Pc Building Simulator

# Pc Building Simulator: Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

This combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti delivers a strong showing in Pc Building Simulator, a simulation title that rewards balanced hardware. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system that handles 1080p with ease, remains very playable at 1440p, and only begins to struggle at 4K with the highest presets. The CPU's 90th percentile standing among all processors and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking provide context for a pairing that sits comfortably in the upper-middle tier of tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The system achieves an average of 151 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, with no reported minimum or maximum frame rates for that configuration.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in overall benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995, which places it 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600K and 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 7900.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti features 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s.

Q: At what resolution does the system first drop below 60 FPS on High settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS drops to 52, marking the first instance where the system falls below 60 FPS across the tested resolutions.

Q: How does the GPU rank in terms of its benchmark percentile?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti sits in the 75th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29945.

Q: What is the performance delta between the GPU and its closest rival?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile, with average scores of 29945 and 29928 respectively.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti serves as the primary rendering engine in this configuration, and its specifications directly influence the measured results in Pc Building Simulator. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1575 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with memory running at 1188 MHz (19 Gbps effective). This memory speed, combined with the 256-bit bus width, yields a bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s, which proves sufficient for the simulation's asset streaming demands.

The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6X memory is a defining characteristic in this game's context. At 1080p and 1440p, the memory capacity does not appear to bottleneck performance, as evidenced by the substantial frame rates achieved. However, at 3840x2160, the combination of higher resolution and demanding presets begins to stress the memory subsystem, with Ultra settings producing an average of 50 FPS. The GPU's 6144 shading units and 192 texture mapping units contribute to its ability to handle the game's visual complexity, while the 96 render output units manage the pixel throughput required at higher resolutions.

The 21.75 TFLOPS of FP32 performance provides the raw computational horsepower needed for the simulation's physics and rendering calculations. The GPU's pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s indicate strong fill-rate capabilities that translate directly to the frame rates observed. At 1080p, the GPU is clearly the dominant component, delivering 317 FPS on Low settings, which suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor at that resolution. The data indicates that the RTX 3070 Ti scales well with settings changes, as moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p reduces the average from 317 to 151 FPS, a drop of approximately 52%.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At 1080p with High settings, the system produces an average of 159 FPS, which drops to 100 FPS at 1440p and further to 52 FPS at 4K. This represents a 37% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a 67% reduction from 1080p to 4K, demonstrating the GPU's increasing workload at higher pixel counts.

The scaling behavior differs across settings presets. On Low settings, the system achieves 317 FPS at 1080p, 200 FPS at 1440p, and 105 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 37% from 1080p to 1440p and 67% from 1080p to 4K, consistent with the High settings pattern. This consistency suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor across all settings, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck even at lower resolutions.

Medium settings show a similar trend: 225 FPS at 1080p, 142 FPS at 1440p, and 74 FPS at 4K. The minimum and maximum frame rates at 1080p Medium are 191 and 259 respectively, while at 1440p Medium they are 121 and 163, and at 4K Medium they are 63 and 85. These ranges indicate moderate frame time variance, with the spread narrowing as resolution increases, suggesting that GPU workload becomes more consistent at higher pixel counts. Ultra settings follow the same pattern, with 151 FPS at 1080p, 95 FPS at 1440p, and 50 FPS at 4K.

The data clearly shows that 4K resolution pushes the RTX 3070 Ti to its limits, particularly on High and Ultra presets where the average dips below 60 FPS. The 52 FPS average at 4K High and 50 FPS at 4K Ultra indicate that this resolution is only viable with reduced settings, as the Low preset achieves a playable 105 FPS. The scaling pattern suggests that the GPU's 8 GB memory and bandwidth constraints become more pronounced at 4K, where the higher pixel count demands more memory bandwidth and capacity.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 1023 out of 3002 tested combinations in Pc Building Simulator, placing it in the 66th percentile of all tested configurations. This ranking reflects the balanced nature of the pairing, where neither component severely limits the other in this specific game title.

The CPU's individual standing provides context for this ranking. With a percentile of 90 among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 48995, the Core Ultra 5 245 is a strong performer. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G with a score of 49196 (0.4% higher), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 with 49228 (0.5% higher), the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H with 48698 (0.6% lower), and the Intel Core i5-14600K with 48618 (0.8% lower). This clustering indicates that the CPU sits in a highly competitive performance band, with differences of less than 1% among its closest competitors.

The GPU's ranking is comparatively lower, sitting at the 75th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 29945. Its nearest rivals show similar clustering: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile scores 29928 (0.1% higher), the AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30095 (0.5% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti scores 29783 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 6700 scores 30433 (1.6% higher). The GPU's position in the 75th percentile, combined with the CPU's 90th percentile, suggests that the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing.

