Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination delivers a solid, if not spectacular, showing in Greedfall. The data places this pairing in the 55th percentile of all tested combos, indicating a balanced setup that favors high refresh rates at 1080p and remains playable at higher resolutions, though with clear compromises at the top end.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable and significant drop as resolution increases across all settings presets. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 136 FPS at 1920x1080 to 94 FPS at 2560x1440, a 31% reduction, and then to 56 FPS at 3840x2160, a further 40% drop from the 1440p figure. This steep decline suggests that at 4K, the system is becoming heavily reliant on the GPU's capabilities, with the pixel count overwhelming the Radeon RX 7700's throughput.

The scaling pattern is consistent across other presets. On Low settings, the 1080p average of 191 FPS is extremely high, showing the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU at this resolution. However, this drops to 132 FPS at 1440p and 79 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 4K on Low is nearly 60%, which is a massive performance loss that points squarely at the GPU as the limiting factor. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads based on Zen 4, is not the bottleneck here; its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851, indicate it has ample headroom for this 2019 title.

The Medium preset shows the same trend, with 150 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, and the numbers confirm this: 87 FPS at 1080p drops to 60 FPS at 1440p and plummets to 36 FPS at 4K, which is below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The overall pattern indicates that while the Ryzen 5 8400F is strong enough to maintain high framerates at lower resolutions, the RX 7700's performance ceiling is what ultimately governs playability as resolution increases.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 achieves a combo rank of 1307 out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places it in the upper-middle tier of all systems, meaning it outperforms a majority of the hardware pairings in the database. The rank suggests a well-balanced pairing that is not held back by a severe CPU or GPU deficiency.

Looking at the individual components, the CPU sits in the 77th percentile among all tested processors, which is a strong showing. Its average benchmark score of 25005 is nearly identical to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24964, a delta of only 0.2%. This indicates that the 8400F performs essentially on par with the 7500F in general workloads. The GPU, however, is in the 58th percentile, with an average score of 15852. Its closest rival in the database is the AMD Radeon R9 370X, with a score of 15862, a delta of -0.1%, which is effectively a tie. More notably, it trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129, by 1.7%.

This discrepancy in component percentiles suggests that while the CPU is a high performer relative to other processors, the GPU is a more mid-range part. In Greedfall, this means the combo's overall rank is likely held back more by the GPU's limits than the CPU's. The data shows that at 1080p Medium, the system achieves 150 FPS, which is excellent, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 36 FPS. This spread indicates the combo is capable of high performance when the GPU is not the primary bottleneck.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture and features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. This generous memory allocation is particularly relevant for Greedfall, as the game's open-world environments and texture detail can be demanding on VRAM. The data shows that even at 4K High settings, the combo manages 56 FPS, and the 16 GB frame buffer is likely a key reason why the game does not become unplayable or suffer from texture pop-in at that resolution.

The GPU's clocks are set at a base of 1900 MHz, a game clock of 2041 MHz, and a boost clock of 2459 MHz. These frequencies are moderate for the Radeon RX 7000 series, and the benchmark results bear this out. The GPU's PassMark G3D score is 20974, which is a solid mid-range result. Its performance relative to rivals shows it is competitive; it is essentially tied with the AMD Radeon R9 370X in average score, though that part is significantly older and less capable in modern APIs. The 1.7% deficit against the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti suggests that in some titles, the RX 7700 will trade blows.

In Greedfall specifically, the GPU's role is clear from the scaling data. At 1080p Low, the 191 FPS average is so high that the CPU is likely the limiting factor. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's fillrate and compute power become the primary constraint. The shift from 1080p to 1440p on High settings results in a 42 FPS drop, and the shift from 1440p to 4K results in a 38 FPS drop. This shows the GPU is being progressively saturated. The 36 FPS result at 4K Ultra is the clearest indicator that the GPU is out of its depth at the highest settings and resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. Low settings yield an average of 191 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings still deliver a very smooth 150 FPS, with a minimum of 127 FPS and a maximum of 172 FPS, ensuring no noticeable stutters. High settings drop to 136 FPS, which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings are the only preset where the framerate dips below 100, landing at 87 FPS, which remains perfectly playable for a single-player action RPG.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but the GPU's workload increases. Low settings produce 132 FPS, which is excellent. Medium settings are still very good, with an average of 104 FPS and a minimum of 88 FPS, ensuring a stable experience. High settings see a further reduction to 94 FPS, which is still smooth. Ultra settings, however, show a significant drop to 60 FPS, which is exactly on the threshold for a standard 60Hz display but leaves no headroom for dips.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. Low settings are the only preset that maintains a high average, at 79 FPS. Medium settings drop to 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced combat. High settings yield 56 FPS, which is borderline. Ultra settings are the worst performer, with an average of only 36 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience in this genre. The data shows a clear hierarchy: 1080p is the sweet spot, 1440p is very good, and 4K is only viable on lower presets.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the ideal settings preset depends entirely on the target resolution and the player's preference for framerate versus visual fidelity. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice. The 87 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS standard and provides excellent visual quality without sacrificing playability. If the player has a 144Hz or higher monitor, the High preset at 136 FPS is a better option, as the visual differences between High and Ultra are often less impactful than the framerate jump.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is the best balance. The 94 FPS average is smooth and responsive, and the visual upgrade over Medium is significant. The Ultra preset at 60 FPS is viable for players who prioritize image quality over smoothness, but the lack of headroom means any demanding scene could cause the framerate to dip below 60. The Medium preset at 104 FPS is a good choice for competitive play or for those who prefer a higher framerate buffer.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the only sensible recommendation for a playable experience. The 62 FPS average is acceptable, and the minimum of 53 FPS is manageable. The High preset at 56 FPS is risky, as it may drop into the 40s during intense combat. The Ultra preset at 36 FPS is not recommended, as it will result in a choppy and unenjoyable experience. For 4K gaming, players should stick to Medium settings to keep the framerate in a playable range.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 provides the highest framerates, with all presets exceeding 87 FPS. At 2560x1440, the combo is still strong, with High settings achieving 94 FPS. 4K is only playable on Low or Medium settings.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F a bottleneck for the RX 7700 in this game?

A: No. The CPU's benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851, are high. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a steep drop, which indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: How does the RX 7700 compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Ti, in terms of average score?

A: The RX 7700 has an average benchmark score of 15852, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129. This puts the RX 7700 1.7% behind the RTX 3060 Ti in the database's aggregate benchmarks.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K Ultra settings in Greedfall?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 36 FPS, which is too low for a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset at 62 FPS is the highest playable option at 4K.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 191, which is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The maximum FPS recorded in any test is 172, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Medium settings.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 7700 have, and is it sufficient for Greedfall?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The data shows that even at 4K High settings, the game maintains an average of 56 FPS, suggesting that the 16 GB frame buffer is sufficient to handle the game's textures without causing a significant performance penalty.