Greedfall

Can Intel Core i7-12700KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 run Greedfall? The measured data says yes, and decisively so. Across 4K, 1440p, and 1080p, this combination delivers playable frame rates in nearly every tested preset, with only the most demanding 4K Ultra setting falling below the 60 FPS threshold. The analysis below breaks down exactly where this pairing stands, how the CPU and GPU share the workload, and what the numbers reveal about the system's capabilities.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of an Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 980 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. That places it in the top 26.5% of all systems tested for this title, a strong position that reflects balanced hardware. The CPU itself sits at the 85th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 81st percentile among all graphics cards, suggesting neither component is a dramatic bottleneck for this game.

What is more telling is how the rank translates to real-world performance. At 4K, the combo averages 74.2 FPS on High settings, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1440p, it reaches 77.4 FPS on Ultra, and at 1080p, 112.5 FPS on Ultra. The data indicates that this pairing is not just playable but provides headroom for higher refresh rates at lower resolutions. The rank of 980 suggests that while many systems outperform it, a substantial majority of tested configurations fall behind it. Given that the GPU is marked as end-of-life and the CPU is from the 12th generation, this level of performance in a 2019 action RPG is impressive. The combination's percentile placement implies it handles Greedfall's demands with room to spare, particularly when compared to the 2700+ combos that rank below it.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark results define a clear ceiling for each resolution, with the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS varying by resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is High, delivering an average of 74.2 FPS. Medium averages 79.2 FPS, and Low averages 104.1 FPS, but High is the optimal choice because it offers the highest visual quality while still clearing the 60 FPS bar. Ultra drops to 46 FPS, which is not playable by the 60 FPS standard.

At 2560x1440, every preset is playable, but the best settings are Ultra with an average of 77.4 FPS. This is notable because Ultra at 1440p is just 3.2 FPS above the 4K High average, indicating that the resolution drop from 4K to 1440p provides enough headroom to max out the game's settings. High averages 121.8 FPS, Medium 137.1 FPS, and Low 172.5 FPS, but Ultra is the clear pick for visual fidelity without sacrificing playability.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 112.5 FPS. This is the only resolution where Ultra averages over 100 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. High averages 176.1 FPS, Medium 193.4 FPS, and Low 246.6 FPS, but Ultra remains the recommended setting because it provides the full visual experience while staying far above the playable threshold.

The pattern is consistent: the system can handle max settings at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, users must step down one notch from Ultra to High to maintain smooth gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals distinct scaling patterns that indicate which component matters more at each resolution. The differences between low and ultra settings at each resolution show how the GPU load changes, while the overall FPS levels suggest CPU involvement.

At 1920x1080, the jump from Low to Ultra is dramatic: Low averages 246.6 FPS, Medium 193.4 FPS, High 176.1 FPS, and Ultra 112.5 FPS. The 134.1 FPS gap between Low and Ultra is the largest of any resolution, which indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed even at 1080p when settings are raised. However, the fact that Low exceeds 240 FPS suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at very high frame rates, meaning the CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution. The GPU is clearly the dominant component here, as lowering settings produces outsized FPS gains.

At 2560x1440, the scaling shrinks: Low averages 172.5 FPS, Medium 137.1 FPS, High 121.8 FPS, and Ultra 77.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 95.1 FPS, smaller than at 1080p. This reduction indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a bottleneck as pixel count rises, but the CPU still provides enough headroom to keep frame rates high. The difference between Medium and High is only 15.3 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is 44.4 FPS, showing that Ultra settings introduce a disproportionately heavy GPU load.

At 3840x2160, the scaling compresses further: Low averages 104.1 FPS, Medium 79.2 FPS, High 74.2 FPS, and Ultra 46 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 58.1 FPS, the smallest of all resolutions. This compression is a classic sign of GPU saturation. At 4K, the RTX 4070's workload increases so much that even Low settings cannot reach the frame rates seen at lower resolutions. The CPU's role diminishes because the GPU is consistently the limiting factor. The 33.2 FPS difference between Medium and Ultra (79.2 vs 46) highlights how sensitive the GPU is to high settings at this resolution.

