Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and AMD Radeon RX 580 pairing in Greedfall represents a classic 1080p-oriented combination, with the data showing a clear ceiling at higher resolutions. Benchmark results indicate that the system is capable of smooth gameplay at 1080p with medium settings, but struggles significantly at 4K, where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS numbers show a steep performance cliff that users should consider before pushing this hardware to its limits.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G brings six cores and twelve threads to the table, running on the Zen 2 architecture with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. This 4000-series processor sits on the AM4 socket and features an 8 MB shared L3 cache, which is a modest amount for a modern gaming CPU. The processor's benchmark scores place it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17489, indicating that it sits comfortably above the median in overall processing power.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is secondary to the GPU at most settings, but the data shows it is not entirely without influence. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 81.8 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. This suggests that the Ryzen 5 4600G is capable of feeding the graphics card with enough data to maintain high frame rates when the GPU load is light. However, looking at the processor's nearest rivals, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 17482 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17475 (0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i3-13100F scores 17665 (-1% delta). These figures show that the 4600G is essentially in a dead heat with its closest competitors, meaning any performance differences in Greedfall would likely come from the GPU rather than CPU headroom.

The single-threaded performance of the 4600G, as measured by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1919, is adequate for Greedfall's game logic and AI. The multi-threaded score of 13593 in the same test indicates that the processor has enough headroom for background tasks without impacting gameplay. The data does not show a scenario where the CPU becomes the limiting factor in Greedfall; instead, the GPU saturates first as resolution and settings increase.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is the clear performance driver in this combination, featuring 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus with 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU runs at a base clock of 1257 MHz with a boost clock of 1340 MHz, and its 2304 shading units provide a theoretical FP32 performance of 6.175 TFLOPS. The card's benchmark scores place it in the 53rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13559, showing that it is a mid-range performer that has aged significantly since its 2017 release.

In Greedfall, the RX 580's performance profile is clearly visible in the measured FPS. At 1080p, the card delivers playable frame rates, but the jump to 1440p causes a substantial drop across all settings. The data shows that at 1080p Ultra, the system only manages 36.6 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13564 avg score, 0% delta), the GTX 950 (13549 avg score, 0.1% delta), and the AMD Radeon Pro 455 (13416 avg score, 1.1% delta). These comparisons indicate that the RX 580 is positioned in a performance tier that is roughly equivalent to older mid-range cards, which aligns with its measured behavior in Greedfall.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Greedfall's texture requirements, as the game does not appear to exceed this limit at the tested settings. The memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s is the more critical factor, as higher resolutions demand more data throughput. The steep frame rate decline at 4K, where even Low settings only yield 34 FPS, points to the GPU's memory subsystem and shading power being overwhelmed by the pixel count.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Greedfall with this hardware?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system consistently achieves playable frame rates, with a range of 36.6 FPS at Ultra to 81.8 FPS at Low.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?*

A: No. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only produce 34 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to a slideshow-like 12.8 FPS, making 4K unplayable.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G scores 17489 on average, which is nearly identical to the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17482), the Intel Core i5-12450H (17475), and the Intel Core i3-14100T (17636), with delta percentages ranging from -1% to 0.1%.

Q: What is the GPU's performance ranking relative to all GPUs?

A: The Radeon RX 580 sits in the 53rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13559, placing it in the lower-middle tier of graphics cards.

Q: Which settings preset gives the highest frame rate at 1080p?

A: Low settings at 1920x1080 produce the highest measured average of 81.8 FPS, followed by Medium at 66.2 FPS and High at 56.3 FPS.

