Pc Building Simulator

This analysis examines the performance of the Intel Core i5-9400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in Pc Building Simulator. The data provided is measured, offering a clear picture of how this specific combination handles the simulation across various resolutions and settings. The results reveal a system with significant graphical headroom, but one where the processor's older architecture becomes a limiting factor at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking observation in this dataset is the dramatic impact of resolution on frame rates, which clearly delineates the roles of the CPU and GPU. At 1080p, the system is heavily CPU-bound. With Ultra settings, the average FPS is 182.7, which is only 0.8% faster than the 1080p High preset result of 185.7 FPS. This minuscule difference suggests that the graphics card is not the primary constraint; the processor is. The i5-9400, with its six cores and six threads, is doing the heavy lifting to feed the GPU frames. Moving to Low settings at 1080p, the average FPS jumps to 242.6, evidence of the GPU's raw power when the CPU bottleneck is slightly alleviated, but it still cannot scale to the GPU's full potential.

As resolution increases to 1440p, the load shifts towards the GPU. The average FPS at 1440p High is 138.9, representing a 25.2% drop from the 1080p High score. This scaling is more pronounced than the 1080p to 1440p jump in pixel count, indicating that the GPU is now becoming a more significant factor. At 4K, the system is almost entirely GPU-bound. The 4K High average of 73.3 FPS is a 47.2% decrease from the 1440p High result. This steep decline shows that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's immense computing power is being fully taxed by the 3840x2160 resolution. The data confirms that this combo is versatile: it can deliver high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, and it remains playable at 4K, but the bottleneck shifts decisively from the CPU to the GPU as resolution climbs.

FAQ

Q: Can this combination handle 4K gaming in Pc Building Simulator?

A: Yes, it is playable. The measured average FPS at 4K with High settings is 73.3, and with Ultra settings it is 67.8. These are smooth frame rates for a simulation title, indicating the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has enough power for a good 4K experience.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-9400 a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data strongly suggests yes. The difference between 1080p High (185.7 FPS) and 1080p Ultra (182.7 FPS) is negligible (0.8%). This indicates performance is capped by the CPU, not the GPU, as increasing graphical load does not significantly change the output.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate monitors?

A: For very high refresh rates, 1080p is the target. The system delivers 242.6 FPS on Low and 213.8 FPS on Medium settings. For a balance of visual fidelity and high speed, 1440p is also excellent, with High settings achieving 138.9 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: According to the benchmark data, it is a high-performing card. It sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs and has an average benchmark score of 48704. Its scores are comparable to the NVIDIA CMP 50HX, with a -0.7% delta, and it is 1.6% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A2000.

Q: How does the CPU's general performance compare to other processors?

A: The i5-9400's average benchmark score is 2305, placing it in the 50th percentile of all CPUs. This puts it in the mid-range tier. It is nearly identical in performance to the Intel Core i3-10305 and the Intel Core i3-1125G4, which have deltaPct scores of 0.2%.

Q: Does the 16 GB of VRAM on the GPU matter for this game?

A: While Pc Building Simulator is not graphically demanding enough to likely use all of it, having 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 672.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that memory capacity or bandwidth will never be a limiting factor, even at 4K Ultra settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, providing exceptional performance headroom that is only fully utilized at 4K. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth are substantial, ensuring that even the highest texture and detail settings at 4K will not cause memory swapping or bandwidth limitations. The core clocks, with a base of 2340 MHz and a boost of 2610 MHz, contribute to its raw compute power, which is reflected in its strong benchmark scores.

The GPU's role is most clearly defined by the resolution scaling. At 1080p, it is underutilized, as the CPU fails to feed it enough data to reach its maximum potential. The FPS difference between Low (242.6) and Ultra (182.7) at 1080p is a 24.7% drop, showing the GPU is capable of massive frame rates when the load is light. However, it is only at 4K that the GPU's capabilities are truly tested. The 4K Ultra average of 67.8 FPS and the 4K High average of 73.3 FPS show that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER can master even the most demanding resolution in this game. The data indicates that this GPU is a future-proofing asset, with enough power to handle this simulation and likely more graphically intense titles for years to come.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database for Pc Building Simulator, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-9400 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER holds a rank of 496 out of 1769 tested combos. This places it in the top 28% of all system configurations, a solid result that underscores the strength of the GPU. The high rank is a direct consequence of the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's performance, which is in the 86th percentile of all GPUs.

The ranking reveals a slight imbalance in the system. While the GPU is a top-tier performer, the CPU is a mid-range part, sitting in the 50th percentile of all processors. The combo's rank is likely held back by the processor's performance in the game's simulation logic. If the i5-9400 were paired with a stronger CPU, this combo would probably rank even higher. However, as it stands, a rank of 496 out of 1769 is respectable, showing that this pairing can deliver a high-quality experience in this title, primarily thanks to the GPU's overwhelming power. The data shows a system that is greater than the sum of its parts, with the GPU compensating for the CPU's shortcomings in this specific game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-9400 is the limiting factor in this configuration. With 6 cores and 6 threads, a base clock of 2.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, it is a competent mid-range processor from the Coffee Lake era. However, its performance in this game is capped by its architecture and thread count. Its average benchmark score of 2305 places it in the 50th percentile of all CPUs, and it performs nearly identically to the Intel Core i3-10305 and the Intel Core i3-1125G4, with a deltaPct of 0.2%.

This CPU bottleneck is most evident at 1080p. The game's simulation and physics calculations are likely single-threaded or lightly threaded, meaning the i5-9400's six physical cores are the primary resource. The result is that the maximum frame rate is limited by the CPU, not the GPU. This is why the FPS at 1080p High (185.7) and Ultra (182.7) are so close. The CPU is generating frames as fast as it can, and the GPU is waiting for more work. Even at 1440p, the CPU continues to hold the system back. While the FPS drops to 138.9 on High settings, this is still a very high frame rate, indicating the CPU is doing its job well enough to support a great experience. But the data clearly shows that the i5-9400, while capable, does not unlock the full potential of the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. Upgrading the CPU would yield higher frame rates, particularly at 1080p and 1440p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data offers a comprehensive view of the system's performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. On Low settings, it achieves an average of 242.6 FPS. This drops to 213.8 FPS on Medium and 185.7 FPS on High. Interestingly, the Ultra preset yields 182.7 FPS, which is only 1.6% lower than the High preset, further confirming the CPU bottleneck at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more work. The average FPS on Low is 211. On Medium, it drops to 182.5, and on High, it is 138.9. The Ultra preset delivers 128.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p is a 39.0% drop, showing a more significant GPU load than at 1080p. Finally, at 3840x2160, the GPU is the primary driver. The system produces 143.1 FPS on Low, 101.3 FPS on Medium, 73.3 FPS on High, and 67.8 FPS on Ultra. The scaling is steep, with the Ultra preset being 52.6% slower than the Low preset, demonstrating the intense demand of 4K rendering. This data confirms a system capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, and a smooth, playable 4K experience, particularly on High settings where the 73.3 FPS average is a strong result for a simulation game.