Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination delivers exceptional performance in Downfall, a horror title from 2016. Measured data shows this pairing handles every tested resolution and preset well above the 60 FPS playability threshold, with the RTX 4090 providing overwhelming headroom even at 4K Ultra settings. The following analysis breaks down the component roles, exact frame rates, and optimal settings based strictly on the benchmark data.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 60 FPS on 4K Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 84.1 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold by a margin of 24.1 FPS.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The maximum measured average is 364.6 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the most performance-demanding configuration tested in terms of frame rate output.

Q: How does the RTX 4090 compare to its nearest rivals in this system?

A: The RTX 4090’s average benchmark score is 60,347. Its closest rival, the Intel Arc Pro A60, scores 60,326, a delta of 0%. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896, which is 2.5% higher, while the AMD Radeon PRO V710 scores 58,657, which is 2.9% lower.

Q: What settings are playable at 2560x1440?

A: All four tested settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at 1440p. The Ultra preset delivers 132.7 FPS average, which is the best playable setting according to the verdict data.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all tested processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 ranks in the 74th percentile among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 20,468, placing it just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, which scores 20,454.

Q: Is there any resolution where the frame rate drops below 60 FPS?

A: No. The lowest measured average frame rate across all resolutions and settings is 84.1 FPS at 4K Ultra. Every configuration tested remains comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear pattern: the RTX 4090 is the dominant component in this pairing, with the Ryzen 5 5600 providing ample support without becoming a bottleneck at any tested setting. The evidence lies in the scaling between resolutions and presets.

At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial. The Low preset averages 364.6 FPS, while Ultra drops to 184.5 FPS — a reduction of 180.1 FPS, or roughly 49.4% lower performance. This large gap indicates that the GPU is heavily utilized, as the CPU has enough headroom to feed the graphics card even at lower settings where the frame rate is extremely high. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rate would plateau regardless of graphics settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds. Low settings produce 316.5 FPS average, while Ultra produces 132.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p is a reduction of 183.8 FPS, nearly identical to the 1080p drop. This consistency suggests that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance differences, with the CPU maintaining its role as a stable foundation.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload increases significantly. Low settings average 197.5 FPS, and Ultra drops to 84.1 FPS — a reduction of 113.4 FPS. The percentage drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is approximately 57.4%, compared to a 49.4% drop at 1080p and a 58.1% drop at 1440p. The higher resolution amplifies the GPU's workload, which is expected, but the CPU still keeps up without creating a bottleneck, as even the lowest 4K result (84.1 FPS at Ultra) remains well above 60 FPS.

The resolution scaling across all settings shows diminishing returns as resolution increases. For example, at Ultra settings, frame rates drop from 184.5 at 1080p to 132.7 at 1440p, then to 84.1 at 4K. The step from 1440p to 4K costs 48.6 FPS, while the step from 1080p to 1440p costs 51.8 FPS. This near-linear scaling indicates that the RTX 4090 has enough memory bandwidth and compute power to handle the increased pixel count, while the Ryzen 5 5600’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this title’s engine demands.

In summary, the GPU is the performance driver in Downfall, with the CPU acting as a capable partner. The 74th percentile CPU ranking and its benchmark scores, such as 18,309 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,584 in single-core, suggest it has more than enough processing power for this 2016 horror game, which does not appear to be heavily threaded based on the consistent frame rates across resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides average frame rates for twelve configurations, spanning three resolutions and four settings each. No minimum or maximum frame rate values were recorded, so the analysis relies solely on average FPS.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: 364.6 FPS average
• Medium: 336.3 FPS average
• High: 296.6 FPS average
• Ultra: 184.5 FPS average

The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with the largest single step occurring between High and Ultra, where the frame rate drops by 112.1 FPS. The step from Low to Medium costs 28.3 FPS, and from Medium to High costs 39.7 FPS. This suggests that Ultra settings impose a significantly higher GPU load, likely due to advanced effects that disproportionately impact performance.

At 2560x1440, the results are:

• Low: 316.5 FPS average
• Medium: 256.5 FPS average
• High: 212.2 FPS average
• Ultra: 132.7 FPS average

Compared to 1080p, each setting sees a reduction in frame rate. Low drops by 48.1 FPS, Medium by 79.8 FPS, High by 84.4 FPS, and Ultra by 51.8 FPS. Interestingly, the absolute drop from High to Ultra at 1440p is 79.5 FPS, which is smaller than the 112.1 FPS drop at 1080p, but the percentage drop is similar (37.5% at 1440p versus 37.8% at 1080p).

