Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Downfall, a horror title from 2016. The data shows this pairing is capable of running the game at maximum settings across all tested resolutions, with performance scaling predictably from 1080p to 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured results, compares the hardware to its nearest performance equivalents, and provides a clear picture of what settings to use for a consistently smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this combo each have close competitors that would produce near-identical frame rates in Downfall. For the processor side, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 sits within a tight performance cluster. Its average benchmark score of 26,324 is only 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (26,274) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (26,402). The Intel Core i9-11900KF (26,212) trails by 0.4%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U (26,187) is 0.5% behind. In practical terms, any of these four processors would deliver essentially the same gameplay experience in Downfall, since the differences are well under one percent.

On the graphics side, the RTX 4080 SUPER has a similar story. Its average benchmark score of 54,209 is nearly identical to the standard RTX 4080 at 54,247, a difference of just 0.1%. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828 (1.1% higher), while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698) and AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757) are 2.7% and 2.8% higher respectively. These deltas are small enough that in a real gaming scenario, the frame rate differences would be within the margin of measurement noise. Users with any of these rival components should expect comparable performance in Downfall.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 78th among all processors and the GPU's 86th percentile among all graphics cards indicate both components are above average, but the GPU has a slight edge in relative standing. This matters for Downfall because the game's performance scaling across resolutions suggests it leans more heavily on the graphics card at higher settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU as resolution changes. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 333 FPS, which is likely near the point where the CPU becomes a limiting factor. Moving to Medium at 1080p drops the average to 292 FPS, and High produces 234 FPS, while Ultra yields 191 FPS. The relatively small gap between Low and Medium at 1080p (333 vs 292 FPS) suggests the CPU is handling the majority of the work at lower presets, since the GPU has ample headroom.

At 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more GPU-dependent. Low settings produce 295 FPS, Medium drops to 217 FPS, High falls to 164 FPS, and Ultra lands at 134 FPS. The percentage drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is steeper than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming more involved. This trend intensifies at 3840x2160, where Low yields 186 FPS, Medium produces 131 FPS, High drops to 99 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 81 FPS. The 4K results show a clear GPU-bound scenario: the gap between Low and Ultra is nearly 105 FPS, compared to 142 FPS at 1440p and 142 FPS at 1080p in absolute terms.

The data indicates that at 1080p, the CPU matters more, especially at lower presets where frame rates exceed 300 FPS. At 4K, the GPU dominates the performance picture, with the CPU's role diminishing as resolution increases. For this specific combo, the RTX 4080 SUPER has enough raw power to push frame rates well beyond 60 FPS at every resolution and preset, so neither component becomes a bottleneck in a way that would compromise playability.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at each resolution is Ultra across the board, based on the measured averages. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings run at an average of 191 FPS, which is more than triple the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 134 FPS, still comfortably above the target. At 3840x2160, Ultra delivers 81 FPS average, which clears the 60 FPS bar with a 21 FPS margin.

Since Ultra is the highest available preset in the data, and it stays above 60 FPS at all three resolutions, there is no need to compromise quality. The minimum frame rates recorded for Medium settings at each resolution also stay above 60 FPS: 248 FPS at 1080p, 184 FPS at 1440p, and 111 FPS at 4K. While min/max data is not available for Ultra settings, the average FPS at 4K Ultra (81) suggests even the worst-case dips are unlikely to fall below the playable threshold, given the large gap between the average and the 60 FPS floor.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 81 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The verdict data confirms Ultra is listed as a playable setting at this resolution.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its nearest rival, the Ryzen 9 6900HX?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26,324, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen 9 6900HX’s score of 26,274. In Downfall, this difference is negligible and would not produce a measurable frame rate gap.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 164 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER significantly faster than the standard RTX 4080?

A: No. The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54,209, while the standard RTX 4080 scores 54,247. The SUPER is actually 0.1% lower in this metric, meaning the two cards perform essentially identically in aggregate.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for Medium settings at 1080p?

A: The minimum FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 248 FPS, with a maximum of 336 FPS and an average of 292 FPS.

Q: At which resolution does the CPU matter most for this game?

A: At 1920x1080, the CPU has the most influence. The frame rate at Low settings reaches 333 FPS, compared to 295 FPS at 1440p and 186 FPS at 4K, indicating that lower resolutions place a greater relative load on the processor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured frame rates shows consistent performance across all settings. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers 333 FPS on Low, 292 FPS average on Medium (min 248, max 336), 234 FPS on High, and 191 FPS on Ultra. The 1080p results show a clear progression where each preset step reduces the average by roughly 40-60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the numbers shift downward as expected. Low produces 295 FPS, Medium averages 217 FPS with a minimum of 184 and maximum of 249, High delivers 164 FPS, and Ultra runs at 134 FPS. The gap between Medium and High at 1440p is 53 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 30 FPS, showing diminishing returns as settings increase.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve steepens. Low yields 186 FPS, Medium averages 131 FPS with a minimum of 111 and maximum of 151, High drops to 99 FPS, and Ultra settles at 81 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at 4K is 105 FPS, which is the largest absolute difference across all resolutions, confirming the GPU is the primary driver at this resolution.

The min/max data for Medium settings shows tight frame time consistency: the spread between minimum and maximum is 88 FPS at 1080p, 65 FPS at 1440p, and 40 FPS at 4K. This suggests the game maintains stable frame pacing even at lower quality presets.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific CPU-GPU combination ranks 406th out of 3,716 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the top 11% of all configurations in the database. The rank reflects the combined capability of the Ryzen 5 7600 and RTX 4080 SUPER, and given the measured frame rates, the position is justified. The combo outperforms the vast majority of tested systems, and the data confirms it handles the game with substantial headroom at every resolution.

The high rank is driven primarily by the GPU’s strong performance, as evidenced by the 4K results where the RTX 4080 SUPER maintains 81 FPS at Ultra. The CPU’s 78th percentile ranking supports this, but the GPU’s 86th percentile is the more decisive factor in a game that scales heavily with resolution. Relative to the nearest rival combos, this pairing would be expected to outperform any system using the RTX 4080 or Radeon Pro W5700X by a negligible margin, while systems with the RX 6750 GRE or Radeon 8060S might edge ahead by 2-3% in synthetic benchmarks, though this would translate to only a few frames per second in practice.

The Verdict

This PC can run Downfall at 60 FPS or higher on every resolution and preset tested. The verdict data lists all four settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) as playable at 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra, with average frame rates of 191 FPS at 1080p, 134 FPS at 1440p, and 81 FPS at 4K.

The data shows no scenario where this combo falls below the playable threshold. Even the most demanding configuration — 4K Ultra — maintains an 81 FPS average, which is 21 FPS above the 60 FPS target. For users seeking maximum visual fidelity, Ultra is the recommended preset at all resolutions. For those prioritizing frame rate, the 4K Low setting offers 186 FPS, and 1080p Low reaches 333 FPS, though these are far beyond what most displays can show. The combination of the Ryzen 5 7600's strong single-thread performance and the RTX 4080 SUPER's raw throughput ensures Downfall runs flawlessly, with enough spare capacity for future titles or more demanding scenes.