Pc Building Simulator

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Rocket Lake generation, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It sits in the 75th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17181. This places it remarkably close to its nearest rivals: it is effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (deltaPct 0), trails the Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Core Ultra 7 164U by 0.2%, and leads the Intel Core i5-1240U by 0.2%. These margins are negligible, meaning the CPU's raw compute headroom is not a differentiator in this matchup.

In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining a stable frame floor rather than pushing peak FPS. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo hits 300.4 FPS, which is a strong indicator that the processor can feed the GPU efficiently at lower settings. However, the more telling metric is the scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p: the frame rate drops from 300.4 to 150.1 FPS, a 50% reduction. This drop is almost entirely attributable to GPU load, not CPU limitations, because the 6-core/12-thread configuration provides ample parallel work for a simulation title that rarely stresses more than a few threads. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s are sufficient to keep the RTX 3070 Ti fed, even at higher settings where draw calls become more complex.

Benchmark scores for the CPU reinforce its adequacy. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14372 and single-core score of 2029 show a balanced performer. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 5619 versus the 2-thread score of 1691 indicates that scaling is not perfectly linear, but for a game like Pc Building Simulator, which is more about logic simulation than physics-heavy computation, the CPU's 6 cores are unlikely to become a bottleneck. The PassMark single-thread score of 2981 and multithread score of 16908 confirm that this is a mid-range part that punches above its weight in gaming scenarios. The data suggests that at 1440p and 4K, the CPU's influence on FPS is minimal, with the GPU taking over as the primary driver of performance.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing. With 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, it delivers 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 1575 MHz, boosting to 1770 MHz, and it has 6144 shading units, 192 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. It ranks in the 74th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30849. Its nearest rivals are telling: the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME is 0.3% ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 6700 trails by 0.8%, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 by 0.9%, and the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q by 1.2%. These are all extremely close scores, indicating that the RTX 3070 Ti is positioned in a highly competitive performance band.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role is decisive. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 300.4 FPS, but at 4K Ultra it drops to 47.6 FPS. This 84% reduction in frame rate across resolution and settings is a clear signal that the GPU is the limiting factor at higher loads. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is adequate for this game, as Pc Building Simulator is not a texture-heavy title; the data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the frame rate is playable, which would not be the case if VRAM were being exhausted. The GPU's FP32 performance of 21.75 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s provide ample rasterization power for the simulation's rendering needs.

The PassMark G3D score of 23356 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478 further contextualize the GPU's capabilities. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 137518 and Vulkan score of 130778 show strong compute performance, which is relevant for the physics and assembly logic in Pc Building Simulator. The GPU's 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores are present but largely unused in this title, as the game does not employ ray tracing or DLSS features in the measured settings. The data consistently shows that the RTX 3070 Ti is the component that determines whether the experience is smooth or choppy, with the CPU providing a stable foundation.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 300.4 FPS at 1080p to 203.3 FPS at 1440p, and then to 103.8 FPS at 4K. This is a 65% reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is consistent with the pixel count increasing by a factor of 4 while the GPU's fill rate becomes the bottleneck. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 150.1 FPS at 1080p to 96.9 FPS at 1440p, and then to 47.6 FPS at 4K — a 68% reduction. The consistency of these reductions across settings suggests that the limiting component is the GPU, not the CPU.

The Medium settings tell a similar story: 225 FPS at 1080p, 143.2 FPS at 1440p, and 73.6 FPS at 4K. The High settings show 156.9 FPS, 100.3 FPS, and 53.2 FPS respectively. In every case, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 33-36%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is roughly 47-49%. This nonlinear scaling is characteristic of a GPU that is increasingly saturated at higher resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates at 1080p would be capped at a lower value regardless of settings, but the data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 300.4 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors.

