Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator presents an interesting case for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination. The data places this pairing at rank 1814 out of 3002 tested combos, which puts it in the lower half of the performance distribution for this simulation title. This is a system that can handle the game's demands, but the measured frame rates reveal a clear dependency on resolution and settings, with the GPU acting as the primary constraint at higher graphical loads.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1814 out of 3002 tested configurations places it in the 40th percentile of all tested systems for Pc Building Simulator. This is a modest standing, suggesting that while the hardware is capable, it is not among the top-performing combinations for this specific game. The ranking reflects a balance where the CPU holds its own relative to other processors, but the GPU's performance profile drags the overall combo down in a game that appears to be heavily dependent on graphics processing.

The CPU's individual percentile is stronger, sitting at the 90th percentile versus all CPUs. This indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a high-performing processor in the broader landscape. Its average benchmark score of 48995 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scoring 49196 (-0.4% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scoring 49228 (-0.5% delta). The Intel Core i5-14600K is also close at 48618, a 0.8% delta. This suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck in this combo's ranking.

In contrast, the GPU's percentile is lower, at the 66th percentile versus all GPUs. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035, which is closely matched by its rivals. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153 (-0.6%), the AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21237 (-1%), and the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713 (1.6%). This close grouping indicates the GPU is a mid-range performer. The combo's rank of 1814 is a result of this mid-tier GPU performance being the limiting factor, as the CPU is clearly capable of more, given its high percentile ranking.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination for Pc Building Simulator?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combo ranks 1814 out of 3002 tested combinations, placing it in the lower half of the performance spectrum for this game.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 processor compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 48995. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, scores 49196, which is a -0.4% delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228 (-0.5%), and the Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618 (0.8%), showing the processor is statistically tied with its competitors.

Q: What is the GPU's standing among all tested graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is at the 66th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21035. This puts it in the mid-range tier of graphics cards.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 237 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields an average of 113 FPS. This is a significant drop of over half the frame rate when moving to the highest settings.

Q: Which component is more likely to be the bottleneck in this pairing?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks at the 90th percentile, while the GPU is at the 66th percentile. Also, the performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario.

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the system achieves an average of 55 FPS, with a minimum of 47 FPS and a maximum of 64 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound workload. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 237 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings, the average drops to 149 FPS, a reduction of 88 FPS. At 4K with Low settings, the average falls further to 78 FPS. This scaling shows that even at the lowest graphical settings, the GPU is struggling to maintain high frame rates as the pixel count increases.

The trend becomes more pronounced at higher settings. At Ultra settings, the average FPS goes from 113 at 1080p, to 71 at 1440p, and finally to 37 at 4K. The progression from 1080p to 4K at Ultra represents a 76 FPS drop, which is a 67% reduction in performance. This steep decline points directly to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 as the primary constraint. The CPU, which ranks in the 90th percentile, is not the bottleneck here; the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are likely overwhelmed by the increased data throughput required at higher resolutions.

The delta between Low and Ultra settings also widens with resolution. At 1080p, the difference is 124 FPS (237 vs 113). At 1440p, the difference is 78 FPS (149 vs 71). At 4K, the difference is 41 FPS (78 vs 37). This narrowing gap at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU is becoming saturated, and the relative impact of graphical settings diminishes as the absolute performance ceiling is reached. The system is clearly more capable at 1080p, where it can deliver high refresh-rate experiences, but it becomes a 60 FPS or lower system at 4K, even on Medium settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates strong performance. The Low preset delivers an average of 237 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suitable for competitive play or high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset provides 168 FPS on average, with a minimum of 142 and a maximum of 193 FPS. High settings yield 118 FPS average, and Ultra drops to 113 FPS average. The difference between High and Ultra is a mere 5 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset offers diminishing returns at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance is still respectable but shows a clear step down. Low settings deliver an average of 149 FPS. Medium settings produce 106 FPS on average, with a range of 90 to 122 FPS. High settings average 75 FPS, and Ultra settings average 71 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra remains small, at 4 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional demands are not significantly impacting performance at this resolution either.

At 3840x2160, the system becomes heavily GPU-limited. Low settings are the only option that provides a consistently playable experience, with an average of 78 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 55 FPS, with a minimum of 47 FPS, which can be noticeable in a simulation game. High settings average 39 FPS, and Ultra is the most demanding, averaging only 37 FPS. The performance at this resolution is marginal for smooth gameplay, and the data shows the RTX 5050 is not designed for 4K gaming in this title.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. Its synthetic benchmark scores are robust, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32924 and a single-core score of 4648. These scores place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a powerful processor for tasks that benefit from high core counts and fast single-thread performance.

In the context of Pc Building Simulator, a simulation genre game, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and entity management. The 14 cores and 14 threads provide ample parallel processing power. The Passmark multithread score of 38706 and the Passmark single-thread score of 4394 suggest the processor is well-balanced. The data indicates that this CPU is not a limiting factor in this combination, as its performance is closely matched by rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, with a delta of only -0.5%.

The CPU's high percentile ranking, combined with the fact that FPS scales heavily with resolution and settings changes, points to the GPU being the bottleneck. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU has more room to work, the system achieves 237 FPS, which is likely near the limit of what the GPU can output. The processor's 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth are more than sufficient for a game like Pc Building Simulator, ensuring that the GPU is fed with data without stalling. The data suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield a more significant FPS increase than upgrading the CPU.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture for optimal settings. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, offering an average of 168 FPS with a minimum of 142 FPS. This provides a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience while maintaining good visual fidelity. The jump to High (118 FPS) and Ultra (113 FPS) offers diminishing returns for the performance cost, as the average FPS drops by 50 and 55 FPS, respectively, compared to Medium.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset also appears to be the best balance. It delivers an average of 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 FPS, which is comfortably playable on a 144Hz monitor. The High preset drops to 75 FPS, which is still playable but sacrifices the smoothness of the Medium setting. The Ultra preset at 71 FPS is not worth the extra graphical load, as the visual difference is minimal compared to the performance loss.

At 3840x2160, the options are more constrained. The Low preset is the only setting that consistently stays above 60 FPS, averaging 78 FPS. The Medium preset averages 55 FPS, which may be acceptable for some players, but the minimum of 47 FPS could result in noticeable stutters. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for 4K, as they average 39 and 37 FPS, respectively, which is not ideal for a simulation game that may require precise control. For the best experience, users should prioritize 1080p or 1440p with Medium settings to achieve a high and stable frame rate.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is a graphics card with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It has a base clock of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz. Its Passmark G3D score is 17326, and it sits at the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The 8 GB VRAM is a significant factor, as it is a moderate amount for modern games, and the memory bandwidth is on the lower end for a current-generation card.

The GPU's role in Pc Building Simulator is to render the game world, including the detailed PC components and the workshop environment. The benchmark results show that the RTX 5050 is the primary bottleneck in this system. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is severe, and the card cannot maintain high frame rates at higher settings. The 128-bit memory bus is likely a constraint, as higher resolutions require more data to be transferred and processed.

Compared to its rivals, the RTX 5050 is closely matched in synthetic benchmarks. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is a 1.6% delta above it, while the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile is -1.6% below. This indicates the card is a solid mid-range performer, but it is not designed for high-end 4K gaming. The data shows that for Pc Building Simulator, the RTX 5050 is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, where it can provide high frame rates with Medium to High settings. At 4K, users are limited to Low settings for a playable experience.