The combo rank of 1023 out of 3002 indicates that while this configuration performs well, there are many other combinations that achieve better results in Pc Building Simulator. The game's simulation genre typically benefits from strong CPU performance, and the Core Ultra 5 245's high percentile likely contributes to the system's ability to maintain playable frame rates even when the GPU is stressed at higher resolutions. However, the GPU's lower percentile relative to the CPU suggests that upgrading the graphics card would yield more significant performance improvements than upgrading the processor in this specific game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for this configuration at each resolution. At 1920x1080, all settings presets deliver excellent performance, with the lowest average being 151 FPS on Ultra. Even the most demanding preset provides a comfortable margin above 144 FPS, making Ultra settings the clear choice for 1080p gaming. The data shows no reason to compromise on visual quality at this resolution, as even the Ultra preset maintains an average well above typical high-refresh-rate display capabilities.

At 2560x1440, the system continues to perform admirably, with High settings delivering 100 FPS and Ultra settings achieving 95 FPS. The difference between these presets is minimal at 5 FPS, suggesting that Ultra settings are the better choice for 1440p gaming. The Low preset at 200 FPS and Medium at 142 FPS are also viable options, but the marginal performance cost of Ultra over High makes it the recommended choice for users prioritizing visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes significantly. The High preset averages 52 FPS and Ultra averages 50 FPS, both falling below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset achieves 74 FPS, providing a playable experience while maintaining a moderate level of visual quality. The Low preset delivers 105 FPS, which is the only 4K option that provides a comfortable frame rate. For users who prioritize frame rate stability at 4K, the Medium preset (74 FPS) offers the best balance between visual quality and performance, while those who can tolerate slightly lower frame rates may prefer High settings for improved visuals.

The minimum frame rates at Medium settings reveal additional considerations. At 4K Medium, the minimum FPS is 63, which remains above the 60 FPS threshold, while at 1440p Medium the minimum is 121 and at 1080p Medium it is 191. These figures indicate that Medium settings provide consistent frame times without significant drops, making it a reliable choice across all resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for this configuration across all resolutions and settings is as follows:

At 3840x2160, the system achieves an average of 105 FPS on Low settings. The Medium preset produces 74 FPS with a minimum of 63 and maximum of 85. High settings yield 52 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 50 FPS. No minimum or maximum values are reported for Low, High, or Ultra at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 200 FPS. Medium settings produce 142 FPS with a minimum of 121 and maximum of 163. High settings achieve 100 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 95 FPS. As with 4K, only the Medium preset includes minimum and maximum frame rate data.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 317 FPS, representing the highest measured frame rate in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce 225 FPS with a minimum of 191 and maximum of 259. High settings deliver 159 FPS, and Ultra settings achieve 151 FPS.

The data reveals several notable patterns. The performance gap between Low and Ultra settings widens as resolution decreases. At 1080p, the difference between Low (317 FPS) and Ultra (151 FPS) is 166 FPS, while at 4K, the difference between Low (105 FPS) and Ultra (50 FPS) is 55 FPS. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU has more headroom to render additional visual effects, while at 4K, the GPU is already heavily loaded and the impact of settings changes is diminished.

The Medium preset consistently provides the most complete data with minimum and maximum frame rates reported. Across all resolutions, the variance within Medium settings remains moderate, with the spread between minimum and maximum being 68 FPS at 1080p, 42 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K. This narrowing spread at higher resolutions indicates more consistent frame pacing, likely due to the GPU being more consistently saturated.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 plays a crucial supporting role in this configuration, and its specifications directly influence the measured performance in Pc Building Simulator. The processor features 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This combination of core count and clock speed provides strong single-threaded performance, which is essential for simulation games that often rely on a primary game thread for game logic.

The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. This cache configuration helps reduce memory latency and improves performance in scenarios where data is repeatedly accessed, such as the component management and building mechanics in Pc Building Simulator. The dual-channel DDR5 memory support with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s ensures that the CPU can feed data to the GPU without creating a bottleneck.

Benchmark results indicate the CPU's strengths. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 32924 in multicore and 4648 in single-core tests. PassMark results show a multithread score of 38706 and a single-thread score of 4394. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking among all processors confirms its strong position in the market. Its average benchmark score of 48995 places it in close competition with several notable processors, with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 being only 0.5% faster and the Intel Core i5-14600K being 0.8% slower.

In Pc Building Simulator specifically, the CPU's role is evident in the frame rates achieved at 1080p. The 317 FPS on Low settings at 1080p demonstrates that the CPU can support very high frame rates when the GPU is not heavily loaded. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p (317 to 151 FPS) shows that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as visual complexity increases. However, the CPU's performance at lower resolutions ensures that it does not artificially cap the frame rate, as evidenced by the high FPS values achieved.

The processor's 65 W TDP and 3 nm process node indicate efficient power characteristics, though these factors do not directly translate to gaming performance. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU provides a fallback display option, but the discrete RTX 3070 Ti handles all rendering duties in this configuration. The CPU's PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes ensures high-bandwidth connectivity to the GPU, which operates on PCIe 4.0 x16, providing ample bandwidth for data transfer between the two components.

The benchmark data suggests that the Core Ultra 5 245 is well-matched to the RTX 3070 Ti in this game. The CPU's strong single-threaded performance and high core count prevent it from becoming a bottleneck, even when the GPU is delivering over 300 FPS at 1080p Low settings. As resolution increases, the CPU's workload remains relatively constant while the GPU's workload grows, further confirming that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration.