Greedfall

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Greedfall across the three primary resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scaling pattern, with the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination showing predictable frame rate degradation as pixel count increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 136 FPS, which drops to 94 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 56 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 31% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 59% reduction from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RX 7700's rendering throughput is the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

The scaling behavior across the settings presets tells a more nuanced story about where the bottleneck sits. At Low settings, the frame rate climbs to 191 FPS at 1080p, 132 FPS at 1440p, and 79 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops here are steeper: 31% from 1080p to 1440p, and 59% from 1080p to 4K. Interestingly, the Low preset shows the same relative scaling as High, which suggests that even when graphical load is minimized, the GPU still dominates the performance equation. The CPU is not exposed as a limiting factor even at 191 FPS, a signal of the 5700X3D's 3D V-Cache-enabled architecture.

At Medium settings, the measured rows include minimum and maximum frame data, providing additional insight into frame pacing. At 1080p Medium, the average is 150 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS and maximum of 172 FPS. Moving to 1440p Medium yields 104 FPS average (88 min, 120 max), and 4K Medium produces 62 FPS average (53 min, 71 max). The delta between minimum and maximum frames remains consistent at around 23-27% across resolutions, indicating stable performance without significant hitches or stutters. The frame time consistency is notable, as many Action RPGs exhibit irregular pacing under load.

Ultra settings present the most demanding scenario, with 1080p producing 87 FPS, 1440p dropping to 60 FPS, and 4K falling to 36 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, and it does so substantially at 36 FPS. The scaling from Medium to Ultra at each resolution is severe: at 1080p, the drop is 42% (150 to 87); at 1440p, it is 42% (104 to 60); at 4K, it is 42% (62 to 36). This consistent 42% penalty suggests that Ultra settings introduce a fixed additional workload that scales proportionally with resolution, reinforcing the GPU-bound nature of the title.

The overall pattern indicates that the RX 7700's 16 GB of VRAM is sufficient even at 4K Ultra, as the frame rates are driven by compute and shading throughput rather than memory capacity. The 5700X3D's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings, where the CPU must feed the GPU at rates exceeding 190 FPS. The data shows no evidence of CPU limitation even at 191 FPS, which aligns with the processor's 96 MB of shared L3 cache and 8-core, 16-thread configuration.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for maintaining 60+ FPS with this combo?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with High settings delivers 94 FPS, and even Ultra at 1440p maintains exactly 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low (79 FPS) and Medium (62 FPS) exceed 60 FPS, while High (56 FPS) and Ultra (36 FPS) fall below. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1440p with any preset up to Ultra is viable, while 4K requires dropping to Medium or lower.

Q: How does the RX 7700's VRAM capacity affect Greedfall performance?

A: The card features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 624.1 GB/s bandwidth. The measured frame rates show no VRAM-related stutters or abrupt drops; the minimum FPS values at Medium settings (127 at 1080p, 88 at 1440p, 53 at 4K) are proportional to averages, indicating the memory subsystem is not a bottleneck in this title.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700X3D sufficient for high-refresh-rate play in Greedfall?

A: Benchmark results indicate the CPU can sustain frame rates well above 144 Hz. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 191 FPS, and at 1080p High it achieves 136 FPS. The 5700X3D's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 96 MB shared L3 cache, provide ample headroom for this Action RPG's CPU demands.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium produces 104 FPS average (88 min, 120 max), while Ultra produces 60 FPS average. This represents a 42% reduction in frame rate when moving from Medium to Ultra, suggesting that Ultra's additional graphical effects impose a significant render cost on the RX 7700.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations for Greedfall?

A: The combo ranks 1307 out of 2938 tested combinations, placing it in the 55.5th percentile. This indicates that while the RX 7700 and 5700X3D deliver solid performance, there are 1306 configurations that achieve higher frame rates in this specific game.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 4K, the combo delivers 79 FPS on Low and 62 FPS on Medium, both playable. High drops to 56 FPS, and Ultra to 36 FPS. For a smooth 4K experience, Medium settings are the ceiling for this GPU in this title.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a Navi 32 chip, featuring 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation pipelines. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1900 MHz, with a game clock of 2041 MHz and a boost clock of 2459 MHz. These clocks, combined with the 25.18 TFLOPS FP32 throughput, drive the measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings in Greedfall.

