Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 within its class, visualized in FPS.

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

GeForce RTX 4090
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 5090
1-Tier Step-up
Display Pairing

Cities: Skylines II x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090: Optimal Display Pairing

Sweet Spot Environment

The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.

Sweet Spot
1080p
Medium Settings
AVE. 76 FPS
Standard (Borderline)
1440p
Low Settings
AVE. 59 FPS
Power Shortage
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
AVE. 29 FPS

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.

Grade Color Index:
S (Flawless)
A (Sharp / Great)
B (Standard)
C (Rough / Blurry)
F (Low Fidelity)
- (NG / Unsupported)
Resolution ClassFPS21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
A
76 FPS
A
FPS:A·PQ:S
A
FPS:A·PQ:A
B
FPS:A·PQ:B
C
FPS:A·PQ:C
F
FPS:A·PQ:F
F
FPS:A·PQ:F
1440p
B
45 FPS
B
FPS:B·PQ:S
B
FPS:B·PQ:S
B
FPS:B·PQ:A
B
FPS:B·PQ:B
C
FPS:B·PQ:C
F
FPS:B·PQ:F
4K(2160p)
F
22 FPS
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:A
F
FPS:F·PQ:B
F
FPS:F·PQ:C
FAQ

FAQ: Cities: Skylines II x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

What is the optimal setting for playing Cities: Skylines II with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090?

We recommend "1080p / Ultimate / FG: ON" for comfort. By leveraging AI enhancements, you can maintain high visual quality while ensuring smooth gameplay.

Can NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 run Cities: Skylines II on Ultra settings?

Ultra settings average 41 FPS. We recommend mid settings to achieve 60FPS (76 FPS).

Can I play Cities: Skylines II at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090?

4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 22 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Cities: Skylines II with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090?

Yes, it is supported. Yes, it is supported via null. This configuration leverages your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090's features for extremely smooth gameplay.