Greedfall

Greedfall, the 2019 Action RPG, is not a title that pushes modern hardware to its knees, but the data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination reveals a specific set of performance characteristics. The benchmark results show a system that is more than capable of delivering high-refresh-rate gameplay at 1080p, but which begins to show its limitations as resolution increases. The measured FPS across all settings and resolutions paints a clear picture of a GPU-bound experience at higher loads, with the processor providing ample headroom.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of performance across the four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are uniformly high, but the differences between presets are substantial. The "Ultra" preset yields an average of 73 FPS, which is noticeably lower than the 114 FPS of "High" and the 125 FPS of "Medium." For most players on a standard 1080p display, the "High" preset represents the optimal balance. It delivers an average of 114 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors. The jump from "Medium" to "High" costs 11 FPS on average, but the visual fidelity increase in an Action RPG is typically worth that difference. The "Ultra" preset, while playable, drops the average below the 100 FPS mark, making it less ideal for competitive or fast-paced play, and the 73 FPS average is a significant compromise for what is often a marginal visual improvement over "High."

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern persists but with lower absolute numbers. The "High" preset produces an average of 79 FPS, which is still excellent for a 1440p experience. "Medium" follows closely at 87 FPS, making it a viable alternative if you prefer slightly higher frame rates. The "Ultra" preset drops to 50 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a smooth experience, as it sits below the 60 FPS threshold. The "Low" preset, at 111 FPS, is the only one that offers a truly high-refresh experience at this resolution, but it does so at a significant visual cost. For 1440p, the data suggests that "High" is the most pragmatic choice, providing a strong balance of visual quality and performance, with "Medium" as a reasonable fallback for those who prioritize frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The "High" preset averages 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. "Medium" is slightly better at 52 FPS, but still not ideal. The "Ultra" preset is essentially a slideshow at 30 FPS, making it unsuitable for anything but a cinematic screenshot. Only the "Low" preset, at 66 FPS, achieves a playable frame rate at 4K. This data indicates that for a 4K display, you must either significantly compromise on visual settings or accept a frame rate that is not optimal. The "Low" preset is the only one that provides a consistently playable experience, but the visual downgrade is substantial. Therefore, the measured results suggest that 4K is not this combination's strong suit, and users should primarily target 1080p or 1440p for the best experience.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is the primary driver of performance in Greedfall, as evidenced by the consistent scaling of frame rates with resolution. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/sikuha. This is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests it becomes a limiting factor at 4K, where the average FPS drops by roughly half compared to 1440p. The GPU's clock speeds, with a boost clock of 2755 MHz, are high, but they are not enough to overcome the sheer pixel count at 4K.

The performance scaling from "Low" to "Ultra" settings shows a clear pattern of GPU saturation. At 1080p, the "Low" preset hits 159 FPS, while "Ultra" drops to 73 FPS. This 86 FPS difference is entirely due to the increased shading, texture, and post-processing loads on the GPU. The RX 7600 XT's 2048 shading units and 64 ROPs are the hardware resources handling these tasks. The data implies that the GPU is the bottleneck in almost all scenarios, as the CPU appears to have ample headroom to feed it. This is also reflected in the GPU's overall benchmark percentile of 60, indicating it is a mid-range part that performs capably but is not at the top of the stack. Its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 with a deltaPct of -0.7, show that it is competitive with the previous generation's higher-tier cards, but it is not a high-end solution.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data shows a clear and predictable drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At "High" settings, the average FPS goes from 114 at 1080p to 79 at 1440p, and then down to 47 at 4K. This represents a 31% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 41% drop from 1440p to 4K. This scaling is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario, where the workload increases proportionally with the number of pixels. The CPU, Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, with its 20 cores and 20 threads, is clearly not the limiting factor hereheb. Its high benchmark scores, such as 35850 in Cinebench R23 multicore, indicate it has far more processing power than Greedfall requires.

