Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator, a simulation title from 2019, presents an interesting case study for the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination. The benchmark data reveals a system that is overwhelmingly powerful for this genre, with performance scaling that exposes the CPU as a potential bottleneck at lower resolutions. The measured frames per second (FPS) ranges from a modest 74 at 4K Ultra to an extraordinary 401 at 1080p Low, showing a vast performance envelope that depends heavily on both settings and resolution. This analysis will break down the measured data to understand how this combination behaves, where its strengths and weaknesses lie, and what the numbers suggest for potential users.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data for this combination reveals a clear and expected trend: as resolution increases, average FPS decreases, primarily due to the shifting load between the CPU and GPU. At 1080p, the system is heavily CPU-bound, with the GPU often waiting on the processor. Moving to 1440p and then to 4K progressively shifts the bottleneck to the GPU, which is where the RTX 4080's raw power becomes the limiting factor.

At the Low settings preset, the scaling is most dramatic. The system produces 401 fps at 1920x1080, which is an extremely high framerate that most displays cannot even show. At 2560x1440, this drops to 297 fps, a reduction of 104 fps, or approximately 26%. Moving to 3840x2160, the average FPS falls to 155, which is a 42% reduction from the 1440p figure and a 61% reduction from the 1080p figure. This demonstrates that even with the lowest graphical load, the demand of rendering at 4K is substantial. For the Low settings, the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases.

The Medium preset shows a similar pattern, but with a more consistent set of data points. At 1080p, the system achieves 333 fps, which drops to 210 fps at 1440p, a 37% decrease. At 4K, the average is 110 fps, which is a 47% decrease from the 1440p result. This shows that at higher settings, the scaling is less linear, with the 4K resolution creating a larger relative performance hit. The maximum FPS at 1440p and 4K is 242 and 126 respectively, while the minimum FPS is 179 and 93, representing a stable frame delivery with a variance of 63 and 33 fps.

With the High preset, the system achieves 235 fps at 1080p, which is a significant drop from the 333 fps at Medium. The framerate continues to decline to 148 fps at 1440p and 78 fps at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is 37%, and from 1440p to 4K is 47%, indicating a consistent performance curve across resolutions. The High preset at 4K, with an average of 78, is still comfortably playable on high refresh rate displays, but it is here that the GPU is clearly the main contributor to the performance ceiling.

The Ultra preset delivers the most demanding workload. At 1080p, the average FPS is 224, which is only slightly lower than the High preset's 235 fps. This suggests that at this resolution, the CPU is still the primary bottleneck, as the additional GPU load from the Ultra settings does not translate into a proportional performance drop. At 1440p, the average is 141 fps, and at 4K, it falls to 74 fps. The 53% decrease from 1080p to 1440p and a later 48% decrease to 4K shows a more substantial GPU load.

The data indicates that the limiting component changes depending on settings. At 1080p, the FPS is likely capped by the CPU's ability to feed the GPU, as evidenced by the dramatic framerate increases when moving from Ultra to Low (224 to 401 fps). At 4K, the GPU is the limiting component, with the framerate becoming much more sensitive to settings changes (74 to 155 fps).

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Pc Building Simulator, this pairing of an Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 secures a rank of 246 out of 3723 combos. This places it in the top 7% of all tested configurations, proof of its high-end nature. The data indicates that while this is a very powerful system, it is not the absolute pinnacle of performance for this game. The ranking reflects that the CPU and GPU are both extremely high-performing, but they are not necessarily the absolute top-tier for this specific title.

The CPU, the Intel Core i7-12700KF, has an average benchmark score of 35365 and ranks in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in terms of average score are the Intel Core i7-13700T, with a score of 35403 and a delta of -0.1%, the Intel Core i5-13600T, with a score of 35305 and a delta of 0.2%, and the Intel Core 5 213PE, with a score of 35428 and a delta of -0.2%. The performance differential is very small, with a difference of less than 1% between these processors. This indicates that the i7-12700KF is positioned at a very competitive level, and the choice between these CPUs would be based on other factors such as price, platform features, or power consumption.

The GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, has an average benchmark score of 54247 and ranks in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest competitors are the RTX 4080 SUPER with a score of 54209 and a delta of 0.1%, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X with a score of 54828 and a delta of -1.1%, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB with a score of 55698 and a delta of -2.6%. The performance difference between the RTX 4080 and its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, is a negligible 0.1%, while the performance gap to the Radeon Pro W5700X is only 1.1%. This shows that the RTX 4080 is at the top tier of GPUs, but the benchmark is not directly aligned with this game's exact requirements, and the score difference may not translate directly into FPS gains in simulation titles.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with the High preset?

A: The measured average FPS is 235, which is a high framerate suitable for a 144Hz or higher refresh rate monitor.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there from 1080p to 4K on the Ultra preset?

A: The average FPS goes from 224 at 1080p to 74 at 2160p (4K). This is a 150 fps reduction, or a 67% decrease in performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the data?

A: The minimum FPS is 93, which was recorded at 3840x2160 with the Medium settings. The data for other settings does not have a min FPS value.

