Downfall

Can Intel Core i3-12100F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 run Downfall? The measured FPS data shows this pairing is overwhelmingly capable, delivering playable frame rates at every tested resolution and preset. The RTX 4080’s raw horsepower is the dominant factor here, with the i3-12100F providing enough throughput to avoid becoming a bottleneck at the tested settings. The data indicates this combo is well above the playable threshold of 60 FPS, even at the most demanding configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this combination reveal a consistent pattern of high performance across all settings. The minimum and maximum FPS figures are only provided for the Medium preset at each resolution, while other presets report only the average FPS. The data is clear: this system is built for high-refresh-rate gaming in Downfall.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the RTX 4080 shows its strength. With Low settings, the system averages 178 FPS, a very high baseline. Moving to Medium settings, the average FPS is 145, with a minimum of 123 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS. The High preset still delivers a strong 119 FPS average. Pushing to Ultra settings, the average drops to 74 FPS, which is still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is significant, showing a 104 FPS difference between the two extremes.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance scales up considerably. The Low preset achieves an average of 285 FPS, while Medium sees an average of 233 FPS, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS. The High preset produces 191 FPS on average. The Ultra preset is remarkably strong here, averaging 120 FPS. This suggests that 1440p is an ideal resolution for this hardware, as even the most demanding preset leaves ample headroom. The data shows a spread of 165 FPS between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the results are exceptionally high, indicating this resolution is well within the system's comfort zone. The Low preset averages 384 FPS, which is a massive frame rate. The Medium preset averages 327 FPS, with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS. The High preset still averages 268 FPS. Even the Ultra preset produces an average of 168 FPS. The difference between the lowest and highest settings is 216 FPS, underscoring the GPU's dominance at this resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

The goal for a benchmark is to find the highest visual quality preset that still maintains a playable frame rate, which is defined here as at or above 60 FPS. Based on the measured data, the best settings are surprisingly consistent across all resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the system can handle the Ultra preset. The average FPS at this setting is 74, which clears the 60 FPS threshold with a 14 FPS margin. The data shows that even the most demanding preset at 4K is playable, making this a viable configuration for maximum visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice. The average FPS here is 120, which is double the playable threshold. This indicates that the system has significant performance headroom at 1440p, allowing users to max out the game's settings without worrying about frame rate drops.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset again is the optimal choice. The average FPS is 168, which is nearly three times the playable threshold. This makes 1080p with Ultra settings an extremely smooth and responsive experience, ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

In summary, the data indicates that the most demanding preset, Ultra, stays at or above 60 FPS at every resolution tested. This system is capable of running Downfall at maximum settings across the board.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data includes nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU, based on average benchmark scores. These provide a reference for what other hardware would offer similar performance in this configuration.

For the Intel Core i3-12100F, the nearest rival is the Intel Core 3 N355, with a score difference of 0%, meaning they are effectively identical in average benchmarks. The Intel Core i5-9500 is also very close, with a score that is 0.3% higher. On the other side, the Intel Core 5 120UL is 0.7% lower, and the Intel Core i7-1250U is 1.1% lower. These small deltas imply that swapping the i3-12100F for any of these CPUs would result in very similar overall system performance, as the CPU is likely not the primary bottleneck in gaming scenarios.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, the nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which has a score only 0.1% higher. This suggests the RTX 4080 is essentially on par with its SUPER variant in this context. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 2.6% higher and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 2.7% higher. These rival GPUs would produce frame rates very close to those measured, with the differences being within a few percentage points. A user with any of these alternative GPUs could expect a similar experience in Downfall.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Downfall with excellent performance. The verdict by resolution is clear: at every tested resolution, from 1920x1080 up to 3840x2160, the system is capable of running the game at the Ultra preset while maintaining an average frame rate well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the average FPS at Ultra is 168, which is an outstanding result for maximum settings. At 2560x1440, the average FPS at Ultra is 120, still providing a very high refresh rate experience. At 3840x2160, the average FPS at Ultra is 74, which is a solid 4K experience that stays above the 60 FPS target. The data confirms that this combination of an Intel Core i3-12100F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is more than sufficient for Downfall, offering a high-performance experience at any resolution and preset combination.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset this system can run at 4K resolution?

A: The benchmark data shows that the Ultra preset is playable at 3840x2160, with an average FPS of 74, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How much faster is the Low preset compared to Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves an average of 285 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 120 FPS. This represents a difference of 165 FPS between the two settings.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 significantly faster than its direct rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: No. The average benchmark score for the RTX 4080 is 54247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER has a score of 54209. This gives the RTX 4080 a negligible 0.1% advantage over the SUPER variant.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with the Medium preset, the minimum FPS recorded is 278, with an average of 327 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS.

Q: How does the Core i3-12100F's performance compare to the Intel Core 3 N355?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494, while the Intel Core 3 N355 has a score of 13492. The delta is 0%, indicating they have virtually identical performance.

Q: Does this combo rank high among all tested combinations for this game?

A: The combo rank is 303 out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top 8% of all configurations tested for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Downfall, this specific pairing of an Intel Core i3-12100F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 holds a rank of 303 out of 3716 total combos. This places it in the upper echelon of tested systems, specifically in the top 8.2% of all configurations. The high rank is primarily driven by the GPU's strong performance, as the RTX 4080's average benchmark score sits at the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU, while ranking lower at the 68th percentile, is sufficient to support the GPU effectively in this game. The data shows that while the CPU is not a top-tier performer, the overall combo's rank is elevated by the GPU's capabilities, making this a high-performing system for Downfall.