Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F pairs an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 5 design with a 3.80 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. This is a modern desktop part on the AM5 socket with 32 MB of shared L3 cache, and its benchmark results place it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (0.2% faster), the Intel Core i7-14700KF (0.2% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (0.7% faster), which shows this chip is sitting in extremely competitive company at the top of the desktop stack.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with enough data to keep frame rates high, particularly at lower resolutions where the graphics card is not the bottleneck. The data shows this combo achieves 276 FPS at 1080p Low, which is an exceptional result that indicates the 9700F is more than capable of handling the game's single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The jump from 126 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 276 FPS at 1080p Low is a massive 119% improvement, which highlights how the CPU can scale performance when graphical load is reduced. The CPU's 65W TDP and efficient 4nm process node also suggest it can sustain these high frame rates without thermal throttling, which is crucial for maintaining consistent performance in action RPGs where combat scenes can spike CPU usage. While the game is from 2019, the 9700F's modern architecture ensures that the title's engine is never the limiting factor, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 9700F's 8 cores and 16 threads are substantial for a game like Greedfall, which was released in 2019 and does not require the massive core counts of modern simulation titles. The 5.50 GHz boost clock is the key specification here, as the game's engine likely relies heavily on single-thread performance for physics, AI, and game logic. The PassMark single-thread score of 4691 confirms this strength, and the multithread score of 36470 shows there is plenty of headroom for background tasks or streaming while gaming. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 276 FPS, which is a clear indication that the CPU can process frames faster than the GPU can render them at that setting. In contrast, at 4K Ultra, the FPS drops to 52, which is a GPU limitation, not a CPU one. The 9700F's 32 MB of L3 cache is also beneficial for game data that is frequently accessed, reducing latency and improving frame pacing.

Comparing to its synthetic rivals, the 9700F is virtually tied with the Ryzen 9 7940HX and the Core i7-14700KF, differing by only 0.2%. This means that in Greedfall, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance, and the choice between them would come down to platform features rather than raw gaming capability. The 0.7% lead over the Ryzen 9 7950X is also negligible in real-world terms. The data from Greedfall reinforces this: the CPU is so strong that it rarely becomes the bottleneck, even at high frame rates. The 4nm process node and 65W TDP are also worth noting, as they indicate a highly efficient chip that will not require an overly aggressive cooling solution to maintain its boost clocks during extended play sessions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. It has a boost clock of 2475 MHz and a base clock of 1980 MHz, with 7168 shading units. The GPU's average benchmark score places it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (0.1% slower), the RTX 5050 Mobile (0.1% slower), and the Quadro M6000 (0.2% slower). The RTX 4090 Mobile is 1% faster, which shows that this desktop 4070 SUPER is performing near the top of its class.

In Greedfall, the GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is sufficient for all settings at 1080p and 1440p, but the data shows a significant drop at 4K Ultra where the average FPS falls to 52. This suggests that at 4K, the game is heavily taxing the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power. The 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth is a critical factor here; while it is generous for a 192-bit bus, the demands of 4K Ultra textures and effects can still overwhelm it. The GPU's FP32 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS is substantial, but the game's engine at 4K Ultra appears to be pushing the Ada Lovelace architecture to its limits. The data shows a 63% performance drop from 1080p Ultra (126 FPS) to 4K Ultra (52 FPS), which is a clear sign that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions and settings. The 220W TDP and dual-slot cooler are appropriate for this performance level, and the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface provides ample bandwidth for the GPU to communicate with the CPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience for this combo is achieved at the High preset across all resolutions. At 1080p High, the combo delivers 197 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors and provides a smooth, responsive experience. At 1440p High, it maintains 137 FPS, which is still excellent for fast-paced action. Even at 4K High, it holds 82 FPS, which is playable and looks significantly better than lower presets. The Ultra preset, while offering the best visual quality, comes with a steep performance penalty: 126 FPS at 1080p, 87 FPS at 1440p, and only 52 FPS at 4K. This makes Ultra a poor choice for 4K gaming, as the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for a smooth experience.

