Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers extraordinarily high frame rates in Downfall, a 2016 horror title. Benchmark data reveals that this combination not only clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution, but does so with massive headroom, even at the most demanding presets. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at lower resolutions, with the CPU becoming a more significant factor only at 4K Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a complete picture of performance scaling. All figures represent average FPS, as minimum and maximum frame rate data were not recorded.

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4080 SUPER is clearly operating well beyond the demands of the CPU. The Low preset produces an average of 340.4 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded across all configurations. Moving to Medium yields 315.7 FPS, a modest 7.8% reduction from Low. The High preset delivers 267.9 FPS, showing that the scaling from Medium to High is more pronounced at roughly 15.2% lower performance. Interestingly, the Ultra preset at 1080p still manages 169.4 FPS, which is more than 2.8 times the 60 FPS threshold. The frame rate differences between presets at this resolution suggest that the GPU is rarely fully utilized, with the Ryzen 5 5500's single-thread performance likely acting as the primary limiter.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts slightly as the GPU begins to take on more work. The Low preset averages 281.2 FPS, which is 17.4% lower than the same preset at 1080p. Medium follows at 230.5 FPS, representing an 18.0% drop from Low. High delivers 188.0 FPS, while Ultra drops to 116.5 FPS. The scaling from High to Ultra at 1440p is particularly steep, a 38.0% reduction, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional visual effects place significant strain on the GPU's shading and rasterization resources. Even at this resolution's most demanding setting, the system maintains nearly double the playability threshold.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is finally pushed to its limits. The Low preset averages 173.7 FPS, which is 38.2% lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium produces 147.0 FPS, a 15.4% decrease from Low. High drops to 116.9 FPS, and Ultra averages 77.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K shows the most dramatic scaling loss, being 33.9% slower than High. This represents the only configuration in the entire test suite where the system dips below 100 FPS, though it still comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The data indicates that the RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to handle 4K textures without becoming a bottleneck.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows playable performance at all four presets at 3840x2160. Even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 77.2 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best quality setting at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is fully playable at 2560x1440, producing an average of 116.5 FPS. This is more than 1.9 times the playability threshold, so users can select the highest quality settings without concern.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER perform relative to other GPUs?

A: The GPU sits in the 86th percentile among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54209. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, scores 54247, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 1.1% ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and AMD Radeon 8060S are 2.7% and 2.8% ahead respectively.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5500 a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: At 1080p and 1440p, the CPU appears to limit maximum frame rates, as evidenced by the relatively small performance differences between Low and Medium presets. However, at 4K Ultra, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads proving sufficient for the game's demands.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The system averages 267.9 FPS at 1920x1080 with the High preset. This is more than 4.4 times the playability threshold, indicating exceptional performance for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: How many total combinations were tested for this game?

A: This combo ranks 341st out of 3716 tested combinations, placing it in the top 9.2% of all systems evaluated for Downfall.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination ranks 341st out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall, placing it in the top 9.2% of all systems evaluated. This ranking reflects the substantial performance headroom the system demonstrates across all test scenarios.

The CPU contributes to this ranking through solid multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16429 and a Passmark multithread score of 19330. Its single-thread performance is more modest, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1730 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2319. The GPU, by contrast, is a top-tier performer, with a Passmark G3D score of 34245 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 260075.

The system's ranking is particularly impressive given the CPU's position in the 73rd percentile among all CPUs. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 86th percentile standing among GPUs compensates for the CPU's mid-range positioning, resulting in a combination that excels at high-resolution gaming. The data suggests that this pairing is well-balanced for Downfall, as the GPU's raw compute power is sufficient to overcome any CPU limitations in most scenarios.

The 4K Ultra result of 77.2 FPS is the clearest indicator of the combo's capability. A system with a weaker GPU would likely struggle at this resolution and preset, while a stronger CPU would provide minimal benefit given the GPU-bound nature of the workload. This ranking demonstrates that the Ryzen 5 5500 provides adequate support for the RTX 4080 SUPER without becoming a significant liability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 offer nearly identical CPU performance. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has an average benchmark score of 19617, which is 0.1% lower than the Ryzen 5 5500's 19593 average. The Intel Core i5-12500 scores 19668, 0.4% higher, while the Intel Core i7-10700F scores 19499, 0.5% lower. The Intel Core i5-11600KF is the closest match at 19723, just 0.7% higher. Any of these processors would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Downfall when paired with the RTX 4080 SUPER.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the most direct alternative, with an average score of 54247 versus the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209, a mere 0.1% difference. This means users with the non-SUPER variant would experience virtually identical performance in Downfall. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 2.7% higher. The AMD Radeon 8060S is the highest-scoring rival at 55757, 2.8% above the RTX 4080 SUPER. These alternatives would deliver similar or slightly better frame rates at each resolution and preset combination.

Users considering a system with the Ryzen 5 5500 could expect the same performance from any of the listed rival CPUs, as the deltaPct values are all within 0.7% of the measured CPU. Similarly, GPU alternatives within 2.8% performance would produce frame rates within approximately 2-3 FPS of the measured results at 4K Ultra, a difference imperceptible in real-world gameplay.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 169.4 FPS. This provides nearly three times the playability threshold, making it the clear choice for maximum visual quality. The High preset at 267.9 FPS and Medium at 315.7 FPS offer progressively higher frame rates for competitive play, though the Ultra preset's performance is already sufficient for any display.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is again the best option, averaging 116.5 FPS. This nearly doubles the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for smooth gameplay with all visual effects enabled. The High preset at 188.0 FPS provides additional headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors, while Medium at 230.5 FPS and Low at 281.2 FPS are available for those seeking maximum frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset remains playable at 77.2 FPS, which is 28.7% above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding configuration tested, yet it still delivers smooth performance. The High preset at 116.9 FPS offers a significant frame rate boost for users who prefer higher refresh rates at 4K, while Medium at 147.0 FPS and Low at 173.7 FPS provide substantial additional headroom.

Across all resolutions, the Ultra preset is the recommended setting, as it never drops below the playability threshold. The system's performance is sufficient to run the game at maximum quality settings regardless of resolution.

The Verdict

This PC can run Downfall exceptionally well at all tested resolutions and presets. The verdict data confirms that every resolution — 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160 — has all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) marked as playable.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 169.4 FPS, providing an outstanding experience for high-refresh-rate displays. The system's performance at this resolution is so high that the CPU becomes the limiting factor, with frame rates exceeding 300 FPS on lower presets.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 116.5 FPS, comfortably clearing the 60 FPS threshold with nearly double the headroom. This resolution strikes an excellent balance between visual fidelity and performance, making it the sweet spot for this combination.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset maintains 77.2 FPS, which is 28.7% above the playability threshold. This is the most demanding scenario tested, and the system still delivers smooth, playable performance. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of VRAM and high memory bandwidth prove sufficient for 4K textures and effects.

The combination of the Ryzen 5 5500 and RTX 4080 SUPER is a highly capable pairing for Downfall. The GPU's top-tier performance ensures playable frame rates even at 4K Ultra, while the CPU provides adequate support without becoming a significant bottleneck. This system is overqualified for the game's requirements, making it suitable for users who want maximum quality settings at any resolution.