Greedfall

This combo, the Intel Core i5-9400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, lands at rank 1370 out of 1705 tested combinations for Greedfall. That places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, meaning it is positioned behind a significant majority of the other CPU-GPU pairings we track for this title. The data indicates this is a workable setup for the game, but it is far from a top-tier performer, and users should temper expectations regarding maximum visual fidelity at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The 1370th rank out of 1705 combos is a clear signal that this pairing is not optimized for Greedfall’s highest demands. The RTX 2060 sits at the 58th percentile among all GPUs, while the i5-9400 is at the 50th percentile among all CPUs. Neither component is a standout, and their combined performance reflects that. Benchmark results show the pairing produces playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the system loses steam when pushed to 4K or when the Ultra preset is enabled. Compared to other tested combos, this setup is best described as a mid-pack contender; it will handle the game's core action RPG mechanics without issue, but it won't provide the headroom for high-refresh-rate 4K gaming or maxed-out settings. The rank suggests that most other combinations in the database offer either a better balance of components or more raw power for this specific workload.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the primary driver of visual performance here, and its specifications explain the measured results. It features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it becomes a limiting factor at 4K, where the frame buffer and bandwidth demands of Greedfall’s environments strain the card. The GPU’s base clock is 1365 MHz with a boost clock of 1680 MHz, and it houses 1920 shading units alongside 120 TMUs and 48 ROPs. Its texture rate of 201.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 80.64 GPixel/s are respectable for its class. In the database, the RTX 2060’s average benchmark score of 16074 places it just 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, but it trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700 by 1.7%. This means the GPU is competitive with its direct peers, but it lacks the extra muscle to push Greedfall’s Ultra settings at higher resolutions. The card’s 160 W TDP and dual-slot design are typical for this performance tier, and its 6 GB VRAM is the most likely bottleneck when texture quality and resolution scale up.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-9400 provides the processing foundation for this combo, and its six cores and six threads are sufficient for Greedfall’s demands. With a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, the CPU offers solid single-threaded performance, which is critical for the game’s AI and physics calculations. The processor’s 9 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close at hand, reducing latency. In synthetic benchmarks, the i5-9400 scores 7969 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1125 in single-core, showing it is a capable mid-range chip. Its average benchmark score of 2305 places it nearly level with the Intel Core i3-10305 and Intel Core i3-1125G4, both within 0.2%, and just 0.4% ahead of the Intel Xeon E-2134. However, it is 0.6% behind the Intel Core i7-8809G. The CPU’s 50th percentile ranking against all CPUs indicates it is exactly average, meaning it won’t bottleneck the RTX 2060 at lower resolutions, but it also won’t provide any additional headroom. For Greedfall, the six threads are enough to maintain stable frame pacing, but the lack of hyper-threading means heavily threaded scenes could see diminishing returns. The 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth are standard for this generation, and the CPU’s performance aligns with its position as a mid-range option from its era.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates show a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 139.8 FPS on Low settings, which drops to 110.7 FPS on Medium, 97.7 FPS on High, and 61.2 FPS on Ultra. These numbers indicate that the setup is well-suited for 1080p gaming, providing smooth gameplay even on High settings, with Ultra still maintaining playable framerates. Moving to 2560x1440, the averages fall to 96.4 FPS on Low, 75.2 FPS on Medium, 71.3 FPS on High, and 44 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, especially on Ultra, where the frame rate falls below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting the GPU is beginning to struggle with the increased pixel count. At 3840x2160, the performance takes a substantial hit: 56.6 FPS on Low, 45.1 FPS on Medium, 43.7 FPS on High, and 28.2 FPS on Ultra. The 4K results are largely unplayable for smooth action, particularly on Ultra, where the frame rate dips to nearly a third of what is achievable at 1080p Low. These figures illustrate that the combo is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, with settings adjusted based on the desired frame rate target.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and reveals the system’s limiting component. At 1080p Low, the average is 139.8 FPS, which falls to 96.4 FPS at 1440p Low and then to 56.6 FPS at 4K Low. This represents a 59.5% reduction in FPS from 1080p to 4K at the lowest settings. On Ultra, the scaling is even harsher: 61.2 FPS at 1080p drops to 44 FPS at 1440p and then to 28.2 FPS at 4K, a 53.9% decrease from 1080p to 4K. This pattern strongly indicates that the GPU is the bottleneck, as the CPU’s performance does not degrade with resolution, while the RTX 2060’s 6 GB VRAM and 192-bit memory bus are overwhelmed by the data required for 4K rendering. The data shows that the transition from 1080p to 1440p is manageable, but the jump to 4K is where the combo falls apart, making it clear that this setup is not intended for 4K gaming without significant compromises to settings.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows the best balance of performance and visual quality is at 1920x1080, where the average FPS ranges from 139.8 on Low to 61.2 on Ultra, all of which are playable.

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

A: At 3840x2160, the average FPS is 56.6 on Low, 45.1 on Medium, 43.7 on High, and 28.2 on Ultra. These results indicate that 4K is only marginally playable on Low settings, but not on higher presets.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 2060’s average benchmark score is 16074, which is 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, but 1.7% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-9400 a bottleneck for the RTX 2060?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score of 2305 places it 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i3-10305 and 0.6% behind the Intel Core i7-8809G, indicating it is well-matched to the GPU and not a primary bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS is 71.3 on High and 44 on Ultra, showing a 27.3 FPS drop when moving to the highest preset.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested CPU-GPU pairings for this game?

A: The combo ranks 1370 out of 1705 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database.