Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a firmly playable experience in Greedfall, but the data reveals a system that is consistently constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions and by the game's engine at lower ones. The combination ranks in the 823rd position out of 1705 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database, a result driven by the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's solid throughput. This analysis breaks down exactly how these components interact with Greedfall's demands.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Phoenix) using a 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. For a 2019 action RPG like Greedfall, this configuration is more than sufficient to keep up with the game's logic and physics. The relevant benchmark data shows the CPU's single-thread capability is its strongest asset: it scores 951 in 3dMark single-thread and 3684 in PassMark single-thread. Multi-threaded performance is also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851 and a 3dMark max-threads score of 6165.

In Greedfall specifically, the CPU is never the bottleneck, even at 1080p where frame rates are highest. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 192.7 FPS, which is a frame rate that demands solid per-core performance from the processor to feed the GPU. The 8400F's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth (via DDR5) provide ample data transfer for the game's open-world environments. The CPU's performance percentile of 82 versus all CPUs indicates it sits above most processors in the database, which aligns with its ability to handle Greedfall's threaded workload without issue. When the resolution drops to 1080p, the data shows frame rates that are high enough to suggest the CPU is comfortably keeping pace, though the scaling curve indicates a shift to GPU limitation as settings increase.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo's rank of 823 out of 1705 in Greedfall places it at roughly the 48th percentile of all tested CPU-GPU pairings for this title. This is a mid-pack result, which might seem surprising given the hardware's modern specifications. However, the rank reflects the entire system's frame output across all measured settings and resolutions, and the RTX 5060's 8 GB VRAM becomes a limiting factor at 4K Ultra. The CPU's own nearest rivals provide context: the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X scores 25057 on average, exactly matching the 8400F's 25064 average (0% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is 0.3% behind. This means the 8400F is essentially equal to a much older high-end chip in general compute, but its newer architecture gives it better efficiency.

For the GPU, the RTX 5060's nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, with an average score of 30097 versus the 5060's 30109 — a 0% delta. The RTX 5060 also edges out the NVIDIA Tesla M60 by 0.5% and trails the RTX 5070 Mobile by 0.6%. These tight deltas show that the 5060 is a mid-range card that competes directly with upper-midrange offerings. In Greedfall, the combo's rank suggests that while the CPU is not holding the system back, the GPU's performance and memory capacity cap the overall results, particularly at the Ultra preset where the game's demands outstrip the card's 8 GB VRAM at higher resolutions. The data indicates this is a balanced pairing for 1080p and 1440p gameplay, but not one that dominates the database rankings.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of GPU limitation as resolution increases. At 1080p High, the combo delivers 134.4 FPS, which drops to 96.5 FPS at 1440p High (a 28.2% reduction) and then to 56 FPS at 4K High (a 58.3% reduction from 1080p). This steep decline is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance, as the RTX 5060's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute are increasingly taxed by the higher pixel count. The same trend appears across all settings: at Low, 192.7 FPS at 1080p falls to 131.8 FPS at 1440p (31.6% drop) and 78.7 FPS at 4K (59.2% drop). The consistency of this ~60% performance loss from 1080p to 4K across settings confirms the GPU is the primary limiter.

However, the scaling from Low to Ultra at each resolution reveals a different story. At 1080p, going from Low (192.7 FPS) to Ultra (88.5 FPS) cuts performance by 54.1%. At 1440p, the same setting shift drops from 131.8 to 60.2 FPS (54.3% reduction). At 4K, Low gives 78.7 FPS and Ultra gives 38.4 FPS, a 51.2% reduction. This near-constant percentage drop across resolutions suggests that the game's Ultra preset imposes a similar relative load increase, regardless of pixel count. The fact that the CPU's frame rates at 1080p Low (192.7 FPS) do not scale linearly with resolution — while the GPU clearly does — indicates the 8400F has headroom to spare, and the RTX 5060's VRAM capacity and compute limits dominate the experience. The 8 GB of GDDR7 memory is likely the culprit at 4K Ultra, where the 38.4 FPS result indicates the card is swapping or struggling with texture data.

FAQ

*Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F strong enough for Greedfall at high frame rates?*

A: Yes. The CPU's single-thread performance (951 in 3dMark single-thread, 3684 in PassMark single-thread) and multi-core scores (20851 in Cinebench R23) are more than adequate. Evidence from 1080p Low (192.7 FPS) shows the processor is not a bottleneck, as frame rates are primarily limited by the GPU at higher settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its closest rival in this context?

A: The RTX 5060's average benchmark score is 30109, which is statistically tied with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (30097, 0% delta). It also sits within 0.6% of the RTX 5070 Mobile. This indicates the 5060 performs at the level of a capable mid-range card, though its 8 GB VRAM limits it in demanding scenarios like 4K Ultra.

