Greedfall

Greedfall on the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 presents a clear picture of a system where the graphics card is the primary driver of performance, but the CPU still holds the keys to high refresh rate territory. The data shows a predictable scaling pattern across resolutions, with the RTX 5060’s 8 GB of VRAM becoming a notable constraint at 4K Ultra settings. This pairing ranks in the 1639th position out of 3703 tested combos, placing it in the upper half of the database, but the measured FPS reveals specific strengths and weaknesses that matter more than the aggregate rank.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, indicating a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 137 FPS at 1920x1080 to 95 FPS at 2560x1440, then further to 57 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 30.7% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 58.4% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K costs another 40.0% of performance, which is typical for a game where pixel count becomes the dominant factor.

The Low settings curve tells a similar story but with higher absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the system delivers 192 FPS, which drops to 133 FPS at 1440p and 79 FPS at 4K. The percentage losses are 30.7% and 58.9% respectively, nearly identical to the High settings pattern. This consistency suggests that the RTX 5060’s rendering pipeline is the bottleneck across the board, regardless of the quality preset. The GPU’s 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB VRAM are the likely culprits, as the 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p but becomes strained as the pixel count quadruples.

At Medium settings, the only preset with full min/max data, the frame rate ranges from 128 to 173 FPS at 1080p, 89 to 120 FPS at 1440p, and 53 to 72 FPS at 4K. The minimum FPS at 1080p is 128, which is still above 60 FPS, but at 4K the minimum drops to 53, indicating occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 87 FPS at 1080p, 61 FPS at 1440p, and a nearly unplayable 36 FPS at 4K. The gap between Ultra and High at 4K is 21 FPS, which is larger than the 10 FPS gap at 1080p, confirming that the highest preset pushes the GPU’s resources to the limit.

The limiting component at 1080p is less clear-cut. At Low settings, 192 FPS suggests the CPU is still keeping pace, but the Ryzen 7 3700X’s 8 cores and 16 threads are not the bottleneck at this resolution. The data shows that the RTX 5060 can deliver over 190 FPS when unburdened, which points to the GPU being the primary limiter even at 1080p. At Ultra settings, the 87 FPS result at 1080p is more than double the 4K result, showing that the GPU has headroom at lower resolutions but is still the determining factor.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB206 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The GPU has 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units, with a boost clock of 2497 MHz. The memory configuration is 8 GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. These specifications translate to a passmark G3D score of 20891, which places the GPU in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs tested.

The 8 GB VRAM is the most significant constraint in Greedfall at 4K. At Ultra settings, the game requires more memory than the card can comfortably provide, resulting in a 36 FPS average. The drop from High (57 FPS) to Ultra (36 FPS) at 4K is 36.8%, which is a larger penalty than the 16.7% drop at 1440p (95 to 61 FPS) or the 36.5% drop at 1080p (137 to 87 FPS). This suggests that at 4K Ultra, the GPU is not only filling pixels but also managing memory spills, which tanks performance.

The GPU’s texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s are adequate for 1440p gaming, as evidenced by the 95 FPS average at High settings. However, the 128-bit memory bus limits memory bandwidth to 448.0 GB/s, which is a modest figure for a modern card. This becomes apparent when comparing the 4K High result (57 FPS) to the 1440p High result (95 FPS); the 66.7% increase in resolution results in a 40.0% decrease in frame rate, which is worse than the theoretical pixel scaling would suggest.

The GPU’s nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, which scores 1.2% higher on average, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary, which scores 0.8% lower. The RTX 5060’s passmark G3D score of 20891 is close to these cards, but its 8 GB VRAM and newer architecture give it different characteristics. The data shows that the RTX 5060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card, but its 4K performance is hampered by the memory configuration.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a Zen 2 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Matisse codename. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with 32 MB of L3 cache. The CPU’s passmark multithread score is 22458, and its single-thread score is 2656, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, which scores 0.1% higher, and the Intel Core i5-13450HX, which scores 0.2% lower.

In Greedfall, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 192 FPS, which is close to the CPU’s limit for this game. The Ryzen 7 3700X’s 16 threads are not fully utilized, as Greedfall is not heavily multithreaded, but the 8 physical cores provide enough headroom to avoid stuttering. The passmark physics score of 1181 and floating point math score of 39005 indicate solid computational performance, but the game’s frame rates are more dependent on the GPU.

