Greedfall

Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG, presents a demanding environment for the Intel Core i5-10400F and Intel Arc B370 combination. The measured data reveals a system that is functional at lower resolutions and settings but struggles significantly as graphical demands increase, placing it in the lower percentile of tested configurations.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo achieves consistently playable frame rates. At this resolution, the average FPS ranges from 76 on Low settings down to 35 on Ultra, whereas 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 dip below the 60 FPS threshold in most presets.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The benchmark data shows the Intel Arc B370's average score is 1184. This places it within 1.4% of the AMD FirePro M2000, which scores 1168, and within 0.7% of the AMD Radeon HD 7650M, which scores 1192. It is also nearly identical to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which has a score of 1186 and a delta of -0.2%.

Q: What is the performance percentile of the Intel Core i5-10400F?

A: The Intel Core i5-10400F has a percentile ranking of 68, meaning it performs better than 68% of all CPUs in the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score is 14185, making it a mid-range performer relative to the entire spectrum of processors.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 53 FPS on Low settings to 24 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a significant 29 FPS loss, or a performance reduction of roughly 55%, when moving from the lowest to the highest graphical preset.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-10400F have integrated graphics?

A: No, the data indicates that the "integratedGraphics" field for the Intel Core i5-10400F is null. This means it relies entirely on a discrete graphics card, such as the Intel Arc B370 in this combo, for display output and rendering.

Q: What is the memory configuration for the Intel Arc B370?

A: The Intel Arc B370 uses "System Shared" memory. This means its memory size, type, and bus width are all sourced from the system's main RAM, and its bandwidth is described as "System Dependent" rather than having a dedicated VRAM pool.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture. Its base clock is 2.90 GHz, which can boost up to 4.30 GHz for demanding workloads. The CPU has a 12 MB shared L3 cache, and its performance in synthetic benchmarks is respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10283 and a single-core score of 1451. This positions the processor as a capable mid-range part, with its performance percentile of 68 confirming it outperforms a majority of CPUs.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and physics. The data suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU is able to feed the GPU adequately. However, the frame rates at 1080p Low (76 FPS) versus 4K Low (31 FPS) show that the GPU is the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. The CPU's single-thread performance, evidenced by its Geekbench single-core score of 1420, is likely sufficient for the game's core logic, but the overall system performance is constrained by the graphics solution.

The processor's memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s and dual-channel DDR4 support are standard for its generation. The 3DMark scores, particularly the jump from 2560 with 4 threads to 3929 with 8 threads, show that the CPU scales well with additional threads. This is relevant for Greedfall, which can utilize multiple cores for various simulation tasks. The 12 MB of L3 cache helps in keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency. This CPU, with its 65 W TDP, is a power-efficient part, but its performance ceiling is clearly below what is needed to drive high frame rates in this title at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is a mobile-focused graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and built on a 3 nm process. Its specifications are unusual, featuring 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. The GPU's clock speeds are listed with a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2400 MHz. Critically, its memory is "System Shared," meaning it has no dedicated VRAM and relies on the system's main memory for textures and frame buffers, with bandwidth being "System Dependent."

The GPU's benchmark presence is minimal, with only a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. This score places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, indicating very low performance relative to the wider market. Its nearest rivals are all older, low-end parts, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and AMD Radeon HD 7650M. This context is crucial for understanding the measured FPS in Greedfall; the Arc B370 is performing at a level comparable to integrated graphics from a decade ago.

This performance profile explains why the combo struggles in Greedfall. At 1080p Low, it achieves 76 FPS, but this drops to 54 FPS on High and 35 FPS on Ultra. The lack of dedicated VRAM and the low fillrate (48.00 GPixel/s) and texture rate (96.00 GTexel/s) are likely major limiting factors. The 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is not enough to handle the game's rendering demands at higher settings, leading to the significant frame rate drops observed when resolution and settings are increased.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested configurations for Greedfall, this specific combo of the Intel Core i5-10400F and Intel Arc B370 ranks at 2699 out of 2938 combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, confirming its status as a low-performance pairing for this particular game. The ranking is a direct reflection of the GPU's limitations, as the CPU's performance is relatively stronger.

