Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D pairing in Greedfall produces a dataset that is heavily dictated by the GPU’s immense memory and clock architecture. The RTX 5090 D runs a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. This configuration is decisive at higher resolutions and settings, where the GPU’s 21760 shading units and 176 ROPs can stretch their legs. The CPU, a Zen 3 Cezanne part with 8 cores and 16 threads boosting to 4.60 GHz, provides 16 MB of L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. In this game, the data suggests the Ryzen 7 5700 is rarely the bottleneck; instead, the RTX 5090 D’s raw throughput — its 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance — drives the frame rates.

The measured FPS rows show a clear pattern: the GPU is the limiting component only at 4K with Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 72. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 366 FPS, which indicates the CPU is still feeding frames adequately, but the sheer speed of the GPU at lower resolutions reveals diminishing returns. The RTX 5090 D’s 92.2 billion transistors on a 5 nm process and 750 mm² die size allow it to maintain high utilization even when the Ryzen 7 5700’s 3.70 GHz base clock is pushed. In practical terms, this means the GPU’s memory bandwidth is the star of the show; without the 1.79 TB/s pipe, the 32 GB frame buffer would be underutilized at 1080p, where the data shows gains from Low to High are smaller than from 1440p to 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo sits at rank 44 out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall, which places it in the top 1.5% of all systems on record. This rank is driven by the GPU’s performance percentile of 92 across all GPUs, while the CPU’s percentile is 78 across all CPUs. The gap between those two percentiles — 14 points — tells the story: the RTX 5090 D is over-performing relative to the Ryzen 7 5700’s standing. In the nearestRivals data, the GPU’s average benchmark score of 77712 is just 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT’s 76904, and 1.6% lower than the RX 6850M XT’s 78940. The CPU’s average score of 25517 is nearly identical to the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, -0.1%) and AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, +0.1%).

What this means for Greedfall is that the combo rank is not a product of the CPU’s strength but of the GPU’s headroom. The Ryzen 7 5700’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and single-core score of 2916 are respectable, but they are not exceptional for a 2022 release. The data indicates that in this specific title, the combo’s rank benefits from the GPU’s ability to brute-force through the game’s rendering pipeline, especially at 1440p where the average FPS at High settings is 190. Compared to the overall field of 2938 combos, this pairing is a high-end outlier, but the CPU’s 78th percentile suggests that pairing it with a faster processor could yield higher ranks in CPU-bound scenarios. However, in Greedfall’s measured rows, the GPU is consistently the limiting factor only at 4K Ultra, so the rank is justified by the data.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and reveals the GPU’s dominance. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 273 at 1920x1080 to 190 at 2560x1440, then to 113 at 3840x2160. That is a 58.6% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 40.5% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, which points to the GPU’s memory bandwidth being the constraint at higher resolutions. At Low settings, the drop is more severe: 366 FPS at 1080p, 266 at 1440p, and 159 at 4K — a 56.6% drop from 1080p to 4K. This indicates that even at Low settings, the RTX 5090 D’s 32 GB frame buffer is being pushed, but the CPU is still able to keep up with the frame generation.

