Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER combination ranks 3167 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the lower portion of the database. This rank, roughly the 15th percentile of all tested system pairings, reflects a pairing where the GPU is the clear performance limiting factor. The combo sits behind a significant majority of tested configurations, but the benchmark data indicates this is a functional setup for 1080p gaming, rather than a high-end enthusiast platform. The ranking underscores that while the CPU is a modern, capable part, the graphics card anchors the system's overall capability in this Action RPG.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 3167 puts it in the 15th percentile of all tested combinations for Greedfall. The data suggests this pairing is best suited for 1080p gameplay, as the measured frame rates decline sharply with increased resolution. The system outperforms its low rank in practice at 1920x1080, achieving playable frame rates across all settings, but the high-resolution results drag the overall standing down. The benchmark results indicate that this is a mid-range 1080p-oriented system, and its ranking reflects that positioning relative to more powerful configurations that can handle 1440p or 4K with higher fidelity settings.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 78 against all CPUs would normally suggest a strong processor, but the GPU's percentile ranking of 53 against all GPUs is the limiting factor here. The data implies that the GPU's lower average benchmark score of 12986, compared to the CPU's average score of 26324, creates a bottleneck in graphically demanding scenes typical of an Action RPG like Greedfall. This imbalance is the primary reason for the combo's low overall rank, as the processor has significant headroom that the graphics card cannot utilize at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is built on the TU116 chip using a 12 nm process at TSMC, featuring 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus. The memory operates at 1750 MHz with 14 Gbps effective speed, providing a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. The GPU's pixel rate is 85.68 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 157.1 GTexel/s, with a floating-point performance of 5.027 TFLOPS. The card's boost clock of 1785 MHz and base clock of 1530 MHz are standard for this model, and the 125 W TDP indicates a modest power requirement.

In Greedfall, the GPU's memory capacity and bandwidth are critical factors. The 6 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p gaming, but at 2560x1440 and especially 3840x2160, the memory and compute resources are stressed. The GPU's benchmark scores show a passmark G3D score of 12699, which places it in the lower half of the database. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile, scores 12940, a delta of 0.4% higher, indicating these two GPUs perform nearly identically on average. The AMD Radeon RX 580 scores 12928, also 0.4% higher, and the AMD Radeon 740M scores 12870, 0.9% higher.

The GTX 1660 SUPER's performance in Greedfall drops significantly at higher resolutions. The data shows a 28% reduction in average FPS from 1920x1080 High to 2560x1440 High, and a further 40% reduction from 2560x1440 High to 3840x2160 High. This scaling is typical for a GPU of this class, where the 192-bit memory bus and 1408 shading units become overwhelmed by the pixel workload of 4K. The GPU's DirectX 12 passmark score of 50 is notably low, suggesting that the card's architecture may not excel in modern API workloads, though Greedfall's engine still delivers acceptable performance at 1080p.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture codenamed Raphael. It operates at a base clock of 3.80 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, and its 65 W TDP is efficient for a desktop part. The CPU has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 with dual-channel configuration, providing a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The processor is built on TSMC's 5 nm process and features integrated Radeon Graphics.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is secondary to the GPU, but its high single-thread and multi-thread performance ensures that the processor never becomes the bottleneck at lower resolutions. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12735 and single-core score of 1852 indicate strong performance for a 6-core part. The 3DMark single-thread score of 999 and 16-thread score of 6499 show that the processor scales well with thread count, which is beneficial for game logic and AI in an Action RPG. The PassMark single-thread score of 3910 and multithread score of 27058 further confirm the CPU's capabilities.

