Greedfall

Greedfall is an Action RPG that scales heavily with GPU load, and the combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT delivers a playable experience across most settings, though it struggles at the highest preset. The data shows a system that can easily push high refresh rates at 1080p but begins to show its limits as resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination ranks 2624 out of 3703 tested combos for Greedfall. This places it in the lower half of the database, which is a direct reflection of the GPU's position rather than the CPU's capability. The ranking indicates that while this setup is far from the top-tier configurations, it is not at the bottom either, occupying a middle-ground percentile that aligns with its 1080p and 1440p performance targets.

This rank is heavily influenced by the RX 6600 XT's overall standing, as the GPU sits at the 70th percentile compared to all GPUs. The CPU, conversely, is a much stronger component, ranking in the 94th percentile against all CPUs. The discrepancy between the two components is stark: the processor is a high-end part, while the graphics card is a mid-range offering. Consequently, the combo's overall rank in Greedfall is dragged down by the GPU, which becomes the primary bottleneck in this title.

When looking at the GPU's nearest rivals, the data shows a very tight cluster. The RX 6600 XT has an average benchmark score of 24442, which is only 0.7% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 and 0.8% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti. It also sits 0.8% below the Intel Arc A350M and 1.1% above the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. These deltas are minimal, indicating that in synthetic benchmarks, the RX 6600 XT performs nearly identically to much older or less capable cards. This explains why the combo's rank in Greedfall is not higher; the GPU is not a standout performer, even compared to hardware from previous generations.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals show a similarly tight grouping, but with a different implication. The Core i7-14700K's average benchmark score of 69355 is just 0.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 9115 and 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. It is also 0.7% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and 0.9% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F. This indicates that the Core i7-14700K is performance-competitive with the very best processors on the market, even if it is not the absolute leader. In Greedfall, this CPU strength means that frame rates will rarely be limited by the processor, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The card's clocks are set at a base of 1968 MHz, with a game clock of 2359 MHz and a boost clock of 2589 MHz. These specifications are the core determinants of its performance in Greedfall, a game that is sensitive to raw pixel throughput and memory bandwidth.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p play, as evidenced by the measured frame rates. However, at 4K resolution, the data shows a significant drop in performance, which is partially attributable to the GPU's computational limits and partially to the memory subsystem. The 128-bit bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are modest figures for 4K gaming, where the demand for texture data is substantially higher. This creates a scenario where the GPU is not only processing fewer frames but also potentially struggling to feed the renderer with data quickly enough.

The GPU's processing power is defined by its 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, which produce a pixel rate of 165.7 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 331.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 10.60 TFLOPS. These numbers are consistent with a mid-range card that excels at 1080p. In Greedfall, this translates directly into the measured results: the card is able to produce 152 FPS at Low settings in 1080p, but this drops to 69 FPS at Ultra settings. The scaling is linear and predictable, showing that the GPU is the limiting factor as settings increase.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Greedfall at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but with compromises. The measured data shows an average of 45 FPS at High settings and 63 FPS at Low settings in 3840x2160. At Ultra settings, the average drops to 29 FPS, which is not a smooth experience.

Q: What is the best resolution for this setup?

A: The data indicates that 1920x1080 is the sweet spot. It achieves 108 FPS on High and 152 FPS on Low, providing a responsive and fluid experience. 2560x1440 is also viable, with 75 FPS on High.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance in Greedfall?

A: The Core i7-14700K has 20 cores and 28 threads, with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Given its 94th percentile ranking, it is unlikely to bottleneck the RX 6600 XT. The measured frame rates are more consistent with GPU limitations than CPU limitations.

Q: Is the RX 6600 XT a strong performer compared to its rivals?

A: The data shows it is closely matched with its nearest rivals. It is 0.7% faster than the GeForce GTX 1630 and 1.1% faster than the RTX 2080 SUPER, but 0.8% slower than the Intel Arc A350M. It is not a significant leap over these cards.

Q: What is the impact of the Medium preset on frame pacing?

A: The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p, it averages 119 FPS with a minimum of 101 FPS and a maximum of 137 FPS. This suggests a relatively stable frame time distribution.

Q: Does the GPU's VRAM size limit performance?

A: The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the tested settings, but the 128-bit memory bus is a limiting factor at higher resolutions. The bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s is a bottleneck at 4K, where performance drops significantly compared to lower resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the High preset at 1920x1080 is the recommended starting point. The data shows an average of 108 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. This setting provides a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a high frame rate. If a higher refresh rate is desired, the Low preset at 1080p yields 152 FPS, but this sacrifices visual quality for speed.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is still the most balanced option, averaging 75 FPS. This is a playable frame rate for most users, though not as high as 1080p. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 83 FPS and offers a more stable frame time window (minimum 70, maximum 95), which might be preferable for those sensitive to stutter. Ultra settings should be avoided at 1440p due to the 48 FPS average.

For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only viable option for a smooth experience, averaging 63 FPS. The High preset at 45 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 29 FPS is not recommended for active gameplay. The Medium preset at 4K averages 49 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Given the significant drop in performance at this resolution, users are better served by lowering the resolution or settling for the Low preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates its peak performance. The Low preset reaches an average of 152 FPS, which is the highest score in the entire dataset. The Medium preset follows with 119 FPS and a recorded minimum of 101 FPS and maximum of 137 FPS. The High preset delivers 108 FPS, providing a strong balance between quality and speed. The Ultra preset is the weakest at this resolution, dropping to 69 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. The Low preset still manages a high 105 FPS, making it a viable option for competitive play. The Medium preset averages 83 FPS, with a minimum of 70 and a maximum of 95. The High preset is close behind at 75 FPS. The Ultra preset takes a significant hit, averaging only 48 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is struggling with the increased pixel count and settings.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become apparent. The Low preset is the only option that maintains a comfortable frame rate, averaging 63 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 49 FPS, with a minimum of 42 and a maximum of 57. The High preset averages 45 FPS, which is on the edge of playability. The Ultra preset is nearly unplayable, with an average of just 29 FPS. The data clearly shows a steep decline in performance from 1440p to 4K, highlighting the GPU's constraints.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. It has 33 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The processor's benchmark scores are exceptional, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 33440.5 and a single-core score of 2160. Its Geekbench scores are 20767 for multicore and 2569 for single-core.

In the context of Greedfall, this CPU is overkill. The game's performance is almost entirely dictated by the GPU, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling with resolution and settings. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking means it is more powerful than the vast majority of processors, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, which it trails by only 0.2% in average benchmark score. This indicates that the Core i7-14700K is not a limiting factor in this configuration.

The processor's high thread count and clock speeds ensure that it can easily feed the RX 6600 XT with draw calls and game logic data. The measured FPS values, particularly the high averages at 1080p, are consistent with a system where the CPU is idling and the GPU is working at full capacity. There is no data in the pack to suggest CPU bottlenecking, as the frame rates do not plateau at a level consistent with CPU limitations. Instead, they drop linearly as GPU load increases, confirming that the RX 6600 XT is the performance ceiling for this combo. The 125 W TDP and 10 nm process node are specifications that further highlight the CPU's capability, but they do not directly influence the game's frame rates.