Greedfall

# How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1672 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 43rd percentile of all tested system combinations. This is a middling position, but the context matters: Greedfall is a 2019 Action RPG, and this combo's rank reflects a pairing where the CPU is exceptionally strong while the GPU is decidedly mid-range. The CPU sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU lands in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. The combination's rank is pulled down by the GPU, which is the limiting factor in most scenarios. The data shows a system that can handle the game at high settings in 1080p and 1440p comfortably, but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra. For a game released in 2019, the absolute performance is adequate, but the rank indicates that many other combos deliver better Greedfall experiences, particularly at higher resolutions.

# GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip, manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It carries 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1700 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. Memory runs at 2250 MHz, or 18 Gbps effective. The GPU has 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units, along with 28 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s, texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, and it delivers 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

In Greedfall, the GPU's role is decisive. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 167 FPS, which indicates the GPU is not the bottleneck at lower settings — the CPU's strength shows through. However, as settings increase to Ultra at 1080p, frame rates drop to 76 FPS, a 54% reduction from Low. This scaling suggests that Greedfall's Ultra preset is heavy on GPU resources, and the 8 GB VRAM capacity may be a limiting factor. The GPU's 59th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16014, places it near the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (which scores 16129, a 0.7% delta) and slightly above the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15852, a 1% delta). The GPU's nearest rival list shows it is essentially on par with the RTX 3060 Ti, which is a meaningful reference point for expectations in this game.

The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is worth scrutinizing. Greedfall, while not a VRAM-heavy title by modern standards, still demands more at 4K Ultra. The measured FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 31 FPS, which is barely playable. At 4K High, the average is 49 FPS, and at 4K Medium it is 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 62. The step from Medium to High at 4K costs only 5 FPS, but the step from High to Ultra costs 18 FPS. This nonlinear scaling points to VRAM pressure or shader complexity hitting a wall at Ultra. The GPU's 128-bit memory bus and 288 GB/s bandwidth are modest, and in a game like Greedfall, which has dense environments and complex lighting, these limits become apparent at higher resolutions.

# Resolution Scaling

Resolution scaling in Greedfall with this combo reveals a clear GPU-bound pattern at higher resolutions and a CPU-bound pattern at lower resolutions. From 1080p Low (167 FPS) to 1440p Low (116 FPS), the drop is 30.5%. From 1440p Low to 4K Low (69 FPS), the drop is 40.5%. This is a classic GPU-limited curve: as pixel count increases, the GPU becomes the bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the CPU is likely holding the system back from even higher frame rates, given its 91st percentile ranking and 12-core, 24-thread configuration.

At High settings, the scaling is similar: 119 FPS at 1080p, 83 FPS at 1440p (a 30.3% drop), and 49 FPS at 4K (a 41% drop from 1440p). The consistency of these percentages across Low and High settings indicates that the GPU's workload scales predictably with resolution, and the CPU is not introducing variability. At Medium settings, the pattern holds: 131 FPS at 1080p, 91 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K. The 4K Medium result (54 FPS) is actually higher than 4K High (49 FPS), which may seem counterintuitive but reflects the reduced GPU load at Medium settings.

At Ultra settings, the scaling becomes steeper. From 1080p Ultra (76 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (53 FPS), the drop is 30.3%. From 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra (31 FPS), the drop is 41.5%. This suggests that Ultra settings amplify the GPU's limitations at 4K, and the 31 FPS result is well below the 60 FPS target most gamers expect. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for Low or Medium settings if playability is the priority.

The limiting component at 1080p is likely the CPU in Low settings, given that the Ryzen 9 7900X's single-thread performance is strong but not top-tier (3DMark single-thread score of 1093, PassMark single-thread score of 4238). At 4K, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck, as evidenced by the steep frame rate drops. The GPU's 59th percentile ranking and 8 GB VRAM further support this conclusion.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 167 FPS on Low, 131 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 112 and maximum of 151), 119 FPS on High, and 76 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 91 FPS, or 54.5% of the Low result. This indicates that Greedfall's Ultra preset is significantly more demanding than Low, and the GPU is responsible for most of this difference.

At 2560x1440, the results are 116 FPS on Low, 91 FPS on Medium (minimum 77, maximum 105), 83 FPS on High, and 53 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent at roughly 30% across all settings, confirming the GPU-bound nature of the game at this resolution. The 1440p Ultra result of 53 FPS is borderline playable, but it falls short of a smooth 60 FPS experience.

At 3840x2160, the results are 69 FPS on Low, 54 FPS on Medium (minimum 46, maximum 62), 49 FPS on High, and 31 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Low result is the only 4K setting that achieves a comfortable frame rate, while 4K Medium is marginal, and 4K High and Ultra are below 50 FPS. The 31 FPS at 4K Ultra is a poor experience for an action RPG, where combat responsiveness matters.

