Greedfall

# Greedfall Performance Analysis: Intel Core i5-12600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060

This combination of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a robust Greedfall experience, ranking in the 837th position out of 1,705 tested combos. That places this pairing in the upper half of all configurations, indicating solid mid-pack performance for this 2019 Action RPG. The data shows a system capable of handling the game's demands across most resolutions, though 4K Ultra settings push the hardware to its limits. The CPU sits at the 84th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 73rd percentile, suggesting a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 837 out of 1,705 tested combinations places it just below the median but firmly in the upper 51st percentile of all tested systems. This is a respectable showing for a mid-range 2025 GPU paired with a 2021 CPU. The Intel Core i5-12600KF demonstrates strong compute capabilities with its 10 cores and 16 threads, achieving a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23,444 and a single-core score of 3,309. These figures indicate the processor can handle Greedfall's CPU-bound scenarios without becoming the primary limiting factor.

In terms of CPU rivals, the i5-12600KF sits remarkably close to the Intel Core i9-10900K, with average benchmark scores of 27,827 versus 27,829 — a negligible 0% difference. The i5-12600K is similarly matched at 27,851, just 0.1% behind, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H trails by 0.2% at 27,872. The Intel Core i7-13700H comes in at 27,716, which is 0.4% ahead of the i5-12600KF. This clustering shows the processor is competitively positioned within its performance class.

The GPU side shows the RTX 5060 achieving an average benchmark score of 30,109, placing it directly alongside the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT at 30,097 (0% difference). The NVIDIA Tesla M60 scores 29,969, representing a 0.5% gap, while the RTX 5070 Mobile reaches 29,928, just 0.6% ahead. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 570 posts a higher score of 30,158, putting it 0.2% ahead of the RTX 5060 — a quirk of the benchmark data that doesn't reflect real-world gaming performance. The RTX 5060's PassMark G3D score of 20,891 and GPU compute score of 10,899 confirm its mid-range positioning.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 brings 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is the primary constraint at higher resolutions and settings. The GPU's base clock runs at 2280 MHz with a boost clock of 2497 MHz, while memory operates at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective transfer. These clock speeds, combined with 3,840 shading units and 30 RT cores, provide the computational foundation for Greedfall's rendering workload.

The Blackwell 2.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 21,900 million transistors on a 181 mm² die, offers modern feature support including DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU's 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 19.18 TFLOPS of FP16 (1:1 ratio) indicate balanced compute capabilities. The 120 TMUs and 48 ROPs handle texture and pixel processing, with a texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s.

In Greedfall specifically, the 8 GB VRAM capacity proves adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but becomes a limiting factor at 4K Ultra settings. The measured FPS data shows a dramatic drop from 54.9 FPS at 4K High to 33.4 FPS at 4K Ultra, suggesting the GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity are strained at the highest settings. The game's 2019 release date means it doesn't heavily utilize RT cores, but the 30 RT cores remain available for any enhanced effects.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p resolution?

A: At 1920x1080, the system delivers strong results across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 189.6 FPS, Medium reaches 147.8 FPS, High achieves 138.5 FPS, and Ultra drops to 89 FPS. These figures indicate smooth gameplay even at the highest settings for 1080p displays.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this setup?

A: At 3840x2160, the combo manages 78.2 FPS on Low settings, 61.8 FPS on Medium, and 54.9 FPS on High. However, Ultra settings fall to 33.4 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for comfortable gameplay. High settings at 4K remain playable.

Q: What is the best resolution to settings ratio?

A: The 2560x1440 resolution offers the best balance. High settings achieve 96.1 FPS, Medium reaches 106 FPS, and Low hits 134.9 FPS. Even Ultra maintains 57.6 FPS, making 1440p the sweet spot for this hardware combination.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF scores 27,827 on average, essentially tied with the Intel Core i9-10900K at 27,829 (0% difference). It trails the i5-12600K by only 0.1% and the Core Ultra 5 125H by 0.2%, while leading the i7-13700H by 0.4%.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p Ultra settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the system produces an average of 57.6 FPS. This is slightly below the 60 FPS target but remains playable for a slower-paced Action RPG like Greedfall.

Q: Does the GPU bottleneck the CPU at any resolution?

A: At 1080p Low settings, the 189.6 FPS result suggests the CPU may be limiting performance, as the GPU's capabilities exceed what this setting demands. At higher resolutions and settings, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, particularly at 4K Ultra where FPS drops to 33.4.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals distinct performance tiers across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its peak capabilities. Low settings deliver 189.6 FPS, providing headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings reach 147.8 FPS, while High settings achieve 138.5 FPS. Ultra settings at 1080p still produce 89 FPS, maintaining smooth gameplay. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 53% reduction in frame rate, indicating the GPU's workload increases substantially with visual quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows expected degradation. Low settings hit 134.9 FPS, Medium reaches 106 FPS, and High settings achieve 96.1 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 57.6 FPS, crossing below the 60 FPS threshold but remaining playable. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 29-35% across settings, consistent with the increased pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to struggle at higher settings. Low settings produce 78.2 FPS, Medium achieves 61.8 FPS, and High settings reach 54.9 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 33.4 FPS, which is noticeably below comfortable playability. The 4K Ultra result represents a 64% reduction from 1080p Ultra, highlighting the GPU's limitations at this resolution. The data indicates that 4K gaming is possible but requires compromising on visual quality to maintain smooth performance.

The progression from Low to Ultra at each resolution shows consistent scaling. At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra is 100.6 FPS. At 1440p, this gap narrows to 77.3 FPS. At 4K, the gap reduces to 44.8 FPS. This pattern suggests the GPU becomes increasingly bandwidth-limited at higher resolutions, reducing the performance difference between settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal gaming experience depends on the display resolution. For 1080p displays, Ultra settings at 89 FPS provide the best visual quality while maintaining smooth gameplay. The 89 FPS average comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS target and remains well above the 30 FPS minimum for playability. Players prioritizing higher refresh rates can drop to High settings for 138.5 FPS, a 55.6% increase in frame rate with minimal visual compromise.

For 1440p displays, High settings at 96.1 FPS represent the best balance of visual fidelity and performance. This setting maintains frame rates well above 60 FPS while delivering detailed graphics. Medium settings at 106 FPS offer a slight performance boost for players sensitive to frame rate fluctuations, while Ultra at 57.6 FPS remains viable for those who prioritize maximum visual quality over the 60 FPS threshold.

At 4K resolution, High settings at 54.9 FPS provide the best playable experience. Medium settings at 61.8 FPS achieve the 60 FPS target while sacrificing some visual quality. Low settings at 78.2 FPS offer the smoothest 4K experience but significantly reduce graphical fidelity. Ultra settings at 33.4 FPS are not recommended for regular gameplay, as the frame rate falls below comfortable playability standards.

The data suggests that this system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high-quality visuals with excellent frame rates. For 4K enthusiasts, High or Medium settings provide the most balanced experience. The 8 GB VRAM capacity and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth of the RTX 5060 are adequate for most scenarios but become limiting factors at 4K Ultra, where the 33.4 FPS result indicates the GPU is overwhelmed by the combined demands of resolution and visual complexity.