Greedfall

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 paired with the Intel Core i5-14400F delivers a robust experience in Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG. The measured data reveals a configuration that scales predictably across resolutions, with the GPU emerging as the primary performance arbiter at higher settings. This analysis examines the relationship between the hardware's characteristics and the game's engine demands, interpreting the frame rate data to understand where the bottleneck shifts between the processor and the graphics card.

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

The frame rate progression across resolutions for this combo in Greedfall shows a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 150 at 1920x1080 to 104 at 2560x1440, a 30.7% decrease, and then further to 62 at 3840x2160, a 40.4% drop from 1440p. This steep decline as pixel count increases strongly indicates that the Radeon RX 7700 is the limiting component at these settings; the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU with frames, but the graphics card's rendering throughput becomes the ceiling as resolution climbs.

The pattern is even more pronounced at High settings. The average FPS falls from 136 at 1080p to 94 at 1440p (a 30.9% reduction), and then to 56 at 4K, which represents a 40.4% drop from the 1440p figure. The consistency of these percentage drops—roughly 30% and then 40%—across both Medium and High settings is telling. It suggests that the GPU's fill rate and pixel processing capabilities are being taxed in a linear fashion with the increase in pixels, with no sudden cliff or plateau that would indicate a CPU limitation kicking in.

However, the Low settings row provides a fascinating counterpoint. At 1080p Low, the average FPS reaches 191, a very high number that suggests the CPU is still keeping up. But at 4K Low, the average FPS is 79. While this is a significant drop, the relative decline from 1080p to 4K is 58.6%, which is less severe than the 58.7% drop seen at Medium settings. This subtle difference implies that even when the GPU load is reduced at Low settings, the scaling remains steep, confirming that the RX 7700's architecture, with its specific memory bandwidth and compute units, is the dominant factor in determining performance at any given resolution.

The Ultra settings data offers the most extreme example. Performance falls from 87 FPS at 1080p to 60 FPS at 1440p (a 31% drop) and then to 36 FPS at 4K (a 40% drop). This pattern reinforces the idea that the game's Ultra preset introduces effects that are computationally expensive for the GPU, scaling poorly with resolution. The data does not suggest any scenario where the i5-14400F becomes the primary bottleneck; the consistent and predictable drops with resolution are the signature of a GPU-limited workload.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7700's specifications align well with the observed performance. Its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a substantial bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. In a game like Greedfall, which was released in 2019, this capacity is more than sufficient for textures at any resolution, meaning the card is unlikely to be stalling due to memory swapping. The high bandwidth is likely a key reason why the performance drop from 1080p to 1440p and 4K is relatively smooth, as the memory subsystem can keep up with the increased data demand of higher resolutions.

The GPU's clock speeds are also a factor. With a base clock of 1900 MHz, a game clock of 2041 MHz, and a boost clock of 2459 MHz, the RX 7700 demonstrates a significant dynamic range. The boost clock is the theoretical maximum, but the sustained game clock is more representative of real-world performance. The fact that the card can maintain high average FPS at 1080p (136 at High, 150 at Medium) suggests that it is operating near its boost capabilities when not constrained by other factors. The 40 ray accelerators and 2560 shading units provide the raw compute necessary for the game's DirectX 12 Ultimate features, though Greedfall's age means its implementation of these features may not be as demanding as newer titles.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 58 vs all GPUs, coupled with its average benchmark score of 15852, places it in the mid-range tier. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which has an average score of 16129, a delta of -1.7% relative to the RX 7700. This close statistical relationship in synthetic benchmarks is reflected in the game's playable frame rates. The 4K Medium result of 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS shows that the card is hitting its limits at that resolution, but still managing a playable experience, which is consistent with a card that is just slightly below the performance of an RTX 3060 Ti in raw compute.

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

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. In the context of Greedfall, an Action RPG that is not known for requiring extreme multi-core performance, this CPU is likely over-provisioned. The benchmark results show a strong single-core score of 3055 in Cinebench R23 and a multi-core score of 21645. This combination of high single-thread performance and ample multi-threading capability ensures that the CPU can handle the game's main logic, AI, and physics without becoming a bottleneck, even when the GPU is fully utilized.

The CPU's high boost clock of 4.70 GHz is critical for maintaining high frame rates in the 1080p Low scenario, where the GPU load is minimal. The data shows an average of 191 FPS at 1080p Low, a figure that demonstrates the CPU's ability to process draw calls and game state updates quickly enough to feed the GPU. The i5-14400F's 20 MB of shared L3 cache also helps in this regard, reducing the latency of frequently accessed data and ensuring smooth frame delivery.