The Medium settings at each resolution provide the most balanced data, as they include both minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p Medium, the minimum of 112 FPS ensures smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 77 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 46 FPS may cause noticeable stutter in busy areas. These minimum values are crucial for understanding real-world performance, as average FPS can mask frame time spikes.

# FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60 FPS in Greedfall?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 on Medium (average 91 FPS, minimum 77 FPS) and High (average 83 FPS) both comfortably exceed 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, even Ultra (76 FPS) stays above 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low (69 FPS) achieves an average above 60 FPS, while Medium (54 FPS) and High (49 FPS) fall short.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, a delta of -0.7%. This means the RX 9060 is essentially on par with the RTX 3060 Ti, slightly behind but within a negligible margin. In Greedfall, performance should be nearly identical.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K Ultra?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. At 4K Ultra, the combo produces 31 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra it produces 76 FPS. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking and strong multi-thread performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300) suggest it is not the bottleneck at 4K. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are more likely constraints.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low produces 167 FPS and Ultra produces 76 FPS, a difference of 91 FPS or a 54.5% reduction. This demonstrates the significant GPU load increase from the Low to Ultra preset.

Q: Does the combo meet the 60 FPS target at 1440p on all settings?

A: No. At 2560x1440, Low (116 FPS), Medium (91 FPS), and High (83 FPS) all exceed 60 FPS. However, Ultra produces 53 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target. For a consistent 60 FPS experience, High is the highest playable setting at 1440p.

Q: How does the GPU's VRAM capacity affect 4K performance?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. At 4K, the frame rates drop sharply from Low (69 FPS) to Ultra (31 FPS), a 55% reduction. The memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s and 128-bit bus are modest, and the data suggests that 8 GB VRAM is insufficient for Greedfall's Ultra preset at 4K, as evidenced by the steep performance cliff between High (49 FPS) and Ultra (31 FPS).

# CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael), manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a TDP of 170 W. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and ECC support. It has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU uses the AMD Socket AM5 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is less prominent than the GPU's, but it still matters. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53288, places it near the AMD EPYC 7313P (53206, a 0.2% delta) and Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53469, a -0.3% delta). Its nearest rivals are all within 0.6% of its score, indicating that the 7900X is in a tight cluster of high-performance processors. The CPU's multi-threaded performance is strong, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300 and Geekbench multi-core score of 19267. Its single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2016.5 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 1093.

For Greedfall, the CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads are more than sufficient. The game is not heavily threaded, and the CPU's high boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures strong single-thread performance, which is what most games rely on. The data shows that at 1080p Low (167 FPS), the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU has headroom to render more frames. At higher settings and resolutions, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the CPU's performance is less relevant. The CPU's integrated Radeon Graphics are not used in this configuration, as the discrete RX 9060 handles all rendering.

The CPU's memory support for DDR5 and dual-channel configuration provides adequate bandwidth for Greedfall's data streaming needs. The 64 MB of L3 cache helps with game asset access, reducing the need for frequent memory fetches. Overall, the CPU is not a weak link in this combo; it provides ample headroom for the GPU to operate, and its performance is only visible as a constraint at the lowest settings and resolutions.

# Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS experience at 1920x1080, all settings presets are viable, including Ultra (76 FPS). However, to ensure headroom for demanding scenes, High (119 FPS) or Medium (131 FPS) are safer choices, with Medium providing a minimum of 112 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p is playable but leaves little margin for frame drops in combat.

At 2560x1440, the highest playable preset for a 60 FPS target is High (83 FPS average), with Medium (91 FPS) offering even more headroom. Ultra at 1440p (53 FPS) falls below 60 FPS and is not recommended for a smooth experience. For players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, High is the best balance, as it delivers 83 FPS while maintaining the game's graphical fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. Only Low (69 FPS) achieves an average above 60 FPS, while Medium (54 FPS) is borderline and High (49 FPS) and Ultra (31 FPS) are below playable thresholds for most users. For 4K, Low is the only recommended preset for a 60 FPS experience, but players may accept Medium (54 FPS) if they can tolerate occasional dips to 46 FPS. The 4K Ultra preset at 31 FPS is not recommended for action gameplay, as response times would suffer.

The data suggests that the best overall experience is at 2560x1440 on High settings, which provides 83 FPS average with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. This configuration balances visual quality with performance, leveraging the GPU's capabilities without overextending its 8 GB VRAM. For players with 1080p displays, Ultra at 76 FPS is a viable option, but Medium at 131 FPS offers a smoother experience with minimal visual compromise. In all cases, the combo's performance is strongest at lower resolutions and settings, and players should adjust expectations accordingly for 4K.