Greedfall

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

The Intel Core i7-12700KF brings a 12-core, 20-thread Alder Lake-S design to Greedfall, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This hybrid architecture combines performance and efficiency cores in a way that the game's engine appears to utilize well, given the measured frame rates. The CPU's L3 cache is 25 MB shared, which helps with the open-world traversal and NPC-heavy scenes typical of an Action RPG like Greedfall.

Looking at synthetic benchmarks, the i7-12700KF scores 2,906 in Cinebench R15 multicore and 410 in single-core, while in Cinebench R23 it reaches 28,838 multicore and 4,071 single-core. The 3DMark results show a progression from 1,043 single-thread to 9,983 at max threads, indicating strong scaling across the core count. In Geekbench, the multicore score of 14,367 versus single-core 2,255 reinforces that this CPU handles multithreaded workloads effectively, which is relevant for a game that must manage AI, physics, and rendering pipelines simultaneously.

The CPU's percentile rank among all CPUs is 85, meaning it outperforms the majority of processors in the benchmark database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13700T with an average score of 35,403 (just 0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i5-13600T at 35,305 (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i7-12700K at 35,287 (0.2% behind). These tight deltas indicate that the i7-12700KF sits in a highly competitive performance band, with no single rival offering a decisive advantage.

In Greedfall specifically, the CPU's role becomes evident when examining the FPS scaling. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 293, which is extraordinarily high and suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far beyond what the game's engine needs at lower graphical loads. Even at 4K Ultra, where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, the CPU maintains enough headroom to keep the average at 55 FPS. The data implies that at no point in this testing suite does the i7-12700KF become the limiting factor — the GPU's workload dictates the final frame rates.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC, packing 45,900 million transistors into a 379 mm² die. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock runs at 2340 MHz with a boost of 2610 MHz, while the memory operates at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). This memory configuration is particularly relevant for Greedfall, which can be texture-heavy in its environments and character models.

The GPU's shading units number 8,448, with 264 texture mapping units and 96 render output units. It also includes 66 ray tracing cores and 264 tensor cores, though Greedfall's 2019 release predates widespread ray tracing adoption, so these features likely see limited use. The pixel rate is 250.6 GPixel/s and texture rate is 689.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance at 44.10 TFLOPS. In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 31,811 in Passmark G3D and 18,372 in GPU compute, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,569.

The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's percentile rank among all GPUs is 76, placing it above most graphics cards in the database. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (0.4% ahead), GRID M60-1Q (0.4% ahead), RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell (1.4% ahead), and TITAN RTX (1.9% ahead). These small deltas suggest the 4070 Ti SUPER is well-positioned in the performance hierarchy, though the rivals listed are not direct gaming competitors — the Quadro and GRID cards are workstation or datacenter parts.

In Greedfall, the GPU's VRAM capacity becomes a key asset. At 4K Ultra settings, the game demands substantial video memory, and the 16 GB buffer ensures no texture thrashing occurs. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 55 average, which is playable but shows the GPU being pushed hard. Moving to 4K High raises this to 87 FPS, and 4K Medium achieves 95 FPS with minimums of 81 and maximums of 110. The 4K Low setting reaches 121 FPS, demonstrating that even at 4K, lowering settings can unlock high refresh rates. The data indicates the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, as evidenced by the steep FPS drops when resolution increases.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear hierarchy across settings and resolutions. At 1080p, all presets deliver exceptionally high frame rates: Low averages 293 FPS, Medium 230 FPS (with min 196 and max 265), High 209 FPS, and Ultra 134 FPS. For competitive or fast-paced play, the Medium preset at 1080p offers an excellent balance — the minimum of 196 FPS ensures smoothness even in demanding scenes, while the average of 230 FPS leaves ample headroom. The jump from Medium to High costs only 21 FPS on average, but the visual improvements may be worth it for those with 144Hz displays.

At 1440p, the recommendations shift. Low produces 203 FPS, Medium 160 FPS (min 136, max 184), High 145 FPS, and Ultra 93 FPS. The Medium preset stands out here as well, with its minimum of 136 FPS staying above the 120 FPS threshold desired by many gamers. High at 145 FPS is also viable, offering better visuals with only a 15 FPS penalty versus Medium. Ultra at 93 FPS is playable but drops below the 100 FPS mark, making it less ideal for high-refresh monitors.

