Greedfall

Greedfall, the 2019 action RPG from Spiders, presents an interesting test for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT pairing. Benchmark results for this combo show a system that is capable of delivering smooth frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to show its limitations at 4K. The data indicates a performance profile where the 12 GB VRAM buffer and the CPU's six Zen 4 cores are both significant factors, depending on the resolution and settings chosen.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 130 FPS at 1080p to 90 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 54 FPS at 4K. This represents a 30.8% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 40% decrease from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is consistent across all settings, with the Low preset showing a similar trend: 182 FPS at 1080p, 126 FPS at 1440p, and 75 FPS at 4K.

The frame rate drop from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep, suggesting that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 4K, the Radeon RX 6700 XT must render four times the pixels of 1080p, and the data shows that this workload pushes the GPU to its limits, especially with the Ultra preset where the average FPS plummets to 34. The 34 FPS average at 4K Ultra is a strong indicator that this resolution and settings combination is not viable for smooth gameplay.

Interestingly, the gap between the Low and Medium presets at each resolution is relatively small, while the jump from Medium to High is more pronounced. For instance, at 1440p, the average FPS goes from 126 (Low) to 99 (Medium) to 90 (High), a difference of 27 FPS between Low and Medium, but only 9 FPS between Medium and High. This suggests that the Medium preset offers a good balance of visual quality and performance, as it does not incur the significant performance penalty seen with the High or Ultra presets. The Ultra preset, on the other hand, shows a massive drop-off, with average FPS falling from 90 at High to 57 at 1440p, and from 54 at High to 34 at 4K, indicating that the additional visual features in the Ultra preset are extremely demanding for this GPU.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU combo in Greedfall?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 is the sweet spot for this pairing. At the High preset, the combo achieves an average of 90 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At 1920x1080, the average FPS is even higher at 130, but the visual fidelity is lower. The 4K resolution is playable only at Low settings (75 FPS average), but the Medium (59 FPS) and High (54 FPS) presets hover near or below the 60 FPS mark.

Q: How does the Ultra preset affect performance?

A: The Ultra preset has a dramatic negative impact on frame rates. At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 130 (High) to 83 (Ultra), a 36% decrease. At 2560x1440, the drop is from 90 (High) to 57 (Ultra), a 37% decrease. At 3840x2160, the average FPS falls to just 34, making the game nearly unplayable. This indicates that the Ultra preset's visual enhancements are not well optimized for the RX 6700 XT.

Q: Is the 12 GB of VRAM sufficient for Greedfall at 4K?

A: The benchmark results suggest that 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game at 4K, as the GPU is able to render frames at all settings. However, the low average FPS at 4K High (54) and Ultra (34) indicate that the GPU's compute power, not its memory capacity, is the limiting factor. The VRAM capacity appears adequate, but the GPU's processing speed is not fast enough for high frame rates at this resolution.

Q: How does the combo's performance at 1080p Medium compare to 1440p Medium?

A: The 1080p Medium preset yields an average of 143 FPS, while the 1440p Medium preset yields 99 FPS. This is a 30.8% decrease in performance when moving up one resolution tier. The 1080p result shows the CPU and GPU are capable of delivering very high frame rates, suggesting that the system is not bottlenecked at this resolution. The 1440p result still maintains a high frame rate, making it the recommended resolution for a balance of visual quality and performance.

Q: What is the role of the CPU's boost clock in this game's performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The 1080p Low preset result of 182 FPS average suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to achieve very high frame rates. The high boost clock helps ensure that the CPU does not become a bottleneck at lower resolutions where the GPU has less work to do. The data indicates that the CPU is not the primary limiting factor in this game, as the frame rates scale down consistently with resolution.

Q: Are the minimum FPS values available for all settings?

A: No, the data pack includes minimum FPS values only for the Medium preset at each resolution. At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 122; at 2560x1440 Medium, it is 84; and at 3840x2160 Medium, it is 50. These values show that even the worst-case frame times at 1440p Medium are above 60 FPS, which indicates smooth performance. The 4K Medium minimum of 50 FPS suggests occasional stutters, but the average of 59 FPS is close to the 60 FPS target.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. It features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus. In Greedfall, the CPU's role is evident in the high frame rates achieved at 1080p. The 182 FPS average at Low settings shows that the processor can handle the game's logic and draw calls efficiently, even when the GPU is not heavily loaded.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, scores 32707, a negligible 0.1% difference. This indicates that the 7400F is a strong mid-range processor, and its six cores are well-suited for Greedfall, which is not a heavily multi-threaded title. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072 demonstrate a balanced performance profile that prevents the CPU from bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in Greedfall, as the frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings. At 1080p, the system achieves very high FPS, which indicates that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. Only at 4K does the GPU become the clear bottleneck, as the CPU's workload does not increase significantly with resolution. The 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate for this game, and the high boost clock ensures responsive performance in single-threaded tasks. The CPU's 65W TDP and 5 nm process node also contribute to its efficiency, but these are not directly reflected in the game's FPS data.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is ranked 1502 out of 2938 tested combos for Greedfall. This places the pairing in the 49th percentile, meaning that approximately half of all tested CPU/GPU combinations perform better in this game. This ranking is a direct result of the measured FPS data, which shows strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, but mediocre performance at 4K.