The Medium preset offers a good middle ground, with 217 FPS at 1080p, 151 FPS at 1440p, and 90 FPS at 4K, but the visual improvements over High are often marginal in a game like Greedfall. The Low preset, while providing the highest frame rates (276 FPS at 1080p, 192 FPS at 1440p, 114 FPS at 4K), sacrifices too much visual fidelity for the performance gain, especially when High already delivers such high numbers. The sweet spot is High: it provides a 56% performance boost over Ultra at 1080p (197 vs 126 FPS) and a 58% boost at 4K (82 vs 52 FPS), with only a minor reduction in visual quality. For players with high-refresh-rate 1080p or 1440p monitors, High is the only logical choice. For 4K users, High is still the recommended setting, as it keeps the average FPS above 60.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combo ranks 474th out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places it in the top 16% of all systems tested, which is a strong result given the sheer number of possible CPU-GPU pairings in the database. The rank is impressive because it reflects a well-balanced system where neither component is severely bottlenecking the other. In the synthetic benchmarks, the CPU's 94th percentile and the GPU's 83rd percentile suggest a slight CPU bias, but in Greedfall, the combo's performance is more dependent on the GPU due to the game's graphical demands. The rank of 474 is likely influenced by the fact that many higher-ranked combos feature more powerful GPUs like the RTX 4090 or RX 7900 XTX, which would push the 4070 SUPER down the list. However, for a single-GPU setup, this combo is positioned very well, outperforming the vast majority of systems that lack the CPU's single-threaded strength or the GPU's 12 GB of VRAM. The data shows that this is a high-end pairing that delivers excellent performance in Greedfall, particularly at 1080p and 1440p, where it can push frame rates into the triple digits with ease.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K provides clear insight into which component is the bottleneck at different settings. At the Ultra preset, the FPS drops from 126 at 1080p to 87 at 1440p and then to 52 at 4K. This is a 31% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 59% drop from 1080p to 4K, indicating a strong GPU bottleneck. The CPU is not the limiting factor here, as the 9700F can easily handle the frame rates at 1080p, but the GPU's rendering load increases exponentially with resolution. At the Low preset, the FPS drops from 276 at 1080p to 192 at 1440p and 114 at 4K, which is a 30% drop to 1440p and a 59% drop to 4K. This similar percentage drop suggests that even at Low settings, the GPU is still the primary constraint at higher resolutions. However, the absolute frame rates are so high at 1080p and 1440p that the CPU's headroom is not fully utilized.

The High preset shows a similar pattern: 197 FPS at 1080p, 137 FPS at 1440p, and 82 FPS at 4K. This is a 30% drop to 1440p and a 58% drop to 4K. The consistency of these percentage drops across all presets is a strong indicator that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions above 1080p. At 1080p, the CPU's strength is more apparent, as the frame rates are high enough to suggest that the CPU can push even more frames if the GPU were faster. The data indicates that if you are aiming for 4K gaming, the RTX 4070 SUPER is the weak link, and you would need a more powerful GPU to maintain 60+ FPS at Ultra settings. Conversely, at 1080p and 1440p, the combo is extremely well-balanced, with the CPU providing ample headroom for future GPU upgrades.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table summarizes the measured average FPS for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER in Greedfall:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 1920x1080 | Low | 276 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 217 | 185 | 250 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 197 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 126 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 192 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 151 | 128 | 173 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 137 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 87 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 114 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 90 | 76 | 103 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 82 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 52 | — | — |

At 1080p, the combo is exceptionally fast, with even the Ultra preset delivering 126 FPS. The Medium preset offers a 10% improvement over High (217 vs 197 FPS) and a 72% improvement over Ultra (217 vs 126 FPS), making it a viable alternative for players who want maximum performance without dropping to Low. The min FPS data for Medium (185 FPS at 1080p) shows excellent frame pacing, with the 1% lows still being very high. At 1440p, the performance remains strong, with High delivering 137 FPS and Ultra falling to 87 FPS, which is still playable but not ideal for fast-paced combat. The Medium preset at 1440p (151 FPS) is a good balance, with min FPS of 128, ensuring no stutters. At 4K, the situation changes dramatically. The High preset (82 FPS) is the recommended choice, as Ultra (52 FPS) falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset (90 FPS) is also viable, but the visual difference between Medium and High is more noticeable at this resolution. The Low preset (114 FPS) provides the best performance but sacrifices too much graphical detail for a game that relies on atmosphere and visual storytelling. Overall, the data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates at high settings, while 4K gaming requires dropping to High or Medium settings to maintain a smooth experience.