The limiting component shifts based on resolution. At 1080p, the data shows the combo is likely CPU-bound or at least balanced, as the FPS values are far above any display refresh rate. At 4K, the GPU’s 1.79 TB/s bandwidth and 512-bit bus are the clear bottlenecks, especially at Ultra where the average FPS falls to 72. The Medium settings rows provide the only min/max data: at 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 256 and max is 346; at 1440p Medium, min is 178 and max is 240; at 4K Medium, min is 106 and max is 143. These ranges show that the frame pacing is consistent, with the spread between min and max narrowing as resolution increases, which suggests the GPU is becoming more saturated. The conclusion is that this combo is designed for high-refresh 1440p gaming, where it delivers 190+ FPS at High, and can handle 4K at Medium or High with playable frame rates, but Ultra at 4K is the only scenario where the CPU is not the limiting factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the data shows the following average FPS: Low settings deliver 366 FPS, Medium delivers 301 FPS with a min of 256 and max of 346, High delivers 273 FPS, and Ultra delivers 175 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 191 FPS, which is a 52.2% reduction. This indicates that at 1080p, the GPU has massive headroom, and the settings scaling is the primary factor. The Ryzen 7 5700’s single-thread performance, as measured by the 3DMark single-thread score of 901, is sufficient to push these frame rates, but the data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck here — the FPS values are so high that the GPU’s shading units are still underutilized.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low 266 FPS, Medium 209 FPS (min 178, max 240), High 190 FPS, and Ultra 121 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 145 FPS, a 54.5% reduction. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as the RTX 5090 D’s 21760 shading units are better utilized. The 1440p High result of 190 FPS is notable because it is still above 144 Hz, making this a viable high-refresh setup. The Medium settings min of 178 FPS ensures no dips below 144 Hz, which is important for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the averages are: Low 159 FPS, Medium 125 FPS (min 106, max 143), High 113 FPS, and Ultra 72 FPS. The Ultra result is the only one that falls below 100 FPS, and the 72 FPS average is a 54.7% drop from High. This is where the GPU’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are fully taxed. The min FPS at 4K Medium is 106, which is still playable, but the Ultra preset’s lack of min/max data in the pack suggests it may be inconsistent. Overall, the measured rows show that this combo can handle 4K at High settings with 113 FPS, making it a viable 4K gaming rig, but Ultra is reserved for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate.

FAQ

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700 a bottleneck for the RTX 5090 D in Greedfall?

A: The data indicates no significant bottleneck except at 1080p Low, where the 366 FPS average is likely CPU-limited. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the limiting factor, as shown by the FPS drops from 190 to 113 at High settings, which aligns with the GPU’s memory bandwidth constraints.

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

A: Based on the measured FPS, 2560x1440 at High settings delivers 190 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh monitors. At 4K, High settings still achieve 113 FPS, but Ultra drops to 72 FPS, making 1440p the best balance of performance and visual quality.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5090 D’s average score of 77712 is 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT’s 76904, but 1.6% lower than the RX 6850M XT’s 78940. This places it in a tight performance band, though the 32 GB VRAM gives it an edge in memory-heavy scenarios.

Q: Can this combo run Greedfall at 4K Ultra with playable frame rates?

A: The data shows an average of 72 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is technically playable but below the 100+ FPS threshold that most gamers prefer. For a smoother experience, the Medium preset at 4K delivers 125 FPS with a min of 106 FPS.

Q: What does the CPU’s percentile rank indicate about its performance?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 sits in the 78th percentile across all CPUs, which is above average but not top-tier. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, has an average score only 0.1% lower, showing that the CPU is competitive with modern mid-range parts.

Q: Is the 32 GB VRAM on the RTX 5090 D necessary for Greedfall?

A: The 32 GB frame buffer is overkill for this 2019 title, as the data does not show any VRAM-related limitations. The GPU’s 1.79 TB/s bandwidth is more impactful, as it allows the card to maintain high FPS at 4K without stuttering.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience per the measured rows, the Medium preset is the clear winner. At 1080p, Medium delivers 301 FPS with a min of 256, which is well above any display’s refresh rate. At 1440p, Medium hits 209 FPS with a min of 178, ensuring no dips below 144 Hz. At 4K, Medium achieves 125 FPS with a min of 106, which is the only preset at 4K that maintains a min above 100 FPS. The Medium settings provide the most consistent frame pacing across all resolutions, as evidenced by the min/max data being available only for this preset.

If you have a 1440p 144 Hz monitor, High settings at 190 FPS are also viable, but the min FPS data is not provided, so Medium is the safer choice for competitive play. At 4K, High settings deliver 113 FPS, which is playable, but the lack of min/max data means there could be dips below 100 FPS. Ultra settings are only recommended for 1080p, where the 175 FPS average is still high, but the visual quality gain over High (273 FPS) is not worth the 36% performance loss. For a 4K gaming experience, Medium is the best balance, as it sacrifices some visual fidelity but maintains a smooth 125 FPS average. The data does not support using Low settings, as the FPS gains are marginal (e.g., 266 to 366 at 1080p) but the visual degradation is significant. In summary, Medium is the optimal preset for this combo, especially at 1440p and 4K, where the GPU’s headroom is best utilized.