Greedfall

Greedfall, the 2019 action RPG from Spiders, presents a demanding workload for the Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB. The measured data shows this combination produces a playable, though not flawless, experience, with performance heavily dependent on resolution and quality settings. The system's ranking at 3254 out of 3703 tested combos indicates it sits in the lower performance tier for this title, making the selection of appropriate settings critical for a smooth experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo can achieve in Greedfall?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 107 at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This represents the most performant configuration available in the measured data.

Q: Can this system handle 4K resolution in Greedfall?

A: The data shows that at 3840x2160, the average frame rates are quite low. With High settings, the average FPS is 32, and with Ultra settings, it drops to 20 FPS. These results indicate that 4K is generally not viable for a smooth experience with this hardware.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 60 FPS target at 1080p?

A: To achieve a frame rate at or near 60 FPS at 1920x1080, the High preset, which yields an average of 77 FPS, is the ideal choice. The Medium preset also works well at 84 FPS, but High provides better visual quality while still maintaining a significant margin above the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19039. This places it essentially on par with the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, which scores 19047, and the Intel Core i5-1335U, which scores 18982hol. It is also nearly identical to the Intel Core 3 201E and AMD EPYC 7773X, with score differences of less than 1%.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this system?

A: The only minimum FPS values recorded are for the Medium preset. The lowest of these is 30 FPS at 3840x2160 resolution Dropping to 50 FPS at 2560x1440 and 72 FPS at 1920x1080.

Q: Where does this system rank among all tested hardware combinations for Greedfall?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB combination ranks at 3254 out of 3703 total tested combos in Greedfall. This percentile places it in the lower performance tier for this specific game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured frame rates provide a clear hierarchy for optimizing the Greedfall experience. The central challenge is balancing visual fidelity with the hardware's capabilities. For players targeting a standard 60 FPS experience, the data suggests that 1080p is the most practical resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 77 FPS, offering a comfortable buffer above the target. However, the Ultra preset at the same resolution drops to an average of 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may introduce noticeable stutter.

For those with higher-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset at 1080p provides an average of 107 FPS, which can make use of displays with refresh rates up to 100Hz or more. The Medium preset is a strong middle ground, yielding an average of 84 FPS while providing a moderate boost in visual quality over Low. The data for 1440p shows that the High preset achieves an average of 53 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset at this resolution is also viable at 58 FPS, making it a better choice than High for a smoother experience, though neither reaches the 60 FPS target consistently.

At 4K, the results are generally too low for comfortable gameplay. The Low preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 44 FPS, which is the only playable option at that resolution, but it still falls short of a smooth 60 FPS experience. The High and Medium presets at 4K, with averages of 32 and 35 FPS respectively, are marginal at best. The Ultra preset at 4K is effectively unplayable, with an average of just 20 FPS. The best experience, per the measured data, is achieved by using the High preset at 1920x1080, as it provides the best combination of visual quality and performance, maintaining an average well above the 60 FPS target.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F 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 synthetic benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12380 and a single-core score of 1680, indicate a solid level of processing power for gaming. The data from Greedfall shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions. For instance, at 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches an average of 107 FPS, which is a high frame rate that suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data.

The CPU's performance percentile of 73, relative to all CPUs, indicates it is a capable processor. Its nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and the Intel Core i5-1335U, have nearly identical average benchmark scores (19047 and 18982, respectively), confirming that the 12400F is a well-positioned mid-range part. However, as resolution increases, the load shifts to the GPU. The fact that frame rates drop from 107 FPS at 1080p Low to 44 FPS at 4K Low demonstrates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions Jard. The CPU's role is to maintain a sufficient frame rate ceiling, which it does effectively, as evidenced by the high scores at 1080p.

The processor's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory are features that help maintain consistent performance. While the i5-12400F is not the most powerful CPU on the market, its benchmark results, including a PassMark multi-thread score of 19433 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 9472, show that it has ample headroom for this game. The data suggests that in Greedfall, the Core i5-12400F provides a stable foundation, allowing the GPU to be the primary determinant of performance, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined performance of the Intel Core i5-12400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB places it at rank 3254 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This ranking, which is in the lower 12% of all configurations, clearly indicates that this is not a high-performance pairing for this specific title. The score suggests that a significant majority of other CPU-GPU combinations tested will deliver higher frame rates in Greedfall. This is a crucial point for context, as the system's overall capability is below average for this game.

