Greedfall

Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 in Greedfall deliver a combination that scales predictably across resolutions, with the CPU providing ample headroom and the GPU acting as the primary performance arbiter. The data shows a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K Ultra pushes the GPU to its limits.

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 based on the Raptor Lake architecture, running on a 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, and its 20 MB of shared L3 cache provides a substantial pool for game data. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and a single-core score of 3055, with the single-threaded performance being particularly relevant for Greedfall's game logic and AI. The processor sits in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32279.

Looking at the measured frame rates, the CPU is clearly not a bottleneck in this pairing. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces 238 FPS on average, which is a very high frame rate that would challenge many CPUs. The fact that the frame rate scales so cleanly with resolution, dropping from 238 FPS at 1080p to 165 FPS at 1440p and 98 FPS at 4K on Low settings, indicates that the graphics card is the limiting factor at each step. If the CPU were the constraint, we would expect the frame rates to plateau or show smaller deltas as resolution increases, but the data shows near-linear scaling with pixel count. The nearest rivals to this CPU include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U with a deltaPct of 0.1 and the Intel Core i9-11900 with a deltaPct of 0.2, confirming the i5-14400F sits in strong company for multi-threaded workloads, though its single-core strength is what drives game performance.

The 10-core configuration with 16 threads is more than sufficient for Greedfall, an Action RPG that does not exhibit extreme multi-threading demands. The benchmark results indicate that at 1080p Medium, the system achieves 187 FPS, which is a clear sign that the CPU can feed the RTX 3080 without holding it back. Even at the highest settings and lowest resolution, 1080p Ultra yields 108 FPS, a figure that still leaves performance headroom on the table. In this specific game, the CPU role is to maintain consistent frame pacing, and the data shows no scenario where the i5-14400F's capabilities are exceeded, as even the most demanding CPU scenario at 1080p Low shows a frame rate well above what the GPU can output at higher resolutions.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is built on the Ampere architecture with a GA102 chip, manufactured on an 8 nm process by Samsung. It features 8704 shading units, 272 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation processors, with a base clock of 1440 MHz and a boost clock of 1710 MHz. The 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus delivers 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a critical specification for Greedfall at high resolutions. The GPU's average benchmark score is 23172, placing it in the 68th percentile against all GPUs, with its nearest rivals being the NVIDIA P106-100 and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16, both with a deltaPct of -0.3.

The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 3080 is the primary determinant of performance in this combo. At 4K resolution, the GPU's workload increases dramatically, and the frame rates reflect this. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 45, which is a playable but not ideal figure for a fast-paced action game. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for Greedfall at these settings, as the game does not appear to exceed this capacity based on the measured performance, but the compute load is what drives the frame rate down. The boost clock of 1710 MHz is the sustaining frequency under load, and the data shows that this clock speed is not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is clearly saturated.

The GPU's performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is stark. At 1080p High, the system produces 170 FPS, which drops to 118 FPS at 1440p and 70 FPS at 4K. This represents a 59% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K at High settings, which is a larger drop than what would be expected if the CPU were contributing to the bottleneck. The RTX 3080's 760.3 GB/s memory bandwidth is a key asset, as Greedfall's open-world environments require rapid texture streaming, and this bandwidth helps maintain consistent frame rates at 1440p, where the system still exceeds 100 FPS on High settings. The GPU's TDP of 320 W and dual-slot design are consistent with its high-performance positioning, and the data confirms that it delivers strong results at 1080p and 1440p but struggles to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 170 FPS on average, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay on high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 187 FPS, but the visual fidelity difference between Medium and High is often significant in an Action RPG like Greedfall, where environmental detail and character models benefit from higher settings. The data shows that High at 1080p is the optimal choice, as it provides a large performance cushion while maintaining good visual quality.

At 1440p, the High preset produces 118 FPS, which is still excellent for a 1440p experience. The Medium preset at 1440p achieves 130 FPS, but the difference between Medium and High is minimal in terms of frame rate, making High the clear recommendation. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 75 FPS, which is playable but sacrifices some smoothness for marginal visual gains. For 1440p users, High is the sweet spot, offering 118 FPS with a solid visual presentation.

At 4K, the situation changes. The High preset at 4K delivers 70 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for action sequences. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 77 FPS with a minimum of 66 FPS, which is a more stable experience. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 45 FPS, which is not recommended for a game that requires responsive controls. The Low preset at 4K yields 98 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial. For 4K users, the Medium preset appears to be the best balance, as it provides 77 FPS on average with a minimum of 66 FPS, ensuring that frame rates stay above the 60 FPS threshold in most scenes. The data suggests that High at 4K is also viable at 70 FPS, but Medium offers a slightly higher average and a documented minimum, making it the safer choice for consistent performance.

