Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination delivers a playable experience in Greedfall, but the data reveals a clear hierarchy where resolution and settings dramatically shift the performance profile. This pairing offers its best results at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K gaming requires significant settings compromises to remain fluid.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep performance drop as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound title like Greedfall. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 108 FPS average. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 75 FPS, a reduction of 33 FPS. The jump to 4K High results in 45 FPS, which is 63 FPS lower than the 1080p High result. This progression indicates that the Radeon RX 6600 XT is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the scaling between 1080p and 1440p is roughly linear with pixel count, but the 4K results show disproportionate losses.

Looking at Low settings, the performance scaling tells a similar story. The 1080p Low average of 152 FPS falls to 105 FPS at 1440p, then plummets to 63 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p Low is 47 FPS, while the gap between 1440p and 4K Low is 42 FPS. The 4K Low result of 63 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold, but it highlights how even the lowest settings cannot fully compensate for the pixel count increase at 4K.

The Medium settings row provides the only complete min/max data in the pack. At 1080p Medium, the average is 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 and maximum of 137. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95. At 4K Medium, the average is 49 FPS with a minimum of 42 and maximum of 57. The minimum FPS values show that even at 1080p Medium, the system never dips below 101 FPS, indicating excellent frame pacing at that resolution.

Ultra settings are the most demanding, producing 69 FPS at 1080p, 48 FPS at 1440p, and only 29 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration that falls below 30 FPS, making it effectively unplayable for smooth gameplay. The scaling from 1080p Ultra to 1440p Ultra shows a 21 FPS drop, while the drop from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra is 19 FPS.

The resolution scaling data strongly suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The 4K results, while playable at Low settings, require significant sacrifices in visual quality to maintain playable framerates. The GPU is clearly the bottleneck at 4K, as the CPU has ample headroom at these frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this CPU and GPU combination ranks 2074 out of 2938 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the ranking, which is consistent with the RX 6600 XT's position as a mid-range GPU paired with a capable but not top-tier CPU. The rank of 2074 means that roughly 70 percent of tested combinations deliver higher average performance in this specific game.

The CPU itself holds the 83rd percentile among all tested CPUs in general benchmarks, which is a strong showing. However, the GPU sits at the 70th percentile among all GPUs. This gap in percentile positions confirms that the GPU is the performance ceiling for this pairing. The combo rank in Greedfall at 2074 of 2938 reflects this GPU-limited reality, as a stronger GPU would likely push this combo significantly higher in the rankings.

The nearest rivals for the CPU include the Intel Core i5-14600T, which scores 0.1 percent higher, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, which scores 0.2 percent higher. On the GPU side, the nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630, which scores 0.7 percent higher, and the Intel Arc A350M, which scores 0.8 percent lower. These close margins suggest that the 7400F is well-matched with its direct competitors, but the RX 6600 XT's rivals are all within 1.1 percent, indicating a tightly contested performance segment.

The combination's rank in Greedfall specifically, as opposed to general benchmarks, suggests that this game is somewhat more demanding on the GPU than average. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, does not translate into a higher combo rank because Greedfall's performance at the tested resolutions is primarily GPU-limited.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 23 chip manufactured on a 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1968 MHz, a game clock of 2359 MHz, and a boost clock of 2589 MHz. The memory runs at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU's 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Greedfall at 1080p and 1440p, as evidenced by the playable frame rates at those resolutions. However, the 4K results suggest that VRAM capacity or bandwidth may contribute to the performance drop, as the 4K Medium result of 49 FPS shows a significant reduction from the 1440p Medium result of 83 FPS. The memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s is adequate for this game at lower resolutions but becomes a limiting factor as pixel count increases.

The GPU's shading units number 2048, with 128 TMUs and 64 ROPs. The pixel rate of 165.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 331.4 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed for Greedfall's environments. The FP32 performance of 10.60 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 21.21 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) indicate the compute capabilities available for this Action RPG.

The GPU sits at the 70th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24442. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630, scores 0.7 percent higher with an average score of 24277. The Intel Arc A350M scores 0.8 percent lower at 24647, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER scores 1.1 percent higher at 24170. This tight clustering suggests the RX 6600 XT is performing exactly where expected for its class.

In Greedfall specifically, the GPU's role is dominant. The FPS differences between settings presets at each resolution far exceed what the CPU alone could produce. The 1080p Low to Ultra spread of 83 FPS (152 to 69) is entirely attributable to GPU workload, and the 4K Low to Ultra spread of 34 FPS (63 to 29) further confirms GPU-limited scaling.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides 12 distinct configurations across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the performance ranges from 152 FPS at Low to 69 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset delivers 119 FPS average with a minimum of 101 and maximum of 137, while High produces 108 FPS. The 1080p results show that even the most demanding Ultra preset stays above 60 FPS, making 1080p the resolution where this combo offers the most flexibility.

