Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator is a simulation title that is far more demanding on the GPU than on the CPU, and the data for the Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination confirms this. The benchmark results show a system that is capable of excellent 1080p performance, but which struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K, with the graphics card acting as the primary bottleneck in nearly every scenario.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is severe and clearly demonstrates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the limiting component in this configuration. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 103.0 at 1920x1080 to 67.1 at 2560x1440, and then plummets to 35.4 at 3840x2160. This represents a 65.6% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K. The trend is consistent across all settings presets, indicating a classic GPU-bound scenario where the rendering resolution directly dictates the frame rate.

The scaling pattern is telling. When moving from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at High settings, the performance drops by 47.2%, which is a much steeper decline than the 34.9% drop seen when moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440. This non-linear scaling is typical of a GPU that is running out of pixel throughput and memory bandwidth at higher resolutions. The RTX 2060's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit bus width are simply not sufficient to feed the massive pixel count required at 4K, especially with higher quality settings that increase texture and shader complexity.

At Low settings, the system shows more headroom, with 205.3 FPS at 1080p and 128.4 FPS at 1440p. However, even at the lowest preset, the 4K resolution brings the average down to 64.4 FPS. This indicates that while the CPU can push high frame rates at lower resolutions, the GPU's raw compute power is the hard ceiling at 4K. The benchmark results strongly suggest that this combination is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming, where the RTX 2060 can deliver smooth performance, rather than 4K, where the experience becomes marginal.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a high-end desktop processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, based on the Raptor Lake architecture. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz provide substantial single-threaded performance, which is crucial for simulation games that often rely on a main game logic thread. The data shows this CPU is not the limiting factor in Pc Building Simulator, as the frame rates are clearly constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions.

In the synthetic benchmarks, the i7-13700K scores 39000 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 5505 in single-core, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. This indicates a processor with immense headroom for any game, including Pc Building Simulator. The nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-13700KF, show an average score delta of only -0.1%, meaning the performance difference between these top-tier CPUs is negligible for gaming purposes.

The CPU's role in this specific game is to ensure that frame times are consistent and that there is no bottleneck preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum potential. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 205.3 FPS, which is a strong indicator that the i7-13700K's single-thread performance is more than adequate. The 3dmark single-thread score of 1136 and the Passmark single-thread score of 4333 support this conclusion, as they show the processor's ability to handle the game's logic without introducing CPU-bound frame rate limits. The GPU is clearly the component that determines the playable experience, not the CPU.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks at 1454 out of 1769 tested combos for Pc Building Simulator. This places the system in the lower 18th percentile of all tested configurations, which is a direct result of the RTX 2060's age and performance tier. The CPU is among the fastest available, but the GPU is a mid-range part from 2019, creating a significant performance imbalance.

The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's overall benchmark score. The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074 and sits in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, show a delta of 0.5%, indicating that the RTX 2060 is still competitive within its performance class. However, the combination rank of 1454 shows that many other systems with more powerful GPUs will produce much higher frame rates in this game, which is expected given the GPU-bound nature of the title.

This low ranking does not mean the system is unusable, but it does position it as a mid-range performer. The data indicates that the combo is well-matched for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates, but it will not be competitive with higher-end configurations at 1440p or 4K. The ranking is a clear signal that the GPU is the weakest link in this pairing, and that users looking for higher resolutions would need to consider a more powerful graphics card.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system's performance across all resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well: Low settings average 205.3 FPS, Medium settings average 146.2 FPS, High settings average 103.0 FPS, and Ultra settings average 97.7 FPS. These numbers show that the system is capable of running the game at high refresh rates even on the highest quality preset, making it an excellent choice for 1080p monitors with 144Hz or higher refresh rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains playable but with a noticeable drop. The average FPS values are 128.4 for Low, 90.8 for Medium, 67.1 for High, and 59.9 for Ultra. This shows that the system can still achieve a smooth experience at 1440p, especially on Medium and High settings, which is a solid result for a mid-range GPU. The difference between High and Ultra at this resolution is only 7.2 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset does not offer a significant visual benefit for the performance cost.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The average FPS values are 64.4 for Low, 47.0 for Medium, 35.4 for High, and 32.9 for Ultra. These numbers are below the 60 FPS threshold needed for smooth gameplay, and even the Low preset is only just above it. This indicates that the RTX 2060 is not suitable for 4K gaming in Pc Building Simulator, as the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power are insufficient for the resolution's demands.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, based on the Turing architecture, is the definitive bottleneck in this system. With 1920 shading units, 30 RT cores, and 240 tensor cores, it is a capable mid-range card, but its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus with 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth is a limiting factor at higher resolutions. The GPU's boost clock of 1680 MHz and base clock of 1365 MHz provide a solid foundation, but the data shows that the card's performance is quickly saturated as resolution increases.

The GPU's benchmark scores reflect its mid-range status. It scores 14111 in Passmark G3D and 71278 in Geekbench OpenCL, placing it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Pro 5700, have an average score delta of -1.7%, meaning the RTX 2060 is slightly ahead of these comparable cards. However, this performance is not sufficient for the demands of 4K gaming in this simulation title, as the measured FPS shows.

The GPU's role in this combination is to determine the maximum achievable frame rate, and the data shows that it falls short at 4K. The 6 GB VRAM is particularly problematic, as high-resolution textures and effects can easily exceed this capacity, leading to performance degradation. For the best experience, the GPU needs to be paired with a lower resolution or lower settings, as the measured results clearly indicate that its sweet spot is 1080p.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination depend on the target resolution. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation, as it delivers an average of 97.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 103.0 FPS offers a marginal performance increase but sacrifices visual quality, making Ultra the better choice for most users with a 1080p display.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, with an average of 67.1 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 59.9 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS mark and may result in noticeable stuttering on some displays. The Medium preset at 90.8 FPS provides a more comfortable margin, but the visual quality reduction may not be worth the performance gain for most users. The data suggests that High is the sweet spot for 1440p gaming.

For 3840x2160, no setting provides a fully satisfactory experience. The Low preset averages 64.4 FPS, which is playable but requires significant visual compromises. The Medium preset drops to 47.0 FPS, and High and Ultra are below 36 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay. Users with a 4K display should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p or upgrading the GPU, as the data shows the RTX 2060 cannot handle this game at native 4K with acceptable performance.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Pc Building Simulator at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the best average FPS is 64.4 on Low settings, but Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below 50 FPS, with Ultra averaging only 32.9 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this Intel Core i7-13700K + RTX 2060 combination?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the sweet spot, as all settings presets deliver over 97 FPS on average, with Low settings reaching 205.3 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall GPU score?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074, which is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-13700K is not the limiting factor, as the frame rates are consistently lower at higher resolutions, which is a clear sign of a GPU bottleneck.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, High settings average 67.1 FPS while Ultra settings average 59.9 FPS, a difference of 7.2 FPS in favor of High.

Q: What is the combo rank of this system in Pc Building Simulator?

A: This combination ranks 1454 out of 1769 tested combos, placing it in the lower percentile of all tested systems for this game.