Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator, a simulation title from 2019, shows a clear and predictable performance scaling pattern with the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. The measured data indicates that the RTX 5060 is the primary determinant of frame rates, with the CPU providing ample headroom. The results demonstrate a classic GPU-bound scenario where resolution and settings adjustments have a direct and significant impact on average FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data reveals a consistent and substantial drop as resolution increases, a classic indicator of a GPU-bound workload. At 1080p with High settings, the combo delivers an average of 142 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the average falls to 90 FPS, a reduction of approximately 36.6%. The jump to 4K (3840x2160) at High settings sees the average FPS drop further to 47, which is a 66.9% reduction from the 1080p High result.

This scaling pattern is consistent across all settings. At Medium settings, the 1080p average is 201 FPS. At 1440p, this drops to 127 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 66 FPS. The 4K Medium result is nearly a third of the 1080p Medium result. The Low settings preset shows the same trend, with a 284 FPS average at 1080p, 179 FPS at 1440p, and 94 FPS at 4K. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K at Low settings is a 66.9% reduction, mirroring the High preset's scaling.

The data strongly suggests that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions. The RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus width are likely being fully utilized, and the increasing pixel count at 4K places a heavy load on the shading units and ROPs. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is unlikely to be the bottleneck at these resolutions, as the performance penalty scales directly with pixel count, which is a characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. The 4K Ultra result of 45 FPS and the 4K High result of 47 FPS show that the game becomes quite demanding at this resolution, with even Medium settings requiring 66 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 achieves a rank of 1648 out of 3723 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This position places it in the 55.7th percentile of all tested combinations, indicating that it performs better than a majority of the combos in the database. While this is not a top-tier ranking, it signifies a solid, capable pairing for this game.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 37943, and the GPU's average benchmark score is 26331. The CPU's percentile rank among all CPUs is 86, while the GPU's percentile rank among all GPUs is 72. This suggests the CPU is a stronger component relative to its peers than the GPU is, but the game's performance is clearly dominated by the GPU. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14901E, has an average score of 37911, which is only 0.1% lower. This indicates the Ryzen 7 9700X is performing within a very narrow margin of its direct competitors in synthetic benchmarks, but the actual in-game ranking is more heavily influenced by the GPU's capabilities.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the central figure in this combo's gaming performance. Its 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This bandwidth, while sufficient for many games, may become a limiting factor in a simulation title that could have complex textures and data structures. The GPU's base clock is 2280 MHz, and its boost clock is 2497 MHz. With 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, the RTX 5060 is a well-equipped mid-range part.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role is clearly paramount, as evidenced by the stark FPS differences between settings. The data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck at 4K, as the frame rate drops to 45 FPS at Ultra settings. The GPU's performance relative to its rivals is interesting. Its average benchmark score is 26331, which is 1.2% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT's score of 26011. However, it is 0.3% slower than the AMD Radeon 860M, which scores 26401. This indicates the RTX 5060 is closely matched with other mid-range GPUs. The 8 GB of VRAM is a key spec, and at 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 47, suggesting the game is pushing the GPU's limits.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 201 FPS, with a minimum of 171 FPS and a maximum of 232 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9700X compare to its nearest rival in average CPU benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700X has an average benchmark score of 37943, which is 0.1% higher than its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-14901E, which scores 37911.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1080p High to 4K High?

A: The average FPS drops from 142 FPS at 1080p High to 47 FPS at 4K High, a reduction of approximately 66.9%.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile rank among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has a percentile rank of 72, meaning it performs better than 72% of all GPUs in the database.

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 45 FPS.

Q: How many combos did this setup beat in Pc Building Simulator?

A: This combo achieved a rank of 1648 out of 2379 tested combos, meaning it outperformed 731 other combinations (the difference between the total and the rank, which is 2379 - 1648 = 731).

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a high-end desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture. Its base clock is 3.80 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.50 GHz. The CPU communicates with the system via a dual-channel DDR5 memory bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. This processor is manufactured on a 4 nm process and has a TDP of 65 W. The CPU's integrated Radeon Graphics can provide a display output, but for gaming, the RTX 5060 is the primary rendering engine.

In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is significant but secondary to the GPU. The CPU's high single-thread score of 1280 in the 3DMark single-thread test suggests it can handle game logic and AI calculations without becoming a bottleneck. However, the measured FPS data shows that the game is clearly GPU-bound. For instance, the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p is a 52.7% drop in average FPS (from 179 to 85 FPS), which is a GPU-driven change. The CPU's performance at 1080p Low, which results in 284 FPS, suggests it can feed frames to the GPU at a very high rate, and the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The Ryzen 7 9700X's high multi-threaded and single-threaded scores, such as 20485 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2211 in single-core, provide a strong foundation. The 8-core, 16-thread design is well-suited for simulation games which can utilize multiple threads. The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core also contribute to a responsive system, which can help in games with many discrete objects or complex physics calculations.

Settings Recommendations

For a balanced experience, the data suggests that Medium settings at 1440p offer a strong compromise between visual quality and performance. At 1440p Medium, the average FPS is 127, with a minimum of 108 FPS and a maximum of 146 FPS. This provides a smooth frame rate that is well above the threshold for comfortable gameplay. At 1080p, even the Ultra preset achieves an average of 135 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. However, for a visually richer experience at a higher resolution, 4K Medium is a viable option, producing an average of 66 FPS, which is still playable.

For players who prioritize smoothness over visuals, the Low preset at 1080p yields 284 FPS, and at 1440p, it yields 179 FPS. The 4K Low preset yields 94 FPS, which is also quite fluid. The Ultra preset is only recommended at 1080p, where it achieves 135 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 85 FPS, and at 4K, it is only 45 FPS, which may not be ideal for a fluid experience. The High preset is a middle ground, providing 142 FPS at 1080p, 90 FPS at 1440p, and 47 FPS at 4K. Given the data, the optimal choice for most users would be Medium settings at 1440p, as it delivers a robust frame rate without a significant visual compromise.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table provides all measured average FPS values for each resolution and settings combination. Minimum and maximum FPS values are shown where they were recorded.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |

| 3840x2160 | High | 47 | N/A | N/A |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 94 | N/A | N/A |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 66 | 56 | 76 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 45 | N/A | N/A |

| 2560x1440 | High | 90 | N/A | N/A |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 179 | N/A | N/A |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 127 | 108 | 146 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 85 | N/A | N/A |

| 1920x1080 | High | 142 | N/A | N/A |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 284 | N/A | N/A |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 201 | 171 | 232 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 135 | N/A | N/A |

The data shows a smooth progression from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution. At 4K, the spread is from 94 FPS (Low) to 45 FPS (Ultra). At 1440p, the spread is from 179 FPS (Low) to 85 FPS (Ultra). At 1080p, the spread is from 284 FPS (Low) to 135 FPS (Ultra). The minimum and maximum FPS values recorded for Medium settings across all resolutions indicate that frame times are stable, with the 1080p Medium showing a range of 171 to 232 FPS, which is a consistent 61 FPS delta. The 1440p Medium range is 108 to 146 FPS, a 38 FPS delta. The 4K Medium range is 56 to 76 FPS, a 20 FPS delta. This data suggests that the game is well-optimized for this hardware combo, with no severe frame pacing issues.