Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks in the 29th percentile of tested configurations for Greedfall, placing it at position 2624 out of 3703 combos. This is a mid-pack result that reflects a balanced pairing rather than an extreme performer. The data shows this combo is capable of solid 1080p and 1440p play, but it struggles to maintain fluid frame rates at 4K Ultra settings. The pairing sits in a competitive tier where the GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and the CPU's six cores deliver a consistent experience, though neither component pushes the other into exceptional territory. Benchmark results indicate that the system is more GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU keeps pace adequately at lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2624 out of 3703 places this system in the lower-middle portion of the database, at roughly the 71st percentile of all tested combinations. This is a telling position because it suggests that while the hardware is not obsolete, it is outclassed by a significant portion of the field. The ranking is driven by the GPU's performance ceiling, as the RTX 2060 SUPER's average benchmark score of 18093 places it at the 62nd percentile among all GPUs. The CPU is comparatively stronger, with an average benchmark score of 17035 and a 71st percentile ranking, meaning the processor is holding up its end of the bargain better than the graphics card.

When looking at the nearest rivals for the GPU, the RTX 2060 SUPER sits within a tight cluster. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile scores 18159, just 0.4% higher, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 0.5% higher at 18189. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 460 and Intel Arc A770M both post higher average scores, but these results are within a 1.6% margin, making the differences negligible in real-world gaming. For the CPU, the Ryzen 5 3600 is bracketed by the Intel Core i7-1260P at 17007 (0.2% higher) and the Intel Core i5-11400 at 17067 (0.2% lower), showing that the processor is right at the expected performance level for its class.

The combination of a slightly above-average CPU and a slightly below-average GPU explains the overall rank. In Greedfall, this means the system will deliver playable frame rates at mainstream resolutions, but it will not excel at 4K or high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming. The measured FPS data confirms this, with the combo achieving 108 FPS at 1080p High but dropping to 29 FPS at 4K Ultra. This rank is a warning that users should temper expectations for maxed-out settings at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The RTX 2060 SUPER is the primary driver of frame rates in Greedfall, particularly at higher resolutions. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for the game's texture-heavy environments at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1470 MHz and boosts to 1650 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These clocks are modest by modern standards, but they are adequate for a game released in 2019.

The GPU's benchmark scores show it is a mid-tier performer. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2011 indicates it can handle DirectX 12 workloads, while the Passmark G3D score of 16462 confirms its overall rasterization capability. The RTX 2060 SUPER is built on the TU106 chip with 2176 shading units, 136 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs. It also includes 34 ray tracing cores and 272 tensor cores, though Greedfall likely does not leverage these features heavily given its release date. The GPU's FP32 performance of 7.181 TFLOPS and texture rate of 224.4 GTexel/s are the theoretical limits that translate into the measured frame rates.

In practice, the GPU shows its strengths at 1080p and 1440p. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 152 FPS, and at 1080p High it maintains 108 FPS. At 1440p, the frame rates drop to 105 FPS on Low and 75 FPS on High. The 4K results are less impressive, with 63 FPS on Low but only 45 FPS on High and 29 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a clear GPU bottleneck, as the frame rates drop by roughly 60-70% across settings. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for Greedfall at 4K, but the raw compute power is not enough to maintain high frame rates at that resolution.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 3600 provides solid CPU performance that does not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it offers 12 threads for the game to utilize, running at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The processor is built on the Zen 2 architecture with a 7 nm process, featuring 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Its memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s on a dual-channel DDR4 interface is adequate for feeding the GPU with data.

Benchmark results show the CPU is a capable performer for gaming. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15045 and single-core score of 2124 indicate strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The Passmark multi-thread score of 17700 and single-thread score of 2562 confirm this, with the CPU landing at the 71st percentile of all processors. The 3DMark scores, including 4605 for 16 threads and 696 for single-thread, show that the CPU scales well with additional threads, which is useful for modern titles.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is less demanding than the GPU. The measured frame rates at 1080p Low (152 FPS) and 1080p Medium (119 FPS) suggest the CPU can push high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor. Even at 1080p Ultra, the 69 FPS average is more likely constrained by the GPU than the CPU. The CPU's nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Core i5-11400, have nearly identical average scores (within 0.2%), meaning the Ryzen 5 3600 is not leaving performance on the table. The 12 threads provide enough parallelism for Greedfall's engine, and the boost clock of 4.20 GHz ensures responsive frame times.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this combo in Greedfall?

