Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Greedfall, but the data shows that the game becomes significantly more demanding at 4K. The measured results indicate that this combo is highly capable at lower resolutions, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of 60 FPS or higher is Ultra, which achieves an average of 69.6 FPS. This is a clear indicator that the CPU-GPU pairing has ample headroom at this resolution, allowing for the maximum visual fidelity preset to remain comfortably above the playable threshold.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the best playable setting is High, delivering an average of 74.3 FPS. While the Ultra preset dips to 45.5 FPS, the High preset offers a substantial performance buffer, making it the optimal choice for a smooth experience at this resolution without sacrificing too much visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the situation tightens considerably. The only preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold is Low, with an average of 62.6 FPS. The High preset falls to 44.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 26.5 FPS, indicating that this combo is not suited for maximum settings at 4K resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the performance spread between presets is relatively narrow, with Low at 146.4 FPS and Ultra at 69.6 FPS. This suggests that the CPU is playing a more significant role in determining the frame rate, as the GPU is not being pushed to its limit at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the scaling shows the GPU beginning to take on a heavier load. The gap between Low (100.4 FPS) and Ultra (45.5 FPS) widens, indicating that the graphics card is becoming the primary performance limiter. The 74.3 FPS achieved at High settings represents a balanced point where the GPU is still able to keep pace with the CPU's output.

The 3840x2160 results confirm a GPU-bound scenario. The difference between Low (62.6 FPS) and Ultra (26.5 FPS) is dramatic, showing that the Arc B580's rendering capabilities are the dominant factor. The CPU's performance headroom becomes largely irrelevant at this resolution, as the GPU is clearly saturated by the pixel workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: Average 146.4 FPS
• Medium: Average 113.9 FPS
• High: Average 103.3 FPS
• Ultra: Average 69.6 FPS

The 1080p results show excellent scalability, with a 76.8 FPS difference between Low and Ultra. The step from High to Ultra is the most pronounced, representing a 33.7 FPS drop, which suggests that the Ultra preset introduces particularly heavy effects that tax the GPU.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average 100.4 FPS
• Medium: Average 81.9 FPS
• High: Average 74.3 FPS
• Ultra: Average 45.5 FPS

At 1440p, the performance curve steepens. The transition from High to Ultra is severe, with a 28.8 FPS reduction. This pattern indicates that the Ultra preset's additional visual features have a disproportionate performance cost at this resolution, making High the practical ceiling for smooth gameplay.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average 62.6 FPS
• Medium: Average 46.8 FPS
• High: Average 44.6 FPS
• Ultra: Average 26.5 FPS

The 4K data shows that only the Low preset manages to stay above 60 FPS. The Medium and High presets deliver nearly identical performance, suggesting that the GPU is hitting a hard computational limit. The Ultra preset's 26.5 FPS average is a clear indication that this combo is not intended for maximum settings at this resolution.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can run Greedfall effectively, but the playable settings vary significantly by resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at all four presets, including Ultra at 69.6 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for this combo, providing full flexibility to choose any settings.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is positive but with a caveat. The High preset achieves 74.3 FPS, making it the best playable option. Low and Medium also clear 60 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 45.5 FPS, meaning users at this resolution must avoid maximum settings.

For 3840x2160, the system is only marginally playable. The Low preset averages 62.6 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets fail to reach this mark, so 4K gaming requires significant compromises in visual quality to maintain smooth performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Intel Core i9-14901E shows an average score of 37911, a 0.1% difference from the 9700X's 37943. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is similarly close at 37904, also within 0.1%. The Intel Core 5 211E trails slightly with a 0.3% gap, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is 0.4% behind. These processors would all exhibit very similar gameplay characteristics in Greedfall, as the differences in synthetic benchmarks are negligible.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP has an average score of 23061, which is 0.2% lower than the Arc B580's 23021. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% deficit, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is 0.7% ahead with 23172. The NVIDIA P106-100 leads the group by 1% with 23249. The RTX 3080's higher score suggests it might offer slightly better frame rates in GPU-bound scenarios at 4K, but the differences are minimal in practice.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested configurations, this AMD Ryzen 7 9700X + Intel Arc B580 combination ranks 2786th out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This position places it in the lower-middle tier of all configurations, indicating that while it is capable of running the game at 1080p and 1440p, many other hardware combinations offer superior performance, particularly at higher resolutions.

The ranking reflects the GPU's mid-range positioning rather than a CPU limitation. The 9700X's strong synthetic scores (86th percentile among all CPUs) suggest that the processor is not the bottleneck in this pairing. The Arc B580's 68th percentile ranking among GPUs better explains the overall combo's position, as the graphics card is the limiting factor in demanding scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum settings preset that achieves 60 FPS or higher at 1920x1080?

A: The Ultra preset achieves an average of 69.6 FPS at 1920x1080, making it the most demanding setting that clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which averages 62.6 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fail to reach 60 FPS, with averages of 46.8, 44.6, and 26.5 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080?

A: The Arc B580 has an average benchmark score of 23021, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 2080's 22895. This indicates very similar overall performance levels.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the best playable option at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 74.3 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 45.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor, particularly at higher resolutions. The CPU ranks in the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 68th percentile, indicating the graphics card is the weaker component.

Q: How many total configurations have been tested for this game?

A: The database contains 3703 tested configurations for Greedfall, with this specific combo ranking 2786th in overall performance.