Downfall

The Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 combination delivers a highly capable 1080p gaming experience in Downfall, and remains surprisingly strong at 1440p. Benchmark data shows this pairing handles the horror title with ease at most settings, though 4K Ultra proves to be a step too far for the GPU. The data indicates a clear hierarchy: the CPU provides ample headroom while the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions and quality presets.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this PC in Downfall?*

A: According to the benchmark data, the best playable experience is at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, achieving an average of 73.6 FPS. For 2560x1440, the best settings are High, which yields 83.8 FPS average. At 3840x2160, the best playable option is Medium, with an average of 66.9 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but only at lower presets. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160, the Low preset runs at 75.6 FPS and Medium at 66.9 FPS, both above the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, High settings drop to 53.5 FPS and Ultra falls to 32.1 FPS, which are not considered playable.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 18683, which places it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643, scores 18697, making the i5-12400 just 0.1% slower. The Intel Core i3-14100F is the closest competitor from the same brand, scoring 18519, which is 0.9% behind.

Q: Is the GPU more powerful than other cards in its performance tier?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6600 has an average benchmark score of 19036, placing it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. It performs nearly identically to the NVIDIA Quadro K6000, which scores 19030 with a 0% delta. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile is 0.1% ahead, while the NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation is 0.4% behind.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS recorded in the data is 175.9 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This demonstrates the significant headroom available at lower graphical loads, where the frame rate is more than double the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at all times at 1440p?

A: The available data shows average FPS figures only, not minimum or maximum frame times. At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 122.4 FPS, Medium averages 99.5 FPS, and High averages 83.8 FPS. Ultra averages 52.4 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i5-12400 and the AMD Radeon RX 6600 shifts dramatically depending on the resolution and preset selected. At 1920x1080, the data shows a pattern where the CPU has significant headroom. The jump from Low to Ultra settings reduces average FPS from 175.9 to 73.6, a drop of roughly 58%. This indicates that while the GPU is doing more work at higher presets, the CPU is not the limiting factor, as even the most demanding preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to assert its dominance as the primary constraint. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a decline from 122.4 FPS to 52.4 FPS. The Ultra preset now falls below the playable threshold, highlighting that the RX 6600's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated by the increased pixel count. The CPU's role diminishes here; with an average benchmark score in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, it provides consistent frame delivery without becoming a bottleneck.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations are fully exposed. The data reveals a stark contrast: Low settings produce 75.6 FPS, but Ultra crashes to 32.1 FPS. This represents a 57.5% performance loss from Low to Ultra, compared to a 58.2% loss at 1080p. The pattern confirms that the RX 6600, with its 1792 shading units and 64 ROPs, is the decisive factor at 4K. The CPU, meanwhile, remains a stable foundation; its 6 cores and 12 threads with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz are more than sufficient for the horror title's demands, even at lower resolutions where frame rates exceed 170 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 combination delivers its strongest performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 175.9 FPS, establishing a massive cushion above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings produce 146 FPS, while High settings yield 116.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still maintains a solid 73.6 FPS average. This resolution shows the system operating with substantial overhead; even the heaviest load does not approach the limits of the hardware.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but the scaling becomes more pronounced. Low settings average 122.4 FPS, which is a 30.4% reduction from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings deliver 99.5 FPS, and High settings follow at 83.8 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 52.4 FPS, falling below the playable threshold for the first time. This represents a 28.8% performance gap between High and Ultra, indicating that the GPU's compute resources are being stretched at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. Low settings still manage an average of 75.6 FPS, keeping the system just above the playable mark. Medium settings produce 66.9 FPS, also playable. However, High settings drop to 53.5 FPS, and Ultra plummets to 32.1 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is a substantial 57.5%, demonstrating that the RX 6600's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are insufficient for the highest quality settings at this resolution. The CPU, by comparison, shows no signs of strain, as the frame rates are entirely dictated by GPU performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 ranks 2888 out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is expected given the mid-range positioning of both components. The CPU sits in the 72nd percentile of all processors, while the GPU is in the 63rd percentile of all graphics cards. The ranking suggests that while this pairing is not a top-tier performer, it is also far from the bottom of the list.

The rank of 2888 out of 3716 indicates that roughly 78% of tested combinations outperform it. This is consistent with the hardware's specifications: the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate but not exceptional, and the GPU's 8 GB of memory is a limiting factor at higher resolutions. The data implies that in a database populated with more powerful components, this combo sits in a competitive but not dominant position. The measured FPS data supports this, as the system excels at 1080p but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the Intel Core i5-12400, the nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks provide insight into what other CPUs would behave similarly in this system. The AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18697, which is a 0.1% difference from the i5-12400's 18683, making it effectively identical in performance. The Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730, 0.3% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811, 0.7% higher. The Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18519, which is 0.9% lower. All four alternatives would provide nearly identical frame rates in Downfall, as the CPU is not the bottleneck in most scenarios tested.

For the AMD Radeon RX 6600, the nearest rivals show similar GPU-level performance. The NVIDIA Quadro K6000 scores 19030, a 0% delta from the RX 6600's 19036, meaning they are statistically indistinguishable. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile scores 19049, 0.1% faster, while the NVIDIA Tesla K20m scores 19089, 0.3% faster. The NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation scores 18954, 0.4% slower. Users with any of these GPUs paired with a similar CPU would expect comparable FPS figures in Downfall, particularly at 1440p and 4K where the GPU dominates performance.

The Verdict

The data confirms that the Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6600 can run Downfall effectively, but the experience varies significantly by resolution. At 1920x1080, the verdict is unambiguous: all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold. The best experience is at Ultra settings, which delivers an average of 73.6 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above the playable threshold while maximizing visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the system remains highly capable. The playable settings include High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best option at 83.8 FPS. This resolution offers a strong balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset, at 52.4 FPS, falls short of the 60 FPS requirement and should be avoided if smooth gameplay is a priority.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The system can run the game, but only at Low (75.6 FPS) and Medium (66.9 FPS) settings. The best playable setting is Medium, which achieves 66.9 FPS. High and Ultra presets are not playable, with frame rates of 53.5 FPS and 32.1 FPS respectively. For 4K gaming, users must compromise on graphical quality to maintain playability. Overall, this combo is a solid choice for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Downfall, with 4K requiring significant settings reductions.