Downfall

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a remarkably consistent experience in Downfall, with every tested resolution and preset combination clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data set is unusual for a horror title: instead of struggling at high resolutions, this combo excels, with average frame rates ranging from a low of 62.9 FPS at 4K Ultra to a staggering 346.6 FPS at 1080p Low. Benchmarks confirm this is a pairing that leaves substantial performance headroom on the table, making it less about survival and more about how much visual fidelity you choose to unlock.

Measured FPS Breakdown

Starting at 3840x2160, the combo shows its most demanding scenario but still performs admirably. At Ultra settings, the average FPS is 62.9, which is just barely above the playable threshold. Dropping to High settings yields a significant improvement to 104.4 FPS, a jump of 41.5 FPS. Medium settings push the average to 128.1 FPS, and Low settings produce 156 FPS. The scaling from Ultra to Low at 4K is a 93.1 FPS spread, indicating that the GPU is the primary driver at this resolution, with settings having a massive impact.

At 2560x1440, the performance envelope expands considerably. Ultra settings deliver 102.1 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS mark. High settings jump to 168.4 FPS, and Medium reaches 204.7 FPS. The Low preset produces 250.8 FPS, which is more than four times the playable threshold. The difference between Ultra and Low at 1440p is 148.7 FPS, showing that even at this resolution, the settings menu has a profound effect on the frame rate.

Moving to 1920x1080, the results are almost absurdly high. Ultra settings average 147.2 FPS, High settings hit 234.8 FPS, and Medium reaches 282.8 FPS. The Low preset peaks at 346.6 FPS. The spread between the lowest and highest presets at 1080p is 199.4 FPS, highlighting that the RTX 4070 SUPER is nowhere near saturated by this game’s engine at this resolution. The data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p, the CPU’s capabilities may start to come into play, but the frame rates are so high that it is a moot point for practical gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data suggests a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution changes. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant factor. The frame rate scales dramatically with settings—from 62.9 FPS at Ultra to 156 FPS at Low—which indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER’s rendering workload is the limiting factor. The CPU, an Intel Core i3-12100F with 4 cores and 8 threads, has enough headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution, but the GPU is clearly the bottleneck.

At 2560x1440, the balance begins to shift, though the GPU still plays the leading role. The scaling from Low (250.8 FPS) to Ultra (102.1 FPS) remains steep, but the fact that the Low preset exceeds 250 FPS suggests that the GPU can handle the lower workloads with ease. The CPU’s role becomes more prominent at this resolution, as the higher frame rates require faster draw-call processing and physics calculations, but the i3-12100F’s single-thread performance appears sufficient to avoid major bottlenecks.

At 1920x1080, the CPU’s influence becomes more noticeable. The frame rates are so high (147.2 FPS at Ultra, 346.6 FPS at Low) that the CPU’s per-core performance is likely the constraint in the Low preset scenario. The i3-12100F has a boost clock of 4.30 GHz and scores 1674 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which is strong for a budget chip. However, the data implies that the GPU is still doing the majority of the heavy lifting, as the frame rate scaling between presets remains proportional. The lack of min or max FPS values in the data prevents a deeper analysis of frame time consistency, but the average FPS figures indicate that neither component is causing a severe stall.

Best Settings per Resolution

For a consistent 60 FPS experience, the data indicates that this combo can run Downfall at its highest preset at every resolution. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 62.9 FPS, which clears the playable threshold by a narrow margin. This is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, making it the best choice for 4K if you want maximum visual quality without dropping below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 102.1 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 60 FPS target. This provides a comfortable buffer, meaning you can enjoy the highest settings with plenty of headroom for dips in complex scenes. The data shows no reason to lower the preset at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 147.2 FPS, nearly two and a half times the playable threshold. This is the clear recommendation for 1080p, as it offers the best visual fidelity while maintaining an exceptionally high frame rate. Given these results, the best settings per resolution are simply the Ultra preset across the board, as the performance is more than adequate in every case.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i3-12100F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 614th out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall. This places it in the top 16.5% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing for a pairing that features a budget-oriented CPU. The GPU is the standout component here, as the RTX 4070 SUPER has a percentile rank of 83 among all GPUs, indicating it is in the top 17% of graphics cards tested. The CPU, with a percentile rank of 68, is more mid-pack, but it does not drag down the overall combo ranking significantly.

The data suggests that the GPU is doing the majority of the work in this game, as the combo’s rank is much closer to the GPU’s high percentile than the CPU’s more modest one. This implies that if you were to pair this GPU with a stronger CPU, you might see some improvement at lower resolutions, but the overall ranking indicates that the current pairing is well-balanced for Downfall’s demands.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. The closest competitor is the Intel Core 3 N355, with a score of 13492, showing a negligible 0% difference. The Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13452, which is 0.3% lower, meaning it would perform nearly identically in CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 0.7% higher, and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13351, which is 1.1% lower. These four CPUs are all within a 1.1% performance band, meaning any of them would produce virtually the same frame rates in Downfall when paired with the RTX 4070 SUPER.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, with a score of 43262, which is 0.1% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268, also 0.1% higher, and the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 43301, 0.2% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667, which is 1% higher. All of these GPUs are within a 1% performance delta, meaning they would deliver essentially identical FPS in this game. If you were to swap in any of these components, the measured FPS would be nearly indistinguishable from the results shown.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The data shows an average of 62.9 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 102.1 FPS at 2560x1440, providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target.

Q: How much faster is the Low preset compared to Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 346.6 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 147.2 FPS. This represents a 199.4 FPS difference, or roughly 2.35 times higher performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the dominant factor, especially at higher resolutions. At 4K, the frame rate scales heavily with settings, showing GPU-bound behavior. At 1080p, the CPU’s influence grows, but the GPU still carries the load.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested systems?

A: It ranks 614th out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 16.5% of all systems tested for Downfall.

Q: Are there similar GPUs that would perform the same?

A: Yes, the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, RTX 5050 Mobile, and Quadro M6000 are all within 0.2% of the RTX 4070 SUPER’s average score, meaning they would produce nearly identical frame rates.

The Verdict

The data is clear: this PC can run Downfall exceptionally well. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 147.2 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS threshold, making it a perfect choice for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 102.1 FPS, again providing a smooth and highly playable experience with maximum visual settings. Even at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 62.9 FPS, which just clears the playable threshold, meaning you can enjoy the game at 4K with all settings maxed out, though you have very little headroom for frame rate dips. The verdict by resolution confirms that all settings presets are playable at all three resolutions, with the Ultra preset being the recommended choice for each. This is a system that not only runs the game but dominates it, offering a high-performance experience that exceeds the needs of most players.