Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Intel Arc B570 lands at rank 2344 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall. That places this configuration in the bottom quarter of the database, a notable distinction for a processor that otherwise sits in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs and a GPU that ranks in the 65th percentile among all graphics cards. The data shows a system that is clearly held back by its graphics component in this specific title, despite the CPU's strong fundamentals. The combination is not a top-tier performer, but the measured frame rates reveal a consistent and playable experience at lower resolutions and settings, albeit with significant compromises required at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2344 out of 2938 tested configurations indicates a below-average standing for this specific game. This is a surprising outcome when considering the individual components' benchmark percentiles: the Ryzen 7 7800X3D sits at the 83rd percentile for CPUs, while the Arc B570 is at the 65th percentile for GPUs. The gap between these individual scores and the combo's in-game rank suggests that Greedfall's engine places a heavier emphasis on GPU performance than the CPU's synthetic benchmarks might suggest. For a demanding action RPG, this ranking places the system behind a significant majority of tested hardware pairings.

The CPU's synthetic performance is competitive with its immediate rivals, showing negligible differences in average benchmark scores. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D's average benchmark score of 33079 is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (33089) and Intel Core i7-13650HX (33089), both showing a 0% delta. It is also nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091) at 0% delta. The closest real performance gap is against the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H, which scores 33201, a 0.4% advantage. These nearly identical scores indicate that the CPU is not a differentiating factor in this combo's performance; its processing power is sufficient for the game, and the bottleneck lies elsewhere.

The GPU's standing among its peers is similarly tight. The Intel Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 is within a fraction of a percent of its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750 (20582). The data also shows a 0.4% advantage over the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480) and a 0.5% deficit against the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20662). These negligible deltas show that the Arc B570 is a mid-pack performer, and its in-game results in Greedfall align with that positioning, ultimately dragging the combo's overall rank down.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary driver of this combo's in-game results, and its specifications reveal why it struggles at higher resolutions. The GPU features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. This is a moderate capacity and bandwidth for a modern GPU, but the data suggests it becomes a limiting factor in Greedfall. The core clocks are fixed at 2500 MHz for both base and boost, which is a relatively high frequency, but the sheer amount of data required at 4K resolution appears to overwhelm the memory subsystem.

The GPU's architecture is Xe2-HPG (Battlemage), built on a 5 nm process. It contains 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines. The card also includes 18 ray tracing cores. Its raw compute capabilities are rated at 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32 and 23.04 TFLOPS for FP16, with a texture fill rate of 360.0 GTexel/s. While these numbers are respectable, the performance in Greedfall indicates that the card's rasterization and memory throughput are better suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming than for 4K.

The B570's role as a bottleneck is clear when examining the frame time data. At 4K Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 24 FPS, which is a severe reduction from the 38 FPS at 4K High. This steep decline suggests that the GPU is running out of memory bandwidth and fill rate as the settings increase. The GPU's 150 W TDP and PCIe 4.0 x8 interface are standard for its class, but they do not compensate for the memory limitations exposed by Greedfall's rendering demands. The card is designed to be a capable 1080p performer, and the data confirms that its role diminishes rapidly as resolution climbs.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the GPU-bound nature of this configuration. At 1080p with High settings, the combo averages 92 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, this drops to 64 FPS, a 30% reduction. At 4K High, the average falls to 38 FPS, which is a 59% reduction from the 1080p result. This pattern is typical of a system where the GPU is the limiting component; the CPU is capable of feeding the graphics card at lower resolutions, but the GPU's rendering workload increases exponentially with pixel count, causing frame rates to plummet.

The scaling is even more pronounced at Ultra settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 59 FPS. This drops to 41 FPS at 1440p Ultra, a 31% reduction. At 4K Ultra, the average collapses to 24 FPS, a 59% reduction from the 1080p result. The consistent ~30% drop from 1080p to 1440p and ~60% drop from 1080p to 4K across both High and Ultra presets indicates that the GPU is the sole limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D, with its 96 MB of L3 cache and 16 threads, is not the cause of these frame rate dips; its processing power is more than sufficient for the game's logic and draw calls at all resolutions tested.

