Greedfall

Greedfall is an Action RPG that launched in 2019, and the data for the Intel Core i5-11400F combined with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX shows a pairing that scales dramatically across resolutions and settings. The measured frame rates reveal a system where the GPU is the primary driver of performance, but the CPU’s six cores and twelve threads establish a solid baseline that allows the graphics card to stretch its legs, particularly at lower resolutions.

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

The Intel Core i5-11400F brings a 6-core, 12-thread configuration from the Rocket Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process. Its base clock of 2.60 GHz can boost up to 4.40 GHz, which provides the single-thread headroom that many Action RPGs rely on for game logic and scene management. The CPU’s 12 MB of shared L3 cache and 80 KB of L1 cache per core help keep frequently accessed data close, reducing latency in a world that is constantly loading assets as the player moves through environments.

In synthetic benchmarks, this processor achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a single-core score of 2029, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with an average score of 17189 and a delta of 0%, as well as the Intel Core i7-1260P at 17212 with a -0.2% delta, showing that the i5-11400F is competitive with mobile parts that have different power envelopes. The data suggests that for Greedfall, the CPU is rarely the bottleneck; at 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 288.3 FPS, which is a towering figure that indicates the GPU is doing most of the heavy lifting, but the CPU’s boost clock of 4.40 GHz is sufficient to feed the frame pipeline without causing a stall.

The question becomes whether the 6-core layout is adequate for future titles, but for this game, the benchmark results show that the CPU’s 12 threads are more than capable. The 3DMark max threads score of 5652, compared to the single-thread score of 868, highlights that scaling beyond 8 threads offers diminishing returns, which aligns with Greedfall’s engine behavior that likely does not utilize more than a handful of cores effectively.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo in Greedfall?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 288.3, recorded at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This indicates that the system has substantial overhead when graphical demands are minimized.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17181, while its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, scores 17189, resulting in a delta of 0%. The Intel Core i7-1260P scores 17212, which is a -0.2% delta relative to the i5-11400F.

Q: Does the GPU’s performance percentile reflect its position among all tested graphics cards?

A: Yes, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX sits in the 85th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44019. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 580, scores 44195, which is a -0.4% delta, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti scores 44900, a -2% delta.

Q: What is the impact of switching from High to Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset yields an average FPS of 143.9, but dropping to Ultra reduces the average to 93.5. This represents a significant performance hit, suggesting that Ultra settings introduce effects that are taxing on the GPU.

Q: Is there a resolution where the frame rate stays above 60 FPS on all settings?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080, all measured settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—produce average FPS values above 60, with Ultra achieving 129.7 FPS. Even at 2560x1440, the lowest average is 93.5 FPS on Ultra, which remains above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much faster is the GPU in DirectX 11 compared to DirectX 12 in Passmark tests?

A: The Passmark DirectX 11 score is 356, while the DirectX 12 score is 131. This indicates that the GPU performs better under the legacy DirectX 11 API in this specific synthetic test, though Greedfall’s actual engine may differ.

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

The measured data shows a clear pattern of frame rate degradation as resolution increases, which is classic GPU-bound behavior. At 1080p with High settings, the average FPS is 203.7. Moving to 1440p drops that to 143.9, a reduction of approximately 29.4% from the 1080p figure. At 4K, the average falls to 86.7, which is a 57.5% decrease from the 1080p result. This scaling is consistent with a GPU that is being pushed harder as pixel count grows, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively stable.

The Low settings tell a similar story but with higher absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the system hits 288.3 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 199.1, and at 4K Low, it reaches 121.2. The fact that 4K Low still produces over 120 FPS suggests that the RX 7900 XTX has massive headroom in this title, and the CPU is not the limiting factor even at the lowest graphical preset. Conversely, the Ultra preset shows the steepest drop: 129.7 FPS at 1080p, 93.5 FPS at 1440p, and 53.5 FPS at 4K. This last figure is the only measured point below 60 FPS, indicating that 4K Ultra is the only scenario where the GPU truly struggles.

The implication is that the limiting component is almost entirely the GPU at higher resolutions and settings. The CPU’s boost clock and core count are sufficient to maintain high frame rates, as evidenced by the 288.3 FPS result at 1080p Low, which would require a capable processor to avoid bottlenecking.