The difference between the "Low" preset at 4K (66 FPS) and the "High" preset at 4K (47 FPS) further confirms this. The GPU is working much harder at "High" settings, causing the frame rate to plummet. At "Low" settings, the GPU's workload is reduced, allowing it to maintain a playable frame rate even at 4K. This suggests that if you want to stay at 4K, you must reduce the visual load on the GPU, not rely on the CPU. The data indicates that the RX 7600 XT is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. At 1080p, it can easily push past 100 FPS on high settings, and at 1440p, it can maintain a solid 60 FPS or more on high settings. Pushing to 4K requires a significant sacrifice in visual fidelity.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combo ranks 2342 out of 3703 tested combinations for Greedfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the performance spectrum. This ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's mid-range standing, as the CPU is a top-tier part. The CPU's percentile vs all CPUs is 94, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700KF with a deltaPct of 1, indicating it is slightly faster on average. However, the GPU's percentile vs all GPUs is only 60, with a nearest rival being the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 with a deltaPct of 0.3.

This discrepancy between the CPU's high performance and the GPU's mid-range performance means that the combo is often held back by the graphics card. In a game like Greedfall, which is not particularly demanding on the CPU, the pairing's overall rank is determined by the GPU. The rank of 2342 out of 3703 means that a significant number of combinations, likely those with higher-end GPUs, will outperform this setup. However, it also means that this combo is not at the very bottom, and it performs admirably given the GPU's price and power bracket. The data suggests that this is a well-balanced 1080p/1440p gaming system, but it will not compete with setups that pair this CPU with a more powerful graphics card.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K with high settings?

A: No, the data shows that at 3840x2160 with "High" settings, the average FPS is 47, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. To achieve a playable frame rate at 4K, you would need to use the "Low" preset, which averages 66 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combo?

A: The benchmark results indicate that 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At this resolution, the "High" preset averages 79 FPS, providing a good balance between visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, the combo is very strong, with "High" settings hitting 114 FPS.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K a bottleneck for the RX 7600 XT in this game?

A: No. The CPU has a high benchmark score and is ranked in the 94th percentile. The FPS scaling with resolution changes shows that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the frame rate drops significantly when increasing resolution, which is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to its nearest rivals in GPU benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 17083. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, has an average score of 17208, with a deltaPct of -0.7, meaning the RX 7600 XT is slightly slower. It is also very close to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which has a deltaPct of 0.3.

Q: What is the performance difference between the "Medium" and "High" presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the "Medium" preset averages 87 FPS, while the "High" preset averages 79 FPS. This is a difference of 8 FPS, making "High" a worthwhile choice for better visuals without a major performance hit.

Q: Is the 16 GB of VRAM on the GPU useful for this game?

A: The 16 GB of memory is available, but the data does not indicate it is a limiting factor at 1080p or 1440p. The performance drop at 4K is more likely due to the GPU's compute power rather than memory capacity, as the frame rate drops dramatically even at "Low" settings compared to 1440p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average frame rates for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination in Greedfall, across all tested resolutions and settings.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | ------: | ------: | ------: |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 30 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | High | 47 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 52 | 44 | 60 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 66 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 50 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 79 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 87 | 74 | 100 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 111 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 73 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 114 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 125 | 106 | 144 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 159 | - | - |

The data confirms that at 1080p, all settings are playable, with even the "Ultra" preset maintaining an average above 70 FPS. The "Low" preset at 1080p reaches 159 FPS, showcasing the GPU's capability when not heavily loaded. At 1440p, the "Ultra" preset dips to 50 FPS, making it the weakest option, while "Medium" and "High" provide solid performance. At 4K, only the "Low" preset is capable of reaching a playable average, at 66 FPS, with "Ultra" falling to an average of 30 FPS. This breakdown shows a classic mid-range GPU performance curve, where 1080p is the primary target, 1440p is achievable with settings adjustments, and 4K is only possible with significant compromises.