The combo's rank is a stark indicator of its capabilities. With a rank of 2699, it is clear that the vast majority of other system configurations tested are capable of delivering higher frame rates in Greedfall. This is primarily due to the Intel Arc B370's low percentile ranking of 5. The CPU, with its 68th percentile ranking, is not the primary cause of the low overall position. The data suggests that pairing this CPU with a more powerful GPU would yield a significantly better ranking and playable experience.

The measured FPS data reinforces this low standing. No configuration of settings at 4K resolution reaches 31 FPS, and even at 1080p, only the Low preset achieves a frame rate above 60 FPS. The combo's performance is consistent with its low rank: it is a system for basic playability at lower graphical fidelity, not for a high-performance experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo in Greedfall is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only preset and resolution combination that yields an average frame rate above 60 FPS (76 FPS). This provides a smooth, playable experience, which is preferable to higher visual fidelity at the cost of performance.

For players who wish to improve visual quality, the Medium preset at 1080p is a viable option, with an average of 60 FPS and a minimum of 51 FPS. This provides a good balance between performance and graphical detail. The High preset at 1080p is also playable, with an average of 54 FPS, but it may result in occasional stutters during intense scenes. The Ultra preset at 1080p should be avoided, as it drops the average frame rate to 35 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. At higher resolutions, the data indicates that any settings above Low will result in an unsatisfactory experience, with 1440p High averaging only 38 FPS and 4K Ultra averaging a mere 14 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the combo's capabilities across different resolutions and settings.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average FPS 76.
• Medium: Average FPS 60, with a minimum of 51 and maximum of 69.
• High: Average FPS 54.
• Ultra: Average FPS 35.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average FPS 53.
• Medium: Average FPS 41, with a minimum of 35 and maximum of 48.
• High: Average FPS 38.
• Ultra: Average FPS 24.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average FPS 31.
• Medium: Average FPS 25, with a minimum of 21 and maximum of 28.
• High: Average FPS 22.
• Ultra: Average FPS 14.

The data shows a consistent and expected pattern: frame rates decrease as resolution and settings increase. The most significant drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 1440p, where the average FPS across all settings falls by roughly 30-50%. The further jump to 4K results in another substantial performance hit, leaving the system unable to maintain a smooth experience in any preset. The minimum FPS values for Medium settings are particularly telling, with 51 FPS at 1080p, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 4K, indicating that the system can experience significant frame hitches even at these moderate presets.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K are dramatic and reveal the limiting component in this system. At 1080p Low, the combo averages 76 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low reduces this to 53 FPS, a 30% drop. At 4K Low, the average falls to 31 FPS, a 59% drop from the 1440p figure and a 59% drop from the 1080p baseline as well. This scaling pattern is a classic indicator of a GPU bottleneck.

A system that is limited by its CPU would show a much smaller FPS difference between 1080p and 1440p, as the CPU's workload would remain relatively constant while the GPU has more pixels to render. Here, the FPS drops significantly with each resolution increase, which shows that the Intel Arc B370 is unable to keep up with the increasing pixel count and shading demands. The GPU is the definitive bottleneck, as its processing capabilities and shared memory bandwidth are overwhelmed at higher resolutions.

The Intel Core i5-10400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is likely not the primary constraint. The data suggests that the CPU is capable of delivering higher frame rates, as evidenced by the 76 FPS at 1080p Low. However, the GPU's low fillrate and compute performance prevent it from maintaining those frame rates as the resolution scales. The result is a system that is only viable for 1080p gaming, and even then, only at lower graphical presets. The performance degradation is steep and consistent, confirming that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting factor in this pairing for Greedfall.