Greedfall

Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG, presents an interesting case study when paired with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT. The measured frame rates reveal a component dynamic that shifts significantly depending on resolution and settings, with the data indicating a clear progression from a CPU-bound scenario at 1080p to a GPU-bound one at 4K. The average FPS figures decline steeply as resolution increases, but the pattern of that decline tells a more nuanced story about which part of this combo is doing the heavy lifting in this particular title.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The data shows a predictable but informative drop in average frame rates as resolution scales up. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 160 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same High preset, the average FPS drops to 111, a reduction of 49 FPS. The jump to 3840x2160 brings the average down further to 66 FPS, another 45 FPS loss. This scaling pattern indicates that while the GPU is being taxed more at higher resolutions, the initial drop from 1080p to 1440p is substantial, suggesting the system is still capable of high throughput at lower resolutions.

The delta between 1440p High (111 FPS) and 4K High (66 FPS) highlights where the graphical load begins to dominate. The 4K result, at roughly 59% of the 1440p frame rate, is a significant reduction. This suggests that at 4K, the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the primary limiting factor, as its rendering workload becomes the bottleneck. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, appears to have enough headroom at this resolution to feed the GPU without being the constraining element.

However, the scaling from 1080p Low to 4K Low is even more telling. At 1080p Low, the system posts an average of 224 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 156 FPS, and at 4K Low, it falls to 93 FPS. The fact that 1080p Low can exceed 200 FPS strongly implies that the Ryzen 5 7400F is capable of driving very high frame rates. The subsequent drop to 156 FPS at 1440p Low and 93 FPS at 4K Low is primarily a GPU workload increase, demonstrating that the RX 7800 XT’s performance ceiling is being approached as pixel count rises.

This pattern is consistent across all settings. The data suggests that Greedfall is not particularly demanding on the CPU at higher resolutions. The limiting component transitions from the processor at 1080p, where frame rates are high but not maxed out, to the graphics card at 4K, where the GPU’s raw throughput dictates the final output. The fact that the 1080p Ultra average is 102 FPS, which is still high, indicates the CPU isn't holding back the GPU even with more demanding settings, but the 4K Ultra result of 42 FPS shows the GPU is overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum graphical fidelity.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

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. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072, position it as a strong mid-range performer. The percentileVsAllCpus of 83 indicates it outperforms the majority of CPUs in the database. In Greedfall, the high frame rates at 1080p, particularly the 224 FPS average on Low settings, demonstrate that the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution.

The game’s performance at 1080p Ultra, averaging 102 FPS, suggests that the CPU is capable of handling the game's logic and draw calls even when the GPU is being tasked with more complex rendering. The data implies that Greedfall is not heavily threaded enough to fully utilize all 12 threads, but the high single-core performance of the Zen 4 architecture is sufficient to maintain high frame rates. The CPU’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache likely aids in keeping data readily available, reducing latency.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707, deltaPct 0.1%). It also sits close to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, which scores 32812, a deltaPct of -0.2%. This means in general compute tasks, the 7400F is on par with these alternatives. In Greedfall, this level of CPU performance is more than adequate, as evidenced by the frame rates not being a limiting factor until the GPU becomes saturated at higher resolutions. The CPU's role is to provide a stable platform for the GPU, and the data shows it does so effectively, especially at 1080p where high average FPS figures are recorded.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is ranked 937 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the top third of all configurations tested in the database, indicating that it is a capable pairing for this game. While it doesn't reach the upper echelon of performance, this rank suggests that the combo delivers a solid gaming experience, balancing CPU and GPU capabilities effectively for this title. The rank of 937, with 2938 total combos, means that it outperforms roughly 68% of other tested pairings.

This ranking is likely influenced by the fact that the GPU, while powerful, is not a top-tier model in the database, as indicated by its percentileVsAllGpus of 51. This means the RX 7800 XT is an average-performing GPU when compared to all others. The CPU, however, is above average in its percentile, but the combo’s overall rank is constrained by the GPU’s performance at higher resolutions. The data suggests that if the resolution were capped at 1080p, the combo might rank higher, as the CPU would be the stronger component, but the inclusion of 4K results in the testing methodology pulls the average down.

The rank also reflects the game's specific demands. Greedfall, being a 2019 title, might not be optimized for the latest hardware, but it still benefits from the strong single-thread performance of the Ryzen 5 7400F. The combo's position in the rankings reflects its balanced nature; it avoids severe bottlenecks in either direction. It is not a top-tier combo due to the GPU's mid-range standing, but it is far from a weak pairing, offering consistent performance that should satisfy most players looking for a high-refresh-rate experience at 1440p or a solid 4K experience with some settings adjustments.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across all settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the results are consistently high. With Low settings, the average FPS is 224. Medium settings produce an average of 176 FPS, with a minimum of 150 and a maximum of 203. High settings yield an average of 160 FPS. Ultra settings bring the average down to 102 FPS. This data indicates that at 1080p, the combo is capable of exceeding 200 FPS on lower settings and still maintains a playable 102 FPS on the highest preset.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down. Low settings average 156 FPS. Medium settings average 122 FPS, with a minimum of 104 and a maximum of 141. High settings average 111 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 71 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable, but the combo still delivers over 100 FPS on High and Medium settings, making it a strong candidate for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. Low settings average 93 FPS. Medium settings average 73 FPS, with a minimum of 62 and a maximum of 84. High settings average 66 FPS. Ultra settings fall to an average of 42 FPS. While the combo can handle 4K on Low settings, the average FPS drops below 60 FPS on High and below 50 FPS on Ultra, indicating that 4K gaming will require significant settings sacrifices to maintain smooth performance.

