Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti combination delivers a compelling 1080p and 1440p experience in Greedfall, but the data reveals a steep performance cliff at 4K Ultra settings. This pairing ranks in the 72nd percentile of all tested combos for this title, placing it at rank 481 out of 1705 configurations. The benchmark results show a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the 8-core CPU provides ample headroom at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, but the magnitude of the drop varies dramatically by settings preset. At High settings, the transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 costs 48.6 frames per second (from 174.4 to 125.8), while moving from 1440p to 3840x2160 costs another 52.1 frames (down to 73.7). This represents a 57.7% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at High settings, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The Low settings preset shows a similar pattern but with a more extreme drop. At 1080p Low, the system produces 245.5 FPS, which falls to 173.6 at 1440p and then to 101.1 at 4K. The 4K Low result is 58.8% lower than the 1080p Low figure. This steep decline suggests that even at minimal graphical loads, the RTX 3080 Ti cannot maintain the same throughput as pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

Ultra settings present the most severe scaling penalty. The 4K Ultra result of 46.1 FPS is 60% below the 1080p Ultra figure of 115.1. This dramatic drop highlights how the combination of high resolution and maximum graphical fidelity overwhelms the GPU's capabilities. The Medium preset follows the expected trajectory, with 194.3 FPS at 1080p, 132.9 at 1440p, and 82.7 at 4K.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 3700X brings 8 cores and 16 threads to this pairing, operating at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and boosting up to 4.40 GHz. This Zen 2 architecture processor, built on a 7 nm process, demonstrates strong multi-threaded capabilities with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19087 and a single-core score of 2694. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, where the CPU workload is proportionally highest, the system still achieves 245.5 FPS, indicating the processor is not a bottleneck in this title.

The processor's 32 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide sufficient data throughput for Greedfall's world streaming. The PassMark multi-thread score of 22458 and data compression score of 296379 further confirm the CPU's ability to handle background tasks while gaming. However, the benchmark results show that when resolution increases, the frame rate drops are almost entirely attributable to GPU load, as the CPU's performance ceiling is rarely reached at 1440p or 4K.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 3700X sits within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT (28591 vs 28631 average benchmark score) and is only 0.1% behind the Intel Core i5-12600. This indicates that while the CPU is not the fastest available, it provides consistent performance that does not limit the RTX 3080 Ti in most gaming scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The RTX 3080 Ti is the dominant component in this configuration, featuring 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus delivering 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1365 MHz with a boost clock of 1665 MHz, and its 10240 shading units provide substantial raw compute power. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5077 places this GPU in the 83rd percentile of all tested graphics cards.

The data shows that the GPU's performance ceiling is reached at 4K Ultra settings, where the 46.1 FPS result falls below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At High settings, the GPU maintains 73.7 FPS at 4K, demonstrating that with reasonable settings adjustments, this card can handle 4K gaming. The PassMark G3D score of 26896 and GPU compute score of 15282 confirm the card's strong raw performance.

The RTX 3080 Ti's nearest rival comparison shows it performs within 0.5% of the RTX 3090 (41441 vs 41224 average score) and is 0.9% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5300. This places the GPU in a competitive position, though the data indicates that Greedfall's engine does not fully utilize the card's capabilities at lower resolutions, where the CPU or engine limitations become more apparent.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system produces excellent frame rates across all settings. Low settings deliver 245.5 FPS, Medium achieves 194.3 FPS, High reaches 174.4 FPS, and Ultra still manages 115.1 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system has significant headroom for high refresh rate monitors, with even Ultra settings providing a smooth experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain highly playable. Low settings produce 173.6 FPS, Medium drops to 132.9 FPS, High delivers 125.8 FPS, and Ultra maintains 78.4 FPS. The 1440p results show that this combination is well-suited for 144Hz displays at Medium or High settings, while Ultra requires a 75Hz or lower refresh rate for consistent frame pacing.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become evident. Low settings achieve 101.1 FPS, Medium produces 82.7 FPS, High delivers 73.7 FPS, and Ultra falls to 46.1 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration that drops below 60 FPS, indicating that maximum quality at 4K is not viable with this hardware. The gap between High and Ultra at 4K (27.6 FPS) is larger than the gap between Medium and High (9.0 FPS), suggesting that Ultra settings introduce disproportionately heavy graphical effects.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Ryzen 7 3700X and RTX 3080 Ti ranks 481st out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all configurations. This ranking reflects a system that performs well above average but is not at the very top tier, as higher-end CPUs paired with the same GPU might achieve better frame rates at lower resolutions.

The ranking indicates that while the GPU is powerful enough for high-end gaming, the CPU's performance level prevents this combo from reaching the top positions. The data shows that at 1080p, where CPU performance matters most, the system achieves excellent frame rates, but other combos with faster processors likely achieve even higher numbers. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's impact on the ranking diminishes accordingly.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset at 115.1 FPS provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, as the frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS threshold. Players with 144Hz monitors can comfortably use the High preset at 174.4 FPS, which offers nearly identical visual quality with a significant frame rate boost. The Low preset at 245.5 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rates are prioritized over graphics.

At 1440p, the High preset at 125.8 FPS delivers an excellent experience on 120Hz or 144Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 78.4 FPS is still playable on 75Hz monitors but may cause noticeable frame drops on higher refresh rate displays. The Medium preset at 132.9 FPS offers minimal visual difference from High while providing additional headroom.

For 4K gaming, the High preset at 73.7 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides smooth gameplay on 60Hz or 75Hz displays. The Medium preset at 82.7 FPS offers more margin for demanding scenes, while the Ultra preset at 46.1 FPS should be avoided unless playing on a 45Hz or lower refresh rate display. The Low preset at 101.1 FPS is viable for players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K with maximum settings?

A: No. The measured 4K Ultra result is 46.1 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The 4K High preset at 73.7 FPS is the highest quality setting that maintains playable frame rates at this resolution.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The High preset at 125.8 FPS provides the best balance for 1440p, offering high visual quality while maintaining frame rates suitable for 120Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 78.4 FPS is acceptable for 75Hz monitors but offers diminishing returns.

Q: How does this combo compare to other configurations in Greedfall?

A: This setup ranks 481st out of 1705 tested combos, placing it in the 72nd percentile. The RTX 3080 Ti performs within 0.5% of the RTX 3090 in average benchmark scores, while the Ryzen 7 3700X is within 0.1% of the Intel Core i5-12600.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: The data shows 245.5 FPS at 1080p Low settings, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently. However, the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p (130.4 FPS) suggests that graphical settings, not CPU performance, are the primary factor affecting frame rates.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and High settings at 4K?

A: The Medium preset achieves 82.7 FPS while High reaches 73.7 FPS, a difference of 9.0 FPS. This small gap suggests that the High preset offers better visual quality for only a minor performance cost at 4K.

Q: Is the RTX 3080 Ti's 12 GB VRAM sufficient for Greedfall?

A: The measured results do not indicate VRAM limitations, as the GPU maintains consistent frame rates across all settings at each resolution. The 912.4 GB/s memory bandwidth appears adequate for this title's requirements.