Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 in Greedfall presents a classic mid-range combination from the previous hardware generation. The data provided offers a clear picture of its capabilities, revealing a system that can handle the game at 1080p with adjusted settings but struggles at higher resolutions and maximum quality presets. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, the combo’s standing among other tested systems, and the optimal settings for this specific hardware pairing.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is the primary driver of graphical performance in this combo. Its specifications, including a base clock of 1257 MHz and a boost clock of 1340 MHz, define its processing throughput. The GPU is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. This substantial VRAM allocation and bandwidth are crucial for Greedfall, an Action RPG that loads large environments and textures. The data suggests that the GPU’s memory subsystem is sufficient for the game's demands, as the bottleneck appears to shift based on resolution and settings rather than a hard VRAM limitation.

The graphics card’s compute capabilities are rated at 6.175 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, with a texture rate of 193.0 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 42.88 GPixel/s. These figures indicate a card that was designed for 1080p gaming in its era. The CPU, the AMD Ryzen 5 2600, is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 2000 series with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. Its 16 MB of shared L3 cache helps with game data, but the overall performance in Greedfall is heavily dictated by the GPU.

The benchmark results for the RX 580, such as a Passmark G3D score of 8813 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 45173, position it as a mid-range part. Its percentile versus all GPUs is 53, meaning it sits near the middle of the performance distribution. The GPU’s role in this combo is clear: it provides the baseline for frame rates, and its limitations are exposed as resolution and detail levels increase. The 8 GB frame buffer is a plus, but the raw shader throughput is the limiting factor at higher loads.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo shows its best results. With Low settings, the system achieves an average of 83.8 FPS, which is highly playable. Moving to Medium settings drops the average to 65.2 FPS, still a smooth experience. High settings at 1080p yield 56.2 FPS, which remains acceptable for most players. The Ultra preset, however, brings the frame rate down to 37.8 FPS, indicating a significant performance cost for the highest visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the strain on the GPU becomes more apparent. The Low preset delivers an average of 56.5 FPS, which is playable but marks a 32.6% drop from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings at this resolution produce 42.4 FPS, and High settings drop to 39.7 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the weakest in this group, with an average of only 28.7 FPS, making it a poor choice for smooth gameplay. The progression shows that the RX 580 is being pushed beyond its comfort zone at this resolution.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the performance is largely unsuitable for action gameplay. Low settings produce an average of 35.7 FPS, which is borderline. Medium settings fall to 25.4 FPS, and High settings to 23.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is nearly unplayable, with an average of just 13.6 FPS. These numbers confirm that the combo is not designed for 4K gaming, even with settings turned down. The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 580’s performance is inversely proportional to resolution, with the most dramatic losses occurring at 1440p and 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for Greedfall, the Ryzen 5 2600 + RX 580 combo holds the rank of 1574 out of 1705 total combos. This places it in the lower 8% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a below-average performer for this specific game. The rank reflects the overall frame rate capabilities across all tested settings and resolutions, and it is a clear indicator that this hardware is not well-suited to Greedfall’s demands compared to more modern or higher-end components.

The CPU itself, the Ryzen 5 2600, has an average benchmark score of 19616 and sits in the 77th percentile versus all CPUs. This suggests that the processor is a relatively capable part in general tasks. Its nearest rivals in CPU benchmarks include the Intel Core i5-11600KF with a score of 19740 and a deltaPct of -0.6%, and the Intel Core i7-10700F with a score of 19485 and a deltaPct of 0.7%. These are close scores, indicating that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this system.

