Greedfall

Greedfall, an Action RPG released in 2019, presents a demanding workload for modern hardware. This analysis examines the performance of the Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti across a matrix of resolutions and settings. The data provided shows a configuration capable of high refresh rate gameplay at 1080p, while 4K Ultra presents a significant challenge. The benchmark results indicate a system balanced between CPU and GPU capabilities, with the limiting factor shifting depending on the resolution and preset selected.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases, but the rate of degradation is heavily influenced by the graphics preset. At Low settings, the RTX 3070 Ti demonstrates significant headroom. The average frame rate drops from 212.9 FPS at 1920x1080 to 151.9 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 28.6%. Pushing further to 3840x2160 yields 87.2 FPS, which is 42.6% lower than the 1440p result. This scaling pattern suggests that at Low settings, the GPU is still the primary bottleneck at 4K, but the CPU is capable of feeding it frames quickly at lower resolutions.

The scaling becomes more dramatic when moving to Medium settings. The 1080p average is 167.6 FPS, which drops to 115 FPS at 1440p (a 31.4% decrease) and further to 72.8 FPS at 4K (a 36.7% decrease from 1440p). This steeper decline indicates that the increased graphical load is starting to saturate the GPU more consistently. The High preset shows a similar pattern, with 155.5 FPS at 1080p, 109.8 FPS at 1440p, and 64.1 FPS at 4K.

The Ultra preset presents the most interesting data, as it causes a disproportionate performance collapse. At 1080p, the system manages 99.6 FPS. Moving to 1440p sees a drop to 69 FPS. However, the jump to 4K results in just 39.7 FPS, a 42.5% reduction from 1440p. This sharp falloff indicates that the 8 GB frame buffer and the GPU's compute resources are being overwhelmed at 4K Ultra, making it the least viable configuration. The data suggests that for this combo, the GPU is the limiting component at 4K across all settings, while the strong CPU allows for very high frame rates at lower resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate gaming with this combo?

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system consistently exceeds 100 FPS across all presets. Even at Ultra settings, the average FPS is 99.6, which is suitable for a high-refresh-rate monitor.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti perform at 4K in Greedfall?

A: The GPU can handle 4K at lower settings, with an average of 87.2 FPS on Low and 72.8 FPS on Medium. However, performance drops significantly at higher presets, falling to 64.1 FPS on High and 39.7 FPS on Ultra, making 4K Ultra impractical for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700F a bottleneck for the RTX 3070 Ti in this game?

A: The data indicates the CPU is not a limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 212.9 FPS, which is a very high frame rate. The performance scaling from 1080p to 1440p and 4K follows a pattern typical of GPU-bound scenarios, suggesting the i7-14700F has ample headroom.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The average FPS drops from 151.9 on Low to 69 on Ultra at 2560x1440. This represents a 54.6% decrease in performance when moving to the highest preset.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Yes, but only with specific settings. The measured data shows it can achieve 64.1 FPS on High and 72.8 FPS on Medium. It falls below 60 FPS only on the Ultra preset, where it averages 39.7 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 30849 is 0.3% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME, but 0.8% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6700 and 0.9% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M5000.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination ranks 671st out of 1705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places the configuration in the 39.4th percentile of all tested systems, indicating it sits in the upper-middle tier of performance for this specific title. This ranking is a holistic measure, suggesting that while the system is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions, its 4K performance, particularly at Ultra settings, holds it back from a higher position.

The CPU component of this combo is a strong contributor to this ranking. The i7-14700F scores in the 94th percentile versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54097. This places it just 0.6% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and 1.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D, while being 1.2% ahead of the Intel Xeon Phi 7290. This high CPU performance ensures that frame pacing is consistent and that the GPU is rarely starved of data. The GPU, while less dominant, still holds a respectable position. Its average score of 30849 places it in the 74th percentile versus all GPUs, showing it is a capable mid-range to high-end part.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive look at performance across the board. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. On the Low preset, it achieves an average of 212.9 FPS. Moving to Medium yields 167.6 FPS, and High produces 155.5 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 99.6 FPS, which is playable on a standard 60Hz monitor and competitive on many 100Hz+ displays.

At 2560x1440, the performance is still very strong. The Low preset averages 151.9 FPS, which is a solid experience for competitive play. Medium and High presets deliver 115 FPS and 109.8 FPS respectively, both of which are excellent for smooth, detailed gameplay. The Ultra preset at this resolution drops to 69 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold for a comfortable experience.

The 3840x2160 resolution is where the RTX 3070 Ti begins to struggle. The Low preset is the most playable, with an average of 87.2 FPS. Medium follows with 72.8 FPS, and High with 64.1 FPS. All three are playable, though not at high refresh rates. The Ultra preset is the only unplayable option, with an average of 39.7 FPS, which will result in noticeable stutter and a suboptimal experience.

Settings Recommendations

The data suggests that the optimal experience depends heavily on the user's display and performance priorities. For 1080p users with high refresh rate monitors, the High preset at 155.5 FPS is an excellent choice, offering a good balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset is also viable at 99.6 FPS, providing the best image quality without sacrificing too much smoothness.

For 1440p, the High preset at 109.8 FPS is the clear recommendation. It provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium (115 FPS) with minimal performance cost, and it is substantially faster than Ultra (69 FPS). This preset offers the best balance for a high-quality, high-refresh-rate experience. Users who prioritize maximum graphical detail can still use Ultra, as 69 FPS is generally smooth, but they will see a noticeable drop from High.

For 4K, the choices are more constrained. The Low preset at 87.2 FPS provides the smoothest experience, but sacrifices visual quality. The Medium preset at 72.8 FPS is a better compromise for most users, offering a decent visual uplift while maintaining a playable frame rate. The High preset at 64.1 FPS is also viable for those who want better visuals and can tolerate a slightly lower frame rate. The Ultra preset should be avoided, as its 39.7 FPS average is too low for a consistent and enjoyable experience.

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. This high boost clock, combined with the large core count, gives it exceptional multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. In Greedfall, a game that does not typically scale perfectly with an unlimited number of cores, the high single-thread performance is crucial for maintaining high frame rates.

The CPU's benchmark results confirm its strength. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35443 and single-core score of 5003 are high, and its Passmark multithread score of 41765 is robust. This processing power is evident in the FPS data. The system achieves 212.9 FPS at 1080p Low, a frame rate that would be impossible if the CPU were a bottleneck. Even at 1080p Ultra, the 99.6 FPS result shows the CPU is capable of directing the GPU efficiently.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration for Greedfall. Instead, the RTX 3070 Ti's performance envelope defines the system's capabilities, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The i7-14700F provides a strong foundation that allows the GPU to operate at its full potential, making this combo a well-matched pairing for most gaming scenarios.