Greedfall

# Greedfall with AMD Ryzen 7 9700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a playable but uneven experience in Greedfall, with average frame rates ranging from 138 FPS at 1080p Low down to 26 FPS at 4K Ultra. The combination ranks 2313 out of 2938 tested combos in this game, placing it in the lower half of the database, which aligns with the RTX 2060's 58th percentile standing among all GPUs and the Ryzen 7 9700F's 94th percentile among all CPUs. The data reveals a system where the GPU becomes the dominant constraint as resolution and settings increase, while the CPU's substantial headroom is never fully taxed at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is steep, indicating a heavily GPU-limited scenario at higher resolutions. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 99 at 1920x1080 to 68 at 2560x1440, a 31% reduction, and then to 41 at 3840x2160, a 59% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This pattern is consistent with the RTX 2060's 6 GB GDDR6 memory and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth becoming progressively more strained as pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows a 40% drop, which is more severe than the 1080p-to-1440p transition, suggesting the GPU's compute and memory subsystems are nearing saturation at 4K.

At Low settings, the scaling is slightly less punishing: 138 FPS at 1080p, 96 FPS at 1440p (a 30% drop), and 57 FPS at 4K (a 59% drop from 1080p). The similarity in percentage drops across settings indicates that resolution scaling is primarily a GPU bottleneck rather than a settings-dependent effect. The 4K Low result of 57 FPS versus the 4K High result of 41 FPS shows that lowering settings recovers only 16 FPS at 4K, whereas at 1080p the same settings change yields 39 FPS (from 99 to 138). This widening gap at higher resolutions reinforces that pixel throughput, not shading complexity, is the limiting factor.

Ultra settings produce the most dramatic scaling: 63 FPS at 1080p, 44 FPS at 1440p (a 30% drop), and 26 FPS at 4K (a 59% drop from 1080p). The consistent ~30% and ~59% drops across all settings presets suggest a predictable resolution penalty governed by the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth. The RTX 2060's 80.64 GPixel/s pixel rate and 201.6 GTexel/s texture rate are the likely culprits, as 4K resolution demands roughly four times the pixel work of 1080p. The data shows that 4K is only viable at Low settings (57 FPS), while Medium and High dip below 45 FPS, and Ultra becomes unplayable at 26 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, built on the Turing architecture with a TU106 chip, is the primary performance limiter in this combination. Its 6 GB GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which appears insufficient for 4K Ultra in Greedfall, where the average FPS collapses to 26. The GPU's boost clock of 1680 MHz and base clock of 1365 MHz, combined with 1920 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, deliver 6.451 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. These specifications place the RTX 2060 at the 58th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 15290, positioning it as a mid-range part that struggles with the demands of 4K gaming.

The GPU's nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283, 0% delta), AMD Radeon 680M (15270, 0.1% delta), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199, 0.6% delta), and AMD Radeon RX 7600 (15171, 0.8% delta). These close scores indicate that the RTX 2060 sits in a crowded performance tier, yet in Greedfall specifically, it fails to maintain 60 FPS at 4K on any setting above Low. The VRAM capacity of 6 GB is a notable constraint, as Greedfall at Ultra settings with high-resolution textures likely approaches or exceeds this limit, causing the 26 FPS average at 4K Ultra. The 14 Gbps effective memory speed helps at lower resolutions, evidenced by the 138 FPS at 1080p Low, but cannot compensate for the bandwidth deficit at 4K.

The GPU's memory configuration also explains the Medium settings performance. At 1080p Medium, the average FPS is 109 with a minimum of 92 and maximum of 125, showing acceptable consistency. However, at 4K Medium, the average drops to 45 with a minimum of 38 and maximum of 52, indicating irregular frame pacing that would be noticeable during gameplay. The RTX 2060's 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores are present but do not meaningfully contribute to Greedfall's rasterized workload, as the game predates widespread ray tracing adoption. The GPU's 12 nm process node and 160 W TDP, while dated, are secondary to the fundamental memory bandwidth limitation observed in the scaling analysis.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, with 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 5 architecture, is substantially overprovisioned for this GPU pairing in Greedfall. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.50 GHz, combined with 32 MB of shared L3 cache, position it at the 94th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 69996. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875, 0.2% delta), Intel Core i7-14700KF (70163, -0.2% delta), AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515, 0.7% delta), and Intel Core i7-14700K (69355, 0.9% delta). This places the 9700F in elite company, yet the measured FPS data shows no scenario where the CPU becomes the bottleneck.

