Greedfall

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-14600K sits in a tightly contested performance band. Its average benchmark score of 48618 places it within a fraction of a percent of several competing processors. The closest match is the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, which scores 48698, a negligible 0.2% difference. The AMD EPYC 4345P trails by just 0.3% with a score of 48470, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is 0.8% ahead at 48995. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX is 0.7% behind at 48287. For practical purposes, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Greedfall, meaning the choice between them should rest on platform features rather than frame rates.

The Intel Arc B370 presents a very different picture. This integrated GPU scores 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all older discrete or mobile parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 (0.2% higher), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% higher), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% higher), and the AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168 (1.4% lower). The data shows that the Arc B370 performs at a level comparable to legacy graphics hardware from over a decade ago. This severely limits its ability to drive modern games at playable frame rates, regardless of the CPU paired with it.

CPU and GPU Roles

For this specific combination, the GPU is the dominant bottleneck at every resolution tested. The Intel Core i5-14600K is a high-end desktop processor with 14 cores and 20 threads, capable of boosting to 5.30 GHz, and it ranks in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The Arc B370, by contrast, ranks in the 5th percentile of GPUs. The performance ceiling in Greedfall is determined almost entirely by the graphics solution.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this. From 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at Medium settings, the average frame rate drops from 60 FPS to 41 FPS, a 31.7% reduction. From 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at Medium settings, the average drops further from 41 FPS to 25 FPS, a 39.0% reduction. This steep decline with increasing pixel count is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rate would remain relatively stable across resolutions, as the processor workload does not change significantly with resolution.

Settings also play a critical role. At 1920x1080, raising the preset from Low to Medium drops the average from 76 FPS to 60 FPS, while moving to High drops it to 54 FPS, and Ultra falls to 35 FPS. The consistent degradation across presets indicates that the Arc B370's shading units, texture units, and raster operations are saturated. The CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by its strong Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24491, but this headroom cannot compensate for the GPU's limited throughput.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the Arc B370 delivers its best results. The Low preset averages 76 FPS, which comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset averages exactly 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS. The High preset averages 54 FPS, falling just short of the threshold. The Ultra preset averages 35 FPS, which is not playable for smooth action gameplay.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly. The Low preset averages 53 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS. The High preset averages 38 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 24 FPS. None of these settings reach the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the results are substantially worse. The Low preset averages 31 FPS. The Medium preset averages 25 FPS, with a minimum of 21 FPS and a maximum of 28 FPS. The High preset averages 22 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 14 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is not viable with this configuration.

The frame time consistency, where recorded, shows a narrow band. At 1920x1080 Medium, the spread from minimum to maximum is 18 FPS. At 2560x1440 Medium, the spread is 13 FPS. At 3840x2160 Medium, the spread is 7 FPS. This suggests that the GPU maintains a relatively steady output even when the average frame rate is low, but the absolute performance is insufficient for fluid gameplay at higher resolutions.

The Verdict

This PC cannot run Greedfall at a consistently playable level in most configurations. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, no settings preset achieves an average of 60 FPS. The highest average recorded is 31 FPS on Low, which is far below the threshold. At 2560x1440, the same story applies: no preset reaches 60 FPS, with the Low preset topping out at 53 FPS.

The only playable scenario is at 1920x1080. The database identifies two playable settings: Low and Medium. The Low preset averages 76 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages exactly 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS, which means there may be brief dips below the threshold during intense scenes. The best playable setting is Medium, as it offers the highest visual quality while still averaging 60 FPS.

For users who prioritize frame rate stability, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the safer choice. For users who want better visual fidelity, the Medium preset is acceptable but may exhibit occasional stutter in demanding moments. The High and Ultra presets at 1080p, and all presets at 1440p and 4K, do not meet the playability standard.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and the Intel Arc B370 ranks 3416 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the bottom 7.7% of all configurations in the database. The ranking reflects the severe GPU limitation. While the CPU is a top-tier part, the integrated graphics solution drags the overall performance down to a level that is only marginally usable at the lowest resolution and settings.

The data suggests that this combo is suitable for lightweight or older titles, or for games that are not graphically demanding. For Greedfall, an Action RPG with moderate system requirements, the combination falls short of providing a smooth experience except at the most minimal settings. Users considering this setup for modern gaming should look at discrete graphics options, as the CPU has the horsepower to support a much more capable GPU.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only at the Low and Medium presets. The Low preset averages 76 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS. The High preset averages 54 FPS and the Ultra preset averages 35 FPS, both below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best visual setting that still maintains 60 FPS?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 is the best setting that averages 60 FPS. The database records an average of 60 FPS, a minimum of 51 FPS, and a maximum of 69 FPS for this configuration.

Q: Is this PC capable of 1440p gaming in Greedfall?

A: No. At 2560x1440, the highest average frame rate is 53 FPS on the Low preset, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS, High averages 38 FPS, and Ultra averages 24 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. This is within 0.7% of the ATI Radeon HD 7650M (1192), within 0.5% of the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), within 0.2% of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186), and 1.4% higher than the AMD FirePro M2000 (1168).

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14600K bottleneck the Arc B370?

A: No. The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile of all processors and has a high multi-core score, while the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile. The frame rates across resolutions scale with pixel count, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 31 FPS, Medium averages 25 FPS, High averages 22 FPS, and Ultra averages 14 FPS. None of these settings approach the 60 FPS playable threshold, so 4K gaming is not feasible.