Greedfall

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Greedfall with the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces 160 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 drops that to 111 FPS, a reduction of 49 FPS or roughly 31%. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 66 FPS, which is 59% below the 1080p result.

This scaling behavior is consistent across all settings presets. For Low settings, the progression goes from 224 FPS at 1080p, to 156 FPS at 1440p, and finally 93 FPS at 4K. Medium settings show 176 FPS at 1080p, 122 FPS at 1440p, and 73 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, starting at 102 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 71 FPS at 1440p, and falling to 42 FPS at 4K.

The data indicates that the performance ceiling at lower resolutions is not fully constrained by the GPU. At 1080p Low, the 224 FPS result suggests the CPU is capable of driving very high frame rates, but the scaling from 1080p to 1440p for Low settings (a 68 FPS drop) shows the GPU becoming more influential. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 122 FPS, while at 4K that gap narrows to 51 FPS. This compression at higher resolutions is a classic sign of GPU-bound operation.

At 4K, even the Low preset delivers 93 FPS, which indicates the RX 7800 XT has substantial headroom in this title. The 16 GB memory configuration and 256-bit bus width with 624.1 GB/s bandwidth provide ample data throughput. The game, released in 2019, was designed for hardware of that era, and this modern GPU architecture handles it with ease.

The limiting component shifts based on resolution. At 1080p, the Ryzen 5 7600 with its 6 cores and 12 threads can push frame rates high enough that the GPU becomes the bottleneck in most presets, particularly Ultra. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor across all settings, as the pixel throughput demands exceed what the RDNA 3.0 architecture can deliver at maximum quality.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT features a Navi 32 chip built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 28,100 million transistors and a 346 mm² die size. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1295 MHz, a game clock of 2124 MHz, and a boost clock of 2430 MHz. Memory runs at 2438 MHz with 19.5 Gbps effective speed across a 256-bit bus, yielding 624.1 GB/s bandwidth.

In Greedfall, the GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory is more than sufficient for any tested configuration. The highest VRAM demand scenario, 4K Ultra, still delivers playable frame rates at 42 FPS average. The card's 3840 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation processors produce a pixel rate of 233.3 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 583.2 GTexel/s. These specifications translate to 37.32 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

The benchmark results show the GPU's performance relative to its peers. The PassMark G3D score of 24176 places the RX 7800 XT in the 51st percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival in the database is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, which scores 11680, a delta of -0.5%. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500M scores 11528 (0.9% delta), the NVIDIA Tesla K20c scores 11479 (1.3% delta), and the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT scores 11842 (-1.8% delta). These are all within 2% of each other, indicating a tightly clustered performance tier.

The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) ensures modern feature compatibility. The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 93 and DirectX 11 score of 249 reflect the card's capabilities across different API versions. For a 2019 title like Greedfall, the DirectX 11 path is likely used, and the card's performance there is strong.

The data shows that the RX 7800 XT's clock behavior is stable across the measured scenarios. The boost clock of 2430 MHz provides the headroom needed for the high frame rates observed at 1080p. The 263 W TDP and dual-slot design with 2x 8-pin power connectors are consistent with the performance level delivered.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 5 7600 and RX 7800 XT in Greedfall achieves a rank of 1240 out of 3703 tested combos. This places it in the upper third of all combinations in the database, at roughly the 66.5th percentile. The rank reflects the overall performance across all measured resolutions and settings.

Given that the GPU's individual percentile is 51st and the CPU's is 78th, the combo ranking suggests the pairing works well together. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 3910) and multi-thread capability (PassMark multithread score of 27058) complement the GPU's mid-tier standing. The GPU's nearest rivals are all older or lower-tier cards, which indicates the RX 7800 XT is positioned competitively despite its 51st percentile score.

The combo's performance in Greedfall specifically is influenced by the game's age and optimization. The 2019 release date means it does not stress modern hardware as heavily as newer titles. At 4K Ultra, the combo still manages 42 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. At 1440p High, the 111 FPS result is excellent for smooth gameplay.

The delta between the combo's rank and the individual component percentiles can be explained by the game's characteristics. Greedfall is an Action RPG that likely benefits from strong single-thread CPU performance, which the Ryzen 5 7600 delivers with its 5.10 GHz boost clock and Zen 4 architecture. The GPU's 16 GB memory and high bandwidth help at higher resolutions where texture data demands increase.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 provides the best balance. At High settings it delivers 111 FPS average, while 3840x2160 High drops to 66 FPS. The 1440p result is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 24176 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660's 11680 (0.5% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M's 11528 (0.9% higher), the NVIDIA Tesla K20c's 11479 (1.3% higher), and the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT's 11842 (1.8% lower).

Q: Is the 16 GB VRAM sufficient for Greedfall at 4K?

A: Yes, the measured results show 4K Ultra runs at 42 FPS average, and 4K High at 66 FPS. The 16 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides more than enough capacity for this 2019 title.

