Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and Intel Arc B570 combination delivers a wide spread of performance in Downfall, ranging from a barely playable 30 FPS at 4K Ultra to a very smooth 163 FPS at 1080p Low. The data shows a system where the graphics card is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-threaded performance allows high frame rates at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, compares nearby hardware, and provides clear guidance on the best settings for each resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions and four preset levels, revealing distinct performance tiers. At 3840x2160 (4K), the system is heavily taxed. The Ultra preset delivers an average of just 30 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. Dropping to High settings improves the average to 49 FPS, still short of the target. The Medium preset produces an average of 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 68 FPS, indicating noticeable frame dips in demanding scenes. Only the Low preset clears the threshold comfortably, achieving an average of 72 FPS. This pattern shows a steep performance cliff between Low and Medium at 4K, with a 13 FPS average difference.

Stepping down to 2560x1440 (1440p) provides a significant uplift across all settings. The Ultra preset reaches an average of 49 FPS, which is still below the 60 FPS target. The High preset performs well, averaging 78 FPS. The Medium preset runs at 95 FPS on average, with a minimum of 81 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS, showing stable frame pacing. The Low preset achieves 116 FPS on average. The jump from 4K to 1440p is substantial, with the High preset improving from 49 FPS to 78 FPS, a gain of 29 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, while the 1440p resolution allows the system to stretch its legs.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo shows its full potential. The Ultra preset averages 68 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS threshold and making this the most demanding playable setting at this resolution. The High preset reaches 109 FPS, the Medium preset averages 133 FPS (with a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 153 FPS), and the Low preset hits 163 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 1080p is less dramatic than from 4K to 1440p, but still considerable. For instance, the High preset goes from 78 FPS to 109 FPS, a 31 FPS improvement. The Ultra preset improves from 49 FPS to 68 FPS, a 19 FPS gain. This data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU can feed the GPU effectively, allowing for high average frame rates even at maximum settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, Intel Core i7-14700KF, AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, and Intel Core i7-14700K. The Ryzen 7 9700F scores an average of 69996 in benchmarks. The Ryzen 9 7940HX is a near-exact match, with a score of 69875, a delta of 0.2%. The Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 70163, which is 0.2% lower than the 9700F. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, a 0.7% difference, and the Intel Core i7-14700K scores 69355, a 0.9% difference. For gaming purposes, these CPUs are effectively interchangeable in performance, with deltas under 1%. In Downfall, any of these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates when paired with the same GPU, meaning the choice between them would not change the playability verdict at any resolution.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, Intel Arc A750, NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, and AMD Radeon R9 M390X. The RTX 3070 Mobile scores 20534, a delta of 0.1%. The Intel Arc A750 scores 20582, which is 0.1% lower than the B570. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480, a 0.4% difference, and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662, a 0.5% difference. These GPUs are all clustered within a 1% performance band. In practical terms, a system using any of these GPUs with the Ryzen 7 9700F would produce FPS numbers within a few frames of the measured data for Downfall. The Arc A750 is a particularly notable comparison, as it is the closest direct rival in terms of desktop positioning.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only at the Low preset. The data shows an average of 72 FPS at 3840x2160 with Low settings, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Medium preset averages 59 FPS and the High preset averages 49 FPS, both below the threshold.

*Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming in Downfall?*

A: The High preset is the best option at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 78 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset drops to 49 FPS, which is not playable.

Q: Is the Ultra preset ever playable with this hardware?

A: Yes, but only at 1920x1080. The Ultra preset averages 68 FPS at 1080p, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, Ultra averages 49 FPS, and at 4K, it averages 30 FPS, both of which are below the playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has an average benchmark score of 69996. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, scores 69875, a difference of only 0.2%. The Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 70163, which is 0.2% lower. Performance differences are minimal.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the Intel Arc A750?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, while the Intel Arc A750 scores 20582. The B570 is 0.1% lower than the A750, making them effectively equal in performance for this game.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 delivers an average of 133 FPS, with a minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 153 FPS. This provides a very smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear. At 3840x2160, this PC can run Downfall only on the Low preset, which produces an average of 72 FPS. The Medium preset falls short at 59 FPS. At 2560x1440, the system handles the game well, with playable settings including High, Medium, and Low. The High preset is the best choice, averaging 78 FPS. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, including Ultra at 68 FPS. The overall data indicates that this combo is a solid 1080p and 1440p gaming setup for this title, but 4K gaming requires significant compromises in visual quality.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is as follows:

• 3840x2160: Low preset, averaging 72 FPS.
• 2560x1440: High preset, averaging 78 FPS.
• 1920x1080: Ultra preset, averaging 68 FPS.

These settings represent the optimal balance between visual fidelity and smooth gameplay, based on the measured data. Choosing a higher preset would result in frame rates below the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2988 out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of all tested hardware combinations. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 94, meaning it outperforms most other CPUs in general benchmarks. The GPU has a percentile ranking of 65. The rank of 2988 reflects the combined performance, where the GPU’s lower percentile relative to the CPU’s high percentile suggests the graphics card is holding back the overall result in this game. The data indicates that while the CPU is a top-tier performer, the GPU limits the combo’s standing in the overall rankings for Downfall.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU split responsibilities across resolutions. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the clear bottleneck. The frame rates are low across all presets, with the Ultra preset dropping to 30 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a drop from 72 FPS to 30 FPS, a 42 FPS difference, which is almost entirely due to GPU rendering load. The CPU’s high single-threaded performance, as evidenced by its strong benchmark scores, is not the limiting factor here.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The GPU still carries most of the load, but the frame rates are much healthier. The High preset at 78 FPS and Medium at 95 FPS show that the GPU can handle the pixel count. The CPU provides enough headroom to avoid bottlenecking, as evidenced by the 116 FPS result at Low settings.

At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes more relevant. The Ultra preset reaches 68 FPS, while the Low preset hits 163 FPS. This wide spread, from 68 to 163 FPS, indicates that the CPU is capable of driving very high frame rates when the GPU is not heavily taxed. The data shows that as resolution decreases, the CPU’s role in determining the maximum frame rate increases, while the GPU’s role in determining the quality settings becomes more pronounced. In Downfall, the Ryzen 7 9700F is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking at all tested resolutions, while the Arc B570 is the component that dictates which presets are playable.