The GPU, however, is a different story. With an average benchmark score of 13559, it sits in the 53rd percentile versus all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 with a deltaPct of 0.1%, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 with a deltaPct of 0%. This places the RX 580 in a performance tier that is over a decade old in terms of GPU generations. The combo’s poor rank in Greedfall is therefore largely attributable to the GPU’s mid-low tier standing, not the CPU. The data shows that while the CPU is adequate, the GPU drags the overall in-game performance down significantly.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo at 1920x1080 is the High preset, which delivers an average of 56.2 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual fidelity and smoothness, staying above the 50 FPS threshold that is generally considered acceptable for a single-player Action RPG. The Medium preset offers a higher frame rate of 65.2 FPS, which is smoother but with reduced visual detail. For players who prioritize frame rate over visuals, Low at 83.8 FPS is the best choice, but it sacrifices significant graphical quality.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to the Low preset, which yields 56.5 FPS. This is the only settings level at 1440p that maintains a playable frame rate, as the Medium preset at 42.4 FPS and High at 39.7 FPS are noticeably less smooth. The Ultra preset at 28.7 FPS is not recommended for any serious gameplay. For 4K, the data suggests that none of the presets are ideal, but Low at 35.7 FPS is the only option that is even remotely playable, and it would be a poor experience for a game requiring precise timing.

The data indicates that the best overall experience is achieved at 1080p with High settings. This provides a frame rate that is smooth enough for the game’s combat and exploration mechanics without the stutter or lag that would be present at lower frame rates. The Ultra preset at any resolution is a significant performance trap, as the jump from High to Ultra costs more than 18 FPS at 1080p, from 56.2 to 37.8, which is a 32.7% reduction for a marginal visual gain. Users are advised to stick with High or Medium at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a strong GPU bottleneck. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 83.8 FPS at 1920x1080 to 56.5 FPS at 2560x1440, a 32.5% decrease. Moving from 1440p to 4K at Low settings, the frame rate drops from 56.5 FPS to 35.7 FPS, a 36.8% decrease. This consistent reduction with increasing resolution is a classic sign that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU’s workload does not scale linearly with pixel count.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but from a lower base. The frame rate goes from 56.2 FPS at 1080p to 39.7 FPS at 1440p, a 29.4% drop, and then to 23.3 FPS at 4K, a 41.3% drop from 1440p. The Ultra preset shows the most severe degradation, falling from 37.8 FPS at 1080p to 28.7 FPS at 1440p (24.1% drop) and then to 13.6 FPS at 4K (52.6% drop from 1440p). The data shows that the GPU’s pixel throughput is simply insufficient for 4K, and even 1440p requires significant settings reductions.

The pattern across all settings is that the frame rate halves or nearly halves when moving from 1080p to 4K. For example, at Medium settings, the FPS goes from 65.2 at 1080p to 25.4 at 4K, a 61% reduction. This scaling behavior is indicative of a component that is saturated by the increased pixel count, which is the RX 580’s render output units and shader processors. The Ryzen 5 2600, while not a top-tier CPU, is not the limiting factor here, as the FPS drops are consistent with GPU-bound scenarios rather than CPU-bound ones.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Greedfall?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo achieves consistently playable frame rates. At 1080p, even the High preset yields 56.2 FPS, whereas at 1440p, only the Low preset is playable at 56.5 FPS. 4K is not viable for gameplay.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset with this hardware?

A: No. The Ultra preset results in a 37.8 FPS average at 1080p, which is below the smooth threshold. At 1440p it drops to 28.7 FPS, and at 4K it falls to 13.6 FPS. The performance cost of Ultra is severe, and High settings offer a much better experience.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU the main bottleneck in this system?

A: The benchmark data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The CPU has a percentile rank of 77 versus all CPUs, while the GPU has a percentile rank of 53. The FPS scaling with resolution shows a classic GPU-bound pattern, with significant frame rate drops as pixel count increases.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems in Greedfall?

A: This combo ranks 1574 out of 1705 tested combinations for Greedfall. This places it in the bottom 8% of systems, indicating that it is a below-average performer for this specific game title.

Q: What settings provide the smoothest experience at 1080p?

A: For maximum smoothness, Low settings at 1080p deliver an average of 83.8 FPS. For a balance of visuals and performance, High settings at 1080p are recommended, as they provide 56.2 FPS, which is still a playable frame rate.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming in Greedfall?

A: Only with significant compromises. The Low preset at 1440p achieves 56.5 FPS, which is playable. However, Medium and High settings fall to 42.4 and 39.7 FPS respectively, which are less smooth. The Ultra preset is not recommended at 28.7 FPS.