Greedfall

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12-core, 20-thread desktop processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. In Greedfall, this CPU configuration demonstrates headroom, as the measured frame rates scale significantly when the graphical load is reduced. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 181.2 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra it drops to 84.3 FPS, indicating that the game's visual settings have a more substantial impact on performance than the processor's multi-threading capabilities. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28979 and a single-core score of 4091, place it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, suggesting it is unlikely to be the primary constraint in this title. Comparative data shows the i7-12700KF performs nearly identically to the Intel Core i5-14400, with a deltaPct of 0.1, and the Intel Core i9-12900HX, with a deltaPct of 0.2. This proximity in average benchmark scores implies that for Greedfall's workload, the 12700KF's 12 cores and 20 threads are more than sufficient, leaving the frame rate largely dictated by the graphics card. The processor's 25 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support further contribute to its ability to feed frames without bottlenecking, even at lower resolutions where CPU overhead typically becomes more relevant.

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

The CPU's influence on Greedfall's performance is best understood by examining the frame rate progression across settings. From 1080p Low to 1080p Ultra, the average FPS drops from 181.2 to 84.3, a reduction of over 50%. This steep decline indicates that the game is heavily reliant on GPU-driven effects such as shadows, textures, and post-processing, rather than complex AI or physics simulations that would tax the processor. The 12700KF's boost clock of 5.00 GHz provides strong single-thread performance, which is reflected in its Geekbench single-core score of 2526 and Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1718. These scores place it well above the threshold needed for smooth gameplay in an action RPG from 2019. The processor's multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by a Passmark multithread score of 34092, are largely underutilized in this game, as the frame rate does not show signs of CPU saturation even at 1080p Low. The nearest rival data reinforces this: the i7-12700KF's average benchmark score of 35355 is within 0.3% of the Intel Core i5-13600T, yet the in-game results would likely show similar FPS due to the GPU-bound nature of Greedfall. In practical terms, the 12700KF offers enough computational power to ensure that frame rates are not artificially capped, but the user will see diminishing returns from CPU upgrades when paired with a mid-range GPU.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications directly explain the measured FPS deltas. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, the GPU's memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s is a limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. The boost clock of 2460 MHz, combined with 3072 shading units and 48 ROPs, gives the card a pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s. In Greedfall, the transition from 1440p High (88.3 FPS) to 4K High (51.8 FPS) shows a 41% performance drop, which aligns with the increased pixel count outpacing the GPU's fill rate capabilities. The RTX 4060's FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS is respectable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the 4K Ultra result of 31.8 FPS demonstrates that the card is out of its depth at the highest settings. The GPU's average benchmark score of 23181 places it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6600M with a deltaPct of -0.6 and the Intel Arc B580 with a deltaPct of 0.7. This indicates that the RTX 4060 is a solid mainstream performer, but it lacks the raw throughput needed to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra in this title. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is also a concern at 4K, as Greedfall's high-resolution textures and effects can push memory usage close to the limit, potentially causing stutters or texture pop-in that are not captured in average FPS numbers.

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

For a balanced experience, the Medium preset is the optimal choice. At 1080p Medium, the combo delivers 143.2 FPS, which is 46% higher than the 84.3 FPS at Ultra, while still maintaining visual fidelity that is superior to Low. The jump from Medium to High at 1080p results in a drop to 127.5 FPS, which is acceptable but shows diminishing returns. At 1440p, Medium provides 96.8 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, while High drops to 88.3 FPS. The Ultra preset is not recommended for any resolution, as it yields 84.3 FPS at 1080p and only 55.6 FPS at 1440p, which falls below the ideal refresh rate for competitive or high-refresh-rate displays. For 4K, the Low preset is the only viable option, producing 71.8 FPS, whereas Medium drops to 56.3 FPS and High to 51.8 FPS. The data suggests that Medium settings provide the best balance between visual quality and performance, allowing the RTX 4060 to maintain high frame rates without overworking the GPU. Low settings at 1080p (181.2 FPS) are excessive for most users, as the visual downgrade is significant with only a modest FPS gain over Medium.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 987th out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is a reasonable reflection of the hardware's tier. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking suggests it is a high-end processor, while the GPU's 66th percentile ranking indicates it is a mid-range graphics card. The disparity between these two percentiles means the combo is GPU-limited in most scenarios, which is confirmed by the measured FPS data. For context, the CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14400, has a deltaPct of 0.1, meaning the two processors are virtually identical in synthetic benchmarks, so swapping between them would not meaningfully change the in-game rank. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, has a deltaPct of -0.6, indicating the RTX 4060 holds a slight edge. The rank of 987 out of 1705 suggests that there are many combos with higher-end GPUs that will outperform this setup, but also a substantial number of combos with weaker CPUs or GPUs that will fall behind. The data indicates that this pairing is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it will struggle to compete with combos featuring higher-tier GPUs at 4K.

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

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K clearly identifies the GPU as the limiting component. At High settings, the frame rate drops from 127.5 FPS at 1080p to 88.3 FPS at 1440p, and then to 51.8 FPS at 4K. This represents a 31% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 41% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, which is typical of a GPU-bound workload where the pixel count increases quadratically. At Low settings, the drop is from 181.2 FPS at 1080p to 124.3 FPS at 1440p, and then to 71.8 FPS at 4K, showing the same pattern. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat across resolutions, especially at Low settings where the GPU load is reduced. Instead, the significant declines at every resolution step-up indicate that the RTX 4060's rendering capabilities are saturated. The 4K Ultra result of 31.8 FPS is particularly telling, as it shows the GPU is unable to handle the combined load of high resolution and maximum settings. This analysis suggests that users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor will get the most out of this combo, while 4K users will need to significantly lower settings or consider a more powerful GPU.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1080p, the combo achieves 181.2 FPS on Low, 143.2 FPS on Medium, 127.5 FPS on High, and 84.3 FPS on Ultra. This shows a clear progression where each step up in settings costs a measurable amount of performance, with the largest single drop occurring between High and Ultra, a 34% reduction. At 1440p, the results are 124.3 FPS on Low, 96.8 FPS on Medium, 88.3 FPS on High, and 55.6 FPS on Ultra. The drop from High to Ultra at 1440p is 37%, which is slightly steeper than at 1080p, indicating that the higher resolution amplifies the cost of Ultra settings. At 4K, the results are 71.8 FPS on Low, 56.3 FPS on Medium, 51.8 FPS on High, and 31.8 FPS on Ultra. The 4K results are the most telling, as even Low settings barely clear 70 FPS, and Ultra dips below 32 FPS, which is unplayable for most users. The data shows that Medium settings at 1080p and 1440p are the sweet spot, offering 143.2 FPS and 96.8 FPS respectively, while High settings are still viable for those prioritizing visuals over raw frame rate. Low settings are only necessary for 4K, where they provide 71.8 FPS, which is the only 4K setting that approaches a playable frame rate.