Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT pairs an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 design with a 3.80 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost clock. This configuration delivers strong single-threaded performance, evidenced by a 3dmark single-thread score of 959 and a Cinebench R23 single-core result of 3359. For a 2019 Action RPG like Greedfall, which typically relies on a few heavily utilized threads for game logic and draw calls, this level of per-core performance is likely more critical than raw multi-threaded throughput. The CPU’s 32 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR4 memory at 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide sufficient data feeding for the GPU. The processor’s 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs and its average benchmark score of 29774 place it in the upper echelon, but its nearest rivals—such as the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840H—show deltaPct values of -0.3, indicating the 5800XT is statistically tied with these mobile-class parts in general compute, suggesting that its advantage in gaming will come from its boost clock behavior rather than a fundamentally superior architecture.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800XT compare to its closest rivals in raw compute performance?

A: The 5800XT’s average benchmark score of 29774 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, while being 0.3% behind both the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H. These deltaPct values are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that in synthetic multi-threaded tests, these processors are effectively interchangeable.

Q: What is the GPU’s standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 41224 places it just slightly below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which scores 41441, a deltaPct of -0.5%. It also trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 by 0.9% and 1.1%, respectively, showing it remains a high-end performer even against newer generation parts.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU act as the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 247 FPS. When moving to High settings at the same resolution, the frame rate drops to 176.3 FPS. This significant drop from a low-demand setting to a higher-demand one, even at a resolution where CPU overhead is highest, suggests the GPU is still the primary bottleneck, as the CPU has ample headroom to push well beyond 200 FPS in this scenario.

Q: What is the performance cost of enabling Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, moving from High to Ultra settings reduces the average frame rate from 72.1 FPS to 48.1 FPS. This represents a steep 33% performance penalty for the highest visual quality tier, highlighting that Ultra presets impose a substantial load on the GPU’s 12 GB of VRAM and 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT and RTX 3080 Ti combination ranks 485th out of 1705 tested combos for this game. This places it in the top 28% of all configurations, a strong showing that indicates a well-balanced pairing capable of high-refresh-rate gameplay at most settings.

Q: Is the data for this combo measured or estimated?

A: The data is measured, meaning the FPS figures come from actual benchmark runs rather than predictive algorithms. This lends high credibility to the performance numbers, showing what the hardware truly delivers in Greedfall.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic scaling pattern where the GPU becomes progressively more dominant as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 176.3 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is still providing enough throughput to keep the GPU well-fed, though the gap between Low (247 FPS) and High (176.3 FPS) shows the GPU is already working hard. Moving to 2560x1440, the High settings frame rate drops to 121.3 FPS, a 31% reduction from the 1080p result. This is a steeper drop than the 33% increase in pixel count would suggest, indicating the GPU is beginning to hit its limits. At 3840x2160, the High settings result falls to 72.1 FPS, another 41% reduction from the 1440p figure. This accelerating decline in frame rates as resolution scales up is a textbook sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU’s performance is relatively constant across resolutions, so the widening FPS gap can only be attributed to the RTX 3080 Ti’s rendering workload. The data implies that for this game, the Ryzen 7 5800XT has more than enough headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck, even at lower resolutions where CPU load is proportionally higher. The limiting component at all tested settings and resolutions is the graphics card, with its 34.10 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 186.5 GPixel/s pixel rate determining the final output.

