Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator is a simulation title that is surprisingly demanding on both processor and graphics hardware, and the benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 shows a system that is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p, but which requires significant settings adjustments to remain playable at higher resolutions. The data indicates this combo ranks in the 8th percentile of tested configurations, placing it in the lower tier of systems, yet it still delivers a playable 60 FPS average at 1080p High settings, making it a viable entry-level option for this specific game.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combo in Pc Building Simulator?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where this combo achieves a consistently playable experience across all settings. At this resolution, the average FPS ranges from 57 on Ultra to 120 on Low, whereas at 2560x1440 the average drops to between 36 and 76, and at 3840x2160 it falls to between 19 and 40.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-11400F compare to its nearest rivals in general CPU benchmarks?

A: The i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17177, which places it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the AMD EPYC 7H12, scores nearly identically at 17120, a delta of just 0.3%, while the Intel Core i5-12450H is slightly ahead with a score of 17239, a 0.4% difference. This indicates the i5-11400F offers performance in line with these other chips.

Q: Is the AMD Radeon RX 580's 8 GB of VRAM a limiting factor for this game?

A: The game's measured performance suggests that VRAM capacity is not the primary constraint. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 19, and at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings it is 57. While the 8 GB of GDDR5 memory is sufficient, the GPU's overall compute power, with 6.175 TFLOPS, appears to be the bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: The data shows a significant performance gap. At Low settings, the average FPS is 76, which is quite smooth. However, at Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 36, which is a 53% reduction in performance. This suggests that for a fluid experience at 1440p, users should stick to Low or potentially Medium settings.

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RX 580 has an average benchmark score of 12928, placing it in the 53rd percentile of all GPUs. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile is its closest rival with a score of 12940, a negligible 0.1% difference. Similarly, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER scores 12986, which is only 0.4% higher, showing that the RX 580 is competitive with these cards.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 580 is ranked 3403 out of 3723 tested combos for Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the lower percentile of systems, indicating that while it can run the game, most other tested configurations provide higher performance.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is the primary driver for visual output in this configuration, and its specifications directly influence the measured frame rates. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the textures and assets in Pc Building Simulator, as evidenced by the playable frame rates at 1080p, but it is not the main limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The GPU's core clocks, with a base of 1257 MHz and a boost of 1340 MHz, are modest by modern standards, but they power 2304 shading units. This results in a pixel rate of 42.88 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 193.0 GTexel/s, which are the metrics that most directly impact the rendering of the game's 3D components. The FP32 performance of 6.175 TFLOPS gives a raw measure of the card's compute capability, and its impact is clear in the benchmark results.

The measured FPS data reveals how the GPU's capabilities scale with workload. At 1920x1080, the RX 580 delivers a playable 60 FPS average on High settings, showing it can handle the game's core simulation and rendering at a standard resolution. However, when the resolution is increased to 2560x1440, the average FPS at High settings drops to 38, a 37% decrease. This trend continues at 3840x2160, where the average at High settings is just 20 FPS, indicating that the GPU's compute and fillrate are overwhelmed by the pixel count. The performance delta between Low and Ultra settings is also significant; at 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 40 on Low to 19 on Ultra, showing that the RX 580's architecture is not optimized for the most demanding visual presets at high resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F serves as the system's central processor, and its 6 cores and 12 threads are well-suited for the simulation logic of Pc Building Simulator. With a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, the CPU can handle both single-threaded tasks and multi-threaded workloads effectively. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency.

The CPU's benchmark scores provide insight into its performance capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 14340 in multi-core and 2024 in single-core tests. These scores indicate a balanced processor that is capable of handling the game's background calculations without becoming a bottleneck. The PassMark multithread score of 16908 and single-thread score of 2981 further corroborate this, showing that the CPU can provide consistent performance.

In the context of this game, the CPU's role is to manage the simulation of components, temperatures, and power draw. The data suggests that the i5-11400F is not the primary constraint on performance. For example, at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS is 120, which is a high frame rate that could be limited by the CPU's ability to issue draw calls. However, as settings and resolution increase, the performance drops, indicating that the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking, with an average benchmark score of 17177, places it in a competitive position. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7H12, scores 17120 (0.3% higher), and the Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17239 (0.4% lower), confirming that the i5-11400F is a solid mid-range performer that does not hold back the RX 580 in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how this combo performs across different settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results, with an average of 120 FPS on Low, 85 FPS on Medium, 60 FPS on High, and 57 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting also reports a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS, showing a stable frame time. This resolution is clearly the sweet spot for this hardware.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. The average FPS on Low is 76, which is still smooth, but it falls to 54 on Medium, 38 on High, and 36 on Ultra. The Medium setting shows a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS, indicating that even at this mid-range preset, there can be dips below the 60 FPS threshold. At High and Ultra settings, the average frame rates are below 60, which may result in a less fluid experience depending on user sensitivity.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The average FPS on Low is 40, on Medium it is 28, on High it is 20, and on Ultra it is 19. The Medium setting has a minimum of 24 FPS and a maximum of 32 FPS, showing that even the most forgiving preset at this resolution is not smooth. The data clearly shows that this resolution is not viable for this combo, as all average frame rates fall below 60 FPS, and the visual quality increase does not compensate for the significant loss in performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 580 is ranked 3403 out of 3723 tested combos for Pc Building Simulator. This rank places the system in the 9th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that the majority of other systems outperform it. This is a low ranking, but it is consistent with the individual component scores; the CPU is in the 71st percentile, while the GPU is in the 53rd percentile, and their combined performance in this specific game is on the lower end.

The combo's ranking is influenced by the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions. While the CPU is a competent performer, the RX 580's 53rd percentile GPU score (12928 average) is a significant factor. Its closest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (12940, 0.1% higher) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER (12986, 0.4% higher), have nearly identical raw benchmark scores. This suggests that any of these GPUs would perform similarly in this game, and the low combo rank is more a reflection of the GPU's overall tier than a specific pairing issue. The data indicates that for a better ranking in Pc Building Simulator, a more powerful GPU than the RX 580 would be necessary, as the CPU is not the primary bottleneck.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience with this hardware is at 1920x1080 resolution. For users seeking the highest visual fidelity, the Ultra preset is viable, with an average FPS of 57, which is close to the 60 FPS target. However, for a smoother and more consistent experience, the High preset is recommended, as it yields an average of 60 FPS while providing a significant visual upgrade over Medium.

At 2560x1440, the High preset's average FPS of 38 is below the 60 FPS threshold, so a lower setting is necessary for a fluid experience. The Low preset at 1440p delivers an average of 76 FPS and is the only setting that consistently stays above 60 FPS. The Medium preset, with an average of 54 FPS and a minimum of 46 FPS, is a middle ground for users who prioritize some visual quality over absolute smoothness. For a balanced experience, the Low preset at 1440p is the most suitable.

At 3840x2160, all measured settings produce average FPS below 40, which is not ideal for a simulation game that requires precise mouse input and reading text. The Low preset provides the best performance at 40 FPS, but it is still not a smooth experience. Given the data, it is not recommended to run this game at 4K with this combo. The best overall experience is found at 1080p with High or Ultra settings, where the system can deliver a playable and visually acceptable frame rate.