Downfall

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Downfall with the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Intel Arc B390 shows a clear pattern across resolutions and presets. At 3840x2160, the highest resolution tested, the results are as follows. On Low settings, the average frame rate is 47 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 39 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 33 FPS and a maximum of 44 FPS. At High settings, the average falls further to 32 FPS. The Ultra preset produces the lowest result at this resolution, with an average of just 20 FPS. None of these 4K configurations reach the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance improves noticeably. The Low preset delivers an average of 76 FPS. Medium settings achieve an average of 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS. High settings produce an average of 51 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS target. The Ultra preset at this resolution averages 32 FPS. The jump from 4K to 1440p is substantial, particularly for the Low and Medium presets, which both clear the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the results are much stronger. The Low preset reaches an average of 106 FPS. Medium settings average 87 FPS, with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. High settings average 71 FPS, which still clears the 60 FPS target comfortably. The Ultra preset, however, drops to an average of 44 FPS. The 1080p data indicates that the combination is capable of smooth gameplay at several settings levels, with only the Ultra preset failing to meet the playable standard.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the workload is distributed between the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and the Intel Arc B390. The GPU has no dedicated memory of its own; it uses System Shared memory, and its bandwidth is listed as System Dependent. This configuration means the graphics workload relies heavily on the system's memory subsystem, which is a key factor in how performance scales.

Looking at the 1080p to 1440p transition, the Low preset drops from 106 FPS to 76 FPS, a reduction of 30 FPS. The Medium preset falls from 87 FPS to 62 FPS, a 25 FPS difference. These are significant drops, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck as resolution increases. The High preset moves from 71 FPS to 51 FPS, a 20 FPS decline. The consistent reduction across all presets suggests that the Intel Arc B390 is the limiting component when pixel count rises.

The 1440p to 4K transition shows even steeper declines. Low settings drop from 76 FPS to 47 FPS, Medium from 62 FPS to 39 FPS, and High from 51 FPS to 32 FPS. The Ultra preset falls from 32 FPS to 20 FPS. These drops are proportionally larger, reinforcing that the GPU is saturated at higher resolutions. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is likely sufficient to feed the GPU at lower resolutions, but the GPU's compute capabilities, which include 1536 shading units and a 7.680 TFLOPS FP32 rate, are exhausted as the resolution climbs.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent when comparing presets at a fixed resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 62 FPS (106 versus 44). At 1440p, the spread is 44 FPS (76 versus 32). At 4K, the spread narrows to 27 FPS (47 versus 20). This tightening indicates that at higher resolutions, the GPU workload dominates, and the CPU's influence on frame rate diminishes. The recorded data shows that the Ryzen 5 2600, with a passmark single-thread score of 2239, is adequate for lower resolutions, but the GPU becomes the decisive factor as the pixel count increases.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rival comparisons for both components, which helps contextualize where this combination sits. For the AMD Ryzen 5 2600, the closest match is the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, which has an average score of 21440, a delta of 0.2 percent from the Ryzen's 21484 average. The Intel Core i9-11900H scores 21367, a 0.5 percent difference. On the other side, the Intel Xeon D-1746TER scores 21635, which is 0.7 percent higher, and the AMD EPYC 9454 scores 21223, 1.2 percent lower. These rivals are all within roughly a point or two of each other, meaning that any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Downfall when paired with the same GPU.

For the Intel Arc B390, the nearest rivals are much weaker in absolute terms. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX has an average score of 1463, a 1.3 percent delta from the Arc's 1482. The NVIDIA GeForce 800M scores 1460, a 1.5 percent difference. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM scores 1446, 2.5 percent lower, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 scores 1443, 2.7 percent lower. These deltas are small, but the absolute scores are all clustered in the 1400 to 1500 range. This means that swapping the Arc B390 for any of these GPUs would result in very similar performance in Downfall, with the Arc holding a slight edge.

