Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Greedfall, but the data reveals a sharp performance cliff at 4K Ultra settings. The measured results indicate a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU proves more than adequate at lower settings. This combination ranks in the top third of all tested configurations, making it a solid, if not spectacular, choice for this Action RPG.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is significant, but the pattern is not uniform across all settings. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 236.3 at 1920x1080 to 98.6 at 3840x2160, a reduction of approximately 58%. This substantial decline indicates that even at Low settings, the GPU is the primary bottleneck as resolution increases; the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames, but the RX 9070 cannot maintain the same output at 4K.

At High settings, the scaling is more moderate. The average FPS drops from 166.4 at 1080p to 119 at 1440p, and finally to 71 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K here is roughly 57%, similar to the Low preset. However, the absolute values are lower, suggesting that the increased shading and texture work load the GPU harder at every resolution. The data shows a clear trend: the RX 9070 is the limiting component once you move past 1080p, regardless of the quality preset.

The most dramatic scaling occurs at Ultra settings. The average FPS plummets from 109.2 at 1080p to 74.3 at 1440p and then collapses to 42.1 at 4K. This 61% drop from 1080p to 4K is the steepest of all presets. The Ultra preset likely introduces effects that are particularly taxing on the GPU's compute and memory subsystems, and at 4K, the fill rate and bandwidth demands become overwhelming. Benchmark results indicate that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high refresh rates, while 4K is only viable at lower quality settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, featuring a 16 GB GDDR6 memory pool on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. This large memory allocation is beneficial for Greedfall's open-world environments, which can consume significant VRAM at higher resolutions. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is just 42.1, which suggests that the combination of memory pressure and the GPU's raw compute limits is the primary constraint. The GPU's boost clock of 2520 MHz and game clock of 2070 MHz are respectable, but they are insufficient to overcome the demands of 4K Ultra in this title.

The GPU's performance percentile of 79 places it in the upper echelon of all GPUs, but its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA Quadro GV100 and AMD Radeon HD 7970, have similar average benchmark scores. This indicates that while the RX 9070 is a strong performer, it is not in the top tier. In Greedfall, the GPU's role is clearly the dominant factor in determining average FPS. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 236.3 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited, but at 4K Ultra, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The measured FPS at 1440p High (119) versus 4K High (71) highlights how the GPU's performance scales with resolution, showing a predictable decline as pixel count increases.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination ranks 547th out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the 68th percentile of all configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the systems tested. This is a solid result, but it is not a top-tier ranking. The data suggests that while the GPU is strong, the CPU, which has an average benchmark score of 25064 and sits at the 82nd percentile, is not the primary driver of this ranking.

The CPU's nearest rivals, like the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X and AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, have nearly identical average scores, with deltas of 0% and 0.3% respectively. This indicates that the 8400F is a mid-range processor that neither boosts nor hinders the combo's performance in Greedfall. The GPU, however, with an average benchmark score of 34780, is the more influential component. Its nearest rivals, including the NVIDIA A2 and AMD Radeon PRO W6400, are within a 0.8% delta, showing that the RX 9070 is firmly in a competitive performance band. The combo's overall rank of 547 suggests that it is a balanced pairing, but the GPU's performance ceiling is what ultimately defines its position in the database.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system shows excellent performance across all presets. The Low preset yields an average of 236.3 FPS, which is exceptionally high and indicates a CPU-bound scenario. The Medium preset drops to 186.5 FPS, while High delivers 166.4 FPS. The Ultra preset is still very playable at 109.2 FPS, making 1080p a sweet spot for high refresh rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 162.5 FPS, which is still remarkably smooth. Medium and High presets are nearly identical at 125.4 and 119 FPS, respectively, showing that the GPU is starting to become the limiting factor. The Ultra preset drops to 74.3 FPS, which is acceptable for most players but below the 100 FPS threshold that some might prefer.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The Low preset averages 98.6 FPS, which is playable, but the Medium preset drops to 78.4 FPS. High is still decent at 71 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 42.1 FPS, which is a significant drop and may be too low for smooth gameplay in action sequences. The data clearly shows a linear degradation from Low to Ultra at 4K, with the Ultra preset being the only one that falls below the 60 FPS playability standard.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 are the optimal resolutions. At 1080p, all presets exceed 100 FPS, and at 1440p, even the High preset maintains an average of 119 FPS. 4K is only viable at Low settings, which average 98.6 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: Yes, but with limitations. The Ultra preset only achieves 42.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target. The High preset is better at 71 FPS, but players seeking 4K will need to compromise on visual quality to maintain smooth frame rates.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its direct rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25064, which is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (25057) and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (25099). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24993.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is in the 79th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34780. This puts it ahead of most GPUs but behind the top-tier models.

Q: Which preset provides the most balanced experience at 1440p?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 offers an average of 119 FPS, which is a good balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset is slightly faster at 125.4 FPS, but the difference is small.

Q: Is the system CPU-bound or GPU-bound at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 236.3, which is likely CPU-limited given the GPU's capabilities. As the settings increase to Ultra, the frame rate drops to 109.2, indicating that the GPU becomes the limiting component.

Settings Recommendations

For the best overall experience, the High preset at 2560x1440 is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 119 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium. The data shows that the jump from Medium to High at 1440p costs only 6.4 FPS (125.4 to 119), making High a clear winner for image quality.

At 1920x1080, the High preset is also recommended, as it averages 166.4 FPS, which is excellent for high refresh rate displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p is also viable at 109.2 FPS, but the visual difference between High and Ultra may not justify the 57 FPS drop. For players with 1080p 144Hz monitors, High is the sweet spot.

For those who insist on 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the best option, averaging 78.4 FPS. The High preset is playable at 71 FPS, but Medium provides a safer margin for demanding scenes. The Ultra preset should be avoided, as the 42.1 FPS average will likely cause noticeable stuttering in combat. The data indicates that this combo is not designed for 4K Ultra in Greedfall, and players should prioritize resolution or quality accordingly.