Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Greedfall, but it falls short of the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. This pairing places the CPU as a top-tier performer while the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, making it a practical choice for gamers targeting high refresh rates at 1440p or below.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X with the Intel Arc B570 ranks 2979 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. That places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which might seem surprising given the hardware involved. The ranking reflects the GPU's position in the performance hierarchy more than the CPU's, since Greedfall's frame rates at higher resolutions are heavily dependent on graphics horsepower.

The CPU itself sits in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 57498. That places it well above most desktop processors currently on the market. The GPU, however, sits in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20556. This gap between CPU and GPU percentiles explains why the combo ranks where it does — the processor is capable of feeding far more powerful graphics cards without bottlenecking, but the Arc B570 caps the overall frame rate.

Looking at the measured FPS data, the combo produces 130 FPS at 1080p Low, which is excellent for a game from 2019. At 1080p Ultra, it drops to 59 FPS, just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The trend continues at 1440p, where High settings yield 64 FPS but Ultra drops to 41 FPS. At 4K, even Low settings only manage 54 FPS, and Ultra falls to 24 FPS. This pattern shows a system that is playable at 1080p and 1440p with reasonable settings, but not at 4K.

The rank of 2979 out of 3703 means roughly 80% of tested combos perform better in Greedfall. That is not a flattering position, but it is important to note that many of those combos likely include much stronger GPUs paired with weaker CPUs. The data indicates the Arc B570 is the binding constraint here, not the Ryzen 9 9900X.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 9 9900X show that its average benchmark score of 57498 sits very close to several server and desktop processors. The AMD EPYC 9015 scores 57555, which is only 0.1% higher, while the AMD EPYC 7313 scores 57399, a 0.2% difference. The Intel Core i9-14900 scores 58115, putting it 1.1% ahead, and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M scores 58323, 1.4% ahead. These deltas are all within a couple of percentage points, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Greedfall when paired with the same GPU.

For the Intel Arc B570, the nearest rivals are equally close. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, just 0.1% behind the Arc B570's 20556. The Intel Arc A750 scores 20582, which is 0.1% ahead. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480, 0.4% behind, and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662, 0.5% ahead. These are all within half a percent of each other, so swapping the Arc B570 for any of these GPUs would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Greedfall.

What this means in practice is that if you already own any of those rival GPUs, upgrading to the Arc B570 would not change your experience in this game. Conversely, if you are considering the Ryzen 9 9900X for this build, the EPYC 9015, EPYC 7313, Core i9-14900, or Xeon Platinum 8260M would all behave essentially the same in Greedfall. The choice between them comes down to other factors like platform features, power delivery, or availability — not gaming performance in this specific title.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Ryzen 9 9900X and the Arc B570 becomes clear when examining how frame rates scale with resolution. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 130 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 90 FPS, a 31% reduction. At 4K Low, it falls to 54 FPS, another 40% reduction. This steep scaling with resolution indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck once you move past 1080p.

The CPU's strength shows in the 1080p results. At 1080p Low, the system hits 130 FPS, which is well above what most CPUs could sustain in a 2019 Action RPG. The 12-core, 24-thread Ryzen 9 9900X with a 5.60 GHz boost clock is clearly not limiting frame rates at this resolution. Even at 1080p Ultra, the combo manages 59 FPS, which is just barely below the 60 FPS threshold — again suggesting the GPU is the limiting factor, since a more powerful GPU would likely push that over 60.

The scaling between presets at the same resolution reinforces this. At 1440p, the difference between Low and Medium is 90 to 71 FPS, and Medium to High is 71 to 64 FPS. The step from High to Ultra is more dramatic, dropping to 41 FPS. This nonlinear drop at Ultra settings is typical of GPU-bound scenarios where the most demanding effects tax the graphics card heavily. The CPU has little involvement in these preset changes beyond draw call handling, which the Ryzen 9 9900X handles with ease.

