Greedfall

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents an extreme imbalance in Greedfall, where a top-tier 16-core processor is hamstrung by an integrated-class graphics solution. The measured frame rates reveal a system that is entirely GPU-bound across all tested resolutions and settings, with the CPU’s substantial compute potential left largely untapped. This analysis breaks down the performance data, showing how the Arc B370’s limited throughput dictates the experience regardless of the powerful CPU behind it.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data shows a steep and predictable decline as resolution increases, confirming that the Intel Arc B370 is the sole limiting factor. At 1080p High, the combo averages 54 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 38 FPS, a 30% reduction. At 4K High, the average falls to 22 FPS, which is 59% below the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU that is saturated even at lower resolutions, leaving no headroom for the extra pixel workload.

The trend is consistent across all settings. At Low, the system delivers 76 FPS at 1080p, 53 FPS at 1440p, and 31 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K at Low is 45 FPS, slightly larger than the 32 FPS gap at High settings. This indicates that even when graphical load is minimized, the GPU cannot maintain playable rates at higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra preset yields only 14 FPS, making it effectively unplayable, while 1440p Ultra manages a marginal 24 FPS.

The data suggests that the scaling from 1440p to 4K is more punishing than from 1080p to 1440p. For example, at Medium settings, 1440p averages 41 FPS while 4K averages 25 FPS, a 39% drop. In contrast, the drop from 1080p Medium (60 FPS) to 1440p Medium (41 FPS) is a 32% reduction. This non-linear scaling points to the GPU running out of memory bandwidth or shading resources as pixel count increases, rather than a CPU bottleneck. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is not the constraint here; the Arc B370’s 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and System Shared memory are.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a 16-core, 32-thread processor based on Zen 5 architecture, running at a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. It features a large 128 MB L3 cache and supports PCIe Gen 5. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 42,018 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,259 in single-core, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 and Intel Core Ultra 9 285, both within 0.4% of its average benchmark score.

However, Greedfall’s measured results show that this CPU power is irrelevant to the frame rates achieved. The game’s performance is dictated by the GPU at every resolution. For instance, at 1080p Low, the CPU is capable of far more than 76 FPS, but the Arc B370 cannot push beyond that. The CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic, and in this scenario, it is doing so with ease, never becoming a bottleneck.

The processor’s high single-thread score (2,259 in Cinebench R23) and multi-thread capability (42,018) would allow it to handle any CPU-intensive scenes in Greedfall, such as large crowds or complex physics, without issue. Yet, the benchmark data shows no scenario where the CPU limits performance. Even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is struggling to produce 14 FPS, the CPU is likely idle waiting for the GPU to catch up. The conclusion is unambiguous: the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is overqualified for this pairing, and its 16 cores and 32 threads are never stressed by this title.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2,699 out of 2,938 combos for Greedfall. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, a reflection of the GPU’s poor performance rather than the CPU’s capabilities. The rank is a direct consequence of the Arc B370’s 5th percentile standing among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of just 1,184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

The GPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic tests are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and ATI Radeon HD 5770, both scoring within 0.5% of the Arc B370. These are legacy parts, underscoring how far behind the curve the Arc B370 is. In Greedfall, this translates to frame rates that are competitive with systems from over a decade ago, despite being paired with a modern flagship CPU. The combo rank is dragged down entirely by the GPU; if the same CPU were paired with a mid-range discrete GPU, the rank would be in the top percentile.

This ranking illustrates the importance of balance in a gaming system. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a 95th percentile CPU, while the Arc B370 is a 5th percentile GPU. The resulting combo sits near the bottom because the GPU cannot translate the CPU’s power into playable frame rates. For Greedfall, the data shows that the CPU’s potential is wasted, and the system behaves like a low-end integrated graphics laptop rather than a desktop with a 16-core processor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the combo delivers its best results. Low settings produce an average of 76 FPS, which is smooth for most gameplay. Medium settings yield 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS, providing a consistent experience. High settings drop to 54 FPS, still playable but with less headroom. Ultra settings fall to 35 FPS, which is below the standard for smooth action RPG combat.

