Greedfall

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti delivers a highly playable experience in Greedfall, though the data reveals a clear shift in bottleneck behavior as resolution increases. At 1080p, the combination produces very high frame rates that suggest the CPU is doing the heavy lifting; at 4K, performance drops significantly, indicating the GPU becomes the limiting factor. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all available resolutions and settings, contextualizes the CPU and GPU roles, and provides actionable settings recommendations based strictly on the provided benchmark data.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a pronounced and predictable decline as resolution scales from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, but the rate of that decline is not uniform, offering insight into which component is the primary constraint at each step. At the "High" preset, the average frame rate drops from 153 FPS at 1080p to 106 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of roughly 30%. Moving from 1440p to 4K at the same High settings, the average falls further to 63 FPS, another 40% reduction. This pattern indicates that while the CPU is still capable of feeding frames at 1440p, the GPU's workload becomes increasingly demanding as pixel count rises, leading to a more severe performance hit at the higher resolution.

Examining the "Low" preset reveals a similar trend with even higher absolute numbers. The average FPS at 1080p Low is 214, which drops to 149 at 1440p and then to 89 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p (about 30%) is consistent with the High preset, but the drop from 1440p to 4K (about 40%) is identical, reinforcing that the scaling penalty is resolution-driven. For the "Medium" preset, the averages are 168 FPS at 1080p, 117 FPS at 1440p, and 70 FPS at 4K, with the 1440p to 4K drop being 40%. The "Ultra" preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with 98 FPS at 1080p falling to 68 FPS at 1440p (a 30% drop) and then to 40 FPS at 4K (a 41% drop).

The data strongly suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is the limiting component for this combo, as the GPU is capable of producing very high frame rates. However, the scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent ~30% reduction across all presets, which is a typical GPU-bound behavior in a game like Greedfall. At 4K, the frame rates become much lower, and the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and memory bandwidth are likely the primary constraints, as the 4K Ultra settings only yield 40 FPS. The conclusion is that the RTX 3070 Ti is well-matched for 1440p gaming but will struggle to maintain high refresh rates at 4K, especially with higher graphical presets.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor from the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. Its benchmark scores are formidable, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32544 and a single-core score of 4594, placing it in the 90th percentile among all CPUs. This processing power is more than sufficient to drive Greedfall at high frame rates, as evidenced by the 214 FPS average at 1080p Low settings. The CPU's high single-thread performance is particularly relevant for this Action RPG, which likely has a main game thread that cannot be fully parallelized.

In the context of this game, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the bottleneck. At 1080p, the data shows that the combo can achieve over 200 FPS on Low settings, indicating that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with frames faster than it can render them. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and the CPU's advantage becomes less critical. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is only 40 FPS, which is a significant drop from 1080p Ultra's 98 FPS, suggesting that the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, not the CPU.

The CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals further contextualizes its capability. Its average benchmark score of 49394 is 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, 0.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245. It trails the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 by 0.8%. These marginal differences indicate that the i5-14600KF is at the top of its class for gaming workloads, and it is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck in Greedfall for this combo, except perhaps at the very lowest resolution and settings where it can push frame rates beyond 200 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested hardware combinations for Greedfall, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti holds a rank of 1330 out of 3703 combos. This places it in the top 36% of all tested systems, indicating a solidly above-average performance for this title. The combo's ranking is a reflection of its balanced capabilities: the CPU is powerful enough to avoid limiting the GPU at most settings, and the GPU is capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

The rank of 1330 is particularly interesting when considering the GPU's percentile ranking. The RTX 3070 Ti sits in the 75th percentile among all GPUs, which is respectable but not top-tier. The fact that this combo ranks in the 36th percentile of all combos suggests that the CPU is helping to boost the overall performance, as a lower-tier CPU might drag the combo's rank down further. The data shows that the combo is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, where the average FPS on High settings is 106, which is a highly playable frame rate. At 4K, the combo's rank would likely be lower due to the GPU's limitations, but the overall rank of 1330 reflects its strong performance across the tested resolutions.

