Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator is a simulation title that models the assembly and benchmarking of virtual PCs, and the measured performance of the Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER places this combo at rank 1262 out of 1769 tested combinations. The data shows a system that is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p, but which becomes increasingly limited by the graphics card as resolution climbs to 1440p and 4K. The following analysis breaks down the CPU's role, answers common questions, examines resolution scaling, and provides a detailed look at the measured frame rates.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This CPU sits in the 89th percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 35355. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14400, scores 35336, a delta of just 0.1%, meaning the i7-12700KF is effectively tied with that chip in overall synthetic performance. The i7-12700KF also edges out the Intel Core i9-12900HX by 0.2% (35289) and the Intel Core i5-13600T by 0.3% (35256), while trailing the Intel Core i7-13800H by 0.2% (35416). These tiny margins indicate that the CPU is not a differentiator in this game; its compute headroom is more than sufficient for Pc Building Simulator's simulation logic.

In the context of Pc Building Simulator, the CPU handles the game's simulation systems, which include component compatibility checks, thermal calculations, and benchmark result generation. The i7-12700KF's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28979 and a Passmark multithread score of 34092, ensures that these simulation tasks do not bottleneck the frame rate. Single-threaded performance is also robust, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4091 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3984, which helps maintain responsiveness in the game's user interface. The 25 MB of shared L3 cache provides ample fast memory for the game's assets, and the 20 threads allow the CPU to handle any background simulation tasks without stealing resources from the rendering pipeline.

Given that the measured FPS varies significantly with resolution and settings, the data points to the GPU as the primary limiting factor in this combo. The i7-12700KF's benchmark scores are all within 0.3% of its closest rivals, confirming that CPU performance is not a bottleneck. For example, at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 226.6 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that would require a capable GPU to maintain. As the resolution increases to 4K, the frame rate drops dramatically, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound rendering. The CPU's role is to feed the GPU with data, and with a Passmark physics score of 1780, it has plenty of processing power to keep up with the RTX 2060 SUPER at any resolution tested.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-12700KF bottleneck the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER in this game?

A: No, the data shows no CPU bottleneck. The i7-12700KF's average benchmark score of 35355 is within 0.3% of its nearest rivals, and the frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, indicating the GPU is the limiting component.

Q: What is the best resolution to play Pc Building Simulator with this combo?

A: At 1920x1080, the combo delivers high frame rates across all settings, from 107 FPS on Ultra to 226.6 FPS on Low. At 2560x1440, frame rates remain playable, ranging from 66.9 FPS on Ultra to 141.6 FPS on Low. At 3840x2160, only Low settings (76.8 FPS) achieve a playable frame rate above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, placing it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. It is 0.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN (19706), 0.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (19680), and 0.8% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro K5200 (19623).

Q: Is this combo better suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming?

A: The data suggests 1080p is the sweet spot. At 1080p Ultra, the combo delivers 107 FPS, which is a smooth experience. At 1440p Ultra, the frame rate drops to 66.9 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 37.5% performance reduction compared to 1080p Ultra.

Q: What is the impact of the CPU's 12-core, 20-thread configuration?

A: The 12 cores and 20 threads provide ample processing headroom for Pc Building Simulator's simulation mechanics. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28979 indicates strong parallel processing capability, which prevents the CPU from becoming a limiting factor at any tested resolution.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 1262 out of 1769 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the RTX 2060 SUPER's mid-range GPU performance, which is the primary constraint on overall frame rates.

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. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop by roughly 38-40% across all settings. For example, at High settings, the frame rate falls from 110.8 FPS at 1080p to 69.3 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 41.5 FPS. At Low settings, the drop is from 226.6 FPS to 141.6 FPS, a reduction of 85 FPS. This consistent proportional decline indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as the CPU's performance is unchanged.

The scaling from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 is even more pronounced. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 69.3 FPS to 37.5 FPS, a 45.9% decrease. At Ultra settings, the frame rate falls from 66.9 FPS to 36.6 FPS, a 45.3% decrease. This steep drop at 4K resolution is typical for a GPU with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is simply not sufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K, especially with higher quality settings that increase the rendering load.

The data clearly shows that the GPU is the limiting component. The i7-12700KF's benchmark scores are nearly identical to its rivals, and the CPU's performance does not change with resolution. In contrast, the RTX 2060 SUPER's performance degrades significantly as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. At 4K Ultra, the combo only achieves 36.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. This suggests that users should stick to 1080p or 1440p for the best experience, as the GPU cannot handle 4K at high settings.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across all settings. On Low settings, the average FPS is 226.6, which is very high and indicates that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution. Medium settings yield 159.4 FPS, High settings produce 110.8 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 107 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is minimal, only 3.8 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset adds little visual benefit for the performance cost at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are still playable but show more variation. Low settings deliver 141.6 FPS, Medium settings achieve 100.9 FPS, High settings produce 69.3 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 66.9 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra narrows to just 2.4 FPS, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor. The drop from Low to Medium is 40.7 FPS, which is significant, while the drop from Medium to High is 31.6 FPS. This suggests that Medium settings provide a good balance of visual quality and performance at 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are mostly below playable levels for smooth gaming. Low settings achieve 76.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold, but Medium settings drop to 51.2 FPS, High settings fall to 37.5 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 36.6 FPS. The difference between High and Ultra is only 0.9 FPS, showing that the GPU is severely constrained at this resolution. The large drop from Low to Medium (25.6 FPS) indicates that the RTX 2060 SUPER cannot handle the increased rendering load at 4K with medium or higher settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 1262 out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator. This places the combo in the 28.7th percentile of all tested systems, meaning that roughly 71% of tested combos perform better. The ranking reflects the RTX 2060 SUPER's mid-range status, as the GPU's average benchmark score of 19774 puts it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. The CPU's high percentile ranking (89th) does not compensate for the GPU's lower performance in this game.

The combo's rank is directly tied to the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the combo performs admirably, but the frame rates drop significantly at 1440p and 4K, which would lower its rank compared to combos with more powerful GPUs. The data shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER is only 0.5% ahead of the RTX 2070 in synthetic benchmarks, yet the RTX 2070 would likely perform better in-game due to its higher clock speeds and memory bandwidth. This ranking suggests that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates, but it is not competitive at higher resolutions.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset offers the best experience with 107 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The difference between High and Ultra is negligible (3.8 FPS), so users can choose Ultra for maximum visual quality without a significant performance penalty. If a higher frame rate is desired, the Medium preset at 159.4 FPS provides a substantial boost while still maintaining good visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the best choice, delivering 100.9 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with good visual quality. The High preset at 69.3 FPS is still playable, but the drop to Ultra (66.9 FPS) is not worth the minimal performance gain. For users who prioritize frame rate, the Low preset at 141.6 FPS is available, but it sacrifices visual quality. The data suggests that Medium is the sweet spot at 1440p, as it offers more than double the frame rate of 4K Ultra while maintaining a good balance.

At 3840x2160, the only playable option is the Low preset at 76.8 FPS. Medium settings drop to 51.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, and High and Ultra settings are not recommended due to their sub-40 FPS performance. Given the GPU's limitations at 4K, users should either stick to 1080p or 1440p, or accept the Low preset at 4K for a playable but visually compromised experience. Overall, the best experience for this combo is at 1080p with the Ultra preset, delivering 107 FPS, which fully utilizes the i7-12700KF's CPU headroom and the RTX 2060 SUPER's capabilities.