Greedfall

Greedfall is an Action RPG that stresses both the CPU and GPU, and this particular pairing of an Intel Core i3-12100F with an Intel Arc B370 produces a very specific bottleneck profile. The i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread Alder Lake processor with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, featuring a 12 MB shared L3 cache. The Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture with 1280 shading units and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, but its memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which is a critical factor for a game like Greedfall that relies heavily on texture streaming. The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-limited in almost every scenario, but the CPU's 4-core/8-thread configuration is just enough to avoid becoming the primary constraint at lower resolutions. This is not a combo that will deliver high-refresh gaming at 1080p, but it can produce a playable experience at medium settings if you are willing to accept the limitations of the integrated GPU.

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

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a quad-core processor with 8 threads, which is the baseline for modern gaming. In the 3dmark multi-threaded tests, it scores 4026 with 8 threads and 4023 with max threads, indicating that it scales well up to its physical core count but gains nothing beyond that. The single-thread score is 893, which is strong for a budget chip, and this matters because Greedfall's game logic and draw calls are often tied to single-core performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11860 and single-core score of 1674 confirm that the CPU has solid raw throughput for its class, but the key takeaway is that this processor is not the limiting factor in most of the measured FPS rows.

Look at the 1080p Low setting: the combo hits 76 FPS average. That is a scenario where the CPU has to feed frames as fast as the GPU can render them, and 76 FPS is a reasonable ceiling for a 4-core chip in a 2019 Action RPG. However, when you move to 1080p Ultra, the average drops to 35 FPS. That is not a CPU limitation; it is the Arc B370 struggling with the increased geometric complexity and shader work. The CPU's 4 cores are sufficient to handle Greedfall's AI routines and physics at 1080p, as evidenced by the fact that the FPS scales almost purely with GPU settings. The processor's 4.30 GHz boost clock helps keep frame times consistent, but the data suggests that even at 1440p, the CPU is not the bottleneck, the GPU is. The i3-12100F's percentile rank of 68th among all CPUs means it is a mid-pack performer, but in this specific game, its 4 cores are adequate because Greedfall is not a heavily threaded title.

What is interesting is that the CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-9500 (deltaPct 0.3) and the Intel Core 5 120UL (deltaPct -0.7), which are all within 1.1% of its average benchmark score. This tells us that the i3-12100F is punching at the level of older 6-core parts in synthetic tests, and that translates to Greedfall being CPU-adequate. The 58W TDP and 163 mm² die size are irrelevant to gaming performance, but the 10nm process node and Alder Lake architecture ensure that the chip does not throttle under sustained loads. In practical terms, the CPU is a capable partner for the Arc B370, but it cannot rescue the GPU from its own limitations at higher settings.

How This Combo Ranks, use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2699 out of 2938 tested combos in Greedfall. That puts it in the bottom 8.1% of all systems tested, which is a stark indicator of how weak the integrated GPU is in this specific title. A rank of 2699 out of 2938 means that over 91% of the tested configurations deliver better performance in Greedfall, and this is primarily due to the Arc B370's 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score is just 1184 in 3dmark Steel Nomad, and its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (deltaPct -0.2) and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (deltaPct -0.5). Those are legacy parts from over a decade ago, and being within 0.5% of them in synthetic tests is not a good sign for a 2026 GPU.

The combo rank is not a reflection of the CPU's capability, but rather the GPU's absolute performance ceiling. The i3-12100F is a 68th percentile CPU, but it is paired with a 5th percentile GPU, and the combo rank of 2699 reflects that mismatch. In the context of Greedfall, this means that the system will struggle to maintain playable framerates at any resolution above 1080p with medium settings. The data shows that the combo is ranked just above the bottom 8% of all tested systems, which is a clear signal that this is not a gaming platform for this title. The CPU is doing its job, but the GPU is holding the entire system back, and no amount of CPU headroom can compensate for a GPU that is fundamentally outclassed by the game's rendering requirements.

