Pc Building Simulator

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Pc Building Simulator with the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution climbs. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers 175.3 FPS, which drops to 108.1 FPS at 2560x1440 and further down to 59 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 38% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and another 45% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, suggesting that the rendering workload grows disproportionately with each pixel increase, which is typical for a simulation title with complex scene geometry and UI elements.

Looking at the Low settings row, the pattern becomes even more pronounced. At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 367.4 FPS, while 2560x1440 Low drops to 232 FPS, and 3840x2160 Low lands at 120.4 FPS. The 4K-to-1080p ratio here is roughly 3:1, indicating that even at minimal graphical load, the resolution scaling heavily taxes the GPU. Interestingly, the gap between High and Ultra settings narrows at higher resolutions: at 1080p the difference is 8.6 FPS (183.9 vs 175.3), while at 4K it shrinks to 3.9 FPS (62.9 vs 59). This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is nearing its limits regardless of the preset, and the additional Ultra features add less marginal cost than they do at lower resolutions where headroom exists.

The data implies that the limiting component shifts depending on resolution. At 1080p, the high frame rates across all settings indicate the CPU and GPU are both capable of feeding the pipeline, but the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads may be the constraining factor at Low settings where 367.4 FPS approaches the engine's practical ceiling. At 4K, the GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 912.4 GB/s bandwidth become the critical resource, as evidenced by the steep drop from Medium (83.6 FPS) to Ultra (59 FPS). The 4K Ultra figure is barely above the 60 FPS threshold, meaning users targeting smooth gameplay at maximum fidelity will need to consider the trade-offs outlined in the settings section below.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600KF features 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. In Pc Building Simulator, a game that simulates the assembly and benchmarking of virtual PCs, the CPU's multithreaded capabilities are directly relevant, as the game must track numerous component states and perform real-time calculations. The processor's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32889 and single-core score of 4643 indicate strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. The Passmark multithread score of 38697 further confirms this, placing the CPU in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs tested.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600K with an average score of 49166 and a deltaPct of 0.4, meaning the 14600KF is effectively tied with its non-F counterpart. The AMD EPYC 4345P scores 49595, which is 0.5% higher, while the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X scores 49062, 0.6% lower. These small deltas suggest that within this performance tier, the 14600KF is evenly matched with its competition, and any differences in game performance would be negligible. The Xeon Gold 5318H trails by 1.4%, but this is a server-oriented chip unlikely to be used in a gaming context.

In the context of this benchmark, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU at resolutions above 1080p. The FPS drops from Low to Ultra at each resolution are more consistent with GPU-bound scaling, as the CPU's clock speed and core count remain constant. However, the 367.4 FPS result at 1080p Low suggests that the CPU can sustain extremely high frame rates, and the game's simulation logic likely benefits from the high single-core boost of 5.30 GHz. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache also helps with rapid data access during component comparisons, though the game's modest demands mean this is not a bottleneck.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with an 8 nm process node from Samsung, housing 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory operates at 19 Gbps effective, delivering 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth across a 384-bit bus. The GPU's boost clock of 1665 MHz, combined with 10240 shading units, produces 34.10 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. In benchmark terms, the GPU scores 26896 in Passmark G3D and 5077 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs.

The nearest rivals for the RTX 3080 Ti include the RTX 3090 with an average score of 41441 and a deltaPct of -0.5%, placing the 3080 Ti slightly ahead. The AMD Radeon Pro 5300 scores 41610 (-0.9%), the RTX 5070 scores 41687 (-1.1%), and the Tesla M40 scores 41897 (-1.6%). These deltas indicate that the 3080 Ti is competitive with higher-tier cards, despite being from an older generation. The RTX 5070 trailing by 1.1% is notable, as it suggests the 3080 Ti retains relevance against newer hardware in synthetic benchmarks.

For Pc Building Simulator, the GPU's role is primarily about rendering the 3D workspace, component models, and real-time casing visualizations. The 12 GB VRAM is ample for this game, which does not feature large open-world textures or complex particle effects. The measured FPS data shows the GPU scaling well with settings: at 1080p, the jump from Low (367.4 FPS) to Medium (260.2 FPS) is a 29% reduction, while from Medium to High (183.9 FPS) is another 29% drop, and from High to Ultra (175.3 FPS) is only 4.7%. This diminishing impact of Ultra settings suggests the game's Ultra preset adds features that are not heavily GPU-intensive, such as ambient occlusion or shadow quality, rather than raw pixel pushing.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti achieves a combo rank of 421 out of 1769 tested combinations in Pc Building Simulator. This places the combo in the top 24% of all tested systems, indicating a strong but not elite position. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's 93rd percentile standing and the GPU's 83rd percentile, with the overall combo landing slightly below the CPU's individual ranking due to the GPU's relative position.

