Greedfall

Greedfall, the 2019 Action RPG from Spiders, presents an interesting case study when paired with the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700. The measured data reveals a configuration that scales predictably with resolution, though the relationship between CPU and GPU workload shifts dramatically depending on the graphics preset selected. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across resolutions and settings, placing the combo’s performance in context within the broader benchmark database.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 1440p to 4K shows a typical, though pronounced, drop in average frame rates that indicates the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count increases. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 136 at 1920x1080 to 94 at 2560x1440, a reduction of approximately 31%. Moving further to 3840x2160, the average drops to 56 FPS, which is a 59% decrease from the 1080p result. This steep decline strongly suggests that the Radeon RX 7700 is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the CPU has more headroom to feed frames when the GPU is under less pressure.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rate goes from 191 at 1080p to 132 at 1440p, and then to 79 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is similar (around 59%), reinforcing that the GPU’s rendering throughput is the dominant constraint once resolution increases. Interestingly, the gap between 1080p and 1440p is larger in percentage terms (31% drop) than the gap between 1440p and 4K (40% drop), meaning the GPU’s scaling efficiency diminishes as resolution rises, which is a common trait for GPUs with a 256-bit memory bus and 16 GB of GDDR6 memory.

The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU still has a meaningful role. The spread between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is 104 FPS (from 191 to 87), which is substantial. This wide variance indicates that at lower resolutions, the GPU is not saturated, and the frame rate is influenced by both the CPU’s ability to process game logic and the GPU’s ability to render. However, at 4K, the spread between Low and Ultra narrows to 43 FPS (from 79 to 36), suggesting that the GPU’s pixel fill rate and shader work dominate, regardless of the CPU’s capabilities. For users targeting 4K, the data implies that lowering settings from Ultra to High yields a 56% improvement in average FPS (from 36 to 56), but further reductions to Low only add another 41% on top of that.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores show strong single-thread performance, with a 3dmark_single_thread score of 909 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3481, which is relevant for Greedfall’s game logic and physics calculations. The CPU’s multi-threaded results, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12380, indicate that it can handle background tasks without impacting frame pacing, but the game itself does not appear to be heavily multithreaded based on the FPS scaling.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary limiter at 4K, as the frame rates are clearly bound by the GPU. However, at 1080p with Low settings, the CPU’s single-thread performance becomes more visible. The jump from 136 FPS at High settings to 191 FPS at Low settings at 1080p is a 40% increase, which is largely due to reduced GPU load, but the fact that the CPU can push beyond 190 FPS indicates it has sufficient headroom. The 3dmark_16_threads score of 5895 and the max threads score of 5912 show that the CPU’s scaling beyond 8 threads is minimal, which is typical for a 6-core part, but it does not hinder this game.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals in the database, the i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19039, placing it at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs. It sits nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (score 19047, delta 0%) and the Intel Core 3 201E (score 19056, delta -0.1%), while being slightly ahead of the Intel Core i5-1335U (score 18982, delta 0.3%). This means the CPU’s compute power is not a differentiator in this combo; its performance is essentially on par with those alternatives, so the FPS differences in Greedfall are more attributable to the GPU and game settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal balance of visual fidelity and frame rate depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 136 average FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset offers 150 FPS, a 10% improvement, but the visual quality difference may not justify the loss of some effects. The Ultra preset drops to 87 FPS, which is still playable, but the 36% reduction from High suggests a heavy performance cost for marginal visual gains. For competitive or high-refresh-rate displays, Low at 191 FPS is the best choice, but for most users, High provides the best experience per the measured data.

