Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator, a simulation title from 2019, presents an interesting case for hardware analysis. The measured data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination reveals a configuration that is overwhelmingly powerful for this specific title. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265, with its 20 cores and 20 threads, pairs with the RTX 5070 Ti's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory to deliver frame rates that far exceed display refresh rate capabilities at most settings. The benchmark results from the database position this combo at rank 218 out of 3002 tested combinations, placing it in the top 93rd percentile of all CPUs and 86th percentile of all GPUs, indicating a high-performing system that will handle this game with substantial headroom.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and expected trend: as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, average frame rates drop significantly across all settings. This scaling behavior provides insight into which component is the primary driver of performance in Pc Building Simulator. At the low preset, the frame rate drops from 443 FPS at 1080p to 279 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 146 FPS at 4K. This represents a 67% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU may be the limiting factor, while at higher resolutions, the GPU workload increases but still remains well within the capability of the RTX 5070 Ti.

The transition from 1440p to 4K shows a more dramatic performance hit than the 1080p to 1440p step. For instance, at high settings, the frame rate drops from 221 FPS at 1080p to 140 FPS at 1440p (a 37% reduction), then to 73 FPS at 4K (a 48% reduction from 1440p). This non-linear scaling indicates that the GPU is becoming more heavily utilized as pixel count increases. However, even at the most demanding configuration tested — 4K Ultra — the combo still manages 70 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold commonly considered smooth for simulation games.

The fact that 4K Low produces 146 FPS while 4K Ultra produces 70 FPS reveals the GPU is the component most affected by settings changes, as the difference between these two presets at the same resolution is over 100%. Conversely, the 1080p Low result of 443 FPS suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding frames at an exceptionally high rate, and the RTX 5070 Ti is more than sufficient to keep up at lower resolutions. The data indicates that this combo is GPU-bound only at the highest resolutions and settings; at 1080p and 1440p, the performance is so high that neither component appears to be a bottleneck for practical gameplay scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 140 FPS at 2560x1440 resolution with High settings. This is a highly playable frame rate for a simulation game, offering smooth gameplay with good visual quality.

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

A: At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 70 FPS on Ultra settings to 146 FPS on Low settings. The Medium preset yields 103 FPS with minimum and maximum values of 88 and 119 FPS respectively, indicating a consistently smooth experience.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 a strong CPU for this game?

A: The CPU has a percentile ranking of 93 among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 64640. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 4464P, scores 64823, a delta of -0.3%, meaning the Ultra 7 265 is essentially on par with that server processor. The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 42216.

Q: What is the GPU's performance ranking relative to other graphics cards?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 49957. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, has an average score of 50001, a negligible 0.1% difference. The GPU's Passmark G3D score is 32974.

Q: Does the combo rank well among other tested configurations for this game?

A: Yes, the combo is ranked 218th out of 3002 tested combinations for Pc Building Simulator. This places it in the top 7.3% of all tested systems, indicating it delivers performance well above the median configuration.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to 4K Ultra?

A: The 1080p Low preset achieves 443 FPS, while 4K Ultra achieves 70 FPS. This means the lower resolution and settings preset is approximately 6.3 times faster, demonstrating the significant impact of resolution and graphical fidelity on the GPU workload.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame field provides a clear picture of where this configuration stands relative to other tested systems in Pc Building Simulator. With a rank of 218 out of 3002 combos, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and RTX 5070 Ti falls within the top 7.3% of all systems tested by the database. This is a strong showing, though not at the absolute top tier, which is expected given that the CPU and GPU both rank in the mid-to-high 80s and 90s percentiles respectively.

The rank is more a reflection of the game's modest hardware requirements than a limitation of the components. Pc Building Simulator, being a simulation title from 2019, does not stress modern high-end hardware to the same degree as newer AAA titles. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the combo produces 70 FPS, which is a playable frame rate. The CPU's percentile of 93 and GPU's percentile of 86 suggest that while both are high-performing parts, there are faster components available that would push the combo rank higher. The AMD EPYC 4464P, which scores 0.3% higher on average than the Ultra 7 265, represents the nearest CPU competitor, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 2% higher on average than the RTX 5070 Ti.

The rank of 218 is a quantitative measure of how well this specific combination performs in this specific game. Given the high frame rates observed across all tested configurations, the rank is likely influenced by the absolute ceiling of performance rather than any deficiency in this combo. The data indicates that users with this combination will experience a highly responsive and fluid simulation environment, with performance headroom to spare for any additional background tasks or future game updates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the results are exceptionally high. The Low preset delivers a staggering 443 FPS average, while Medium drops to 314 FPS with a minimum of 267 and maximum of 361 FPS. High settings produce 221 FPS, and Ultra brings the average down to 211 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is CPU-bound, as the difference between Low and Ultra is only 232 FPS, and even the most demanding preset exceeds 200 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales as expected. Low settings yield 279 FPS, Medium produces 198 FPS (with min/max of 168/228), High achieves 140 FPS, and Ultra settles at 133 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra narrows to just 7 FPS at this resolution, suggesting diminishing returns from the Ultra preset. The minimum FPS recorded at Medium (168) is still well above the 144 Hz refresh rate of many gaming monitors, ensuring a tear-free experience on high-refresh displays.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its workload. The Low preset averages 146 FPS, which is still remarkably high for 4K. Medium drops to 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 and maximum of 119 FPS, providing a stable experience above 60 FPS. High and Ultra produce 73 FPS and 70 FPS respectively, both of which are playable but represent the first configurations where the system drops below the 100 FPS mark. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at High settings (140 to 73 FPS) represents a 48% reduction, highlighting the increased pixel throughput demands on the RTX 5070 Ti's 8960 shading units.

