Greedfall

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination sits at rank 254 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it comfortably in the top 7% of all configurations tested, indicating a high-performing pairing for this Action RPG. The data suggests this combo is not merely adequate but rather a strong contender, delivering frame rates that would satisfy most players seeking high-refresh-rate experiences at common resolutions.

Benchmark results indicate that the combo's strength is particularly evident when considering the CPU's performance percentile. The Ryzen 5 8400F ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, which is respectable, though not elite. Its average benchmark score of 25005 places it in a tight cluster with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (avg score 24964, deltaPct 0.2) and the Intel Core i7-13620H (avg score 24911, deltaPct 0.4). The near-identical scores suggest that the 8400F trades blows with these alternatives, meaning the overall combo rank is largely driven by the GPU's contribution.

The GPU side is where this combo gains significant ground. The RTX 4080 holds the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54247. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54209 (deltaPct 0.1), a negligible difference that effectively puts these two at parity. The data implies that in Greedfall, this combo's rank is more heavily influenced by the GPU's raw power than the CPU's, which aligns with the game's nature as a visually demanding title. The combo's position at 254 suggests that while many CPUs may outperform the 8400F marginally, few GPU pairings can match the RTX 4080's throughput in this specific game.

GPU Role

The RTX 4080 brings 16 GB of GDDR6X memory across a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. For Greedfall, this capacity is substantial, allowing for high-resolution textures and complex scenes without memory-related stuttering. The GPU's base clock of 2205 MHz and boost clock of 2505 MHz are the defining frequencies here, with the boost clock being particularly relevant for sustained gaming loads. The memory clock runs at 1400 MHz with 22.4 Gbps effective speed, which supports the high bandwidth figure.

In terms of raw compute, the RTX 4080 offers 9728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, along with 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores. The FP32 performance of 48.74 TFLOPS is the headline number here, indicating significant parallel processing capability. The pixel rate of 280.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 761.5 GTexel/s further underscore the GPU's ability to fill frames quickly. For Greedfall, these specifications translate directly into the measured FPS numbers, where the GPU is clearly the dominant factor at higher resolutions.

The data shows that at 4K Ultra settings, the combo averages 60 FPS, while at 4K High it jumps to 94 FPS. This 34 FPS difference between Ultra and High suggests that the Ultra preset imposes a heavy load, likely due to advanced shading and post-processing effects that tax the GPU's shading units and ROPs. The RTX 4080's architecture, Ada Lovelace, is built on a 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors, giving it the efficiency headroom to handle these settings. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking reinforces that it is a top-tier part, and in Greedfall, its role is to provide the bulk of the rendering horsepower, which it does admirably based on the measured frames.

FAQ

Q: Does the RTX 4080 bottleneck the Ryzen 5 8400F in Greedfall?

A: The data does not indicate a bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 318 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it drops to 60 FPS. The consistent scaling suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, but the CPU still delivers high frame rates at lower settings, implying a balanced pairing for this game.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain over 100 FPS?

A: Based on the measured rows, 2560x1440 at High settings yields 157 FPS, and 1920x1080 at High yields 226 FPS. At 4K, only Low (131 FPS) and Medium (103 FPS) settings exceed 100 FPS, while High (94 FPS) and Ultra (60 FPS) fall below.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080 scores 54247 in average benchmarks, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209, a deltaPct of 0.1. This means the 4080 is effectively identical in performance, being just 0.1% ahead, which is within measurement noise for gaming workloads like Greedfall.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 8400F a good match for the RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The combo ranks 254th out of 3703, placing it in the top 7% of all tested configurations. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking and the GPU's 86th percentile ranking indicate both components are strong, and the measured FPS at 1440p and 1080p are high, suggesting no significant mismatch.

Q: What settings should I use at 4K to get the smoothest experience?

A: For 4K, Medium settings provide 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS, which is playable. Low settings offer 131 FPS. Ultra drops to 60 FPS, which may be acceptable but is noticeably lower. High sits at 94 FPS, close to the 100 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the CPU's single-thread performance hold back the combo?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has a 3DMark single-thread score of 951, and in Cinebench R23 single-core it scores 2943. These are solid numbers, and the measured FPS at 1080p Low (318 FPS) indicates that the CPU is not limiting frame rates in Greedfall, even at high refresh rates.

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 combo delivers exceptional frame rates: Low averages 318 FPS, Medium averages 249 FPS with a minimum of 212 FPS and maximum of 287 FPS, High averages 226 FPS, and Ultra averages 145 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz or 240Hz) even at Ultra settings, though the Low preset's 318 FPS shows headroom for competitive play.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but show the expected scaling. Low averages 220 FPS, Medium averages 173 FPS with a range of 147 to 199 FPS, High averages 157 FPS, and Ultra averages 100 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is approximately 30% at Low settings (from 318 to 220 FPS) and 31% at High settings (from 226 to 157 FPS). The Ultra preset at 1440p hits exactly 100 FPS, which is a common target for smooth gameplay, suggesting that this combo can handle 1440p Ultra without compromise.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more modest, reflecting the GPU's load. Low averages 131 FPS, Medium averages 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS and maximum of 119 FPS, High averages 94 FPS, and Ultra averages 60 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is notable as it exactly hits 60 FPS, which is the baseline for console-like smoothness, but the High preset's 94 FPS is more comfortable. The Medium preset's minimum of 88 FPS indicates that even in demanding scenes, the combo stays above 85 FPS at 4K Medium.

