Greedfall

Greedfall, an Action RPG released on 2019-09-09, presents an interesting case study for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a configuration that is capable of delivering smooth gameplay, but with distinct bottlenecks that shift depending on the workload. The data indicates a system that excels at high-refresh 1080p gaming while remaining viable for 4K at lower presets, though its strengths and limitations are clearly defined by the hardware's architectural characteristics.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT achieves a rank of 814 out of 1705 tested combos for Greedfall. This places the pairing in the upper-middle tier of all possible configurations, suggesting a balanced but not top-tier performance profile for this title. The rank implies that while this setup is far from the slowest, it is also outclassed by a significant number of other CPU-GPU pairings that likely feature higher-end components or more favorable architectural synergies for this particular game engine.

The CPU itself, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, holds a strong 89th percentile ranking among all tested CPUs, indicating that its processing power is a definite asset. However, the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, sits at the 79th percentile among all GPUs. This gap in relative standing suggests that the graphics card is likely the primary limiting factor in many scenarios, especially at higher resolutions. The combo's mid-pack rank is a direct consequence of this pairing, where a very capable processor is yoked to a competent but comparatively less powerful graphics solution. The data implies that the CPU has headroom to spare, waiting for a more powerful GPU to fully express its potential.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. Its clock speeds are specified with a base of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz. These specifications point to a card designed for high-frequency operation, which is beneficial for maintaining consistent frame pacing.

In the context of Greedfall, the GPU's role is heavily dependent on the resolution and settings preset. At 1080p, the card is clearly the dominant force, with frame rates scaling dramatically with settings. The jump from Ultra to Low at 1920x1080, from 87.1 FPS to 188.9 FPS, demonstrates the GPU's raw throughput is the primary variable. However, at 4K, the GPU's limitations become more apparent. The 12 GB VRAM buffer and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient, but the processing power is not enough to maintain high frame rates at Ultra settings, where the average drops to 38.5 FPS. The data suggests that for Greedfall, the RX 6750 XT is a capable 1440p performer and can handle 4K only with significant compromises to visual fidelity.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a Zen 5 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. It features a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, backed by a 32 MB shared L3 cache. This configuration provides substantial multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, as evidenced by its strong benchmark scores such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31588 and a single-core score of 4459.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role appears to be that of a robust foundation that rarely becomes the primary bottleneck. The evidence for this is in the resolution scaling. When moving from 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS at Ultra settings drops from 87.1 to 61.2, a significant decrease that points to the GPU being the limiting factor. Conversely, the CPU's capability is highlighted by the fact that even at 1080p Low, the frame rate reaches 188.9 FPS, a scenario where a weaker processor would likely cap performance. The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 9700X provides ample headroom, ensuring that the GPU is the component that dictates the final frame rate in nearly all tested scenarios for this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Greedfall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination ranks 814th out of 1705 tested combos for this game.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor in Greedfall?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The GPU's 79th percentile ranking among all GPUs is lower than the CPU's 89th percentile, and frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance.

Q: What are the clock speeds of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT?

A: The GPU has a base clock of 2150 MHz, a game clock of 2495 MHz, and a boost clock of 2600 MHz.

Q: How much memory does the GPU have, and what is its bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT comes with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the boost clock of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X?

A: The CPU has a maximum boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz.

Q: What is the best average FPS achievable at 1080p with this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded at 1920x1080 is 188.9 FPS, which is achieved with the Low settings preset.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which provides insight into the system's bottleneck. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 138.2 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the average drops to 96.9 FPS, a 29.9% decrease. Scaling further to 4K High, the average falls to 55.3 FPS, which is a 60.0% decrease from the 1080p result.

This trend is consistent across all settings presets. For instance, at Low settings, the drop from 1080p (188.9 FPS) to 1440p (133.1 FPS) is a 29.5% reduction, and the drop to 4K (79.7 FPS) is a 57.8% reduction. The consistent and substantial performance penalty at higher resolutions indicates that the system is firmly GPU-bound. The CPU is able to feed the GPU enough data at 1080p, but as the pixel count increases, the GPU's fill rate and shading capabilities become the definitive constraint. The data implies that for a smoother 4K experience, a more powerful GPU would be necessary, while the CPU would continue to provide sufficient support.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings preset depends heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the data shows that all presets are playable, but the High preset at 138.2 FPS offers a strong balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset is also viable at 87.1 FPS, but the significant drop from High suggests that the extra visual fidelity may not be worth the performance cost for competitive or high-refresh-rate displays.

At 1440p, the High preset at 96.9 FPS is the sweet spot, providing a smooth experience that is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 102.7 FPS offers a marginal performance boost, but High provides better visuals for a relatively small FPS loss. The Ultra preset, at 61.2 FPS, is playable but is right at the edge of what many would consider smooth, making it a less desirable choice.

For 4K gaming, the data presents a more challenging situation. The High preset at 55.3 FPS and Medium at 62 FPS are near the playable threshold, but the Low preset at 79.7 FPS provides the most consistent and fluid experience. The Ultra preset at 38.5 FPS is not recommended for a smooth experience. Therefore, the best experience per the measured rows is to use the High preset at 1080p and 1440p, and to drop to Low settings at 4K to prioritize frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a detailed breakdown of the average FPS measured for Greedfall with this specific hardware configuration.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: The average frame rate is 87.1 FPS.
• High: The average frame rate is 138.2 FPS.
• Medium: The average frame rate is 148.8 FPS.
• Low: The average frame rate is 188.9 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: The average frame rate is 61.2 FPS.
• High: The average frame rate is 96.9 FPS.
• Medium: The average frame rate is 102.7 FPS.
• Low: The average frame rate is 133.1 FPS.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: The average frame rate is 38.5 FPS.
• High: The average frame rate is 55.3 FPS.
• Medium: The average frame rate is 62 FPS.
• Low: The average frame rate is 79.7 FPS.

The data shows a substantial performance gulf between the Ultra preset and the other settings, particularly at higher resolutions. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 101.8 FPS, highlighting the immense cost of the highest visual quality settings. The scaling between Medium and High is relatively small across all resolutions, suggesting that High is a more efficient choice than Ultra for this game and hardware. The overall numbers confirm a GPU-bound system where the frame rate is directly tied to both the resolution and the graphical workload.