The data also reveals that the Medium preset consistently provides a balanced experience, with the only recorded minimum FPS values in the entire dataset. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 88 FPS ensures no frame drops below the 60 FPS threshold, while the 1440p Medium minimum of 168 FPS and 1080p Medium minimum of 267 FPS offer substantial headroom. The Ultra preset, while providing the highest visual fidelity, only offers a marginal improvement over High in terms of average FPS, suggesting that High is the more efficient choice.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, all presets are viable, but the High preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance. The 221 FPS average at High is more than sufficient for any current display, and the jump to Ultra only reduces the frame rate to 211 FPS, a negligible 4.5% decrease for potentially marginal visual gains. For users with 240 Hz or higher refresh monitors, the Medium preset at 314 FPS or even Low at 443 FPS could be justified, but the visual fidelity loss is significant.

For 2560x1440, the High preset again emerges as the recommended choice. The 140 FPS average is ideal for 144 Hz displays, and the 133 FPS at Ultra is close enough that the difference is nearly imperceptible. The Medium preset at 198 FPS would be the choice for 165 Hz or 240 Hz monitors, but the drop in visual quality may not be worth the frame rate increase. The Low preset at 279 FPS is excessive for most users and should be avoided unless maximum frame rates are the sole priority.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset provides the best experience. The 103 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS standard for 4K gaming, and the minimum of 88 FPS ensures no stuttering during complex simulation scenes. The High preset at 73 FPS is playable but may show occasional dips below 60 FPS in heavy moments, while Ultra at 70 FPS offers the highest fidelity but with the lowest frame rate. For users with 120 Hz 4K displays, the Medium preset's 103 FPS is the only configuration that approaches that refresh rate, making it the clear recommendation.

The data suggests that the "Medium" preset is the sweet spot for this game across all resolutions when considering the trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate consistency. The only measured minimum FPS values occur at Medium settings, which indicates that the game's performance is most stable at this preset. The High preset is a close second and may be preferred by users who prioritize visual quality over the small frame rate advantage of Medium.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a 20-core, 20-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. Its base clock of 2.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.30 GHz provide substantial single-thread performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5960. In Pc Building Simulator, which is a simulation game that likely relies on physics calculations and game logic, the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are crucial. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 and the Passmark multithread score of 49682 demonstrate the processor's ability to handle complex calculations.

The CPU's 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB per-core L2 cache provide fast access to frequently used data, which is beneficial for simulation games that track numerous game state variables. The 65 W TDP indicates efficient power delivery, allowing sustained performance without thermal throttling. In the bench results, the CPU's average benchmark score of 64640 places it at the 93rd percentile, with its nearest rival being the AMD EPYC 4464P at 64823 (a 0.3% difference) and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F at 64438 (a 0.3% difference).

For Pc Building Simulator, the CPU's role is likely to be the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions. The 1080p Low result of 443 FPS confirms the CPU's raw processing power, as the GPU is not heavily taxed at this resolution and settings. The Passmark data encryption score of 40456 and data compression score of 522983 suggest strong general-purpose performance that translates well to the game's simulation logic. The CPU's 20 cores are likely overkill for this game, but they ensure that the simulation remains fluid even in complex build scenarios with many active components.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and features 8960 shading units, 280 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. Its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for the textures and assets used in Pc Building Simulator. The GPU's boost clock of 2452 MHz and base clock of 2295 MHz contribute to its compute performance, with an FP32 throughput of 43.94 TFLOPS.

The GPU's role in this game becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, especially at higher settings. The difference between 4K Low (146 FPS) and 4K Ultra (70 FPS) demonstrates the GPU's workload scaling with graphical fidelity. The 70 RT cores and 280 tensor cores are not heavily utilized in this simulation game, which does not feature ray tracing or DLSS by default, but they provide headroom for any future updates or modifications.

In the benchmark database, the RTX 5070 Ti has a percentile ranking of 86 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 49957. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Arc A550M (49737, a 0.4% difference). The Passmark G3D score of 32974 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6604 indicate strong DirectX 12 performance, which is relevant for Pc Building Simulator's rendering engine. The GPU's 16 GB of VRAM ensures that even at 4K Ultra, memory capacity is not a limitation, allowing the game to load all textures without swapping.