Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 pairing in Greedfall demonstrates a clear and predictable scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 160 FPS, which drops to 111 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 66 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 31% reduction in performance from 1080p to 1440p, and a 59% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, as the frame rate drop is substantial when pixel count increases.

Moving from Medium to High settings at 1080p yields a smaller relative drop, from 126 FPS to 114 FPS, a 10% decrease. However, the jump from High to Ultra at the same resolution is much more punishing, falling from 114 FPS to 73 FPS, a 36% reduction. This pattern repeats at 1440p, where High produces 79 FPS and Ultra drops to 50 FPS, a 37% decline. At 4K, the Ultra preset collapses to 30 FPS, which is barely playable, while High manages 47 FPS.

The data indicates that the RTX 5050 is the limiting factor at 4K, as even Low settings only yield 66 FPS, suggesting the GPU's 8 GB memory and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth are strained by the higher pixel throughput. At 1080p, the CPU becomes more relevant, but the frame rates are high enough that the bottleneck shifts back to the GPU for most presets. The only scenario where the CPU might be a factor is at 1080p Low, where 160 FPS approaches the upper limits of what this mid-range GPU can deliver, but the Ryzen 7 5700’s 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to avoid major stalling.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In Greedfall, an Action RPG with many NPCs and environmental interactions, the multi-threaded performance is relevant. The CPU’s benchmark results show a 3dmark_16_threads score of 6628 and a cinebench_r23_multicore score of 20655, indicating solid parallel processing capability. The single-thread performance, with a cinebench_r23_singlecore score of 2916, is adequate for the game’s main logic thread.

Looking at the measured FPS data, the CPU does not appear to be the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions where frame rates are high. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 160 FPS, which is a high number for this game, but the GPU is still likely the limiter because the RTX 5050 has a passmark_g3d score of 17326, placing it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU’s percentileVsAllCpus is 78, meaning it performs better relative to its peers than the GPU does.

The Ryzen 7 5700’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide enough data throughput for the game’s assets. The CPU’s passmark_multithread score of 24303 suggests it can handle the background simulation tasks in Greedfall, but the frame rate consistency at 4K Ultra (30 FPS) is more indicative of GPU limitations than CPU weaknesses. The data does not show any resolution where the CPU causes a disproportionate drop relative to the GPU’s scaling, confirming that the processor is not the limiting component in this pairing.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 114 FPS. This is a comfortable frame rate for most displays, and it represents a 44% improvement over the 4K High result of 47 FPS.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 30. This is the lowest measured result in the dataset and indicates that the RTX 5050 is not capable of maintaining smooth gameplay at this extreme preset, as even Medium settings at 4K produce 52 FPS.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Low and Medium settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the difference is 24 FPS. Low settings produce 111 FPS, while Medium produces 87 FPS. This is a 22% reduction in performance for the visual upgrade, which might be worth it for players with high refresh rate monitors.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 1080p?

A: The minimum FPS for the 1920x1080 Medium preset is 107 FPS, while the maximum is 144 FPS. This shows a relatively tight frame time distribution, suggesting consistent performance without major hitches.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in Greedfall?*

A: The combo ranks 1776 out of 2938 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This ranking is influenced by the GPU’s 66th percentile standing among all GPUs, which holds back the overall performance.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more at 4K?

A: The GPU is the clear limiter at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops from 66 FPS at Low to 30 FPS at Ultra, which is a 55% reduction, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant. The RTX 5050’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are the likely constraints.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive benchmark database for Greedfall, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination achieves a rank of 1776 out of 2938 tested combos. This places it in the 60th percentile of all combinations, meaning roughly 40% of tested setups perform worse. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU’s relative weakness, as the RTX 5050 has a percentileVsAllGpus of 66, while the CPU has a percentileVsAllCpus of 78.

The GPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, with an average score of 21153 and a deltaPct of -0.6%, and the AMD Radeon HD 8970M, scoring 21153 with a -1% delta. The RTX 5050’s average benchmark score is 21035, which is slightly below these rivals. On the CPU side, the Ryzen 7 5700’s nearest rival is the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, with a deltaPct of -0.1%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, with a deltaPct of 0.1%. These minor differences in synthetic benchmarks do not translate into major gameplay differences in Greedfall, as the game’s measured FPS is more dependent on the specific GPU and CPU interaction.

The combo’s rank of 1776 suggests that while the CPU is capable, the GPU prevents this setup from achieving high-tier performance. For context, the RTX 5050’s passmark_g3d score of 17326 is not particularly strong for modern titles, and the 4K Ultra result of 30 FPS confirms that this is a 1080p-oriented solution. The data shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can deliver frame rates above 100 FPS on most presets, but it struggles at 4K even on Low settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Greedfall provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. Starting at 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 160 FPS, which is the highest score in the entire dataset. Medium reduces this to 126 FPS, with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 144 FPS. High settings produce 114 FPS, and Ultra drops to 73 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra is significant, indicating that the Ultra preset introduces effects that heavily tax the GPU.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down proportionally. Low settings yield 111 FPS, Medium produces 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS, High achieves 79 FPS, and Ultra falls to 50 FPS. The relative performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, averaging around a 30% reduction. This suggests that the GPU is handling the increased pixel load without any unexpected bottlenecks.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes marginal. Low settings produce 66 FPS, Medium averages 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS, High drops to 47 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 30 FPS. The 4K Medium result of 52 FPS is the only preset at this resolution that approaches acceptable playability, while Ultra is clearly not viable. The data shows a linear relationship between resolution and frame rate, with no anomalies that would indicate driver or API overhead issues.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 114 FPS offers the best balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 73 FPS is still playable, but the 36% frame rate drop from High may not justify the visual gains, especially for players with 144 Hz monitors who would benefit from the higher frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 87 FPS is the recommended choice for smooth gameplay, as it provides a 10% improvement over High (79 FPS) while maintaining a frame rate above 60. The Low preset at 111 FPS is ideal for competitive play or high refresh rate displays, but the visual sacrifices are noticeable. The Ultra preset at 50 FPS should be avoided unless the player prioritizes graphics over smoothness.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that this combo is not well-suited for 4K gaming. The Low preset at 66 FPS is the only option that maintains a playable frame rate, but the visual quality is severely reduced. The Medium preset at 52 FPS is borderline, and High (47 FPS) and Ultra (30 FPS) are not recommended. Players with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution or upgrading the GPU to achieve a better experience.

The best overall experience, according to the measured rows, is at 1920x1080 with High settings, delivering 114 FPS with a good balance of visuals and performance. For 1440p users, Medium at 87 FPS is the sweet spot, as it avoids the steep drop-off seen at Ultra while remaining above the 60 FPS threshold.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is the primary driver of performance in Greedfall, and its specifications explain the observed frame rates. The GPU features 2560 shading units, 80 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2572 MHz. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is modest for 4K gaming, which is evident in the 4K results where even Low settings only achieve 66 FPS.

The RTX 5050’s benchmark scores reflect its mid-range positioning. Its 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 2502 and passmark_g3d score of 17326 place it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, which scores 20713 with a deltaPct of 1.6%, meaning the RTX 5050 is slightly slower. This relative performance is consistent with the Greedfall results, where the GPU struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K.

The GPU’s 13.17 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 205.8 GTexel/s texture rate are adequate for 1080p gaming, but the 4K Ultra preset at 30 FPS indicates that the GPU is overworked. The 8 GB VRAM is likely a limiting factor at higher resolutions, as Greedfall’s textures and effects can consume significant memory. The data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck at 1440p and 4K, while at 1080p, the CPU and GPU are more balanced, but the GPU still limits the maximum frame rate. Players should expect the RTX 5050 to deliver excellent 1080p performance but should not push it beyond 1440p Medium settings for a consistent experience.