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Cyberpunk 2077
Performance Guide

The benchmark for graphical fidelity. Heavily GPU-bound with Ray Tracing, though crowd density can strain CPUs. Analysis covers 60Hz - 120Hz at 1440p - 4K.

CPU Bias: medium
GPU Bias: high

Bottleneck Heatmap for Cyberpunk 2077

Reference testing with Core i5 13600K + Nvidia Geforce Rtx 4070

Performance Map

CPU Limited
GPU Limited
Balanced
720p
1080p
1440p
UW 1440p
4K
60 Hz
75 Hz
120 Hz
144 Hz
165 Hz
240 Hz
360 Hz
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Sweet Spot
1440p @ 75Hz (0% BN)
Larger nodes indicate higher bottleneck variance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyberpunk 2077 CPU or GPU intensive?

Cyberpunk 2077 is generally GPU-intensive. The benchmark for graphical fidelity. Heavily GPU-bound with Ray Tracing, though crowd density can strain CPUs.

What is a good resolution for this game?

Competitive players often prefer 1080p for maximum framerates (60Hz - 120Hz). For visual enjoyment, 1440p - 4K is recommended.

How do I fix bottlenecks in this game?

If you are CPU limited, try increasing resolution or graphics settings. If GPU limited, lower resolution or key settings like shadows/reflections.

Does this game support high refresh rates?

Yes, typical play targets 60Hz - 120Hz.

What hardware do you recommend?

For Cyberpunk 2077, we recommend a balanced build like a Core i5 13600K paired with an Nvidia Geforce Rtx 4070 for 1440p gaming.