At 4K, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. Low settings produce 54 FPS, Medium drops to 42 FPS, High to 38 FPS, and Ultra to 24 FPS. The CPU's role at 4K is minimal because the Arc B570 cannot render enough frames to stress the processor. The data suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield significant gains at 4K, while upgrading the CPU would produce almost no improvement in this game.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Greedfall? Yes, but with important caveats based on resolution. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers playable performance on High, Medium, and Low settings. The best playable setting is High, which produces an average of 92 FPS, well above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium runs at 102 FPS and Low at 130 FPS, both excellent. Ultra falls just short at 59 FPS, so it is not officially playable by the 60 FPS standard.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar but with lower headroom. High settings average 64 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS bar. Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS, and Low averages 90 FPS. Ultra drops to 41 FPS, far below playable. The best setting here is High at 64 FPS, which is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes.

At 3840x2160, no settings are playable. Low averages 54 FPS, Medium 42 FPS, High 38 FPS, and Ultra 24 FPS. All fall below the 60 FPS threshold. If you own a 4K monitor, this combo will not deliver a smooth experience in Greedfall at any preset. The verdict is clear: use this system at 1080p or 1440p, and avoid 4K for this game.

The measured FPS data confirms these conclusions. The 1440p Medium result shows a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS, indicating stable performance within the playable range. The 1080p Medium result shows a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS, which is very consistent. These minimum frame rates matter for a game like Greedfall, where combat and exploration can cause sudden load spikes.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X overkill for the Intel Arc B570 in Greedfall?

A: The data suggests yes for this game. The CPU sits in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 65th percentile. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 130 FPS, but at 4K Low it drops to 54 FPS. This indicates the GPU limits performance at higher resolutions, while the CPU has plenty of headroom remaining.

Q: Can this combo run Greedfall at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: No. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 59, just below the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 41 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 24 FPS. The best playable setting at 1080p is High at 92 FPS, not Ultra.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to the Intel Arc A750 in this game?

A: The two GPUs are nearly identical in overall performance. The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, while the Arc A750 scores 20582, a difference of only 0.1%. In Greedfall, you would expect essentially the same frame rates from either card when paired with the same CPU.

Q: What resolution should I use for the best experience with this combo?

A: Based on the verdict data, 1920x1080 with High settings gives the best combination of quality and performance at 92 FPS. If you prefer 1440p, High settings still work at 64 FPS, but you have less margin. Avoid 4K entirely, as no settings reach 60 FPS.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 9900X competitive with other high-end CPUs for this game?

A: Yes. The nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i9-14900, score within 1.4% of the Ryzen 9 9900X in average benchmarks. The Core i9-14900 is 1.1% ahead, which would not produce a noticeable difference in Greedfall frame rates.

Q: Does the Arc B570's 10 GB memory capacity matter for Greedfall?

A: The game was released in 2019, and the measured performance at 4K Ultra is 24 FPS, which is far below playable. The memory capacity is not the limiting factor at that resolution; the GPU's overall compute performance is insufficient. At 1080p and 1440p, the memory size is adequate for the playable settings identified.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 92 FPS. Medium runs at 102 FPS and Low at 130 FPS, but High offers the best visual quality while still providing nearly 50% more headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra at 59 FPS is technically below the bar, so High is the recommended choice.

For 2560x1440, High is again the best playable preset, averaging 64 FPS. Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS, which is also playable but slightly less demanding visually. Low runs at 90 FPS but looks noticeably worse. High provides the best balance, with 64 FPS leaving only 4 FPS of headroom over the threshold — acceptable but worth monitoring during intense scenes.

For 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS. Low averages 54 FPS, Medium 42 FPS, High 38 FPS, and Ultra 24 FPS. If you must run at 4K, Low is the only option that comes close to playable, but it still falls short. The data indicates this resolution is not viable for this combo in Greedfall, so consider lowering the resolution or upgrading the GPU before attempting 4K.

The measured FPS ranges provide additional context. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 87 FPS and the maximum is 117 FPS, showing tight frame pacing. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 60 FPS and the maximum is 81 FPS, which means the game occasionally touches the playable threshold exactly but does not drop below it. These ranges suggest that High settings at 1080p and 1440p will maintain smooth gameplay without significant stuttering, based on the data for the adjacent Medium preset.