Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination delivers a wide range of performance in Downfall, scaling from a smooth 1080p experience to a playable, though limited, 4K presentation. The recorded data shows that this pairing is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions, with the demands of Ultra settings at 4K proving to be the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold. Across the board, the benchmark results indicate a system that is well-balanced for this horror title, though the gap between Low and Ultra presets is substantial.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo in Downfall covers three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a clear picture of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the system is never challenged. The Low preset produces an average of 211.9 FPS, which is the highest recorded frame rate for this configuration. Moving up to Medium yields 174.7 FPS, while the High preset still maintains a robust 141.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to an average of 87.8 FPS, which still leaves considerable headroom above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected cost of additional pixels. The Low preset averages 149.3 FPS, and the Medium preset closely follows at 126.1 FPS. High settings at this resolution produce an average of 102 FPS, which is a very comfortable level for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Ultra preset at 1440p is the most demanding setting that remains playable, with an average of 60.7 FPS, just barely clearing the 60 FPS threshold.

The 3840x2160 resolution results reveal the limits of this hardware. At 4K Low, the system averages 96.2 FPS, and Medium settings average 75.2 FPS. The High preset at 4K averages 60.4 FPS, which places it right at the edge of the playable threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to reach 60 FPS, with an average of 36.8 FPS. This represents a significant performance cliff, as the jump from High to Ultra at this resolution costs over 23 FPS on average.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets in the recorded data indicates that the GPU becomes the dominant constraint as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are high enough across all presets that the CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F with 6 cores and 12 threads, is likely supplying frames efficiently. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1080p is 124.1 FPS, which is a massive reduction, but the absolute numbers remain high, suggesting the GPU is still managing the workload without being fully overwhelmed.

When moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the performance penalty is visible across all presets. The Low preset drops from 211.9 FPS to 149.3 FPS, a reduction of 62.6 FPS. This trend continues at 4K, where the Low preset falls to 96.2 FPS. This consistent degradation with resolution points to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth, being the primary factor limiting frame rates at higher pixel counts.

The CPU's role is more apparent at the lower resolutions where frame rates are exceptionally high. At 1080p Low, the 211.9 FPS average suggests that the Ryzen 5 8400F, which sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs in the database, is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to maintain very high frame rates. However, the Ultra preset at 4K, which yields only 36.8 FPS, shows a scenario where the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as no CPU would be able to compensate for the sheer rendering load at that resolution and preset combination.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU in this combo, which helps contextualize the expected performance. For the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, the closest alternatives are the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, the Intel Core i7-11850H, and the Intel Core i7-13620H. The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score that is 0.2% higher than the 8400F, making it a nearly identical performer. The Intel Core i7-11850H is 0.3% higher, and the Intel Core i7-13620H is 0.4% higher. On the other side, the AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% lower. These deltas are minimal, meaning a system built with any of these CPUs would likely produce very similar frame rates in Downfall, assuming the same GPU is used.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, the nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, which scores 1% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which is 1.2% higher. The Intel Arc B570 is 1.3% higher, and the Intel Arc A750 is 1.5% higher. These small percentage differences suggest that swapping the RTX 2070 SUPER for any of these GPUs would result in a nearly indistinguishable experience in Downfall. The data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER holds the 65th percentile among all GPUs, so these rivals are all clustered around the same performance tier.

The Verdict

Based on the verdictByResolution data, this PC can run Downfall at 60 FPS or higher in most configurations. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, including Ultra with an average of 87.8 FPS. This makes 1080p the most flexible resolution for this combo, as even the most demanding settings provide a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, the system also handles all presets above the threshold. The Ultra preset averages 60.7 FPS, which is just enough to clear the 60 FPS mark. This resolution offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, with High settings providing a comfortable 102 FPS average for those who prefer higher frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the results are more mixed. The Low, Medium, and High presets all remain playable, with High averaging 60.4 FPS. However, the Ultra preset is not playable, as its 36.8 FPS average falls well below the 60 FPS threshold. For 4K gaming, users should stick to High settings or lower to maintain playable frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is the recommended choice. At 3840x2160, the best settings are High, which produce an average of 60.4 FPS. This is the highest quality preset available at 4K that maintains playability, though it leaves almost no headroom above the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 60.7 FPS. This allows users to experience the maximum visual quality at this resolution while still staying above the 60 FPS line. The margin is slim, but the data confirms it is playable.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 87.8 FPS. This provides a much larger margin of safety compared to the higher resolutions, making 1080p the best choice for users who want to max out the game's settings without worrying about frame rate dips.

FAQ

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

A: No. The recorded data shows an average of 36.8 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest playable preset at 4K is High, which averages 60.4 FPS.

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

A: The highest average FPS is 211.9, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score that is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, making the two processors extremely close in performance.

Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER better than the Intel Arc A750?

A: The database shows the Intel Arc A750 has an average GPU benchmark score that is 1.5% higher than the RTX 2070 SUPER, indicating the Arc A750 is slightly faster in general compute benchmarks.

Q: What resolution offers the most headroom above 60 FPS with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 87.8, which is 27.8 FPS above the threshold. This is the largest margin for Ultra settings across all tested resolutions.

Q: How many total FPS values are recorded for this game?

A: The dataset includes 12 measured FPS entries, covering four settings presets across three resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 2153 out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Downfall. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, indicating that it is a capable setup for this game. The rank reflects the system's ability to handle the game well at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K being limited to High settings or lower. The strong CPU performance, evidenced by the 77th percentile ranking, combined with the GPU's 65th percentile standing, results in a balanced system that performs above the median for this title. While it is not a top-tier combination, the data shows it is more than sufficient for a smooth experience at most settings and resolutions.