Downfall

This combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 is a high-performing pairing for Downfall, ranking in the 69th percentile of all tested combos. The data shows that this system delivers a very strong experience at 1080p and 1440p, with the ability to max out settings at both resolutions while maintaining well over 60 FPS. At 4K, the system remains capable, but users will need to dial settings back from the absolute maximum to maintain smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination ranks 1152nd out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall. This places the system in the top third of all configurations, indicating that it is a robust performer for this horror title. The rank reflects a balance of CPU and GPU power that is well-suited to the game's demands.

When looking at the individual components, the GPU clearly anchors this combo's performance. The Radeon RX 9070 scores in the 69th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23877. This is a strong result, but the CPU also holds its own, sitting in the 73rd percentile against all CPUs with an average score of 19039. The fact that both components are above the 50th percentile suggests a well-matched pairing, but the GPU's capabilities are the primary driver of the high combo ranking.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in workload between the CPU and GPU as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the system is heavily CPU-bound. This is evident in the FPS scaling: moving from Low to Ultra settings only drops the average from 293.4 FPS to 126.7 FPS, a reduction of roughly 57%. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1680, allows it to feed frames quickly at this lower resolution, making it the limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the balance begins to tip toward the GPU. The FPS range across presets narrows compared to 1080p, with Low at 210.1 FPS and Ultra at 86.5 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is starting to take on more of the rendering load, but the CPU still provides enough headroom to avoid becoming a severe bottleneck. The performance drop from 1080p Low to 1440p Low is 39.7%, showing significant scaling with resolution.

By 3840x2160, the GPU is the dominant constraint. The difference between Low and Ultra presets is more pronounced here, from 131.2 FPS down to 53.9 FPS. The CPU's role diminishes as the GPU struggles to fill the massive pixel count. This is typical for a title like Downfall, where the horror atmosphere relies on detailed textures and lighting effects that tax the GPU heavily at high resolutions. The CPU's multi-threaded score of 12380 in Cinebench R23 is more than sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is incredibly fast. Low settings produce an average of 293.4 FPS, Medium hits 238.6 FPS, High reaches 199.5 FPS, and even Ultra maintains a very high 126.7 FPS. This resolution offers an exceptionally smooth experience at any preset, with the headroom to drive high-refresh-rate monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains excellent. Low settings average 210.1 FPS, Medium delivers 171.4 FPS, High provides 139.2 FPS, and Ultra still stays well above the playable threshold at 86.5 FPS. The scaling here shows a healthy progression, with each preset level reducing the frame rate by a significant but manageable margin.

At 3840x2160, the FPS figures are lower but still respectable. Low settings average 131.2 FPS, Medium hits 107.6 FPS, and High is playable at 85.3 FPS. However, Ultra settings drop to 53.9 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This indicates that the GPU is reaching its limits at 4K with the most demanding settings, but the system remains highly usable at slightly reduced visual quality.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Downfall, and it does so with authority at most settings. Benchmark results indicate that the system clears the 60 FPS playable threshold in nearly every configuration tested. At 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with even the most demanding Ultra preset achieving 126.7 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. All presets are playable, including Ultra at 86.5 FPS. This makes the system an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming. At 3840x2160, the system maintains playability at Low, Medium, and High settings, with the latter hitting 85.3 FPS. The only configuration that fails to reach 60 FPS is Ultra at 4K, which averages 53.9 FPS. This is a minor concession, as High settings at 4K still offer a visually rich experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering alternatives, the benchmark data for the individual components provides several options that would yield similar in-game performance. On the CPU side, the Intel Core i5-12400F's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, with an average score of 19047 and a deltaPct of 0 from the Intel chip's average of 19039. This means the Ryzen chip performs essentially identically.

Other close matches include the Intel Core 3 201E at 19056 (deltaPct of -0.1), the Intel Core i5-1335U at 18982 (deltaPct of 0.3), and the AMD EPYC 7773X at 18979 (deltaPct of 0.3). These CPUs would all provide nearly identical frame pacing and minimum FPS in Downfall, though the EPYC is a server part and less relevant for a gaming desktop.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 has several rivals that would behave similarly. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z scores 23736 with a deltaPct of 0.6 from the RX 9070's average of 23877. The AMD Radeon RX 6800S is also close at 24063 (deltaPct of -0.8). Other options include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile at 23628 (deltaPct of 1.1) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER at 24170 (deltaPct of -1.2).

These GPU alternatives would deliver frame rates within a few percent of the RX 9070 at each resolution and preset. Users could expect the same pattern: playable 4K at High, and fully playable 1440p and 1080p at all settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

For the optimal balance of visual quality and performance, the data points to specific presets at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra, which delivers 126.7 FPS. This is the most demanding preset and still provides a frame rate that is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, leaving ample headroom for any scene complexity.

At 2560x1440, the best setting is also Ultra, achieving 86.5 FPS. This is comfortably above the playable threshold and offers the full visual experience at a common high-resolution gaming standard. The system's performance here is strong enough to justify maxing out the game's graphical options.

At 3840x2160, the best setting is High, which produces 85.3 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at 4K. While Ultra is technically selectable, its 53.9 FPS average falls short of the playable threshold. Therefore, High settings are recommended for 4K to ensure smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.