The implication for this combo is that 1080p and 1440p are the sweet spots, while 4K is only viable at Low or Medium settings. At 4K Ultra, the 47.6 FPS average is below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The data indicates that users targeting 4K should expect to compromise on settings, as the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient but not overwhelming for this resolution. The resolution scaling analysis conclusively shows that the RTX 3070 Ti is the limiting factor, with the i5-11400F providing more than enough headroom to avoid CPU-induced stutters.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured FPS rows provide a clear hierarchy for settings optimization. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 300.4 FPS, which is far beyond what any display can show, but the Ultra preset still delivers 150.1 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Medium preset at 225 FPS offers a middle ground, but the jump from Medium to Ultra is only a 33% reduction in FPS, suggesting that the visual fidelity gains from Ultra are worth the performance cost. At 1080p, the recommendation is to use Ultra settings, as the 150.1 FPS average is still exceptionally smooth.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 96.9 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for most gaming experiences. The High preset at 100.3 FPS is nearly identical, with only a 3.4% difference, so the choice between High and Ultra comes down to personal preference for visual effects. The Medium preset at 143.2 FPS offers a significant performance boost, but the data shows that the GPU can handle Ultra without dropping below playable levels. The recommendation at 1440p is to use Ultra settings, with High as a fallback if users prefer slightly higher frame rates.

At 4K, the situation changes dramatically. The Ultra preset delivers 47.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable judder. The High preset at 53.2 FPS is an improvement but still not ideal. The Medium preset at 73.6 FPS is the first setting that crosses the 60 FPS line, and the Low preset at 103.8 FPS is the smoothest option. For 4K users, the recommendation is to use Medium settings as the best balance between visual quality and performance, as it provides a 55% improvement over Ultra while maintaining a playable frame rate. The data shows that High at 4K is a marginal improvement over Medium, but the 53.2 FPS average is too close to the edge for consistent smoothness.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 711th out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the 40th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU, where the GPU is strong enough to handle most gaming scenarios, but the CPU's mid-range positioning prevents it from being a flagship combo.

The rank of 711 out of 1769 is notable because it shows that there are many combos that outperform this one, but also many that fall below it. The GPU's 74th percentile ranking is higher than the CPU's 75th percentile, suggesting that the GPU is the more capable component in this pairing. However, the combo rank is lower than either component's individual percentile, which indicates that the pairing is not optimal — a stronger CPU would likely push this combo higher in the rankings, while a weaker GPU would pull it down. The data suggests that this combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it is not a top contender for 4K or high-refresh-rate esports titles.

The fact that the combo ranks in the middle of the pack is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows strong performance at lower resolutions but struggles at 4K Ultra. The ranking also reflects the end-of-life status of both components, as newer hardware has since surpassed them. For users considering this combo, the data indicates that it is a competent but not exceptional choice, with the GPU being the primary driver of its performance in Pc Building Simulator.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: How does the GPU's memory configuration affect 4K performance?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 608.3 GB/s bandwidth. At 4K Ultra, this configuration yields 47.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the memory bandwidth is sufficient but not excessive for 4K.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 96.9 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset is nearly identical at 100.3 FPS, so Ultra is recommended for the best visual experience without sacrificing smoothness.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 711th out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator, placing it in the 40th percentile of all configurations.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 300.4 FPS, which indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck. The GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher settings, as the frame rate drops to 150.1 FPS at Ultra.

Q: What is the expected performance at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 4K with Medium settings, the combo delivers 73.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and represents the best balance between visual quality and performance at that resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following table presents the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset combination:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 1920x1080 | Low | 300.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 225.0 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 156.9 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 150.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 203.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 143.2 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 100.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 96.9 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 103.8 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 73.6 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 53.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 47.6 |

At 1080p, the frame rates range from 300.4 FPS at Low to 150.1 FPS at Ultra, with the medium preset at 225 FPS and High at 156.9 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is exactly 50%, showing that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution. At 1440p, the range is from 203.3 FPS at Low to 96.9 FPS at Ultra, with Medium at 143.2 FPS and High at 100.3 FPS. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 52.3%, slightly steeper than at 1080p. At 4K, the range narrows to 103.8 FPS at Low down to 47.6 FPS at Ultra, with Medium at 73.6 FPS and High at 53.2 FPS. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 54.1%, confirming that the GPU is increasingly stressed at higher resolutions. The data shows that the Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below 50 FPS, making it the least playable option.