Greedfall

# Greedfall Performance Analysis: Intel Core i5-12600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

This combo pairs a 10-core, 16-thread Intel Alder Lake processor with a 16 GB Ada Lovelace GPU, producing strong results in Greedfall across all tested resolutions. The data shows a system that comfortably handles 1440p and 1080p gaming, with 4K requiring some settings compromises for smooth play.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate does this combo achieve at 1080p Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 134. This is the most demanding preset at that resolution, but still well above the 60 FPS threshold 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 27799. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, scores 27872, which is 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 27896, also 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, which is 0.3% lower.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER sits in the 76th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 31087. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, scores 31206, just 0.4% higher.

Q: Does the system maintain 60+ FPS at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 87 FPS, Medium averages 95 FPS, and Low averages 121 FPS. However, Ultra settings drop to 55 FPS average, which falls below the 60 FPS mark.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 delivers 145 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 93 FPS. Medium hits 160 FPS. For the balance of visual quality and performance, High at 145 FPS is the strongest option.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations in Greedfall?

A: This pairing ranks 466th out of 3703 tested combos, placing it in the top 12.6% of all configurations tested for this game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF brings 10 cores and 16 threads from the Alder Lake architecture, running on the Intel Socket 1700 platform. Base clock sits at 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, and the chip carries a 125 W TDP. The processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel with a 215 mm² die size.

Cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel memory bus. The CPU provides Gen 4 PCIe with 20 lanes from the CPU itself. This processor has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking potential for users who want extra performance.

Synthetic benchmark results show a balanced performer. In Cinebench R23, the chip scores 23391 multicore and 3302 singlecore. Geekbench results are 12137 multicore and 2157 singlecore. PassMark multithread score reaches 27575, while singlethread hits 3925. The 3DMark results scale from 1016 single-thread to 7956 with 16 threads, indicating solid scaling across core counts.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is handling game logic, AI, and physics calculations. The PassMark physics score of 1539 suggests capable processing for the game's systems. The 10-core configuration with 16 threads provides headroom for background tasks while gaming. The single-thread performance of 3925 in PassMark is particularly relevant for games that rely on one or two primary threads.

The CPU's 79th percentile ranking among all processors indicates it outperforms the majority of CPUs tested. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, performs nearly identically with a 0.3% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, a popular gaming chip, also sits at 0.3% higher, showing this i5-12600KF is competitive with top gaming processors from the previous generation.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER uses the AD103 chip on a 5 nm TSMC process, featuring 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The GPU clocks at 2340 MHz base and 2610 MHz boost, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory operates on a 256-bit bus, delivering 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

Compute resources include 8448 shading units, 264 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. The card has 66 RT cores and 264 tensor cores, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Pixel rate is 250.6 GPixel/s, texture rate is 689.0 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance reaches 44.10 TFLOPS.

The card draws 285 W TDP and requires a 600 W power supply recommendation. It uses a triple-slot cooler design with a single 16-pin power connector. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a. Physical dimensions are 310 mm long, 140 mm high, and 61 mm wide.

In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 31811 in PassMark G3D and 18372 in GPU compute. Geekbench OpenCL reaches 199267, while Vulkan scores 53683. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test produces 5569. The 76th percentile ranking places this GPU above most graphics cards tested.

For Greedfall, the GPU's 16 GB VRAM provides ample capacity for high-resolution textures. The 672.3 GB/s memory bandwidth ensures texture streaming keeps up with fast movement and scene transitions. The 44.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance delivers the raw compute needed for modern rendering techniques.

The nearest GPU rivals show interesting comparisons. The NVIDIA TITAN RTX scores 31676, which is 1.9% higher. The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell sits 1.4% higher at 31532. Even the Quadro M5000 scores slightly higher at 31206. This indicates the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is positioned within a tight performance band among top-tier GPUs.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 466th out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places the pairing in the top 12.6% of all configurations tested, a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU.

The ranking suggests the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU significantly in this title. The 10-core processor provides enough throughput to keep the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER fed with data. The GPU's synthetic scores align well with its in-game performance, indicating the system scales as expected.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing sits comfortably above the median. The 466th rank out of 3703 means roughly 87% of tested configurations perform worse. This is a capable combination for Greedfall, particularly for users targeting high refresh rate 1440p or playable 4K performance.

The CPU's 79th percentile and GPU's 76th percentile rankings align with the combo's overall position. Neither component dramatically outperforms or underperforms the other, creating a balanced system. The CPU's 0.3% delta from the Ryzen 7 5800X3D suggests similar combos with that processor would rank closely.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings produce 293 FPS average, Medium hits 230 FPS with a minimum of 196 and maximum of 265. High settings yield 209 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 134 FPS. All presets at 1080p exceed 130 FPS, making this resolution trivial for the hardware.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings achieve 203 FPS average. Medium settings produce 160 FPS with minimum 136 and maximum 184. High settings deliver 145 FPS average. Ultra settings still manage 93 FPS average. The 1440p results show the system handles high refresh rate gaming at this resolution with ease.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes. Low settings produce 121 FPS average, Medium hits 95 FPS with minimum 81 and maximum 110. High settings maintain 87 FPS average. Ultra settings drop to 55 FPS average, falling below the 60 FPS threshold. The 4K results demonstrate that Ultra settings are not viable at this resolution with this hardware.

The scaling pattern is consistent. Moving from Low to Medium costs roughly 20-25% performance, Medium to High costs another 10-15%, and High to Ultra costs 35-40%. The Ultra preset at 4K shows the largest performance penalty, likely due to extreme texture and shadow settings that stress the GPU's compute resources.

Resolution scaling follows expected patterns. Going from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by about 30-35% across settings. From 1440p to 4K, frame rates drop another 40-45%. The system delivers playable performance at all tested settings except 4K Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

For 4K gaming, the High preset at 87 FPS average is the clear choice. It provides strong visual quality while staying well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 95 FPS offers slightly better performance but noticeably lower visual fidelity. Ultra at 55 FPS is not recommended, as the frame rate dips below smooth playability.

At 1440p, the High preset at 145 FPS is the sweet spot. This delivers excellent visual quality with frame rates high enough for 144Hz displays. The Ultra preset at 93 FPS is also viable for users prioritizing maximum visual quality over frame rate. The Medium preset at 160 FPS makes sense for competitive play, though the visual trade-off is noticeable.

For 1080p, all presets deliver exceptional performance. The Ultra preset at 134 FPS is the best choice, providing the highest visual quality while maintaining frame rates suitable for high refresh rate monitors. Users with 240Hz displays might prefer High at 209 FPS or Medium at 230 FPS, though the visual differences are less apparent at this resolution.

The best overall experience depends on the display. For 4K users, High settings provide the optimal balance. For 1440p users, High or Ultra both work well depending on preference. For 1080p users, Ultra is the recommended preset, with High as a fallback for maximum frame rates.

The minimum FPS data for Medium settings shows consistent frame pacing. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 81 FPS ensures no drops below 60 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the 136 FPS minimum maintains high refresh rate performance. At 1080p Medium, the 196 FPS minimum ensures smooth performance even in demanding scenes. The Ultra and High presets lack minimum FPS data, but average frame rates suggest stable performance.