FAQ

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

A: The system produces an average of 170 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings, which is well above the requirements for smooth gameplay.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K Ultra settings in Greedfall?*

A: The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 45, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for comfortable play. It is playable but not recommended for a smooth experience.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F has a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3055. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, has an average score that is 0.1% higher overall, while the Intel Core i9-11900 is 0.2% higher in overall average score.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 110, with an average of 130 and a maximum of 149.

Q: Is the GPU's 10 GB VRAM sufficient for this game at 4K?

A: Based on the measured performance, the 10 GB of GDDR6X memory is sufficient, as the system does not exhibit memory-related stutters or crashes, and the frame rates are consistent with the GPU's compute capabilities.

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

A: This Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 combination ranks 1064 out of 3703 tested combos, placing it in the top 29% of all systems tested.

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

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K in Greedfall is a textbook demonstration of GPU-bound performance. At High settings, the system produces 170 FPS at 1080p, 118 FPS at 1440p, and 70 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 30.6% from 1080p to 1440p, and 40.7% from 1440p to 4K. This is a clear indication that the RTX 3080 is the limiting component, as the frame rate drops in direct proportion to the increase in pixel count.

Looking at Low settings, the scaling is even more pronounced. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 238 FPS, which drops to 165 FPS at 1440p (a 30.7% reduction) and then to 98 FPS at 4K (a 40.6% reduction from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across different settings presets is a strong signal that the CPU is not a bottleneck, as the frame rate scaling is purely driven by the GPU's fill rate and compute performance. If the CPU were limiting, we would expect the frame rates at 1080p to be closer to those at 1440p, as the CPU workload would remain similar while the GPU workload increases.

The data also shows that the gap between settings presets narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 130 FPS (238 vs 108). At 4K, this difference shrinks to 53 FPS (98 vs 45). This is because at higher resolutions, the GPU is already saturated, and the settings changes have a smaller absolute impact on frame rate. The scaling pattern confirms that for this combo, the RTX 3080's compute and memory bandwidth are the primary drivers of performance, and the i5-14400F provides sufficient headroom to avoid becoming a limiting factor at any resolution tested.

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

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its highest performance ceiling. With Low settings, the average FPS is 238, which is exceptionally high and indicates the GPU is not fully utilized at this resolution. The Medium preset yields an average of 187 FPS, with a documented minimum of 159 and a maximum of 215. High settings produce 170 FPS on average, while Ultra settings drop to 108 FPS. The range from Low to Ultra at 1080p spans 130 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom to accommodate higher visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings achieve 165 FPS on average, which is still very high. Medium settings produce 130 FPS, with a minimum of 110 and a maximum of 149, making it the only preset at this resolution with a documented minimum and maximum. High settings deliver 118 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 75 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows an average reduction of about 30% across all settings, consistent with the increase in pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed to its limits. Low settings achieve 98 FPS on average, which is still playable. Medium settings produce 77 FPS, with a minimum of 66 and a maximum of 89, making it the only 4K preset with documented min/max values. High settings drop to 70 FPS, while Ultra settings fall to 45 FPS. The data shows that at 4K, the Medium preset provides the most stable experience, as it maintains a minimum of 66 FPS, whereas the High preset's average of 70 FPS suggests some scenes may dip below 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 45 FPS is below the playable threshold for many users, making Medium or High the recommended settings for 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 combination ranks 1064 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall, placing it in the 71st percentile of all tested systems. This ranking is a strong indicator of the combo's overall capability, as it outperforms the majority of other CPU-GPU pairings tested in this game. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU's strong single-core performance and the GPU's high bandwidth and compute capabilities.

The 1064 position out of 3703 means that approximately 28.7% of tested combos outperform this setup, while 71.3% are slower. This places the combo firmly in the upper tier of systems, though not at the very top. The ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p, and acceptable performance at 4K with adjusted settings. The i5-14400F's 83rd percentile CPU ranking and the RTX 3080's 68th percentile GPU ranking combine to produce a system that is well-balanced for Greedfall, with the CPU providing enough headroom to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at any resolution.

The ranking also suggests that while this combo is strong, there are other combinations that achieve higher frame rates, likely featuring more powerful GPUs or CPUs with higher single-thread performance. However, for a 10-core CPU paired with a 10 GB GDDR6X GPU, the 1064 rank demonstrates that this is a capable setup for Greedfall. The data shows that the combo excels at 1080p and 1440p, where it can drive high refresh rate monitors, and it remains viable at 4K with settings adjustments, making it a versatile choice for this Action RPG. The ranking position reflects the balanced nature of this pairing, where neither component significantly holds back the other in this game's workload.