Greedfall

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 lands at rank 77 out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it firmly in the top 5% of all configurations benchmarked for this title. That ranking is impressive given the modest quad-core processor at the heart of the system, and it underscores how heavily Greedfall's performance scales with GPU throughput rather than raw CPU muscle.

The RTX 5080 sits in the 89th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 59188. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing include the Intel Arc A570M, which trails by 1.6%, and the Intel Arc Pro A60, which leads by 1.9%. Those margins are tight, but the 5080's real-world advantage in Greedfall becomes apparent when examining the measured frame rates across resolutions and settings.

On the CPU side, the i3-12100F holds the 72nd percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 13516. Its closest competitors are tightly clustered: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is just 0.1% behind, the Intel Core i7-1250U is 0.4% ahead, and the Intel Core i3-10105 leads by 0.6%. Despite being a 4-core part, the i3-12100F's strong single-thread performance — a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1681 — ensures it doesn't bottleneck the RTX 5080 in this action RPG.

The rank of 77 out of 1705 is notable because it shows that even a budget-oriented CPU can complement a flagship GPU effectively in Greedfall. The data indicates the game is not heavily multi-threaded; the i3-12100F's 3DMark scores show a single-thread result of 893, while its max-thread score of 4023 is only slightly higher, suggesting diminishing returns beyond four threads in this workload.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant performance driver in this configuration, and its specifications explain why Greedfall runs so fluidly. The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth. That memory capacity and bandwidth are more than sufficient for Greedfall's world, which was released in 2019 and doesn't demand the massive texture pools of newer titles.

Clock speeds are equally impressive: the GPU runs at a base of 2295 MHz and boosts to 2617 MHz, with memory clocked at 1875 MHz (30 Gbps effective). The Blackwell 2.0 architecture, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC, packs 45,600 million transistors into a 378 mm² die. With 10752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units, the 5080 has ample raw compute headroom.

The FP32 throughput of 56.28 TFLOPS and a pixel rate of 293.1 GPixel/s indicate that the GPU can push pixels far faster than the i3-12100F can feed it draw calls. This is reflected in the measured FPS data: at 1080p Low settings, the combo hits 336.2 FPS average, which is almost certainly CPU-limited rather than GPU-limited. The RTX 5080's texture rate of 879.3 GTexel/s and ray tracing capabilities (84 RT cores) are far beyond what Greedfall requires, but they ensure that even at Ultra settings and 4K resolution, the game remains playable.

The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 36565 places it in the 89th percentile, and its nearest rival, the Intel Arc Pro A60, is only 1.9% ahead in synthetic benchmarks. However, in Greedfall specifically, the 5080's advantage manifests in the measured FPS deltas between quality presets, which we'll explore in the breakdown below.

# FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-12100F bottleneck the RTX 5080 in Greedfall?

A: At 1080p Low settings, the combo averages 336.2 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's maximum frame delivery capability. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 60.8 FPS, indicating the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The data suggests a partial CPU bottleneck at lower settings, but not one that prevents excellent playability.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5080's average benchmark score of 59188 is 1.6% higher than the Intel Arc A570M and 2.5% higher than the Intel Arc A580. However, the Intel Arc Pro A60 leads by 1.9%, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500X trails by 2.6%.

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

A: At 2560x1440 High settings, the combo averages 167.8 FPS, which provides a smooth high-refresh experience. At 3840x2160 High, the average drops to 96.4 FPS, still playable but less fluid. For competitive frame rates, 1920x1080 High delivers 242.8 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings yield 233.4 FPS, Medium drops to 187 FPS, High yields 167.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 107.8 FPS. That represents a 53.8% reduction from Low to Ultra, showing the significant cost of the highest quality preset.

Q: Is the i3-12100F competitive with other CPUs in its price class?

A: The i3-12100F's average benchmark score of 13516 places it within 0.6% of the Intel Core i3-10105 and 1.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-7700K. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, is just 0.1% behind despite being a much higher-end part.

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 3840x2160 High, the average FPS is 96.4, which is smooth. At Ultra, it drops to 60.8 FPS, which is still playable but shows that the highest settings at 4K push the system hard.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Greedfall with the i3-12100F and RTX 5080 reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional performance: Low settings average 336.2 FPS, Medium hits 265.9 FPS, High reaches 242.8 FPS, and Ultra still manages 153.6 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 182.6 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding preset leaves substantial headroom for high-refresh displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers remain impressive but show the GPU starting to work harder. Low averages 233.4 FPS, Medium drops to 187 FPS, High yields 167.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 107.8 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 125.6 FPS, a smaller absolute difference than at 1080p, suggesting the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve steepens. Low settings average 140.1 FPS, Medium achieves 110.7 FPS, High hits 96.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 60.8 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 79.3 FPS, and the Ultra result sits right at the threshold of smooth 60 FPS gaming. This pattern confirms that Greedfall scales predictably with resolution, with the RTX 5080 providing enough bandwidth and compute to keep frame rates high even at 4K.

Comparing across resolutions at the same settings, the scaling is consistent. At High settings, the combo loses 71.4 FPS going from 1080p to 1440p, and another 71.4 FPS from 1440p to 4K. At Ultra, the drops are 45.8 FPS and 47 FPS, respectively. This suggests that the CPU is less of a factor at Ultra settings, where the GPU's workload dominates.

The data also shows that the i3-12100F can push frame rates well above 200 FPS at lower resolutions, but the RTX 5080's capabilities are best showcased at 1440p and 4K, where the GPU's memory bandwidth and shader throughput come into play.

# Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the ideal settings for this combo depend on the target display and desired experience. For 1080p gaming, High settings at 242.8 FPS is the sweet spot — it offers a substantial visual upgrade over Medium's 265.9 FPS while remaining far above the refresh rates of most monitors. Ultra at 153.6 FPS is also viable for those with 144Hz displays, though the visual difference between High and Ultra in Greedfall may not justify the 89.2 FPS loss.

At 1440p, High settings at 167.8 FPS is the recommended preset for high-refresh monitors. It provides a 60 FPS advantage over Ultra's 107.8 FPS while maintaining excellent image quality. For gamers with 144Hz displays, Ultra's 107.8 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold but leaves less headroom for demanding scenes. Medium at 187 FPS is a reasonable alternative for those who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity.

For 4K gaming, the choices are more constrained. High settings at 96.4 FPS offers smooth, responsive gameplay on 60Hz displays, while Ultra at 60.8 FPS sits right at the edge of playability. Given that Greedfall is an action RPG where combat responsiveness matters, High settings at 4K provides a better balance of visual quality and performance. Low at 140.1 FPS is available for those with high-refresh 4K panels, but the visual compromise may be too steep for most players.

Overall, High settings across all resolutions deliver the most consistent experience, with frame rates ranging from 96.4 FPS at 4K to 242.8 FPS at 1080p. The data indicates that this preset offers the best combination of visual fidelity and performance headroom, making it the recommended choice for most users. Ultra is viable at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K it should be reserved for players who prioritize image quality over smoothness.