At 3840x2160, the results are:

• Low: 197.5 FPS average
• Medium: 160.6 FPS average
• High: 131.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 84.1 FPS average

The 4K results show the most significant scaling. Low to Medium costs 36.9 FPS, Medium to High costs 28.7 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 47.8 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K produces the lowest frame rate of all tested configurations, but at 84.1 FPS, it still exceeds the 60 FPS threshold by 24.1 FPS.

Across all resolutions, the data shows that the RTX 4090 delivers playable performance in every scenario. The highest frame rate is 364.6 FPS at 1080p Low, and the lowest is 84.1 FPS at 4K Ultra. The consistency of results across resolutions indicates that the GPU is not being held back by the CPU, and the Ryzen 5 5600 provides a stable platform for this demanding graphics card.

The Verdict

This PC combination can run Downfall flawlessly at every tested resolution and preset. The verdict data confirms that all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at each of the three resolutions, with the 60 FPS threshold being exceeded in all twelve configurations.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Ultra, with an average frame rate of 84.1 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration tested, and it still provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. For users with 4K displays, this means the game can be maxed out without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is also Ultra, delivering 132.7 FPS average. This provides a significant buffer over 60 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The Ultra preset at 1440p is 48.6 FPS faster than the same preset at 4K, showing that the GPU has ample headroom at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is Ultra, with an average of 184.5 FPS. This is more than triple the 60 FPS threshold, making it suitable for 1080p displays with refresh rates up to 180 Hz or higher. The combination of the Ryzen 5 5600 and RTX 4090 is overkill for 1080p gaming in this title, but the performance headroom ensures no frame rate drops even in the most intense scenes.

The overall verdict is unequivocal: this system not only runs Downfall but does so with exceptional performance at all settings. The lowest frame rate recorded, 84.1 FPS at 4K Ultra, is still higher than what many systems achieve at lower resolutions and presets. For a horror game that likely relies on atmosphere and tension, the smooth frame delivery at all settings enhances the experience without any compromise.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which also happens to be the highest quality setting available. The exact average frame rates are listed below.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset achieves 84.1 FPS average. This is the recommended setting for 4K displays, as it provides the best visual quality while staying 24.1 FPS above the playable threshold. The next step down, High, delivers 131.9 FPS, which is a 47.8 FPS improvement over Ultra, but the visual quality reduction may not be worth the extra frame rate for most users.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves 132.7 FPS average. This is 72.7 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, providing excellent headroom for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The gap between Ultra and High at this resolution is 79.5 FPS, with High delivering 212.2 FPS, so users with 240 Hz displays might prefer High for maximum smoothness, but Ultra remains fully playable.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves 184.5 FPS average. This is 124.5 FPS above the threshold, making it suitable for 1080p displays with refresh rates up to 180 Hz. The High preset delivers 296.6 FPS, which is 112.1 FPS higher than Ultra, but the difference in visual quality between High and Ultra is typically more noticeable than the frame rate difference at these already high levels.

The data suggests that Ultra is the optimal choice at all resolutions, as it provides the best visual experience while maintaining frame rates far above the playable threshold. The RTX 4090’s 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth ensure that even the highest texture and effect settings do not cause performance issues.

How This Combo Ranks

Among all tested combinations in Downfall, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 160th out of 3,716 combos. This places it in the top 4.3% of all tested systems, which is a strong result given the CPU’s mid-range positioning.

The ranking reflects the GPU’s dominance in this title. The RTX 4090, with an average benchmark score of 60,347 and a percentile ranking of 88 among all GPUs, provides the bulk of the performance. Its nearest rival, the Intel Arc Pro A60, scores 60,326, a delta of 0%, while the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M scores 61,896, which is 2.5% higher. This shows that the RTX 4090 is competitive with professional-grade GPUs, though not the absolute fastest in every comparison.

The CPU’s contribution to the ranking is less significant. The Ryzen 5 5600 ranks in the 74th percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 20,468. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V at 20,454 (0.1% lower) and the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G at 20,425 (0.2% lower). This places the CPU in a highly competitive mid-range segment, but it is not a top-tier processor by benchmark standards.

The combination of a 74th-percentile CPU and an 88th-percentile GPU results in a 160th overall rank, which indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of the system’s standing. The 3,716 tested combos include a wide range of hardware, and ranking in the top 160 suggests that this system outperforms the vast majority of configurations, particularly those with weaker GPUs.

Given that Downfall is a horror game from 2016, the high ranking is somewhat expected, as modern high-end GPUs like the RTX 4090 are far more powerful than what was available at the game’s release. The Ryzen 5 5600, released in 2022, also provides more than enough CPU performance for a title of this era. The result is a system that not only runs the game but does so with substantial headroom, making it a strong choice for players who want maximum settings and high frame rates.