Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers a highly playable Greedfall experience across most settings, with the data showing a clear progression from 1080p to 4K where the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. This combination ranks 2273 out of 3703 tested combos in this game, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the database, and the measured frames per second reveal a system that can handle the game’s Action RPG demands with ease at lower resolutions but requires careful settings selection at 4K to maintain smooth performance.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock runs at 4.20 GHz with a boost clock reaching 5.00 GHz, and the processor includes a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, with 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 64 KB of L1 cache per core. This cache configuration, combined with the high boost clock, makes the CPU particularly adept at handling the single-threaded and lightly threaded workloads that often dominate game logic in titles like Greedfall, where character interactions, AI routines, and quest tracking frequently rely on fewer threads.

Benchmark results for the 7800X3D show strong single-thread performance, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 959 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1713. These numbers indicate that the processor can feed frames quickly to the GPU, which is critical for maintaining high average FPS in Greedfall’s open-world environments. The multi-threaded results are equally respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16817 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 15610, but the game’s reliance on fewer threads means the single-core strength is what matters most for consistent frame delivery.

The CPU’s 120 W TDP and 5 nm process node from TSMC ensure efficient operation, while the 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth from dual-channel DDR5 support allows for rapid data transfer between the processor and system memory. In Greedfall, where large areas load dynamically as the player explores, this bandwidth helps reduce hitches. The processor’s percentile ranking of 83 against all CPUs indicates that it outperforms the majority of processors in the database, and its nearest rivals—the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, Intel Core i7-13650HX, and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX—all have nearly identical average benchmark scores, with deltas of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H trails slightly with a delta of -0.4 percent, confirming that the 7800X3D sits at the top of its performance tier.

At 1080p with Low settings, the measured average FPS reaches 160, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors and suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution. Even at 4K with Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 30, the CPU likely still has headroom, as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The 7800X3D’s 16 threads allow it to handle background tasks and game threads simultaneously without introducing stutter, and the 96 MB L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency in gameplay loops.

FAQ

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

A: The highest measured average FPS is 160, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an average benchmark score of 33079, while its nearest rivals—the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, Intel Core i7-13650HX, and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX—all score 33089 or 33091, resulting in a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, which is -0.4 percent lower.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 has a percentile ranking of 66, meaning it outperforms 66 percent of all GPUs in the database based on average benchmark scores.

Q: Which resolution and settings combination yields the lowest average FPS?

A: The lowest average FPS is 30, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for Greedfall?

A: The RTX 5050 comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The measured FPS data shows playable performance at most settings, but the 4K Ultra result of 30 average FPS suggests that VRAM capacity or memory bandwidth may contribute to performance limitations at the highest settings.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear trend as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, with the average frame rate dropping consistently across all settings. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 160 at 1920x1080 to 111 at 2560x1440, a reduction of approximately 30 percent, and then to 66 at 3840x2160, which is roughly 59 percent lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is handling an increasing pixel workload, and the RTX 5050’s 8 GB VRAM and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth become more stressed as resolution rises.

For High settings, the scaling pattern is similar but with lower absolute numbers: 114 average FPS at 1080p, 79 at 1440p, and 47 at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is particularly notable, with a 40 percent decrease in average FPS, suggesting that the GPU’s compute resources are nearing their limits at 4K. Medium settings follow the same trend, with average FPS of 126 at 1080p, 87 at 1440p, and 52 at 4K, while Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 73 average FPS at 1080p, 50 at 1440p, and 30 at 4K.

The data suggests that the limiting component shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the high frame rates across all settings—even Ultra at 73 average FPS—indicate that the CPU is capable of driving the GPU to its maximum output, and the RTX 5050 is the primary constraint. As resolution increases to 1440p, the GPU’s pixel throughput becomes more demanding, and the average FPS drops accordingly. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, with even Low settings producing only 66 average FPS, which is below the 70 FPS threshold often considered smooth for action games. This pattern is typical for a mid-range GPU paired with a high-end CPU, where the processor’s strong single-thread performance ensures that frame delivery is not CPU-limited except at the lowest resolutions and settings.

The measured min FPS values, available only for Medium settings, provide additional insight into frame pacing. At 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 107 with a max of 144, indicating that the system maintains a stable frame rate without major dips. At 1440p Medium, the min FPS is 74 with a max of 100, showing a tighter range but still acceptable performance. At 4K Medium, the min FPS is 44 with a max of 60, which means the system can dip below 45 FPS during intense scenes, potentially causing noticeable stutter in combat or exploration. These min FPS values suggest that the GPU’s memory subsystem and shading units are working near their limits at 4K, and users should expect occasional frame drops in demanding areas.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Greedfall with the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 covers four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—across three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average FPS of 160, which is the highest score recorded for this combo. Medium settings at 1080p produce an average FPS of 126, with a min FPS of 107 and a max FPS of 144, indicating consistent performance. High settings at 1080p yield an average FPS of 114, while Ultra settings drop to 73 average FPS, still playable but with a significant reduction compared to Low.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS values decrease across all presets. Low settings produce 111 average FPS, which remains smooth for most players. Medium settings at 1440p show an average FPS of 87, with a min FPS of 74 and a max FPS of 100, demonstrating that the system can maintain a playable frame rate even during heavy scenes. High settings at 1440p yield 79 average FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 50 average FPS, which is borderline playable but may require lowering settings for competitive or fast-paced gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more constrained. Low settings produce 66 average FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS baseline but leaves little headroom for frame drops. Medium settings at 4K yield 52 average FPS, with a min FPS of 44 and a max FPS of 60, indicating that the system can dip below 45 FPS in demanding scenes. High settings at 4K produce 47 average FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 30 average FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay and may result in noticeable stutter during combat or exploration.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each settings preset at a given resolution results in a predictable average FPS, with Ultra being roughly half the performance of Low at 1080p and 1440p, and slightly less than half at 4K. The min FPS values for Medium settings provide the only available frame-time data, and they suggest that the system’s performance is stable at 1080p and 1440p, with a wider variation at 4K. For users seeking the highest possible frame rates, Low settings at 1080p offer the best performance, while those prioritizing visual quality should consider High settings at 1440p, which balance the 79 average FPS with improved graphical fidelity.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB207 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 2560 shading units, 80 texture mapping units, and 32 raster operation units, along with 20 RT cores and 80 tensor cores. The GPU runs at a base clock of 2317 MHz with a boost clock of 2572 MHz, and its memory operates at 2500 MHz with 20 Gbps effective speed. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a key factor in Greedfall’s performance due to the game’s large textures and open-world environments.

