Greedfall

The Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Arc B570 combination lands at rank 2979 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall, placing it in the lower half of the database. This pairing of a 4-core Alder Lake processor with Intel's Battlemage-class GPU produces playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the data shows a hard wall at 4K where no settings preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The measured results indicate a system that can handle the game comfortably at mainstream resolutions, provided the user selects appropriate quality levels.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's position at 2979 out of 3703 tested configurations places it in the 20th percentile of all tested pairings for Greedfall. This is a modest result, reflecting the entry-level nature of the Core i3-12100F (68th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13494) paired with the Arc B570 (65th percentile among all GPUs, average score 20556). The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355 with a delta of 0%, the Intel Core i5-9500 at 0.3% ahead, and the Intel Core 5 120UL at 0.7% behind — all essentially tied in synthetic performance. On the GPU side, the Arc B570 sits within 0.5% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and the Intel Arc A750 (0.1% and -0.1% delta respectively), indicating that its raw compute power is competitive with those mid-range parts.

The ranking disparity between the synthetic benchmarks and the in-game performance is notable. While the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2649 and Passmark G3D score of 14195 suggest capable hardware, the game's frame rates at 4K Ultra (24 FPS average) reveal that this title is demanding at higher resolutions. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11860 and single-core score of 1674 provide adequate processing headroom, but the 4-core/8-thread configuration appears to be a limiting factor in the most demanding scenarios. The overall ranking suggests that while this combo is far from the top tier, it is not a bottom-feeder either — it sits in a zone where careful settings management yields playable results at 1080p and 1440p.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS or above is High, delivering an average of 92 FPS. The data shows that Low hits 130 FPS average, Medium produces 102 FPS, and Ultra falls just short at 59 FPS average — technically below the playable threshold. The 1080p High setting provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target, with the Medium preset offering even more headroom at 102 FPS average.

For 2560x1440, the best playable settings are also High, with an average of 64 FPS. This is a much tighter margin — the minimum recorded at Medium is 60 FPS, and the average at High is only 4 FPS above the threshold. Low runs at 90 FPS average and Medium at 71 FPS, while Ultra drops to 41 FPS. The verdict data confirms that High is the optimal choice at this resolution, balancing visual quality with playability.

At 3840x2160, no settings preset achieves 60 FPS. The closest is Low at 54 FPS average, followed by Medium at 42 FPS, High at 38 FPS, and Ultra at 24 FPS. The verdictByResolution field lists no playable settings for 4K, meaning users must either accept sub-60 FPS performance or lower the resolution. For 1080p and 1440p, the High preset is the clear recommendation — it delivers the best visual quality while staying above the playable threshold, with 92 FPS and 64 FPS averages respectively.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role relative to the GPU, as lower resolution reduces the GPU's workload. The difference between Low (130 FPS) and Ultra (59 FPS) at 1080p is 71 FPS, showing that the graphics settings have a substantial impact on frame rates. However, the fact that Ultra drops below 60 FPS at 1080p — while High stays at 92 FPS — indicates that the GPU is still the primary bottleneck at the highest settings even at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU's influence becomes more pronounced. The average FPS drops from 130 to 90 at Low (a 31% reduction), and from 92 to 64 at High (a 30% reduction) compared to 1080p. This scaling pattern suggests that the Arc B570 is increasingly stressed as pixel count rises. At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant limiting factor: even at Low settings, the average FPS is only 54, and the gap between Low and Ultra (54 vs 24 FPS) represents a 56% performance difference. The CPU's role diminishes at higher resolutions, as the GPU can no longer feed frames fast enough to expose CPU limitations.

The data also shows that the CPU can maintain playable performance at 1440p High (64 FPS average) but not at 4K any settings. This indicates that the i3-12100F's 4 cores and 8 threads are sufficient for Greedfall at mainstream resolutions, but the GPU's 10 GB of GDDR6 memory and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K rendering. The minimum FPS figures at 1440p Medium (60 FPS) and 1080p Medium (87 FPS) suggest that frame pacing remains consistent when the GPU is not fully saturated, further supporting the conclusion that the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 60 FPS on a 1080p monitor?

A: Yes, at High settings the average FPS is 92, and at Medium it is 102. Ultra settings fall slightly short at 59 FPS average, so High is the recommended preset for a 1080p display.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The High preset delivers an average of 64 FPS, which is the highest quality setting that stays above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Low runs at 90 FPS and Medium at 71 FPS, but High offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: No, none of the tested settings presets at 3840x2160 reach 60 FPS. The closest is Low at 54 FPS average, followed by Medium at 42 FPS, High at 38 FPS, and Ultra at 24 FPS. Users seeking 4K should consider lowering the resolution.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to similar GPUs in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 places it within 0.1% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile and 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750. Its Passmark G3D score is 14195, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2649.

Q: Is the Core i3-12100F a bottleneck for this game?

A: The CPU's performance appears sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, as frame rates scale consistently with resolution changes. However, the 4-core/8-thread configuration may limit performance in CPU-intensive scenes, though the data does not isolate this factor separately from GPU limitations.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The average FPS at 1440p Medium is 71, with a minimum of 60 and a maximum of 81. This provides a stable experience above the playable threshold, with the minimum matching the 60 FPS target exactly.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160 (4K):

• Ultra: 24 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• High: 38 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: 42 FPS average, 36 FPS minimum, 48 FPS maximum
• Low: 54 FPS average (no min/max recorded)

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Ultra: 41 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• High: 64 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: 71 FPS average, 60 FPS minimum, 81 FPS maximum
• Low: 90 FPS average (no min/max recorded)

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Ultra: 59 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• High: 92 FPS average (no min/max recorded)
• Medium: 102 FPS average, 87 FPS minimum, 117 FPS maximum
• Low: 130 FPS average (no min/max recorded)

The measured data only includes min/max values for the Medium preset at each resolution. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 36 FPS and maximum of 48 FPS show a 12 FPS spread, indicating some frame time variance. At 1440p Medium, the minimum exactly hits 60 FPS with a maximum of 81 FPS, suggesting consistent performance. At 1080p Medium, the 87-117 FPS range demonstrates smooth frame delivery. The absence of min/max data for other presets means only average FPS can be compared across the full settings range.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this PC can run Greedfall at playable frame rates for 1080p and 1440p, but not at 4K. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 92 FPS average, with Medium at 102 FPS and Low at 130 FPS — all well above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra just misses at 59 FPS, but the other three presets provide ample performance. The verdictByResolution data confirms that High is the best playable setting at 1080p, achieving 92 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable on High (64 FPS average), Medium (71 FPS), and Low (90 FPS). The High preset is the most demanding option that clears 60 FPS, though the margin is slim — only 4 FPS above the threshold. For users who prioritize frame rate stability, Medium offers a safer 71 FPS average with a documented minimum of 60 FPS. Ultra at 1440p drops to 41 FPS, which is not recommended for playable performance.

At 3840x2160, no settings preset achieves the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best result is Low at 54 FPS average, which is below the target but could be acceptable for less demanding players. Medium (42 FPS), High (38 FPS), and Ultra (24 FPS) all fall significantly short. The verdictByResolution field lists zero playable settings for 4K, confirming that this resolution is not viable with this hardware. For the best experience, users should stick to 1080p High or 1440p High — both provide solid frame rates above 60 FPS with reasonable visual quality.