For 4K, the situation changes dramatically. Ultra averages 55 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. High at 87 FPS and Medium at 95 FPS (min 81, max 110) are the sweet spots — Medium provides the best combination of visual quality and performance, staying above 80 FPS at all times. Low at 121 FPS is viable for those prioritizing frame rate over fidelity, but the visual downgrade may be noticeable. The best overall experience at 4K is the Medium preset, as it delivers consistent performance without the visual compromises of Low or the steep cost of Ultra.

# How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of the Intel Core i7-12700KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER achieves a combo rank of 466 out of 3,703 tested combinations in Greedfall. This places it in the top 12.6% of all tested systems, a strong showing that reflects the balance between CPU and GPU capabilities.

The rank is notable because it sits in the upper tier despite the CPU being from a previous generation (released in late 2021) and the GPU being end-of-life status. The i7-12700KF's 85th percentile CPU ranking and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 76th percentile GPU ranking combine to form a system that outperforms 3,237 other combos in this game specifically. The data suggests that Greedfall's engine responds well to the 12-core CPU's threading capabilities and the 16 GB GPU's memory bandwidth.

When interpreting this rank, it's important to consider that Greedfall is a 2019 title, meaning it may not fully utilize the latest hardware features. Despite this, the combo achieves 134 FPS at 1080p Ultra and 55 FPS at 4K Ultra, indicating that the hardware is not holding back the game's performance. The rank of 466 implies that many other combinations — likely those with newer CPUs or higher-tier GPUs — achieve better raw frame rates, but the gap is not enormous given the age of the game.

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

Analyzing the FPS scaling across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound pattern. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 134 at 1080p to 93 at 1440p (a 30.6% decrease) and then to 55 at 4K (a 40.9% decrease from 1440p). This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting component at higher resolutions, as the CPU's workload remains relatively constant while the GPU's rendering load increases dramatically.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more pronounced: 293 FPS at 1080p, 203 FPS at 1440p (a 30.7% drop), and 121 FPS at 4K (a 40.4% drop). The fact that Low settings still show significant resolution-based FPS losses confirms the GPU bottleneck — if the CPU were limiting, we'd expect FPS to remain flat across resolutions at lower graphical loads. The 1080p Low result of 293 FPS is particularly telling, as it suggests the CPU could theoretically push even higher frame rates if the GPU were faster.

The Medium preset tells a similar story: 230 FPS at 1080p, 160 FPS at 1440p (30.4% drop), and 95 FPS at 4K (40.6% drop). High settings follow with 209, 145, and 87 FPS respectively (30.6% and 40.0% drops). The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings strongly suggests that the GPU's rendering throughput — not the CPU or memory subsystem — governs the frame rate at each resolution. The 4K Ultra result of 55 FPS, while low, is still above the playable threshold, but the data clearly shows that this combo is best suited for 1440p gaming where it can maintain high refresh rates even at Ultra settings.

# FAQ

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in Greedfall?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 466 out of 3,703 tested combinations in this game.

Q: Which resolution and settings combination delivers the highest average FPS?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 293 FPS average, which is the highest measured in this dataset.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The GPU is the limiting component, as evidenced by the consistent 30-40% FPS drops when moving from 1080p to 1440p to 4K across all settings presets.

Q: What are the minimum FPS values for the Medium preset?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 196; at 1440p Medium, it's 136; and at 4K Medium, it's 81.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER compare to its nearest GPU rival in synthetic tests?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average benchmark score of 31,087, while the closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, scores 31,206 — just 0.4% higher.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The i7-12700KF scores 4,071 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which contributes to its 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

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

1920x1080:

• Low: 293 FPS average
• Medium: 230 FPS average, 196 FPS minimum, 265 FPS maximum
• High: 209 FPS average
• Ultra: 134 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 203 FPS average
• Medium: 160 FPS average, 136 FPS minimum, 184 FPS maximum
• High: 145 FPS average
• Ultra: 93 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 121 FPS average
• Medium: 95 FPS average, 81 FPS minimum, 110 FPS maximum
• High: 87 FPS average
• Ultra: 55 FPS average

The data shows a consistent pattern: each step up in resolution reduces FPS by roughly 30% to 40%, regardless of the settings preset. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum values, providing insight into frame time consistency — at 4K, the 81 FPS minimum still holds above 60 FPS, making it a reliable choice for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 55 FPS, which may cause noticeable stutter on high-refresh displays, but remains playable on standard 60Hz monitors. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory ensures that even at 4K Ultra, there are no VRAM-related hitches, as the game's textures fit comfortably within the available memory pool.