With a 65W TDP and a 10 nm process node, the CPU is efficient, but its performance is what matters here. Its percentile ranking of 83 vs all CPUs places it above the majority of processors. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS, which has a delta of -0.2% in average benchmark score, and the Intel Core i7-12800H at +0.5%. This indicates that the i5-14400F is in a performance class that is well-suited for modern gaming. The fact that the measured FPS does not show any signs of CPU limitation, such as a plateau or erratic frame times that would be indicated by low minimum FPS values, suggests that the CPU is consistently providing the GPU with enough data to work with.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested hardware combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 achieves a rank of 1307 out of 2938 combos in Greedfall. This places it in the 44.5th percentile of all tested systems. This ranking suggests that while the combo is far from the top tier, it delivers a solid, mid-range performance profile that is better than a majority of the systems tested.

This rank of 1307 is a holistic measure that incorporates all the measured FPS data points. When considering the CPU's individual rank of 83rd percentile and the GPU's 58th percentile, the combo's performance is slightly lower than what the CPU alone might suggest, but higher than what the GPU alone might indicate. This is typical for a gaming system where the GPU is the primary driver of performance. The combo ranking reflects the fact that the RX 7700, while competent, is not a high-end GPU, and its performance in Greedfall at 4K Ultra (36 FPS) holds the overall ranking back, even though the CPU is more than capable.

The position at 1307 implies that roughly 1631 other combinations have higher average scores in this specific game. This is not a criticism of the hardware, but rather a data-driven observation of its place in the performance hierarchy. For a user with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this combo would likely feel very strong, but the 4K Ultra results are below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the standard for a premium experience. This ranking data helps contextualize the raw FPS numbers, showing that this system is a dependable performer for its class, but not a champion that will top any charts.

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

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance. At 1920x1080, the combo is highly capable. Low settings produce an average of 191 FPS, Medium averages 150 FPS with a minimum of 127 and a maximum of 172, High averages 136 FPS, and Ultra averages 87 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p monitors, with all settings except Ultra being able to push well beyond 100 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings yield an average of 132 FPS, Medium averages 104 FPS (min 88, max 120), High averages 94 FPS, and Ultra averages 60 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this hardware. The 60 FPS average at Ultra is a playable target, and the High setting at 94 FPS offers a smooth experience with a comfortable margin. The minimum FPS of 88 at Medium settings suggests no severe frame pacing issues.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. Low settings average 79 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS (min 53, max 71), High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra drops to an average of 36 FPS. For a 4K experience, users would need to stick to Medium or Low settings to maintain a consistent frame rate. The Ultra preset at 36 FPS is below the threshold for smooth playability in a fast-paced action RPG. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for this combo, and even 4K High will struggle to maintain a stable 60 FPS.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. The measured data shows an average of 79 FPS at 4K Low and 62 FPS at 4K Medium. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, Medium settings are the maximum. High settings average 56 FPS, and Ultra averages only 36 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware in Greedfall?

A: The data suggests 2560x1440 is optimal. At this resolution, the combo achieves an average of 94 FPS on High settings and exactly 60 FPS on Ultra. This provides a high-quality visual experience with excellent frame rates, avoiding the performance cliff seen at 4K.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 7700?

A: No. The benchmark data shows the CPU has a high percentile ranking of 83. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is smooth and predictable, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound system. The CPU's strong single-core and multi-core scores are more than sufficient for this game.

Q: How does the RX 7700 compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Ti?

A: In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 3060 Ti has an average score of 16129, which is 1.7% higher than the RX 7700's score of 15852. This marginal difference in raw compute is reflected in the game's performance, which is solid but not outstanding at high resolutions.

Q: What is the combo's overall standing among tested systems?

A: The combo is ranked 1307 out of 2938 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places it in the upper-middle tier, indicating it outperforms the majority of systems but is not a top-tier performer.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 136 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings. This is a very smooth experience, suitable for high-refresh-rate displays and far above the 60 FPS standard.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience depends on the target resolution. For players using a 1080p monitor, the High preset is recommended as it delivers an average of 136 FPS, offering a significant performance headroom for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset, at 87 FPS, is also viable for those prioritizing visual fidelity, but the drop is substantial.

For 2560x1440 displays, the High preset is the clear choice. It provides an average of 94 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS target, and the margin over the Ultra preset's 60 FPS is substantial. This gives the user the best balance of visual quality and performance, ensuring a consistent and responsive experience.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the only sensible recommendation for a playable frame rate. At 62 FPS average, it is just above the 60 FPS threshold, but the minimum of 53 FPS indicates some dips. The Low preset at 79 FPS is more stable if frame rate is the absolute priority, but the visual quality compromise is significant. High and Ultra presets should be avoided at this resolution, as their averages of 56 and 36 FPS respectively do not provide a smooth experience.