Greedfall

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers a mid-pack experience in Greedfall, securing the 1264th position out of 1705 tested combinations. This places the combo in the lower half of the database, indicating that while the hardware is competent for general use, it does not excel in this specific Action RPG title. The sheer number of combinations ranked above it suggests that many alternative pairings offer superior frame rates, particularly those with more powerful GPUs or CPUs with higher thread counts. The data reflects a system that is functional but not optimized for the highest echelons of performance in this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1264 out of 1705 tested configurations demonstrates a performance tier that is clearly below the median for Greedfall. This position is not surprising given the components involved; the i3-12100F is a quad-core processor with 8 threads, a specification that is adequate but not exceptional for modern gaming workloads. In contrast, the GPU, while a capable RDNA 1.0 part, is not a flagship solution. The 72nd percentile for the CPU against all processors and the 68th percentile for the GPU against all graphics cards further contextualize the pairing; both components are above average in a vacuum, yet their combined output in this game lands them in the 1264th spot. The data suggests that Greedfall is sensitive to both CPU and GPU resources, and this pairing does not exploit either component's strengths fully. The gap to the top performers is significant, and users seeking high-refresh-rate 1080p or smooth 4K experiences would need to look at higher-tier hardware.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary driver of visual output in this configuration, and its specifications are directly relevant to the measured frame rates. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory subsystem is sufficient for Greedfall’s textures and assets at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the 8 GB capacity and bandwidth can become a limiting factor, as evidenced by the performance drop at that resolution. The GPU’s clock speeds are notable: a base clock of 1605 MHz, a game clock of 1755 MHz, and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. These clocks allow the GPU to maintain solid performance in less demanding scenes, but the architecture’s 9.754 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is the theoretical ceiling for its shading work. The 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs are all engaged during rendering, and their utilization is reflected in the varying scores across settings presets.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, highlighting the GPU as the primary bottleneck at higher settings. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 108 FPS, which drops to 76.7 FPS at 1440p and further to 43.1 FPS at 4K. This scaling is typical for a mid-range GPU; the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are taxed more heavily at 4K, leading to a substantial reduction in frame rate. Specifically, the transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a ~29% performance hit, while the jump from 1440p to 4K incurs a ~44% hit. This indicates that the RX 5700 XT is reaching its limits as resolution increases, and the CPU’s role becomes less significant. The Low preset shows a similar trend, with 147.3 FPS at 1080p, 102.6 FPS at 1440p, and 64.8 FPS at 4K, reinforcing that the GPU’s compute and memory resources are the constraining factors. The data suggests that for a consistent 60 FPS experience, the optimal resolution is 1440p, where even the Ultra preset maintains 47.3 FPS, albeit below the 60 FPS threshold.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the balance between visual fidelity and frame rate is best achieved at the High preset for most resolutions. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 108 FPS, which is well above the smooth 60 FPS standard and leaves headroom for more demanding scenes. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 71.6 FPS, which is still playable, but the performance cost relative to High is significant (a ~34% drop). At 1440p, the High preset provides 76.7 FPS, which is an excellent result for this resolution and settings level; the Medium preset is slightly lower at 80.7 FPS, but the visual difference between High and Medium is often minimal. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 47.3 FPS, which falls below the ideal threshold for fast-paced action, making it less recommended unless the user prioritizes visuals over smoothness. For 4K gameplay, the measured data shows that only the Low preset (64.8 FPS) achieves a playable frame rate, while High (43.1 FPS) and Medium (51.9 FPS) are below 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is not viable at 31.2 FPS. Therefore, the recommended settings for this combo are High at 1080p or 1440p, with 1440p High offering the best quality-to-performance ratio. For 4K, users should accept Low settings or consider lowering the resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to use with this combo for a smooth experience?

A: The data shows that 1440p with High settings achieves 76.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 108 FPS, but 1440p High offers a better balance of visual detail and performance without the need for lower quality settings.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The resolution scaling data indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor. As resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, the frame rate drops significantly across all settings presets, while the CPU's workload remains relatively constant. The GPU's 8 GB memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are taxed heavily at higher resolutions.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: The measured data shows that 4K gaming is only viable on the Low preset, which achieves 64.8 FPS. The High preset at 4K drops to 43.1 FPS, and the Ultra preset is unplayable at 31.2 FPS. Therefore, 4K is not recommended for this combo unless the user is willing to sacrifice visual quality.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1080p?

A: The Ultra preset at 1080p achieves 71.6 FPS, which is a 34% performance drop compared to the High preset's 108 FPS. The visual improvement from High to Ultra is often marginal in Greedfall, so the High preset is the better choice for maintaining higher frame rates.

Q: What is the combo's overall standing compared to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1264th out of 1705 tested combinations. This places it in the lower half of the database, indicating that many other systems provide better performance in Greedfall, but it is not the absolute worst configuration.

Q: Is the RX 5700 XT's memory configuration sufficient for this game?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gameplay. However, at 4K, the memory capacity and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth become a bottleneck, as seen in the significant frame rate drops at that resolution. The card's 256-bit bus is a standard feature, but it is not enough to sustain high frame rates at 4K.