The data also shows that the gap between settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 71 FPS (130 FPS vs 59 FPS). At 4K, this gap shrinks to 30 FPS (54 FPS vs 24 FPS). This compression indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily saturated that changing settings has a diminishing impact on the overall frame rate. The bottleneck is no longer the settings' workload, but the raw pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth of the B570. This analysis is critical for users to understand that the CPU is not a constraint in this title; the Arc B570 defines the performance ceiling.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed picture of the combo's capabilities across different settings and resolutions. At 1080p, the system delivers playable performance across all presets. Low settings yield an average of 130 FPS, Medium produces 102 FPS (with a minimum of 87 FPS and maximum of 117 FPS), High reaches 92 FPS, and Ultra drops to 59 FPS. These numbers show that 1080p is the sweet spot for this hardware, with even Ultra settings providing a smooth experience for most display types.

At 1440p, performance remains respectable but requires settings adjustments. Low settings produce an average of 90 FPS. Medium settings average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and maximum of 81 FPS, indicating a playable range. High settings drop to 64 FPS, which is still acceptable for many gamers. Ultra settings, however, fall to 41 FPS, which may be too inconsistent for fast-paced action sequences. The data suggests that 1440p is viable for Medium and High presets, but Ultra is only suitable for less demanding scenarios.

The 4K results show the hardware's limitations clearly. Low settings achieve an average of 54 FPS, which is borderline playable. Medium settings average 42 FPS (with a minimum of 36 FPS and maximum of 48 FPS), which is a more challenging experience. High settings drop to 38 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to a barely playable 24 FPS. The minimum frame rates at 4K Medium (36 FPS) highlight the potential for stutter and lag in busy scenes. For a consistent 4K experience, the data indicates that only Low settings provide a sufficient frame rate, and even then, it is not ideal.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1080p with High settings. This preset delivers an average of 92 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. The jump from High to Ultra at 1080p results in a 33 FPS drop (from 92 to 59 FPS), which is a significant cost for potentially minor visual gains. The Medium preset at 1080p offers 102 FPS, but the 10 FPS gain over High may not justify the reduction in visual fidelity. High settings strike the best balance between visual quality and performance at this resolution.

For users with 1440p displays, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It provides an average of 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS, ensuring consistent frame pacing. The High preset at 71 FPS is also viable, but it may dip below 60 FPS in some scenes, as the minimum frame rate is not recorded. Low settings (90 FPS) are an option for competitive play, but the visual compromise is substantial. Ultra settings at 1440p (41 FPS) are not recommended for a smooth experience, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 4K, the data is clear: users should select the Low preset. The 54 FPS average is the only setting that provides a frame rate near standard display refresh rates. Medium (42 FPS) and High (38 FPS) are playable but will exhibit noticeable stutter, especially during combat or when traversing the game world. Ultra settings (24 FPS) are effectively unplayable. The recommendation is to prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity at 4K, as the GPU lacks the bandwidth to handle higher presets. For the best overall experience, the 1080p High preset is the definitive choice for this hardware.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D the bottleneck in this combo for Greedfall?

A: No. The data indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor. Its average benchmark score of 33079 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, and the frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent GPU-bound pattern. The CPU's synthetic scores place it in the 83rd percentile, while the combo's rank of 2344 out of 2938 suggests the GPU is the primary constraint.

Q: What is the best resolution to play Greedfall with this hardware?

A: Based on the measured frame rates, 1080p is the optimal resolution. It is the only resolution where all presets, including Ultra (59 FPS), achieve playable frame rates. At 1440p, Medium and High presets are viable, while at 4K, only the Low preset (54 FPS) provides an acceptable experience.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score is 20556. It performs within 0.1% of the Intel Arc A750 (20582) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534). It is 0.4% faster than the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480) and 0.5% slower than the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (20662). This indicates it is a standard mid-range performer.

Q: What is the impact of switching from High to Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The data shows a significant performance cost. At 1440p, High settings average 64 FPS, while Ultra settings average 41 FPS. This is a 23 FPS drop (approximately 36% reduction) for the increased visual fidelity. The Ultra preset is not recommended if a consistent frame rate is a priority.

Q: Does the combo's rank improve at lower resolutions?

A: The comboRankInGame of 2344 is a single value for the entire test suite, not per resolution. However, the measured FPS data shows that the system's performance relative to its own capabilities is much stronger at 1080p. The hardware is better suited to lower resolutions, but its overall rank against other combos remains affected by its 4K performance.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The only recorded minimum frame rates are for the Medium preset. At 1080p, the minimum is 87 FPS. At 1440p, the minimum is 60 FPS. At 4K, the minimum is 36 FPS. The absence of minimum frame rate data for other presets means those averages may not reflect the full range of performance dips.