Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a decisive performance curve in Greedfall, scaling cleanly from blistering 1080p frame rates to a still-playable 4K experience. The measured data shows that this combination prioritizes high-refresh-rate gameplay at lower resolutions while maintaining sufficient headroom for 4K, though the Ultra preset proves to be a significant bottleneck that users should avoid.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression across resolutions reveals a GPU-bound workload that scales predictably with pixel count. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 225 FPS, which drops to 156 FPS at 1440p and further to 93 FPS at 4K. This represents a 31% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a 59% reduction from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RTX 4080 SUPER's immense compute power is being progressively taxed as resolution increases.

The scaling pattern changes notably with the Low preset. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 316 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure across all tested configurations. This drops to 219 FPS at 1440p and 131 FPS at 4K. The fact that 4K Low still produces over 130 FPS demonstrates that the GPU has substantial headroom when graphical effects are minimized, and the CPU is not limiting the frame rate even at the lowest resolution where it would typically become the bottleneck.

Medium settings show a similar trajectory: 248 FPS at 1080p, 172 FPS at 1440p, and 103 FPS at 4K. The 4K Medium result includes a measured minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS, showing a frame time variance that is well within acceptable bounds for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset, however, breaks the pattern dramatically. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 144 FPS, at 1440p Ultra it drops to 100 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 59 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, and the drop from High to Ultra at 4K (93 to 59 FPS) represents a 37% performance penalty for what is likely a marginal visual improvement.

These results indicate that the limiting component shifts from the CPU at 1080p to the GPU at 4K. The 225 FPS at 1080p High suggests the CPU is still capable of pushing higher frame rates, but the GPU begins to throttle performance as resolution increases. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is the only configuration that stresses the GPU to its limit, while all other settings at 4K remain comfortably playable.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is particularly relevant for Greedfall, which is an open-world Action RPG that streams large texture sets and environmental geometry. The 16 GB capacity ensures that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU is unlikely to run out of VRAM, though the measured performance suggests that the compute load rather than memory capacity is the limiting factor.

The GPU's clock speeds are set at a base of 2295 MHz with a boost of 2550 MHz. The boost clock is the more relevant figure for sustained gaming workloads, and the data shows that the RTX 4080 SUPER maintains sufficient boost headroom to achieve the high frame rates recorded. The GPU's 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 816.0 GTexel/s texture rate provide ample raw throughput for the game's visual effects, which explains why even 4K High settings can achieve 93 FPS.

The RTX 4080 SUPER's position in the GPU hierarchy is confirmed by its PassMark G3D score of 34245, which places it at the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the standard RTX 4080, scores 54247 in the average benchmark, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the SUPER variant is essentially performance-equivalent to the original in synthetic tests. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, which is 2.7% higher in the average benchmark, though this does not translate to real-world gaming performance in Greedfall based on the measured data.

The GPU's 320W TDP and triple-slot design indicate substantial power requirements, but the measured FPS results justify the thermal and power envelope for users prioritizing high frame rates. The 16 GB VRAM is particularly beneficial for Greedfall's large open environments, and the data suggests that users can run High settings at 4K without worrying about texture streaming issues.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 223rd out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall, placing it in the top 7.6% of all configurations. This is a strong result for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU, and it suggests that the CPU is not holding back the GPU in this particular title.

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D's PassMark multithread score of 25047 and single-thread score of 3494 place it at the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H with an average score of 44466 (0.2% delta) and the Intel Core i9-13950HX with 44342 (0.5% delta). These rivals are all mobile or hybrid processors, which indicates that the 7500X3D's desktop-oriented design with its large L3 cache is well-suited for gaming workloads.

The GPU's ranking further contextualizes the combo's position. The RTX 4080 SUPER's average benchmark score of 54209 places it just below the standard RTX 4080 (54247, -0.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828, -1.1% delta). The fact that the combo ranks 223rd despite the GPU being slightly below its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks suggests that the CPU's performance contributes positively to the overall gaming experience.

