Performance Analysis

GeForce RTX 5090: Performance Analysis

The GeForce RTX 5090 is the ideal choice for No Man's Sky at 1080p. With its 32GB of VRAM, it easily handles high-quality textures at ultra settings. In our performance analysis, this graphics card offers the perfect balance between price and power, avoiding overspending while ensuring a smooth experience without critical frame drops.

Ryzen 9 9950X3D: CPU Selection

To pair with the GPU, we've selected the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. This processor is sufficient to feed the GeForce RTX 5090 without causing a bottleneck, which is crucial for competitive and open-world titles like No Man's Sky. Its multitasking capability also ensures you can run background applications like Discord or Spotify without affecting your gameplay.

Why We Chose These Components

Every part in this build was selected with No Man's Sky performance in mind. The GeForce RTX 5090 was chosen because it's the sweet spot for 1080p gaming without overspending. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D provides enough CPU power to prevent bottlenecking, especially important in No Man's Sky's Custom Hello Games Engine engine. We matched the DDR5 with the motherboard's optimal speed, and selected an SSD with enough capacity for No Man's Sky (which requires significant storage space).

Upgrade Options

This build has excellent upgrade potential. If you want more FPS in the future, upgrading to a higher-tier GPU in the same generation is plug-and-play. The motherboard supports faster RAM if you want to squeeze out extra performance. The PSU has enough headroom for a more powerful graphics card upgrade down the line.

Verdict

In conclusion, this $5,432 build offers the best value for playing No Man's Sky at 144 FPS. All components have been verified for compatibility and performance. It's a solid investment for 2025 that will allow you to enjoy a premium gaming experience.