At 1080p Low, the average FPS of 138 is the highest recorded in the dataset, but this is still well below what the 9700F's single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 4691) could theoretically support. The CPU's multithread score of 36470 and integer math score of 120788 indicate ample headroom for Greedfall's AI and physics calculations, which are unlikely to stress 8 cores at 16 threads at any resolution. The 4 nm process node and 65 W TDP suggest efficient power delivery, but these characteristics do not translate into measurable FPS gains when the GPU is saturated.

The data shows that the CPU's role is to ensure consistent minimum frame rates, particularly at Medium settings where minimum FPS figures are recorded. At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS of 92 and maximum of 125 (average 109) demonstrate that the CPU can maintain a stable frame delivery window without drooping below playable thresholds. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 64 and maximum of 87 (average 75) show a similar pattern, with the CPU maintaining consistency as the GPU works harder. The absence of recorded minimum FPS values for Low and High settings suggests that those runs were smooth enough to avoid notable dips, further indicating that the CPU is not introducing frame time spikes. The Ryzen 7 9700F's 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth on DDR5 dual-channel also provides sufficient data throughput to feed the GPU without causing stalls, though this bandwidth is far below the GPU's 336.0 GB/s, underscoring the asymmetric performance relationship.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the resolution delivers the highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 138 FPS, which is the best result in the entire dataset. Medium settings follow at 109 FPS average, with a minimum of 92 and maximum of 125, showing a tight frame time distribution. High settings drop to 99 FPS average, a 28% reduction from Low. Ultra settings are the most demanding at 1080p, yielding 63 FPS average, which is still playable but represents a 54% drop from Low. The gap between Medium and High at 1080p is only 10 FPS, suggesting diminishing returns for the High preset's additional visual features.

At 2560x1440, the performance degrades predictably. Low settings average 96 FPS, which is 30% lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 and maximum of 87, maintaining playability but with more variance than at 1080p. High settings average 68 FPS, a 31% drop from 1080p High. Ultra settings fall to 44 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay but remains within a playable range for slower-paced titles. The 1440p results show that only Low and Medium presets consistently exceed 60 FPS, while High hovers near the boundary and Ultra falls short.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060's limitations become stark. Low settings average 57 FPS, just below the 60 FPS target. Medium settings average 45 FPS with a minimum of 38 and maximum of 52, indicating frequent drops into the low 40s. High settings average 41 FPS, a 59% reduction from 1080p High, making the game feel sluggish during combat sequences. Ultra settings collapse to 26 FPS average, which is effectively unplayable for an action RPG requiring responsive controls. The 4K data clearly shows that this resolution is only viable with Low settings, and even then, the 57 FPS average suggests occasional dips below 50 FPS during intense scenes, though no minimum FPS was recorded for that configuration.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 2313 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 21st percentile of all tested systems. This low ranking is surprising given the CPU's 94th percentile standing and the GPU's 58th percentile, indicating that the pairing is poorly balanced for this game's specific demands. The ranking suggests that many combinations with weaker CPUs but stronger GPUs outperform this setup, as Greedfall appears to be heavily GPU-bound across all measured resolutions.

The combo rank of 2313 implies that roughly 79% of tested configurations achieve higher average FPS in this game. This is consistent with the RTX 2060's mid-range positioning, as its PassMark G3D score of 14111 and average benchmark score of 15290 place it near the GTX 580 and Radeon 680M, both of which are older or integrated solutions. The GPU's percentile of 58 means it outperforms only slightly more than half of all GPUs, yet the CPU's percentile of 94 means it outperforms 94% of all CPUs. This imbalance results in wasted CPU potential, as the 9700F's capabilities are largely irrelevant when the GPU is the limiting factor at every resolution above 1080p Low.

