Greedfall

# How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER places 223rd out of 2,938 tested combos in Greedfall, putting it in the top 7.6% of all configurations. This is a strong result for a 2019 Action RPG, indicating that this pairing is far more capable than the game demands at most settings. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU's 8-core/16-thread Zen 5 architecture and the GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory, both of which contribute to the high frame rates observed across the measured rows. The combo's position in the 223rd spot suggests that while there are faster combinations, the vast majority of systems will perform worse, making this a top-tier setup for Greedfall specifically.

The CPU itself sits in the 92nd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 58,386. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i9-14900 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 (0.7% behind). These margins are tight, meaning the 9850X3D is competitive with high-end server and desktop parts, though it is not the absolute fastest. In Greedfall, where the engine is not heavily threaded, the CPU's strong single-core performance—evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,228—helps maintain high minimums, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed.

The GPU, meanwhile, ranks in the 86th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54,209. Its closest rival is the standard RTX 4080, which scores 0.1% higher, followed by the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (1.1% behind) and the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (2.7% behind). The RTX 4080 SUPER is essentially a slightly refreshed version of the RTX 4080, and the data reflects that near-identical performance. In Greedfall, this means the GPU is more than adequate for 4K Ultra, though the 59 FPS average at that setting shows the limits of the game's optimization rather than the hardware's capability.

GPU Role

The RTX 4080 SUPER brings 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This is crucial for Greedfall at high resolutions, as the game's open-world environments and texture-heavy assets can consume significant VRAM. The 16 GB capacity ensures that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU does not run out of memory, which would otherwise cause stuttering or texture pop-in. The memory clock runs at 1438 MHz, translating to 23 Gbps effective, which is standard for the 40-series and sufficient for this title.

The GPU's compute capabilities are robust: 10,240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2550 MHz. This translates to 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is overkill for Greedfall, a game that launched in 2019 and does not use the latest ray tracing or DLSS features heavily. The 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are present but are not fully utilized by this title, as Greedfall relies on traditional rasterization. The pixel rate of 285.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s mean the GPU can fill frames quickly, which is reflected in the high FPS numbers at 1080p and 1440p.

In the measured data, the GPU's role becomes evident when comparing settings at the same resolution. At 4K High, the average FPS is 93, but dropping to Low yields 131 FPS—a 38 FPS jump. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as reducing graphical load directly increases performance. However, at 1080p, the difference between Low (316 FPS) and High (225 FPS) is 91 FPS, suggesting that the CPU begins to play a larger role in limiting frame rates at lower resolutions, though the GPU still has headroom. The 16 GB memory and high bandwidth ensure that texture streaming and draw calls are handled without issue, making this GPU a solid match for the CPU in this game.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals how the workload shifts between CPU and GPU. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 316 at 1080p to 219 at 1440p and then to 131 at 4K. This is a 58.5% drop from 1080p to 4K, which is significant but expected for a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's role is minimal at Low settings because the graphical load is light, so the RTX 4080 SUPER is the limiting factor. The 8-core, 16-thread CPU with a 5.6 GHz boost clock ensures that even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would normally be the bottleneck in other games, the frame rate reaches 316 FPS—far above any monitor's refresh rate.

At High settings, the scaling is different: 225 FPS at 1080p, 156 FPS at 1440p, and 93 FPS at 4K. This represents a 30.7% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 40.4% drop from 1440p to 4K. The larger relative drop from 1440p to 4K indicates that the GPU is becoming more stressed as resolution increases, but the CPU is still keeping up. The fact that 1080p High does not hit the same 300+ FPS as Low suggests that the game's engine is adding CPU overhead with higher settings, but the 9850X3D handles it well.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 144 FPS at 1080p, 100 FPS at 1440p, and 59 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is the only row below 60 FPS, and it is a 30.6% drop from 1440p. This is where the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, as the game's maximum settings push the RTX 4080 SUPER to its limits. Interestingly, the CPU is not the limiting factor even at 1080p Ultra, as the 144 FPS average is still high. The data suggests that Greedfall is well-optimized for this hardware combination, with the GPU being the primary constraint at 4K and the CPU having enough headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck at any resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the best experience is achieved at High settings for most users. At 1080p High, the average FPS is 225, which is smooth on any high-refresh-rate monitor. At 1440p High, the average drops to 156 FPS, still excellent for competitive or immersive play. Even at 4K High, the 93 FPS average is above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a great balance between visual fidelity and performance. High settings in Greedfall likely include enhanced textures and shadows without the most demanding effects, making it the sweet spot for this combo.

