Greedfall

Greedfall presents a demanding workload for the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB combination, with benchmark results showing a clear hierarchy where the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The data indicates that this combo ranks in the 12th percentile of tested configurations, placing it in the lower tier for this Action RPG. While the CPU provides ample processing power, the 4 GB graphics card limits performance, making resolution and settings management critical for a playable experience.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep performance drop as resolution increases, which is a classic indicator of GPU-bound rendering. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 107 FPS, but this falls to 74 FPS at 1440p and further to 44 FPS at 4K. This represents a 59% reduction in average frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, demonstrating that the RTX 3050 4 GB is the limiting component as pixel count rises.

The scaling pattern becomes more pronounced at higher settings. With High settings, the average FPS drops from 77 at 1080p to 53 at 1440p and finally to 32 at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is a 31% decrease, while the jump from 1440p to 4K costs another 40% of performance. This non-linear scaling suggests that the 4 GB memory buffer and 128-bit bus are struggling to feed the GPU at higher resolutions, particularly with more demanding visual effects.

Interestingly, the Ultra preset shows the most dramatic falloff, with averages of 49 FPS at 1080p, 34 FPS at 1440p, and just 20 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is only 41% of the 1080p Ultra figure, indicating that this configuration is not viable at the highest resolution and quality combination. The data shows that 1080p is the only resolution where the combo consistently stays above 60 FPS, and only with Low or Medium settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU combo in Greedfall?

A: The measured data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where average FPS stays above 60 across Low, Medium, and High settings. At 2560x1440, only Low settings achieve an average above 60 FPS, while 3840x2160 never reaches 60 FPS on any preset.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform at different resolutions?

A: Ultra settings produce average FPS of 49 at 1080p, 34 at 1440p, and 20 at 4K. The 4K result is below playable thresholds, and even 1080p Ultra dips to 49 FPS average, which may feel inconsistent during combat-heavy scenes.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in Greedfall?

A: The resolution scaling pattern indicates a GPU bottleneck. The Intel Core i5-13400F has 10 cores and 16 threads, which provides strong processing headroom. The RTX 3050 4 GB has a 128-bit memory bus and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth, and the sharp FPS drops at higher resolutions point to graphics memory and pixel throughput limits rather than CPU constraints.

Q: What settings should I use for a 60 FPS target at 1080p?

A: The data shows Low settings average 107 FPS and Medium settings average 84 FPS at 1080p. High settings average 77 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS, but Ultra drops to 49 FPS. Medium or High are the best choices for a smooth 1080p experience.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming?

A: At 1440p, Low settings average 74 FPS, Medium averages 58 FPS, and High averages 53 FPS. Only Low settings consistently exceed 60 FPS. Ultra averages 34 FPS. Players seeking higher quality at 1440p will need to accept frame rates below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 3254 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall, placing it in the lower 12% of all configurations. This low ranking reflects the GPU's limitations in this title, despite the CPU's solid benchmark scores.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F provides substantial compute resources that are not fully taxed in Greedfall. With 10 cores, 16 threads, and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, the CPU posts strong synthetic benchmarks including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22604 and a single-core score of 3191. These numbers place the processor in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292.

The CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals shows it is competitive in general workloads. It scores within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H and essentially matches the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, while trailing the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D by 0.3%. This indicates that the processor has enough headroom to handle game logic, AI, and physics without becoming a bottleneck.

However, the measured FPS data reveals that CPU-bound scenarios are rare in Greedfall. The consistent drop in frame rates with increasing resolution—from 107 FPS at 1080p Low to 44 FPS at 4K Low—shows that the GPU is the limiting factor. Even the lowest settings at 4K cannot push past 44 FPS, which is far below what the CPU could theoretically support. The 4 GB VRAM capacity of the RTX 3050 is likely a key constraint, as Greedfall's environments and textures demand more memory at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB combination ranks 3254 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 12th percentile of all configurations. This low rank is consistent with the GPU's modest specifications—the RTX 3050 4 GB has 2048 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output pipelines, which are suited for 1080p gaming rather than high-resolution rendering.

The CPU's strong benchmark performance does not boost the combo's ranking because Greedfall is clearly GPU-limited in this pairing. The processor's 3DMark scores, including 7314 for 16 threads and 3459 for 4 threads, indicate it can handle multithreaded workloads efficiently. Yet the measured FPS results show that even at 1080p, the Ultra preset only reaches 49 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider minimum for smooth gameplay.

For context, the combo's ranking suggests that a large majority of tested systems outperform it in this game. The data indicates that players with this setup should expect frame rates in the 30-50 FPS range at 1440p with medium-to-high settings, which is significantly below the performance of higher-tier GPUs. The 4 GB memory capacity is a particular weakness, as modern Action RPGs often require more VRAM for high-resolution textures.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1080p with Medium or High settings. The Medium preset averages 84 FPS with a minimum of 72 FPS and maximum of 97 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. High settings average 77 FPS, which is still smooth, but the lack of minimum FPS data means there is some uncertainty about frame pacing in demanding scenes.

For players prioritizing maximum visual quality while maintaining playability, High settings at 1080p is the best choice, as it delivers 77 FPS average without the performance hit of Ultra, which drops to 49 FPS. The Ultra preset's 49 FPS average may be acceptable for some, but the 4 GB VRAM could cause texture pop-in or stutter during extended play sessions.

At 1440p, the data suggests that Low settings (74 FPS average) are the only option for a consistent 60+ FPS experience. Medium settings average 58 FPS, which is borderline, while High drops to 53 FPS. Given the GPU's limitations, players should either stick to 1080p for higher quality or accept lower settings at 1440p. The 4K resolution is not recommended, as even Low settings only achieve 44 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 20 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for Greedfall with the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB is as follows:

At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 107 FPS. Medium settings average 84 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and maximum of 97 FPS. High settings average 77 FPS. Ultra settings average 49 FPS. This resolution is the only one where all settings except Ultra stay above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, Low settings average 74 FPS. Medium settings average 58 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and maximum of 67 FPS. High settings average 53 FPS. Ultra settings average 34 FPS. Only Low settings maintain an average above 60 FPS at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, Low settings average 44 FPS. Medium settings average 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 FPS and maximum of 40 FPS. High settings average 32 FPS. Ultra settings average 20 FPS. None of the settings at 4K reach playable frame rates for most users.

The data shows a clear pattern: the RTX 3050 4 GB is best utilized at 1080p, where it can deliver playable frame rates across most settings. The 4 GB memory capacity and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth limit performance at higher resolutions, and the 128-bit memory bus further constrains data throughput. Players should use the Medium preset at 1080p as a baseline, adjusting to High if they prefer visual fidelity, and avoid Ultra unless they can tolerate frame rates in the 40s.