Greedfall

Greedfall, an Action RPG released in 2019, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher presets, but the CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures high frame rates at lower settings. This analysis walks through the measured data to explain how this combo behaves, where it excels, and where its limitations lie.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a clear and predictable pattern: as resolution increases, average frame rates drop significantly, confirming that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting component in this pairing. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 119 FPS. Moving to 1440p, the average falls to 83 FPS, a 30% reduction. At 4K, the average drops further to 49 FPS, which is 59% lower than the 1080p result. This scaling behavior indicates that the GPU's rendering throughput is being taxed more heavily as pixel count rises.

The pattern holds for every settings preset. With Low settings, the system produces 167 FPS at 1080p, 116 FPS at 1440p, and 69 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops between resolutions are similar across presets, but the absolute frame rates are much higher on Low. This suggests that even when graphical load is reduced, the GPU still governs the performance ceiling. The Ryzen 5 7600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the primary constraint in these scenarios.

The most telling data point is the gap between 1080p and 1440p. At Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 131 at 1080p to 91 at 1440p, a 31% decline. At High settings, the drop from 119 to 83 FPS is a 30% decline. These consistent reductions indicate that the GPU is scaling predictably with resolution. The system is not showing any signs of a CPU bottleneck at lower resolutions, as the frame rates continue to rise sharply when resolution is lowered, rather than plateauing.

At 4K, the performance becomes more demanding. The Ultra preset drops to just 31 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay on most displays. Even High settings at 4K only manage 49 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The data suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can maintain high frame rates across most presets. At 4K, only the Low preset (69 FPS) and Medium preset (54 FPS) approach acceptable levels.

The scaling pattern from 1440p to 4K is steeper than from 1080p to 1440p. At High settings, the drop is from 83 to 49 FPS, a 41% reduction. This steeper decline at higher resolutions further confirms that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting factor. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the increased memory pressure and fill rate demands overwhelm the card's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for this system. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 119 FPS on average, which is excellent for a smooth experience. The Medium preset achieves 131 FPS, a 10% improvement, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often significant in a game like Greedfall, which relies on detailed environments. The Ultra preset, at 76 FPS, is still playable but offers diminishing returns over High.

At 1440p, the High preset is the clear recommendation. It produces 83 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for most displays. The Medium preset yields 91 FPS, but the gap to High is only 9%. Given that High typically provides noticeably better textures and lighting, it is the better choice. The Ultra preset at 53 FPS is borderline, and the Low preset at 116 FPS sacrifices too much visual fidelity for a marginal gain over High.

For 4K gaming, the options are more limited. The Low preset, at 69 FPS, is the only preset that provides a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset averages 54 FPS, which is playable but may suffer from occasional dips, as indicated by the minimum FPS of 46. The High preset at 49 FPS is below the ideal threshold, and Ultra at 31 FPS is not recommended for serious play.

The data suggests that the best overall experience is the High preset at 1440p. It offers a substantial visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining an average frame rate of 83 FPS. For users with 1080p monitors, the High preset is the sweet spot, as it provides near-maximum visual quality without the steep performance cost of Ultra. The Medium preset is a viable alternative for those seeking higher frame rates, but the measured difference of 12 FPS at 1080p is not worth the visual downgrade.

The Ultra preset is problematic at all resolutions. At 1080p, it delivers 76 FPS, which is 36% lower than High. At 1440p, the drop is even steeper, falling to 53 FPS. The data indicates that Ultra settings impose a heavy load on the RTX 2070 SUPER, and the visual improvements over High are often subtle. For this reason, the analysis recommends avoiding Ultra unless the user prioritizes image quality over frame rate stability.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p with High settings provides an average of 83 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, High settings deliver 119 FPS, but the higher resolution offers a more immersive experience without sacrificing smoothness.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: At 4K, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset averages 69 FPS, Medium averages 54 FPS, and High drops to 49 FPS. The Ultra preset is not viable, averaging only 31 FPS.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worth using?

A: No. The measured data shows that Ultra settings cause significant frame rate drops at all resolutions. At 1080p, it averages 76 FPS compared to 119 FPS on High, a 36% reduction. At 1440p, the drop is from 83 FPS to 53 FPS.

Q: Can the system handle 1080p gaming with high refresh rates?

A: Yes. At 1080p with Low settings, the system averages 167 FPS. With Medium settings, it averages 131 FPS, and with High settings, it averages 119 FPS. These frame rates are suitable for 120Hz and 144Hz displays.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p?

A: The average frame rate drops by approximately 30% across all presets. For example, High settings go from 119 FPS at 1080p to 83 FPS at 1440p, and Medium settings go from 131 to 91 FPS.

Q: What does the minimum FPS data tell us about stability?

