Greedfall

The Intel Core i5-12400 pairs with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER to form a system that handles Greedfall competently, though the balance shifts heavily depending on resolution and quality preset. The CPU provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, built on the Alder Lake architecture with an 18 MB shared L3 cache. This is a modern mid-range processor that lands in the 77th percentile vs all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19850. Its nearest rivals are telling: the Intel Core i7-9700 scores 19831 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core i7-8700 scores 19894 (0.2% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX scores 19928 (0.4% ahead). The i5-12400 is effectively neck-and-neck with these older or far more expensive parts, which suggests it has ample headroom for gaming workloads. The RTX 2060 SUPER, meanwhile, sits in the 63rd percentile vs all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 19774. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN (19706, 0.3% behind), the RTX 2070 (19680, 0.5% behind), and the Quadro K5200 (19623, 0.8% behind). The measured FPS data shows that this GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU keeps up well at 1080p.

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

The i5-12400’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for Greedfall, an Action RPG from 2019. The data indicates that at 1080p, the system can push frame rates well above 100 FPS on most presets, which implies the CPU is not limiting performance in those scenarios. For instance, at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 152, and at High settings it hits 108. These numbers are far beyond what the GPU would typically deliver at higher resolutions, suggesting the CPU has spare capacity. The boost clock of 4.40 GHz provides strong single-thread performance, which is crucial for game logic and physics in titles like this. The 3DMark single-thread score of 910 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2249 reinforce that this chip has solid per-core performance.

However, the CPU’s role changes as resolution increases. At 4K, the average FPS drops to 46.6 on High settings, which is a 57% reduction from the 1080p High result. This drop is far too steep to be attributed to the CPU alone; instead, it points to the RTX 2060 SUPER struggling to fill the larger frame buffer. The i5-12400’s multithreaded capabilities, shown by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15935 and a PassMark multithread score of 18747, are more than adequate for this game. The data suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor in any measured configuration; the GPU is. Even at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS falls to 29.5, the bottleneck is clearly the graphics card, not the processor. The i5-12400’s 77th percentile ranking and its near-identical average score to the i7-9700 and i7-8700 confirm that this CPU is a reliable foundation for a mid-range gaming system, but it is not the component that determines the high-resolution experience in Greedfall.

FAQ

*Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400 strong enough for Greedfall at 1080p?*

A: Yes, the data shows the CPU is more than capable. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system averages 108 FPS, and with Low settings it reaches 152 FPS. The i5-12400’s single-thread score of 910 in 3DMark and 2249 in Cinebench R23 indicate strong per-core performance for game logic.

Q: What is the main bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting component. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 46.6, which is a 57% drop from the 1080p High result. The CPU’s performance does not degrade proportionally, so the GPU is clearly the constraint at higher resolutions.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 2070?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 19774, which is 0.5% higher than the RTX 2070’s score of 19680. This means the two cards are virtually identical in raw compute performance, though the 2060 SUPER has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus.

*Q: Can this system run Greedfall at Ultra settings smoothly?*

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 69.7, which is playable. However, at 1440p Ultra it drops to 49.8 FPS, and at 4K Ultra it falls to 29.5 FPS. The data suggests that Ultra settings are only viable at 1080p for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking among all tested processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 ranks in the 77th percentile vs all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19850. This places it just 0.1% above the Intel Core i7-9700 and 0.2% below the Intel Core i7-8700, showing it performs like a previous-generation high-end chip.

Q: Does the GPU’s performance justify its 63rd percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER’s 63rd percentile vs all GPUs is reflected in its measured results. At 1440p High, it averages 74.7 FPS, which is good but not exceptional. The card is 0.3% behind the GTX TITAN and 0.5% ahead of the RTX 2070, indicating it is a solid mid-range option but not a high-end performer.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 1159 out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is somewhat surprising given the individual component scores. The CPU sits in the 77th percentile and the GPU in the 63rd percentile, yet the combo rank is only the 68th percentile of all combos (calculated from the rank of 1159 out of 1705). This discrepancy suggests that the pairing is not perfectly optimized for this particular game, or that other combos with higher-ranked GPUs or CPUs pull ahead more substantially in Greedfall’s specific workload. The data indicates that the combo’s performance is heavily dictated by the GPU at higher resolutions, so combos with a stronger GPU would rank significantly higher. At 1080p, the combo performs well, hitting 108 FPS on High and 152 FPS on Low, which would put it in the upper tier for that resolution. However, the overall rank is dragged down by the 4K results, where the GPU’s limitations become apparent. The rank of 1159 suggests that while this is a capable system, it is not a top-tier contender for Greedfall at maximum settings, but it is far from the bottom, leaving plenty of room for playable frame rates at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this system scales across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the results are strong: Low settings yield 152 FPS, Medium produces 122.9 FPS, High delivers 108 FPS, and Ultra drops to 69.7 FPS. This shows a smooth progression, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 82.3 FPS. At 2560x1440, the numbers decline: Low averages 107.5 FPS, Medium 80.7 FPS, High 74.7 FPS, and Ultra 49.8 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at High settings is from 108 to 74.7 FPS, a 31% reduction. At 3840x2160, the GPU struggles further: Low averages 62.4 FPS, Medium 51.8 FPS, High 46.6 FPS, and Ultra 29.5 FPS. The 4K High result is less than half of the 1080p High result, underscoring the GPU’s limitations. The data shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K only viable on Low settings for a playable experience. The progression from Low to Ultra at each resolution is consistent, with Ultra typically costing roughly half the frame rate of Low. For example, at 1440p, Low is 107.5 FPS and Ultra is 49.8 FPS, a 54% reduction. This indicates that the Ultra preset is intensive on the GPU, likely due to high-resolution textures and effects.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and reveals the limiting component. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 108 at 1920x1080 to 74.7 at 2560x1440 (a 31% drop) and then to 46.6 at 3840x2160 (a 57% drop from 1080p). This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound system, where increasing resolution exponentially increases the pixel count and fill rate demands. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are simply not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K. The CPU’s performance does not degrade with resolution, so the i5-12400 is clearly not the bottleneck. At Low settings, the 1080p result is 152 FPS, which drops to 107.5 at 1440p and 62.4 at 4K. This shows that even at the lowest settings, the GPU cannot keep up at 4K, as the frame rate is still below 60 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at Low settings is a 42% drop, while at High settings it is a 38% drop, suggesting that the GPU is consistently overwhelmed at 4K regardless of settings. The data clearly indicates that the limiting component is the graphics card, and the CPU has ample headroom to support higher frame rates if the GPU were stronger.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience for this system is at 1920x1080 with High settings, which yields 108 FPS. This provides a smooth, responsive experience without the performance hit of Ultra, which drops to 69.7 FPS. At 1080p, Medium settings (122.9 FPS) are also excellent, but High offers a better visual quality-to-performance ratio. For 1440p, the recommended preset is Medium, which averages 80.7 FPS, providing a playable experience with good visuals. High at 1440p (74.7 FPS) is also viable, but Medium gives more headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra at 1440p (49.8 FPS) is not recommended, as it dips below the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K, the only viable option is Low settings, which averages 62.4 FPS, just above the 60 FPS target. Medium at 4K (51.8 FPS) and High (46.6 FPS) are playable but not ideal, and Ultra (29.5 FPS) is not recommended for a smooth experience. The data suggests that users should prioritize resolution over settings: at 1080p, High is the sweet spot; at 1440p, Medium is the best compromise; at 4K, Low is the only way to stay near 60 FPS. This system is best suited for 1080p gaming with high visual quality, or 1440p with medium settings for a balance of performance and fidelity.