Given that the game is a simulation with moderate graphical demands, the combo's rank is likely influenced more by the CPU's ability to handle the simulation logic than the GPU's raw rendering power. The high FPS figures at 1080p, even at Ultra settings (175.3 FPS), suggest that many other combos in the database may be CPU-limited, while this combo provides sufficient headroom. The rank of 421 means there are 420 combos that perform better, which likely include higher-tier GPUs like the RTX 3090 Ti or RTX 4090, or CPUs with more cores such as the Ryzen 9 series or Core i9 parts. However, the delta between this combo and those above it may be small, as the game's engine does not appear to scale infinitely with hardware.

The data implies that for users building a system specifically for Pc Building Simulator, this combo offers a sweet spot. The 14-core CPU ensures smooth simulation updates, while the 12 GB GPU handles 4K rendering without exceeding memory limits. The combo's rank also benefits from the data being measured, not estimated, which adds confidence to the results. Users with this combo can expect consistent performance across all settings, with the only compromise being at 4K Ultra where the 59 FPS average is just below the 60 FPS target.

FAQ

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

A: The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14600KF compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600K?

A: The 14600KF has an average benchmark score of 49367, while the 14600K scores 49166, resulting in a deltaPct of 0.4% in favor of the 14600KF. This difference is negligible in practice.

Q: What is the GPU's Passmark G3D score and how does it rank among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti scores 26896 in Passmark G3D, placing it in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs tested.

Q: At 1440p with High settings, what FPS can this combo deliver?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 115 FPS, which provides a smooth experience for most monitors.

Q: Does the combo perform better at 1080p Low or 1440p Low?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 367.4 FPS, while at 1440p Low it drops to 232 FPS. The 1080p result is 58% higher, indicating significant resolution headroom.

Q: How does the GPU's nearest rival, the RTX 3090, compare in average score?

A: The RTX 3090 has an average score of 41441, while the RTX 3080 Ti scores 41224, resulting in a deltaPct of -0.5% for the 3080 Ti, meaning the 3090 is slightly ahead.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, even Ultra settings deliver 175.3 FPS, which is far above any standard refresh rate, so users can enable Ultra without concern. The gap between High (183.9 FPS) and Ultra (175.3 FPS) is only 8.6 FPS, so the visual fidelity gain from Ultra is essentially free at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset drops to 108.1 FPS, which is still above 100 FPS and suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. The High preset offers 115 FPS, a marginal improvement of 6.9 FPS, but the visual difference may not justify the slight FPS loss. Medium at 163 FPS is an option for users with 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitors, as it provides a significant FPS boost while maintaining reasonable visual quality. Low at 232 FPS is only relevant for competitive or esports scenarios, which are rare in a simulation game.

At 3840x2160, the choices become more constrained. Ultra averages 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS target and may result in occasional stutter. High at 62.9 FPS is above the threshold, making it the recommended preset for 4K users who prioritize smoothness. Medium at 83.6 FPS offers a comfortable margin and is the best balance for 4K gaming, as it provides 40% more FPS than High while still looking visually rich. Low at 120.4 FPS is unnecessary for most users, as the visual degradation would be noticeable on a large 4K display. For the optimal experience, the data suggests using Medium at 4K, High at 1440p, and Ultra at 1080p, with adjustments based on individual monitor refresh rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for this combo is as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 367.4 FPS average
• Medium: 260.2 FPS average
• High: 183.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 175.3 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 232 FPS average
• Medium: 163 FPS average
• High: 115 FPS average
• Ultra: 108.1 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 120.4 FPS average
• Medium: 83.6 FPS average
• High: 62.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 59 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern across all settings, with each resolution step reducing FPS by roughly 45-50% when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and another 45-50% from 1440p to 4K, depending on the preset. The Low setting shows the smallest relative drop from 1080p to 4K (367.4 to 120.4, a 67% reduction), while Ultra shows the largest (175.3 to 59, a 66% reduction). This suggests that the game's Ultra settings scale more aggressively with resolution, likely due to higher-resolution textures and more complex shading. The Medium and High presets fall in between, with Medium dropping from 260.2 to 83.6 (68%) and High from 183.9 to 62.9 (66%). Overall, the combo maintains playable frame rates at all settings up to 4K, with only the Ultra preset at 4K falling below the 60 FPS mark.