The CPU’s 3.60 GHz base clock and 4.40 GHz boost clock are modest by modern standards, but they are sufficient for this pairing. At 1440p High, the system delivers 95 FPS, which is not CPU-limited. The data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck at any resolution, as the frame rate scales consistently with resolution changes. The 1080p Ultra result of 87 FPS is still well above the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting the CPU can handle the game’s demands even at lower resolutions.

The Ryzen 7 3700X’s 65 W TDP and 7 nm process node make it an efficient processor, but it is a few generations old. The CPU’s cinebench R15 multicore score of 2092 and single-core score of 204 are respectable, but newer CPUs in the database offer higher scores. The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this combo; the GPU is the primary constraint, especially at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of the Ryzen 7 3700X and RTX 5060 ranks 1639th out of 3703 tested combinations in Greedfall, placing it in the 55.7th percentile. This is a solid mid-pack ranking, but it is important to note that the rank is based on aggregate performance across all tested resolutions and settings. The combo’s performance is not uniform, as the 1080p results are strong while the 4K Ultra results are weak.

The rank reflects the GPU’s overall capability, which is in the 72nd percentile, but the CPU’s 84th percentile ranking does not boost the combo further. The data shows that the pairing is balanced, with neither component dragging the other down significantly. The nearest rival combinations in the database would be those using GPUs with similar passmark G3D scores, such as the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, which offers comparable performance.

The combo’s rank suggests that it can handle most games at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but it will struggle at 4K with maximum settings. The 57 FPS average at 4K High is playable, but the 36 FPS at 4K Ultra is not. This is consistent with the RTX 5060’s positioning as a mid-range card, and the CPU does not limit it in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong results across all settings. Low settings average 192 FPS, Medium averages 151 FPS with a range of 128 to 173 FPS, High averages 137 FPS, and Ultra averages 87 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 105 FPS, which is a 54.7% reduction. The Medium preset’s minimum of 128 FPS is well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain playable. Low settings average 133 FPS, Medium averages 105 FPS with a range of 89 to 120 FPS, High averages 95 FPS, and Ultra averages 61 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 72 FPS, a 54.1% reduction. The Ultra preset’s 61 FPS average is just above 60 FPS, but the minimum FPS is not recorded, so there may be occasional dips below the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles at higher settings. Low settings average 79 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS with a range of 53 to 72 FPS, High averages 57 FPS, and Ultra averages 36 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 43 FPS, a 54.4% reduction. The Medium preset’s minimum of 53 FPS indicates noticeable stuttering, and the Ultra preset’s 36 FPS average is not suitable for a smooth experience.

The data shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At 1080p, even Ultra settings exceed 60 FPS, and at 1440p, High settings provide a solid 95 FPS average. At 4K, only Low and Medium settings are playable, with High being borderline and Ultra being too demanding.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the sweet spot, with all settings averaging above 87 FPS. At 2560x1440, High settings average 95 FPS, which is also excellent, but Ultra drops to 61 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 4K Low, the average is 79 FPS, and at Medium it is 62 FPS. High settings average 57 FPS, which is borderline, and Ultra averages 36 FPS, which is not recommended.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this combo?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops consistently with increasing resolution, indicating the RTX 5060 is the limiting factor. The CPU’s performance is sufficient, as it ranks in the 84th percentile.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5060 has a passmark G3D score of 20891. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 1.2% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary scores 0.8% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 0.3% lower.

Q: What is the impact of Ultra settings on performance?

A: Ultra settings cause a significant performance drop. At 1080p, Ultra averages 87 FPS compared to 137 FPS at High, a 36.5% reduction. At 4K, Ultra averages 36 FPS compared to 57 FPS at High, a 36.8% reduction.

Q: Does the 8 GB VRAM affect performance?

A: Yes, the 8 GB VRAM is a constraint at 4K Ultra. The 36 FPS average at 4K Ultra suggests the GPU is running out of memory, which causes a larger performance drop than expected from resolution scaling alone.