The rank of 1502 indicates that this combo is a mid-tier performer for Greedfall. The GPU's 72nd percentile ranking among all GPUs and the CPU's 83rd percentile ranking suggest that both components are solid mid-range options. However, the combination of these two does not boost the system to a top-tier gaming platform for this specific title. The data shows that the system is capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p, but the 4K performance is limited, which pulls the overall ranking down.

The combo's rank is also influenced by the fact that Greedfall is a game that can be demanding on the GPU, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The RX 6700 XT's performance, while adequate, is not exceptional for 4K gaming, and this is reflected in the combo's overall ranking. The CPU's strong performance does not compensate for the GPU's limitations at 4K, resulting in a mid-pack ranking. This data suggests that users seeking higher 4K frame rates would need a more powerful GPU, while those targeting 1080p or 1440p will find this combo to be well-suited.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is based on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. It has a base clock of 2321 MHz and a boost clock of 2581 MHz, with a game clock of 2424 MHz. The GPU is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. This specification set places the GPU in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27425.

In Greedfall, the GPU's role is critical, as the game's visual complexity scales significantly with resolution. The data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, where the average FPS drops to 54 at High settings and 34 at Ultra. The GPU's compute power, measured at 13.21 TFLOPS FP32, is insufficient to maintain high frame rates at this resolution with high settings. The 12 GB VRAM capacity, however, is not a limiting factor, as the game does not appear to exceed this memory allocation.

The GPU's performance at 1440p is much stronger, with an average of 90 FPS at High settings. This indicates that the GPU is well-suited for 1440p gaming, providing a smooth experience. The 1080p results show even higher frame rates, with 130 FPS at High and 182 FPS at Low, demonstrating that the GPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution. The data suggests that the RX 6700 XT is a capable 1440p card, but its 4K performance is limited. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s is sufficient for the game's textures, but the core clock speed of 2581 MHz boost is not high enough to overcome the pixel fill rate demands of 4K. The 64 ROPs provide a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s, which is a limiting factor at 4K resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across all resolution and settings combinations. At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 182 FPS, the Medium preset averages 143 FPS with a minimum of 122 FPS, the High preset averages 130 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 83 FPS. These numbers show that the system is more than capable of handling 1080p gaming, even with the most demanding settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain respectable but show a clear drop. The Low preset averages 126 FPS, the Medium preset averages 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 FPS, the High preset averages 90 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 57 FPS. The 1440p High preset's 90 FPS average is excellent for smooth gameplay, and the Medium preset's 99 FPS is even better. The Ultra preset's 57 FPS is borderline, but still playable for most users.

At 3840x2160, the system's performance degrades significantly. The Low preset averages 75 FPS, the Medium preset averages 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS, the High preset averages 54 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 34 FPS. The 4K Low preset is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience, while the Medium and High presets hover near the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset's 34 FPS average is not suitable for action-oriented gameplay. The data shows a clear pattern: the system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K gaming only viable at lower settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset is recommended, as it provides an average of 130 FPS, well above the 60 FPS target, while offering better visual quality than the Medium preset. The Ultra preset, while visually superior, drops the average to 83 FPS, which is still playable but may not be worth the performance hit for the marginal visual improvement.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 FPS. This ensures smooth gameplay without any significant frame drops. The High preset is also viable, with a 90 FPS average, but the Medium preset offers a higher frame rate with only a minor reduction in visual fidelity. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as its 57 FPS average falls below the 60 FPS target.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience, with an average of 75 FPS. The Medium preset's 59 FPS average is close to the target, but the minimum of 50 FPS indicates potential stuttering. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for 4K gaming, as their average FPS of 54 and 34, respectively, are too low for a smooth experience. The data suggests that users with a 4K display should either lower the resolution to 1440p or stick with the Low preset to maintain playable frame rates.