Greedfall

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i9-14900K paired with the Intel Arc B370 ranks 3416th out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places the configuration in the lower percentile of tested systems, with only 287 combos performing worse. The ranking reflects the significant bottleneck introduced by the graphics component, despite the CPU being among the strongest available processors.

The Arc B370 sits at the 5th percentile among all GPUs in the database, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. Its nearest rivals in raw GPU performance include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (scoring 1186, which is 0.2% higher), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (scoring 1190, 0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (scoring 1192, 0.7% higher). These are all legacy or low-end mobile parts, indicating the Arc B370 is positioned far below the performance curve expected for modern gaming.

On the CPU side, the i9-14900K ranks at the 95th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79097. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14900KF (0.3% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus (0.6% higher), and the AMD EPYC 7413 (1.2% higher), while the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 sits 1.7% lower. The processor itself is not the limiting factor in this combination; the measured FPS data confirms that the GPU dictates the playable experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

In Greedfall, the data shows a clear pattern: the GPU is the dominant constraint across all tested resolutions and settings. The CPU, despite its high multi-threaded and single-threaded scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core 39399.5, single-core 2262.5), cannot compensate for the Arc B370's limited throughput.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 14 at Ultra to 31 at Low. The scaling between Low and Ultra represents a 17 FPS drop, indicating that the GPU is saturated even at the lowest settings. Moving from 3840x2160 to 2560x1440 at the same settings yields improvements: Low rises from 31 to 53 FPS, Medium from 25 to 41 FPS, High from 22 to 38 FPS, and Ultra from 14 to 24 FPS. This resolution scaling suggests that pixel count heavily impacts the GPU, with each step down in resolution providing roughly a 70% to 80% increase in average frame rate.

At 1920x1080, the pattern continues: Low reaches 76 FPS, Medium 60 FPS, High 54 FPS, and Ultra 35 FPS. The jump from 2560x1440 to 1920x1080 at Low settings (53 to 76 FPS) shows that the GPU still has headroom only at the lowest preset. Across all resolutions, the difference between Low and Ultra is substantial, typically a 50% to 60% reduction in average FPS, which indicates that the Arc B370's 1280 shading units and 40 texture mapping units are quickly overwhelmed by increased graphical complexity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture across three resolutions and four settings tiers.

At 3840x2160, the Arc B370 delivers an average of 22 FPS on High settings, 31 FPS on Low, 25 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 21 and maximum of 28), and 14 FPS on Ultra. No configuration at this resolution reaches the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset provides the only min/max data, showing a narrow 7 FPS range, which suggests consistent frame delivery but at an unplayable level.

At 2560x1440, the averages improve: High at 38 FPS, Low at 53 FPS, Medium at 41 FPS (minimum 35, maximum 48), and Ultra at 24 FPS. The Low preset approaches but does not reach the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset shows a 13 FPS range between minimum and maximum, indicating more variance in frame times compared to 4K. None of these settings clear the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the results finally cross into playable territory. Low settings deliver an average of 76 FPS, while Medium achieves exactly 60 FPS (minimum 51, maximum 69). High settings average 54 FPS, and Ultra drops to 35 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p is the only configuration in the entire dataset that both meets the 60 FPS average threshold and maintains a minimum above 50 FPS. The 18 FPS gap between the minimum and maximum at Medium settings indicates some frame pacing variability, but the average remains at the playable line.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in the database are all within 2% of the i9-14900K's average score. The Intel Core i9-14900KF scores 79371 (0.3% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus scores 79574 (0.6% higher), and the AMD EPYC 7413 scores 80041 (1.2% higher). The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 77740, which is 1.7% lower. In practice, swapping between these processors would produce no meaningful difference in Greedfall, since the GPU is the limiting factor.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are dramatically different in character. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 (0.2% higher), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% higher). The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% lower. These alternatives are all older or mobile-oriented parts with similar raw compute scores. Users with any of these GPUs would experience nearly identical performance in Greedfall, meaning that the i9-14900K's capabilities are effectively wasted when paired with such a low-end graphics solution.

The combination of a top-tier CPU with a bottom-tier GPU creates a situation where upgrading the graphics card would yield massive gains, while changing the processor would yield none. The data supports this interpretation: the CPU's nearest rivals differ by less than 2%, but the GPU's nearest rivals represent a performance tier that is entirely incompatible with modern gaming expectations.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Greedfall at 4K resolution?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS recorded is 31 on Low settings. The Medium preset averages 25 FPS (minimum 21, maximum 28), High averages 22 FPS, and Ultra averages 14 FPS. None of these meet the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1920x1080?

A: Medium settings at 1920x1080 deliver an average of exactly 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 and maximum of 69. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold. Low settings are also playable, averaging 76 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Arc B370 scores 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186 (0.2% higher). The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (0.7% higher). These are all within 1% of the Arc B370's performance.

Q: Is the Intel Core i9-14900K the bottleneck in this system?

A: No. The CPU ranks at the 95th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 79097. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900KF, is only 0.3% faster. The GPU ranks at the 5th percentile, so the graphics card is the limiting factor in Greedfall.

Q: What happens to performance when switching from 2560x1440 to 1920x1080?

A: At Low settings, average FPS rises from 53 to 76. At Medium settings, it rises from 41 to 60. At High settings, it rises from 38 to 54. At Ultra settings, it rises from 24 to 35. The improvement is consistent across all presets, confirming that resolution scaling directly benefits the GPU-bound system.

Q: Does the Arc B370 have enough power for any modern game at high settings?

A: In Greedfall, the highest recorded average FPS at High settings is 54 at 1920x1080, which falls short of the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, High averages 38 FPS, and at 3840x2160, High averages 22 FPS. The GPU cannot maintain playable frame rates at High settings on any resolution tested.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i9-14900K combined with the Intel Arc B370 can run Greedfall, but only under strict conditions. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, no settings preset achieves the 60 FPS playable threshold, with the best result being 31 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, the same situation applies: no preset reaches 60 FPS, with Low settings topping out at 53 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings, with Medium being the highest playable preset at exactly 60 FPS average.

The data confirms that this configuration is not suitable for high-resolution or high-detail gaming. The Arc B370's 5th percentile GPU ranking and 1184 Steel Nomad score place it far below what Greedfall requires for smooth performance. The i9-14900K, despite being a top-tier processor with a 95th percentile ranking, cannot overcome this GPU limitation. Users seeking to play Greedfall at higher resolutions or settings would need to replace the graphics card entirely.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, no settings preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The closest is Low at 31 FPS average, which falls 29 FPS short of playable. There is no recommended preset for this resolution.

At 2560x1440, no settings preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold either. Low settings average 53 FPS, which is 7 FPS short of playable. Medium averages 41 FPS, High averages 38 FPS, and Ultra averages 24 FPS. No preset is recommended.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of exactly 60 FPS (minimum 51, maximum 69). Low settings also exceed the threshold at 76 FPS average, but Medium offers better visual quality while maintaining the playable average. High settings average 54 FPS and Ultra average 35 FPS, both below the threshold. Therefore, for 1920x1080, Medium is the optimal choice.