The Ryzen 5 7600's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX with an average score of 26274 and a delta of 0.2%, meaning the Ryzen 5 is slightly faster. The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS scores 26402, which is 0.3% higher, and the Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212, 0.4% lower. These close margins indicate that the Ryzen 5 7600 is competitive with higher-tier mobile and older desktop parts. In Greedfall, the CPU's performance is more than adequate for the game's demands, as the measured FPS at 1920x1080 Low reaches 117, which is likely CPU-bound in less demanding scenes. The CPU's 78th percentile ranking versus all CPUs supports the notion that processor performance is not the limiting factor in this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers consistently playable frame rates across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 117 FPS, which is smooth for fast-paced combat. The Medium preset averages 92 FPS with a minimum of 78 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS, indicating stable performance. The High preset averages 83 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 53 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra represents a 36% reduction in performance, which is significant but still playable for most users.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease noticeably. The Low preset averages 81 FPS, which is still fluid, but the Medium preset drops to 64 FPS with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS. The High preset averages 58 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay, and the Ultra preset falls to 37 FPS, which is not ideal for an action-oriented game. The transition from 1920x1080 High to 2560x1440 High results in a 30% FPS drop, illustrating the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Low preset averages 48 FPS, which is below the ideal 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 38 FPS with a minimum of 32 FPS and a maximum of 44 FPS, indicating inconsistent performance. The High preset drops to 35 FPS, and the Ultra preset plunges to 22 FPS. The data clearly shows that this combo is not suitable for 4K gaming, as even the lowest settings fail to provide a consistently smooth experience. The gap between 2560x1440 Low and 3840x2160 Low is 41%, showing a steep performance cliff at higher resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution. The average FPS ranges from 53 at Ultra to 117 at Low, with all settings providing playable frame rates. At 2560x1440, only the Low and Medium presets stay above 60 FPS, while at 3840x2160, even the Low preset only reaches 48 FPS.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The GTX 1660 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 12986. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile, scores 12940, which is 0.4% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 580 scores 12928, also 0.4% lower, while the AMD Radeon 740M scores 12870, 0.9% lower. These differences are minimal, indicating near-identical average performance.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7600 a bottleneck for the GTX 1660 SUPER in Greedfall?

A: No, the data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The CPU's average benchmark score of 26324 is significantly higher than the GPU's 12986, and its 78th percentile ranking versus all CPUs suggests strong performance. In Greedfall, the FPS drops at higher resolutions are consistent with GPU limitations, not CPU constraints.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 58 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 37 FPS. This represents a 36% reduction in average FPS when moving from High to Ultra, indicating that Ultra settings impose a heavy load on the GPU.

Q: Does the combo maintain 60 FPS at 1080p on any setting?

A: Yes, the Low, Medium, and High presets all achieve average FPS above 60 at 1920x1080. The Low preset averages 117 FPS, Medium averages 92 FPS, and High averages 83 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS at 53 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX scores 26274, which is 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212, 0.4% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS scores 26402, 0.3% higher. These close scores show the Ryzen 5 7600 is competitive with these parts.

Settings Recommendations

For an optimal experience in Greedfall, the High preset at 1920x1080 is the recommended balance between visual quality and performance. The data shows an average of 83 FPS, which provides smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much detail. The Medium preset offers a more comfortable margin with 92 FPS, making it the safer choice for users who prioritize frame rate stability, especially given its minimum FPS of 78. The Low preset at 117 FPS is ideal for competitive play or for users with high refresh rate monitors, but the visual downgrade is noticeable.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset at 81 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience, though the Medium preset at 64 FPS with a minimum of 54 FPS is playable for most users. The High preset at 58 FPS may be acceptable for slower-paced exploration, but the Ultra preset at 37 FPS is not recommended. For 3840x2160, the data suggests avoiding this resolution entirely, as even the Low preset at 48 FPS fails to reach 60 FPS, and the Medium preset's 38 FPS with a 32 FPS minimum will cause noticeable stuttering in combat.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as the performance cost is steep. At 1080p, the drop from High to Ultra is 30 FPS, which is a significant loss for marginal visual gains. The benchmark data indicates that the High preset offers the best visual-to-performance ratio, delivering over 80 FPS at 1080p and remaining playable at 1440p. Users with 1440p monitors should stick to Low or Medium settings, while 1080p users can comfortably use High settings for the best experience. The GTX 1660 SUPER's 6 GB VRAM is sufficient for the High preset at 1080p, but the Ultra preset's increased memory and compute demands cause the frame rate to dip below 60 FPS.