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

The resolution scaling data is revealing. At 1080p Low, the combo averages 76 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 53 FPS, a 30.3% decrease. At 4K Low, it falls to 31 FPS, a 59.2% decrease from the 1080p baseline. This steep drop-off across resolutions is the classic signature of a GPU-bound system. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would remain relatively flat as resolution increases because the CPU workload stays constant. Instead, the FPS scales inversely with pixel count, which means the Arc B370's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints. The GPU's memory is "System Shared" with a bandwidth of "System Dependent," which is a major handicap at higher resolutions where the GPU needs to access more texture data.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low (76 FPS) and Ultra (35 FPS) is 41 FPS. At 4K, the difference between Low (31 FPS) and Ultra (14 FPS) is only 17 FPS. This compression at 4K indicates that the GPU is so overwhelmed by the pixel count that settings changes have diminishing returns. The 4K Ultra result of 14 FPS is essentially unplayable, and even 4K Low at 31 FPS is a stuttery mess. The data suggests that the limiting component is unequivocally the GPU, and the CPU is not the bottleneck at any resolution. The i3-12100F is capable of pushing more frames than the Arc B370 can render, as evidenced by the 1080p Low result of 76 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's practical limit for this game.

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

Here is the complete FPS data for the Intel Core i3-12100F + Intel Arc B370 in Greedfall:

1080p (1920x1080):

• Low: 76 FPS average
• Medium: 60 FPS average (min 51, max 69)
• High: 54 FPS average
• Ultra: 35 FPS average

1440p (2560x1440):

• Low: 53 FPS average
• Medium: 41 FPS average (min 35, max 48)
• High: 38 FPS average
• Ultra: 24 FPS average

4K (3840x2160):

• Low: 31 FPS average
• Medium: 25 FPS average (min 21, max 28)
• High: 22 FPS average
• Ultra: 14 FPS average

The 1080p Low result of 76 FPS is the only setting that approaches a smooth experience, and even that is not ideal for a fast-paced Action RPG. The 1080p Medium result of 60 FPS is playable but the minimum of 51 FPS indicates occasional drops that could be noticeable during combat. The 1440p results are all below 60 FPS, with even Low settings at 53 FPS being a marginal experience. The 4K results are all below 32 FPS, making them unsuitable for actual gameplay. The min and max FPS data for Medium settings shows that the frame pacing is relatively consistent, but the overall averages are too low for a game that requires responsive controls.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Greedfall at 1080p?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings where it averages 76 FPS. Medium settings drop to 60 FPS, High to 54 FPS, and Ultra to 35 FPS, so you will need to compromise heavily on visual quality to get a smooth experience.

Q: Is the Intel Core i3-12100F or the Intel Arc B370 the bottleneck?

A: The GPU is the bottleneck. The FPS scales dramatically with resolution and settings, which is a GPU-bound signature. The CPU's 4 cores are adequate for this game, as shown by the 76 FPS at 1080p Low.

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

A: 1080p is the only viable resolution. At 1440p, even Low settings only reach 53 FPS, and at 4K, all settings are below 32 FPS, which is not playable.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems?

A: It ranks 2699 out of 2938 combos, placing it in the bottom 8.1% of all tested configurations. This is due to the GPU's weak performance, which ranks in the 5th percentile among all GPUs.

Q: Is the i3-12100F a good match for the Arc B370?

A: In synthetic benchmarks, the i3-12100F scores 13494 on average, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-9500 (13452, deltaPct 0.3). The CPU is not the issue; the GPU's 1184 average 3dmark score is what holds the system back.

Q: What settings should I use for the best experience?

A: 1080p Low is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience with an average of 76 FPS. If you want higher visual quality, 1080p Medium at 60 FPS is the next best option, but you will experience occasional drops to 51 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

The data is clear: the best experience for this combo in Greedfall is at 1080p with Low settings, which delivers a 76 FPS average. This is the only measured configuration that exceeds the 60 FPS threshold, and it does so with enough headroom to avoid noticeable stutters. If you are willing to accept a less consistent experience, 1080p Medium at 60 FPS is the next step up, but the minimum of 51 FPS means you will see drops during intense scenes. The High preset at 1080p drops to 54 FPS, which is borderline, and Ultra at 35 FPS is not recommended for actual gameplay.

At 1440p, the situation is worse. Low settings at 53 FPS is the only option that approaches playability, but the frame rate is not stable enough for a game that requires precise timing. The 4K results are all below 32 FPS, and 4K Ultra at 14 FPS is a slideshow. The recommendation is to stick with 1080p Low for the smoothest experience, or 1080p Medium if you prioritize visual fidelity over frame consistency. The Arc B370 is simply not powerful enough to handle higher resolutions or settings in this game, and the CPU's strong single-thread performance cannot overcome the GPU's fundamental limitations. This is a case where lowering expectations to the minimum settings is the only path to a playable framerate.