Greedfall

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the Intel Arc B580 presents a specific performance profile in Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG. The combination of a budget-oriented quad-core processor with a modern discrete GPU yields a system that is capable of smooth gameplay at most resolutions, but with clear limitations at the highest settings. The data shows a system that is well-balanced at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K gaming demands significant settings compromises to maintain playable frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on aggregate benchmark scores, the Intel Core i3-12100F sits at the 68th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13494. Its nearest rivals in terms of overall processing power include the Intel Core 3 N355, which scores 13492 (a 0% difference), and the Intel Core i5-9500, which scores 13452 (0.3% behind). The Intel Core 5 120UL is slightly ahead at 13594 (-0.7% delta), and the Intel Core i7-1250U trails at 13351 (1.1% behind). This indicates that for CPU-bound tasks, the i3-12100F performs nearly identically to these alternatives, making any of them suitable substitutes in a gaming build without expecting significant changes in frame rates.

On the graphics side, the Intel Arc B580 also ranks at the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23021. Its performance envelope is closely matched by several other cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, a negligible -0.2% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, placing it 0.6% behind the Arc B580. Conversely, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, which is -0.7% relative to the Arc B580, indicating the Arc B580 is actually slightly ahead. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, a -1% delta. For practical purposes, a system with an RTX 2080 or RTX 3080 would deliver nearly identical performance in Greedfall as the Arc B580, assuming the CPU remains the same.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance of load shifts between the CPU and GPU across different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is clearly GPU-limited at higher settings, but the CPU has enough headroom. Moving from Low to Ultra settings at 1080p, the average frame rate drops from 146.9 FPS to 66.2 FPS. This steep decline is almost entirely due to increased graphical load. However, at Low settings, the 146.9 FPS result suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at a very high rate, and the frame rate is likely constrained by the GPU’s maximum output.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck. The average frame rate at Low settings drops to 102.9 FPS, which is a 30% reduction compared to the 1080p Low result. This scaling is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth become the limiting factors. The CPU’s role diminishes further at 4K, where even the Low preset yields 60.4 FPS. At 3840x2160, the gap between Low and Medium settings is 60.4 FPS versus 44.7 FPS, a 26% performance hit, while the jump from Medium to High is smaller (44.7 to 41.4 FPS), indicating that the GPU is saturated and additional detail settings have less impact on the overall frame rate. In this configuration, the i3-12100F is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the Arc B580 at every resolution tested, with the GPU being the primary determinant of performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data provides clear guidance for achieving at least 60 FPS average at each resolution. At 3840x2160, the only preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold is Low, which delivers an average of 60.4 FPS. The Medium preset falls short at 44.7 FPS, so users at 4K must settle for Low settings to maintain smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the system has more headroom. The High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, achieving an average of 70.9 FPS. Lower presets are also playable, with Medium at 80.3 FPS and Low at 102.9 FPS, but High offers the best visual quality while still providing a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.

For 1920x1080, the system is powerful enough to run the game at its maximum visual fidelity. The Ultra preset averages 66.2 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the best settings choice for 1080p gamers, as it provides the highest image quality without sacrificing playability. Lower presets yield even higher frame rates, with High at 102.7 FPS, Medium at 116.7 FPS, and Low at 146.9 FPS, but they are unnecessary for achieving a smooth experience at this resolution.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, but only at Low settings. The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with the Low preset is 60.4 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. All higher presets (Medium at 44.7 FPS, High at 41.4 FPS, and Ultra at 27.3 FPS) fall below the threshold.

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

A: The High preset is the most demanding option that maintains an average of 70.9 FPS at 2560x1440. This provides a good balance of visual quality and performance, with a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck. The i3-12100F’s performance is sufficient to avoid holding back the Arc B580, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling with resolution changes. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 146.9 FPS, and the frame rates decrease consistently as resolution and settings increase, a pattern typical of GPU-bound workloads.

Q: How does the Arc B580 compare to an RTX 2080?

A: Based on aggregate benchmark scores, the Arc B580 (23021) is slightly ahead of the RTX 2080 (22895) by 0.6%. In practical terms, their performance in Greedfall would be nearly indistinguishable.

Q: What is the highest frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 146.9 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This represents the maximum output of the system when graphical load is minimized.

Q: Is the 1080p Ultra preset playable?

A: Yes, it is. The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 yields an average of 66.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the recommended setting for 1080p as it offers the best visual quality while remaining smooth.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the average frame rates recorded for the Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Arc B580 combination in Greedfall.

At 3840x2160, the performance is limited. The Low preset averages 60.4 FPS. Medium drops to 44.7 FPS, and High further reduces to 41.4 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, yielding only 27.3 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the system shows stronger results. The Low preset averages 102.9 FPS. Medium increases to 80.3 FPS, and High reaches 70.9 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 43.3 FPS, making it unplayable at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the system performs best. The Low preset achieves 146.9 FPS. Medium averages 116.7 FPS, and High reaches 102.7 FPS. The Ultra preset is still playable at 66.2 FPS. Across all resolutions, the frame rate scales predictably with settings, showing a clear drop when transitioning from High to Ultra, which is often the most demanding preset.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of hardware ranks 2839 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems. While it is not near the top of the ranking, it is also not among the bottom performers. The rank reflects the balance of the i3-12100F and Arc B580, which is capable of exceeding the 60 FPS threshold at 1080p and 1440p with appropriate settings, but struggles at 4K. The system’s overall percentile ranking of 68 for both the CPU and GPU suggests that this is a mid-range setup, and its position in the game-specific ranking is consistent with that assessment. The data indicates that many other combinations will outperform it, but a significant number will also deliver lower frame rates.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Arc B580 can run Greedfall, but the experience varies greatly depending on the resolution and quality preset. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable of running the game at Ultra settings, which is the highest quality preset, with an average of 66.2 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for this combo, as it provides the best visual experience while remaining above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable at High settings, achieving an average of 70.9 FPS. This is a solid result, offering a good balance of fidelity and smoothness. However, the Ultra preset is not viable at this resolution, as it drops to 43.3 FPS.

At 3840x2160, 4K gaming is only possible at the lowest settings. The Low preset averages 60.4 FPS, which is playable, but the visual quality is significantly reduced. All other presets fail to reach the 60 FPS target. Therefore, this PC is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver a smooth and enjoyable experience with high visual settings. For 4K, users must be willing to compromise heavily on visual fidelity to maintain playability. The data confirms that this is a capable mid-range system for Greedfall, with clear strengths at lower resolutions and distinct limitations at higher ones.