Greedfall

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a wide performance envelope in Greedfall, scaling from a locked 60 FPS experience at 4K to a high-refresh-rate powerhouse at 1080p. The measured data shows this pairing is capable of running the game smoothly at every resolution, though the settings ceiling varies dramatically depending on your display. Benchmark results indicate that the RTX 5060 is the primary driver of performance, with the i5-13400F providing ample headroom to avoid bottlenecks even at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5060 and i5-13400F combination produces excellent frame rates across all presets. The Low preset delivers an average of 192.2 FPS, which is more than triple the 60 FPS playability threshold and ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 151.2 FPS, still a substantial figure that leaves significant headroom for competitive or fast-paced play. The High preset maintains an average of 135.9 FPS, showing only a modest 10.1% decrease from Medium despite the increased graphical fidelity. At Ultra, the average falls to 85.7 FPS, which remains comfortably above 60 FPS and provides a smooth experience with maximum visual quality.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance scaling remains predictable. The Low preset averages 134.9 FPS, which is a 29.8% reduction compared to the same preset at 1080p, demonstrating the increased pixel workload. Medium delivers 104.6 FPS, while High reaches 96.9 FPS — a relatively small 7.4% gap between these two presets. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces an average of 62.8 FPS, narrowly clearing the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding configuration that remains playable at this resolution, with a 34.7% drop from High to Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the demands of 4K resolution significantly impact performance. The Low preset averages 76.6 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 43.2% decrease from the 1080p Low result. Medium averages 60.2 FPS, landing just above the 60 FPS playability line. High drops to 57.1 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold and would result in noticeable stutter during intense combat sequences. The Ultra preset at 4K manages only 39.2 FPS, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The scaling from Medium to Ultra at 4K shows a steep 34.9% performance penalty, indicating that the GPU is heavily taxed at this resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the dominant performance factor in Greedfall, with the Intel Core i5-13400F providing sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The evidence for this lies in the consistent FPS scaling across resolutions. When moving from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS across all presets drops by roughly 25-30%, and from 1440p to 4K, the drop is another 35-40%. This pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering workload increases with pixel count while the CPU workload remains relatively constant.

At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra presets is 106.5 FPS (from 192.2 down to 85.7), which is a substantial range that clearly demonstrates the GPU's sensitivity to graphical settings. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would cluster more tightly across presets, as the processor would cap the frame rate regardless of the GPU load. The fact that Ultra at 1080p still reaches 85.7 FPS shows the RTX 5060 has significant headroom even at high settings.

The RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for Greedfall's requirements at all tested resolutions. The GPU's 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 299.6 GTexel/s texture rate scale well with the game's visual complexity. The i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, provides strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604) that easily handles the game's simulation and AI workloads. Its single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3191) ensures that the game's main thread does not become a constraint, even when frame rates are high.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Medium, which achieves an average of 60.2 FPS. This is a marginal pass over the playability threshold, and the data suggests that High settings at 57.1 FPS would be borderline playable but risk frequent drops below 60 FPS during busy scenes. Low settings at 4K average 76.6 FPS, providing a more comfortable margin for players who prioritize frame rate stability over visual fidelity.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is playable with an average of 62.8 FPS, making it the best choice for players who want maximum visual quality at this resolution. The 62.8 FPS average provides a small buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, though players with variable refresh rate monitors will have an easier time with any minor fluctuations. High settings at 1440p offer a more comfortable 96.9 FPS average, which is a 54.3% improvement over Ultra and may be preferable for those who want smoother motion.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are the clear choice, delivering 85.7 FPS on average. This is more than 40% above the 60 FPS threshold and provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. For players with 144 Hz or higher refresh rate displays, the Medium preset at 151.2 FPS or Low at 192.2 FPS would be more appropriate, as they leverage the GPU's headroom to produce extremely high frame rates. The data shows that even at Ultra, the 1080p experience is smooth and responsive.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 4K with High settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 57.1 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 60.2 FPS, making it the highest playable setting at this resolution.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for maximum visual quality?

A: The highest visual quality that maintains 60 FPS is at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, which averages 62.8 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings also work well, averaging 85.7 FPS, providing both high fidelity and a large frame rate buffer.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: The performance penalty varies by preset. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 192.2 at 1080p to 134.9 at 1440p, a 29.8% reduction. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 85.7 to 62.8 FPS, a 26.7% reduction.

Q: Is the i5-13400F or the RTX 5060 the limiting factor in this game?

A: The RTX 5060 is the limiting factor. The FPS scales consistently with resolution and settings, which is typical of GPU-bound performance. The i5-13400F's strong multi-threaded and single-threaded benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core 22604, single-core 3191) indicate it has sufficient headroom.

Q: Is the Low preset at 4K a good option?

A: Yes, for players who prioritize frame rate, the Low preset at 4K averages 76.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This provides a stable and responsive experience, though with reduced visual detail compared to Medium settings.

Q: What kind of frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average is 151.2 FPS. This is an excellent result for high-refresh-rate displays, offering a very smooth experience with a good balance of visual quality and performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-13400F's nearest performance rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and AMD Ryzen 7 6800H, both with a 0% deltaPct, meaning they perform nearly identically. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are also close, with a -0.3% deltaPct, indicating they are just slightly slower. For Greedfall, any of these CPUs would provide similar gameplay performance, as the game is primarily GPU-bound with this graphics card.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5060's nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550, both with a -0.3% deltaPct, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary with a -0.8% deltaPct. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is slightly faster, with a 1.2% deltaPct. In practical terms, these GPUs would produce very similar frame rates in Greedfall — a difference of 1% or less is imperceptible in real-world gameplay. Players with the RX 6750 XT could expect marginally higher FPS, while those with the 860M or MX550 would see nearly identical results.

The combination of a rival CPU from the 6900HS/6800H class with a rival GPU from the RX 6750 XT class would yield a system with essentially the same performance profile as the i5-13400F + RTX 5060. The data shows that all of these alternatives cluster within a 2% performance band, making them interchangeable for this specific game title.

The Verdict

This PC configuration can run Greedfall successfully at all three tested resolutions, with the caveat that 4K requires a reduction in visual settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, with Ultra settings delivering a strong 85.7 FPS average. This is the resolution where the hardware shines, offering a wide range of options from high-refresh-rate play at Low (192.2 FPS) to maximum fidelity at Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. Every preset, including Ultra, maintains at least 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 62.8 FPS. This makes 1440p a sweet spot for this hardware, as it allows for maximum visual quality while still hitting the playability target. The High preset at 96.9 FPS is an attractive alternative for players who want more headroom.

At 3840x2160, the system is only partially playable. The Medium preset averages 60.2 FPS, which is just above the threshold, and Low averages 76.6 FPS. High and Ultra presets fall below the 60 FPS line at 57.1 and 39.2 FPS respectively, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The verdict for 4K is that the hardware can handle the game, but only with settings reduced to Medium or below. For the best overall experience, 1440p with Ultra settings provides the optimal balance of visual quality and performance, while 1080p is the choice for players who prioritize frame rates above all else.