Greedfall

# Greedfall with Intel Core Ultra 5 235 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

This combo ranks 2074th out of 2938 tested configurations for Greedfall, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. The pairing of Intel's 14-core Core Ultra 5 235 with NVIDIA's RTX 2060 SUPER produces playable frame rates across most settings, but the data shows clear limitations at higher resolutions and quality presets. The GPU's 62nd percentile standing among all graphics cards, combined with the CPU's 89th percentile ranking, suggests a system where the graphics card is the primary constraint in this Action RPG.

How This Combo Ranks

The 2074th position out of 2938 combos indicates this configuration sits roughly in the 29th percentile of all tested systems for Greedfall. This is a modest placement, reflecting that while the hardware is capable of running the game, many other combinations deliver higher average frame rates. The ranking is heavily influenced by the RTX 2060 SUPER's performance ceiling, as the CPU is clearly not the limiting factor given its high percentile score.

Benchmark results show the CPU outperforms several close rivals in synthetic tests, with an average benchmark score of 46062. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 46030, a mere 0.1% difference, while the Intel Core i9-13900HX scores 46098, putting the Core Ultra 5 235 just 0.1% behind. The AMD EPYC 4364P and EPYC 7303 both score within 0.2% of this chip. This clustering indicates the CPU is competitive with high-end mobile and server parts, but the GPU's lower relative standing pulls the overall gaming combo down.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 18093 places it just 0.4% ahead of the RTX 3060 Mobile and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5700. It trails the AMD Radeon RX 460 by 1.5% and the Intel Arc A770M by 1.6%. This tight grouping means the RTX 2060 SUPER is positioned at a performance tier where minor architectural differences between competing products yield similar gaming results.

GPU Role

The RTX 2060 SUPER carries 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1470 MHz with a boost clock of 1650 MHz, while memory runs at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These specifications are modest by modern standards, and the data suggests they are sufficient for 1080p gaming but become strained at higher resolutions.

In Greedfall specifically, the GPU's 2176 shading units and 64 ROPs deliver 105.6 GPixel/s pixel fill rate and 224.4 GTexel/s texture rate. The 7.181 TFLOPS FP32 performance is adequate for the game's 2019-era rendering demands, but the measured frame rates show that Ultra settings at any resolution push this GPU to its limits. The 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores are present but Greedfall does not heavily utilize ray tracing, so these do not significantly impact the results.

The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking among all GPUs, combined with its end-of-life production status, indicates this is a mid-range part from the Turing generation. The 12 nm process node and 10,800 million transistors on a 445 mm² die suggest power efficiency is not a strong suit, but the 175 W TDP is manageable for a desktop system.

Resolution Scaling

The measured data shows a predictable pattern of frame rate degradation as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 108 at 1920x1080 to 75 at 2560x1440 (a 30.6% reduction), then to 45 at 3840x2160 (a 58.3% reduction from 1080p). This steep decline indicates the GPU becomes increasingly the bottleneck at higher pixel counts.

Low settings show a similar trend: 152 FPS at 1080p drops to 105 FPS at 1440p (30.9% lower) and 63 FPS at 4K (58.6% lower). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings suggests that Greedfall's rendering workload scales fairly linearly with pixel count, and the RTX 2060 SUPER simply cannot maintain high frame rates when pushing 8.3 million pixels at 4K.