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Greedfall with this combo?*

A: The data suggests 1440p is the sweet spot. At High settings, the combo delivers 96.5 FPS at 2560x1440, which is smooth and visually detailed. 4K is possible at Medium (61.1 FPS) but drops to 56 FPS at High, so 1440p provides the best balance of fidelity and frame rate.

Q: Why does the 4K Ultra preset only achieve 38.4 FPS?

A: This result is almost certainly due to the RTX 5060's 8 GB GDDR7 VRAM being exceeded. The Ultra preset likely increases texture sizes and effects that require more than 8 GB at 3840x2160, causing a significant performance hit compared to the 4K High result of 56 FPS. The GPU's 128-bit memory bus and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for this load.

Q: Is the combo's rank of 823 out of 1705 a poor result?

A: Not necessarily. This rank places the combo in the upper-middle of all tested pairings, meaning roughly 48% of combos perform better and 52% perform worse. Given that the CPU is not the bottleneck, the rank reflects the GPU's mid-range positioning, not a mismatch between components.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to older processors?

A: The 8400F's average benchmark score of 25064 is exactly matched by the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (25057, 0% delta). It also beats the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F by 0.3% and trails the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 by 0.1%, showing that this is a solid mid-range CPU that holds its own against both older and newer competitors.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture (chip GB206) using a 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost clock of 2497 MHz, which drives its 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. The card has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is the defining factor in Greedfall's higher-resolution performance. At 4K Ultra, the combo only reaches 38.4 FPS, which is a 31.4% drop from the 4K High result of 56 FPS. The Ultra preset's additional detail likely exceeds the 8 GB VRAM capacity, causing the card to fall back on slower memory handling.

The GPU's benchmark results show it is a capable performer: it scores 20891 in PassMark G3D and 120785 in Geekbench OpenCL. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, scores 30097, a 0% delta, meaning the 5060 is essentially equal in raw compute. However, the 7700 XT typically has more VRAM, which is why the 5060 struggles more at 4K Ultra. In Greedfall, the GPU's role is clearly the primary limiter at 1440p and 4K. At 1080p, the card is powerful enough to push frame rates above 130 FPS on Medium (149.1 FPS) and High (134.4 FPS), but the 88.5 FPS at Ultra shows that even at 1080p, the Ultra preset's demands are significant. The 145 W TDP and 300 W suggested PSU indicate this is an efficient card, but the 8 GB VRAM is a hard limit that prevents the card from competing at the highest settings in this 2019 title, which was designed before such high resolutions became standard.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of settings. At 1080p, the Low preset achieves 192.7 FPS, which is useful for high-refresh-rate monitors but sacrifices visual quality. The Medium preset gives 149.1 FPS, which is still exceptionally smooth and likely a better balance for most players. The High preset at 134.4 FPS is also excellent, and given that the jump from Medium to High only costs 14.7 FPS (a 9.8% drop), High is the recommended preset for 1080p. Ultra drops to 88.5 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 34.1% reduction from High, making it less desirable unless visual fidelity is paramount.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts. High delivers 96.5 FPS, which is ideal for a smooth experience on a 1440p display. Medium offers 103.1 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often noticeable in an action RPG. The Ultra preset at 60.2 FPS is borderline, and the Low preset at 131.8 FPS is overkill for the resolution. Therefore, High is the clear choice at 1440p. At 4K, the situation changes: High gives 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, while Medium provides 61.1 FPS. The Low preset at 78.7 FPS is the only 4K option that clears 60 FPS comfortably. For 4K, Medium is the recommended preset, as it provides the best playable frame rate above 60 FPS without the visual compromises of Low. Ultra at 38.4 FPS is not recommended for any serious gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. The Low preset averages 192.7 FPS, Medium averages 149.1 FPS, High averages 134.4 FPS, and Ultra averages 88.5 FPS. This represents a spread of 104.2 FPS from Low to Ultra, with each step up in settings incurring a significant cost: Low to Medium loses 43.6 FPS, Medium to High loses 14.7 FPS, and High to Ultra loses 45.9 FPS. The data suggests that High is the most efficient preset at this resolution, offering a 134.4 FPS average with only a modest drop from Medium.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down predictably. Low averages 131.8 FPS, Medium averages 103.1 FPS, High averages 96.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 60.2 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 71.6 FPS. Notably, the drop from Medium to High is only 6.6 FPS, which is smaller than the gap at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is becoming more constrained at this resolution. The jump from High to Ultra is steep at 36.3 FPS, reinforcing that Ultra is a heavy setting.

At 3840x2160, the results are the most constrained. Low averages 78.7 FPS, Medium averages 61.1 FPS, High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra averages 38.4 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 40.3 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one that stays above 60 FPS, while High just misses it. The Ultra preset's 38.4 FPS result is the lowest in the entire dataset, confirming that the 8 GB VRAM is a hard bottleneck at this resolution. Overall, the data shows a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p with High settings, but requires dropping to Medium at 4K to maintain playable frame rates.