A: The combo ranks 2624 out of 3703 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This position reflects a GPU that is slightly below average and a CPU that is slightly above average for their respective classes.

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

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093, sitting within 1.6% of its closest competitors. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is 0.4% higher, the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 0.5% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 460 and Intel Arc A770M are 1.5-1.6% higher, indicating a very tight performance cluster.

Q: Is the CPU strong enough for this game?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 5 3600 scores 17035 on average, placing it at the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-11400, are within 0.2% performance, showing the processor is not a bottleneck at most settings.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p?

A: The measured data shows 152 FPS on Low, 119 FPS on Medium, 108 FPS on High, and 69 FPS on Ultra at 1920x1080. The minimum FPS on Medium is 101, with a maximum of 137.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 63 FPS on Low, 49 FPS on Medium, 45 FPS on High, and 29 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset has a minimum of 42 FPS and a maximum of 57, indicating inconsistent performance at this resolution.

Q: Which component is the limiting factor at higher resolutions?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck at 1440p and 4K. The frame rate drops from 152 FPS at 1080p Low to 63 FPS at 4K Low, a reduction of over 58%, which aligns with the GPU's compute limitations rather than the CPU's capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates show a clear pattern of GPU-limited performance as resolution increases. At 1080p, the combo is strong, with 152 FPS on Low and 108 FPS on High. Moving to 1440p, the frame rates drop to 105 FPS on Low and 75 FPS on High, which is a reduction of approximately 31% and 30%, respectively. At 4K, the performance falls further to 63 FPS on Low and 45 FPS on High, representing additional drops of 40% and 40% from 1440p.

This scaling behavior indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions. The CPU's performance remains relatively constant across resolutions, as its workload does not increase significantly with pixel count. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game's assets, but its raw compute power (7.181 TFLOPS) is not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K. The most telling data point is the 4K Ultra result of 29 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold for playability. Even at 4K Medium, the average of 49 FPS with a minimum of 42 FPS shows that the system can handle moderate settings, but it is not a smooth experience.

At 1080p, the combo is well-balanced, with the CPU capable of supporting frame rates above 100 FPS. The 1080p Ultra result of 69 FPS suggests that the GPU is starting to struggle with maxed-out settings even at this resolution, but it remains playable. The scaling from 1080p to 4K is steep, with a 70% drop in frame rates on High settings (from 108 to 45 FPS), confirming that users should target 1440p as the sweet spot for this hardware.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the best experience with this combo is achieved at 1440p with High settings. The data shows 75 FPS average at 2560x1440 High, which is smooth and above the 60 FPS threshold for most players. This setting balances visual quality with performance, avoiding the steep penalties of Ultra settings. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 108 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual gains over Medium (119 FPS) are marginal.

For users prioritizing frame rates over visuals, 1080p Low offers 152 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play but sacrifices graphical fidelity. The Medium preset at 1080p provides 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 FPS, making it a solid choice for a smooth experience without major visual compromises. At 1440p, the Medium preset hits 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS, which is also a viable option for those who want smoother motion.

At 4K, the data suggests avoiding Ultra settings entirely, as the 29 FPS average is unplayable. Even High settings at 4K (45 FPS) are borderline, while Medium (49 FPS) and Low (63 FPS) are more acceptable but still below the ideal 60 FPS target. The recommended configuration is 1440p High, which provides the best balance of visual quality and performance. For 1080p users, High is the optimal choice, while Medium is a fallback for those who want higher frame rates. The combo is not suited for 4K gaming beyond Low settings, so users should stick to lower resolutions for a consistent experience.