Greedfall

Greedfall is an Action RPG that responds strongly to both CPU and GPU resources, and the pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER produces a balanced but ultimately GPU-limited experience at higher resolutions. The benchmark data shows this combo ranks in the 62nd percentile (rank 1057 out of 1705 tested combos), which indicates a solid mid-to-upper-tier setup that delivers smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maxed-out settings.

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. This high-core-count CPU with strong single-thread performance is well-suited for Greedfall, which is an open-world RPG that benefits from fast core-to-core communication and high IPC. The processor's 64 MB of L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed game data close to the cores, reducing latency.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5900X demonstrates its capability: it scores 33150 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4680 in single-core, while 3DMark results show 9075 in the 16-thread test and 10075 in the max-threads test. These figures indicate that the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU in most gaming scenarios. However, the measured FPS data in Greedfall reveals that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the frame rate drops significantly when moving from 1080p to 4K, which points to GPU limitations.

The CPU's single-thread score of 941 in 3DMark and 1965 in Cinebench R20 single-core suggests it can handle the game's AI and physics calculations without issue. With a percentile ranking of 90 against all CPUs, the 5900X sits well above the average processor, and its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700, scores 39857 on average, a mere 1% difference. This means the 5900X provides consistent, high-level performance that does not constrain the RTX 2070 SUPER in most settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Ryzen 9 5900X and RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a rank of 1057 out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all system pairings. This is a respectable position, indicating that the setup outperforms the majority of tested configurations, but it is not at the top tier. The ranking suggests that while the CPU is powerful (90th percentile), the GPU holds the combo back, as the RTX 2070 SUPER ranks in the 65th percentile among all GPUs.

Compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18169 in Passmark G3D, which is within 2.5% of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (score 21670) and 2.3% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (score 22729). This means the combo's overall rank is driven more by the GPU's mid-range standing than the CPU's high-end capabilities. In practical terms, the 1057th rank translates to a system that can handle the game smoothly at lower resolutions but will require compromises at 4K, particularly on Ultra settings where the average FPS drops to 29.5.

The data shows that the combo sits in a sweet spot for 1440p gaming, where it delivers playable frame rates across most settings, but it is not optimized for 4K Ultra. The rank also reflects the balance of the pairing: the CPU is not the limiting factor, as evidenced by the fact that the same GPU with a weaker CPU would likely score lower, but the GPU's performance ceiling caps the system's overall potential.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 118 FPS, which drops to 85.7 FPS at 1440p and further to 49.8 FPS at 4K. This represents a 28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 58% drop from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

At 1080p Low settings, the system reaches 165.4 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is capable of pushing well over 150 FPS in this game, but the GPU's workload increases significantly with resolution. The scaling from 1080p Low to 4K Low shows a drop from 165.4 to 67 FPS, a 59% reduction, which is consistent with the GPU being the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the 4K Low performance would be closer to the 1080p Low number, as lower settings reduce GPU load but not CPU load.

The data strongly indicates that the Ryzen 9 5900X has sufficient headroom to support higher frame rates, but the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth struggle to maintain performance at 4K. The 4K Ultra setting shows the most severe drop, with an average of 29.5 FPS, which is a 61% reduction from 1080p Ultra's 75.1 FPS. This pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where the graphics card's processing power and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed by the pixel count.

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

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent frame rates: Low settings yield 165.4 FPS, Medium produces 132.8 FPS, High achieves 118 FPS, and Ultra drops to 75.1 FPS. These numbers show that 1080p is well within the system's comfort zone, with even Ultra settings maintaining a smooth 75 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance is still strong but noticeably lower. Low settings average 114.6 FPS, Medium drops to 90.1 FPS, High falls to 85.7 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 51.3 FPS. The 1440p results indicate that the system can handle high refresh rate gaming on lower settings, but Ultra settings will require a capable G-Sync or FreeSync monitor to smooth out the 51 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low settings average 67 FPS, Medium drops to 55.9 FPS, High falls to 49.8 FPS, and Ultra averages just 29.5 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for playability, making this setting combination impractical for most users. The data shows a consistent pattern: each settings tier reduces FPS by roughly 15-20% at 1080p, 10-15% at 1440p, and 10-15% at 4K, but the absolute numbers at 4K are too low for a smooth experience.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combo in Greedfall?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, with High settings averaging 85.7 FPS and Medium at 90.1 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system exceeds 118 FPS on High, but 1440p offers a sharper image while remaining well above 60 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K Ultra settings in Greedfall?

A: No, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 29.5, which is below the 30 FPS minimum for smooth gameplay. Even at 4K High, the average is 49.8 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall GPU score?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18169 in Passmark G3D, which is 2.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (score 21670) and 0.9% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z (score 22006). It is 2.3% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (score 22729).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1080p with Low settings?

A: At 1080p Low, the system achieves 165.4 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited since the GPU has less work to do. The Ryzen 9 5900X's single-thread score of 4680 in Cinebench R23 indicates it can sustain high frame rates, but the GPU's processing power becomes the constraint as resolution increases.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings average 90.1 FPS, while High settings average 85.7 FPS, a difference of only 4.4 FPS. This suggests that the visual upgrade from Medium to High is relatively inexpensive in terms of performance.

Q: How does the combo's rank in Greedfall compare to its CPU and GPU percentiles?

A: The combo ranks 1057 out of 1705 (62nd percentile), while the CPU ranks in the 90th percentile and the GPU in the 65th percentile. This indicates that the GPU's lower percentile drags down the overall combo rank, confirming the GPU is the limiting component.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the recommended preset depends on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High settings preset provides the best experience, delivering 118 FPS with excellent visual quality. Ultra settings at 1080p drop to 75.1 FPS, which is still smooth, but the 36% performance cost over High may not justify the marginal visual improvement.

For 2560x1440, the Medium settings preset is the optimal choice, offering 90.1 FPS with a good balance of quality and performance. High settings at 1440p yield 85.7 FPS, which is nearly identical, so users with variable refresh rate monitors could choose High for slightly better visuals without sacrificing smoothness. Ultra at 1440p drops to 51.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and should be avoided unless the user prioritizes image quality over frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the Low settings preset is the only viable option for a playable experience, averaging 67 FPS. Medium drops to 55.9 FPS, which is borderline, and High falls to 49.8 FPS. Ultra at 4K is not recommended, as the 29.5 FPS average falls below the playability threshold. For most users, the data suggests that 1440p with High settings offers the best overall experience, as it balances the 85.7 FPS average with significantly better image quality than 1080p.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is based on the Turing architecture with the TU104 chip, featuring 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It has 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, which provides hardware acceleration for ray tracing and DLSS, though Greedfall does not heavily utilize these features. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for Greedfall at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra setting likely pushes against this limit, contributing to the low 29.5 FPS average. The GPU's pixel rate of 113.3 GPixel/s and texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s are mid-range figures, which align with its 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs. In Passmark benchmarks, the RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18169 in G3D and 7557 in GPU compute, with a DirectX 12 score of 67, which indicates adequate but not exceptional DirectX 12 performance.

The GPU's memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are key factors in the resolution scaling observed. At 1080p, the memory bandwidth is sufficient to feed the shading units, but at 4K, the increased pixel count demands more memory throughput, causing the frame rate to drop sharply. The RTX 2070 SUPER's 12 nm process node and 215 W TDP are higher than newer GPUs, but the performance data shows it remains a capable card for 1440p gaming, as evidenced by the 85.7 FPS average at 1440p High settings. The GPU's overall benchmark score of 22206 and ranking in the 65th percentile confirm that it is a solid mid-range option, but it cannot compete with higher-tier cards at 4K resolutions.