The combo's ranking of 223 out of 2938 means that approximately 92% of tested configurations perform worse in Greedfall. This is a notable achievement given that the CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread part, while many higher-ranking combos likely feature 8-core or 16-core processors. The 7500X3D's 96 MB of shared L3 cache and 4.50 GHz boost clock appear to provide sufficient single-thread performance for the game's engine, which is often the limiting factor in Action RPGs.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 225 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset at 1080p produces 248 FPS, which is slightly higher, but the difference is unlikely to be perceptible on most displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 144 FPS, which is still excellent, but the 36% reduction from High to Ultra suggests diminishing returns.

At 1440p, the High preset achieves 156 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz monitors. The Medium preset produces 172 FPS, but the High preset's visual improvements are worth the slight frame rate reduction. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 100 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 36% reduction from High. For users with 1440p 144Hz displays, the High preset is the optimal balance of visual quality and frame rate.

At 4K, the recommendations change significantly. The High preset produces 93 FPS, which is excellent for a 4K display with VRR support. The Medium preset produces 103 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is typically noticeable in open-world games. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 59 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and should be avoided. The Low preset at 4K produces 131 FPS, but this comes at a significant visual cost that is not worth the frame rate increase.

The best experience per the measured rows is the High preset at all three resolutions. At 1080p, it provides 225 FPS; at 1440p, it provides 156 FPS; and at 4K, it provides 93 FPS. This preset consistently delivers frame rates that are 50-100% higher than the Ultra preset while maintaining a level of visual fidelity that is indistinguishable from Ultra in most gameplay scenarios. The Medium preset is a viable alternative for users who prioritize frame rate over visual quality, but the High preset represents the sweet spot for this hardware combination.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Greedfall?*

A: The data shows that 1440p High delivers 156 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. 4K High also performs well at 93 FPS, making it a strong choice for users with 4K displays that support variable refresh rate.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K Ultra in Greedfall?*

A: The measured results show 59 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. While this is technically playable, the 37% frame rate drop from 4K High (93 FPS) makes it a poor choice for a consistent experience.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500X3D compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 44573 is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i9-13950HX. It is 0.7% lower than the Intel Core i5-14600, but the 7500X3D's 96 MB L3 cache provides a gaming advantage.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER significantly better than the standard RTX 4080?

A: The average benchmark scores show a delta of -0.1% between the two, meaning they perform nearly identically in synthetic tests. In Greedfall, the measured data indicates the SUPER variant is more than capable of handling the game's demands.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 4K Medium?

A: The measured minimum at 4K Medium is 87 FPS, with a maximum of 118 FPS and an average of 103 FPS. This indicates consistent frame times without significant stuttering.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 223rd out of 2938 combinations, placing it in the top 7.6% of all tested systems. This is a strong result that reflects the balanced nature of the CPU and GPU pairing.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 4.00 GHz and boosts to 4.50 GHz, with a TDP of 65W. The processor's defining feature is its 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is substantially larger than typical desktop CPUs and provides a significant advantage in gaming workloads that rely on data locality.

The CPU's PassMark scores show a multithread score of 25047 and a single-thread score of 3494. The single-thread performance is particularly relevant for Greedfall, which is an Action RPG that may not scale perfectly across all 12 threads. The processor's percentile rank of 89 among all CPUs indicates that it outperforms the vast majority of processors in general use, and its nearest rivals in the benchmark database are all mobile or hybrid parts, highlighting its desktop-class performance.

The 7500X3D's role in this combo becomes evident when examining the frame rate data. At 1080p, the system achieves 316 FPS on Low settings, which is a frame rate that would typically be CPU-limited. The fact that the system can exceed 300 FPS at 1080p demonstrates that the CPU is not a bottleneck even at lower resolutions. The 4.50 GHz boost clock and 96 MB L3 cache provide sufficient single-thread performance to keep up with the RTX 4080 SUPER's output.

However, the CPU's 6-core, 12-thread configuration may become a limiting factor in future titles or in scenarios with heavy background tasks. The PassMark multithread score of 25047 is respectable but not exceptional, and the processor's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Core i9-13950HX with 24 threads, which could potentially outperform the 7500X3D in heavily threaded workloads. In Greedfall, the measured data shows that the CPU is adequate for the task, but users should be aware that the 7500X3D is designed for gaming efficiency rather than multi-threaded productivity.