Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti pairing in Greedfall presents a compelling study in component balance. The data indicates a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, but the CPU's strong single-threaded performance ensures that frame rates remain playable even when graphical loads are reduced. This analysis explores the measured performance across resolutions and settings, interpreting what the numbers reveal about the hardware’s behavior in this specific Action RPG.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform and is built on a 5 nm process by TSMC. Its base clock is 3.80 GHz, with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The processor features a 32 MB shared L3 cache, with 64 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 cache per core. This configuration is notable for a game like Greedfall, which was released in 2019 and does not typically leverage massive multi-threading. The CPU’s strength lies in its high boost clock and efficient single-core performance, which is often more critical for maintaining consistent frame pacing in such titles.

Benchmark data places the Ryzen 5 7600 in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26617. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which scores 26574 (a delta of 0.2%), and the Intel Core i9-12900HK, which scores 26672 (a delta of -0.2%). This indicates that the 7600 is essentially on par with these processors in general compute tasks. In synthetic tests, the CPU scores 3246 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 22992 in multi-core. The single-core score is particularly telling; it suggests that the processor can handle the game's logic and physics calculations without becoming a limiting factor, especially when the GPU is stressed at 4K resolutions.

In the measured FPS data, the impact of the CPU is most visible at 1080p with Low settings, where the average frame rate reaches 154.4 FPS. This high number suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to achieve very high frame rates, but it also implies that the game is not heavily multi-threaded, as the 12 threads of the 7600 are sufficient. The CPU’s performance relative to its rivals, such as the Core i9-11900K (which scores 26546, a delta of 0.3%), shows that it holds its own in this workload. The data implies that for Greedfall, the Ryzen 5 7600 provides a stable and robust foundation, ensuring that the GPU is the primary determinant of performance in most scenarios.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is an Ampere-architecture GPU built on an 8 nm process at Samsung. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU features 4864 shading units, 152 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. Its base clock is 1410 MHz, with a boost clock of 1665 MHz. The memory clock is listed as 1750 MHz, which translates to 14 Gbps effective. This configuration is typical for a mid-range card of its generation, and its performance in Greedfall shows clear scaling with resolution and settings.

The GPU's benchmark percentile is 69, with an average score of 25120. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6700M (scoring 25180, a delta of -0.2%) and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 (scoring 25235, a delta of -0.5%). This suggests that the RTX 3060 Ti is positioned closely with these competitors in raw compute. However, in Greedfall, the GPU's behavior is more revealing. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 154.4, but when settings are raised to Ultra, the FPS drops to 67.2. This significant drop indicates that the game's Ultra preset places a heavy load on the GPU, likely due to increased draw distances, shadow quality, and post-processing effects that strain the 8 GB VRAM and the GPU's processing power.

At 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 29.4, which is below the typical threshold for smooth gameplay. This is a clear indicator that the RTX 3060 Ti is not intended for 4K gaming at maximum settings in this title. The GPU's memory bandwidth and compute capabilities are simply insufficient for that workload. The data suggests that the 3060 Ti is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver playable frame rates across most settings. The 8 GB VRAM appears adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the higher resolution and texture demands can approach the memory limit, contributing to the lower frame rates observed.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo in Greedfall?

A: The highest average frame rate is 154.4 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 29.4 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold often considered the minimum for playable performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1440p High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the average FPS is 73.6. Given that the CPU is capable of much higher frame rates at 1080p Low (154.4 FPS), the data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution and settings combination.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 154.4 on Low settings to 67.2 on Ultra settings, a difference of 87.2 FPS, indicating a substantial performance cost for the higher graphical fidelity.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The combination ranks 1285 out of 1705 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the rankings for overall performance in Greedfall.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system achieves an average frame rate of 81.6 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience balances visual quality with frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers an average of 106.8 FPS, which is excellent for a smooth experience. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 120.4 FPS, offering a slight performance boost with presumably minor visual trade-offs. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 67.2 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant performance hit for the extra visual fidelity. For a 60 FPS target, the High preset at 1080p is the best choice, as it provides a comfortable margin above the target.

At 1440p, the High preset delivers 73.6 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a good balance of visuals and performance. The Medium preset at 1440p offers 81.6 FPS, making it a solid alternative for players who prioritize frame rate over detail. The Low preset at 1440p yields 102.3 FPS, which is quite high, but the visual compromise may be too significant for many players. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 46.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and not recommended for a consistently smooth experience. For 4K, the data shows that even the Low preset only achieves 64.3 FPS, and the High preset falls to 44.4 FPS. Given these numbers, 4K gaming is only viable with Low settings for a playable experience, and even then, it is not ideal.

