Pc Building Simulator

Pc Building Simulator’s measured frame rates for the Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER show a combination that is firmly mid-pack for this title. The combo ranks 1693 out of 3002 tested configurations, placing it in the 56th percentile of all tracked pairings. This rank reflects a system that can handle the game’s simulation workloads at most settings, but it is not a top-tier performer for pushing maximum frame rates at high resolutions. The following analysis breaks down where this pairing excels, where it struggles, and which settings deliver the most balanced experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1693 out of 3002 places it just above the median tested pairing, indicating a balanced but unremarkable position. In practical terms, this means the system will not top any leaderboards, but it also will not be left behind in typical gaming scenarios. The ranking is driven by the interaction between the CPU’s strong multi-threaded capabilities and the GPU’s mid-range standing; the CPU ranks in the 96th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU only reaches the 65th percentile against all GPUs. This imbalance means the GPU is the limiting factor in most gaming workloads, a conclusion supported by the measured FPS data.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 84003 is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K’s 83807, and 1.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 4584PX’s 83090. However, it trails the AMD EPYC 7F72 by 1.3% (85072 vs 84003). These margins are small, so the CPU choice makes little difference in this game; the GPU’s relative performance is what determines the final ranking. For the GPU, the RTX 2070 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 20282 is 1% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480), 1.2% lower than the RTX 3070 Mobile (20534), and 1.5% lower than the Intel Arc A750 (20582). These tiny deltas mean the GPU is effectively on par with several other mid-range options.

Given this data, the combo rank is best interpreted as a statement about balance: the CPU is overkill for the GPU, and the GPU is the bottleneck. In less demanding scenes, the CPU can push high frame rates, but in heavier scenes, the GPU’s limits become apparent. The measured FPS across resolutions confirms this pattern, with 1080p and 1440p delivering playable results, while 4K drops to marginal levels at higher settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture with a TU104 chip, fabricated on a 12 nm process. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and its memory runs at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These specs place it in the mid-range tier of GPUs, which is reflected in its 65th percentile ranking against all GPUs.

In Pc Building Simulator, the GPU’s role is to render the 3D workshop environment and the visual feedback of components being installed. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for this game, as the measured data shows no indication of memory-related stuttering or frame drops. The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is adequate for the game’s texture loads, and the boost clock of 1770 MHz provides a stable foundation for the frame rates observed. However, the GPU’s compute capabilities—9.062 TFLOPS FP32 and 283.2 GTexel/s texture rate—are modest by modern standards, limiting high-refresh-rate performance at higher resolutions.

The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern: at 1920x1080 Low, the GPU achieves 248 FPS, but at 3840x2160 Ultra, it drops to 39 FPS. This 6.4x reduction in frame rate from 1080p Low to 4K Ultra is typical of a GPU that is bandwidth- and compute-limited. The GPU’s DirectX 12 benchmark score of 67 (Passmark) is low relative to its other scores, but the game runs on older APIs, so this is not a concern. The GPU’s 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are present but unused in this simulation title, as the game does not leverage ray tracing or DLSS.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 3840x2160 Low, the average FPS is 82, which is playable. At Medium, it drops to 58 FPS, and at High, it falls to 41 FPS. Ultra settings are not recommended, as the average drops to 39 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve 60+ FPS?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings deliver 111 FPS, while High settings yield 78 FPS. At 1920x1080, even Ultra settings maintain 118 FPS. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1440p Medium or 1080p High are the safest choices.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has an average benchmark score of 84003, which is 0.2% higher than the 285K’s 83807. This difference is negligible in gaming, meaning the two CPUs perform nearly identically in Pc Building Simulator.

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 8 GB VRAM enough for this game?

A: Yes. The game’s highest measured setting (Ultra) at 4K does not show any VRAM-related issues in the data. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for the textures and geometry in Pc Building Simulator.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 248 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 118 FPS. This represents a 52% reduction in frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest preset.

Q: Does the GPU’s performance match its benchmark percentile?

A: The GPU ranks in the 65th percentile against all GPUs, which aligns with its measured performance. Its average benchmark score of 20282 is only 1-1.5% lower than its nearest rivals, and the in-game frame rates reflect this mid-range positioning.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). Here is a detailed breakdown:

1920x1080:

• Low: 248 FPS average
• Medium: 175 FPS average, with a minimum of 149 FPS and a maximum of 202 FPS
• High: 124 FPS average
• Ultra: 118 FPS average

At 1080p, the combo is clearly CPU-bound at Low settings, where the frame rate exceeds 240 FPS. The jump from Low to Medium is a 29% reduction (248 to 175 FPS), while the transition from High to Ultra is only 5% (124 to 118 FPS). This indicates that the GPU is capable of handling Ultra settings at 1080p without significant drops, making it the best choice for high-refresh-rate monitors.

