Pc Building Simulator

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a playable but not exceptional experience in Pc Building Simulator, with the CPU heavily outclassing the GPU in raw compute headroom. The data shows a combination that is firmly GPU-limited at higher resolutions, yet capable of very high frame rates at 1080p. This pairing ranks 1421st out of 1769 tested combos in this game, placing it in the lower half of the database's tested configurations.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, running on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. Its base clock is 4.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, and it carries a substantial 64 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates immense processing power, scoring 43695 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6168 in single-core, while its Passmark multithread score reaches 51406. The processor's average benchmark score is 50556, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs tested, indicating it is among the top-tier processors in the database.

For a simulation game like Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is to manage the underlying physics, component logic, and system state calculations. The 7900X's 12 cores and 24 threads provide massive parallel throughput, as reflected in its 3dmark max threads score of 12536. However, the measured frame rates in this game do not scale with this CPU's full potential. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 204.9 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at that point, but the GPU's limitations prevent higher scores. The processor's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 with an average score of 50598 and a delta of -0.1%, meaning the 7900X is essentially tied with that chip, while the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT scores 50738, a delta of -0.4%, showing the 7900X is marginally slower. The Intel Core i9-13980HX scores 50944, a delta of -0.8%, indicating the 7900X trails it slightly in aggregate benchmarks.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this game's performance. At 1440p Low, the combo produces 126.8 FPS, and at 4K Low it drops to 67.2 FPS, a pattern that points directly to the GPU as the constraining component. The 7900X's high single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3dmark single thread score of 1093 and Geekbench single-core score of 2952, ensures that even the most demanding simulation logic runs swiftly. Yet, in this particular game, the CPU's capabilities are largely untapped, as the frame rate ceiling is imposed by the graphics card well before the processor reaches its limits.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is a Turing-architecture GPU with a base clock of 1365 MHz and a boost clock of 1680 MHz. It features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The card has 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units, along with 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores. Its FP32 performance is 6.451 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate. The GPU's average benchmark score is 16074, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, which reflects a mid-range standing in the database.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role is to render the 3D workspace, component models, and visual effects. The measured FPS data shows a clear GPU bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 98.1 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it falls to 33.4 FPS. This steep decline is typical of a GPU that is overwhelmed by pixel count. The RTX 2060's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600S with an average score of 15996 and a delta of 0.5%, meaning the 2060 is slightly faster, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Pro 5700 both score 16351, a delta of -1.7%, indicating the 2060 trails those parts. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15786, a delta of 1.8%, showing the 2060 is ahead of it. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 14111 and its 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1242 provide context for its relative performance, but the game's measured FPS reveals the practical impact.

The 6 GB VRAM capacity is a potential concern for high-resolution textures, but the measured data does not show catastrophic failures, just lower frame rates. The GPU's memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) and 80.64 GPixel/s pixel rate are adequate for the game's visual demands at lower settings. The data shows that the RTX 2060 is the limiting component in this pairing, as the frame rates scale inversely with resolution in a manner consistent with a GPU-bound scenario.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Pc Building Simulator?

A: The highest average FPS is 204.9, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 33.4, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo achieves 93.8 FPS, and given the CPU's high benchmark scores, the GPU is the limiting factor.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 1421st out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600S?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074, which is 0.5% higher than the Radeon RX 7600S's score of 15996.

Q: What is the FPS difference between 1080p High and 4K High settings?

A: At 1080p High, the average FPS is 103.9, while at 4K High, it drops to 35.5, a reduction of over 68 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive view of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers high frame rates: Low settings produce 204.9 FPS, Medium settings yield 146.6 FPS, High settings achieve 103.9 FPS, and Ultra settings result in 98.1 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p is well within the comfort zone of this hardware, with even Ultra settings staying above 90 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. Low settings produce 126.8 FPS, Medium settings yield 93.8 FPS, High settings achieve 64.6 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 63.6 FPS. The step from Low to Medium is a 33 FPS reduction, while the step from Medium to High is a 29 FPS reduction, showing a consistent scaling pattern. At 1440p, the combo remains playable at Medium settings, but High and Ultra dip below the 70 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become pronounced. Low settings produce 67.2 FPS, Medium settings yield 50.8 FPS, High settings achieve 35.5 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 33.4 FPS. The 4K results show that only Low settings provide a marginally acceptable frame rate, while higher settings are not recommended for smooth gameplay. The data points to a clear hierarchy: 1080p is smooth, 1440p is manageable, and 4K is only viable on Low settings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and reveals the limiting component. At Low settings, the combo produces 204.9 FPS at 1080p, which falls to 126.8 FPS at 1440p (a 38% decrease) and then to 67.2 FPS at 4K (a 67% decrease from 1080p). This scaling pattern is indicative of a GPU-bound scenario, as the CPU's performance is more than sufficient to handle the game's logic at these frame rates.

At Ultra settings, the scaling is steeper relative to the starting point: 98.1 FPS at 1080p drops to 63.6 FPS at 1440p (a 35% decrease) and to 33.4 FPS at 4K (a 66% decrease). The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the RTX 2060's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints. The GPU's 336.0 GB/s bandwidth and 80.64 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply insufficient for 4K rendering at high quality. The data indicates that the Ryzen 9 7900X is not the bottleneck, as its benchmark scores would allow for much higher frame rates if the GPU could keep up. The resolution scaling confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p or modest 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for Low settings only.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p, the Ultra preset provides 98.1 FPS, which is an excellent experience for a simulation game where smoothness matters. The High preset at 103.9 FPS is nearly identical, so players can choose either without a meaningful difference. The Medium preset at 146.6 FPS and Low at 204.9 FPS are unnecessary for 1080p, as even Ultra clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably.

For 1440p, the Medium preset delivers 93.8 FPS, which is the best balance between visual quality and performance. The High preset at 64.6 FPS is playable but noticeably less smooth, while Ultra at 63.6 FPS is marginally lower. The Low preset at 126.8 FPS is overkill for this resolution. The data suggests that Medium at 1440p is the sweet spot, offering a high frame rate without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

For 4K, the options are limited. The Low preset at 67.2 FPS is the only setting that provides a playable frame rate, while Medium at 50.8 FPS, High at 35.5 FPS, and Ultra at 33.4 FPS are all below the 60 FPS threshold. The recommendation is to use Low settings at 4K if resolution is a priority, or to drop to 1440p Medium for a better overall experience. Across all resolutions, the data indicates that the Medium or High presets at 1080p or 1440p offer the most satisfying balance of performance and visual quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination ranks 1421st out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator, placing it in the bottom 20% of the database. This low ranking is primarily due to the GPU's mid-range standing, as the RTX 2060's 58th percentile among all GPUs holds back the top-tier CPU. The combo's performance is significantly below what the CPU alone could achieve, as evidenced by the 7900X's 93rd percentile ranking among CPUs.

The ranking reflects the imbalance of this pairing. With a CPU that scores in the 93rd percentile and a GPU in the 58th percentile, the system's overall gaming performance is dictated by the weaker component. The measured FPS data supports this, showing that the combo is GPU-bound in nearly all scenarios. The rank of 1421st suggests that many other tested combinations offer better overall performance in this game, likely those with more balanced CPU-GPU pairings or stronger GPUs. The data indicates that for Pc Building Simulator, this combo is a functional but not competitive option, suitable for 1080p gaming but struggling at higher resolutions.