Greedfall

Greedfall, an Action RPG released on 2019-09-09, presents a specific performance profile when paired with the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT. The measured data indicates this combination is capable of high frame rates at standard resolutions, but the demands of 4K resolution place a significant burden on the GPU. This analysis examines the measured frames per second (FPS) across different resolutions and settings, the role of the CPU and GPU, and how this specific combo ranks among the 3703 tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 clearly identifies the GPU as the primary limiting factor in this configuration. At the High settings preset, the average FPS drops from 130 at 1080p to 90 at 1440p, and finally to 54 at 4K. This represents a 58.5% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K. The progression is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K incurs a 40% performance penalty, while the jump from 1080p to 1440p incurs a 30.8% penalty, indicating that the rendering load scales more aggressively at higher resolutions.

The pattern is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 182 at 1080p to 126 at 1440p and then to 75 at 4K. This is a total drop of 58.8% from 1080p to 4K. At Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 143 at 1080p to 99 at 1440p and 59 at 4K, a reduction of 58.7%. Even at the demanding Ultra preset, which starts at 83 FPS in 1080p, the score drops to 57 at 1440p and 34 at 4K, representing a 59% total decrease.

The consistency of this scaling pattern—hovering around a 58-59% performance loss from 1080p to 4K across all settings—is a strong indicator that the rendering resolution, not the CPU or game logic, is the bottleneck. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rate would plateau at lower resolutions regardless of the GPU load. Here, the steady climb in FPS as resolution decreases suggests that the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT has ample headroom at lower resolutions and is only fully saturated when pixel count increases. The data shows that 1080p and 1440p are well within the comfortable operating range for this combo, while 4K pushes the GPU to its limits, making high refresh rate play at that resolution unattainable.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is the decisive component in this pairing for Greedfall. Its specifications, including a base clock of 2321 MHz and a boost clock of 2581 MHz, provide the raw compute power needed for the game's rendering. The GPU operates with a game clock of 2424 MHz, which is the typical sustained frequency during gaming workloads. The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for the texture and geometry data at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests it becomes a limiting factor at 4K.

The GPU's performance percentile, sitting at 72nd place among all GPUs, indicates it is a mid-to-high-tier part, but its measured performance in Greedfall shows it cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K with the High preset, where it averages 54 FPS. The Ultra preset is even more demanding, yielding an average of just 34 FPS at 4K. This is a significant drop from the 83 FPS average at 1080p on the same Ultra preset, highlighting that the Ultra settings introduce effects that are particularly taxing on the GPU's compute units and memory subsystem.

The benchmark scores for the GPU support its positioning. In the Passmark G3D test, it scores 19786, and its average benchmark score is 27425. In comparison to its nearest rivals, the data shows it performs nearly identically to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (0% delta) and is only 0.5% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, a much larger desktop card. This indicates that the RX 6700 XT provides exceptional relative performance for its class, but the 4K results in Greedfall demonstrate that even performance at this level is not enough for maximum settings at that resolution. The VRAM capacity, while generous, is not the primary constraint here because the frame rate drops are consistent across all presets, suggesting that the core compute and memory bandwidth are saturated by the resolution increase.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination ranks 1938th out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it in the 47.7th percentile of all tested systems, which means it performs better than just under half of all configurations in the database. While not a top-tier ranking, this position is respectable considering the breadth of hardware tested.

The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's performance at higher resolutions. At 1080p and 1440p, the frame rates are very high, which would push the combo's rank much higher if those were the only metrics. However, the 4K results, particularly the 34 FPS average on Ultra, drag the overall ranking down. The combo's rank suggests it is a solid mid-range performer that excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming but is not designed for the most demanding 4K scenarios.

The CPU's own benchmark scores are strong, with a 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U (0.1% faster), the Intel Core i9-11900 (0.2% faster), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (0.2% slower). This shows that the i5-14400F is a very capable processor that won't hold back the GPU in most scenarios, but the combo's overall rank is still dictated by the GPU's ability to render frames, which is the bottleneck in Greedfall.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with the High settings preset is 130 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: The data shows it struggles with 4K. At 4K with the High preset, the average FPS is 54, and on the Ultra preset, it drops to 34 FPS. Only the Low preset at 4K achieves a playable average of 75 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F has an average benchmark score of 32279. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, scores 32233, making the i5-14400F just 0.1% faster. It is also 0.2% faster than the Intel Core i9-11900 but 0.2% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS.

Q: What is the maximum FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 182, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. The highest maximum FPS is 164, recorded at 1080p with the Medium preset.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and size?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the combo's rank out of all tested configurations?

A: This specific CPU and GPU combo ranks 1938th out of 3703 total tested combinations for Greedfall.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete matrix of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. The following is a detailed breakdown of the exact average FPS figures.

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers high frame rates suitable for competitive or high-refresh-rate displays. The Low preset averages 182 FPS, the High preset averages 130 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 143 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 122 FPS and maximum of 164 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, producing an average of 83 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong, though the gap between presets widens. The Low preset averages 126 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 99 FPS, with a minimum of 84 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS. The High preset averages 90 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to an average of 57 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The Low preset is the only one that maintains a high average FPS, scoring 75. The Medium preset averages 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS. The High preset averages 54 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to an average of 34 FPS dropped to 34 FPS. These 4K numbers indicate that the Ultra and High presets are not suitable for smooth gameplay at this resolution.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F plays a supporting role in this configuration, but it is a strong one. With 10 cores and 16 threads, it provides ample multi-threaded performance for modern game engines. Its base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz allow for high single-threaded performance, which is critical for game logic and draw call processing. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and is built on the Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process.

The CPU's benchmark results demonstrate its capability. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21645 in multi-core and 3055 in single-core tests. Its Geekbench scores are 11268 for multi-core and 2058 for single-core. This level of performance places the CPU in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it is faster than 83% of processors in the database. Its Passmark multithread score is 25470.

Given that Greedfall's frame rate scales almost entirely with resolution, the CPU is likely not the bottleneck in this pairing. The high FPS at 1080p (e.g., 182 FPS on Low) suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to achieve very high frame rates. The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks, like the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and Intel Core i9-11900, all have nearly identical average scores, confirming that the i5-14400F is a consistent performer that won't introduce inconsistencies in frame pacing.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For players using a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset is viable, offering an average of 83 FPS. This is likely the best visual experience for a standard 60 Hz monitor, and it still provides high frame rates for 75 Hz or 100 Hz displays. For those with high refresh rate monitors (144 Hz or higher), the High preset at 130 FPS is the best choice, as it balances visual fidelity with a frame rate high enough to take full advantage of such displays. The Low and Medium presets offer higher FPS but with diminishing visual returns.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended starting point, delivering an average of 90 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on most 1440p monitors with a 144 Hz refresh rate, as the frame rate is well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, at 57 FPS, is borderline for smooth gameplay and is not recommended for fast-paced action. The Medium preset offers a more comfortable 99 FPS for those who prioritize frame rate over maximum visual details.

For 3840x2160 displays, the data suggests that players must make significant compromises. The Ultra preset is not playable, with an average of 34 FPS. The High preset, at 54 FPS, is close to the 60 FPS target but may experience noticeable dips. The Medium preset, at 59 FPS, is the best option for achieving near-60 FPS gameplay at 4K, though it still has a minimum FPS of 50. The Low preset is the only one that provides a comfortable margin, averaging 75 FPS. For an optimal experience at 4K, the Medium preset offers the best trade-off between visual quality and performance, while High is acceptable for those who can tolerate occasional frame rate fluctuations.