Greedfall

Greedfall, the 2019 action RPG, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 combination. Measured data indicates a pairing that is severely constrained by the graphics processor, resulting in a sub-30 frames-per-second experience at higher settings and resolutions. The benchmark results place this specific hardware combo at rank 2699 out of 2938 tested combinations, underscoring its position in the lower percentile for gameplay performance in this title.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a desktop processor built on the Zen 3 architecture, specifically the Vermeer codename. It is an 8-core, 16-thread processor with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The processor features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining characteristic of the X3D line and typically aids in gaming scenarios. This CPU communicates with the system via a dual-channel DDR4 memory bus, providing a theoretical bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

In the context of Greedfall’s benchmark results, the CPU's role appears to be largely supportive, as the data points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck. The 3DMark single-thread score for this processor is 884, and the 2-thread score is 1746, indicating strong single-core performance. However, the frame rates observed in the game do not reflect a CPU-bound scenario. For example, at 1080p with Low settings, the average frame rate is 76 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this combo. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see less variation in frame rates across different resolutions and settings, as the CPU workload would remain constant.

The processor's multi-threaded capabilities are robust, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and Geekbench multi-core score of 11765. In a game like Greedfall, which can utilize multiple threads for AI, physics, and world simulation, this headroom means the CPU is likely not causing frame drops. The performance delta between the CPU and GPU is stark. The CPU has a percentile rank of 80 against all CPUs, showing it is a high-performing part. In contrast, the GPU has a percentile rank of 5 against all GPUs. This 75-point gap in percentile ranking definitively shows that the Intel Arc B370 is the component limiting the gaming experience. The CPU is providing frames as fast as the GPU can render them, but the GPU's rendering capacity is the ceiling for this system's performance.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best average frame rate this CPU and GPU combo can achieve in Greedfall?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded in the measured data is 76 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 27896. This puts it nearly at parity with the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27887 score, 0% delta), the Intel Core i9-10900K (27872 score, 0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (27932 score, -0.1% delta). It is also 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12600KF (27799 score).

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 a high-performance graphics card according to the data?

A: No. The Intel Arc B370 has a percentile rank of just 5 against all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 1184, and its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is a -0.2% delta. This places it in the lowest tier of tested graphics processors.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves an average of 53 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves an average of 24 FPS. This represents a performance drop of 29 FPS or roughly 55% when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum frame rates recorded for the Medium settings preset?

A: The Medium preset is the only one with recorded min and max frame rates. At 1920x1080, the minimum is 51 FPS and the maximum is 69 FPS. At 2560x1440, the minimum is 35 FPS and the maximum is 48 FPS. At 3840x2160, the minimum is 21 FPS and the maximum is 28 FPS.

Q: Does the combo rank highly among all tested combinations for this game?

A: No, it does not. The combo rank for this specific AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 pairing in Greedfall is 2699 out of 2938 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 10% of all tested hardware configurations.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The frame rate data across resolutions paints a clear picture of a GPU-bound system. The performance drop as resolution increases is significant and characteristic of a graphics card that is overwhelmed by pixel count. Starting at 1080p, the Low preset yields 76 FPS. Moving to 1440p, that number falls to 53 FPS. At 4K, it drops further to 31 FPS. This scaling pattern holds for all settings. For the High preset, the average frame rate is 54 FPS at 1080p, 38 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K.

This steep decline in performance is a textbook indicator that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component. When a system is CPU-bound, the frame rate tends to stay relatively flat as resolution increases because the CPU is doing the same amount of work regardless of the pixel count. Here, the frame rate drops by roughly 30% when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and by another 40-50% when moving from 1440p to 4K. The sheer volume of pixels at higher resolutions is more than the GPU can handle, causing the arithmetic intensity of the rendering process to exceed its capabilities.