Furthermore, the GPU's nearest rivals provide context for its performance. The RTX 3070 Ti's average benchmark score of 29945 is 0.1% higher than the RTX 5070 Mobile, 0.5% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6800, 0.5% higher than the RTX 2080 Ti, and 1.6% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6700. This indicates that the GPU is competitive with several other high-end cards, and its performance in Greedfall is in line with expectations. The combo's rank of 1330 out of 3703 is a strong showing, placing it ahead of the majority of systems tested.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional performance: Low settings yield an average of 214 FPS, Medium 168 FPS, High 153 FPS, and Ultra 98 FPS. The Medium preset also recorded minimum and maximum FPS of 143 and 194, respectively, showing a relatively stable frame time. These numbers indicate that the GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution, and the CPU is capable of pushing frame rates well beyond the refresh rate of most monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops but remains highly playable: Low settings average 149 FPS, Medium 117 FPS (with a 99 FPS minimum and 134 FPS maximum), High 106 FPS, and Ultra 68 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, roughly a 30% reduction, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. At this resolution, the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming on High settings, and even Ultra settings remain playable at 68 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 89 FPS, Medium 70 FPS (with a 59 FPS minimum and 80 FPS maximum), High 63 FPS, and Ultra 40 FPS. While Low and Medium presets are playable, High and Ultra settings fall below the 60 FPS threshold, making them less ideal for a smooth experience. The 4K Ultra average of 40 FPS is a significant drop from 1440p Ultra's 68 FPS, reflecting the increased pixel workload. The data shows that for 4K gaming, the user should stick to Low or Medium settings, or consider lowering the resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s. Its boost clock is 1770 MHz, and it features 6144 shading units. The GPU's compute performance is strong, with an FP32 throughput of 21.75 TFLOPS, and it holds a 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs. In Greedfall, the GPU's role is most evident at 4K, where its 8 GB VRAM and memory bandwidth are taxed by the higher resolution and texture loads.

The benchmark results show that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, particularly on High and Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 63 and 40, respectively. The 8 GB VRAM is likely a constraint at this resolution, as the game's textures and geometry require more memory than what is available, potentially causing performance degradation. At 1080p and 1440p, the GPU is more than capable, with the data showing that it can produce over 100 FPS on High settings at 1440p.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database help to contextualize its performance. Its average benchmark score of 29945 is nearly identical to the RTX 5070 Mobile (0.1% higher) and the RTX 2080 Ti (0.5% higher), while being slightly lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (0.5% lower) and RX 6700 (1.6% lower). This indicates that the RTX 3070 Ti is a solid performer for its class, and its results in Greedfall align with its expected capabilities. For this game, the GPU's performance is adequate for 1440p gaming, but its 8 GB VRAM limits its 4K potential.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is recommended, as it delivers an average of 98 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The High preset offers a higher frame rate of 153 FPS, but the visual fidelity improvement from Ultra may be preferred for a single-player RPG. For users with high refresh rate monitors (144Hz or higher), the Medium preset at 168 FPS or even Low at 214 FPS would be suitable, though the visual quality trade-off is significant.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 106 FPS, which is ideal for a smooth and visually detailed experience. The Ultra preset at 68 FPS is also playable, but the 30% performance drop from High may not justify the visual gains for some users. For those prioritizing frame rate, the Medium preset at 117 FPS offers a good balance, while the Low preset at 149 FPS is available for competitive play. The data suggests that High is the sweet spot for 1440p, as it provides a high frame rate without sacrificing too much graphical quality.

At 3840x2160, the recommendations change due to the GPU's limitations. The Medium preset is the recommended choice, as it delivers an average of 70 FPS with a 59 FPS minimum, keeping gameplay mostly above the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset at 89 FPS is also viable for a smoother experience, but the visual downgrade may be noticeable. The High preset at 63 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 40 FPS is not recommended for a satisfactory experience. For 4K, users should prioritize Medium settings to achieve a playable frame rate without excessive visual compromises.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 98 FPS.

*Q: How does the combo rank in Greedfall compared to other tested systems?*

A: This combo ranks 1330 out of 3703 tested combinations, placing it in the top 36% of all systems.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a consistently smooth experience?

A: 2560x1440 is the best resolution, as the High preset delivers an average of 106 FPS, offering a good balance between visual quality and performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo at 4K Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 59 FPS.

Q: Which component is the primary bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as evidenced by the significant drop in FPS compared to 1440p, particularly on High and Ultra settings.

Q: How does the CPU's average benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600KF's average benchmark score is 49394, which is 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900.