Greedfall

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is an unusual but potent combination for Greedfall. The data shows this is a system with massive headroom, where the GPU is so strong that even at 4K Ultra settings, the game runs well above the 60 FPS playability threshold. This pairing effectively eliminates resolution or settings as a bottleneck for this 2019 Action RPG, delivering a smooth experience across the board.

Best Settings per Resolution

Benchmark results indicate that this combo can handle the most demanding preset at every tested resolution while maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data shows no need to compromise on visual fidelity.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The Ultra preset is fully playable, with an average frame rate of 67.2 FPS. This is the most demanding option, and it still clears the 60 FPS line with room to spare. For players prioritizing maximum visual quality on a 4K display, this is the setting to use.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): The Ultra preset is the clear choice, delivering an average of 117.7 FPS. This provides a high-refresh-rate experience at a lower resolution, making it ideal for faster-paced moments in combat or exploration.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): The Ultra preset runs at an average of 167 FPS. This is exceptionally high and will easily saturate a 144Hz or even a 165Hz monitor, ensuring the most fluid possible gameplay.

The verdict is straightforward: at all three resolutions, the "best" setting is simply the highest one available. The performance data shows no scenario where a lower preset is required to achieve playable frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals a system where the GPU is the dominant factor at higher settings, but the CPU is also more than capable of keeping up at lower ones.

At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra presets is significant. The Low preset hits 365.2 FPS, while Ultra drops to 167 FPS. This large gap is typical of a GPU-bound scenario at lower resolutions, but the absolute numbers indicate the RTX 5090 is still doing the heavy lifting. The Core i5-14400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, is clearly not a limiting factor here, as it allows the GPU to reach these very high frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the pattern continues. The Low preset runs at 249.3 FPS, and Ultra drops to 117.7 FPS. The scaling here is more pronounced than at 1080p, showing the GPU working harder as pixel count increases. The CPU's role remains supportive, ensuring the GPU is fed with data.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's dominance becomes even clearer. The Ultra preset still manages 67.2 FPS, while the Low preset runs at 152.7 FPS. The performance delta between Low and Ultra at 4K is smaller in absolute terms than at 1080p, but the trend is the same. The RTX 5090 is the primary driver of performance, and its capabilities are the reason this system can exceed 60 FPS on Ultra at 4K.

The CPU's importance is most visible when looking at the sheer frame rates at lower settings. The fact that the system can hit 365.2 FPS at 1080p Low indicates that the Intel Core i5-14400F has enough single-thread performance to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in this title. In this game, the GPU is the deciding component for visual quality, while the CPU provides a solid foundation that ensures high frame rates are achievable.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 4K with the highest graphical settings?*

A: Yes. The benchmark results show an average frame rate of 67.2 FPS at 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 117.7 FPS at 2560x1440, providing a high-refresh-rate experience without sacrificing visual quality.

Q: How does the performance at 1080p compare to 4K?

A: At 1920x1080 with the Ultra preset, the average frame rate is 167 FPS. This drops to 67.2 FPS at 3840x2160 with the same preset, showing that the GPU is heavily taxed by the higher resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the dominant factor at all resolutions, especially at higher settings. The RTX 5090's performance is the main driver of frame rates, while the Core i5-14400F provides sufficient support to avoid being a bottleneck.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 4K a stable experience?

A: The average frame rate at 4K Ultra is 67.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. While this leaves less headroom than at lower resolutions, the average performance is solidly in playable territory.

Q: Could I use a high refresh rate monitor with this setup?

A: Yes, at 1440p and 1080p. The Ultra preset runs at 117.7 FPS and 167 FPS respectively, which are high enough to take advantage of 120Hz, 144Hz, or even 165Hz displays.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks in the 74th percentile for Greedfall, placing it in the top 74 out of 3703 tested combos. This is a very strong result, indicating that this hardware pairing is near the top of the performance pyramid for this specific game.

The high rank is a direct result of the RTX 5090's immense power. The GPU's benchmark scores are exceptionally high, with a Passmark G3D score of 39650 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355. The CPU, while not as dominant in its own right, is still a capable partner, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645. The combination of a top-tier GPU and a solid mid-range CPU is enough to propel this system to the upper echelons of the performance charts for Greedfall.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The data from nearestRivals provides a look at what other hardware would behave similarly in this system.

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14400F is closely matched with several other processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has a nearly identical average benchmark score, being just 0.1% different. The Intel Core i9-11900 is also very close at 0.2% difference. A slightly slower rival would be the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, which is 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i7-12800H is marginally ahead at 0.5%. For a user swapping in any of these CPUs, the frame rates in Greedfall would be very similar, as the game is not heavily CPU-bound at the tested settings.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090's closest rivals are interesting. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB is just 0.3% behind in average score, while the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB is 0.6% behind. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT is 1.1% slower. A slightly faster alternative is the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X, which is 1.4% ahead. These are the components whose performance would be most comparable to the RTX 5090 in this context, though the Tesla and Radeon Pro cards are workstation-oriented parts.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Greedfall? The answer is a definitive yes, at every resolution and on the highest settings.

The verdictByResolution data confirms that the Ultra preset is playable at all three tested resolutions. At 3840x2160, it achieves 67.2 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, it delivers a very smooth 117.7 FPS. At 1920x1080, it produces an excellent 167 FPS.

For a 2019 title like Greedfall, this hardware combination is overkill, providing performance that far exceeds what is necessary for a stable, high-fidelity experience. The system has so much headroom that users can enable the maximum settings at 4K and still have a comfortable framerate buffer. This is a configuration built for the highest levels of performance, and it delivers without compromise in this game.