Greedfall

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

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-R architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. This is a desktop-class CPU with a 125 W TDP, and its benchmark profile shows strong multithreaded capabilities: it scores 44,534 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 18,704 in Cinebench R20 multicore. Single-thread performance is equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6,287 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2,932.

In the context of Greedfall, an Action RPG from 2019, this CPU provides far more processing headroom than the game demands. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 143.5 FPS average, which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. The processor's 33 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support (DDR4 and DDR5) contribute to its ability to feed the GPU efficiently. The i7-14700K sits in the 96th percentile of all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 70,074 is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-14700KF (70,104, 0% delta) and AMD EPYC 9115 (69,887, 0.3% delta), while slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (70,420, -0.5% delta).

The game's performance scaling from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution indicates that the CPU maintains consistent frame delivery, with the GPU becoming the limiting factor as settings increase. The data reveals that Greedfall is not a CPU-heavy title for this processor; the i7-14700K's 20 cores and 28 threads are more than sufficient to handle the game's logic, AI, and physics systems. The high boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures strong per-core performance, which is critical for games that rely on single-threaded engine code. The processor's PassMark single-thread score of 4,472 and multithread score of 52,392 reinforce its position as a high-end desktop part that does not constrain this GPU combo.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and Intel Arc B580 ranks 1,338 out of 1,705 tested combos in Greedfall. This places it in approximately the 21st percentile of all tested system pairings, meaning about 79% of tested combos deliver higher average FPS in this game. This rank reflects the GPU's modest performance tier rather than a CPU limitation, given the i7-14700K's position in the 96th percentile of all CPUs.

The data indicates that the combo's overall standing is heavily influenced by the Intel Arc B580, which sits in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score of 23,021 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon 760M (22,999, 0.1% delta) and NVIDIA P106-100 (22,950, 0.3% delta), while slightly behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (23,181, -0.7% delta). This mid-range GPU pairing with a top-tier CPU creates an imbalance where the processor's potential is underutilized in Greedfall's frame delivery.

The rank of 1,338 out of 1,705 suggests that most competing combos in the database employ higher-end GPUs or more balanced pairings. The measured FPS data confirms this: even at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 143.5 FPS, but this drops to 64.6 FPS at 1080p Ultra. This wide spread indicates that the GPU is the primary determinant of the combo's rank, as the CPU's performance headroom does not translate into higher frame rates when graphical settings increase. The combo's rank would likely improve significantly if paired with a more powerful GPU, but as tested, it represents a CPU-heavy build that does not fully align with Greedfall's GPU-bound workload at higher settings.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-limited performance as resolution increases. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 102.0 at 1080p to 74.8 at 1440p, and further to 41.6 at 4K. This represents a 27% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 59% reduction from 1080p to 4K. Similarly, at Low settings, the average FPS falls from 143.5 at 1080p to 102.3 at 1440p and 59.0 at 4K, a 29% and 59% drop respectively.

The scaling pattern at Medium settings shows the same trend: 116.9 FPS at 1080p, 79.0 at 1440p, and 47.5 at 4K, representing a 32% and 59% reduction. At Ultra settings, the drop is steeper: 64.6 FPS at 1080p, 44.5 at 1440p, and 28.8 at 4K, which is a 31% and 55% reduction. The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings presets indicates that the GPU's rendering throughput is the dominant constraint.

The fact that the FPS reduction from 1440p to 4K is proportionally similar across all settings presets (ranging from 55% to 59%) points to a GPU that is heavily pixel-bound. The Intel Arc B580's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus with 456.0 GB/s bandwidth provides the memory capacity, but the 13.67 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 213.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are the limiting factors at higher resolutions. The CPU's role is minimal in this scaling; the i7-14700K's strong single-thread and multithread scores suggest it could deliver higher FPS at lower resolutions if the GPU were faster. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 143.5 FPS, which is near the practical ceiling for many displays, but at 4K Ultra, the 28.8 FPS average indicates the GPU is stretched to its limits.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 143.5 FPS, Medium settings 116.9 FPS, High settings 102.0 FPS, and Ultra settings 64.6 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra at 1080p is substantial, with Ultra being 37% slower than High, suggesting that the Ultra preset includes demanding effects that disproportionately impact the Intel Arc B580.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS at Low settings is 102.3, at Medium settings 79.0, at High settings 74.8, and at Ultra settings 44.5. The drop from High to Ultra at 1440p is 40%, which is slightly larger than the 37% drop at 1080p, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional load becomes more expensive as pixel count increases. The 1440p Low result of 102.3 FPS is still above 100 FPS, making this resolution viable for high-refresh-rate gaming at lower settings.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings average 59.0 FPS, Medium 47.5 FPS, High 41.6 FPS, and Ultra 28.8 FPS. The 4K Low result is just below the 60 FPS threshold, while 4K Ultra is below 30 FPS, which would be considered unplayable for most users. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 51% reduction in average FPS, which is steeper than the 55% reduction at 1080p, indicating that the GPU's resources are more strained at higher resolutions when Ultra settings are enabled. The data shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at High settings or below, with 1440p gaming feasible at Medium settings or lower.