At 2560x1440, the results show a noticeable step down. Low settings produce 105 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium delivers 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95, maintaining playable frame rates throughout. High settings drop to 75 FPS, which remains comfortable for most gaming scenarios. Ultra falls to 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold but still playable for less demanding players.

The 3840x2160 results reveal the GPU's limitations most clearly. Low settings produce 63 FPS, which is barely above the 60 FPS mark. Medium drops to 49 FPS with a minimum of 42 and maximum of 57, which will show visible stuttering in busy scenes. High settings produce 45 FPS, and Ultra drops to 29 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most gamers.

The Medium preset at 1440p deserves particular attention because it includes both minimum and maximum values. The 70 FPS minimum and 95 maximum indicate a 25 FPS variance, which is relatively tight for an action RPG with dynamic scenes. The 4K Medium results show a 15 FPS variance between minimum and maximum, suggesting that frame pacing becomes more consistent at lower frame rates, though the absolute values are less desirable.

Comparing the High preset across resolutions shows a clear pattern: 108 FPS at 1080p, 75 FPS at 1440p, and 45 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 1440p is 33 FPS, while the delta between 1440p and 4K is 30 FPS. This near-linear scaling with pixel count indicates consistent GPU utilization without unexpected bottlenecks.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC, with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die.

The CPU's cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The CPU supports ECC memory and has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

In general benchmarks, the 7400F scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3072 in single-core. The PassMark multithread score is 25645, with single-thread at 3689. These scores place the CPU at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. The nearest rivals show extremely close margins: the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 0.1 percent higher at 32707, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 0.2 percent lower at 32812.

For Greedfall, the CPU's role is secondary to the GPU at the tested resolutions. The CPU has sufficient single-thread performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072, to feed the GPU at 1080p where frame rates reach 152 FPS. However, the CPU's 6-core configuration with 12 threads is more than adequate for this Action RPG, which does not typically stress multi-core performance as heavily as strategy or simulation titles.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node contribute to thermal efficiency, which is relevant for sustained gaming sessions. The boost clock of 4.70 GHz provides the single-thread speed needed for game logic and physics calculations. The 32 MB of L3 cache helps with data locality in open-world environments, though Greedfall's performance data suggests this is not a limiting factor.

At 1080p Low settings, the system produces 152 FPS, which suggests the CPU has significant headroom even at high frame rates. The fact that 1080p Ultra drops to 69 FPS while the CPU workload remains similar indicates that the GPU is the bottleneck at all settings presets. The CPU's percentile ranking of 83rd overall confirms it is a strong processor, but the combo's 2074 rank in Greedfall shows that GPU performance dominates the final frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and the user's preference for frame rate versus visual quality. At 1080p, the High preset at 108 FPS provides an excellent balance between visual fidelity and smoothness. The Ultra preset at 69 FPS remains playable but offers diminishing returns for the 39 FPS cost compared to High. The Medium preset at 119 FPS is the best choice for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, though the visual difference between Medium and High may be noticeable.

At 1440p, the High preset at 75 FPS is the recommended choice for most users. This provides a smooth experience that remains above the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining good visual quality. The Medium preset at 83 FPS offers a slight performance advantage with a 22 FPS increase over Ultra, making it the best option for users who prioritize frame rate stability. The Ultra preset at 48 FPS should be avoided unless the user prioritizes maximum visual quality over playability, as the 70 FPS minimum at Medium suggests frame pacing will be more consistent at that setting.

At 4K, the Low preset at 63 FPS is the only configuration that consistently stays above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 49 FPS is marginally playable but will show noticeable drops in demanding scenes, as evidenced by the 42 FPS minimum. The High preset at 45 FPS and Ultra at 29 FPS are not recommended for serious gameplay. Users with 4K displays should accept Low settings for smooth performance or consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for better visual quality at higher frame rates.

The Medium preset offers the most consistent frame pacing across all resolutions, as it is the only settings level with complete min/max data. At 1080p Medium, the 101 FPS minimum ensures no drops below playable levels. At 1440p Medium, the 70 FPS minimum provides a safe margin above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K Medium, the 42 FPS minimum is below 60 but remains consistent with the 49 FPS average.

For users with variable refresh rate monitors, the 1440p High preset at 75 FPS is the sweet spot, as it provides enough performance headroom to avoid frequent drops below the refresh rate. At 1080p, the High preset at 108 FPS is similarly well-suited for 100 Hz or 120 Hz displays. The 4K Low preset at 63 FPS is suitable for 60 Hz displays but leaves no room for demanding scenes.

Ultimately, the data suggests that this combo is best utilized at 1080p with High or Ultra settings, or at 1440p with Medium or High settings. The 4K resolution should be reserved for users who prioritize resolution over smoothness and are willing to accept Low settings. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this game at lower resolutions but become limiting factors at 4K, reinforcing the recommendation to stay at 1440p or below for the best experience.