Greedfall

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX paired with the Intel Core i5-12600KF delivers a commanding performance profile in Greedfall, with the measured frames per second (FPS) data showing that this combination is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions. The combo ranks 562nd out of 3703 tested combinations, placing it in the top 15.2% of all systems, which suggests that while it is not an absolute top-tier configuration, it provides a very strong experience for this Action RPG. The data reveals a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K Ultra being the only setting that challenges its capabilities.

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

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and can boost up to 4.90 GHz, which is crucial for gaming workloads that often rely on single-thread performance. The processor has a 20 MB shared L3 cache and a per-core L2 cache of 1.25 MB, which helps with data locality in game engines. Its benchmark scores are substantial—hitting 23,391 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,302 in single-core—indicating that it has ample headroom to feed even a high-end GPU like the RX 7900 XTX.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU, as the FPS scaling patterns suggest the processor is not the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 290 FPS, which is an extremely high frame rate that indicates the CPU can handle the game's logic and draw calls without limiting the GPU. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,956 and max-thread score of 7,952 show that the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are consistent, while the single-thread score of 1,016 in 3DMark reinforces its strength in lightly-threaded scenarios. The processor's 125 W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it a capable gaming chip, but the data suggests that in this specific title, its performance is more than sufficient rather than a defining factor.

The nearest rival data for the CPU shows it is incredibly close to the Intel Core i9-10900K (with a deltaPct of -0.3%), meaning the i5-12600KF is effectively on par with that older flagship. It also trades blows with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which is only 0.3% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, which is 0.3% behind. These tight deltas indicate that the i5-12600KF sits in a performance sweet spot where its 10 cores and high boost clock are more than adequate for maintaining high frame rates in Greedfall, even when paired with a top-tier GPU. The 3Dmark 8-thread score of 6,128 versus the 4-thread score of 3,806 shows good scaling, but the game likely uses fewer threads, making the single-core boost speed more relevant.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

With a combo rank of 562 out of 3,703 tested combinations, this pairing of the i5-12600KF and RX 7900 XTX is positioned in the upper echelon of systems tested for Greedfall. This rank places it in the 84.8th percentile, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of other CPU-GPU pairings that have been benchmarked. The data suggests that while it is not the absolute fastest combination available, it is far from a mid-range setup; it sits comfortably in the high-performance segment. The percentile rank of 562/3703 implies that only about 15% of tested combos are faster, which is a strong showing for a system that does not feature the absolute latest generation components.

This ranking is particularly interesting when considering the GPU's own percentile of 64 (against all GPUs), which is lower than the combo's overall rank. This discrepancy suggests that the CPU is helping the system punch above its weight in this specific game, or that the GPU's raw benchmark scores do not fully translate to Greedfall's engine. The GPU's average benchmark score is 19,410, but its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB (0.4% ahead) and the NVIDIA TITAN Xp (1.2% behind), which are very different cards in terms of generation and capability. This indicates that the RX 7900 XTX's synthetic benchmark performance is not necessarily indicative of its gaming prowess, and the combo rank reflects a more holistic picture of real-world FPS.

The gap between the combo rank and the GPU's individual percentile highlights that the i5-12600KF is not holding the system back. In fact, the CPU's 79th percentile ranking among all CPUs helps to boost the overall combo performance. The data implies that in Greedfall, the combination of a strong single-threaded CPU and a high-bandwidth GPU yields better results than the GPU's raw compute power alone might suggest. The 562nd rank out of 3,703 is a clear indicator that this is a well-balanced system for this title, capable of delivering high frame rates across most settings, as seen in the measured FPS data.

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

The resolution scaling data reveals a classic pattern where the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count increases. At 1080p High, the system produces 207 FPS, which drops to 143 FPS at 1440p (a 30.9% decrease) and further to 85 FPS at 4K (an additional 40.6% decrease from 1440p). This steep drop-off from 1440p to 4K is a strong indicator that the RX 7900 XTX is being pushed to its limits at 4K, while the CPU has more than enough headroom to handle the lower resolutions. The fact that 1080p Low hits 290 FPS suggests that the frame rate is not artificially capped and that the CPU can deliver extremely high frame rates when the GPU load is low.

Looking at the Medium settings, the data shows a similar trend: 228 FPS at 1080p, 158 FPS at 1440p, and 94 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is 30.7%, and from 1440p to 4K is 40.5%, which is nearly identical to the High settings. This consistency in scaling percentages across different presets strongly suggests that the limiting factor is purely the GPU's rendering capability, not any CPU-side bottleneck. If the CPU were limiting, we would expect to see a smaller percentage drop at lower resolutions where the CPU has more work to do relative to the GPU.

The Ultra settings tell a more dramatic story, with 132 FPS at 1080p dropping to 91 FPS at 1440p (a 31.1% decrease) and then plummeting to 55 FPS at 4K (a 39.6% decrease from 1440p). The 4K Ultra result of 55 FPS is the only measurement that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that this is the point where the GPU is fully saturated. The data clearly shows that the i5-12600KF is not the bottleneck at any resolution, as the frame rates at 1080p are exceptionally high and scale down smoothly with resolution. This is a GPU-limited scenario, where the RX 7900 XTX's 24 GB of GDDR6 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed heavily by the higher pixel counts.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain high frame rates?

