Greedfall

Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG, is a demanding title that scales significantly with both CPU and GPU hardware. The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT provides a specific performance profile that varies greatly depending on resolution and quality settings. This analysis breaks down the measured data for this combo, explaining the bottleneck dynamics, ranking, and optimal configurations for the best playable experience.

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

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache is a key resource for game logic and asset streaming. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability, scoring 15,935 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 5,890 in 3DMark max threads. Single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,249 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 910.

For a game like Greedfall, which features dense environments and active AI, these specifications are more than adequate. The data supports this by showing that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 151 FPS. This high frame rate at low graphical load indicates that the CPU is not a limiting factor at this setting; it is feeding the GPU enough data to render frames quickly. The CPU's overall percentile rank is 77, meaning it performs better than 77% of all tested CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-9700, which has an average benchmark score of 19,831 (a delta of 0.1% from the i5-12400's 19,850), and the Intel Core i5-11600K at 19,771 (a delta of 0.4%). This shows the i5-12400 is competitively placed among previous-generation high-end chips.

The transition from Low to Ultra settings at 1080p shows a drop from 151 FPS to 71.6 FPS, which is a substantial change. This drop is not a CPU limitation but rather the GPU struggling with increased visual effects. The CPU's role remains consistent; the benchmark results indicate it has enough headroom to handle the game's threading requirements without becoming the primary bottleneck, even when the GPU is pushed harder.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is built on the RDNA 1.0 architecture with a 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz. These specs position it as a capable 1440p card from its generation. Its passmark G3D score of 16,277 and a percentile rank of 68 indicate it outperforms 68% of all tested GPUs.

In Greedfall, the GPU is clearly the dominant performance constraint at higher settings and resolutions. The measured data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS plummets to 29.6, which is a demanding load for the 5700 XT. The 8 GB of VRAM is likely a contributing factor at this resolution with high-resolution textures, but the raw compute power is also stretched thin. The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (average score 24,763, a delta of -0.1% from the 5700 XT's 24,731) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (24,592, a delta of 0.6%). This shows the 5700 XT is still competitive with more modern mobile parts in synthetic tests, but Greedfall's specific workload is heavy on fill rate and shading.

The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a significant drop from 106.8 FPS to 44.4 FPS. This 62.4 FPS difference is far more pronounced than the differences seen in CPU-bound scenarios, confirming that the GPU's capabilities dictate performance as visual fidelity increases. The GPU's FP32 performance of 9.754 TFLOPS provides the raw shader throughput, but the game's effects at Ultra settings are clearly beyond what this card can comfortably handle.

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

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 107.5 at 1080p, to 76.1 at 1440p, and finally to 44.9 at 4K. This is a consistent downward trend that correlates directly with the increasing pixel count. The 1440p result is 70.8% of the 1080p performance, while the 4K result is just 41.8% of the 1080p performance. This steep decline indicates that the RX 5700 XT's rendering pipeline is being saturated by the higher resolutions.

The pattern holds across all settings. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 151 at 1080p to 106.8 at 1440p and then to 63.2 at 4K. Even with reduced graphical complexity, the sheer number of pixels at 4K overwhelms the GPU. The jump from 1440p to 4K at Low settings is a 43.6 FPS drop, which is a massive reduction. This confirms that the GPU is the primary limiting component; the CPU is providing a stable platform, but it cannot compensate for the GPU's inability to render more pixels.

The data also shows that the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 79.4 FPS. At 4K, this difference shrinks to 33.6 FPS. This is because at 4K, even Low settings are heavily dependent on the GPU's pixel throughput, whereas at 1080p, the CPU can more easily feed frames, allowing the GPU to run at its maximum potential for each setting level. This is a clear sign that for this game, the RX 5700 XT is the deciding factor for playability at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT combo ranks 1,271 out of 1,705 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of all tested systems, which is a realistic assessment of its performance capabilities. While the CPU is above average in its own benchmarks, the GPU holds the combo back from higher rankings. This rank of 1,271 indicates that many other pairings, likely those with more powerful GPUs, achieve higher average frame rates.

This ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. The combo's best result is 151 FPS at 1080p Low, but its worst is 29.6 FPS at 4K Ultra. Many other combos in the database will have higher minimum frame rates and better 4K performance. The combo's position is not a reflection of a flawed pairing, but rather a statement that it is a mid-range solution for Greedfall. It is a pairing that can handle the game at 1080p and 1440p with adjusted settings, but it will not compete with high-end systems that feature top-tier GPUs.

The rank also implies that the CPU is not the bottleneck that drags the ranking down. If the CPU were severely limiting, we would see a much lower ranking relative to the GPU's individual percentile. Instead, the GPU's 68th percentile is a better indicator of the combo's overall position in this specific game, as the game is heavily GPU-dependent. The combo rank is a useful metric for understanding its place in the broader ecosystem of tested hardware.

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

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo can achieve in Greedfall?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 151, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 4K with Low settings, it averages 63.2 FPS. However, at 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 29.6, which is not a smooth experience.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-9700?

A: The i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 19,850, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-9700's score of 19,831. This makes them nearly identical in overall performance.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile?

A: The RX 5700 XT has an average benchmark score of 24,731, which is 0.1% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile's score of 24,763. The performance is very close between the two.

Q: What is the most demanding setting tested for this hardware?

A: The most demanding configuration is 3840x2160 (4K) with Ultra settings, resulting in an average FPS of 29.6.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1,271 out of 1,705 total combinations tested in Greedfall.

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

For a smooth and visually pleasing experience, the data suggests that 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo achieves 107.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for comfortable play. This is the best balance of visual quality and performance, as High settings offer a significant visual upgrade over Low but still maintain a high frame rate. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 71.6 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 33% performance hit for the highest quality. For most users, the High preset at 1080p will provide the best experience, offering high detail without compromising responsiveness.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 76.1 FPS, which is a good score for this resolution. This is a viable option for users with 1440p monitors, as it provides a crisp image while maintaining a playable frame rate. The Medium preset at 1440p yields 80.5 FPS, which is slightly higher than High but with lower visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls to 44.4 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and is not recommended for a smooth experience. If playing at 1440p, choosing the High or Medium preset is the right call; the jump to Ultra is not worth the severe frame rate penalty.

At 4K, the situation is more challenging. The Low preset at 3840x2160 achieves 63.2 FPS, which is just above 60 FPS and is the only 4K setting to do so. The High preset at 4K drops to 44.9 FPS, and the Medium preset is at 48.3 FPS. While these are technically playable, they are not ideal for fast-paced action. The Ultra preset at 4K is unplayable at 29.6 FPS. The recommendation for 4K is to use the Low preset if you prioritize frame rate, or to stick with 1440p for a better balance of quality and performance. The data clearly indicates that this combo is best used at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K reserved for users who can tolerate lower settings.