Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a consistently high-performance experience in Downfall, with measured frame rates that comfortably clear the 60 FPS playable threshold across all tested resolutions and presets. The data shows a system that scales predictably with resolution and settings, offering ample headroom for high-refresh-rate displays at 1440p and 1080p while remaining fully playable at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset reaches an average of 336.3 FPS, which drops to 279.2 FPS at Medium. High settings still deliver 228.9 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 140.1 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is rarely constrained by the GPU, with the CPU and GPU working in tandem to deliver frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust, though the expected scaling from the higher pixel count is evident. The Low preset averages 238.6 FPS, while Medium produces 196.5 FPS. High settings reach 161.7 FPS, and Ultra still manages a very strong 99.3 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a reduction in frame rates across all presets, but the magnitude of the drop is moderate, suggesting that the RTX 5070 has sufficient bandwidth and compute headroom to handle the increased resolution without a dramatic penalty.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to show more significant scaling, yet remains fully playable. The Low preset averages 150 FPS, Medium drops to 122.1 FPS, and High settles at 100.8 FPS. Ultra settings at 4K produce an average of 60.8 FPS, which lands just above the 60 FPS threshold. This indicates that 4K Ultra is the most demanding configuration tested, and while it clears the playable bar, it leaves little margin for frame rate dips in particularly intense scenes.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each step up in resolution or settings reduces average frame rates by a predictable margin. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 196.2 FPS, at 1440p it is 139.3 FPS, and at 4K it is 89.2 FPS. This narrowing gap at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases, while at lower resolutions, the CPU has a more meaningful role in sustaining high frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra. At 3840x2160, Ultra settings yield an average of 60.8 FPS, which is the highest quality option available while still meeting the playable threshold. This is a marginal pass, as the frame rate is only 0.8 FPS above the 60 FPS mark, so users seeking a more comfortable margin might prefer High settings at 100.8 FPS, but the data confirms Ultra is technically playable.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings produce an average of 99.3 FPS, providing a substantial cushion above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes 1440p Ultra the sweet spot for this combination, as it delivers high visual quality with frame rates that are well-suited for smooth gameplay. The 99.3 FPS average also suggests that the system can handle more demanding scenes without dropping below the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 140.1 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS requirement. This resolution and preset combination offers the best balance of visual fidelity and raw performance, with frame rates that are suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. The data indicates that the system is not stressed at 1080p Ultra, leaving considerable headroom for future updates or more demanding game sections.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured average frame rate at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 60.8 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, albeit with a slim margin.

Q: What is the highest frame rate achieved by this combination?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 336.3 FPS, recorded at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings?

A: At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 228.9 FPS at 1920x1080 to 161.7 FPS at 2560x1440, representing a reduction of 67.2 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5070 the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: The data suggests that at 1080p, frame rates are extremely high across all presets, indicating that the CPU may play a more significant role in sustaining these numbers, though the exact bottleneck is not explicitly stated.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded in the benchmark data?

A: The lowest average frame rate is 60.8 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at all tested settings?

A: Yes, every resolution and preset combination in the measured data produces an average frame rate at or above 60.8 FPS, meaning all tested configurations are playable.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X provide context for its CPU-level performance. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H posts an average benchmark score of 29093, which is 0.1% lower than the Ryzen 7 5800X’s score of 29123. The Intel Xeon Phi 7210 scores 29245, a 0.4% advantage over the AMD chip. The Intel Core i5-13500HX achieves 29270, edging out the Ryzen 7 5800X by 0.5%. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT scores 28940, which is 0.6% lower. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the Ryzen 7 5800X performs nearly identically to these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks, meaning users switching between these CPUs would likely see similar frame rates in Downfall.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 580 with an average score of 40318, a 0.1% difference from the RTX 5070’s 40377. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40063, which is 0.8% lower, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 achieves 40870, a 1.2% higher score. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile posts 39568, which is 2% lower. These close scores suggest that these GPUs would deliver comparable frame rates in Downfall, with the RTX 5070 holding a slight edge over most of its rivals in the average benchmark score.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU each contribute to performance in Downfall. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset reaching 336.3 FPS and Ultra at 140.1 FPS. The large gap between presets at this resolution indicates that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, as reducing settings produces substantial frame rate gains. However, the absolute numbers are so high that the CPU’s role in feeding the GPU becomes more relevant, as even the least demanding preset exceeds 336 FPS, which requires strong single-threaded and multi-threaded CPU performance.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop by roughly 30% across all presets compared to 1080p. This consistent reduction suggests that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor, as the increased pixel count demands more from the rendering pipeline. The CPU still has enough headroom to keep frame rates high, as evidenced by the 238.6 FPS Low preset, but the GPU’s workload is clearly growing.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s role becomes dominant. The Ultra preset averages 60.8 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 99.3 FPS at 1440p Ultra. This 38.5 FPS reduction highlights how much the GPU is stressed at 4K. The CPU, meanwhile, has less influence at this resolution, as the frame rates are bounded by the GPU’s rendering capacity rather than the CPU’s ability to issue draw calls. The data indicates that at 4K, the RTX 5070 is the definitive bottleneck, while at 1080p, the CPU plays a more noticeable role in maintaining the very high frame rates.

The Verdict

This PC can run Downfall at every resolution and preset tested, with all configurations clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the system achieves playable frame rates at all settings, with Ultra averaging 60.8 FPS, which is a marginal pass. The 2560x1440 resolution offers a more comfortable experience, with Ultra averaging 99.3 FPS, providing a solid margin above the threshold. At 1920x1080, the system excels, with Ultra averaging 140.1 FPS and lower presets reaching well over 200 FPS. The verdict is clear: this combination is fully capable of running Downfall at high quality settings across all tested resolutions, with the only caveat being that 4K Ultra leaves little headroom for frame rate fluctuations.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination ranks 724th out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall. This places the system in the top 19.5% of all tested configurations, indicating that it outperforms the majority of systems in the database. The rank reflects the strong measured performance across all resolutions, particularly the ability to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra and deliver exceptional frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. While the rank is not at the very top of the list, it positions this combo as a high-tier performer that should handle Downfall with ease in nearly all scenarios.