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

The Intel Arc B580 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage generation) using a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 2,560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units, with 20 ray tracing cores. The GPU operates at a base and boost clock of 2670 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for Greedfall's memory requirements even at 4K Ultra settings.

The GPU's compute capabilities include 13.67 TFLOPS FP32 performance and a texture rate of 427.2 GTexel/s. These specifications indicate a mid-range GPU, and the benchmark results confirm this positioning: the Arc B580's PassMark G3D score of 15,748 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,068 place it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score of 23,021 is within 0.7% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (23,181), showing parity with that competitor.

In Greedfall, the GPU's role is clearly the limiting factor at higher settings and resolutions. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 64.6 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 28.8 FPS. This 55% reduction aligns with the GPU's pixel rate of 213.6 GPixel/s, which becomes the bottleneck as resolution increases. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is not the constraint; rather, the GPU's raw shading and rasterization throughput limits performance. The Arc B580's 190 W TDP and dual-slot design with a 1x 8-pin power connector suggest a power-efficient card, and the suggested 450 W PSU is modest for this setup. The GPU's support for DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6 ensures compatibility with modern game APIs, and the measured performance in Greedfall reflects the GPU's mid-range positioning.

FAQ

Q: What average FPS does this combo achieve at 1080p High settings in Greedfall?

A: The combo delivers an average of 102.0 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700K or the Intel Arc B580 the bottleneck in this game?

A: The data shows the GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 143.5 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, it drops to 64.6 FPS, indicating the CPU has ample headroom while the GPU's rendering throughput constrains higher settings.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: At 3840x2160, the combo averages 59.0 FPS on Low settings, 47.5 FPS on Medium, 41.6 FPS on High, and 28.8 FPS on Ultra. Only Low settings approach playable frame rates at 4K.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Arc B580's average benchmark score is 23,021, which is 0.7% lower than the RTX 4060's 23,181 score. This indicates near-parity in overall GPU compute performance.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested system pairings in Greedfall?

A: The combo ranks 1,338 out of 1,705 tested combos, placing it in the lower half of all tested systems for this game's performance.

Q: What is the FPS difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, High settings average 74.8 FPS, while Ultra settings average 44.5 FPS, representing a 40% reduction in frame rate when switching from High to Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings in Greedfall with this combo. At 1080p, High settings deliver 102.0 FPS average, which offers an excellent balance between visual quality and performance. The jump to Ultra settings drops the average to 64.6 FPS, a 37% reduction that may not justify the visual improvement. For 1080p displays, High is the recommended preset, as it maintains well above 60 FPS while preserving most graphical features.

At 1440p, Medium settings produce 79.0 FPS average, while High settings yield 74.8 FPS. Both are playable, but Medium offers a slightly higher frame rate with a modest visual trade-off. The data suggests that Medium is the safer choice for 1440p, as it provides headroom above 60 FPS. Ultra at 1440p drops to 44.5 FPS, which is below the smoothness threshold for most users. For 4K gaming, Low settings at 59.0 FPS is the only preset that approaches 60 FPS, but even this is borderline. Medium at 4K drops to 47.5 FPS, and High to 41.6 FPS, making these presets less desirable for consistent frame delivery.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is 1080p High settings, which achieves 102.0 FPS average. This preset maximizes visual fidelity while maintaining a frame rate that supports high-refresh-rate displays. For users prioritizing frame rate over visuals, 1080p Low at 143.5 FPS is the fastest option, but the visual downgrade is substantial. The data indicates that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at High settings, with 1440p Medium as a secondary option for users with higher-resolution displays. Avoid Ultra settings at all resolutions, as the performance penalty is steep and the frame rates drop below playable thresholds at 1440p and 4K.