Q: What is the CPU's benchmark standing relative to other processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has a PassMark multithread score of 27058 and a single-thread score of 3910. It ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, with its nearest rival being the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX at 26274 (0.2% delta).

Q: How much performance is lost when upgrading from Medium to Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p, Medium delivers 176 FPS while Ultra delivers 102 FPS, a 74 FPS drop. At 1440p, the drop is from 122 to 71 FPS (51 FPS). At 4K, Medium gives 73 FPS and Ultra gives 42 FPS, a 31 FPS reduction.

Q: Does the combo maintain 60 FPS at 4K across all settings?

A: No. At 4K, only Low (93 FPS), Medium (73 FPS), and High (66 FPS) exceed 60 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 42 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename. It operates on the AM5 socket with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest for a desktop processor, and it uses DDR5 memory with dual-channel support providing 83.2 GB/s bandwidth.

The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports the 5,500 transistors on a 71 mm² die, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. The integrated Radeon Graphics provide basic display output, though the discrete RX 7800 XT handles all gaming workloads.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 7600 demonstrates strong performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12735 and single-core score of 1852 show balanced capabilities. Geekbench results are 13413 multicore and 2521 single-core. The 3DMark tests reveal scaling from 999 single-thread to 6499 for 16 threads and 6503 for max threads, indicating good thread utilization.

The PassMark suite provides additional insight. The multithread score of 27058 places the CPU in the 78th percentile among all processors. Its nearest rivals are tightly grouped: the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274 (0.2% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS scores 26402 (-0.3% delta), the Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212 (0.4% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187 (0.5% delta). All are within half a percent, showing the 7600 holds its own against a mix of mobile and desktop parts.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 224 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's maximum frame output in this game. The 160 FPS at 1080p High and 176 FPS at Medium further indicate the CPU can sustain high frame rates. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration handles the game's workload without bottlenecking the GPU at these settings.

At higher resolutions, the CPU's impact diminishes as the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The 4K results show less variation between CPU-bound and GPU-bound scenarios, with all presets delivering between 42 and 93 FPS. The CPU's single-thread performance, evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 999 and PassMark single-thread score of 3910, ensures that even the most demanding game logic is processed efficiently.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for most use cases. At 1440p Medium, the combo delivers 122 FPS average with a minimum of 104 FPS and maximum of 141 FPS. This provides smooth, consistent gameplay without the frame rate dips that can occur at higher settings.

For users with 1080p displays, the High preset at 160 FPS is recommended over Ultra at 102 FPS. The 58 FPS difference does not justify the visual improvement from High to Ultra, especially since High already exceeds the refresh rate of most monitors. The Medium preset at 176 FPS is also viable for competitive play, though the visual trade-off may not be worth it.

At 4K, the High preset at 66 FPS is the recommended choice. It exceeds the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay while providing better visual fidelity than Medium at 73 FPS. The Ultra preset at 42 FPS should be avoided for general play, as the frame rate drops below what most players consider acceptable for an Action RPG.

The Low preset is only recommended for users prioritizing maximum frame rates. At 1080p Low, the 224 FPS result is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual degradation is significant. At 1440p Low, 156 FPS is still high, but Medium at 122 FPS offers a better visual experience with only a 34 FPS penalty.

The data shows diminishing returns for the Ultra preset across all resolutions. The gap between High and Ultra is substantial: 58 FPS at 1080p, 40 FPS at 1440p, and 24 FPS at 4K. This indicates the Ultra preset introduces rendering features or quality levels that heavily tax the GPU without proportional visual benefit.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured results are:

• Low: 224 FPS average
• Medium: 176 FPS average, with a minimum of 150 FPS and maximum of 203 FPS
• High: 160 FPS average
• Ultra: 102 FPS average

The Medium preset's minimum of 150 FPS ensures consistent frame delivery even in demanding scenes. The range from 150 to 203 FPS shows some variance, but the average of 176 FPS indicates the GPU maintains high throughput.

At 2560x1440, the results are:

• Low: 156 FPS average
• Medium: 122 FPS average, with a minimum of 104 FPS and maximum of 141 FPS
• High: 111 FPS average
• Ultra: 71 FPS average

The Medium preset's minimum of 104 FPS is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 111 FPS offers a good experience for 1440p displays, while Ultra at 71 FPS remains playable but approaches the lower bound of smooth performance.

At 3840x2160, the results are:

• Low: 93 FPS average
• Medium: 73 FPS average, with a minimum of 62 FPS and maximum of 84 FPS
• High: 66 FPS average
• Ultra: 42 FPS average

The Medium preset's minimum of 62 FPS is just above the 60 FPS threshold, making it the safest choice for consistent 4K gameplay. The High preset at 66 FPS average is also viable, though its minimum was not recorded. The Ultra preset at 42 FPS is below ideal playability standards.

The complete dataset shows a consistent pattern: each resolution step down halves the performance gap between presets. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 122 FPS. At 1440p, it is 85 FPS. At 4K, it is 51 FPS. This trend confirms the GPU-bound nature of higher resolutions and provides clear guidance for settings optimization.