Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a robust performance profile in Greedfall, with benchmark results showing a clear progression from exceptional 1080p frame rates to playable but increasingly demanding 4K performance. The data indicates that this configuration is well-balanced for high-refresh-rate gaming at mainstream resolutions, while also providing enough headroom for 4K at moderate settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured average FPS across the three tested resolutions reveals a predictable scaling curve that is heavily influenced by the chosen graphics preset. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 278.7 FPS, which drops to 219.3 FPS at Medium, 197.4 FPS at High, and 128.8 FPS at Ultra. Moving up to 1440p, the same settings yield 193.9, 151.7, 139.6, and 86.3 FPS respectively. At 4K (3840x2160), the averages fall to 111.6, 92.9, 83.2, and 54.4 FPS for Low, Medium, High, and Ultra.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a performance reduction of roughly 30% across all settings, indicating that the GPU is beginning to take on more work but still has ample headroom. The jump from 1440p to 4K is more punishing, with average FPS dropping by an additional 40-45% depending on the preset. For example, High settings go from 139.6 FPS at 1440p to 83.2 FPS at 4K, a decline of approximately 40%. This pattern suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU is still contributing meaningfully to frame delivery, especially at Low settings where 278.7 FPS and 193.9 FPS are achieved. At 4K, the rendering load shifts decisively to the GPU, and the frame rates become more dependent on the RTX 4070 SUPER's raw throughput.

The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that dips below 60 FPS, hitting an average of 54.4. This indicates that while the GPU is capable of handling 4K, the most demanding preset pushes it past its comfort zone. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 57.2 FPS, which is the largest absolute spread among all resolutions, highlighting how much of the GPU's headroom is consumed by the higher-fidelity settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Greedfall, this specific CPU-GPU pairing holds the 289th position out of 1705 total combos. This places it in the top 17% of all configurations tested, which is a strong showing for a mid-range processor paired with a high-end graphics card. The percentile ranking reflects the combination's ability to deliver high frame rates across most settings, with the only notable weakness being the 4K Ultra preset.

The rank is likely bolstered by the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's substantial memory bandwidth. The 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 5600X has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which helps maintain high minimum frame rates in a game that may not be heavily multithreaded. Meanwhile, the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth provide ample resources for texture-heavy scenes at higher resolutions. Compared to the wider field of 1705 combos, this pairing sits comfortably ahead of the median, indicating that it is a reliable choice for Greedfall at 1080p and 1440p.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is built on the Zen 3 architecture and features 6 cores and 12 threads. Its base clock is 3.70 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 917 in 3DMark single-thread and 2622 in Cinebench R23 single-core, suggesting strong per-core performance that is beneficial for games that rely on a few heavily loaded threads.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is most apparent at 1080p with lower settings, where the frame rates exceed 200 FPS. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 278.7, which is only possible if the CPU can feed the GPU quickly enough. The same pattern holds at 1440p Low, where 193.9 FPS is achieved. These numbers indicate that the 5600X is not a bottleneck at these settings, as it can sustain high instruction throughput. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 54.4 FPS, which is far below the CPU's potential, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor in that scenario.

The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are adequate for the game's data demands. The 3DMark multi-thread score of 5588 also shows that the CPU can handle background tasks without significantly impacting game performance. Overall, the data suggests that the Ryzen 5 5600X provides enough headroom to keep the RTX 4070 SUPER well-fed at all but the most extreme 4K settings, making it a balanced match for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates are consistent across all 12 tested configurations, with each resolution and settings combination yielding a distinct average. At 1920x1080, the lowest average is 128.8 FPS on Ultra, while the highest is 278.7 FPS on Low. The Medium preset at 1080p delivers 219.3 FPS, and High sits at 197.4 FPS. These numbers show that even the most demanding 1080p preset is far above the 60 FPS threshold, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the results are still very strong. The Low preset reaches 193.9 FPS, Medium hits 151.7 FPS, High achieves 139.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 86.3 FPS. All of these are playable, with Ultra still providing a smooth experience for most users. The 1440p data suggests that the RTX 4070 SUPER is well-suited for this resolution, as even the highest settings remain comfortably above 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates become more varied. Low settings yield 111.6 FPS, Medium produces 92.9 FPS, High delivers 83.2 FPS, and Ultra falls to 54.4 FPS. The 4K results show a clear tiering: Low through High are all playable, but Ultra is the only preset that struggles to maintain a consistent 60 FPS. The 4K Low to High spread is 28.4 FPS, which is narrower than the 1080p spread of 149.9 FPS between Low and Ultra, indicating that at 4K the GPU is more consistently loaded.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. All four presets at this resolution produce averages between 86.3 FPS and 193.9 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even on Ultra. While 1080p offers higher frame rates, 1440p provides a better balance of visual fidelity and performance.

Q: Can this setup handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K, the Low, Medium, and High presets all achieve averages above 80 FPS (111.6, 92.9, and 83.2 respectively). The Ultra preset, however, only reaches 54.4 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many users prefer.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at 1080p?

A: The CPU is not a bottleneck at 1080p. The average FPS on Low settings is 278.7, which is exceptionally high and indicates that the Ryzen 5 5600X can keep up with the RTX 4070 SUPER's output at this resolution. The single-thread score of 917 in 3DMark supports this finding.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and High settings?

A: Across all resolutions, the difference between Medium and High is modest. At 1080p, the gap is 21.9 FPS (219.3 vs 197.4). At 1440p, it is 12.1 FPS (151.7 vs 139.6). At 4K, it is 9.7 FPS (92.9 vs 83.2). This suggests that High settings offer a meaningful visual upgrade without a major performance penalty.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worth using?

A: It depends on the resolution. At 1080p and 1440p, Ultra is playable with averages of 128.8 FPS and 86.3 FPS respectively. At 4K, the 54.4 FPS average is borderline, so users may prefer High (83.2 FPS) for a smoother experience.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: It ranks 289th out of 1705 total combos, placing it in the top 17%. This is a strong result, indicating that the pairing is well-matched for Greedfall and performs better than the majority of other tested setups.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays with a 144 Hz or higher refresh rate, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 128.8 FPS, which is still well above the refresh rate of most monitors. For users with 1440p 144 Hz displays, the High preset (139.6 FPS) is recommended over Ultra (86.3 FPS), as it provides a significant frame rate boost while maintaining high visual quality.

At 4K, the choice is between High and Medium. The High preset at 83.2 FPS offers a good balance of image quality and smoothness, making it the recommended option for most users. The Medium preset (92.9 FPS) is a viable alternative for those who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, while Ultra (54.4 FPS) should be avoided unless the user has a 60 Hz monitor and is willing to accept occasional drops below 60 FPS. Overall, the High preset provides the best experience across all resolutions, offering a strong combination of performance and visual detail without pushing the hardware to its limits.