Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti combination in Greedfall demonstrates a clear and predictable performance curve that is heavily dictated by resolution. The data shows a substantial drop in frame rates as resolution scales from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the limiting factor transitions from the CPU at lower resolutions to the GPU at higher ones. This pairing is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers smooth, high-refresh-rate experiences, while 4K Ultra remains a challenging target.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a significant performance penalty as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 111.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p High reduces this to 73.4 FPS, a drop of roughly 34%. The transition to 4K High is even more severe, with the average FPS falling to 42.6, which is about 62% lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 3060 Ti's rendering capabilities are the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

The pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For instance, at Low settings, the average FPS falls from 151.6 at 1080p to 106.3 at 1440p and then to 63.0 at 4K. Even at the lowest graphical load, the 4K resolution nearly halves the 1080p frame rate. This behavior confirms that Greedfall at 4K is heavily GPU-bound for this hardware, as the graphics card must process a dramatically larger number of pixels.

Conversely, at 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset reaching 151.6 FPS. This suggests that at this resolution, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU efficiently, and the system is less likely to be bottlenecked by either component. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is more moderate than the jump to 4K, suggesting that 1440p presents a balanced workload where both the CPU and GPU contribute significantly to the final frame rate.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This configuration provides substantial multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 scores of 29302 multi-core and 4136 single-core. In Greedfall, an Action RPG, this level of CPU performance is more than sufficient to handle game logic and physics, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU is the bottleneck.

The CPU's 3DMark results show strong scaling from 2 threads (2043) to 16 threads (8484), indicating that it can efficiently utilize its cores. However, the benchmark results in Greedfall suggest that the CPU is not the primary limiting factor at 4K. The significant FPS drop from 1440p to 4K at all settings points to the GPU being the constraining component, as the CPU's workload does not increase proportionally with resolution. At 1080p, the high frame rates, such as 151.6 FPS on Low, imply that the CPU is capable of keeping up with the GPU's output.

The processor's memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and support for DDR5 memory contribute to its overall responsiveness. While the data does not isolate CPU-specific bottlenecks in this game, the high frame rates at 1080p and the relatively smaller performance gap between 1080p and 1440p suggest that the Ryzen 7 7700 provides a solid foundation for this gaming combination. Its performance is close to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H, which scores within 0.1% of its average benchmark score.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the decisive factor in this combo's performance, particularly at higher resolutions. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU's boost clock of 1665 MHz and its 4864 shading units are responsible for its raw rendering power. The data shows that this power is insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS drops to 30.6.

The GPU's role is clearly demonstrated by the performance scaling. At 1080p, the card can push over 100 FPS on all presets except Ultra, which still manages 69.6 FPS. This shows that at this resolution, the GPU has enough throughput to handle the workload. However, at 4K, even the Low preset only achieves 63.0 FPS, and the High preset falls to 42.6 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed by the 4K resolution.

The RTX 3060 Ti's 8 GB VRAM is also a likely contributor to the performance drop at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS is 30.6. While the data does not explicitly report VRAM usage, the combination of high resolution and Ultra settings likely demands more than 8 GB, causing the GPU to rely on slower system memory. The GPU's performance is comparable to rivals such as the AMD Radeon RX 6600, which is only 0.5% slower in average benchmark scores, but the measured FPS data shows how this specific game and resolution interact with the card's capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo's performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low averages 151.6 FPS, Medium averages 118.0 FPS, High averages 111.8 FPS, and Ultra averages 69.6 FPS. These numbers show a smooth progression, with the step from High to Ultra being the most significant, representing a 38% drop in performance.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS figures are 106.3 for Low, 84.7 for Medium, 73.4 for High, and 46.4 for Ultra. The gap between Medium and High is smaller here, suggesting that the GPU is beginning to feel the pressure of the increased resolution. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the first sign of struggle, with a near 44 FPS difference compared to the High preset.

At 3840x2160, the averages fall to 63.0 for Low, 51.2 for Medium, 42.6 for High, and 30.6 for Ultra. The performance hierarchy is maintained, but the absolute numbers are much lower. The Low preset at 4K is the only one that remains above the 60 FPS threshold, while the Ultra preset falls below 31 FPS, which is not ideal for a smooth gaming experience. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is only viable at Low or Medium settings with this hardware.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Greedfall, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti ranks 1215 out of 1705 combos. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the rankings, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is also not among the weakest. The percentile ranking reflects the GPU's position, which is at the 69th percentile among all GPUs, suggesting that many other graphics cards can deliver higher frame rates in this game.

The combo's rank suggests that for Greedfall, the RTX 3060 Ti is the limiting component in the pairing. The CPU's percentile rank of 91 is significantly higher, meaning that the processor is capable of much more demanding workloads than the GPU can handle. This mismatch is evident in the measured FPS data, where the system struggles at 4K despite the CPU's strong benchmark scores. The data implies that a more powerful GPU would be required to improve this combo's rank substantially, as the Ryzen 7 7700 has ample headroom.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Greedfall?

A: The highest average FPS is 151.6, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data shows an average of 30.6 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is below the standard 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 111.8 at 1920x1080 to 42.6 at 3840x2160, a decrease of approximately 62%.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 a bottleneck for the RTX 3060 Ti in this game?

A: The CPU ranks in the 91st percentile, while the GPU is in the 69th percentile. The measured FPS data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions where frame rates drop significantly.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a high frame rate?

A: At 1920x1080, all presets except Ultra achieve over 100 FPS on average, with Ultra still reaching 69.6 FPS. This makes 1080p the most suitable resolution for high-refresh-rate gaming.

Q: How does the combo's rank compare to its component parts?

A: The combo ranks 1215 out of 1705 in this game, which is lower than the CPU's 91st percentile ranking but slightly higher than the GPU's 69th percentile, indicating the GPU's performance is the defining factor.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the data points to the High preset at 1920x1080 as the optimal choice. It delivers an average of 111.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and offers a significant visual improvement over the Low preset. The Medium preset at 1080p, with 118.0 FPS, offers a marginal performance increase over High but likely with a noticeable reduction in graphical fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is also the recommended choice, as it provides an average of 73.4 FPS. This is still a very playable frame rate for a single-player Action RPG. The Medium preset at 73.4 FPS is also viable, but the Ultra preset at 46.4 FPS is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience.

For 4K gaming, the options are limited. The Low preset, which averages 63.0 FPS, is the only setting that consistently stays above the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset at 51.2 FPS is tolerable, but the High and Ultra presets at 42.6 and 30.6 FPS respectively, should be avoided. The analysis suggests that the system is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p with the High preset, avoiding the Ultra preset unless the user prioritizes visual fidelity over frame rate.