Medium settings offer a slight performance boost at the cost of visual quality. At 1080p Medium, the average is 248 FPS (with a minimum of 211 and maximum of 285), which is 23 FPS higher than High. At 1440p Medium, the average is 172 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it is 103 FPS. This preset is ideal for users who prioritize frame rate over graphics, especially at 4K where the 103 FPS average is more comfortable than the 59 FPS at Ultra. The minimum FPS at Medium (87 at 4K, 146 at 1440p, 211 at 1080p) ensures no noticeable stutter.

Ultra settings are only recommended for 1080p or 1440p displays. At 1080p Ultra, the 144 FPS average is still smooth, and at 1440p Ultra, the 100 FPS average is playable. However, at 4K Ultra, the 59 FPS average is borderline, and the lack of a minimum FPS value in the data suggests potential dips below that threshold. Low settings are unnecessary for this hardware, as even at 4K Low, the 131 FPS average is more than sufficient, but the visual downgrade is severe. For most users, High is the recommended preset, with Medium as a fallback for 4K users who want extra headroom.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured rows show a clear progression across settings. Low settings produce an average of 316 FPS, which is the highest recorded in the entire dataset. Medium settings drop to 248 FPS, with a minimum of 211 and maximum of 285, indicating a stable performance window. High settings average 225 FPS, and Ultra settings average 144 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 172 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution, and the CPU is not limiting performance even at the highest settings.

At 2560x1440, the numbers scale down proportionally. Low settings average 219 FPS, Medium averages 172 FPS (minimum 146, maximum 198), High averages 156 FPS, and Ultra averages 100 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, with an average reduction of about 30%. The Medium preset at 1440p provides a minimum of 146 FPS, which is still above 144 Hz, making it suitable for high-refresh displays. Ultra at 1440p is the first setting to drop below 120 FPS, but the 100 FPS average is still smooth on most monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily taxed. Low settings average 131 FPS, Medium averages 103 FPS (minimum 87, maximum 118), High averages 93 FPS, and Ultra averages 59 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 72 FPS, which is a 54.9% reduction. This is where the RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are put to the test, and the results show that 4K Ultra is the only configuration that dips below 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K offers a minimum of 87 FPS, making it the safest choice for 4K gaming, as it provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: Yes, at High settings the average FPS is 93, and at Medium it is 103. However, Ultra settings average 59 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS target, so Medium or High is recommended for 4K.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER's average benchmark score is 54,209, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 4080's 54,247. This means the two GPUs perform nearly identically, so users should not expect a significant difference in Greedfall.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: High settings provide an average of 156 FPS, which is ideal for 1440p. Ultra settings drop to 100 FPS, still playable, but High offers the best balance of visual quality and frame rate.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: No. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 316, and at Ultra it is 144. The CPU's 5.6 GHz boost clock and 96 MB of L3 cache ensure it can feed the GPU fast enough, as evidenced by the high frame rates across all settings.

Q: Will the 16 GB VRAM be sufficient for Greedfall at 4K?

A: Yes. The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with 736.3 GB/s bandwidth, which is more than enough for this 2019 title. The data shows no memory-related stutters, as the minimum FPS at 4K Medium is 87.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 223rd out of 2,938 combos, placing it in the top 7.6% of all configurations tested. This is a strong result, indicating the combo is well-suited for Greedfall.