Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination delivers a measured performance profile in Greedfall that ranks 54th out of 1,705 tested combos. The CPU has a launch MSRP of $359, and the GPU has a launch MSRP of 1,599 USD. The data, captured from actual runs, shows a wide spread of average frame rates across resolutions and presets, from 350.3 fps at 1080p Low to 64.1 fps at 4K Ultra. This pairing of a Zen 5 desktop CPU with an Ada Lovelace flagship GPU produces results that are consistently high, though the gap between Low and Ultra presets reveals where the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the Ryzen 7 9700X?

A: The CPU has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. It is built on a 4 nm process with 8,315 million transistors and a 32 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4090 have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s bandwidth. Its base clock is 2235 MHz, boost clock is 2520 MHz, and memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective).

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K Ultra in Greedfall?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 64.1 fps. High settings yield 106.2 fps, Medium 112.4 fps, and Low 147.9 fps.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700X has an average benchmark score of 36,029, placing it within 0.8% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (36,328, -0.8%) and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14500HX (35,940). It trails the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H by 0.4% (36,165) and leads the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 by 0.6% (35,802).

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

A: The RTX 4090 sits in the 91st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 66,473. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla T4, scores 66,733, a -0.4% difference; the Tesla P40 scores 66,127 (+0.5%), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 scores 67,097 (-0.9%), and the NVIDIA Quadro P6000 scores 67,320 (-1.3%).

Q: What is the combo's rank in Greedfall?

A: The combination ranks 54th out of 1,705 tested combos, indicating a top-tier result. The CPU holds an 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs, and the GPU holds a 91st percentile ranking.

GPU Role

The RTX 4090 brings 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. Its base clock is 2235 MHz, boosting to 2520 MHz, and the memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). These specifications, combined with 16,384 shading units, 512 TMUs, and 176 ROPs, drive the frame rates seen in Greedfall. At 4K Ultra, the average of 64.1 fps indicates the GPU is heavily taxed, while at 1080p Low the 350.3 fps shows the CPU can feed the GPU efficiently. The 128 RT cores and 512 tensor cores are not directly utilized by Greedfall's traditional rendering, but the raw FP32 throughput of 82.58 TFLOPS ensures high fill rates. The memory bandwidth is particularly relevant for high-resolution textures; the 1.01 TB/s allows the 24 GB frame buffer to be accessed quickly, which is why the drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is from 147.9 to 64.1 fps. The GPU's 450 W TDP and triple-slot design reflect its high-end positioning, and the 1x 16-pin power connector with an 850 W suggested PSU underscores the power demands. The data shows that the GPU scales predictably with settings, with the largest relative drop occurring at 4K Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured average FPS, the optimal preset depends on resolution. At 3840x2160, High yields 106.2 fps and Medium 112.4 fps, both comfortably above 60 fps; Ultra drops to 64.1 fps, which is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. For 2560x1440, Ultra delivers 108.9 fps, making it the best choice for high refresh rates; High at 176.9 fps is also excellent, and Medium at 189.3 fps offers a slight edge. At 1920x1080, even Ultra reaches 163.3 fps, so any preset is viable; Low at 350.3 fps is beyond typical display capabilities, and Medium at 277.3 fps provides a strong balance. The data suggests that High or Medium at 4K provides the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, while Ultra is reserved for lower resolutions where the GPU has ample headroom. For players targeting 60 fps at 4K, High is the recommended preset, as it delivers 106.2 fps with a significant visual upgrade over Medium. At 1440p, Ultra is the clear choice, as it maintains 108.9 fps while maximizing detail. At 1080p, the choice is less critical, but Ultra at 163.3 fps ensures the highest fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists the average FPS for each resolution and settings combination. Min and max FPS were not recorded, so only averages are available.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

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

| 3840x2160 | High | 106.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 147.9 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 112.4 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 64.1 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 176.9 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 241.5 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 189.3 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 108.9 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 251.2 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 350.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 277.3 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 163.3 |

At 4K, the spread from Low to Ultra is 147.9 to 64.1 fps. At 1440p, the range is 241.5 to 108.9 fps. At 1080p, the range is 350.3 to 163.3 fps. The data shows that the RTX 4090 scales predictably with settings, with the largest relative drop occurring at 4K Ultra. The 1080p Low result of 350.3 fps indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions, while the 4K Ultra result of 64.1 fps highlights the GPU's workload. The absence of min and max values means that frame-time consistency cannot be assessed, but the averages suggest a smooth experience across all tested configurations.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 54th out of 1,705 tested combos, placing it in the upper echelon of Greedfall performance. The CPU holds an 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36,029. Its nearest rivals are within 0.8%: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H scores 36,328 (-0.8%), the Intel Core i5-14500HX scores 35,940 (+0.2%), the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H scores 36,165 (-0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 35,802 (+0.6%). The GPU sits in the 91st percentile with an average score of 66,473, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla T4 (66,733, -0.4%), Tesla P40 (66,127, +0.5%), AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 (67,097, -0.9%), and NVIDIA Quadro P6000 (67,320, -1.3%). These synthetic benchmarks indicate that both components are near the top of their respective fields, and the measured FPS in Greedfall reflects that, with 4K Ultra still exceeding 60 fps. The rank of 54 out of 1,705 means that only 53 other combinations deliver higher average frame rates in this game, proof of the strength of this pairing. The CPU's 8-core, 16-thread design with a 32 MB L3 cache and 89th percentile ensures no bottleneck at lower resolutions, while the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for high-resolution textures. The data confirms that this combo is a top performer in Greedfall, suitable for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming and solid 4K experiences.