Greedfall

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a robust Greedfall experience, but the data reveals a clear performance hierarchy that shifts depending on resolution and settings. The measured frames per second (FPS) show that this combination is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and remains playable at 4K, provided the right graphics preset is selected. The benchmark results indicate a system that scales predictably, with the CPU holding its own at lower resolutions while the GPU becomes the primary factor as pixel count increases.

Resolution Scaling

The progression from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 shows a substantial and consistent performance drop across all settings, but the rate of decline varies significantly based on the quality preset. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 246.6 at 1080p to 172.3 at 1440p, and finally to 104.8 at 4K, representing a 57.5% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The Medium preset follows a similar pattern, dropping from 195.6 to 137.1 and then to 83.6, which is a 57.3% decrease over the same resolution range. This consistent scaling suggests the GPU is the primary limiting factor even at lower settings, as the workload increases proportionally with pixel count.

The High and Ultra presets tell a different story. High settings produce 175.6 FPS at 1080p, 122.3 at 1440p, and 72.6 at 4K, a 58.7% drop from 1080p to 4K. Ultra settings, however, show the most dramatic scaling, with 110.5 FPS at 1080p falling to 80.4 at 1440p and then plummeting to 49.2 at 4K, a 55.5% reduction. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that dips below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the combination of maximum quality and 4K resolution creates a workload that exceeds what this setup can comfortably handle. The scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU, but at 4K with Ultra settings, the GPU is fully saturated and becomes the definitive bottleneck.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 192-bit memory bus, with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, are adequate for Greedfall's demands at most settings. The benchmark results show that the GPU is well-utilized, particularly at higher resolutions and settings where the frame rate drops align with increased GPU workload. The boost clock of 2475 MHz and base clock of 1920 MHz provide the raw compute power, but the data suggests that the 5888 shading units and 64 ROPs are the limiting factors at 4K Ultra, where the GPU's 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is insufficient to maintain high frame rates.

The GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals shows it sits in a competitive position. Its average benchmark score of 37283 places it just 0.6% below the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 and 2.5% above the AMD Radeon RX 5300M, but it lags the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile by 2.2%. In practical terms for Greedfall, the 12 GB VRAM capacity is not a constraint in any of the measured configurations, as even at 4K Ultra the game does not appear to exceed this allocation based on the performance data. The GPU's 81st percentile ranking across all GPUs indicates it is a strong performer, but the 4K Ultra result of 49.2 FPS shows its limits under maximum load.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600KF brings substantial processing power to this pairing, with 14 cores and 20 threads running at a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The CPU's benchmark results, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32889 and a single-core score of 4643, suggest it has ample headroom for feeding the GPU. The data supports this, as at 1080p Low settings the system achieves 246.6 FPS, which is well above what most displays can show, indicating the CPU is not creating a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs and its average benchmark score of 49367 place it just 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600K and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, while trailing the AMD EPYC 4345P by 0.5%. In the context of Greedfall, the CPU's performance is more than sufficient, as the frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K follows a pattern consistent with GPU limitation rather than CPU constraint. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 80 KB of L1 cache per core provide the memory hierarchy needed for smooth gameplay, and the 20 threads ensure that background tasks do not interfere with frame delivery.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this setup if I want to prioritize high refresh rates?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the system achieves 195.6 FPS, and at High settings it delivers 175.6 FPS. These are the most suitable for high refresh rate displays, as they stay well above the 144 Hz mark typically sought by competitive players.

Q: Can this configuration handle 4K gaming?

A: The data shows 4K is playable but limited. At High settings, the average FPS is 72.6, which is smooth for most games. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 49.2 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS standard for comfortable play.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 80.4 FPS, while the High preset averages 122.3 FPS. This represents a 34.2% performance gain when dropping from Ultra to High, making High the better choice for smoother gameplay at this resolution.

Q: Is the 12 GB VRAM sufficient for Greedfall at all settings?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, yes. There are no indications of VRAM-related stutters or crashes. The 12 GB capacity appears sufficient even at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS of 49.2 is limited by compute throughput rather than memory capacity.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Medium settings at 1080p?

A: Low settings average 246.6 FPS, while Medium averages 195.6 FPS. The difference is 51 FPS, or about 20.7%, which is a significant visual quality trade-off for only a moderate frame rate gain.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This specific CPU and GPU combination ranks 433rd out of 1705 tested combos for Greedfall, placing it in the top 25.4% of all configurations tested, indicating a solid performance tier.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data points to a clear recommendation hierarchy based on resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset is the sweet spot, delivering 175.6 FPS while maintaining good visual quality. The Ultra preset at this resolution still achieves 110.5 FPS, so players with 120 Hz or lower displays can opt for maximum quality without sacrificing smoothness. However, the 65.1 FPS difference between High and Ultra at 1080p makes High the more practical choice for most users, especially those with 144 Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, the High preset performs exceptionally well at 122.3 FPS, providing a near-ideal balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset at 137.1 FPS offers a modest 12.1% boost over High, but the visual downgrade is typically not worth it for most players. The Ultra preset at 80.4 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced games, but the 41.9 FPS drop from High makes it a less attractive option for this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the only viable choice for consistent 60 FPS gameplay, averaging 72.6 FPS. The Medium preset at 83.6 FPS provides extra headroom for dips, but the visual compromise is noticeable. The Ultra preset at 49.2 FPS is not recommended for serious play, as the sub-60 FPS average will be perceptible. The Low preset at 4K achieves 104.8 FPS but sacrifices too much visual quality to be worthwhile on a large screen.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its full potential. Low settings produce an average of 246.6 FPS, which is the highest measured result across all configurations. Medium settings deliver 195.6 FPS, High settings achieve 175.6 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 110.5 FPS. The performance range from Low to Ultra spans 136.1 FPS, showing the significant impact of quality settings at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show the GPU starting to work harder. Low settings average 172.3 FPS, Medium settings produce 137.1 FPS, High settings reach 122.3 FPS, and Ultra settings settle at 80.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 91.9 FPS, indicating that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops become more pronounced. Low settings still manage a respectable 104.8 FPS, Medium settings achieve 83.6 FPS, High settings deliver 72.6 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 49.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 55.6 FPS, which is smaller in absolute terms than at lower resolutions but represents a more significant percentage drop relative to the baseline. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration below 60 FPS, highlighting the limits of this hardware combination under maximum load.