Medium settings exhibit the gentlest scaling curve, with 119 FPS at 1080p falling to 83 FPS at 1440p (30.3% lower) and 49 FPS at 4K (58.8% lower). Ultra settings show the most dramatic drop: 69 FPS at 1080p to 48 FPS at 1440p (30.4% lower) and 29 FPS at 4K (58% lower). The uniformity of these percentage drops across all quality presets strongly indicates that resolution, not settings complexity, is the dominant factor in performance scaling for this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 152 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Medium settings yield 119 FPS average with a minimum of 101 FPS and maximum of 137 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above display refresh rates. High settings drop to 108 FPS average, still excellent for competitive or fast-paced play. Ultra settings bring the average down to 69 FPS, which remains playable but begins to approach the lower bounds of smoothness for some users.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains respectable but the limitations become apparent. Low settings average 105 FPS, maintaining fluid gameplay. Medium settings average 83 FPS with a range of 70 to 95 FPS, still comfortably above 60 FPS. High settings produce 75 FPS average, which is playable but offers less headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra settings drop to 48 FPS average, falling below the 60 FPS target and indicating that this preset is not ideal for 1440p gaming with this combo.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's constraints are fully exposed. Low settings average 63 FPS, barely exceeding the 60 FPS mark. Medium settings average 49 FPS with a minimum of 42 FPS and maximum of 57 FPS, meaning the game will experience noticeable stuttering during intense moments. High settings drop to 45 FPS average, while Ultra settings plummet to 29 FPS average, making the game feel sluggish and unresponsive at this resolution with high-quality presets.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 features 14 cores and 14 threads, operating at a base clock of 3.40 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This configuration, built on the Arrow Lake architecture using a 3 nm TSMC process, provides substantial multi-threaded performance. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB L2 cache per core contribute to strong memory latency characteristics that benefit gaming workloads.

The CPU's benchmark results demonstrate robust capability: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 14769, while single-core scores 2085. PassMark multi-thread tests show 37816, with single-thread at 4516. These numbers place the CPU in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, confirming it is a high-performing part. The nearest rivals are all within 0.2% in average score, indicating this chip is competitive with top-tier mobile and server processors.

In Greedfall, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU. The 14 cores provide ample processing power for the game's AI, physics, and world simulation, but the measured frame rates show that the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the 152 FPS average suggests the CPU can feed the GPU efficiently, but the GPU's limits prevent higher frame rates. The data compression score of 390711 and floating-point math score of 117951 indicate strong general-purpose performance that would handle any CPU-bound sections of the game without issue.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, High settings provide the best balance of visual quality and performance, with 108 FPS average. While Ultra settings at 69 FPS are playable, the 39 FPS drop from High to Ultra represents a significant visual upgrade cost. Medium settings at 119 FPS offer extra headroom for users with high refresh rate displays, but High provides superior image quality without sacrificing smoothness.

For 2560x1440, Medium settings at 83 FPS are the recommended choice. This preset maintains frame rates well above 60 FPS while offering better visual fidelity than Low settings. High settings at 75 FPS are acceptable for users who prioritize image quality, but the 8 FPS difference between Medium and High may not justify the additional visual load. Ultra settings at 48 FPS fall below the optimal range and should be avoided.

At 3840x2160, Low settings at 63 FPS is the only viable option for maintaining playable frame rates. Medium settings at 49 FPS will experience noticeable frame drops during demanding scenes, as indicated by the 42 FPS minimum. High and Ultra settings at 45 and 29 FPS respectively are not recommended for serious gameplay. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution or accepting significant visual compromises.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of running Greedfall at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. The data shows 60+ FPS averages for Low, Medium, and High settings at both 1920x1080 and 2560x1440. At 3840x2160, only Low settings achieve an average of 63 FPS, while all other presets fall below 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this combo at 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS, providing the best combination of visual quality and smooth performance. High settings at 75 FPS are acceptable, but Ultra at 48 FPS is not recommended.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Core Ultra 5 235 scores 46062 on average, placing it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46030) and 0.2% ahead of both the AMD EPYC 4364P (45970) and AMD EPYC 7303 (45960). It trails the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46098) by 0.1%.

Q: Does the RTX 2060 SUPER bottleneck the Core Ultra 5 235 in this game?

A: The data suggests yes, particularly at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 152 FPS, but the GPU's performance ceiling limits further gains. The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking versus the CPU's 89th percentile indicates the graphics card is the limiting component.

Q: What are the GPU's memory specifications and how do they affect performance?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. At 4K resolutions, the 8 GB capacity may be sufficient for Greedfall, but the bandwidth and compute limitations are evident in the measured FPS drops.

Q: Is this combo suitable for 4K gaming in Greedfall?

A: Only with significant compromises. Low settings at 3840x2160 average 63 FPS, while Medium drops to 49 FPS, High to 45 FPS, and Ultra to 29 FPS. The 42 FPS minimum at Medium settings indicates noticeable stuttering during gameplay.