Greedfall

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a peculiar case for Greedfall. The processor is a high-end 16-core part with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the graphics solution is an integrated-class GPU with 1536 shading units and a 2500 MHz boost clock. The measured frame rates reveal a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics side, yet the data shows that the combination can still deliver a playable experience at 1080p with the right settings. The following analysis draws exclusively from recorded measurements for this specific game, resolution, and preset combination.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Greedfall shows a clear pattern of performance scaling across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are consistently low. The Low preset delivers an average of 35 FPS, which is the highest recorded at this resolution. The Medium preset averages 27 FPS, with a minimum of 23 FPS and a maximum of 32 FPS. The High preset drops to 25 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 16 FPS. None of these averages approach the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the situation improves but remains below the playable threshold. The Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is just two frames short of 60. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. The High preset averages 42 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 27 FPS. The data shows that even at this lower resolution, the highest preset cannot sustain a smooth experience.

At 1920x1080, the combination finally crosses the 60 FPS line. The Low preset averages 84 FPS, the Medium preset averages 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS and a maximum of 76 FPS, and the High preset averages exactly 60 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, still struggles with an average of 38 FPS. The min and max values for Low and High presets at 1080p were not recorded, but the Medium preset data shows a 20 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, indicating some frame time variance.

The overall trend is consistent: each step down in resolution yields a substantial increase in average FPS. From 4K to 1440p, the Low preset gains 23 FPS, from 35 to 58. From 1440p to 1080p, the Low preset gains another 26 FPS, reaching 84. The Medium preset shows a similar jump, from 27 at 4K to 46 at 1440p, then to 66 at 1080p. The High preset moves from 25 at 4K to 42 at 1440p, then to 60 at 1080p. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, moves from 16 at 4K to 27 at 1440p, then to 38 at 1080p.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates that the Intel Arc B390 is the dominant performance limiter in this configuration. The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core processor with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and a single-core score of 2116, placing it in the 89th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 on average benchmark scores, a delta of -0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX, which scores 46654, a delta of 0.5 percent. The processor is clearly capable of handling game logic and draw calls for a 2019 title like Greedfall.

The GPU, by contrast, ranks in the 9th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, with an average score of 1463, a delta of 1.3 percent, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710, with an average score of 1443, a delta of 2.7 percent. The Arc B390 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482, which is lower than the processor's benchmark scores relative to their respective fields. This massive discrepancy in percentile ranking (89 for CPU versus 9 for GPU) shows that the graphics solution is the bottleneck.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this. When the resolution drops from 3840x2160 to 1920x1080, the pixel count falls by a factor of four. Yet the average FPS at Low settings only rises from 35 to 84, a factor of 2.4. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rate would remain nearly constant across resolutions. The fact that FPS nearly doubles when resolution is cut in half suggests that the GPU is saturated at all tested settings, and reducing resolution directly reduces GPU workload.

The settings scaling also points to the GPU. At 1080p, moving from Low to Ultra drops the average FPS from 84 to 38, a 45 percent reduction. This is a typical GPU-bound response to increased shading, texture, and post-processing demands. The CPU would not change its workload significantly between Low and Ultra presets for this type of game. The data shows that the processor's performance headroom is not the issue; the Arc B390 simply cannot keep up with the demands of higher presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves an average of 60 FPS. The highest average is 35 FPS on Low settings, which is well below the playable threshold. The verdict data confirms this, listing no playable settings for this resolution. The Medium preset at 4K records a minimum of 23 FPS, which would result in noticeable stutter during combat or exploration.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar. The Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is the closest to 60 FPS, but it still falls short. The verdict data lists no playable settings for 1440p. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS with a minimum of 39 FPS, which is not smooth enough for an action RPG. The High preset at 42 FPS and the Ultra preset at 27 FPS are both below playable levels.

At 1920x1080, the combination finds its playable range. The verdict data lists High, Low, and Medium as playable settings, with High being the best settings at an average of exactly 60 FPS. The Low preset averages 84 FPS, which offers a comfortable margin above the threshold, but the High preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS, with a minimum of 56 FPS, which means it can dip below 60 during heavy scenes. The High preset, with its 60 FPS average, is the recommended choice for visual quality while maintaining playability. The Ultra preset at 38 FPS is not recommended.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this combination at 3291 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it in the lower 11 percent of all configurations. The rank reflects the GPU's weak standing relative to other graphics cards. The Intel Arc B390, with its 9th percentile ranking, drags the combo down despite the strong CPU. The processor's 89th percentile ranking is not enough to compensate.

The nearest GPU rivals in the database, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and the GT 710, are all classified as entry-level or legacy parts. The Arc B390 outperforms these by small margins, with deltas of 1.3 percent and 2.7 percent respectively, but it remains in the same performance tier. This explains why the combo rank is so low: the GPU is in the bottom decile of all tested graphics solutions.

The CPU's nearest rivals, on the other hand, are high-end parts like the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and the Intel Xeon w3-2535, with deltas of -0.2 percent and 0.5 percent respectively. This shows that the processor is not the limiting factor. If the same CPU were paired with a stronger GPU, the combo rank would likely be much higher. As it stands, the recorded data shows a configuration that is severely GPU-limited, and the overall rank reflects that imbalance.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 1080p with High settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is exactly 60 FPS, which meets the playable threshold. The verdict data lists High as the best playable setting at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 1440p?

A: None. The verdict data lists no playable settings for 2560x1440. The closest is the Low preset, which averages 58 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, scores 1463, which is 1.3 percent lower. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM scores 1446, 2.5 percent lower, and the GT 710 scores 1443, 2.7 percent lower.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The GPU is the bottleneck. The Intel Core i7-13700K ranks in the 89th percentile among CPUs, while the Arc B390 ranks in the 9th percentile among GPUs. The frame rate scaling across resolutions confirms that the graphics solution is the limiting factor.

Q: What average FPS does the Ultra preset achieve at 1080p?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 38 FPS. This is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold and is not listed as a playable setting.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 1080p stay above 60 FPS at all times?

A: No. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS, but the recorded minimum is 56 FPS. This means the frame rate can drop below the 60 FPS threshold during demanding scenes.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Greedfall, but only at 1920x1080 with specific settings. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, there are no playable settings; the highest average FPS is 35 on Low, which is far below 60. At 2560x1440, there are also no playable settings; the Low preset averages 58 FPS, just missing the threshold. At 1920x1080, the High, Low, and Medium presets all clear the 60 FPS average mark, with High being the best at exactly 60 FPS.

The processor, the Intel Core i7-13700K, is more than capable for this game, as shown by its strong benchmark scores and high percentile ranking. The integrated-class Intel Arc B390, however, holds the system back. Its 9th percentile ranking and low 3DMark score of 1482 mean that even a 2019 action RPG like Greedfall cannot run at higher resolutions or presets. The recorded 1080p performance is adequate for a smooth experience on Medium or High, but users seeking 1440p or 4K playability will need a significantly more powerful discrete GPU. This combination is best suited for 1080p gaming with moderate settings, and the data does not support any higher expectations.