A: According to the measured data, 1440p High provides an average of 143 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1080p High, the average jumps to 207 FPS, but 1440p offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, as 4K High still delivers a solid 85 FPS.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?*

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K High, the average FPS is 85, and at 4K Medium it is 94, both of which are playable. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 55 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS benchmark that many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27,799. It is 0.3% behind the Intel Core i9-10900K and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, but it is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE. This indicates it is statistically tied with these processors in overall performance.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck in this system?

A: The data suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with GPU-bound scaling, and the CPU's high benchmark scores indicate it has sufficient headroom to support the RX 7900 XTX.

Q: What is the frame time consistency like at different settings?

A: The measured data only includes min and max FPS for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the min is 193 FPS and max is 262 FPS, showing a 69 FPS spread. At 1440p Medium, the min is 134 FPS and max is 181 FPS, a 47 FPS spread. At 4K Medium, the min is 80 FPS and max is 108 FPS, a 28 FPS spread.

Q: How does the combo rank against all other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 562nd out of 3,703 tested combinations, placing it in the top 15.2% of all systems tested for Greedfall. This is a strong ranking that indicates high overall performance.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a behemoth of a graphics card, built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with a 5 nm process. It features 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering a massive 960.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is critical for Greedfall, which is an open-world Action RPG that likely requires large texture loads and high-resolution assets. The GPU's base clock is 1929 MHz, with a boost clock of 2498 MHz and a game clock of 2365 MHz, providing substantial compute power. Its 61.39 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 479.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are among the highest in its class, which explains why it can push such high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

The GPU's 64th percentile ranking against all GPUs is interesting, given its high-end specsable to maintain. Its average benchmark score of 19,410 places it near the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB (0.4% ahead) and the NVIDIA Quadro K5200 (1% behind), which are significantly less powerful cards in real-world gaming. This suggests that the RX 7900 XTX's synthetic benchmark scores may not fully capture its gaming performance, or that the benchmark suite weights certain workloads differently than Greedfall does. The measured FPS data, however, tells a much more flattering story, with the card delivering 132 FPS at 1080p Ultra and 207 FPS at 1080p High.

The 24 GB VRAM buffer is particularly relevant for 4K gaming, as it allows the card to hold large textures without swapping to system memory. The data shows that at 4K High, the card manages 85 FPS, which is a strong result, but at 4K Ultra it drops to 55 FPS. This drop is likely not due to VRAM capacity, but rather the sheer compute load of Ultra settings at 4K. The GPU's 96 ray accelerators and 6,144 shading units are being heavily utilized, and the 2,498 MHz boost clock helps to mitigate performance drops, but the 4K Ultra setting is simply too demanding for consistent 60 FPS play.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, all presets are playable, with High delivering 207 FPS and Ultra delivering 132 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most visually demanding, but the 132 FPS average is still well above the 60 FPS threshold, making it a viable choice for those with high-refresh-rate monitors. However, the Medium preset at 228 FPS offers a smoother experience with likely minimal visual differences on most displays, so it represents a good balance between performance and fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset at 143 FPS is the sweet spot, as it provides a nearly 2.4x improvement over the 60 FPS baseline and ensures smooth gameplay. Ultra at 91 FPS is also acceptable, but the drop from 143 to 91 FPS (a 36.4% decrease) may not justify the visual upgrade for all players. Medium at 158 FPS is the highest average at this resolution, but the difference between Medium and High is only 15 FPS, suggesting that High is the better choice for visual quality without sacrificing significant performance.

At 4K, the High preset is the clear recommendation, as it delivers 85 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a good balance. The Ultra preset at 55 FPS is below 60 FPS and may result in noticeable stuttering on some displays, so it should be avoided unless the user has a VRR (variable refresh rate) monitor. The Medium preset at 94 FPS is also a strong option, but High offers better visuals for only a 9 FPS penalty. The Low preset at 4K delivers 120 FPS, but the visual quality trade-off is likely too severe for a game like Greedfall that relies on atmosphere and detail.

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

At 1920x1080, the measurements show a wide range of performance across presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 290 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this combo. The Medium preset averages 228 FPS, with a minimum of 193 FPS and a maximum of 262 FPS, indicating some frame time variance but still excellent performance. High averages 207 FPS, which is a 9.2% drop from Medium. The Ultra preset averages 132 FPS, which is a significant 36.2% drop from High, showing that Ultra settings have a substantial impact on performance at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. Low averages 201 FPS, which is a 30.7% decrease from 1080p Low. Medium averages 158 FPS, with a min of 134 FPS and a max of 181 FPS, showing a tighter frame time distribution than at 1080p. High averages 143 FPS, which is a 9.5% drop from Medium. Ultra averages 91 FPS, which is a 36.4% drop from High, mirroring the 1080p scaling pattern and confirming that Ultra is consistently more demanding relative to High.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. Low averages 120 FPS, which is a 40.3% drop from 1440p Low relation. Medium averages 94 FPS, with a min of 80 FPS and a max of 108 FPS, showing a 28 FPS spread that is the tightest of any resolution. High averages 85 FPS, which is a 9.6% drop from Medium. Ultra averages 55 FPS, which is a 35.3% drop from High and the only setting that falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is not recommended for this combo, while 4K High provides a playable experience.