Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a combination that sits near the very bottom of the tested hierarchy for Greedfall. With a rank of 2699 out of 2938 recorded combos, this pairing places in the 8th percentile of all tested systems. This is a decisive indicator that the configuration is heavily constrained, and the performance data confirms a system struggling to maintain playable frame rates in most scenarios. The numbers suggest a fundamental imbalance where the GPU is the overwhelming bottleneck, a conclusion supported by the lowly 5th percentile ranking of the Arc B370 among all GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2699 out of 2938 places this system in the bottom 8.1% of all tested configurations for Greedfall. This is not a marginal deficit; it is a significant gap that places the system in the company of much older or lower-end hardware. The data indicates that this pairing will struggle to deliver a smooth experience, as the average frame rates at nearly every resolution and settings combination fall below the 60 FPS threshold that is often considered the baseline for action RPGs. The ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's performance ceiling, which is the primary factor limiting this system's capability in this title.

The CPU, while a solid performer in its own right, does little to boost the combo's standing. The Ryzen 5 5600X's 75th percentile ranking among all CPUs shows it is a capable processor, but in this specific pairing, its potential is left untapped. The benchmark results show a system that is GPU-bound, meaning the CPU is often waiting for the graphics card to finish its work. The combo's rank, therefore, is less a reflection of the CPU's ability and more a direct measure of the Arc B370's performance ceiling in Greedfall. The data points to a system that is not well-suited for the game's demands, regardless of the CPU's theoretical headroom.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the decisive factor in this combo's performance, and its specifications explain the measured results. The GPU's 5th percentile ranking against all other GPUs is a stark indicator of its limited performance class. Its benchmark score of 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test is nearly identical to that of the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which is a much older part. The deltaPct values against its nearest rivals are all within a 1.4% range, showing that this GPU sits in a very specific, low-performance tier. The Arc B370's boost clock is 2400 MHz, but its memory is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main memory (DDR4) rather than dedicated VRAM. This architecture is a critical weakness for a game like Greedfall, which likely requires substantial memory bandwidth.

The use of shared system memory for graphics operations is a primary contributor to the low frame rates. The memory bus width and bandwidth are listed as "System Shared" and "System Dependent," respectively, which means performance is tied to the CPU's dual-channel DDR4 memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. This is a far cry from the dedicated high-bandwidth memory found on discrete GPUs. The GPU's 1280 shading units and 20 ROPs are also modest figures, limiting its fill rate and pixel throughput. The data suggests that the Arc B370 is not designed for demanding 3D workloads, and its performance in Greedfall is consistent with a low-power integrated-class solution, despite being listed as a separate component.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, confirming the GPU as the primary limiting factor. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 76 FPS. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset that approaches a high-refresh experience. Moving to 1440p at the same Low settings, the average drops to 53 FPS, a 30.3% reduction. At 4K with Low settings, the average further falls to 31 FPS, which is a 59.2% reduction from the 1080p result. These percentage drops are substantial and indicate that the GPU's compute and memory resources are being saturated as the pixel count increases.

The pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For High settings, the system goes from 54 FPS at 1080p to 38 FPS at 1440p to 22 FPS at 4K. This consistent scaling behavior is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. When the GPU is the limiting factor, frame rates drop roughly in proportion to the increase in pixel count. The data shows that the Arc B370 is simply unable to keep up with the demands of higher resolutions. The system is only capable of providing a playable experience (above 30 FPS) at 1080p for Low and Medium settings, and it barely touches 30 FPS at 4K Low. This scaling analysis suggests that any attempt to play at higher resolutions will result in a severe performance penalty, with no relief from the CPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the best performance this combo can achieve in Greedfall?

A: The highest average FPS recorded in the dataset is 76 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only settings/resolution combination that produces a frame rate above 70 FPS.

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

A: The data indicates no. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS is 31 (Low settings). The Ultra preset at 4K yields an average of only 14 FPS, which is far below acceptable playability.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 5600X has an average benchmark score of 21771. It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H and 0.5% behind both the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U and the Intel Core i7-11700. This shows it is a mid-pack performer, not a top-tier CPU.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The data strongly indicates the GPU is the bottleneck. The GPU's 5th percentile ranking and the significant FPS drops when increasing resolution point to the Arc B370 as the limiting factor. The CPU's 75th percentile ranking shows it has more headroom than the GPU.

Q: What are the minimum FPS numbers for the Medium settings preset?

A: For the Medium preset, the minimum FPS recorded is 51 at 1920x1080, 35 at 2560x1440, and 21 at 3840x2160. These minimums are significantly lower than the averages, indicating potential for stutter.

Q: What is the performance delta between the Arc B370 and its closest rival?

A: The Arc B370's 3DMark score is 1184. It is 0.2% behind the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, 0.5% behind the ATI Radeon HD 5770, and 1.4% ahead of the AMD FirePro M2000. This shows it is performance-equivalent to a much older generation of GPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive look at the system's capabilities across a matrix of resolutions and settings.

At 3840x2160 (4K):

• Ultra: The average FPS is 14. This is the lowest performance recorded in the entire dataset.
• High: The average FPS is 22. This is still far below the threshold for smooth gameplay.
• Medium: The average FPS is 25, with a minimum of 21 and a maximum of 28. This shows a tight, low range.
• Low: The average FPS is 31. This is the only 4K result that reaches the 30 FPS mark, which is often considered the minimum for playability.

At 2560x1440 (1440p):

• Ultra: The average FPS is 24. This is a poor result, indicating the settings are too demanding.
• High: The average FPS is 38. This is a marginal improvement but still below 60 FPS.
• Medium: The average FPS is 41, with a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 48. The minimum suggests occasional dips below playable levels.
• Low: The average FPS is 53. This is the best 1440p result but still not a solid 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080 (1080p):

• Ultra: The average FPS is 35. This is the weakest 1080p result, showing that Ultra is not viable.
• High: The average FPS is 54. This approaches but does not reach the 60 FPS target.
• Medium: The average FPS is 60, with a minimum of 51 and a maximum of 69. This is the first preset to hit a 60 FPS average, though the minimum shows some variance.
• Low: The average FPS is 76. This is the highest score recorded for this combo and provides the smoothest experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, boosting up to 4.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11838 and a single-core score of 1541, place it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. This indicates a processor with solid performance for gaming and general tasks. However, in this specific combo for Greedfall, the CPU's role is secondary. The data shows that the system is not CPU-bound; the frame rates are dictated by the GPU's limitations.

The CPU's 75th percentile ranking contrasts sharply with the GPU's 5th percentile ranking. This disparity suggests that the CPU is not the source of the performance issues. The Ryzen 5 5600X is a capable processor that can handle the game's logic and draw calls with room to spare. The bottleneck is clearly the Intel Arc B370, which cannot render frames fast enough to utilize the CPU's full potential. The 3DMark multi-threaded score of 5582 and the Passmark multithread score of 21858 further confirm the CPU's capability, but these strengths are irrelevant when the GPU is the limiting factor. The data implies that a more powerful GPU would be needed to unlock the CPU's potential in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is found at 1080p with the Medium or Low presets. The Medium preset at 1080p yields an average of 60 FPS, which is the standard target for smooth gameplay. However, the minimum FPS of 51 indicates that there can be noticeable frame dips during intense scenes. The Low preset at 1080p provides a higher average of 76 FPS, offering more headroom and likely a more stable experience, though with reduced visual fidelity. For players who prioritize a consistent frame rate over visual quality, the Low preset is the safer choice.

At 1440p, the situation is more challenging. The Low preset provides an average of 53 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 41 FPS, which is approaching the lower bounds of playability. The High and Ultra presets at this resolution are not recommended due to average frame rates of 38 and 24 FPS, respectively. The data suggests that 1440p gaming is only viable with the Low preset, and even then, it will not provide a consistently smooth 60 FPS experience. Playing at 4K is not practical with this combo, as even the Low preset only achieves 31 FPS, which is marginal. The best experience, according to the data, is to stick to 1080p and choose between the Medium and Low presets based on whether visual quality or frame rate stability is more important.