The ranking also reflects the age of the GPU. Launched in January 2019 with a 349 USD launch MSRP, the RTX 2060 is now end-of-life, and its 6 GB VRAM and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for modern titles at high settings. In contrast, the Ryzen 7 9700F, released in September 2025 with a 289 USD launch MSRP, represents current-generation hardware that will likely remain relevant for years. The mismatch in release dates—over six years apart—explains why this combo ranks so poorly despite the CPU's strength. The data suggests that pairing the 9700F with a more modern GPU would yield substantially better results, but within this specific configuration, the RTX 2060 anchors the performance ceiling.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and acceptable frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset at 99 FPS average offers the best balance between visual quality and performance, as it sits comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold while providing enhanced visuals over Medium (109 FPS) at a minimal 10 FPS cost. For users prioritizing maximum smoothness, Low at 138 FPS is the clear choice, but the visual downgrade is substantial. Ultra at 63 FPS is playable but risks dropping below 60 FPS during demanding scenes, making it a marginal choice for those who value maximum fidelity over consistency.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 75 FPS average with a 64 FPS minimum is the recommended setting, as it maintains a playable frame rate while offering better visuals than Low (96 FPS). High at 68 FPS is also viable but leaves less headroom for frame time spikes, and the 7 FPS difference between Medium and High does not justify the increased risk of dips. Ultra at 44 FPS is not recommended for action gameplay, as it falls well below the smoothness threshold. At 3840x2160, only Low settings at 57 FPS average are recommended for any semblance of playability, and even then, users should expect occasional frame drops. Medium at 45 FPS is borderline, but the 38 FPS minimum recorded suggests stutter-prone performance. High and Ultra at 41 FPS and 26 FPS, respectively, should be avoided entirely.

For users who own a 1080p monitor, the High preset delivers the best experience with 99 FPS average, providing a 36% improvement over Ultra while maintaining most visual features. For 1440p displays, Medium is the pragmatic choice, offering 75 FPS average that stays above the 60 FPS threshold even at minimum. The data indicates that Greedfall's performance is more sensitive to resolution than settings, so lowering resolution has a greater impact than reducing quality. This suggests that users with 4K displays should consider running at 1440p with High settings (68 FPS) rather than 4K Low (57 FPS), as the former provides both higher frame rates and better visual fidelity.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combo in Greedfall?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the only resolution where all settings presets maintain playable frame rates, with averages ranging from 63 FPS at Ultra to 138 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, only Low and Medium presets exceed 60 FPS, while at 3840x2160, only Low achieves near-60 FPS performance.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F bottlenecking the RTX 2060 in this game?

A: No. The CPU ranks at the 94th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 69996, while the GPU sits at the 58th percentile with a score of 15290. The measured FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows the GPU as the limiting factor, as frame rates drop consistently by roughly 30% from 1080p to 1440p and 59% from 1080p to 4K across all settings.

Q: Can this combo run Greedfall at 4K?

A: At 4K, only Low settings achieve an average of 57 FPS, which is marginally below the 60 FPS target. Medium averages 45 FPS with a 38 FPS minimum, High averages 41 FPS, and Ultra averages 26 FPS. The 6 GB VRAM and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth of the RTX 2060 are insufficient for smooth 4K gameplay at higher settings.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark performance?

A: The RTX 2060's average benchmark score of 15290 is nearly identical to the GTX 580 (15283, 0% delta), Radeon 680M (15270, 0.1% delta), RTX 3050 OEM (15199, 0.6% delta), and RX 7600 (15171, 0.8% delta). This places it in a densely packed performance tier where small differences in scores yield similar in-game results.

Q: What settings should I use for a 1440p monitor?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings provide an average of 75 FPS with a minimum of 64 FPS, which is the recommended preset. High settings average 68 FPS but lack recorded minimum FPS data, suggesting potential for dips below 60 FPS. Ultra at 44 FPS is not recommended.

Q: Why does the combo rank so low (2313 out of 2938) despite the strong CPU?

A: The ranking reflects the GPU's mid-range position (58th percentile) and the game's heavy GPU dependence. The CPU's 94th percentile performance cannot compensate for the RTX 2060's limitations, which become apparent at 1440p and 4K resolutions where the GPU's 6 GB VRAM and memory bandwidth are insufficient.