Q: What is the highest measured average FPS for this combination?

A: The highest average FPS is 401, which is achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. This is a very high framerate that would require an exceptionally high refresh rate monitor to fully display.

Q: How does this system's rank compare to other combos?

A: The combo ranks 246th out of the 3723 tested combinations. This places it in the top 7% of all tested systems for this game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data offers a clear picture of which settings presets provide the most balanced performance for this hardware. For players with a high refresh rate monitor, the Low preset at 1080p is extremely capable, with framerates exceeding 400 fps. This is far beyond the capabilities of even the most advanced gaming displays, which typically max out at 360 Hz. However, the Low preset may not provide a satisfying visual experience, as it likely disables many graphical features.

The Medium preset offers the most compelling blend of visual quality and framerate. At 1080p, it delivers an average of 333 fps, which is still more than sufficient for maximum refresh rates. The min and max FPS are 283 and 383, respectively, showing a stable and high minimum. At 1440p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 210 fps, with 179 min and 242 max, which is still exceptional for a 1440p display. For most users, this is the recommended preset for a high refresh rate experience.

The High preset is more suited for players who prioritize visual fidelity over extreme frame rates. At 1440p, it delivers 148 fps, which is still well above the 144Hz refresh rate. At 4K, the High preset delivers 78 fps, which is the lowest of the measured presets, but it is still a playable experience for a 60Hz display. The Ultra preset is for those who want the best possible image quality, but the performance at 4K dips to 74 fps, which is a significant drop from the Medium settings.

If targeting a 4K experience, the Low preset provides a very high 155 fps, which is ideal for high refresh rate 4K gaming, but the visual quality will likely be poor. The Medium preset at 4K, with an average of 110 fps, offers a good balance for 4K gaming, as it provides a high framerate while maintaining a more acceptable level of visual quality. The High and Ultra presets at 4K are more demanding, with 78 and 74 fps, which is still very playable but may not reach the highest refresh rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data is organized by resolution and settings. The data set includes average, min, and max FPS for some presets, but not all.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: The average FPS is 401, with no min or max data available.
• Medium: The average FPS is 333, with a minimum of 283 and a maximum of 383. The range is 100 FPS.
• High: The average FPS is 235, with no min or max data available.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 224, with no min or max data available.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: The average FPS is 297, with no min or max data available.
• Medium: The average FPS is 210, with a minimum of 179 and a maximum of 242.
• High: The average FPS is 148, with no min or max data available.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 141, with no min or max data available.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: The average FPS is 155, with no min or max data available.
• Medium: The average FPS is 110, with a minimum of 93 and a maximum of 126.
• High: The average FPS is 78, with no min or max data available.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 74, with no min or max data available.

The performance at 1080p is consistently high, with the peak average at Low setting being 401 fps. The 1440p resolution shows a significant drop from 1080p for all settings, but remains smooth. The 4K resolution provides a playable experience for all settings, with the Low preset delivering above 155 fps.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12th generation Alder Lake processor with 12 cores and 20 threads. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. It is designed for the Intel Socket 1700 platform and supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. In Pc Building Simulator, the high core count and thread count are likely to be excellent, as this is a simulation game that may use multiple threads for its logic and simulation of PC components.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks indicates its robust capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 28838 points in the multi-core test and 4071 points in the single-core test. This demonstrates a strong balance between multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The 3DMark tests show a similar trend, with a score of 9983 for max threads and 1043 for single thread.

The benchmark results show that the CPU is performing in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, which is high. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-13700T and the Intel Core i5-13600T, have an average score that is very close, with a delta of -0.1% and 0.2% respectively. This means that the i7-12700KF is competitive, but not the absolute top of the line. The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at 4K resolution, as the FPS is more limited by the GPU. However, at 1080p, the high framerates are likely due to the CPU's strong single-thread performance, which is crucial for high FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a high-end graphics card with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. It is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, with 9728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 2205 MHz and a boost clock of 2505 MHz, with a TDP of 320 W. It supports the full suite of modern APIs, including DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

In the benchmark data, the GPU has a percentile rank of 86th for all GPUs and an average benchmark score of 54247. Its nearest competitor, the RTX 4080 SUPER, has an average score of 54209, with a delta of 0.1%, indicating a performance difference is negligible. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 1.1% behind, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 2.6% behind. This puts the RTX 4080 in a good position, but not at the top.

The GPU's role in Pc Building Simulator becomes more significant at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 74, which is a 22% drop from the 1440p Ultra's 141. This is a clear indication that the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. The VRAM capacity of 16 GB is likely sufficient for this game, even at 4K with Ultra settings, as the game is not a VRAM-intensive title.

The GPU's raw performance is also highlighted by the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6567, which shows it is a capable performer. In this game, the GPU is the primary component that determines the FPS at 4K. At lower resolutions, the CPU's performance is more important, but the RTX 4080's high compute capability ensures that the system can output high framerates. The GPU's architecture and memory bandwidth allow it to handle the game's graphics features at high settings without a massive FPS drop, as seen in the data.