Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a specific performance profile for Greedfall, and the measured data shows this is a configuration strictly for 1080p gaming. The Arc B370, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184, sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, which immediately signals that its capabilities are limited. The recorded FPS data confirms this, showing that while the CPU has headroom, the graphics solution dictates the playable parameters. This analysis breaks down the exact performance metrics, optimal settings, and the division of labor between the processor and the graphics chip.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combination reveal a clear pattern of performance scaling tied directly to resolution and graphical preset. At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly across all settings. The recorded average FPS at Low is 31, which climbs to 25 at Medium and drops to 22 at High. The Ultra preset is nearly unplayable at this resolution, with an average of just 14 FPS. The only complete frame time data at 4K comes from the Medium preset, which shows an average of 25 FPS, a minimum of 21 FPS, and a maximum of 28 FPS. This indicates that even the most demanding settings at 4K cannot sustain a smooth experience.

Moving down to 2560x1440, the performance improves but still falls short of the 60 FPS threshold that defines playability in this analysis. The Low preset delivers an average of 53 FPS, which is the closest this resolution gets to smooth gameplay. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS, with frame times ranging from a minimum of 35 FPS to a maximum of 48 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 38 FPS, while the Ultra preset falls to 24 FPS. None of these averages reach the 60 FPS mark, making 1440p a challenging resolution for this hardware combination in Greedfall.

At 1920x1080, the configuration finally finds its footing. The Low preset delivers an average of 76 FPS, comfortably exceeding the playability threshold. The Medium preset achieves an average of exactly 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS, which is the sweet spot for this system. The High preset averages 54 FPS, just below the 60 FPS target, while the Ultra preset only manages 35 FPS. The data shows a steep performance cliff between Medium and High, indicating that the graphics card's resource limits are hit quickly as settings increase.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the recorded data shows no playable settings. The best average FPS at this resolution is 31 on the Low preset, which still falls far below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The verdict data confirms this, listing no playable settings for 4K. Users should avoid this resolution entirely for Greedfall with this hardware, as even the lowest settings produce a stuttery experience.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar but slightly less severe. The best average FPS is 53 on the Low preset, which is still 7 FPS short of the playability threshold. The verdict data also lists no playable settings for 1440p. While the Low preset is technically the most performant option, it does not meet the standard for a playable experience, so 1440p should be considered off-limits for this configuration.

At 1920x1080, the optimal choice is the Medium preset, which achieves an average of exactly 60 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold, making it the recommended setting for a balance of visual quality and performance. The Low preset is also playable with a higher average of 76 FPS, but the Medium preset offers a better visual experience while still hitting the target frame rate. The High preset falls short at 54 FPS, so it is not a viable option for maintaining smooth gameplay.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Comparing the CPU and GPU to their nearest rivals provides context for where this hardware sits in the performance spectrum. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24964, a delta of 0.2 percent. The Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24935, a 0.3 percent difference, and the Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911, a 0.4 percent difference. On the higher end, the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103, which is 0.4 percent faster. These deltas are minimal, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver essentially identical CPU-bound performance in Greedfall.

The Intel Arc B370, however, tells a different story. Its average benchmark score is 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all legacy or low-power parts: the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, a -0.2 percent delta, the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, a -0.5 percent delta, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, a -0.7 percent delta. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4 percent slower. This grouping shows that the Arc B370 performs in the same class as these older graphics solutions, which explains why Greedfall frame rates are so limited. Users coming from any of these rival GPUs would see nearly identical performance.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Greedfall has a straightforward answer: it can run the game at 1080p with specific settings, but not at higher resolutions. At 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: there are no playable settings, and the best average FPS is 31 on Low, which is far from acceptable. At 2560x1440, the result is the same, with no playable settings and a best average of 53 FPS on Low. The 1080p resolution is the only viable option, where both Low and Medium presets clear the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 60 FPS, while Low runs at 76 FPS. The High and Ultra presets at 1080p do not meet the threshold, averaging 54 and 35 FPS respectively. This system is a 1080p Medium machine for Greedfall, nothing more. The combination ranks 3416 out of 3703 tested combos for this game, placing it in the lower tier of all possible hardware pairings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the Intel Arc B370 in Greedfall is heavily skewed toward the GPU, but the CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions. The Ryzen 5 8400F, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20851 and a single-core score of 2943, is a capable processor that sits in the 77th percentile. Its 3DMark max threads score of 6165 and 16 threads score of 6091 shows strong multi-threaded performance. This level of CPU performance is well beyond what Greedfall requires, as the game was released in 2019 and is not particularly demanding on CPU resources.

The GPU, however, is the limiting factor at every resolution. The Arc B370 has a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s, with 1280 shading units. These specifications cap the graphics card's ability to render frames, and the recorded FPS data reflects those limits at each resolution. At 4K, the pixel throughput is insufficient, resulting in averages between 14 and 31 FPS. At 1440p, the lower pixel count helps, but the averages still top out at 53 FPS on Low. At 1080p, the reduced resolution finally allows the GPU to deliver playable frame rates.

The scaling between resolutions reveals the GPU bottleneck. Moving from 1080p Low at 76 FPS to 1440p Low at 53 FPS is a 30 percent drop, and further to 4K Low at 31 FPS is another 41 percent drop. This steep scaling is characteristic of a GPU that is saturated even at lower resolutions. The CPU, by contrast, has ample headroom. If a more powerful GPU were paired with the Ryzen 5 8400F, the frame rates would likely be much higher, as the CPU would not be a constraint. In this configuration, the GPU is the sole determinant of playability, and the CPU's role is to ensure the GPU is not starved of data, which it does effortlessly.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this PC in Greedfall?

A: The best combination is 1920x1080 with the Medium preset, which achieves an average of 60 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 1440p?

A: No. The recorded data shows no playable settings at 2560x1440, with the best average FPS being 53 on the Low preset. This is below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its closest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, a 0.2 percent difference. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, a 0.5 percent difference, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, a 0.7 percent difference.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Ryzen 5 8400F and the Ryzen 5 7500F?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, while the Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24964. This is a 0.2 percent difference, meaning they perform nearly identically.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 4K with the Medium preset?

A: At 3840x2160 with the Medium preset, the average FPS is 25, with a minimum of 21 FPS and a maximum of 28 FPS. This is not playable by the 60 FPS standard.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 1080p. The Arc B370's performance caps the frame rates, as shown by the steep drop from Medium to High settings, while the Ryzen 5 8400F has ample performance headroom.