Greedfall

Greedfall, a 2019 Action RPG, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with both resolution and graphics presets. For the combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, the benchmark data indicates that the optimal experience is found at 2560x1440 with High settings, which delivers an average of 121 FPS, striking the best balance between visual fidelity and high refresh rate performance. While 1920x1080 offers higher frame rates, the visual upgrade at 1440p is substantial, and the performance remains well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, while visually superior, incurs a heavy performance cost, reducing frame rates by over 36% compared to High settings at the same resolution, making it less desirable for consistent, smooth gameplay.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy of performance across the four available presets. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the clear recommendation, producing an average of 121 FPS. This is a 45% improvement over the Ultra preset's 77 FPS, while still providing a rich visual experience. The Medium preset at 133 FPS is also viable, but the High preset's additional graphical features are worth the 12 FPS average difference for most users. The Low preset, while hitting 169 FPS, sacrifices too much visual quality for a marginal gain in smoothness over High.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the only setting that maintains a playable frame rate, averaging 72 FPS. The Medium preset is close behind at 79 FPS, but the High preset offers better visual quality for a 7 FPS average cost. The Ultra preset at this resolution drops to 46 FPS, which is below the standard for smooth gameplay. The Low preset at 101 FPS is an option for those prioritizing frame rate above all else, but the visual compromise is significant at this resolution. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 174 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a high refresh rate experience without the performance overhead of the Ultra preset, which still manages a very playable 111 FPS. The data shows that the High preset is the "sweet spot" across all tested resolutions, offering a robust frame rate that is not excessively taxing on the hardware.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the primary driver of performance in these benchmarks, and its specifications directly explain the observed frame rates. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s, which is critical for handling the high-resolution textures and complex scenes in Greedfall. This is particularly evident at 3840x2160, where the memory demands are highest; the GPU's ability to maintain a 72 FPS average at High settings demonstrates its capacity to feed the rendering pipeline without becoming a bottleneck.

The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2617 MHz, are also a significant factor. The high boost clock allows for substantial computational throughput, which is reflected in the strong performance at lower resolutions. The RTX 5080's architecture, Blackwell 2.0, and its 10752 shading units contribute to its raw processing power. The benchmark results show that the GPU is capable of delivering 244 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating that the CPU is not limiting performance at this setting. The data suggests that the RTX 5080 is more than capable of handling Greedfall, with its performance headroom allowing for high frame rates even at demanding 1440p resolutions. The GPU's 87th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 56083, further confirms its high-end positioning.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 achieves a rank of 1023 out of 3703 tested combos in Greedfall. This places the pairing in the top 28% of all configurations, which is a strong result. The data indicates that this combo is well-suited for the game, providing a performance level that is competitive with a large majority of other tested systems. While it is not in the top tier of configurations, its ranking suggests that it offers a high-quality experience without being an outlier in either direction.

This ranking is particularly notable given the CPU's mobile-oriented design. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125H is a 14-core, 18-thread processor with a 28 W TDP, which is not typically associated with top-tier gaming performance. However, the benchmark data shows that it does not significantly bottleneck the RTX 5080 in this title. The combo's rank of 1023 suggests that the GPU is able to operate near its full potential, and the CPU's performance is sufficient to keep up with the demands of the game. The deltaPct values for the CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (-0.1%) and Intel Core i5-12600K (-0.3%), indicate that the 125H's processing power is on par with these desktop-class chips, which helps explain its ability to support a high-end GPU effectively.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets. The Low preset produces an average of 244 FPS, while the Medium preset achieves 192 FPS, with a minimum of 163 FPS and a maximum of 221 FPS. The High preset delivers 174 FPS, and the Ultra preset still manages a very respectable 111 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound, and the CPU is not a limiting factor.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a more pronounced difference between presets. The Low preset averages 169 FPS, while the Medium preset drops to 133 FPS, with a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 153 FPS. The High preset delivers 121 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 77 FPS. The 44 FPS difference between High and Ultra at this resolution highlights the significant cost of the Ultra preset's additional effects. At 3840x2160, the performance scales down further. The Low preset averages 101 FPS, the Medium preset averages 79 FPS, with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 91 FPS, and the High preset averages 72 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that falls below 60 FPS, averaging just 46 FPS. The data shows that the RTX 5080 is capable of delivering a smooth 4K experience at High settings, but the Ultra preset is too demanding for consistent gameplay at this resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Greedfall with this hardware?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with High settings provides the best overall experience, delivering an average of 121 FPS. This resolution offers a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay.

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

A: Yes, it can. At 3840x2160, the High preset achieves an average of 72 FPS, which is playable. However, the Ultra preset at this resolution drops to 46 FPS, which is not ideal for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 79 FPS is also a viable option for 4K.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between the High and Ultra presets?

A: The performance cost of the Ultra preset is substantial. At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 121 FPS on High to 77 FPS on Ultra, a 36% reduction. At 3840x2160, the drop is from 72 FPS to 46 FPS, a 36% reduction as well.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H a bottleneck for the RTX 5080 in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not a significant bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 244 FPS, suggesting the GPU is the primary limiter. The CPU's performance is comparable to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 5800, with a deltaPct of -0.1%.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average frame rate recorded is 46 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset. The lowest minimum frame rate recorded is 68 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with the Medium preset.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 1023 out of 3703 tested combos, placing it in the top 28% of all configurations tested for Greedfall. This indicates it is a strong performer for this game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 125H plays a supporting role in this configuration, and its specifications are sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 5080 in Greedfall. With 14 cores and 18 threads, the processor provides ample multi-threaded capability, which is reflected in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12804.5. Its boost clock of 4.50 GHz ensures strong single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1647.5, which is critical for game logic and physics calculations.

The CPU's 18 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for gaming workloads. The benchmark data shows that the CPU's average benchmark score of 27507 places it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and Intel Core i5-12600K, with deltaPct values of -0.1% and -0.3%, respectively. This indicates that the 125H's processing power is competitive with these desktop-class chips, which is remarkable for a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game state. The high frame rates at 1080p, such as 244 FPS on Low settings, demonstrate that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output. The PassMark multi-thread score of 21100 and single-thread score of 3399 further confirm its capability. The data suggests that the Core Ultra 5 125H is a well-balanced partner for the RTX 5080, providing enough processing power to ensure that the GPU is the primary determinant of performance in most scenarios. The combo's rank of 1023 out of 3703 reflects this balanced pairing, showing that the CPU does not hold back the GPU's potential in this title.