The data suggests that the 8-core, 16-thread Ryzen 7 5800X3D has ample processing power to feed frames. The 3DMark max-threads score of 7285 and the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 indicate a processor that is far more capable than what the GPU can utilize. The bottleneck is not in the calculation of game logic or draw calls but in the shading, texturing, and rasterization functions performed by the GPU. The Arc B370’s weak 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 performance and low 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate are the physical limitations that manifest as these low frame rates. The game is effectively waiting on the GPU to finish its rendering pipeline, making the powerful CPU mostly idle in this specific configuration.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Given the measured data, the choice of settings is a trade-off between visual fidelity and playable frame rates. The only preset that achieves an average frame rate above 60 FPS is the Low preset at 1080p, hitting 76 FPS. This is the only configuration in the dataset that can fully utilize a standard 60Hz monitor without compromise. For a smoother experience at 1080p, the Medium preset provides a still-playable 60 FPS average, with a recorded minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS, offering a significant visual upgrade over Low for a modest performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the situation becomes more challenging. The Low preset yields 53 FPS, which is borderline playable. The Medium preset drops to 41 FPS, and the High preset to 38 FPS. The Ultra preset is not a viable option at this resolution, as it averages just 24 FPS. For a playable experience at 1440p, the Low preset is the only reasonable choice. At 4K, all presets fail to reach 31 FPS, making the game effectively unplayable for most users. The Low preset’s 31 FPS average is the only one that approaches a playable threshold, but even it will feel stuttery.

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience is found at 1080p with the Medium preset. This combination delivers an average of 60 FPS, which is the standard for smooth gameplay, while also having min/max values (51-69 FPS) that suggest relatively stable frame pacing. While the Low preset offers a higher average, the jump to Medium provides a much better visual experience for only a 16 FPS average loss. For users prioritizing frame rate above all else, the Low preset at 1080p is the best option. All other settings and resolution combinations are either too slow or provide a sub-optimal balance of visuals and performance.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2699 out of 2938 tested hardware combos for Greedfall. This places the system firmly in the bottom percentile of all tested configurations, specifically in the bottom 8% of the database. This ranking is a direct consequence of the severe bottleneck created by the Intel Arc B370. The CPU is capable of high performance, but the GPU’s low benchmark score and percentile ranking drag the entire system down.

The disparity between the components is highlighted by their individual standings. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D ranks in the 80th percentile among all CPUs, placing it in the top 20% of processors tested. In stark contrast, the Arc B370 ranks in the 5th percentile among all GPUs, placing it in the bottom 5%. This massive gap means the system is only as fast as its weakest link, which is unequivocally the graphics card. The combo rank of 2699 confirms this imbalance.

This ranking is not a reflection of the CPU's ability to run the game, but rather a measurement of the entire platform's performance. With a different, more powerful GPU, this CPU would likely rank significantly higher. However, as configured, the Intel Arc B370’s performance is a limiting factor. The performance deltas between the GPU and its nearest rivals are minimal, with a -0.2% difference to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which further illustrates its position in the low-end segment of the performance spectrum. The combination's rank of 2699 is a clear indicator that this specific pairing is not suitable for a demanding action RPG like Greedfall at higher quality settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following is a complete breakdown of the average frame rates measured for this hardware combo, along with the available minimum and maximum frame rates.

1920x1080

• Low: Average 76 FPS.
• Medium: Average 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS.
• High: Average 54 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 35 FPS.

2560x1440

• Low: Average 53 FPS.
• Medium: Average 41 FPS, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS.
• High: Average 38 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 24 FPS.

3840x2160

• Low: Average 31 FPS.
• Medium: Average 25 FPS, with a minimum of 21 FPS and a maximum of 28 FPS.
• High: Average 22 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 14 FPS.

The data shows a consistent pattern of frame rate reduction as both resolution and graphical settings increase. The only configuration that achieves a 60+ FPS average is 1080p Low. The 1080p Medium preset is the only other one to hit an average of exactly 60 FPS. Every other combination falls below this threshold, with several falling below the 30 FPS playability floor. The Ultra preset at 4K is the absolute worst performer at 14 FPS, making it a completely non-viable option for gameplay.