Downfall

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i3-12100F sits within a tightly clustered group of processors according to the database's average benchmark scores. Its average score of 13494 places it nearly identical to the Intel Core 3 N355, which scores 13492 with a delta of 0%. The Intel Core i5-9500 trails by a mere 0.3% with a score of 13452, meaning users upgrading from that older i5 would see almost no measurable difference in compute-heavy workloads. On the other side, the Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, a 0.7% advantage over the i3-12100F, while the Intel Core i7-1250U lags by 1.1% at 13351. These four processors effectively inhabit the same performance tier, with deltas under 1.2% in either direction. The i3-12100F's 4 cores and 8 threads, with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, place it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating a solidly above-average part for general processing tasks.

For the AMD Radeon RX 570, the nearest rivals are more varied in their architectures but similar in overall benchmark output. The RX 570's average benchmark score of 28766 is only 0.4% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, which scores 28874, a remarkable parity given the mobile-versus-desktop distinction. The AMD Radeon R9 M295X trails by 0.7% at 28580, while the AMD Radeon RX 470, a close sibling from the same Polaris generation, leads by 0.8% at 28996. The NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000, a workstation card, sits 1.2% behind at 28421. The RX 570's 74th percentile among all GPUs confirms it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the graphics cards in the database, an impressive standing for a part with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory and a 256-bit bus. In practical terms, any of these rival GPUs would deliver near-identical frame rates in Downfall, with differences of less than 2% translating to sub-1 FPS variations at most settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

Examining the measured FPS data across resolutions and presets reveals which component constrains performance in Downfall. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 92 FPS average. When settings rise to Medium, the average drops to 74.2 FPS, a 19.3% reduction. High settings yield 59.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 36.5 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p represents a 60.3% performance loss, indicating that the GPU becomes progressively more stressed as graphical load increases. However, the CPU's role remains relevant: the i3-12100F's single-thread score of 893 in 3dmark and its 1674 in Cinebench R23 single-core suggest adequate headroom for a 2016 horror title.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern intensifies. Low settings produce 68 FPS, Medium drops to 54.9 FPS, High to 45.8 FPS, and Ultra to 28.1 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra widens to 58.7%. Comparing 1080p Low (92 FPS) to 1440p Low (68 FPS) shows a 26.1% reduction from the resolution increase alone. At 3840x2160, Low settings yield only 43 FPS, Medium drops to 34.2 FPS, High to 25.6 FPS, and Ultra to 18.6 FPS. The 4K Low result represents a 53.3% drop from 1080p Low, confirming that pixel count is the dominant factor. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s and its 5.095 TFLOPS FP32 performance become the limiting resources at higher resolutions. The CPU, with its 4 cores and 8 threads, does not appear to bottleneck at any resolution, as frame rates scale consistently with GPU load rather than showing sudden plateaus.

The data indicates that for this game, the RX 570 is the primary determinant of performance. At every resolution, the drop from Low to Ultra is a smooth progression rather than a cliff, which would suggest a CPU limitation. The i3-12100F's 3dmark 16-thread score of 4051 and its multithread Passmark score of 14015 provide ample compute for a game from 2016. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support further reduce any potential CPU-side stalls. Users seeking higher frame rates at 1440p or 4K would need a stronger GPU, while the processor could likely handle a faster graphics card without becoming the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: Can this system reach 60 FPS at 1920x1080?

A: Yes. The measured data shows 92 FPS at Low settings and 74.2 FPS at Medium settings, both clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings fall just short at 59.5 FPS, while Ultra drops to 36.5 FPS.

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

A: Low settings at 1440p produce 68 FPS average, which is the only preset at this resolution that stays above 60 FPS. Medium settings drop to 54.9 FPS, High to 45.8 FPS, and Ultra to 28.1 FPS.

Q: Is 4K resolution viable with this hardware?

A: No. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only average 43 FPS, below the 60 FPS threshold. Medium yields 34.2 FPS, High 25.6 FPS, and Ultra 18.6 FPS. No playable settings exist at this resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i3-12100F and AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 3535 out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the lower 5% of all tested systems for this specific game.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings average 92 FPS while Ultra averages 36.5 FPS, a difference of 55.5 FPS. This represents a 60.3% reduction in performance from the lowest to highest preset.

