Greedfall

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 presents a clear picture for Greedfall: this combination is highly capable at 1080p and 1440p, delivering smooth frame rates across most presets, but it struggles to maintain playability at 4K Ultra settings. The data shows a strong CPU, ranking in the 89th percentile among all processors, paired with a mid-range GPU that ranks in the 61st percentile among all graphics cards. This imbalance means the RTX 4060 becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, limiting the overall experience despite the CPU's ample headroom.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 1920x1080?

A: The Ultra preset achieves an average of 82.7 FPS at 1080p, making it the most demanding setting that comfortably clears the 60 FPS threshold. High, Medium, and Low presets all also remain above 60 FPS at this resolution.

Q: Can this PC handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, producing an average of 75 FPS. Medium and High presets fall below the 60 FPS target at 57.5 and 55.6 FPS respectively, while Ultra drops to 36.8 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 at 46971 (0.2% lower) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 at 47022 (0.3% lower). It edges out the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 by 0.5%.

Q: How does the GPU perform relative to other graphics cards?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, placing it slightly below the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666, -0.2%) and slightly above the AMD Radeon 780M (17588, 0.3%). Its percentile rank is 61, indicating it outperforms a majority of tested GPUs.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 123.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 57.8 FPS. This represents a performance reduction of approximately 53% when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

Q: Is the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory sufficient for Greedfall?

A: The benchmark data does not include memory-specific metrics, but the GPU's 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth is part of the hardware configuration tested. The measured FPS results indicate that performance is adequate at lower resolutions but degrades significantly at 4K Ultra, which suggests memory capacity or bandwidth may be a limiting factor.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals a clear division of labor between the Core i7-13700K and the RTX 4060. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the dominant factor, as the CPU has significant headroom with its 16 cores and 24 threads. Moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p, the average FPS drops from 182.7 to 82.7, a reduction of 100 FPS that is almost entirely attributable to increasing graphics workload on the GPU.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues, but the GPU's limitations become more apparent. The Low preset delivers 123.6 FPS, which is 59.1 FPS lower than the equivalent 1080p result. This indicates that the GPU is already struggling to maintain pixel throughput at this resolution, even at the lowest settings. The RTX 4060's 128-bit memory bus and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth appears to be a constraint, as the fill rate demands of 1440p exceed what the card can efficiently deliver.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. The High preset averages 55.6 FPS, just below the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra drops to 36.8 FPS. The CPU's benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 30745, suggest it is not the limiting factor here. The data indicates that the RTX 4060 simply lacks the raw compute power and memory bandwidth to handle 4K Ultra settings in this title. Interestingly, the Low preset at 4K achieves 75 FPS, which is higher than the High preset at 4K, showing that reducing quality settings can dramatically improve performance when the GPU is the primary constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers consistently high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset produces an average of 182.7 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth for any display. Medium settings reduce this to 141.9 FPS, still far above the 60 FPS target. High settings yield 129.4 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 82.7 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, users have complete freedom to choose any quality level without worrying about playability.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows more variation between presets. The Low preset averages 123.6 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings produce 99 FPS, and High settings deliver 91.3 FPS, both comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 57.8 FPS, which is just below the playable threshold and indicates that this setting is not recommended at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the results are more mixed. The Low preset achieves 75 FPS, which is playable and provides a reasonable experience for 4K users. Medium settings drop to 57.5 FPS, just short of the 60 FPS target, and High settings are slightly lower at 55.6 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, producing only 36.8 FPS, which would result in noticeable stuttering and is not suitable for smooth gameplay. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is substantial, at 38.2 FPS, highlighting the GPU's struggle with higher graphical loads.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly indicates that this PC can run Greedfall successfully at 1080p and 1440p, with the verdict confirming playable settings at both resolutions. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with Ultra delivering 82.7 FPS and providing the best visual quality. This is the ideal resolution for this combination, as it offers the full range of settings without any performance compromises.

At 2560x1440, the verdict lists High, Medium, and Low as playable, with High being the best setting at 91.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 57.8 FPS fails to meet the 60 FPS threshold, so users should avoid it. This resolution provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, making it a viable option for most gamers.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, achieving 75 FPS. While this is technically above the 60 FPS target, it requires significant graphical compromises. The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but limited to the lowest quality settings. For users who prioritize resolution over detail, this combination can work, but it is not recommended for those seeking high-quality 4K visuals.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which has a nearly identical average score of 46971 compared to the Core i7-13700K's 46881, differing by only -0.2%. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is similarly matched at 47022 (-0.3%), while the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 are both 0.5% higher at 46654 and 46653 respectively. These processors would deliver essentially the same gaming performance in Greedfall, as the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060's nearest rivals are somewhat older or lower-tier products. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666, which is 0.2% higher than the RTX 4060's 17639. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, just 0.3% lower, while the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 are 0.5% and 0.7% lower respectively. These alternatives would produce very similar frame rates in Greedfall, meaning users with these GPUs can expect comparable performance at each resolution and preset.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which delivers an average of 82.7 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that even at this demanding preset, the combination has enough performance headroom for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, with an average of 91.3 FPS. This strikes the optimal balance between image quality and performance, as the Ultra preset falls below the playable threshold. High settings at 1440p offer a significantly better visual experience than Medium or Low while still delivering excellent frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, which produces an average of 75 FPS. While this requires turning down many graphical features, it is the only preset that maintains playability at this resolution. Users seeking 4K performance will need to accept these compromises, as Medium (57.5 FPS), High (55.6 FPS), and Ultra (36.8 FPS) all fail to meet the 60 FPS target.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1935 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 52nd percentile of all tested systems. This mid-pack ranking reflects the GPU's limitations, as the CPU is clearly capable of supporting higher-end graphics cards. The rank suggests that while this setup is perfectly playable at 1080p and 1440p, there are many other combinations that achieve better overall performance, particularly at higher resolutions.

The ranking also indicates that the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor in this pairing. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking among all processors contrasts sharply with the GPU's 61st percentile, showing an imbalance in capability. Users considering this combination for Greedfall should be aware that upgrading the GPU would yield more significant performance gains than upgrading the CPU, as the current processor has substantial headroom that is not being fully utilized.