Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, running on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. It has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a 170 W TDP. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance, scoring 29,300 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 12,536 in 3DMark max threads. Its single-thread performance is also solid, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2,617. The processor places in the 91st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53,288. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P, which scores 53,206 (a 0.2% difference), and the Intel Core i7-14700F, which scores 53,620 (-0.6% difference). For a game like Greedfall, this CPU provides ample headroom, as its high thread count and strong single-core speed ensure that it will rarely be the bottleneck in gameplay scenarios.

The Ryzen 9 7900X’s cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 64 MB of L3 cache. This large L3 pool is beneficial for gaming, as it reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for feeding the GPU in most titles. While the processor’s integrated Radeon Graphics are present, they are not intended for gaming; the discrete GPU handles all rendering duties. In Greedfall, the data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 130 FPS, which clearly indicates that the CPU is not limiting performance at lower resolutions. Even at 4K Ultra, where the frame rate drops to 24 FPS, the bottleneck is overwhelmingly on the GPU side, not the CPU. The 7900X’s 3DMark 16-thread score of 10,972 further confirms its ability to handle the game’s multi-threaded logic without strain.

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

Greedfall is an Action RPG from 2019, and its engine scales reasonably well with multi-core processors but does not require extreme thread counts. The Ryzen 9 7900X’s 12 cores and 24 threads are far beyond what this game needs for smooth operation. Benchmark results indicate that at 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 130 FPS, which is the highest recorded average across all tested configurations. This suggests that the CPU’s boost clock of 5.60 GHz and its Zen 4 architecture provide more than enough single-threaded performance to drive the game’s logic and draw calls. The processor’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,016.5 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,617 are indicative of strong per-core performance, which directly translates to frame rate stability in less-threaded game engines.

At higher resolutions, the CPU’s role diminishes further. The shift from 1080p to 1440p at High settings drops the average FPS from 92 to 64, a 30% reduction that is attributable to the GPU’s workload increasing. Similarly, moving from 1440p High to 4K High reduces FPS from 64 to 38, another 40% drop. These patterns show that the CPU is not the limiting factor; if it were, we would see consistent frame rates across resolutions. The 7900X’s 3DMark 8-thread score of 7,798 and 4-thread score of 4,151 demonstrate that even under lighter thread loads, it maintains high throughput. In practice, the CPU’s 12 cores ensure that background tasks and game threads do not interfere with each other, providing a stable platform. The processor’s percentile rank of 91 versus all CPUs puts it in the top tier, and its nearest rivals show performance differences of less than 1%, meaning that swapping to a similar-tier chip would not materially change Greedfall’s performance.

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

The Intel Arc B570 is a GPU from the Battlemage generation, built on the Xe2-HPG architecture. It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU’s base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, with a memory clock of 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). It has 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. The Arc B570 places in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20,556. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20,534, 0.1% difference) and the Intel Arc A750 (20,582, -0.1% difference). For Greedfall, this GPU is the primary determinant of frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.

The 10 GB VRAM capacity is significant for this game. At 4K Ultra settings, the GPU likely exhausts its memory bandwidth and capacity, resulting in an average of 24 FPS. The 380.0 GB/s bandwidth is the key constraint here; Greedfall’s textures and geometry at 4K demand more data than this bus can efficiently feed. At 1080p, the GPU performs admirably, hitting 92 FPS at High settings and 130 FPS at Low settings. The GPU’s pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s are adequate for 1080p and 1440p workloads. However, at 4K, the fill rate requirements increase exponentially, and the B570’s 80 ROPs become a limiting factor, as evidenced by the steep performance drop.

The GPU’s compute performance, measured at 11.52 TFLOPS FP32, is modest but sufficient for this older title. The Arc B570’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support ensures compatibility with modern rendering features, though Greedfall does not heavily utilize them. The data shows that the GPU is the clear bottleneck at 4K, with the CPU idling at roughly half its potential. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 130 FPS, which is close to the practical limit for the GPU in this scenario. The GPU’s performance in PassMark G3D (14,195) and 3DMark Steel Nomad (2,649) further illustrates its mid-range positioning. For gamers targeting 1080p or 1440p, the B570 provides a playable experience, but 4K requires significant settings compromises.

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

The measured frame rates across resolutions reveal a classic GPU-bound scaling pattern. At 1080p High, the system averages 92 FPS; at 1440p High, it drops to 64 FPS; and at 4K High, it falls to 38 FPS. This represents a 30% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 40% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is consistent when moving from Low to Ultra settings, but the absolute numbers vary. At Low settings, the frame rate goes from 130 FPS at 1080p to 90 FPS at 1440p to 54 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 31% and 40%, respectively, which are nearly identical to the High settings pattern.

This uniformity indicates that the GPU is the sole limiting factor. If the CPU were constraining performance, we would expect the frame rate to plateau or drop less at higher resolutions, as the CPU workload per frame decreases relative to the GPU. Instead, the data shows that every resolution increase results in a proportional FPS decline, which is the hallmark of a GPU-limited scenario. The Ryzen 9 7900X has plenty of headroom, as evidenced by its ability to push 130 FPS at 1080p Low, which is likely near the GPU’s maximum output for that preset. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate plummets to 24 FPS, a 81% reduction from the 1080p Low result. This extreme drop at the highest settings suggests that the GPU’s 10 GB VRAM and 160-bit memory bus are overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum graphical fidelity.