When considering the full combination, the CPU is far above the GPU in relative performance. The Ryzen 5 2600 sits in the 75th percentile against all CPUs, while the Arc B390 sits in the 9th percentile against all GPUs. This lopsided pairing means that the GPU is the clear limiting factor in most scenarios. Users upgrading from a GT 710 or similar would notice a modest gain, but the CPU has significant headroom that the GPU cannot exploit.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this specific combination at rank 3303 out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall. This puts it in the lower 11 percent of all configurations. The ranking reflects the GPU's low percentile position, as the CPU is comparatively strong. The combo's performance is constrained by the Arc B390's capabilities, which are far below the median GPU.

The rank is consistent with the measured FPS data. At 1080p, the combo can handle Low, Medium, and High presets above 60 FPS, which is respectable for a lower-end GPU. However, the inability to maintain 60 FPS at Ultra settings, even at 1080p, underscores the GPU's limitations. At 1440p, only Low and Medium are playable, and at 4K, none of the presets reach the threshold. This rank of 3303 out of 3716 suggests that many other combinations would deliver better performance, particularly those with more powerful GPUs.

The ranking also indicates that the CPU is not the primary cause of the low position. If the Ryzen 5 2600 were paired with a stronger GPU, the combo would likely rank much higher. The data shows a clear mismatch between the CPU's 75th percentile standing and the GPU's 9th percentile standing, which drags the overall combo down.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Downfall? The answer depends on the resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the answer is yes for most presets. The recorded data shows that Low, Medium, and High settings all clear the 60 FPS threshold, with High averaging 71 FPS. The best playable preset at this resolution is High, which offers the highest quality while maintaining an average of 71 FPS. Ultra is not playable, as it averages only 44 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the answer is yes for two presets. Low averages 76 FPS, and Medium averages 62 FPS. The best playable preset is Medium, which provides a good balance of quality and performance at 62 FPS. High falls short at 51 FPS, and Ultra is far below at 32 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the answer is no. None of the tested presets reach the 60 FPS threshold. The closest is Low at 47 FPS, followed by Medium at 39 FPS, High at 32 FPS, and Ultra at 20 FPS. For 4K gaming, this combination is not viable for Downfall.

The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and the verdict by resolution confirms the above. For users targeting 1080p, the system is capable. For 1440p, it works with reduced settings. For 4K, it is not recommended.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for 1080p gaming on this system?

A: The High preset is the most demanding setting that stays above 60 FPS, averaging 71 FPS at 1920x1080.

Q: Can this system run Downfall at 1440p?

A: Yes, but only with Low or Medium settings. Low averages 76 FPS, and Medium averages 62 FPS. High and Ultra fall below 60 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this CPU and GPU combination?

A: No. All presets at 3840x2160 fail to reach 60 FPS, with the highest average being 47 FPS on Low settings.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 scores 1482 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, scores 1463, which is 1.3 percent lower. Other nearby GPUs include the GeForce 800M and GT 625 OEM, all within 2.5 percent.

Q: What is the CPU's benchmark standing relative to other processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 has an average benchmark score of 21484, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, scores 21440, a 0.2 percent difference.

Q: Why does performance drop so much from 1080p to 4K?

A: The GPU uses System Shared memory, and its bandwidth is system dependent. As resolution increases, the GPU's 1536 shading units and 7.680 TFLOPS FP32 rate become the limiting factor, causing frame rates to decline sharply.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users seeking the highest quality preset that maintains at least 60 FPS, the database provides clear guidance.

At 1920x1080, the best playable preset is High. The measured average frame rate is 71 FPS, which comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. This setting offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium, which averages 87 FPS, and Low, which averages 106 FPS. The High preset is the sweet spot for 1080p, balancing visual fidelity with smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the best playable preset is Medium. The average frame rate is 62 FPS, just above the 60 FPS target. This is a tight margin, but it meets the requirement. Low settings average 76 FPS and are also playable, but Medium provides better visuals. High settings at 51 FPS are not playable, so Medium is the recommended choice for 1440p.

At 3840x2160, there is no playable preset. The highest average frame rate is 47 FPS on Low settings, which falls short of the 60 FPS threshold. The database lists no playable settings for 4K, and the best settings value is null. Users attempting 4K will need to accept frame rates in the 20 to 47 FPS range depending on the preset, or consider a different hardware configuration.

The data indicates that this combination is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p as a secondary option at reduced settings. For 4K, the system does not meet the playable standard, and users should adjust their expectations accordingly.