Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 combination delivers a wide spread of frame rates in Downfall, depending entirely on how the user balances resolution and graphical detail. The recorded data shows that this pairing is capable of smooth performance across most common configurations, but it hits a hard ceiling at 4K with maximum settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS results, ranks the combo against other tested systems, and clarifies which component is doing the heavy lifting at each resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database contains twelve distinct measurement points for this CPU and GPU pairing, covering three resolutions and four quality presets. All figures represent average FPS, as no minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded for this configuration.

At 1920x1080, the combo is overwhelmingly strong. The Low preset produces an average of 176.1 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded for this system at any resolution. Medium follows at 142.4 FPS, and High drops to 120.0 FPS. Even the Ultra preset, typically the most demanding setting, maintains an average of 75.6 FPS. This means that at 1080p, every single preset clears the 60 FPS playability threshold by a substantial margin. The gap between Low and Ultra is 100.5 FPS, indicating that the GPU has enough headroom to absorb the increased workload of higher quality settings without falling below acceptable performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but the scaling becomes more apparent. Low delivers 123.7 FPS, Medium produces 100.4 FPS, and High reaches 80.4 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 52.0 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The delta between Low and Ultra here is 71.7 FPS, a larger relative drop than at 1080p. This suggests that the GPU is beginning to feel the pressure of additional pixels, though the mid-range presets still offer very comfortable performance.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes dramatically. Low still manages 78.0 FPS, which is playable, and Medium stays just above the threshold at 61.7 FPS. High drops to 52.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 31.2 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 46.8 FPS, but the key observation is that only the two lowest presets remain playable. The 4K Ultra result of 31.2 FPS is the weakest performance recorded for this combo, showing that the RTX 2060’s 6 GB memory and compute resources are stretched too thin at that extreme configuration.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific CPU and GPU pairing as 2930 out of 3716 tested combinations for Downfall. That places it in the lower half of all recorded systems, around the 21st percentile. This is a notable result because the individual components do not score particularly low in their respective hardware benchmarks. The CPU sits at the 81st percentile among all processors, and the GPU ranks at the 58th percentile among all graphics cards. The combined rank of 2930 suggests that the overall system performance in this particular game is held back more by the GPU than the CPU, since the CPU is a relatively strong part while the GPU is closer to mid-pack.

The rank also implies that many other combinations, likely those with newer or higher-tier graphics cards, produce better results in Downfall. However, the measured FPS data shows that this combo is far from unusable. It simply means that for demanding 4K Ultra settings, the user should expect results that lag behind a significant portion of the database’s tested systems.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded FPS scaling between resolutions and presets reveals which component governs performance in Downfall. The CPU, AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT, is a high-end desktop part with 8 cores and 16 threads, based on Zen 3 architecture. Its benchmark scores are strong, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23794 and a single-core score of 3359. The GPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, is a mid-range Turing part with 1920 shading units and 6 GB of GDDR6 memory. Its PassMark G3D score is 14111.

At 1920x1080, the CPU is likely the primary driver of the high frame rates. The GPU is not heavily taxed at this resolution, as evidenced by the fact that even the Ultra preset holds 75.6 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 100.5 FPS, but even the lowest result is well above 60. This suggests that the CPU’s strong single-thread performance (3dmark single-thread score of 959, PassMark single-thread score of 3535) is sufficient to feed the GPU with enough frames to maintain high output.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on more responsibility. The frame rate drops from 123.7 FPS on Low to 52.0 FPS on Ultra, a decline of 71.7 FPS. This scaling is steeper than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU’s rendering load is growing faster than the CPU’s ability to compensate. The RTX 2060’s memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s and its 192-bit bus width are likely limiting factors at higher settings, as the increased pixel count demands more memory throughput.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. The CPU’s role diminishes because the GPU cannot produce enough frames to utilize the CPU’s full capacity. The drop from Medium (61.7 FPS) to High (52.9 FPS) is 8.8 FPS, and from High to Ultra (31.2 FPS) is 21.7 FPS. The massive collapse at Ultra points to the GPU’s 6 GB memory capacity being insufficient for 4K Ultra textures and effects. The CPU’s high multi-thread score (Cinebench R20 multi-core of 9993, PassMark multi-thread of 28053) becomes irrelevant when the GPU is delivering only 31.2 FPS. The data indicates that for this game, the RTX 2060 is the determining component at 1440p and above, while the Ryzen 7 5800XT provides ample headroom that the GPU cannot fully exploit.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Downfall? The answer is yes, but with significant caveats depending on the target resolution. The playability threshold is set at 60 FPS average, and the verdict by resolution is clear.