2560x1440:

• Low: 156 FPS average
• Medium: 111 FPS average, with a minimum of 94 FPS and a maximum of 127 FPS
• High: 78 FPS average
• Ultra: 74 FPS average

At 1440p, the scaling is more pronounced. Low to Medium is a 29% drop (156 to 111 FPS), and Medium to High is a 30% drop (111 to 78 FPS). High and Ultra are nearly identical (78 vs 74 FPS), suggesting that the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. The minimum FPS at Medium (94) shows that the system can maintain playable frame rates even in demanding scenes.

3840x2160:

• Low: 82 FPS average
• Medium: 58 FPS average, with a minimum of 49 FPS and a maximum of 67 FPS
• High: 41 FPS average
• Ultra: 39 FPS average

At 4K, the GPU’s limitations are clear. Low settings are the only preset that maintains a comfortable 60+ FPS average. Medium settings dip below 60 FPS, and High/Ultra both hover around 40 FPS. The minimum FPS at Medium (49) indicates potential stuttering in complex scenes. For 4K gaming, users should stick to Low or Medium settings.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 2070 SUPER scales well from 1080p to 1440p, but the transition to 4K requires a significant reduction in settings to maintain playability. The CPU’s high single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7303) ensures that frame rates are not CPU-limited at any resolution, as evidenced by the 248 FPS result at 1080p Low.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo depends on the user’s display resolution and refresh rate preference.

For 1920x1080 displays, Ultra settings are the clear recommendation. The average FPS of 118 is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the 5% difference between High and Ultra (124 vs 118 FPS) means there is no practical reason to drop below Ultra. Even on a 144 Hz monitor, the 118 FPS average is close to the refresh rate ceiling, and the system will deliver a smooth experience.

For 2560x1440 displays, Medium settings provide the best balance. At 111 FPS average, the experience is smooth, and the minimum FPS of 94 ensures no significant drops. High settings at 78 FPS are also playable, but the 30% drop from Medium to High (111 vs 78 FPS) is substantial. Users with 144 Hz monitors should stick to Medium; those with 60 Hz monitors can safely use High.

For 3840x2160 displays, Low settings are the only viable option for consistent 60 FPS gameplay. The 82 FPS average at Low is acceptable, but Medium drops to 58 FPS, and High/Ultra fall below 45 FPS. If visual fidelity is a priority, Medium settings at 4K are tolerable, but the 49 FPS minimum may cause noticeable stuttering in complex scenes. For a stable experience, Low is the recommended preset.

In summary, the RTX 2070 SUPER is best utilized at 1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium. The CPU’s performance headroom means that settings changes have a more significant impact on frame rates than CPU-bound scenarios, which is expected given the GPU’s mid-range position.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is a 24-core, 24-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake Refresh codename, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, with 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This CPU ranks in the 96th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 84003. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, scores 83807, a delta of just 0.2%, meaning the two are effectively interchangeable in gaming.

In Pc Building Simulator, the CPU’s role is to handle the simulation logic, including component compatibility checks, thermal calculations, and the physics of installing parts. The game is not heavily multi-threaded, but the CPU’s high single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7303) ensures that the game’s main thread is never a bottleneck. This is evident from the measured FPS: at 1080p Low, the system achieves 248 FPS, which is above what most games would allow, indicating no CPU limitation.

The CPU’s multi-threaded capabilities (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51731) are largely unused in this title, but they provide headroom for background tasks or streaming. The 24 cores and 24 threads do not have hyper-threading, which is a design choice that favors power efficiency over raw multi-thread performance. In this game, the CPU’s 5.80 GHz boost clock is the more relevant spec, as it drives the single-threaded performance that the game relies on.

The CPU’s integrated graphics (Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU) are present but irrelevant for this combo, as the discrete RTX 2070 SUPER handles all rendering. The CPU’s DDR5 memory support with dual-channel configuration (115.2 GB/s bandwidth) is sufficient for the game’s memory demands, and the ECC memory support is a bonus for workstation tasks, though not needed for gaming.

Overall, the CPU is overkill for this game, and the data confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor. Users could pair a lower-tier CPU with this GPU and see similar frame rates, but the 290K Plus ensures that no CPU-related stutter will occur, even in complex simulation scenarios.