The 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth, which is critical for the texture-heavy environments typical of Action RPGs. The measured data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo still produces 36 FPS, indicating that the memory subsystem is not exhausted even at the highest resolution and settings. If VRAM capacity were insufficient, the frame rates would show severe dips or inconsistency; instead, the scaling is smooth and predictable.

The GPU's 40 ray tracing cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) are present, though Greedfall's rendering workloads appear to be primarily rasterization-based given the performance scaling. The texture rate of 393.4 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 236.1 GPixel/s provide the fill rate necessary for the game's environments. The Radeon RX 7700's percentile ranking among all GPUs is 58th, with an average benchmark score of 15,852. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon R9 370X, scores 15,862 (a 0.1% difference), while the AMD Radeon RX 9060 scores 16,014 (1% higher). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 16,129, which is 1.7% higher than the RX 7700.

The GPU's performance in Greedfall specifically shows that it can handle 1440p Ultra at exactly 60 FPS, which is a common target for console-equivalent experiences. The 4K Medium result of 62 FPS is also noteworthy, as it demonstrates the card's capability to push 4K at reasonable settings. The RX 7700's 200 W TDP and dual-slot design suggest it is positioned for mainstream gaming builds, and the measured data confirms it delivers playable performance across most of the tested configuration space.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all presets. Low settings produce 191 FPS average, Medium produces 150 FPS (127 min, 172 max), High produces 136 FPS, and Ultra produces 87 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 104 FPS, which is the largest across all resolutions, indicating that at 1080p, the settings preset has the most significant impact on performance. The 1080p Medium minimum of 127 FPS ensures that even the lowest frame rate remains above 120 FPS, providing a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down proportionally. Low settings yield 132 FPS, Medium yields 104 FPS (88 min, 120 max), High yields 94 FPS, and Ultra yields 60 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 88 FPS is the only sub-90 FPS value at 1440p, and it still maintains playability. The High preset's 94 FPS average is particularly relevant for gamers targeting 1440p with quality settings, as it sits comfortably above 60 FPS with headroom for dips. Ultra at 1440p hits exactly 60 FPS, which is the threshold for smooth gameplay on standard 60 Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture changes significantly. Low settings produce 79 FPS, Medium produces 62 FPS (53 min, 71 max), High produces 56 FPS, and Ultra produces 36 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K is the only configuration that exceeds 60 FPS average while maintaining a minimum above 50 FPS. High at 4K drops to 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target but still playable on adaptive sync displays. Ultra at 4K at 36 FPS is marginal, but it demonstrates the GPU's capability to render the game at maximum settings despite the heavy workload.

The data reveals that the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions, with the smallest gap between minimum and maximum FPS relative to the average. At 1080p, the min-max spread is 45 FPS (127 to 172); at 1440p, it is 32 FPS (88 to 120); at 4K, it is 18 FPS (53 to 71). This consistency suggests that Medium settings avoid the extreme frame time spikes that can occur with Ultra's additional effects.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 achieves a combo rank of 1307 out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places the configuration in the upper half of all tested systems, specifically in the 55.5th percentile. While not a top-tier performer, this ranking reflects a balanced mid-range setup that can handle the game at high settings across most resolutions.

The CPU's individual benchmark scores provide context for its role in this ranking. The Ryzen 7 5700X3D achieves a 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,764 and a single-thread score of 804. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22,366 multi-core and 3,157 single-core. These figures indicate strong multi-threaded performance, which is relevant for Greedfall's CPU demands during gameplay. The CPU's percentile ranking among all processors is 77th, with an average benchmark score of 24,709. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, scores 24,728 (a 0.1% difference), while the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX scores 24,822 (0.5% higher). The Intel Core i5-12450HX scores 24,576 (0.5% lower), and the Intel Core i5-11600 scores 24,563 (0.6% lower).

