Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a substantial performance envelope for Downfall, a horror title that scales impressively across resolutions and presets. Measured data shows this pairing exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold at every tested resolution, including 4K Ultra, where it maintains an average of 61.2 FPS. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results, component roles, and optimal settings for this hardware configuration.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data positions both components within a narrow performance band, indicating that users with similar tier hardware can expect comparable frame rates in Downfall.

For the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, benchmark scores place it within 0.7% of several competing processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 posts an average score of 19,617, which is 0.1% below the Ryzen 5 5500's 19,593 average — effectively a tie in synthetic workloads. The Intel Core i5-12500 scores 19,668 (0.4% higher), while the Intel Core i7-10700F trails by 0.5% with a score of 19,499. The Intel Core i5-11600KF leads this group at 19,723, a 0.7% margin. In practical terms for Downfall, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance, since the game's frame rates at lower resolutions are likely GPU-bound given the RTX 4070's output.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 sits at the 81st percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 37,648. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P4, scores 37,628 (0.1% lower) — a negligible difference. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 comes within 0.4% at 37,507, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile actually surpasses it by 1.3% with a score of 38,135. The AMD Radeon PRO W6400 trails by 1.3% at 37,157. These deltas suggest that swapping the RTX 4070 for any of these alternatives would produce nearly identical Downfall performance, with the RTX 4080 Mobile offering a marginal improvement.

For users seeking similar behavior, pairing the Ryzen 5 5500 with any GPU in this rival cluster would maintain the same playability profile: all four resolutions clear 60 FPS, with 4K Ultra sitting closest to the threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern of GPU scaling as resolution increases, with the CPU maintaining sufficient headroom throughout.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets. Low settings produce 312.4 FPS, Medium 252.8 FPS, High 210.9 FPS, and Ultra 133.8 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra — a 178.6 FPS drop — indicates that the GPU is handling most of the rendering load, but the CPU is still capable of feeding it at these rates. The Ryzen 5 5500's 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 16 MB L3 cache appears adequate for this title's demands at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with a narrower gap. Low settings yield 223.3 FPS, Medium 179.6 FPS, High 151.1 FPS, and Ultra 93.4 FPS. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings is 40.4 FPS, showing the GPU's workload increasing as pixel count rises. The CPU's role remains consistent — it is not the bottleneck at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. Low settings fall to 139.9 FPS, Medium to 115.3 FPS, High to 91.8 FPS, and Ultra to 61.2 FPS. The 4K Ultra result sits just 1.2 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating that the RTX 4070 is working near its limit. The CPU contribution is now minimal; the Ryzen 5 5500's performance is sufficient to avoid holding back the GPU.

The scaling data confirms that Downfall is GPU-bound at higher resolutions. From 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops by 72.6 FPS, while the CPU's synthetic benchmark percentile (73rd among all CPUs) suggests it has enough margin to support the RTX 4070 without becoming a limiting factor at any resolution tested.

Best Settings per Resolution

The verdictByResolution data identifies the most demanding preset that still maintains at least 60 FPS average at each resolution.

1920x1080: Ultra settings are fully playable at 133.8 FPS average. This is the best choice for maximum visual quality, with a comfortable 73.8 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. There is no need to compromise on visuals at this resolution.

2560x1440: Ultra settings deliver 93.4 FPS average, well above the playable threshold. The 33.4 FPS headroom allows for consistent performance even during demanding scenes. This is the recommended setting for 1440p displays.

3840x2160: Ultra settings barely clear the threshold at 61.2 FPS average. This is technically playable, but the margin is slim — just 1.2 FPS above the minimum. For users prioritizing smoothness over absolute visual fidelity, High settings at 91.8 FPS provide a much safer buffer, though the data confirms Ultra is viable.

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra at all three resolutions. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that approaches the limit, suggesting that users with 4K displays should monitor frame times for potential dips.