Q: Is there a large performance gap between Medium and Ultra at 1440p?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, Medium settings deliver 45.9 FPS while Ultra drops to 26.7 FPS, representing a significant 41.8% reduction in average frame rate.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of how this combination performs across different configurations. At 1920x1080, the system delivers the following average frame rates: Low settings produce 81.8 FPS, Medium settings produce 66.2 FPS, High settings produce 56.3 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 36.6 FPS. This represents a clear scaling pattern where each step up in quality costs roughly 10-15 FPS, with the jump from High to Ultra being the most punishing at 19.7 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop considerably: Low settings achieve 59 FPS, Medium settings achieve 45.9 FPS, High settings achieve 38.5 FPS, and Ultra settings achieve 26.7 FPS. The 1440p results show that the system can still approach playable frame rates at lower settings, but Ultra becomes marginal at best. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 32.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU is being taxed heavily by the higher pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles across the board: Low settings produce 34 FPS, Medium settings produce 28 FPS, High settings produce 26.7 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 12.8 FPS. The 4K results are uniformly poor, with even the lowest settings failing to reach 35 FPS. The data reveals that the RX 580 simply does not have the bandwidth or compute power to handle 4K in Greedfall with any degree of smoothness.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and AMD Radeon RX 580 ranks 1566 out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places the system in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a low-performing setup relative to the broader hardware landscape. The rank of 1566 out of 1705 means that there are 139 tested combos that perform worse, while the vast majority of systems outperform this pairing.

This ranking is consistent with the component-level data. The CPU sits at the 75th percentile, but the GPU only reaches the 53rd percentile, and the GPU's performance is the dominant factor in Greedfall. The combination's low rank suggests that the GPU drags down the overall experience significantly, as the CPU would likely be capable of supporting a much stronger graphics card in gaming scenarios. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at lower-to-medium settings, where it can still deliver acceptable performance, but it is not competitive with even mid-range systems at higher resolutions.

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

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's resolution and tolerance for frame rate drops. At 1920x1080, Medium settings at 66.2 FPS provide the best balance between visual quality and performance, as this frame rate is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. High settings at 56.3 FPS are also viable for users who prefer better visuals and can tolerate slightly lower frame rates. Low settings at 81.8 FPS offer the highest headroom but compromise visual fidelity unnecessarily.

At 2560x1440, Low settings at 59 FPS are the only preset that approaches playable frame rates, and even this is borderline. Medium settings at 45.9 FPS may be acceptable for users who prioritize visuals over smoothness, but the data suggests that 1440p should be avoided unless the user is willing to accept significant compromises. At 3840x2160, none of the settings presets are recommended, as even Low at 34 FPS is below the threshold for comfortable gameplay, and Ultra at 12.8 FPS is effectively unplayable.

For the best overall experience, the data points to 1920x1080 with Medium settings as the sweet spot. This configuration delivers 66.2 FPS, which is smooth enough for action RPG gameplay, while maintaining reasonable visual quality. Users who want maximum frame rates can drop to Low at 81.8 FPS, while those who prioritize visuals can push to High at 56.3 FPS with only a modest sacrifice in smoothness.

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

The resolution scaling data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of frame rate degradation as resolution increases. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at Low settings, the average FPS drops from 81.8 to 59, representing a 27.9% decrease. At Medium settings, the drop is from 66.2 to 45.9, a 30.7% decrease. At High settings, the drop is from 56.3 to 38.5, a 31.6% decrease. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 36.6 to 26.7, a 27% decrease. This consistent proportional drop across all settings indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the pixel count increase from 1080p to 1440p (approximately 77% more pixels) is not fully reflected in the frame rate decline.

The transition from 1440p to 4K shows an even more dramatic collapse. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 59 to 34, a 42.4% decrease. At Medium settings, the drop is from 45.9 to 28, a 39% decrease. At High settings, the drop is from 38.5 to 26.7, a 30.6% decrease. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 26.7 to 12.8, a 52.1% decrease. The 4K resolution has roughly 2.25 times the pixels of 1440p, and the frame rate declines are in the 30-50% range, which is actually less than the pixel count increase would suggest. This suggests that the GPU is not purely pixel-bound at 4K; rather, it is also constrained by memory bandwidth and shading throughput.

The overall pattern from 1080p to 4K shows that the RX 580's performance scales poorly with resolution. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 81.8 FPS, but at 4K Low, it only reaches 34 FPS, a 58.4% reduction. This steep decline confirms that the GPU is the primary bottleneck in this combination, as the Ryzen 5 4600G's processing power is largely untapped at higher resolutions. The data indicates that users should stick to 1080p for any serious gameplay, as the system simply does not have the graphical horsepower to handle higher resolutions with acceptable frame rates.