Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a decisive performance outcome for Downfall, a 2016 horror title. Across all tested resolutions and presets, the system exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold, with particularly strong headroom at 1080p and 1440p. The data shows that this pairing is not merely capable but overwhelmingly so, making the question of whether it can run the game less about feasibility and more about how much performance headroom the user can leverage for higher refresh rates or maximum visual fidelity.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this combo each sit within a tightly contested performance band. For the processor, the Ryzen 5 5600’s average benchmark score of 20468 places it within 0.5% of several distinct rivals. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is the nearest competitor, scoring 20454, a mere 0.1% delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G follows closely at 20425 (0.2% delta), and the AMD EPYC 9454P matches at 20422 (0.2% delta). The AMD EPYC 7713 trails slightly with a score of 20363, a 0.5% delta. For a system builder, these results indicate that swapping to any of these processors would yield near-identical CPU-bound performance in Downfall, assuming other system parameters remain constant.

On the graphics side, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 43223 positions it among a cluster of high-end GPUs. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB is the closest rival, scoring 43262, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the RTX 4070 SUPER is effectively tied with it. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile also lands within a negligible margin, scoring 43268 (-0.1% delta). Further up the list, the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 43301 (-0.2% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667 (-1% delta). In practice, these rival GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Downfall, though the RTX 4070 SUPER’s desktop-class power delivery and cooling headroom could offer more consistent sustained performance in longer sessions.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 4K resolution with maximum settings?

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average FPS of 67.7 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The Ultra preset is the best settings option, delivering an average of 101.4 FPS at 2560x1440. All four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are officially playable at this resolution.

Q: How much performance difference is there between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 348.7 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 147.7 FPS average. This represents a substantial 201 FPS difference, but both are far beyond the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be a bottleneck at 4K?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary constraint at 4K. The average FPS drops from 152.1 at Low settings to 67.7 at Ultra settings at 3840x2160, a scaling pattern that is characteristic of GPU-limited performance. The CPU’s role becomes more prominent at lower resolutions where frame rates are higher.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The measured FPS data does not include minimum or maximum frame rate values, only averages. The average FPS across all settings and resolutions ranges from a low of 67.7 to a high of 348.7.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Downfall?

A: The combination ranks 618 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 17% of all systems evaluated for this game.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear division of labor between the Ryzen 5 5600 and the RTX 4070 SUPER across different resolutions. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant factor. Moving from Low to Ultra settings, the average FPS falls from 152.1 to 67.7, a 55% reduction. This steep drop with increasing graphical load is the signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has ample headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution, as evidenced by the fact that even the most demanding preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts slightly. The average FPS at Low settings is 247.2, which drops to 101.4 at Ultra. The scaling between presets is less dramatic than at 4K, suggesting the CPU begins to exert more influence as the GPU load decreases. However, the absolute frame rates are so high that neither component presents a practical limitation for achieving smooth gameplay. The system is still delivering 247.2 FPS at Low, which is far beyond what most displays can refresh.

At 1920x1080, the CPU’s role becomes most apparent. The Low preset hits an average of 348.7 FPS, while Ultra drops to 147.7 FPS. The fact that Low settings produce near-350 FPS indicates the CPU is capable of pushing the GPU to its limits, but the GPU still scales well with increased settings. This resolution is where the Ryzen 5 5600’s Zen 3 architecture, with its strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2584), shines, enabling frame rates that far exceed the playability threshold.

The Verdict

This PC can definitively run Downfall, and it does so with exceptional authority at every tested resolution. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080. The best settings at 4K is Ultra, which delivers an average of 67.7 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, the Ultra preset averages 101.4 FPS, providing comfortable headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1080p, the Ultra preset averages 147.7 FPS, making it ideal for 144Hz or even 165Hz displays. The system’s rank of 618 out of 3716 combos underscores its position as a high-performing configuration for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive picture of performance across all three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160, the average FPS values are 152.1 at Low, 128.3 at Medium, 106.5 at High, and 67.7 at Ultra. This shows a consistent degradation as graphical fidelity increases, but every preset remains playable. At 2560x1440, the averages are 247.2 at Low, 204 at Medium, 168.5 at High, and 101.4 at Ultra. The jump from Ultra at 4K to Ultra at 1440p is significant, with the latter delivering 33.7 more FPS on average. At 1920x1080, the averages are 348.7 at Low, 282.6 at Medium, 232.9 at High, and 147.7 at Ultra. The 1080p Low preset is the fastest configuration tested, nearly reaching 350 FPS. No minimum or maximum FPS values were recorded, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates, which are consistently robust.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 618 out of 3716 tested combinations places it in the 83rd percentile of all systems evaluated for Downfall. This is a strong showing, especially considering the game’s 2016 release date, which predates both the CPU and GPU by several years. The Ryzen 5 5600 itself sits in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, while the RTX 4070 SUPER sits in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, indicating that the combo’s in-game performance is slightly better than what the individual component percentiles might suggest. This synergy is likely due to the game’s modest hardware requirements, which allow the GPU to operate without being bottlenecked by the CPU at higher resolutions. For a horror title that relies on atmosphere and tension, the ability to run at Ultra settings with high frame rates ensures a visually immersive experience without any performance-related distractions.