Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination in Greedfall presents a clear case of a high-end CPU paired with a mid-range GPU, where the final frame rates are dictated heavily by the graphics card and the chosen resolution. The data shows a system that can deliver high refresh rates at 1080p but becomes increasingly GPU-bound as resolution scales up, with the CPU's substantial multi-threading capability remaining largely underutilized outside of lower-resolution scenarios.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. It features a large 64 MB L3 cache, which is beneficial for gaming workloads that rely on fast access to shared data. In the broader benchmark landscape, this CPU sits in the 87th percentile of all processors, indicating strong overall performance. Its average benchmark score of 41376 places it almost exactly on par with its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H (0.3% faster) and the Intel Core i7-14650HX (0.5% slower), showing that it is a balanced, high-tier performer in synthetic tests.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is most evident when the graphical load is light. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 191 FPS, a figure that is far above what the GPU alone would typically produce, suggesting that the Ryzen 9 5900X is providing ample headroom for the game's logic and draw calls. The processor's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores, such as the 3DMark single-thread score of 941 and the PassMark multi-thread score of 39002, support this, as they indicate the CPU can handle both the primary game thread and background tasks without becoming a bottleneck. However, the data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios; the GPU is. The 12-core design is a powerful asset, but Greedfall does not appear to be a title that scales perfectly with this many threads, meaning the Ryzen 9 5900X's performance is more about ensuring consistent, high minimum frame rates than about pushing the average FPS to extremes.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is the primary driver of performance in this configuration. It is based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture and features a 16 GB GDDR6 memory pool on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. Its boost clock is rated at 2459 MHz, with a game clock of 2041 MHz. This GPU sits in the 58th percentile of all graphics cards, which is a more modest position than the CPU's 87th percentile, indicating a clear performance disparity between the two components. The GPU's average benchmark score of 15852 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon R9 370X (0.1% slower) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (1.7% faster), confirming its position as a solid mid-range option.

In Greedfall, the GPU's influence is dominant. The 16 GB of VRAM is a significant advantage, ensuring that even at 4K with High settings, the game does not run into memory capacity limits. The performance scaling from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution shows a consistent pattern of the GPU being the main constraint. At 1080p, the GPU can push frame rates from 191 FPS on Low down to 87 FPS on Ultra, a drop of over 54%, which is entirely attributable to the increased shading and texture work demanded of the RX 7700. The GPU's compute capabilities, reflected in its PassMark G3D score of 20974, are sufficient to handle the game's rendering, but the data suggests that the RX 7700 is the component that determines the playable ceiling for this combination, especially at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a textbook example of GPU-bound scaling. When moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, and then to 3840x2160, the average frame rates drop in a manner consistent with the increasing pixel count, which places a heavier load on the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 136 at 1080p to 94 at 1440p, a 31% reduction, and then further to 56 at 4K, a 59% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline is not characteristic of a CPU-bound scenario, where the frame rate would remain relatively flat across resolutions.

The pattern is even more pronounced at Ultra settings. The average FPS falls from 87 at 1080p to 60 at 1440p, and finally to 36 at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is particularly telling, as it shows the RX 7700 struggling to maintain playable frame rates when pushed to its limits. This data indicates that the Ryzen 9 5900X is more than capable of feeding the GPU with data, as the frame rate scales almost perfectly with the resolution's pixel count. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller performance gap between 1080p and 1440p, but the consistent drops confirm that the GPU is the limiting component in almost all measured scenarios. The only exception is the 1080p Low setting, where the CPU's headroom allows the GPU to run at its maximum potential, producing a very high 191 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following table details the exact average FPS figures recorded for each resolution and settings preset in Greedfall:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | :------ |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 191 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 150 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 136 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 87 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 132 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 104 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 94 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 60 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 79 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 62 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 56 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 36 |

At 1080p, the system is highly capable, with even the High preset delivering 136 FPS, which is well above the 120 FPS threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset offers a substantial jump to 150 FPS, and Low reaches 191 FPS, indicating that the CPU is not a limiting factor. The Ultra preset, at 87 FPS, is still playable but represents a significant performance hit for the extra graphical fidelity.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates become more moderate. The Low preset delivers 132 FPS, which is still excellent, but the High preset drops to 94 FPS, which is a solid experience for most players. The Medium preset offers a balanced 104 FPS, while the Ultra preset falls to 60 FPS, which is right at the edge of what many consider to be the minimum for a smooth experience.

At 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The Low preset achieves 79 FPS, which is acceptable, but the High preset drops to 56 FPS, and the Medium preset to 62 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 36 FPS, is not suitable for smooth, competitive gameplay and is best avoided for action-oriented sequences. The data shows that for a consistent 60 FPS experience at 4K, users will need to stick to Low or Medium settings.

FAQ

*Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 7700 in Greedfall?*

A: No, the data indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor. The frame rates scale significantly with resolution and settings, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's high benchmark scores, such as its 87th percentile ranking, show it has ample headroom, and the 1080p Low result of 191 FPS confirms it can push the GPU to its maximum potential.

*Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 4K in Greedfall?*

A: Yes, but only with the right settings. The measured results show 62 FPS on Medium and 56 FPS on High at 3840x2160. To consistently stay above 60 FPS, the Medium preset is the safest choice, as the High preset is slightly below the target.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 60 FPS target at 1440p?

A: For a solid 60 FPS experience at 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers exactly 60 FPS. However, for a more comfortable margin, the High preset at 94 FPS provides a much smoother experience with only a slight reduction in visual quality.

Q: How does the RX 7700 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 7700 has an average benchmark score of 15852. It is essentially tied with the AMD Radeon R9 370X, which is 0.1% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, which is 1.1% slower. It is slightly behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which is 1.7% faster.

Q: Does the game use the full 16 GB of VRAM on the RX 7700 at these settings?

A: The data does not include VRAM usage metrics. However, the fact that the GPU performs consistently across all presets without any signs of texture pop-in or stuttering suggests that the 16 GB memory pool is sufficient for Greedfall at all measured resolutions and settings.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 87 at 1920x1080 to 36 at 3840x2160. This is a reduction of 51 FPS, or about 59%, which highlights the immense graphical load that 4K rendering places on the GPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends entirely on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset is the best choice, delivering 136 FPS, which is well above the standard 60 FPS target and provides a smooth, responsive experience with excellent visual detail. Those seeking maximum performance can drop to Medium for 150 FPS, but the visual gain from High is generally worth the 14 FPS cost.

At 1440p, the High preset is again the recommended choice, providing 94 FPS, which is a comfortable margin above 60 FPS and allows for high-refresh-rate gaming on monitors up to 144Hz. The Ultra preset, while hitting exactly 60 FPS, is a risky choice as any minor dip in performance could push it below the threshold. The Medium preset, at 104 FPS, is a good alternative if you prefer a higher frame rate over the extra visual fidelity of High.

For 4K gaming, the situation is more constrained. The Medium preset is the best option for a playable experience, achieving 62 FPS on average. The High preset falls to 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may result in noticeable stutter. The Low preset can reach 79 FPS, but the visual sacrifice is significant. Therefore, for a balanced experience at 4K that maintains a smooth frame rate, the Medium preset is the clear winner. The Ultra preset, at 36 FPS, is not recommended for this configuration.