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

At 1920x1080, the system delivers substantial performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 288.3 FPS, Medium drops to 230, High comes in at 203.7, and Ultra still manages 129.7 FPS. These numbers indicate that for most players, even the Ultra preset is highly playable on a 1080p display with a high refresh rate monitor.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 199.1 FPS on Low, 157.9 on Medium, 143.9 on High, and 93.5 on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 105.6 FPS, showing that the Ultra preset’s additional effects—likely including more complex shadows and post-processing—take a toll on the GPU. The High preset at 143.9 FPS remains excellent for 1440p gaming, offering a smooth experience without the performance penalty of Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the results are 121.2 FPS on Low, 95.8 on Medium, 86.7 on High, and 53.5 on Ultra. The 4K Ultra figure is the only one below the 60 FPS threshold, which is a critical finding for anyone targeting 4K gaming. The difference between High and Ultra at 4K is 33.2 FPS, which suggests that the Ultra preset’s demands are disproportionate to the visual uplift it provides in this engine.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a high-end graphics card built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a Navi 31 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process. It features 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. This vast memory pool is more than sufficient for Greedfall’s textures and assets, even at 4K resolutions, and it likely prevents any memory-related stuttering that could occur on cards with smaller VRAM allocations.

The GPU’s boost clock of 2498 MHz and game clock of 2365 MHz, paired with 6144 shading units, allow it to process the game’s geometry and effects efficiently. The measured frame rates at 4K High (86.7 FPS) and 4K Medium (95.8 FPS) demonstrate that the GPU can handle high pixel counts, but the drop to 53.5 FPS at 4K Ultra suggests that the Ultra preset’s specific effects—possibly including volumetric lighting or enhanced draw distances—are particularly demanding on the RDNA 3.0 architecture.

The GPU’s percentile rank of 85th among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44019, places it in the upper echelon of graphics cards. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti, scores 44900 with a -2% delta, meaning the RX 7900 XTX is slightly behind in synthetic averages, yet the in-game data shows it performing admirably. The 24 GB VRAM is a standout feature, as it ensures that even the most texture-heavy scenes in Greedfall do not exceed memory capacity, allowing for consistent frame pacing across all tested resolutions.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The data reveals a clear hierarchy of presets, and the best choice depends on the target resolution. For 1080p, the Ultra preset at 129.7 FPS is the most visually rich option that still maintains a high frame rate, making it the optimal choice for players with 144Hz monitors. The High preset at 203.7 FPS is also viable for those prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity, but the 74 FPS difference between High and Ultra is a trade-off that most would accept for the enhanced visuals.

At 1440p, the High preset at 143.9 FPS offers the best balance of performance and quality, as it stays well above 100 FPS while providing a significant visual upgrade over Medium (157.9 FPS). The Ultra preset at 93.5 FPS is still playable, but the 50.4 FPS drop from High to Ultra is substantial, and the visual gains may not justify the performance cost for all users.

For 4K, the High preset at 86.7 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a smooth experience above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 53.5 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold, which can be noticeable in fast-paced combat. The Medium preset at 95.8 FPS is also a strong option for 4K, offering a 9.1 FPS improvement over High with likely minor visual differences. Overall, the High preset emerges as the most consistent performer across all resolutions, delivering above 60 FPS even at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX ranks 258th out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the top 15.1% of all configurations, which is a strong showing for a pairing that includes a mid-range CPU from 2021 and a high-end GPU from 2022. The rank reflects the system’s ability to deliver high frame rates across most settings, with the primary weakness being 4K Ultra performance.

The fact that this combo ranks in the 258th position suggests that while the GPU is powerful, the CPU’s 6-core architecture may hold it back in scenarios where the game engine requires more processing power, particularly at lower resolutions where frame rates exceed 200 FPS. However, the measured FPS data shows that the combo is not heavily CPU-limited in Greedfall, as evidenced by the 288.3 FPS result at 1080p Low, which is a figure that would challenge many CPUs.

Compared to other combos, this rank implies that there are 257 configurations that perform better, likely featuring newer or higher-tier CPUs paired with similar or better GPUs. The RX 7900 XTX’s 85th percentile GPU rank and the i5-11400F’s 75th percentile CPU rank suggest that the GPU is the stronger component, and the combo’s overall rank confirms the GPU’s ability to carry the system in most gaming scenarios. For players targeting 1080p or 1440p, this combo is clearly in the upper tier, but for 4K Ultra enthusiasts, the rank indicates that a more powerful CPU might be needed to avoid any potential bottlenecks.