The Verdict

Based on the measured FPS data, this PC can run Downfall at every resolution and preset combination tested, with all results exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, all four presets — Low (139.9 FPS), Medium (115.3 FPS), High (91.8 FPS), and Ultra (61.2 FPS) — clear the threshold. The best visual quality is available at Ultra, though the 61.2 FPS average leaves little room for frame drops.

At 2560x1440, the system delivers 223.3 FPS on Low, 179.6 FPS on Medium, 151.1 FPS on High, and 93.4 FPS on Ultra. Every setting is playable with substantial headroom.

At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptional: 312.4 FPS on Low, 252.8 FPS on Medium, 210.9 FPS on High, and 133.8 FPS on Ultra. This combination is overkill for 1080p displays, providing a high refresh rate experience at maximum settings.

The verdict is unambiguous: this PC runs Downfall with no compromises across all tested configurations. The only consideration is that 4K Ultra sits close to the threshold, so users with variable-refresh-rate displays may prefer High settings at that resolution for consistency.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across all resolutions and settings.

3840x2160:

• Low: 139.9 FPS average
• Medium: 115.3 FPS average
• High: 91.8 FPS average
• Ultra: 61.2 FPS average

The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline: 24.6 FPS drop from Low to Medium, 23.5 FPS from Medium to High, and 30.6 FPS from High to Ultra. The Ultra preset imposes the largest incremental cost, which aligns with its position as the most demanding setting.

2560x1440:

• Low: 223.3 FPS average
• Medium: 179.6 FPS average
• High: 151.1 FPS average
• Ultra: 93.4 FPS average

Here, the gaps are 43.7 FPS (Low to Medium), 28.5 FPS (Medium to High), and 57.7 FPS (High to Ultra). The Ultra preset's impact is more pronounced at this resolution, consuming 57.7 FPS compared to High.

1920x1080:

• Low: 312.4 FPS average
• Medium: 252.8 FPS average
• High: 210.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 133.8 FPS average

The 1080p results show the largest absolute frame rates, with a 59.6 FPS drop from Low to Medium, 41.9 FPS from Medium to High, and 77.1 FPS from High to Ultra. The Ultra preset's 77.1 FPS penalty is the largest single-step reduction in the entire dataset, indicating that this setting includes effects that heavily tax the GPU even at lower resolutions.

All measurements show average FPS values; no minimum or maximum values were recorded in the data.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 847th out of 3,716 tested combinations in Downfall, placing it in the top 22.8% of all configurations.

This rank reflects the strong performance of both components. The RTX 4070's 81st percentile standing among all GPUs is the primary driver, while the Ryzen 5 5500's 73rd percentile CPU score provides adequate support. The combination's performance is consistent with its component-level rankings — neither part is a weak link that would drag the overall result down.

In practical terms, this rank means the configuration outperforms roughly 77% of all tested combos for this game. The high placement is corroborated by the measured FPS data, which shows no resolution or preset falling below 60 FPS. The rank also suggests that users with higher-tier CPUs might see marginal gains at 1080p, but the GPU-bound nature of Downfall at higher resolutions means the RTX 4070 is the more critical component.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 61.2, which exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold by 1.2 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce 93.4 FPS average, which is the most demanding preset that maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when switching from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 133.8 at 1920x1080 Ultra to 61.2 at 3840x2160 Ultra, a reduction of 72.6 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 4K?

A: The GPU is the dominant factor at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops from 139.9 FPS on Low to 61.2 FPS on Ultra, showing the GPU's rendering load is the primary constraint, while the CPU maintains sufficient headroom.

Q: Which preset has the largest performance impact across all resolutions?

A: The Ultra preset consistently imposes the largest frame rate penalty. At 1080p, it costs 77.1 FPS compared to High; at 1440p, 57.7 FPS; and at 4K, 30.6 FPS.

Q: How does this combination rank among all tested configurations for Downfall?

A: It ranks 847th out of 3,716 tested combos, placing it in the top 22.8% of all systems evaluated for this game.