Greedfall

Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG, presents an interesting stress test for the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination. The measured data reveals a system that is heavily influenced by resolution and settings, with performance scaling that points to specific bottlenecks. This analysis explores how this pairing behaves across the board, from 1080p to 4K, and what the benchmark results indicate about the role of each component in this particular title.

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

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and tells a clear story about where the workload pressure lies. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 146 FPS at 1920x1080 to 101 FPS at 2560x1440, and then down to 60 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a significant 59% reduction in average FPS when moving from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear; the drop from 1440p to 4K is a 41 FPS loss, while the drop from 1080p to 1440p is a 45 FPS loss. This pattern indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor as resolution increases.

At Low settings, the trend is even more pronounced. The average FPS goes from 204 at 1080p to 141 at 1440p, and finally to 84 at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K here is 120 FPS, which is a 59% decrease, matching the High setting percentage. However, the absolute numbers are much higher, showing that the RTX 3070 has ample headroom at lower graphical loads. The fact that the 4K Low result (84 FPS) is still higher than the 4K High result (60 FPS) suggests that the GPU is not the sole bottleneck even at 4K, as reducing settings still yields a substantial performance gain.

The data implies that at 1080p, the system is likely not entirely GPU-bound, as the massive frame rates (204 FPS at Low) suggest the CPU might be nearing its limit. As resolution climbs to 1440p and 4K, the GPU workload increases, and the frame rates become more representative of the RTX 3070's raw rendering power. The drop from 204 FPS at 1080p Low to 141 FPS at 1440p Low shows the GPU starting to take over, but the further drop to 84 FPS at 4K Low solidifies the GPU as the dominant constraint at that resolution. The overall scaling suggests that for the best experience, users should consider 1440p as a sweet spot where the GPU is fully engaged but still delivering high frame rates.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. In Greedfall, the data suggests that this memory configuration is sufficient for the tested settings. The GPU's boost clock of 1725 MHz and base clock of 1500 MHz, combined with its 5888 shading units, deliver the raw compute power seen in the results. The RTX 3070's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, which has an average score 0.7% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which is 1% higher. Interestingly, the RTX 3070 outperforms the NVIDIA Tesla K40c by 1.5%. This positioning suggests it is a strong mid-to-high-end performer.

The GPU's 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a key indicator of its capability. The benchmark results show that the RTX 3070 can handle 4K High settings at an average of 60 FPS, which is exactly the target for smooth gameplay. However, pushing to Ultra settings at 4K drops the average to 38 FPS, indicating that the extra graphical fidelity comes at a steep cost. The data shows that the GPU's performance is robust but not unlimited, and that the 8 GB VRAM is not a limiting factor in this game, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings without any signs of memory-related stutters or crashes in the measured data.

The relationship between the GPU's clocks and the results is clear. At 1080p Low, the GPU is likely running at or near its boost clock but is not fully utilized, as the CPU may be the limiting factor. As resolution increases, the GPU becomes fully saturated, and its clock speed and memory bandwidth become the primary drivers of performance. The 4K Ultra result of 38 FPS is a clear indication that the GPU is maxed out at that configuration. The data suggests that the RTX 3070 is a capable card for Greedfall, but users should be mindful of the settings they choose at higher resolutions.

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

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings is 146 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070's performance compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT?

A: The RTX 3070's average benchmark score is 0.7% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, based on the deltaPct values in the data.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-11400F or the RTX 3070 the limiting factor at 4K Low settings?

A: The data shows a 4K Low average of 84 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 4K High average of 60 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is not the sole bottleneck, but the performance is still likely GPU-limited at 4K, as the CPU has less impact at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest recorded minimum FPS is 56, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Medium settings.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combo ranks 1584 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall.

Q: Does the RTX 3070 have more or fewer shading units than its immediate rival?

A: The data provides the RTX 3070's shading unit count as 5888, but it does not list the shading units for its nearest rivals, so a direct comparison is not possible from the provided facts.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset appears to offer the most balanced experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium provides an average of 160 FPS with a minimum of 136 FPS, which is only 14 FPS higher than the High setting's average but offers more headroom. At 1440p, Medium yields an average of 111 FPS and a minimum of 94 FPS, which is a solid 10 FPS improvement over High's average of 101 FPS. At 4K, Medium achieves an average of 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS, which is slightly above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay, while High dips to exactly 60 FPS on average.

