Pc Building Simulator

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers a decisively CPU-bound experience in Pc Building Simulator, with the data showing that resolution scaling has a minimal impact on performance relative to what is typical for a GPU of this class. The measured frame rates at 1080p and 1440p are exceptionally high, while the 4K results remain highly playable, indicating that the processor is doing the heavy lifting to keep the frame rate high even when the GPU's load increases.

Resolution Scaling

The benchmark results show a clear pattern where performance degrades gracefully as resolution increases, but the scaling is far more linear than what a GPU-limited scenario would produce. From 1080p Low at 301.2 FPS to 1440p Low at 188.9 FPS, the drop is 37.3%, which is substantial but still leaves the system with a massive surplus of performance. At High settings, the transition from 1080p (151.2 FPS) to 1440p (93.5 FPS) represents a 38.2% reduction, and moving to 4K (52.4 FPS) from 1440p results in a further 43.9% decrease. This progressive decline suggests that while the GPU is starting to feel the pressure at higher resolutions, the CPU is still feeding it enough data to maintain respectable frame rates.

The most telling indicator of the CPU's dominance is the performance at 4K Ultra, which still achieves 46.4 FPS. For a simulation title, this is a strong result, and it implies that even at the most demanding settings, the system never becomes a slideshow. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at 4K is 53.6 FPS (100.0 vs 46.4), which is a narrower margin than the 159.5 FPS gap seen at 1080p (301.2 vs 141.7). This compression of the settings range at higher resolutions is a classic sign that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor, but the absolute numbers remain high enough that the experience is fluid across all tested configurations.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores are exceptional, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39000 and a single-core score of 5505. In Pc Building Simulator, which is a simulation genre title that typically scales well with multi-threaded performance, this processor's capabilities are fully utilized. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10717 and the max-thread score of 12412 indicate that the CPU can handle heavy parallel workloads, which aligns with the game's need to simulate complex system interactions.

The processor's percentile rank of 93 among all CPUs reinforces its position as a top-tier part, and its nearest rivals show how close the competition is. The Intel Core i7-13700KF scores 47334, which is only 0.1% higher, while the AMD EPYC 4364P at 47131 trails by 0.3%. This marginal separation means that the i7-13700K is effectively at the peak of performance for its class, and in a game like Pc Building Simulator, the high single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 4333) is crucial for maintaining high frame rates even when the simulation logic is running on a single core. The data strongly suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in this combination, as the frame rates at 1080p Low (301.2 FPS) far exceed what most displays can show.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, based on the Ampere architecture with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and a 256-bit memory bus, provides a robust foundation for this game. Its memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is ample for the textures and assets in Pc Building Simulator, and the GPU's boost clock of 1725 MHz ensures that it can keep pace with the CPU's output. However, the benchmark results reveal that the GPU is not the primary driver of performance in this title. At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 141.7 FPS, which is a high number but still 159.5 FPS lower than the Low setting result, indicating that the GPU's workload does scale with settings, but the CPU is able to compensate.

The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 22214 and its percentile rank of 72 place it as a solid mid-to-high-range performer. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT with a score of 27985 (0.9% lower) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti at 27956 (1.0% lower), show that the RTX 3070 is well-positioned. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for this simulation game, as the 4K High result of 52.4 FPS demonstrates that the GPU can handle 4K rendering without running out of memory. The fact that the 4K Ultra score (46.4 FPS) is only 11.5% lower than the 4K High score (52.4 FPS) suggests that the GPU's compute capabilities are not severely taxed, and the system is still CPU-bound even at the highest resolution.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear verdict on the optimal settings for this combination. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 151.2 FPS is the recommended choice, as it delivers a frame rate that is well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on modern monitors, while also offering better visual fidelity than Medium (213.5 FPS) or Low (301.2 FPS). The Ultra preset at 141.7 FPS is also a viable option, as the 9.5 FPS difference between High and Ultra is negligible for most users, and the visual improvements may be worth it.

At 1440p, the High preset (93.5 FPS) is the sweet spot. The Ultra preset (90.1 FPS) is only 3.4 FPS slower, making it a reasonable alternative for those who prioritize image quality over a slight frame rate advantage. The Medium preset (134.1 FPS) offers a significant boost in speed, but the visual downgrade is likely noticeable, and 93.5 FPS is already smooth for a simulation game. For 4K displays, the High preset (52.4 FPS) is the best balance, as it stays above the 50 FPS threshold for a playable experience. The Medium preset (68.5 FPS) is a better choice for users who want a higher frame rate and are willing to sacrifice some visual detail, while the Ultra preset (46.4 FPS) is playable but may feel less fluid during fast camera movements.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 819th out of 1769 tested combos in Pc Building Simulator, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all systems tested. While the rank might seem modest given the individual components' strong benchmark scores, it is important to consider that the leaderboard includes many more powerful GPUs and CPUs. The CPU's percentile rank of 93 and the GPU's percentile rank of 72 suggest that this is a balanced pairing, but the game's reliance on CPU performance means that the combination's overall rank is influenced more by the processor than the graphics card. The data indicates that this combo is capable of delivering high frame rates at all resolutions, and the rank of 819 reflects its position among a field of 1769, which is a solid result for a mid-range to high-end system.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The exact measured average FPS values are as follows, broken down by resolution and settings:

• 1920x1080: Low: 301.2 FPS, Medium: 213.5 FPS, High: 151.2 FPS, Ultra: 141.7 FPS
• 2560x1440: Low: 188.9 FPS, Medium: 134.1 FPS, High: 93.5 FPS, Ultra: 90.1 FPS
• 3840x2160: Low: 100.0 FPS, Medium: 68.5 FPS, High: 52.4 FPS, Ultra: 46.4 FPS

These numbers show a consistent pattern where the Low setting provides more than double the frame rate of the Ultra setting at each resolution, confirming that the GPU workload is the primary variable that changes with settings. The 1080p Low result of 301.2 FPS is exceptionally high, suggesting that the CPU is capable of pushing far beyond typical display refresh rates, while the 4K Ultra result of 46.4 FPS is still respectable for a simulation title.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Pc Building Simulator?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 301.2 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with Ultra settings?

A: At 4K Ultra, the combo achieves an average FPS of 46.4, which is playable but the lowest result in the measured data.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the primary driver, as the frame rates remain high across all resolutions, and the CPU's benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multicore 39000) are exceptional relative to the GPU's percentile rank of 72.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, High settings produce 93.5 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 90.1 FPS, a difference of 3.4 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank against all tested combinations?

A: It ranks 819th out of 1769 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database.

Q: What is the recommended setting for a 4K display?

A: The High preset at 4K (52.4 FPS) is recommended, as it provides a balance between visual quality and smooth gameplay, with the Medium preset (68.5 FPS) as a faster alternative.