Analyzing the settings scaling within each resolution, the data shows that Ultra is significantly more demanding than High. At 1080p, the difference is 81 FPS (226 to 145 FPS), at 1440p it is 57 FPS (157 to 100 FPS), and at 4K it is 34 FPS (94 to 60 FPS). This pattern suggests that Ultra settings introduce effects that disproportionately tax the GPU at lower resolutions, where the CPU can more easily feed frames.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 16 MB of L3 cache. These specifications provide solid single-thread and multi-thread performance for gaming.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and physics, while the GPU focuses on rendering. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (318 FPS) suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with frames at very high rates. The 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and multi-thread score of 6165 (max threads) indicate balanced performance. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 20851 and single-core score of 2943 show that the CPU can handle both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads.

The CPU's nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (deltaPct 0.2), Intel Core i7-11850H (deltaPct 0.3), and Intel Core i7-13620H (deltaPct 0.4). All of these are within 0.4% of the 8400F's score, indicating that they are effectively equivalent in general compute tasks. However, the 8400F's 77th percentile ranking means it outperforms the majority of CPUs, and in Greedfall, the data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not a bottleneck, as the frame rates scale with GPU settings rather than being capped by CPU limits.

The CPU's memory support for DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for feeding the GPU. The PCIe Gen 4 interface with 20 lanes provides sufficient bandwidth for the RTX 4080's PCIe 4.0 x16 connection. The data implies that the CPU's 4.70 GHz boost clock is the key factor in achieving the high frame rates seen at 1080p, as single-thread performance is crucial for games like Greedfall that may rely on a primary game thread.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 145 FPS, which is excellent for 144Hz monitors. However, the High preset at 226 FPS offers a significant improvement for 240Hz displays. The data suggests that for competitive or high-refresh-rate play, High settings at 1080p provide the best balance, as the jump from High to Ultra costs 81 FPS, which is a 36% reduction.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset hits exactly 100 FPS, making it a viable choice for 100Hz or 144Hz monitors with adaptive sync. The High preset at 157 FPS is smoother, and the Medium preset at 173 FPS offers even higher frame rates with a minimum of 147 FPS, which is quite stable. For most players, High at 1440p is the sweet spot, as it provides 157 FPS without the visual compromises of Medium. The data shows that Ultra at 1440p is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes, as the minimum is not recorded for Ultra, but the average of 100 FPS suggests occasional drops.

At 3840x2160, the recommendations are more constrained. Ultra averages 60 FPS, which is the minimum for smooth play, but it has no recorded minimum, meaning it could dip below that in busy scenes. High at 94 FPS is a much better experience, and Medium at 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS is the safest choice for maintaining high frame rates. Low at 131 FPS is an option for those prioritizing frame rate over visuals. The data indicates that for 4K, High is the best overall preset, as it offers 94 FPS, which is above the 90 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, without the performance hit of Ultra.

The measured rows show that the Medium preset consistently provides a minimum FPS, which is useful for understanding frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 212 FPS; at 1440p Medium, it is 147 FPS; and at 4K Medium, it is 88 FPS. These minimums are all above 85 FPS, indicating that the combo maintains good frame pacing even in the most demanding moments of Greedfall. For a balanced experience across all resolutions, Medium or High settings are recommended, with Ultra reserved for players who prioritize visuals over frame rate.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals important insights about the limiting component. At Low settings, the average FPS decreases from 318 at 1080p to 220 at 1440p (a 31% drop) and then to 131 at 4K (a 41% drop from 1440p). This scaling is relatively linear, suggesting that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as the CPU has enough headroom to maintain high frame rates even at 1080p Low.

At High settings, the progression is 226 FPS (1080p) to 157 FPS (1440p) to 94 FPS (4K). The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 31%, and from 1440p to 4K is 40%. This is consistent with the Low settings scaling, again pointing to the GPU as the limiting factor. The RTX 4080's performance is expected to scale with pixel count, and the data reflects this, with each resolution step increasing the GPU load proportionally.

At Ultra settings, the drop is more pronounced: 145 FPS (1080p) to 100 FPS (1440p) to 60 FPS (4K). The percentage drops are 31% and 40%, respectively, matching the High settings pattern. However, the absolute drop of 40 FPS from 1080p Ultra to 1440p Ultra is notable, and the 40 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K Ultra is even more significant, bringing the frame rate to 60 FPS.

The scaling pattern across all settings indicates that the GPU is the dominant limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect the FPS to plateau at 1080p, especially at Low settings, where the GPU load is minimal. Instead, the FPS continues to rise significantly from 1440p to 1080p, with the 1080p Low result of 318 FPS being nearly 2.5 times the 4K Low result of 131 FPS. This suggests that the Ryzen 5 8400F is capable of delivering frames at rates well above what the GPU can render at 4K, confirming that the RTX 4080 is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The data also shows that the ratio of FPS between resolutions is consistent across settings, with 1080p being approximately 2.4 times faster than 4K at Low, 2.4 times at High, and 2.4 times at Ultra. This consistency further supports the GPU-bound conclusion, as the scaling is purely driven by pixel count and GPU workload, not by CPU limitations. For players using this combo, the implication is that lowering resolution yields predictable frame rate gains, and at 1080p, the CPU has ample headroom to support future GPU upgrades without becoming a bottleneck.