The GPU's individual ranking is lower, at the 58th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 15,852. The RX 7700's nearest rival, the R9 370X, scores 15,862 (0.1% higher), while the RX 9060 scores 16,014 (1% higher). The RTX 3060 Ti scores 16,129 (1.7% higher). The GPU's passmark G3D score of 20,974 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,865 further characterize its capabilities.

The combination of a 77th percentile CPU with a 58th percentile GPU yields a 55.5th percentile combo ranking in Greedfall. This suggests that the game is more sensitive to GPU performance than CPU, as the combo's ranking is closer to the GPU's percentile than the CPU's. The 5700X3D is not limiting the RX 7700 in this title, which is consistent with the frame rate scaling observed across resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo in Greedfall. At 1080p, Medium delivers 150 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1440p, Medium provides 104 FPS (88 min), which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides headroom for demanding scenes. At 4K, Medium achieves 62 FPS (53 min), making it the only preset that maintains a playable average at the highest resolution.

For users prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity, the Low preset at 1440p delivers 132 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays. At 1080p, Low reaches 191 FPS, maximizing the potential of 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitors. However, the visual compromise may not be worth the frame rate gain for a story-driven Action RPG, where atmosphere and detail contribute to the experience.

The High preset offers a middle ground for quality-focused gamers. At 1440p, High produces 94 FPS, which is 10 FPS lower than Medium but likely provides noticeably better visual quality. At 1080p, High achieves 136 FPS, still well above 120 FPS. The 4K High result of 56 FPS is playable on adaptive sync displays, though it falls short of the 60 FPS target. For users with 1440p monitors, High is a reasonable choice if they prefer enhanced visuals over the extra frame rate headroom of Medium.

Ultra settings are only recommended for users with 1080p displays, where the combo produces 87 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, the 60 FPS average is exactly at the threshold, but the lack of minimum FPS data means users may experience dips below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. The 4K Ultra result of 36 FPS is not recommended for playable experiences, as it falls below the standard 30 FPS minimum for interactive gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is a Zen 3 architecture processor on the AMD Socket AM4 platform, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. It operates at a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, with a TDP of 105 W. The processor's defining feature is its 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is critical for gaming workloads that benefit from large pools of fast-accessible data. The 7 nm process node from TSMC houses 8,850 million transistors on a 74 mm² die.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls, physics calculations, and AI routines typical of an Action RPG. The measured data shows that the 5700X3D is not a bottleneck at any tested resolution or setting. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 191 FPS, which is well beyond typical display refresh rates. If the CPU were limiting performance, the frame rates at low resolutions and settings would plateau regardless of GPU load; instead, the scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 104 FPS difference, indicating GPU-driven performance.

The CPU's benchmark scores support its gaming capability. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,366 and single-core score of 3,157 demonstrate strong performance in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The Geekbench multi-core score of 11,086 and single-core score of 1,849 further validate this. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6,764 and max-thread score of 6,755 show near-linear scaling from 8 to 16 threads, indicating efficient multi-threading.

The 5700X3D's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, scores nearly identically (24,728 vs. 24,709, a 0.1% difference), suggesting that the extra cache and core count of the 5700X3D provide comparable performance to a newer architecture in this game. The Intel Core i5-12450HX and i5-11600 score slightly lower (0.5% and 0.6% respectively), indicating that the 5700X3D's L3 cache advantage is particularly beneficial for gaming workloads.

The CPU's memory support includes DDR4 with dual-channel configuration and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, along with ECC support. The PCIe Gen 4 interface with 20 lanes ensures the GPU has sufficient bandwidth for data transfer. The 5700X3D's release date of January 2024 and active production status mean it is a current-generation part, and its launch MSRP is $249. The CPU's percentile ranking of 77th among all processors, combined with its benchmark scores, indicates that it is a capable gaming CPU that will not hold back the RX 7700 in Greedfall or similar titles.