At 1440p, performance degrades noticeably. Low settings average 53 FPS, which is acceptable but no longer ideal. Medium settings average 41 FPS with a range of 35 to 48 FPS, showing noticeable dips. High settings average 38 FPS, and Ultra settings plummet to 24 FPS. None of these 1440p results offer a consistently smooth experience, with even Low settings struggling to maintain 60 FPS.

At 4K, the combo is only suitable for static scenes or low-intensity moments. Low settings average 31 FPS, Medium averages 25 FPS with a range of 21 to 28 FPS, High averages 22 FPS, and Ultra averages 14 FPS. These results are unplayable for a real-time action game. The Medium setting’s minimum of 21 FPS indicates severe frame pacing issues, likely due to the GPU’s System Shared memory struggling with the 8.3 million pixels at 4K.

The data shows a clear hierarchy: 1080p Low is the only setting that exceeds 60 FPS on average, and 1080p Medium is the only other setting that hits 60 FPS. Every other configuration falls below 60 FPS, with the majority of 1440p and 4K settings falling below 40 FPS. The Arc B370’s 20 ROPs and 40 TMUs are insufficient for Greedfall’s rendering demands at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated GPU based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel’s 3 nm process. It operates at a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, with 1,280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. Its memory is System Shared, meaning it uses the system’s DDR5 RAM rather than dedicated VRAM, with bandwidth that is System Dependent. This is a critical weakness for a game like Greedfall, which benefits from dedicated graphics memory.

In synthetic testing, the Arc B370 scores 1,184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and AMD Radeon HD 7650M, both of which are over a decade old. The GPU’s 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply too low for modern gaming at 1440p or 4K.

The Greedfall results confirm this. At 1080p Low, the GPU can muster 76 FPS, but this drops to 31 FPS at 4K Low, a 59% reduction. The lack of dedicated VRAM means the GPU must contend with system memory latency and bandwidth, which is likely why frame rates collapse at higher resolutions. The Medium settings at 4K show a minimum of 21 FPS, indicating that the GPU is hitting memory bandwidth limits.

The Arc B370’s 25 W TDP and integrated design are suited for portable devices, not desktop gaming. Its performance in Greedfall is comparable to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which also scores near 1,184 in synthetic tests. This GPU is the sole reason the combo rank is so low; it cannot deliver the frame rates that the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is capable of supporting.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the only viable configuration for a playable experience is at 1080p. The Low preset averages 76 FPS, which is the highest frame rate achieved in any test. This setting should be used for fast-paced combat or exploration where responsiveness is key. The Medium preset averages 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS, providing a more visually detailed experience while staying at the 60 FPS threshold. This is the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo.

The High preset at 1080p averages 54 FPS, which is playable but may exhibit stutter in busy areas. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 35 FPS, making it unsuitable for action sequences. At 1440p, the Low preset is the only option that approaches playability, averaging 53 FPS, but with the risk of drops below 50 FPS. All other 1440p settings are below 41 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience.

At 4K, no preset is recommended for playable frame rates. Even the Low preset at 31 FPS is borderline unplayable for an action RPG, and the Medium preset at 25 FPS with dips to 21 FPS will cause noticeable judder. The Ultra preset at 14 FPS is a slideshow and should be avoided entirely.

The data indicates that users should stick to 1080p with Medium or Low settings. The Medium preset offers the best experience, with 60 FPS average and a minimum of 51 FPS, ensuring that the game remains fluid during combat. For those who prioritize frame rate over visuals, the Low preset at 76 FPS provides a significant margin of safety. There is no scenario where this combo can deliver a satisfactory experience at 1440p or 4K, and the GPU is the definitive bottleneck. Users seeking higher resolutions or settings must upgrade the graphics solution.