Overall, the data shows that the CPU is more than sufficient for Greedfall, even at 1080p where frame rates exceed 240 FPS on Low. The GPU becomes the primary bottleneck starting at 1440p, and at 4K, it is clearly the determining factor for playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i7-12700KF provide context for its processing power. The Intel Core i7-13700T has an average score 0.1% lower, while the Intel Core i5-13600T scores 0.2% higher. The Intel Core 5 213PE is 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core i7-12700K matches within 0.2%. These deltas are negligible, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Greedfall. Since the game's GPU requirements dominate at higher resolutions, swapping to any of these rivals would not meaningfully change the measured FPS at 1440p or 4K. At 1080p, where the CPU has more influence, the differences would still be within a few frames per second.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, the nearest rivals are more varied. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 scores 0.1% higher, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 0.4% higher, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 1.3% lower, and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 1.3% higher. The RTX 4080 Mobile is the closest in terms of architecture and performance class, though it is a laptop part. The RX Vega 56 is an older desktop card but shows similar average benchmark scores. For Greedfall specifically, these rivals would produce similar FPS numbers, with the RX Vega 56 potentially matching the 74.2 FPS at 4K High, while the RTX 4080 Mobile might fall slightly behind. The key takeaway is that the RTX 4070's performance in this game is not unique; several other GPUs offer comparable results.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 46 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable 4K setting is High, which averages 74.2 FPS.

Q: What is the highest quality setting that maintains 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings average 77.4 FPS at 2560x1440, making Ultra the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. All lower presets (High, Medium, Low) also exceed 60 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 High, the average FPS is 176.1. At 3840x2160 High, it drops to 74.2. This represents a 101.9 FPS reduction, or roughly 58% lower performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: The GPU is more important. At 1080p Low, the system averages 246.6 FPS, showing the CPU can handle very high frame rates. When settings are raised to Ultra, FPS falls to 112.5, indicating the GPU workload scales significantly with visual quality.

Q: Does the system have any issues with the Ultra preset at 4K?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 46 FPS, which is 14 FPS below the playable threshold. This is the only tested configuration that fails to reach 60 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested systems for Greedfall?

A: It ranks 980 out of 3703 combinations, placing it in the top 26.5% of tested systems for this game.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Greedfall, and it does so with substantial headroom in most scenarios. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, the playable settings are High (74.2 FPS), Medium (79.2 FPS), and Low (104.1 FPS), with Ultra being the only non-playable option at 46 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with Ultra averaging 77.4 FPS, and at 1920x1080, all settings are playable, with Ultra averaging 112.5 FPS.

The system's weakest point is 4K Ultra, but this is a minor caveat. For most users, the recommended path is clear: use High settings at 4K, or Ultra at 1440p and 1080p. The combination ranks in the top 26.5% of tested systems, and the data shows it handles Greedfall's demands with ease. The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but the CPU provides ample support, as evidenced by 1080p Low averaging 246.6 FPS. This is a capable setup for the game, offering smooth gameplay across nearly all settings and resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table shows the exact average FPS for every tested resolution and settings combination. No minimum or maximum FPS values were recorded in the data, so only averages are reported.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS |

|---|---|---|

| 3840x2160 | High | 74.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 104.1 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 79.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 46.0 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 121.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 172.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 137.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 77.4 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 176.1 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 246.6 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 193.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 112.5 |

At 4K, the progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with Ultra being the only preset that fails to hit 60 FPS. At 1440p, the FPS range is between 77.4 and 172.5, providing excellent flexibility. At 1080p, even Ultra stays above 100 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. The data confirms that this hardware combination delivers consistent, playable performance across the board, with the only exception being the most demanding 4K preset.