Downfall

This AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 pairing is a high-performance combination for Downfall, ranking in the top 23% of all tested combos. The data confirms that this system provides a thoroughly playable experience at 4K, with exceptional headroom at 1440p and 1080p, easily clearing the 60 FPS threshold at nearly all settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 achieves a rank of 851 out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall, placing it in the top 22.9% of all systems tested. This is a strong result, indicating that the pairing is well-balanced for this particular title. The CPU itself sits at the 75th percentile when compared against all CPUs, while the GPU ranks at the 81st percentile against all GPUs, showing that both components are above-average performers in their respective fields.

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals provides context for its contribution. The Ryzen 5 5600X posts an average benchmark score of 21771, which is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H's 21749, a mere 0.1% difference. It also narrowly edges out the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U and Intel Core i7-11700, both of which trail by 0.5%. The gap widens slightly against the AMD EPYC 9554P, which leads by 0.6%. These margins are negligible, meaning the 5600X is performing exactly as expected for its class.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070's average benchmark score of 37648 places it in a similar tight cluster. It is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA Tesla P4 and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, while sitting 1.3% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile. The data shows that this desktop RTX 4070 is performing at the top of its peer group, with the deltaPct values indicating a very competitive field where the differences are minimal.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Downfall reveals a shift in system bottleneck emphasis depending on resolution and settings. At 1080p, the system is clearly GPU-bound, as evidenced by the massive frame rate jumps when lowering settings. The jump from Ultra to Medium at 1080p is substantial, with average FPS increasing from 128.7 to 256, a massive 98.9% improvement. This indicates that the CPU is feeding frames faster than the GPU can render them at higher settings, making the GPU the primary limiting factor.

This pattern continues as resolution scales. At 1440p, the same setting reduction from Ultra to Medium yields an increase from 94.9 FPS to 182.5 FPS, a 92.3% gain. The GPU remains the dominant constraint, but the CPU's role becomes more pronounced. At 4K, the scaling is even more dramatic, with the Ultra to Medium jump moving from 57.9 FPS to 111.4 FPS, a 92.4% improvement. Interestingly, the CPU does not appear to become the bottleneck even at 4K with Ultra settings, as the system still manages to deliver a playable 57.9 FPS average.

The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 5600X provides ample headroom for the RTX 4070 across all tested resolutions. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is 185.8 FPS, which reflects the GPU's raw power and the CPU's ability to keep up. The 5600X's 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 4.60 GHz boost clock is sufficient to avoid creating a CPU-bound scenario even in the most demanding 4K Ultra configuration tested.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance. With Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 314.5 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 256 FPS, still an incredibly high number. High settings produce an average of 211.8 FPS, and even at the demanding Ultra preset, the system maintains a robust 128.7 FPS average. All of these figures are well above the 60 FPS playability threshold, and the frame rates suggest a very smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, performance remains outstanding. Low settings yield an average of 223.9 FPS, which decreases to 182.5 FPS on Medium. High settings produce 148.5 FPS average, and Ultra settings still deliver an impressive 94.9 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable reduction in frame rates, with the Ultra preset dropping by 26.3% from 128.7 to 94.9 FPS, but the experience remains fluid throughout.

The 3840x2160 results show the system's capability at 4K. Low settings produce an average of 141.5 FPS, which is excellent for 4K gaming. Medium settings follow at 111.4 FPS, and High settings maintain a very playable 92.2 FPS average. The Ultra preset is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, with an average of 57.9 FPS. The data shows a clear progression, with the gap between Low and Ultra at 4K being 83.6 FPS, highlighting the significant impact of the Ultra preset on the GPU.

The Verdict

Based on the measured FPS data, this PC can absolutely run Downfall, and it does so with remarkable ease. At 1920x1080, all four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest average being 128.7 FPS at Ultra. This means users can max out the game at 1080p without any concerns about performance.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. All presets, including Ultra, are playable, with the Ultra settings maintaining an average of 94.9 FPS. This provides a significant performance buffer, ensuring that even demanding scenes will stay well above the playable threshold.

The 4K resolution presents a more nuanced picture. The verdict data confirms that High, Low, and Medium settings are all playable, with averages of 92.2, 141.5, and 111.4 FPS respectively. However, the Ultra preset at 4K falls just short of the 60 FPS target, averaging 57.9 FPS. While this is very close to playable, it does not officially clear the 60 FPS bar. The data indicates that the best playable setting at 4K is High, which provides a comfortable 92.2 FPS average.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Downfall at 4K with max settings?

A: No, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 57.9 FPS, which falls just below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which delivers an average of 92.2 FPS.

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

A: The data shows that all presets at 2560x1440 are playable. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 94.9 FPS.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 314.5 FPS on Low settings to 128.7 FPS on Ultra settings, a difference of 185.8 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary constraint. At 1080p, lowering settings from Ultra to Medium doubles the frame rate from 128.7 to 256 FPS, showing the GPU is the bottleneck rather than the CPU.

Q: Does this system provide a smooth experience at 4K High settings?

A: Yes, the average frame rate at 3840x2160 with High settings is 92.2 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth, playable experience.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 851 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 22.9% of all systems tested for Downfall.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves a strong 128.7 FPS average. This allows for the maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing performance.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, delivering an average of 94.9 FPS. This provides excellent visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

For 3840x2160, the Ultra preset falls below the threshold at 57.9 FPS. The best settings preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, which provides an average of 92.2 FPS. This configuration offers the best visual experience at 4K while ensuring smooth, playable performance.