At 1920x1080, the system runs the game flawlessly. All four presets, Low, Medium, High, and Ultra, produce average frame rates above 60 FPS. The best playable setting is Ultra, which delivers 75.6 FPS. This is the ideal resolution for this combo if the user wants maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the system remains highly capable. High, Low, and Medium presets all clear 60 FPS, with High being the best playable option at 80.4 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 52.0 FPS, which is not playable. Users at 1440p should stick to High or below for a consistent experience.

At 3840x2160, the system is limited. Only Low and Medium presets are playable, with Medium being the best at 61.7 FPS. High and Ultra fall short at 52.9 FPS and 31.2 FPS respectively. The verdict is that 4K is only viable with reduced settings, and even then, the margin above 60 FPS is slim.

Overall, this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming with all settings maxed out. It can handle 1440p with high quality, and it can do 4K only at medium or low detail. The data does not support 4K Ultra as a playable configuration.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the database provide context for how the Ryzen 7 5800XT compares to other processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H has an average benchmark score of 29868, which is essentially identical to the 5800XT’s 29879, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS both score 29955, which is 0.3 percent higher than the 5800XT. The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X scores 29713, which is 0.6 percent lower. These rivals are all close in overall CPU performance, meaning that swapping the 5800XT for any of these would produce very similar frame rates in Downfall, assuming the GPU remains the same.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060’s nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 with an average score of 15283, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270, which is 0.1 percent lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, a 0.6 percent difference, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171, a 0.8 percent difference. These GPUs are effectively in the same performance class as the RTX 2060, so users with any of these graphics cards paired with a similar CPU would see comparable FPS numbers in Downfall. The practical takeaway is that this combo sits in a well-populated performance tier, and many nearby hardware choices would behave nearly identically.

Best Settings per Resolution

For users who want the highest visual quality while maintaining at least 60 FPS average, the database identifies the optimal preset for each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra, which produces an average of 75.6 FPS. This is the most demanding preset, and it still clears the threshold by 15.6 FPS. No compromise is needed at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the best setting is High, with an average of 80.4 FPS. This provides a 20.4 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset would offer better visuals, but it drops to 52.0 FPS, so High is the correct choice for a smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the best setting is Medium, with an average of 61.7 FPS. This clears the threshold by just 1.7 FPS, which is a narrow margin. The Low preset is also playable at 78.0 FPS, but Medium offers better visual quality while still staying above 60. The High preset at 52.9 FPS is not recommended, and Ultra at 31.2 FPS is far too demanding.

These settings represent the maximum quality that keeps the frame rate at or above 60 FPS. Users who prioritize frame rate over visuals could drop to lower presets for additional headroom, but the listed settings are the most demanding playable options.

FAQ

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

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 176.1, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

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

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 31.2, which is far below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the best playable setting at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 80.4 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 52.0 FPS and is not playable.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 2060’s average benchmark score is 15290. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580, scores 15283, a delta of 0 percent. Other close rivals include the AMD Radeon 680M (15270) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for 1080p performance in Downfall?

A: At 1920x1080, the data suggests the CPU is more influential, as the GPU is not heavily taxed and all presets, including Ultra, stay above 60 FPS. The Ryzen 7 5800XT’s strong single-thread performance supports high frame rates.

Q: What is the overall rank of this combo among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 2930 out of 3716 tested combinations for Downfall, placing it in the lower half of the database’s recorded systems.