Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 delivers a performance profile in Greedfall that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphical presets. The measured data shows a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, yet it transitions to a more demanding experience as pixel count increases. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS across the tested configurations, examining the roles of the CPU and GPU in this specific Action RPG.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a significant and predictable drop in frame rates, revealing where the system's bottleneck lies. At the High preset, the average frame rate falls from 136 FPS at 1080p to 94 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of approximately 31% when moving to 1440p. Scaling further to 4K, the average drops to 56 FPS, which represents a 40% decline from the 1440p figure and a 59% decline from the 1080p baseline. This steep degradation at 4K indicates that the rendering load at that resolution is overwhelming the GPU, making it the primary limiting factor.

Examining the Low preset reveals a similar trend, although the absolute numbers are higher. The system achieves 191 FPS at 1080p, which then falls to 132 FPS at 1440p and finally to 79 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is roughly 59%, closely mirroring the High preset's scaling. However, the fact that the 4K Low result (79 FPS) is higher than the 1080p Ultra result (87 FPS) suggests that the GPU's workload is the dominant constraint, as reducing graphical fidelity at the same resolution yields a larger performance gain than lowering the resolution itself.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with an average of 87 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 60 FPS at 1440p, and collapsing to 36 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is the lowest of all measured data points, confirming that the combination of maximum settings and high pixel count creates an untenable load for this GPU. The Medium preset demonstrates a similar pattern, with 150 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K. The data consistently shows that the scaling penalty from 1440p to 4K is more severe than from 1080p to 1440p, a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario where the fill-rate and memory bandwidth requirements of 4K exceed the card's capabilities.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700, built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, is clearly the dominant component in this pairing for Greedfall. Its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s, which is a substantial resource for handling high-resolution textures. The GPU's boost clock reaches 2459 MHz, with a game clock of 2041 MHz, providing the raw computational throughput needed for the game's rendering tasks. The 2560 shading units and 96 ROPs are responsible for the pixel processing that becomes increasingly demanding at higher resolutions.

The benchmark data reinforces the GPU's central role. The measured FPS at 4K High (56 FPS) versus 1080p High (136 FPS) shows a clear performance ceiling imposed by the GPU. The GPU's synthetic benchmark scores place it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 15852. Its nearest rivals in synthetic tests include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129 (a 1.7% difference), and the AMD Radeon RX 9060, which scores 16014 (a 1% difference). These close scores in generalized benchmarks suggest the RX 7700's performance in Greedfall is consistent with its overall standing, though the game's specific engine may favor certain architectures.

The fact that the 4K Medium preset (62 FPS) is nearly identical to the 4K High preset (56 FPS) suggests that the GPU is being saturated even at these settings. The difference between Low (79 FPS) and Medium (62 FPS) at 4K is more pronounced, indicating that the Medium preset introduces enough additional graphical effects to significantly increase the load. The 16 GB VRAM capacity is unlikely to be a limitation at these settings, but the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are the primary drivers of the performance numbers observed.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy for optimizing the gameplay experience. For players targeting a 60 FPS average, the Medium preset at 1440p is the most suitable option, delivering 104 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS. This configuration offers a substantial cushion above the 60 FPS target, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. At 4K, the Medium preset also achieves the 60 FPS target, with an average of 62 FPS and a minimum of 53 FPS, though the minimum frame rate suggests occasional dips below the target.

For those with high refresh rate displays at 1080p, the High preset delivers 136 FPS, which is an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 87 FPS, which is still playable but sacrifices a significant amount of performance for marginal visual gains. Pushing to 4K, the High preset produces an average of 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may result in noticeable stuttering. The Low preset is the only configuration that consistently exceeds 60 FPS at 4K, with an average of 79 FPS, but it does so by compromising visual fidelity.

The data suggests that the Medium preset is the sweet spot for this combination. At 1440p, it provides a high frame rate with a comfortable minimum, while at 4K it barely maintains the 60 FPS standard. The Ultra preset is generally not recommended, as its 36 FPS at 4K and 60 FPS at 1440p do not offer a consistent experience. The Low preset is viable for competitive or high-refresh-rate play at 1080p, where it hits 191 FPS, but the visual trade-offs are substantial. The optimal experience balances the Medium preset with a resolution of 1440p, maximizing frame rate stability without the steep performance cost of 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Greedfall, the Ryzen 5 4600G and RX 7700 pairing ranks at 1307 out of 2938 total combinations. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating a solidly mid-range performance tier. The rank reflects the system's ability to handle the game well at 1080p and 1440p, but its limitations at 4K Ultra prevent it from reaching a higher standing.