The Ultra preset, while visually superior, comes with a significant performance penalty. At 4K, Ultra drops to an average of 38 FPS, which is borderline unplayable for many users. At 1440p, Ultra averages 64 FPS, and at 1080p, it averages 93 FPS. These numbers suggest that Ultra is only viable at 1080p or 1440p for users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate stability.

The Low preset offers the highest frame rates, with 204 FPS at 1080p and 84 FPS at 4K, but it likely sacrifices too much visual fidelity. The data indicates that Medium is the recommended preset for this hardware combination, as it provides frame rates that are consistently above or near the 60 FPS mark at all resolutions, with the 1440p Medium setting being the sweet spot for a high-refresh-rate experience. The High preset is a viable alternative for those who want better visuals without the steep cost of Ultra, but the Medium preset's higher minimum FPS values suggest better frame pacing and overall stability.

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

The measured data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 204 FPS, Medium averages 160 FPS with a minimum of 136 and maximum of 184, High averages 146 FPS, and Ultra averages 93 FPS. The 1080p results show a clear hierarchy, with the difference between Low and Ultra being 111 FPS, which highlights the massive impact of settings on performance at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 141 FPS, Medium averages 111 FPS with a minimum of 94 and maximum of 128, High averages 101 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, with approximately a 30% reduction in frame rate, which aligns with the increased pixel count. The Medium preset at 1440p stands out as a strong performer, with a minimum FPS above 90, indicating a smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 84 FPS, Medium averages 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 and maximum of 76, High averages 60 FPS, and Ultra averages 38 FPS. The 4K results show a drastic reduction in performance, especially at Ultra, where the average drops below 40 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 4K is only 6 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 22 FPS, showing that the Ultra preset is disproportionately demanding. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium is 56, which is close to the 60 FPS target, suggesting that this is the most demanding configuration that can still maintain a playable frame rate.

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

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Rocket Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide a solid foundation for gaming. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14340 and a single-core score of 2024, indicate it is a capable mid-range processor. Its 3DMark scores show scaling from 1691 in the 2-thread test to 5652 in the max-thread test, which suggests it handles multi-threaded workloads well.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role appears to be less critical at higher resolutions. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the frame rate is 204 FPS, which is likely close to the CPU's maximum capable output in this scenario. The fact that the frame rate does not increase proportionally when moving from 1080p to 1440p at Low settings (141 FPS) suggests that the GPU is still the primary limiter, but the CPU is not entirely idle. The CPU's 4.40 GHz boost clock is likely a key factor in maintaining high frame rates at 1080p, as single-threaded performance is often crucial for game logic.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7H12, which has a 0.3% higher average score, and the Intel Core i5-12450H, which is 0.4% lower. This places the i5-11400F in a competitive position. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not a bottleneck at 1440p or 4K, as the frame rates are primarily dictated by the GPU's rendering capabilities. However, at 1080p with lower settings, the CPU's performance becomes more relevant, and its 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 3070 without causing significant frame rate dips. The data suggests that the i5-11400F is a balanced partner for the RTX 3070 in this game, providing enough processing power to avoid limiting the GPU at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1584 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the 42.8th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms roughly 57% of the combinations in the database for this specific game. This ranking is respectable, but it is not at the top of the charts, which suggests that there are many other hardware pairings that yield higher frame rates in Greedfall.

The ranking reflects the balance of the two components. The RTX 3070 is a strong GPU, as indicated by its 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs, but it is not the absolute best. Similarly, the i5-11400F is a solid CPU, ranking in the 71st percentile among all CPUs. When paired together, they produce a system that is well-suited for 1440p gaming, but the 4K Ultra performance is lacking, which likely drags down the overall ranking.

The combo's rank is a direct result of the measured FPS data. The system's ability to maintain high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but its struggle at 4K Ultra, places it in the middle of the pack. The fact that it ranks higher than 2143 other combos indicates that it is a viable choice for Greedfall, but users with higher-end GPUs or CPUs will see better results. The ranking also suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver excellent performance, rather than 4K, where it falls short of the top-tier systems. The data shows that this is a dependable mid-range combo, but not one that will top any performance charts for this game.