This low ranking is primarily attributable to the GPU's limited 4 GB of VRAM and performance class, rather than the CPU. The CPU's individual benchmark percentile is 73, which is above average. In contrast, the GPU's percentile is 50, placing it in the middle of the pack. The combination of a solid CPU with a mid-range GPU results in a system that is held back by its graphics card in a demanding game like Greedfall. The data shows that while the CPU can support high frame rates, the GPU cannot maintain those rates at higher resolutions or with more demanding settings.

For context, the ranking is not a measure of absolute failure, but rather a relative position. The system is fully capable of playing the game, as shown by the 77 FPS average at 1080p High. However, users seeking higher fidelity or higher resolutions will find the hardware's limitations. The rank of 3254 serves as a warning that this combo is not optimized for Greedfall's most demanding scenarios, and users should temper their expectations accordingly, focusing on 1080p gameplay to get the best results.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB is the other half of this pairing, and its characteristics are central to understanding the system's performance. The GPU has a base clock of 1545 MHz and a boost clock of 1740 MHz, with 2048 shading units. Its memory configuration includes 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 192.0 GB/s. The GPU's percentile rank of 50 places it in the median performance tier for all GPUs. In Greedfall, the GPU's role is the dominant factor in determining frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions.

The 4 GB VRAM is a significant limitation. While Greedfall is not a VRAM-heavy title by modern standards, the data suggests that the GPU's memory capacity and bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the performance drops sharply at 4K. The GPU's raw compute power, rated at 7.127 TFLOPS for FP32, is a key indicator of its capabilities. The frame rate data shows that the RTX 3050 struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K, with an average of 32 FPS on High settings and 44 FPS on Low. This is a clear sign that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

At 1440p, the GPU performs better, with an average of 53 FPS on High and 74 FPS on Low. However, the most impressive results are at 1080p, where the GPU can push an average of 77 FPS on High and 107 FPS on Low. This pattern is typical of a mid-range GPU: it excels at 1080p, struggles at 4K, and offers a passable experience at 1440p. The GPU's 90W TDP and 250W suggested PSU are modest, but its performance is what ultimately defines the user experience. The data indicates that the RTX 3050 4 GB is best utilized at 1080p, where it can provide a smooth, high-frame-rate experience without being overly stressed.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the system is most capable. With Low settings, the average FPS is 107. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 84 FPS, with a minimum of 72 and a maximum of 97. High settings yield an average of 77 FPS, and Ultra settings produce an average of 49 FPS. This shows a clear and predictable decline in performance as visual fidelity increases, with a 58 FPS difference between the Low and Ultra presets.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a notable step down. Low settings average 74 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 107 FPS seen at 1080p. Medium settings average 58 FPS, with a minimum of 50 and a maximum of 67. High settings produce an average of 53 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to an average of 34 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 40 FPS. The frame rates here suggest that 1440p is a viable option for those willing to use lower settings, but the High and Ultra presets begin to show the strain on the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are most apparent. Low settings average 44 FPS, which is the only setting that approaches playability. Medium settings average 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 40. High settings average 32 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to an average of 20 FPS. This data clearly demonstrates that 4K is not a practical resolution for this combination, as even the Low preset fails to maintain a consistent 60 FPS. The average FPS values across all settings are below the threshold for a smooth gaming experience, confirming that the GPU is overwhelmed at this resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is a critical indicator of the system's bottleneck. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 with High settings, the average FPS drops from 77 to 53, a decrease of 24 FPS or roughly 31%. This is a substantial drop, but the game remains playable. When moving from 1440p to 4K, the average FPS with High settings drops from 53 to 32, a decrease of 21 FPS or about 40%. This steeper decline highlights the GPU's struggle with the increased pixel count.

The pattern is similar across other settings. With Low settings, the average FPS drops from 107 at 1080p to 74 at 1440p (a 33 FPS or 31% reduction), and then to 44 at 4K (a 30 FPS or 41% reduction). This consistent pattern indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions. The CPU, with its high benchmark scores, is capable of maintaining high frame rates, but the RTX 3050 cannot sustain the same level of performance as the resolution increases.

The scaling behavior suggests a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p, the CPU is powerful enough to push frame rates high, but the GPU's workload increases dramatically with resolution. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, but the subsequent drop to 4K is even more severe, as the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources become saturated. The data shows that the system operates best as a 1080p machine, with 1440p being a compromise, and 4K being an unrealistic target. The limiting component is unequivocally the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB.