Downfall

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Downfall, but it struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K Ultra. The recorded data shows the combo ranks in the 75th percentile of tested configurations, indicating it sits above the median but is not a top-tier performer for this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 4K (3840x2160), the most demanding preset that keeps the average frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold is Medium, with an average of 69.7 FPS. High settings at this resolution drop to 57.4 FPS, which is just under the 60 FPS mark, and Ultra falls to 31.8 FPS, which is not smooth enough for comfortable play. Low settings at 4K run at 82.7 FPS, but Medium offers a better visual experience while still clearing the threshold comfortably.

At 1440p (2560x1440), the best playable preset is High, which hits an average of 91.1 FPS. This is a significant jump from the 4K High result, showing that the resolution drop frees up substantial GPU headroom. Medium runs at 105.2 FPS and Low at 131.6 FPS, but High is the most demanding option that stays well above 60 FPS. Ultra at this resolution averages 54.8 FPS, so it falls short of the playable threshold.

At 1080p (1920x1080), the data shows every preset clears 60 FPS, including Ultra at 79.5 FPS. This makes Ultra the recommended choice for maximum visual quality. High runs at 124 FPS, Medium at 148.2 FPS, and Low at 184.8 FPS. The headroom at 1080p is substantial, meaning users can enable the highest settings without worrying about frame rate dips below the playable mark.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this CPU and GPU pairing at rank 2799 out of 3716 tested combinations for Downfall. That puts it in the 75th percentile of all combos, meaning it outperforms roughly three quarters of the systems in the database for this specific game. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing that is capable for most resolutions but not at the extreme high end.

The ranking is driven by the fact that the combo handles 1080p and 1440p very well, but the 4K Ultra result of 31.8 FPS pulls down its overall standing. Many higher-ranked combos likely sustain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, which this system cannot do. Still, a 75th percentile rank indicates that this setup is far from entry-level, and it will comfortably handle the majority of gaming scenarios in this title.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Downfall at 4K?*

A: Yes, but only up to Medium settings. The Medium preset averages 69.7 FPS at 3840x2160, while High drops to 57.4 FPS and Ultra to 31.8 FPS, so Medium is the highest playable option at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest setting available at 1440p?

A: High settings average 91.1 FPS at 2560x1440, which is the most demanding preset that stays above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra at this resolution only reaches 54.8 FPS, so it is not recommended for smooth play.

Q: Is 1080p Ultra playable with this hardware?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 79.5 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets at 1080p clear 60 FPS, with Low reaching 184.8 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-11400F compare to its closest rivals?

A: The CPU scores 17177 in the database's average benchmark, which puts it 0.3% above the AMD EPYC 7H12, 0.6% above the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U, 0.4% below the Intel Core i5-12450H, and 0.6% below the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. These are all very close results, indicating similar overall CPU performance.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B580's average benchmark score is 23021. It sits 0.6% above the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, 0.2% below the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, and 1% below the NVIDIA P106-100. The differences are minimal, so the B580 performs in the same general tier as these cards.

Q: What is the best overall setting for a balance of quality and performance?

A: For 1080p, Ultra at 79.5 FPS is the clear choice. For 1440p, High at 91.1 FPS offers the best visual fidelity while maintaining a strong frame rate. For 4K, Medium at 69.7 FPS is the only way to stay above 60 FPS with acceptable quality.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU side, the nearest rivals in the database are all within a narrow performance band. The AMD EPYC 7H12 scores 17120, which is only 0.3% lower than the i5-11400F's 17177. The Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17239, putting it 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 17278, which is 0.6% higher, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U scores 17074, which is 0.6% lower. For gaming in Downfall, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates, as the differences are well within the margin of measurement noise.

On the GPU side, the Arc B580's average score of 23021 places it alongside several familiar cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, just 0.2% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, coming in 0.6% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, which is 0.7% higher, and the NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, which is 1% higher. Users coming from any of these GPUs would see very similar performance in Downfall, making the Arc B580 a direct substitute in terms of frame rates.

It is importantly the database measures average benchmark scores across many workloads, not just gaming. The fact that the Arc B580 matches the RTX 2080 and RTX 3080 in overall score suggests that its raw compute capabilities are competitive, even if specific game optimizations might vary. For Downfall specifically, the measured FPS data indicates that this GPU tier is sufficient for high-refresh 1080p and smooth 1440p play.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU in Downfall. At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, with Low hitting 184.8 FPS and Ultra at 79.5 FPS. The large gap between Low and Ultra at the same resolution shows that the GPU is the primary limiter when settings are increased. The CPU has enough headroom to push very high frame rates at low settings, but the GPU starts to bottleneck as visual complexity rises.

Moving to 1440p, the same pattern holds but the GPU pressure increases. Low settings average 131.6 FPS, Medium 105.2 FPS, High 91.1 FPS, and Ultra 54.8 FPS. The drop from 1080p Low to 1440p Low is about 53 FPS, which is a significant reduction caused by the additional pixel count. This confirms that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting as resolution increases.

At 4K, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. Low settings average 82.7 FPS, Medium 69.7 FPS, High 57.4 FPS, and Ultra 31.8 FPS. The Ultra result is less than half of the 1080p Ultra result, showing that the GPU is overwhelmed at this resolution with maximum settings. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the limiting factor here; the Arc B580 simply does not have enough raw throughput to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra in this title.

The data indicates that for 1080p and 1440p, the pairing is well balanced, with the GPU becoming the primary constraint at higher settings. At 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, and the CPU's performance is largely irrelevant to the frame rate outcome. Users who want better 4K performance would need a more powerful GPU, as the current card maxes out at Medium settings for a playable experience.

The Verdict

This PC can run Downfall successfully at all three tested resolutions, but the settings ceiling varies. At 1080p, every preset is playable, with Ultra averaging 79.5 FPS. At 1440p, High is the best choice at 91.1 FPS, while Ultra falls just short at 54.8 FPS. At 4K, Medium is the highest playable preset at 69.7 FPS, with High and Ultra dropping below the 60 FPS threshold.

The verdict by resolution is clear: 1920x1080 supports Ultra, 2560x1440 supports High, and 3840x2160 supports Medium. All of these options maintain an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS. The system is not capable of 4K Ultra, which is expected given the GPU's performance tier. For users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this combo delivers a fully playable experience with high visual quality. For 4K users, dialing settings down to Medium is required, and the result is still smooth enough for the game's horror atmosphere. The overall rank of 2799 out of 3716 combos reflects a capable mid-range system that will satisfy most players, provided they adjust settings according to their display resolution.