Greedfall

Greedfall is an Action RPG from 2019 that can be pushed to very high frame rates with this hardware pairing, but the data reveals that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the decisive factor in how the experience scales. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X provides ample headroom, ensuring that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at every tested resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent pattern: performance drops are directly tied to the increasing pixel count, which places a greater load on the GPU. At 1080p with Ultra settings, the combo produces 142.8 average FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops that to 101.2 average FPS, a reduction of approximately 29%. The jump to 4K at Ultra is the most demanding, resulting in 60.2 average FPS, which is a further 40% drop from the 1440p figure.

This scaling behavior indicates that the limiting component is the graphics card. The RTX 4080 SUPER, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth, is being pushed harder as resolution increases. The frame rate reduction from 1080p to 4K is steep, showing that the GPU's rendering workload is scaling nearly linearly with pixel count, which is expected for a title like Greedfall that is not heavily reliant on CPU physics or simulation.

The difference between High and Low settings at each resolution also highlights the GPU's role. At 4K, the gap between Low (129.7 FPS) and Ultra (60.2 FPS) is a massive 69.5 FPS, or 115%. This substantial variance shows that the GPU has the headroom to render the game at lower settings with ease, but the more complex shading and effects at Ultra present a significant challenge. At 1080p, the same Low-to-Ultra gap is 169.8 FPS, but the absolute values are all high, meaning the CPU is not the limiting factor even at the lowest settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18578 and a single-core score of 2622, indicate a strong performer for gaming. Its boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides the necessary single-thread responsiveness that many games rely on.

In Greedfall, the data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck, even at 1080p where frame rates are highest. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 312.6 average FPS. This extremely high number demonstrates that the 5600X can feed frames fast enough to keep the RTX 4080 SUPER busy. If the CPU were a limiting factor, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS regardless of lower resolution or settings, but that is not the case.

The processor's 32 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are more than sufficient for this game's logic. The CPU's performance percentile of 78 versus all CPUs puts it in a solid position, but its nearest rivals show it is not an outlier. It sits 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Core i7-10700 in average benchmark score. This suggests that while the CPU is capable, it is not the star of the show; its job is to stay out of the way of the GPU, and it does so effectively.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing. With a boost clock of 2550 MHz and 10240 shading units, it has the raw compute power to drive high frame rates. Its 16 GB of VRAM is ample for Greedfall's textures, preventing any memory-related stutters or performance dips at 4K. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 34245 and its 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs confirm its high-end status.

The benchmark results show that the GPU's performance is the primary variable in the FPS equation. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 60.2, which is a playable frame rate but shows the game's heavy settings can tax even this powerful card. The data shows that the RTX 4080 SUPER is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT in average benchmark score, but 2.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This indicates it is a top-tier card, but its performance in Greedfall is consistent with its overall standing.

The GPU's memory bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s is crucial for the 4K resolution results. The difference between 4K Medium (100.5 FPS) and 4K High (90.7 FPS) is about 9.8 FPS, showing that the incremental settings changes have a measurable impact on the GPU's workload. The fact that 4K Low (129.7 FPS) is more than double the 4K Ultra (60.2 FPS) frame rate shows that the Ultra preset introduces effects that heavily load the GPU's compute and memory subsystems.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle Greedfall at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, it is playable. At 4K Ultra settings, the average FPS is 60.2. For a smoother experience, dropping to High settings raises the average to 90.7 FPS, and Medium settings achieve 100.5 FPS.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X holding back the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The data shows it is not a significant bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 312.6 average FPS, indicating the CPU can keep up with the GPU's frame generation capabilities.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K on Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 142.8 at 1080p to 60.2 at 4K, a reduction of 82.6 FPS. This demonstrates the significant load increase on the GPU at higher resolutions.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to its nearest rival, the RX 6900 XT?

A: In average benchmark scores, the RTX 4080 SUPER is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT. This shows they are very closely matched in raw compute performance.

Q: Is 16 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: Yes, the 16 GB of GDDR6X memory is more than sufficient for Greedfall. The high frame rates at 4K, even with complex settings, indicate that VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor in these tests.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate monitors?

A: At 1440p, the combo delivers over 100 average FPS on all settings. High settings yield 157.9 FPS, and even Ultra settings produce 101.2 FPS, making it ideal for 144Hz displays.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the High preset is the clear recommendation. At 1440p, High settings deliver 157.9 average FPS, which is a significant improvement over the 101.2 FPS of Ultra. The visual difference between High and Ultra is rarely worth a 56.7 FPS drop at this resolution. At 4K, High settings are also superior to Ultra, providing 90.7 average FPS versus 60.2, ensuring a more consistent and responsive experience.

The Ultra preset is only advisable for players who prioritize absolute visual quality and have a 60Hz display. At 4K, it targets exactly 60.2 average FPS, which is on the edge of playability. For 1080p users, the Medium preset at 250.7 FPS is a sweet spot if you want to avoid the performance cost of higher settings, though High at 223.5 FPS is also excellent. The Low preset offers the highest frame rates (312.6 FPS at 1080p), but it will noticeably degrade the game's graphics, making it a less desirable choice for a title that relies on atmosphere.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces high frame rates across all settings. The Low preset achieves 312.6 average FPS, Medium reaches 250.7, High hits 223.5, and Ultra drops to 142.8. The scaling is consistent, with each step up in quality resulting in a measurable performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain excellent. Low settings yield 217.9 average FPS, Medium produces 173.6, High delivers 157.9, and Ultra drops to 101.2. This resolution offers a great balance, with even the most demanding preset maintaining a triple-digit average.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is put to the test. Low settings still produce a smooth 129.7 average FPS, Medium achieves 100.5, and High delivers 90.7. Ultra is the most demanding, resulting in 60.2 average FPS. This data shows that 4K is viable, but users must be selective with settings to achieve their desired frame rate target.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 135th out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the top 8% of all configurations in the database. The high ranking is primarily driven by the GPU's exceptional performance, as the CPU's role is supportive.

This ranking is impressive, but it is not at the very top. The fact that 134 other combinations perform better suggests that there are CPUs with higher single-thread performance or more cores that can push the RTX 4080 SUPER even further, particularly at lower resolutions where CPU overhead is more relevant. The 5600X's percentile of 78 versus all CPUs indicates it is a good, but not elite, processor. The combo's position in the rankings reflects a system that is very well-balanced for high-refresh-rate gaming, but with a CPU that allows a few other pairings to edge it out in specific scenarios.