Downfall

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Downfall on this AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Arc B390 combination shows a steep performance curve that scales predictably with resolution and preset. At 4K, the system struggles across the board, with the highest average of 47 FPS appearing only at Low settings. The Medium preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 39 FPS, with a minimum of 33 FPS and a maximum of 44 FPS, indicating that even the middle ground cannot hold a consistent frame rate. High drops to 32 FPS average, while Ultra bottoms out at 20 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the picture improves noticeably. Low settings deliver 76 FPS average, which clears the playable threshold by a healthy margin. Medium follows at 62 FPS average, with minimum and maximum readings of 53 and 71 FPS respectively. High falls to 51 FPS average, and Ultra drops further to 32 FPS. The 1440p results show that the system is capable of smooth gameplay only when settings are kept moderate.

At 1920x1080, the combination performs best. Low settings reach 106 FPS average, Medium hits 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS, and High delivers 71 FPS average. Ultra is the only preset at 1080p that fails to stay above 60 FPS, landing at 44 FPS average. The data shows a clear pattern: this pairing favors lower resolutions and mid-tier presets, with diminishing returns as visual fidelity increases.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The closest option is Low at 47 FPS average, but that still falls short of the playable threshold. The database records no playable settings at this resolution, so users targeting 4K would need to accept sub-60 FPS performance or lower the resolution entirely.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which averages 62 FPS. Low also qualifies with 76 FPS, but Medium offers a better visual balance while still clearing the threshold. High and Ultra both miss the mark, so Medium is the recommended ceiling here.

At 1920x1080, the best setting that maintains at least 60 FPS is High, averaging 71 FPS. Low and Medium also qualify, but High provides the highest visual quality among the playable options. Ultra remains unplayable at 44 FPS average, so High represents the optimal tradeoff at this resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Downfall at 4K?

A: No. The recorded data shows no playable settings at 3840x2160. The best result is Low at 47 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best preset at 1440p?

A: Medium is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 62 FPS. Low also works at 76 FPS, but Medium offers better visuals.

Q: Does the system handle 1080p well?

A: Yes. Three presets clear 60 FPS at 1920x1080: Low at 106 FPS, Medium at 87 FPS, and High at 71 FPS. Ultra fails at 44 FPS.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B390 scores 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. It sits 1.3% above the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% above the GeForce 800M, 2.5% above the GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% above the GT 710.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 17035. It is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-1260P and 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7742, while sitting 0.2% behind both the Intel Core i5-11400 and the AMD EPYC 7573X.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the average is 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 39 FPS with a minimum of 33 FPS and a maximum of 44 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearby hardware that would behave similarly in a combined system. On the processor side, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 sits in a tight cluster of rivals. The Intel Core i7-1260P scores 17007, which is 0.2% lower than the Ryzen's 17035 average. The AMD EPYC 7742 scores 16998, also 0.2% lower. On the other side, the Intel Core i5-11400 scores 17067, 0.2% higher, and the AMD EPYC 7573X scores 17070, also 0.2% higher. These deltas are negligible in real-world terms, so swapping the Ryzen 5 3600 for any of these parts would produce nearly identical CPU-bound behavior in Downfall.

The GPU side is more dramatic. The Intel Arc B390 scores 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all NVIDIA parts from the entry-level segment. The GeForce GT 520MX scores 1463, 1.3% behind. The GeForce 800M scores 1460, 1.5% behind. The GT 625 OEM scores 1446, 2.5% behind. The GT 710 scores 1443, 2.7% behind. These differences are small enough that any of these GPUs would deliver broadly similar frame rates in Downfall, though none would meaningfully change the overall verdict. The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing, as its percentile rank of 9 is far below the CPU's percentile rank of 71.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Arc B390 combination ranks 3303 out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall. That places it in the lower portion of the database, roughly in the 11th percentile of all tested systems. The ranking reflects the GPU's weak standing among tested graphics cards, despite the CPU being a relatively strong performer. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking among all processors does little to offset the GPU's 9th percentile ranking. The result is a system that can handle the game at moderate settings and resolutions, but it will not compete with higher-end pairings in the database.

The frame rate data supports this positioning. At 1080p, the system clears 60 FPS on High, but at 1440p it is limited to Medium, and at 4K it cannot reach 60 FPS at any setting. This is consistent with a combo ranked in the lower third of the database, where playability depends heavily on resolution and preset choices.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Downfall, but with significant caveats depending on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the system is clearly playable: High settings average 71 FPS, Medium averages 87 FPS, and Low averages 106 FPS. All three presets stay at or above the 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p the most comfortable environment for this pairing. Ultra at 1080p is the exception, dropping to 44 FPS average, so it should be avoided.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable but with less headroom. Medium is the best playable preset at 62 FPS average, while Low reaches 76 FPS. High falls to 51 FPS and Ultra to 32 FPS, so users should stick to Medium or lower at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot reach 60 FPS at any setting. The best result is Low at 47 FPS average, followed by Medium at 39 FPS, High at 32 FPS, and Ultra at 20 FPS. The verdict is clear: 4K gaming is not viable with this hardware.

For players who prioritize smooth frame rates, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 provides more than enough processing power, but the Intel Arc B390 holds the system back. The GPU's nearest rivals, the GT 710, GT 625 OEM, GeForce 800M, and GT 520MX, are all within 2.7% of its performance level, and none would meaningfully raise the system's standing in the database. The practical takeaway is simple: play Downfall at 1080p on High or Medium for a solid experience, drop to 1440p Medium if needed, and avoid 4K entirely.