A: Only the Medium preset has minimum FPS measurements. At 1080p, the minimum is 112 FPS, at 1440p it is 77 FPS, and at 4K it is 46 FPS. This indicates that the Medium preset remains stable even under load, but 4K performance can dip below 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset averages 167 FPS, which is the fastest measured result in the entire dataset. The Medium preset averages 131 FPS, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS. The High preset averages 119 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 76 FPS. This shows a clear progression: as settings increase, frame rates decrease, but even the Ultra preset remains playable at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop noticeably. The Low preset averages 116 FPS, which is still very smooth. The Medium preset averages 91 FPS, with a minimum of 77 FPS and a maximum of 105 FPS. The High preset averages 83 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 53 FPS. The gap between Low and High is 33 FPS, indicating that the GPU is handling the increased resolution but with less headroom.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly pushed to its limits. The Low preset averages 69 FPS, which is the only preset that maintains a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset averages 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 63 FPS. The High preset averages 49 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 31 FPS. The data shows that 4K gaming is only viable with the Low or Medium presets, and even then, performance is marginal.

The Medium preset is the only one with complete min/max data across all resolutions. At 1080p, the range is 112 to 151 FPS, a spread of 39 FPS. At 1440p, the range is 77 to 105 FPS, a spread of 28 FPS. At 4K, the range is 46 to 63 FPS, a spread of 17 FPS. This narrowing range at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU becomes more consistently loaded, with less variance in frame times.

The delta between Low and Ultra settings is substantial at every resolution. At 1080p, the difference is 91 FPS (167 vs 76). At 1440p, the difference is 63 FPS (116 vs 53). At 4K, the difference is 38 FPS (69 vs 31). This indicates that the Ultra preset imposes a significant performance penalty, likely due to advanced lighting and shadow effects that are not fully optimized for the Turing architecture.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the dominant performance factor in this system. The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 1605 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz. The card is built on the Turing architecture with 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It also includes 40 ray tracing cores and 320 tensor cores.

In Greedfall, the GPU's memory capacity and bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The measured frame rates at these resolutions are high, indicating that the 8 GB frame buffer is not being exhausted. However, at 4K, the higher memory pressure likely contributes to the significant drop in performance. The Ultra preset at 4K averages only 31 FPS, suggesting that the GPU is struggling to render the increased pixel count and texture detail.

The GPU's compute capabilities are reflected in its benchmark scores. It scores 18169 in Passmark G3D, 7557 in Passmark GPU Compute, and 90637 in Geekbench Vulkan. These scores place it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it is a mid-to-upper tier card. The nearest rivals include the Intel Arc B570, which has a score of 20556 and is 1.3% faster, and the Intel Arc A750, which has a score of 20582 and is 1.5% faster.

The GPU's texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 113.3 GPixel/s are key metrics for a game like Greedfall, which features detailed environments and character models. The data shows that the card can handle these workloads at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results indicate that the fill rate is insufficient for higher resolutions with high settings. The 12 nm process node and 13,600 million transistors contribute to its power draw of 215 W, which requires a 550 W power supply.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 plays a supporting role in this system, but its performance characteristics are still important. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. It is built on the Zen 4 architecture using a 5 nm process node, which contributes to its efficiency. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

In Greedfall, the CPU's single-thread performance is the most critical factor. The CPU scores 3910 in Passmark Single Thread, which is a strong result. It also scores 1852 in Cinebench R23 Single Core and 2521 in Geekbench Single Core. These scores indicate that the CPU can handle the game's physics and AI calculations without bottlenecking the GPU. The measured frame rates at 1080p Low (167 FPS) suggest that the CPU is not a limiting factor, as the frame rate is high enough to be GPU-bound.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is also adequate. It scores 12735 in Cinebench R23 Multi Core and 13413 in Geekbench Multi Core. The Passmark Multithread score is 27058, and the 3DMark 16-thread score is 6499. These results show that the CPU can handle background tasks and streaming while gaming. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core are well-suited for gaming workloads.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26324. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, which is 0.2% faster, and the Intel Core i9-11900KF, which is 0.4% faster. This indicates that the Ryzen 5 7600 is a competitive mid-range CPU that provides excellent performance for its class. The CPU's 65 W TDP and AMD Socket AM5 compatibility make it a versatile choice for various system builds.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 2150 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the 42nd percentile of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a mid-range performer. The rank reflects the GPU's age and its limitations at higher resolutions, rather than the CPU's capabilities.

The GPU's percentile rank of 65 vs all GPUs is higher than the combo rank, suggesting that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing. The CPU's percentile rank of 78 vs all CPUs is even higher, confirming that the CPU is not the bottleneck. The combo rank of 2150 indicates that there are many faster configurations, but also many slower ones, making this a balanced mid-range setup.

The data shows that this combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can achieve high frame rates on most presets. At 4K, the performance is below average, with only the Low preset providing a smooth experience. The combo's rank would likely improve if the GPU were upgraded, as the CPU has headroom to support a more powerful graphics card.

The nearest rival GPUs, such as the Intel Arc B570 and Arc A750, are only 1.3% and 1.5% faster respectively. This suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER is still competitive with newer mid-range cards. However, the GPU is marked as end-of-life, and newer architectures offer better performance per watt. The combo rank of 2150 out of 3703 is a reasonable result for a system built around a 2019 GPU and a 2023 CPU, reflecting the inherent imbalance between the two components.