Greedfall

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti delivers a playable experience in Greedfall, but the data shows that resolution and settings dramatically alter the performance profile. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, and contextualizes the combination's standing against other tested systems.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p High settings, the combo averages 107.7 FPS, which is a strong result. Moving to 1440p High, the average drops to 77.1 FPS, a reduction of about 28% from the 1080p figure. At 4K High, the average plummets to 48 FPS, which is less than half of the 1080p High score. This pattern clearly shows the rendering load scaling with pixel count.

The trend is consistent across all quality presets. At Low settings, the frame rates are 150.6 FPS at 1080p, 105.1 FPS at 1440p, and 65.3 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K remains substantial even at Low, suggesting that the GPU’s raw throughput is the bottleneck. The RTX 3060 Ti’s memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory are likely being saturated at 4K, especially with higher texture quality.

Conversely, the scaling between 1080p and 1440p is less punishing, with a roughly 25-30% FPS drop depending on the preset. This suggests that 1440p is a viable resolution for this pairing, provided the settings are managed. The data indicates that the CPU, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, is not the limiting factor at any resolution; the consistent performance drop across all settings points directly to the GPU as the constraint.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing ranks 1163 out of 1705 combos for Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems. The rank reflects the balance of the CPU and GPU in this title, where the RTX 3060 Ti's performance is the deciding factor. The CPU’s high benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35443 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2711, do not translate into a top-tier gaming rank because the GPU cannot fully capitalize on them at higher resolutions.

The combo’s rank is more about the GPU’s position in the market. The RTX 3060 Ti has an average benchmark score of 25120 and sits at the 69th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in terms of average score include the AMD Radeon RX 6700M (25180, deltaPct -0.2) and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 (25235, deltaPct -0.5). The performance differences are minimal, indicating that this GPU is closely matched with those competitors.

However, the measured FPS in Greedfall shows that this combo can achieve high frame rates at 1080p, with a peak of 150.6 FPS on Low settings. The rank of 1163 suggests that while it does not lead any charts, it is not a poor performer either. It sits comfortably in the middle, capable of handling the game well at mainstream resolutions, which is a practical result for a builder targeting 1080p or light 1440p gaming.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. In Greedfall, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic, and the data suggests it does so without becoming a bottleneck. The benchmark results show a strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35443 and a single-core score of 5003.

The high single-thread performance is crucial for gaming, and the data reflects that the CPU is not limiting the frame rates. For instance, at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 150.6 FPS, which is a high frame rate that many CPUs would struggle to sustain. The fact that the FPS drops consistently when moving to 1440p and 4K, regardless of the preset, indicates that the CPU has headroom left on the table. The 33 MB of shared L3 cache and the dual-channel memory support (DDR4 and DDR5) provide ample bandwidth for the game’s data.

The CPU’s percentile ranking of 94 against all CPUs is high, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X (avgScore 54450, deltaPct -0.6) and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (avgScore 53469, deltaPct 1.2). These scores are comparable, showing that the i7-14700F is in the top tier of processors. In Greedfall, this processing power ensures that the GPU is the sole limiting factor, which is a desirable trait for a gaming system.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for the Intel Core i7-14700F + RTX 3060 Ti combo in Greedfall?*

A: The data shows 1080p is the strongest, with a High preset achieving 107.7 FPS. 1440p is also viable, with 77.1 FPS on High, but 4K performance drops to 48 FPS on High, which may not be smooth enough for all players.

Q: How does the RTX 3060 Ti compare to its closest rivals in terms of raw compute?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 25120. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6700M, scores 25180 with a deltaPct of -0.2, and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 scores 25235 with a deltaPct of -0.5. The performance differences are under 1%.

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

A: The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 27.3 FPS, which is a severe drop from the 47.8 FPS on Medium. This indicates the GPU is heavily overloaded. The CPU's high benchmark scores, like 35443 in Cinebench R23, suggest it is not the limiting factor.

Q: What is the performance impact of moving from High to Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, High settings yield 77.1 FPS, while Ultra drops to 50.8 FPS. This is a significant 34% reduction in frame rate for the visual upgrade, making High the more balanced choice for smooth gameplay.

*Q: Does the combo’s ranking in Greedfall reflect its overall hardware strength?*

A: The combo ranks 1163 out of 1705 in this game. While the CPU is in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, the GPU is in the 69th percentile. The game’s rank is lower due to the GPU’s mid-range performance.

Q: How does the RTX 3060 Ti’s memory configuration affect 4K performance?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The 4K results, such as 48 FPS on High, show that this configuration struggles with the high resolution, likely due to memory capacity and bandwidth limits.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the decisive component in this pairing for Greedfall. It has a base clock of 1410 MHz and a boost clock of 1665 MHz, with 4864 shading units and 80 ROPs. The GPU’s performance in this game is directly tied to its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. The measured FPS shows that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings.

At 1080p, the GPU delivers excellent results, with a peak of 150.6 FPS on Low and 107.7 FPS on High. These numbers indicate that the GPU is well-suited for 1080p gaming. At 1440p, the performance is still respectable, with 77.1 FPS on High, making it a solid choice for that resolution. However, 4K is where the GPU’s limitations become apparent; the 48 FPS on High is on the edge of playability, and the 27.3 FPS on Ultra is not recommended.

The GPU’s benchmark scores reflect its mid-range positioning, with a Passmark G3D score of 20349 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2626. It has a percentile rank of 69 against all GPUs, and its nearest rivals are within 0.7% performance delta. The 8 GB VRAM is a critical factor; at 4K, the higher presets likely exceed the memory capacity, causing the significant FPS drops seen between Medium (47.8 FPS) and Ultra (27.3 FPS). For the best experience, managing settings to stay within the VRAM limits is key.

Settings Recommendations

The measured rows provide a clear guide for optimal settings. For players targeting 1080p, the High preset at 107.7 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance. Pushing to Ultra drops the frame rate to 68.8 FPS, which is a 36% reduction, so High is the recommended preset for a smooth experience. At 1440p, the High preset at 77.1 FPS is the sweet spot. Medium at 83.5 FPS is slightly faster, but High offers better visuals for a marginal FPS cost. Ultra at 50.8 FPS is playable but may feel less fluid in action scenes.

For 4K gaming, the data indicates that compromises are necessary. The Low preset at 65.3 FPS is the most playable option, but it sacrifices visual fidelity. The High preset at 48 FPS is the highest quality that remains borderline playable, but the Medium preset at 47.8 FPS offers almost identical performance. Given the steep drop to 27.3 FPS on Ultra, it is best to avoid Ultra entirely at 4K. The most practical recommendation is to play at 1440p High for the best overall balance, or drop to 1080p High if a higher frame rate is preferred. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and the observed scaling suggest that High settings at 1440p are the ceiling for a consistently smooth experience.