The data shows a clear trend: the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can achieve high frame rates on most presets. At 4K, it can manage playable frame rates on Low and Medium settings, but High and Ultra presets are not recommended for a consistently smooth experience. The minimum FPS figures for Medium settings at all resolutions (62 at 4K, 104 at 1440p, 150 at 1080p) provide some insight into frame time consistency, with the 4K Medium minimum of 62 FPS being just above the 60 FPS threshold.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the other half of this pairing, and its role becomes more prominent as resolution increases. It features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. This large VRAM allocation is more than sufficient for Greedfall, even at 4K with Ultra settings, and likely prevents any texture streaming bottlenecks. The GPU's architecture, RDNA 3.0, is built on a 5 nm process, with a boost clock of 2430 MHz and a game clock of 2124 MHz.

The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 24176 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 54228, indicate a mid-range performer. Its percentileVsAllGpus of 51 confirms this, placing it exactly in the middle of the database. In Greedfall, the GPU's performance is the limiting factor at 4K. The 4K Ultra average of 42 FPS is a direct result of the GPU's compute capabilities being saturated by the pixel count and high-detail settings.

The RX 7800 XT's nearest rivals in the database are interesting, as they include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, which has an average score of 11680 (deltaPct -0.5%), and the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT, scoring 11842 (deltaPct -1.8%). This indicates that, in general compute benchmarks, the RX 7800 XT is only 0.5% to 1.8% faster than these significantly older or lower-tier cards. However, in Greedfall, the 16 GB of VRAM and modern architecture likely provide a more substantial advantage, particularly at higher resolutions where memory capacity matters. The data shows that while the RX 7800 XT is not a high-end card, it is a capable 1440p performer, with the 4K results showing its limitations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Greedfall with this CPU and GPU combo?

A: The data suggests 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. The combo averages 111 FPS on High settings and 122 FPS on Medium at 1440p, providing a high-refresh-rate experience without the significant performance drop seen at 4K.

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

A: Yes, but with limitations. The measured data shows an average of 93 FPS on Low settings and 73 FPS on Medium settings at 3840x2160. However, High and Ultra settings drop to 66 FPS and 42 FPS respectively, which may not be smooth enough for all players.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck for the RX 7800 XT?

A: At 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the high frame rates (up to 224 FPS on Low) suggest the GPU has more headroom. However, at 1440p and 4K, the data indicates the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, meaning the CPU is not holding back performance at those resolutions.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This specific combination of CPU and GPU is ranked 937 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the top third of all configurations in the database.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The average FPS drops from 111 on High to 71 on Ultra at 2560x1440, a difference of 40 FPS. This indicates that Ultra settings impose a significant performance penalty, while High offers a better balance of visual quality and smoothness.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Low and High settings at 1080p?

A: Yes. The average FPS on Low is 224, while on High it is 160, a difference of 64 FPS. This shows that even at 1080p, the graphical settings have a substantial impact on performance, but both are well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience depends on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities. For players with a 1080p monitor, the High preset at an average of 160 FPS offers an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset, at 102 FPS, is also a viable option for those who prioritize maximum graphical detail, as it still provides a smooth experience above 100 FPS. The Medium preset (176 FPS) is redundant for 1080p users, as High provides better visuals with only a minor FPS trade-off.

For 1440p gaming, the High preset is the clear recommendation. The average of 111 FPS is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays, and the visual quality is significantly better than Medium. The Ultra preset at 71 FPS is playable, but the 40 FPS drop from High suggests that the visual improvements may not justify the performance cost for most users. The Medium preset at 122 FPS is a good fallback if a user wants to ensure a higher frame rate buffer, but High is the better overall choice.

At 4K, the situation is more complex. The Medium preset, with an average of 73 FPS and a minimum of 62 FPS, is the highest preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS. This is the recommended choice for a smooth 4K experience. The Low preset (93 FPS) offers a higher frame rate but with a significant visual downgrade. The High (66 FPS) and Ultra (42 FPS) presets are not recommended due to their average frame rates being at or below the 60 FPS threshold, which can lead to a less smooth experience. Therefore, for 4K, Medium settings provide the best compromise between visual quality and performance, ensuring the game remains fluid.