The CPU's synthetic benchmarks show it at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17507. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (scoring 17482, a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Core i3-14100T (scoring 17648, a -0.8% difference). The GPU, as previously noted, sits at the 58th percentile. The combination of a CPU in the upper quartile and a GPU in the upper-middle quartile results in a system that is well-balanced for most gaming scenarios, but the GPU's relative weakness compared to the CPU becomes apparent at higher resolutions.

The combo's rank of 1307 out of 2938 suggests that while it outperforms a majority of systems, it is not exceptionally powerful. The data indicates that the GPU is the more limiting factor in this pairing, as its percentile rank is lower than the CPU's. This is consistent with the resolution scaling analysis, which showed a sharper FPS drop at 4K, a typical sign of a GPU bottleneck. The system is therefore more competitive at 1080p and 1440p, where the CPU can more effectively feed the GPU, than at 4K, where the GPU's raw rendering power is the deciding factor.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G, a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, provides a robust foundation for this system. With a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, it offers sufficient single-thread performance for gaming, as evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 726 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1919. The CPU's 8 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for feeding the GPU in most scenarios.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role becomes more significant at lower resolutions. The jump from 1080p Low (191 FPS) to 1080p High (136 FPS) shows a 55 FPS difference, which is primarily due to the increased GPU load, but the CPU must still maintain the game's simulation and draw calls. At 4K, the CPU's impact is diminished, as the GPU's rendering time dominates the frame time. The CPU's 3DMark max-threads score of 4889 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593 indicate that it has ample multi-threaded capabilities, which are beneficial for the game's background processes.

The CPU's percentile rank of 71 and its nearest rivals' scores suggest it is a capable gaming processor, but not a top-tier one. The data shows that this CPU is not the bottleneck in this system, as the GPU's performance ceiling is reached first at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the high frame rates (136-191 FPS) push the CPU's limits, but it still delivers playable results. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration is sufficient for Greedfall, which is not heavily multithreaded, and the CPU's clocks are adequate for maintaining high frame rates without stuttering.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable at 4K with this combo?

A: The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 79 FPS, achieved with the Low settings preset. The Medium preset comes close with 62 FPS, while High and Ultra drop to 56 FPS and 36 FPS, respectively.

Q: Is the RX 7700's 16 GB VRAM sufficient for Greedfall at all settings?

A: Yes, the 16 GB of GDDR6 memory is more than sufficient for this game. The benchmark data shows no indications of VRAM limitations, as the primary performance constraint at higher resolutions is the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth, not its capacity.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G averages a benchmark score of 17507. It is 0.1% faster than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17482) and 0.6% faster than the Intel Core 7 150U (17395), but it is 0.6% slower than the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE (17614) and 0.8% slower than the Intel Core i3-14100T (17648).

Q: What is the best preset for a stable 60 FPS experience at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 provides an average of 104 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target. The High preset also delivers 94 FPS, but the Medium preset offers a larger margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the system perform better relative to other combos at lower resolutions?

A: Yes, the system ranks 1307 out of 2938 combos overall. The data suggests it is more competitive at 1080p and 1440p, where the CPU can keep up with the GPU, than at 4K, where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for the Medium preset at each resolution?

A: The measured minimum FPS for the Medium preset is 127 at 1080p, 88 at 1440p, and 53 at 4K. These figures represent the lowest recorded frame rates and are useful for assessing frame time consistency.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS measured for each resolution and settings combination:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 56 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 79 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 62 | 53 | 71 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 36 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 94 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 132 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 104 | 88 | 120 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 60 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 136 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 191 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 150 | 127 | 172 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 87 | - | - |

The data shows a consistent pattern: the Medium preset provides the most balanced frame pacing, with recorded minimum and maximum values that indicate a stable experience. The High and Ultra presets lack minimum/maximum data, but their averages suggest they are less consistent. At 1080p, all presets are playable, with even the Ultra preset maintaining an average of 87 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset dips to 60 FPS, which is the minimum acceptable average for smooth play, while at 4K, only the Low and Medium presets offer averages above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below 40 FPS, rendering it effectively unplayable for a smooth experience.