Q: Does the processor or graphics card limit performance more?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. Frame rates scale consistently with resolution and preset changes, with a 53.3% drop from 1080p Low to 4K Low, indicating the RX 570's rendering capacity is the bottleneck. The CPU's single-thread score of 1674 in Cinebench R23 suggests sufficient processing power for this title.

The Verdict

The database's verdict is clear: this PC can run Downfall at playable frame rates, but only under specific conditions. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with both Low settings (92 FPS) and Medium settings (74.2 FPS). The best settings at 1080p are Medium, delivering 74.2 FPS average. At 2560x1440, only Low settings achieve playability with 68 FPS, while Medium falls to 54.9 FPS. At 3840x2160, no settings reach 60 FPS, and the verdict marks all presets as unplayable. The highest average FPS recorded across all configurations is 92 at 1080p Low, while the lowest is 18.6 at 4K Ultra. For users targeting a smooth experience, 1080p Medium offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, while 1440p requires the lowest settings for acceptable frame rates. 4K is not a viable option for this hardware combination in Downfall.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data provides average frame rates for twelve configurations, spanning three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings deliver 92 FPS average, Medium produces 74.2 FPS, High reaches 59.5 FPS, and Ultra drops to 36.5 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent decline, with each preset tier costing approximately 15 to 25 FPS. At 2560x1440, Low settings yield 68 FPS, Medium drops to 54.9 FPS, High to 45.8 FPS, and Ultra to 28.1 FPS. The 1440p results demonstrate that only the lowest preset maintains a 60 FPS average, and the drop from Low to Medium at this resolution is 13.1 FPS, a 19.3% reduction. At 3840x2160, Low settings produce 43 FPS, Medium 34.2 FPS, High 25.6 FPS, and Ultra 18.6 FPS. The 4K data shows that even the lowest settings fall 17 FPS short of the playable threshold. Across all resolutions, the delta between Low and Ultra widens as resolution increases: 55.5 FPS at 1080p, 39.9 FPS at 1440p, and 24.4 FPS at 4K. This narrowing gap at higher resolutions reflects the GPU reaching its absolute limits, where preset changes have diminishing absolute impact. The maximum recorded frame rate is 92 FPS at 1080p Low, and the minimum is 18.6 FPS at 4K Ultra. No minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded, so the averages represent the complete picture of performance.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Downfall, this pairing of Intel Core i3-12100F and AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 3535 out of 3716 total configurations. This places the system in the bottom 4.9% of all tested hardware combinations for this game. The rank reflects the RX 570's age and 4 GB memory capacity, which struggle with a horror title that scales heavily with resolution and preset quality. Despite the GPU's 74th percentile standing among all GPUs in general benchmarks, its performance in Downfall is hampered by the game's demands at higher settings. The CPU, ranking at the 68th percentile among all processors, is not the limiting factor; the 4K results show a 53.3% drop from 1080p Low, which is a GPU-bound pattern. The combination's rank of 3535 indicates that 94.9% of tested systems outperform it in this game. Users with this hardware should expect lower-tier performance relative to the broader database, though the 1080p Medium result of 74.2 FPS shows the system can still deliver a smooth experience at mainstream resolutions with moderate settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Medium, which delivers 74.2 FPS average. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, leaving room for scene complexity fluctuations. High settings at 59.5 FPS fall just 0.5 FPS short of playability, making Medium the clear choice for 1080p gaming. At 2560x1440, the only playable preset is Low, averaging 68 FPS. This gives an 8 FPS cushion over the threshold, but users should be aware that Medium drops to 54.9 FPS, a 13.1 FPS deficit. At 3840x2160, no preset achieves 60 FPS, and the verdict marks all settings as unplayable. The best 4K result is Low at 43 FPS, which is 17 FPS below the playable threshold. For users prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity, 1080p Medium is the optimal configuration, while those with 1440p displays must accept Low settings for smooth gameplay. The data shows no scenario where Ultra settings are recommended, as even at 1080p Ultra only reaches 36.5 FPS, far below the playable mark. The RX 570's 4 GB GDDR5 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p Medium and 1440p Low in this title, but not for higher demands.