The min and max FPS values at Medium settings provide additional insight. At 1080p Medium, the range is 87 to 117 FPS, with an average of 102 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the range tightens to 60 to 81 FPS, averaging 71 FPS. At 4K Medium, the range is 36 to 48 FPS, averaging 42 FPS. The diminishing returns at 4K are clear, as the GPU struggles to maintain even a 40 FPS average. This data strongly suggests that for a smooth experience, users should target 1080p or 1440p, as 4K is only playable at Low settings (54 FPS) or Medium settings (42 FPS). The CPU’s role in this scaling is negligible, as it does not factor into the frame rate drops.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2,344 out of 2,938 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the bottom 20% of all configurations, which is surprising given the CPU’s high performance. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU’s mid-range capabilities, as the Arc B570 is the limiting factor in most scenarios. The combo’s rank indicates that there are 2,343 other CPU-GPU pairings that achieve higher average frame rates in this game. This is not a reflection of the CPU’s capability, but rather the GPU’s position in the market.

The combo’s low rank is primarily due to the GPU’s 65th percentile standing among all GPUs. In contrast, the CPU is in the 91st percentile, creating a significant imbalance. For Greedfall, which is more GPU-intensive at higher resolutions, this imbalance results in the GPU holding back overall performance. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 130 FPS, which is solid, but many other combos with more powerful GPUs would easily exceed this. The rank of 2,344 suggests that for this game, users would benefit more from a stronger GPU paired with a less powerful CPU, as the CPU is underutilized. However, for other applications or games that are more CPU-bound, this combo would fare much better.

The combo rank is a composite measure that accounts for all tested settings and resolutions. The 2,938 total combos include a wide range of hardware, from budget to enthusiast. The 7900X + B570 pairing sits in the lower tier, which is consistent with the GPU’s performance class. If the goal is to play Greedfall at 1080p or 1440p, this combo is adequate, but it will not top any charts. The rank also implies that there are many alternative GPUs that would pair better with the 7900X for this specific title. The delta between the B570 and its nearest rival, the RTX 3070 Mobile, is only 0.1%, so the GPU’s performance is well-characterized. Ultimately, this rank serves as a warning that the GPU is the weak link in this configuration for Greedfall.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1080p provides the most playable experience, with average FPS ranging from 59 at Ultra settings to 130 at Low settings. At 1440p, the combo averages 41 FPS at Ultra and 90 FPS at Low, which is still acceptable. 4K is only viable at Low (54 FPS) or Medium (42 FPS) settings, as Ultra drops to 24 FPS.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X bottlenecking the Intel Arc B570 in this game?

A: No. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 130 FPS, which is likely near the GPU’s maximum output. The frame rate drops proportionally with resolution increases, which is a clear sign of GPU-bound performance.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to its nearest rival, the Arc A750, in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20,556, which is 0.1% lower than the Arc A750’s score of 20,582. This performance difference is negligible, meaning they are effectively interchangeable in Greedfall.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p Medium, the combo averages 71 FPS with a range of 60 to 81 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, the average drops to 41 FPS. This represents a 42% reduction in average FPS when moving from Medium to Ultra.

Q: Does the Ryzen 9 7900X’s high single-thread score benefit Greedfall?

A: Yes. The CPU’s Geekbench single-core score of 2,617 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,016.5 help ensure that game logic and draw calls are processed efficiently. This is why the system can hit 130 FPS at 1080p Low without CPU-related stutters.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested configurations in Greedfall?

A: The combo ranks 2,344 out of 2,938 tested combinations. This places it in the lower 20% of performance, primarily due to the GPU’s mid-range positioning rather than any CPU deficiency.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, the data suggests that Medium settings at 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo. At this configuration, the system averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS, which is smooth for an Action RPG. The frame rate range of 60 to 81 FPS indicates consistent performance without major dips. If you prefer higher visual fidelity, High settings at 1440p yields 64 FPS, which is still playable, but the 7 FPS loss compared to Medium may not justify the graphical upgrade. At 1080p, Medium settings provide an average of 102 FPS with a minimum of 87 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors, though the visual difference between 1080p and 1440p is noticeable.

For those with 4K displays, the options are limited. Low settings at 4K produces 54 FPS, which is playable but sacrifices significant visual detail. Medium settings at 4K drops to 42 FPS with a minimum of 36 FPS, which may feel stuttery in combat. High and Ultra at 4K are not recommended, as they average 38 FPS and 24 FPS, respectively. The data indicates that the GPU’s 10 GB VRAM and 160-bit memory bus are the primary constraints at 4K. Therefore, the practical ceiling for this combo is 1440p, where it can maintain respectable frame rates across most presets. If you must play at 4K, stick to Low or Medium settings and be prepared for occasional frame rate drops in heavy scenes. The CPU’s performance is never a concern, so all settings adjustments should focus on reducing GPU load.