The data suggests that the best overall experience is achieved at 1440p with High settings, as it provides a good balance between the game's visual quality and a frame rate of 73.6 FPS. For players with 1080p monitors, the High preset is the clear winner, offering over 100 FPS with likely minimal visual difference from Ultra in most scenes. The Medium preset is a fallback for those seeking higher refresh rates, but the performance gain from High to Medium at 1080p is only 13.6 FPS, which may not be worth the reduction in visual detail.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti combination ranks 1285 out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the lower-mid range of all tested systems, suggesting that there are many more powerful combinations available. The ranking indicates that while this pairing is competent for 1080p and 1440p gaming, it is not a high-end solution. The percentile data for the individual components supports this: the CPU is in the 83rd percentile, which is quite high, while the GPU is in the 69th percentile. This discrepancy suggests that the GPU is the weaker link in this pairing for this specific game.

The combo's rank is influenced by the GPU's performance at higher resolutions. At 4K, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates on higher settings, which likely pulls its overall rank down. The CPU's high percentile shows that it is more than capable of handling the game, but the GPU's limits prevent the combo from achieving a higher ranking. In comparison to other combos, the data implies that a system with a similar CPU but a more powerful GPU would rank significantly higher. The 1285 rank is a clear indicator that the RTX 3060 Ti is the performance bottleneck, and the system's overall standing in the database reflects this. The measured FPS data is consistent with this ranking, as the system shows a significant drop in performance when moving from 1440p to 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 154.4 on Low to 67.2 on Ultra. The Medium preset achieves 120.4 FPS, while the High preset achieves 106.8 FPS. This shows a clear progression of decreasing performance as settings increase. The gap between Low and High is 47.6 FPS, and the gap between High and Ultra is 39.6 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset is particularly demanding.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS ranges from 102.3 on Low to 46.1 on Ultra. The Medium preset achieves 81.6 FPS, and the High preset achieves 73.6 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is notable: the Low preset loses 52.1 FPS (from 154.4 to 102.3), and the High preset loses 33.2 FPS (from 106.8 to 73.6). This indicates that resolution scaling has a significant impact on performance. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 64.3 on Low to 29.4 on Ultra. The Medium preset achieves 47.1 FPS, and the High preset achieves 44.4 FPS. The 4K results are consistently low, with even the Low preset falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

The data shows a consistent pattern: for each resolution, the Low preset provides the highest FPS, followed by Medium, then High, and finally Ultra. The relative performance gap between Low and Ultra is consistent across resolutions, suggesting that the GPU is the limiting factor in all scenarios. The min and max FPS are not provided, so the analysis relies solely on average FPS, but the numbers are sufficient to draw conclusions about the system's capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a significant dependency on the GPU. At 1080p High, the average FPS is 106.8. Moving to 1440p High, the FPS drops to 73.6, a 31.1% decrease. Moving further to 4K High, the FPS drops to 44.4, a 39.7% decrease from 1440p and a 58.4% decrease from 1080p. This scaling pattern is typical for a GPU-bound scenario, where the increase in pixel count directly impacts the GPU's workload. The CPU's performance is less affected by resolution, as its workload is primarily determined by game logic and draw calls, which remain constant.

The data suggests that the RTX 3060 Ti is the limiting component in this system. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar FPS across resolutions, as the CPU's workload would be the same. Instead, we see a clear and substantial drop in FPS as resolution increases, which is a hallmark of a GPU-bound system. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is notable, but the scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more severe, indicating that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power are stretched thin at 4K. The 8 GB VRAM may also be a factor, as 4K textures and higher resolution buffers can exceed this capacity, leading to performance degradation.

The implication is that for this combo, 1080p and 1440p are the ideal resolutions, as the GPU can maintain playable frame rates. The 4K results, while measurable, are not suitable for a smooth gaming experience except on the lowest settings. The data shows that the system is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, with the CPU providing enough headroom to avoid being a bottleneck, but the GPU's limits are clearly defined at higher resolutions. This scaling analysis confirms that the RTX 3060 Ti is the primary factor determining the system's performance envelope in Greedfall.