The GPU’s FP32 performance is rated at 13.17 TFLOPS, with a pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s. These specifications indicate that the RTX 5050 is capable of handling modern games at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but the 4K results show its limitations. The 130 W TDP and PCIe 5.0 x8 interface ensure that the card can draw sufficient power and bandwidth from the system, while the 1x 8-pin power connector and 300 W suggested PSU provide the necessary electrical supply.

Benchmark results for the RTX 5050 show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2502, with Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores of 90334 and 89381, respectively. The Passmark G3D score is 17326, and the GPU compute score is 9184. These numbers place the GPU at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, indicating that it outperforms a majority of graphics cards in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL with a delta of -0.6 percent, the AMD Radeon HD 8970M with a delta of -1 percent, and the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT with a delta of 1.6 percent, showing that the RTX 5050 sits in a competitive performance tier.

In Greedfall, the GPU’s role is most evident at higher resolutions, where the average FPS drops significantly from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p Low, the GPU can deliver 160 average FPS, but this drops to 66 at 4K Low, a reduction of 59 percent. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at most settings, but at 4K Ultra, the combination of high-resolution textures and complex shading effects likely pushes the memory capacity to its limits, contributing to the 30 average FPS result. The GPU’s 20 RT cores and 80 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and DLSS, though Greedfall’s measured FPS data does not include ray tracing or upscaling tests, so their impact on performance cannot be quantified from the available information.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user’s resolution and performance priorities. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver playable frame rates, with Low at 160 average FPS, Medium at 126 average FPS, High at 114 average FPS, and Ultra at 73 average FPS. For users with high refresh rate monitors, Low or Medium settings are recommended to maximize frame rates, while those prioritizing visual quality can select High, which still offers a smooth experience above 100 FPS. Ultra at 1080p is playable but may cause frame drops in busy scenes, so High is the better balance of quality and performance.

At 2560x1440, the recommended preset is High, which yields 79 average FPS. This provides a good balance between graphical fidelity and smoothness, as Medium at 87 average FPS offers slightly better performance but with reduced visual quality, and Ultra at 50 average FPS may feel less responsive. For competitive play, Low at 111 average FPS is the best choice, but for most users, High delivers the best overall experience at 1440p. The min FPS data for Medium at 1440p shows a range of 74 to 100, indicating that even the lower end remains playable, so users who prefer Medium can expect consistent performance.

At 3840x2160, the data shows that only Low settings (66 average FPS) provide a consistently smooth experience, while Medium (52 average FPS) and High (47 average FPS) are playable but may exhibit frame drops in demanding scenes. Ultra at 4K is not recommended, as the 30 average FPS is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. For 4K users, Low settings are the safest choice, though Medium can be considered if the user is willing to accept occasional dips below 50 FPS. The min FPS of 44 at 4K Medium indicates that the system can stutter during intense moments, so users should prioritize frame stability over visual quality at this resolution.

The best overall recommendation is High settings at 1440p, which offers 79 average FPS and represents a strong balance between visual quality and performance. Users with 1080p displays should choose High settings for the best experience, while 4K users should stick to Low or Medium settings to maintain playable frame rates. The data shows that the RTX 5050 is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and users should adjust their settings accordingly to avoid the severe performance drops seen at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination ranks 2273 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 61st percentile of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the GPU’s mid-range position in the database, as the RTX 5050’s 66th percentile among all GPUs is tempered by the fact that many combos in the database feature more powerful graphics cards. The CPU’s strong performance, with an 83rd percentile ranking, helps boost the combo’s overall standing, but the GPU remains the limiting factor in this pairing.

The combo’s rank of 2273 means that approximately 1430 tested combos perform better in Greedfall, while 1430 perform worse. This places the system in the middle of the pack, which is consistent with the measured FPS results showing playable performance at 1080p and 1440p but limitations at 4K. The GPU’s nearest rivals—the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, AMD Radeon HD 8970M, and AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT—have average benchmark scores within 1.6 percent of the RTX 5050, indicating that the combo’s performance is similar to systems using these GPUs, though the 7800X3D CPU may provide an advantage in CPU-bound scenarios.

Compared to the CPU’s nearest rivals, which all have average benchmark scores within 0.4 percent of the 7800X3D, the combo’s ranking is primarily determined by the GPU. The data suggests that users looking to improve Greedfall performance would benefit more from upgrading the GPU than the CPU, as the 7800X3D already provides ample processing power for this game. The combo rank of 2273 out of 3703 indicates that this is a solid mid-range configuration, capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p with appropriate settings, but not designed for maximum performance at 4K Ultra. For users with this hardware, the measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which settings to use for the best experience.