Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a deeply lopsided combination in Greedfall. The processor is a high-end desktop part, while the graphics solution is an integrated-class unit with a 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The benchmark data shows a system where the GPU is consistently the bottleneck, resulting in playable frame rates only at lower resolutions and settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep performance cliff as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 76 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops this to 53 FPS, a 30% reduction. The jump to 4K further crushes performance, yielding only 31 FPS. This pattern is consistent across all settings presets, indicating that the rendering load is scaling directly with pixel count and overwhelming the limited capabilities of the Intel Arc B370.

The scaling behavior points directly at the GPU as the limiting factor. When resolution increases, the demand on pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth grows exponentially. The Arc B370, with its 20 ROPs and system-shared memory, cannot keep pace. The data shows that the gap between 1080p and 4K is not a linear progression but a collapse. For instance, at High settings, the frame rate drops from 54 FPS at 1080p to 38 FPS at 1440p, then to 22 FPS at 4K. The 1440p to 4K transition is particularly brutal, showcasing the GPU's inability to handle the 4K pixel workload.

This suggests that for this specific game, the Ryzen 5 7500X3D's substantial processing power is largely irrelevant at higher resolutions. The CPU is likely idle waiting for the GPU to finish rendering each frame. The data implies that the system's performance ceiling is defined by the Arc B370's fill rate and texture processing capabilities, not by the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads. The 4K results are essentially a test of the GPU's endurance, and it fails to deliver a playable experience.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the dominant constraint in this configuration. Its specifications paint a picture of a low-power, integrated graphics processor. The base clock is 300 MHz, boosting to 2400 MHz, with a TDP of just 25 W. Its performance metrics are modest, with a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. These numbers are reflected in its benchmark scores, where it achieves an average score of 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU's memory configuration is unique: it uses "System Shared" memory, meaning it borrows from the system's DDR5 RAM. The bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which makes it highly susceptible to system configuration. In this case, the CPU's dual-channel memory support provides a maximum bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is shared between the CPU and GPU. This shared bandwidth is likely a significant contributor to the performance drops at higher resolutions, as the GPU competes with the CPU for memory access.

The data shows that the GPU's performance is the primary driver of frame rate differences. At 1080p Low, the 76 FPS average suggests the GPU is managing to feed frames at a reasonable rate. However, the low shading unit count (1280) and TMU count (40) mean that any increase in graphical complexity, such as moving from Low to Medium settings, causes a noticeable hit. The benchmark results indicate that this is an IGP first and foremost, not a dedicated gaming solution. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184, which is comparable to decade-old discrete GPUs like the ATI Radeon HD 5770, confirms its legacy-level performance.

Settings Recommendations

The data indicates that the "Low" preset is the only viable option for a consistently playable experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, the Low preset yields an average of 76 FPS, which is the highest measured score. The Medium preset at 1080p drops to 60 FPS, which is acceptable but shows a significant 21% performance penalty for the visual upgrade. The High preset at 1080p falls to 54 FPS, and Ultra drops to a less desirable 35 FPS.

At 1440p, the situation becomes more restrictive. Low is again the best option, producing 53 FPS. Medium produces 41 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. High produces 38 FPS, and Ultra drops to 24 FPS. The 4K results are uniformly poor, with even the Low preset only achieving 31 FPS. The data clearly shows that Ultra settings are not meant for this GPU in this game, as the 14 FPS average at 4K is unplayable.

For the best experience based on the measured rows, the "Low" preset at 1080p is the clear choice. It provides the highest frame rate and avoids the stutter-prone territory below 60 FPS. If a user insists on 1440p, Low is the only setting that approaches a playable frame rate. The Medium preset could be considered at 1080p for those who prioritize visual fidelity over raw speed, but the data shows that the jump from Low to Medium costs 16 FPS, a significant trade-off for the Arc B370.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2699 out of 2938 combos. This places it in the bottom 10% of all tested systems for Greedfall. The ranking reflects the severe bottleneck imposed by the GPU.

The CPU itself is a high performer. Its average benchmark score is 44573, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H and the Intel Core i9-13950HX, with the AMD part scoring 0.2% and 0.5% higher, respectively. This positions the Ryzen 5 7500X3D as a top-tier processor. Yet, it is yoked to a GPU that scores in the 5th percentile, with the Arc B370's nearest rival being the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which scores 0.2% lower.

The vast discrepancy in performance potential between the two components is the defining feature of this combo. The CPU is capable of far more, but the GPU holds it back. The combo rank of 2699 suggests that most other tested combinations, even those with older or weaker CPUs, likely outperform this setup because they are paired with more capable graphics solutions. The data implies that the processor's potential is entirely untapped in this configuration.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combination play Greedfall at 4K?*

A: The data shows the average FPS at 4K ranges from 14 FPS on Ultra to 31 FPS on Low. These frame rates are below the threshold for smooth gameplay, indicating that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1080p?

A: The Low preset provides the highest average FPS at 76. The Medium preset achieves 60 FPS, while High and Ultra drop to 54 and 35 FPS, respectively. Low is the recommended preset for the best measured performance.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rival in benchmarks?

A: The Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is a 0.2% difference. This indicates they are virtually identical in raw compute performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The data strongly suggests the GPU is the limiting factor. The GPU's low percentile ranking and the severe FPS drops at higher resolutions indicate it is unable to keep up with the CPU's capabilities.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS recorded in the measured data is 76, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Does the CPU's high benchmark score translate to high FPS in this game?

A: No. The CPU scores in the 89th percentile, but the combo ranks 2699 out of 2938. The low FPS numbers indicate that the CPU's performance is not the bottleneck; the GPU's limitations dictate the frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 76 FPS average
• Medium: 60 FPS average (min 51, max 69)
• High: 54 FPS average
• Ultra: 35 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 53 FPS average
• Medium: 41 FPS average (min 35, max 48)
• High: 38 FPS average
• Ultra: 24 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 31 FPS average
• Medium: 25 FPS average (min 21, max 28)
• High: 22 FPS average
• Ultra: 14 FPS average

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each step up in resolution or settings yields a substantial loss in frame rate. The only configuration that breaks the 60 FPS barrier is 1080p Low. At 1440p, all presets fall below 60 FPS, and at 4K, all presets fall below 32 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one with min/max data, showing a 7 FPS variance at 1080p, a 13 FPS variance at 1440p, and a 7 FPS variance at 4K.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture. It operates on a 5 nm process from TSMC, featuring a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Its most notable feature is the large 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is designed to improve gaming performance. The CPU's benchmark scores are strong, with a Passmark multithread score of 25047 and a single-thread score of 3494.

In this specific game, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. However, the data suggests that the Arc B370 is so slow that the CPU rarely has to work hard. The CPU's high performance, including its 89th percentile ranking, is negated by the GPU's 5th percentile ranking. The CPU is not the bottleneck; the GPU is. The processor's 12 threads and high clock speeds are more than sufficient for Greedfall, but they cannot compensate for the GPU's lack of rendering power.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s is a theoretical maximum, but it is shared with the GPU, which uses system memory. This shared pool could create latency and bandwidth contention, further hampering the GPU's performance. The CPU's PCIe Gen 5 support is irrelevant here, as the GPU is an IGP and does not use a discrete PCIe connection. The data implies that while the CPU is a top-tier gaming processor, its pairing with this IGP results in a system where the CPU's potential is almost entirely wasted, as evidenced by the low frame rates across all measured configurations.