How This Combo Ranks

With a combo rank of 485 out of 1705 tested configurations, this pairing sits comfortably in the upper quartile of all systems tested in Greedfall. This ranking is a strong indicator of a well-matched setup. The CPU’s 86th percentile standing and the GPU’s 83rd percentile standing are closely aligned, suggesting that neither component is dramatically over- or under-powered relative to the other. A significantly weaker CPU would likely drag the combo’s rank down at 1080p, while a weaker GPU would hurt 4K performance. The fact that the combo achieves a top 28% ranking despite the game’s release date in 2019 shows that modern high-end hardware still has plenty of headroom. The data shows the rank is not solely dependent on raw compute power; for example, the Ryzen 7 5800XT’s nearest rivals, such as the Ryzen 7 6800HS, show similar synthetic scores, yet the actual in-game performance will be dictated by how well the CPU’s cache hierarchy and clock speeds handle Greedfall’s specific code paths. The measured FPS across all resolutions confirms this ranking is earned through real-world performance, not just theoretical specifications. This position suggests that users with this combo can expect a smooth experience at high refresh rates on 1440p and a solid 60+ FPS experience at 4K with High settings, making it a versatile pairing for this title.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing for Greedfall. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth, which is crucial for streaming high-resolution textures without stutter. The GPU’s boost clock of 1665 MHz and its 10240 shading units allow it to push massive pixel throughput. The benchmark results show that at 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor, with the High preset yielding 72.1 FPS. This is a demanding workload, as the GPU’s 34.10 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is fully engaged. The GPU’s memory configuration is particularly relevant; the 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for Greedfall at these settings. The measured data shows that dropping from High to Medium at 4K only gains 7.3 FPS (from 72.1 to 79.4), while dropping to Low gains 31 FPS (to 103.1). This non-linear scaling suggests that the High preset likely utilizes more memory-intensive effects and higher-resolution textures, which the GPU’s bandwidth can handle but at a cost to frame rate. In comparison, the GPU’s nearest rivals include the RTX 3090, which scores only 0.5% higher in average benchmarks, meaning the 3080 Ti is nearly as fast as the flagship 30-series card. This makes the 3080 Ti’s performance in Greedfall particularly impressive, as it delivers high frame rates even at 4K, a resolution that heavily taxes the memory subsystem and shader throughput.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 247 FPS on Low, 197.1 FPS on Medium, 176.3 FPS on High, and 113.8 FPS on Ultra. The transition from Low to Medium costs 49.9 FPS, while moving from High to Ultra costs 62.5 FPS, showing that Ultra settings are disproportionately demanding at this resolution. At 2560x1440, the results are 172.1 FPS on Low, 132.4 FPS on Medium, 121.3 FPS on High, and 79.6 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Medium at 1440p is 39.7 FPS, and the High to Ultra drop is 41.7 FPS, reinforcing the pattern that Ultra is a significant step up in load. At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 103.1 FPS on Low, 79.4 FPS on Medium, 72.1 FPS on High, and 48.1 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Medium is 23.7 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 24 FPS. Notably, the 4K Ultra result of 48.1 FPS is the only setting that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, making it the least playable option. Across all resolutions, the delta between Low and Ultra grows as resolution increases: 133.2 FPS at 1080p, 92.5 FPS at 1440p, and 55 FPS at 4K. This indicates that at lower resolutions, the GPU has more headroom to render the extra effects of Ultra, but at 4K, the sheer pixel count dominates and the quality preset has a relatively smaller absolute impact on frame rate.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 176.3 FPS is the best balance, as it provides smooth gameplay well above 144 Hz while still offering strong visual fidelity. Ultra at 113.8 FPS is also viable for 144 Hz displays, but the 62.5 FPS drop from High is substantial for a marginal visual gain. At 2560x1440, the High preset at 121.3 FPS is recommended for 120 Hz displays, as it stays above the refresh rate threshold. The Medium preset at 132.4 FPS is also an option for those seeking extra headroom, but it compromises visual quality. The Ultra preset at 79.6 FPS is playable but does not fully utilize a 144 Hz monitor, making High the superior choice for responsiveness. For 3840x2160, the High preset at 72.1 FPS is the clear recommendation for a 60 Hz display, offering a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 79.4 FPS adds a bit more headroom and is also a solid choice. The Ultra preset at 48.1 FPS should be avoided for serious gameplay, as it falls below 60 FPS and introduces noticeable stutter. The Low presets across all resolutions provide high frame rates but are not recommended due to the significant visual downgrade, unless the user is chasing maximum competitive frame rates at 1080p. The data suggests that High settings provide the best overall experience, balancing visual quality with performance across all three resolutions, ensuring the RTX 3080 Ti’s capabilities are fully utilized without pushing it into unplayable territory.