At 2560x1440, the High preset yields 94 FPS, which is solid for a 1440p monitor. The Medium preset provides 104 FPS, a 10.6% improvement, which might be preferable for users who want a buffer above 100 FPS. Ultra falls to 60 FPS, which is exactly at the standard refresh rate, but the fact that it barely maintains 60 suggests it is risky for scenes with heavy action. Low at 132 FPS is unnecessary for most users, as the visual compromise is too large. The data recommends High at 1440p as the sweet spot for visual quality, with Medium as a safe alternative for frame rate stability.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. The High preset averages 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target but may be acceptable for slower RPG gameplay. Medium averages 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 and a maximum of 71, making it the only preset that consistently stays above 60 FPS. Ultra averages 36 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience, and Low at 79 FPS is the only preset that provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. For 4K users, the data suggests that Medium is the best balanced preset, as it offers playable frame rates without the visual downgrade of Low, while High is borderline and Ultra should be avoided.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 in Greedfall ranks 1307 out of 2938 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the distribution (around the 55th percentile). This mid-pack ranking is somewhat surprising given the GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM and the CPU’s solid benchmark scores, but it reflects the game’s engine characteristics and the fact that many higher-ranked combos likely feature more powerful GPUs or CPUs with higher single-thread performance.

The GPU’s percentile rank of 58 (vs all GPUs) and the CPU’s percentile rank of 73 (vs all CPUs) suggest that the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU when compared to other parts in the database. However, the combo’s overall rank of 1307 is lower than either component’s individual percentile, indicating that the pairing may not be optimal for this specific game, or that the game is more sensitive to GPU performance than CPU in the measured scenarios. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 9060 (score 16014, delta -1%) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (score 16129, delta -1.7%), which are both slightly faster on average, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (score 15679, delta 1.1%) is slightly slower. This places the RX 7700 in a competitive tier, but not at the top of it.

FAQ

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

A: The measured average FPS is 136 at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: Is the combo capable of 60 FPS at 4K?

A: At 4K, only the Medium preset averages above 60 FPS (62 FPS), while High averages 56 FPS and Ultra averages 36 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The i5-12400F’s average benchmark score is 19039, which is virtually identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (19047) and Intel Core 3 201E (19056), with a delta of 0% and -0.1% respectively.

Q: What is the lowest FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 1440p?

A: The minimum FPS for the Medium preset at 2560x1440 is 88.

Q: Which preset provides the highest average FPS at 1080p?

A: The Low preset provides the highest average FPS at 191 at 1920x1080.

Q: How many combos does this pairing outrank in Greedfall?

A: The combo ranks 1307 out of 2938 tested combos, meaning it outranks 1631 combos.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset, along with the minimum and maximum FPS where available.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|---|---|---|---|---|

| 1920x1080 | Low | 191 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 150 | 127 | 172 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 136 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 87 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 132 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 104 | 88 | 120 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 94 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 60 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 79 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 62 | 53 | 71 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 56 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 36 | — | — |

The data shows a consistent hierarchy: Low is always the fastest, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra. The gaps between presets are largest at 1080p and narrow as resolution increases, confirming that the GPU becomes the sole bottleneck at 4K.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a Navi 32 chip, featuring a boost clock of 2459 MHz and a game clock of 2041 MHz. It has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s, which is ample for Greedfall’s textures and assets at any resolution. The GPU’s 2560 shading units and 96 ROPs contribute to a pixel rate of 236.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 393.4 GTexel/s, which are reflected in the measured FPS.

The GPU’s FP32 performance of 25.18 TFLOPS is substantial, but the game’s engine likely does not fully utilize this compute power, as evidenced by the significant FPS drop from 1080p to 4K. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 15852, placing it at the 58th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon R9 370X, has a score of 15862 with a delta of -0.1%, indicating they are statistically equivalent, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (score 16129) is 1.7% faster on average. This positions the RX 7700 as a capable mid-range card, but not a high-end performer.

In Greedfall specifically, the GPU’s role is dominant at 4K, where the Ultra preset’s 36 FPS average suggests that the card’s shading units and memory bandwidth are strained by the higher pixel count. The 16 GB VRAM is not a limiting factor at these settings, as the game does not appear to exceed that capacity, but the raw shader throughput is insufficient for Ultra at 4K. At 1080p, the GPU has enough headroom to push beyond 190 FPS at Low settings, but the CPU’s single-thread performance keeps the average at 191 FPS, indicating a near-perfect balance at that point. Overall, the RX 7700 is the bottleneck in this combo for resolutions above 1440p, and users should adjust settings accordingly to achieve their target frame rates.