Downfall

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a formidable combination for running Downfall, a 2016 horror title. Benchmark data for this specific pairing places it at rank 272 out of 3716 tested combos, putting it in the top 7.3% of all configurations. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and presets are exceptionally high, indicating that this hardware is far more powerful than the game demands, with all tested settings at all resolutions clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold by a wide margin.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 272 out of 3716 tested combinations places it in the 92.7th percentile of all tested systems. This is a strong position, driven primarily by the GPU's exceptional performance. The RTX 4080 achieves an average benchmark score of 54247, placing it in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The CPU, an Intel Core i5-12400F, contributes a solid foundation with an average benchmark score of 19039 and a 73rd percentile ranking among all CPUs. The data shows that the system's overall standing is elevated by the graphics card, which is the dominant performance component. While the CPU is not at the very top of the charts, its six cores and twelve threads are more than sufficient to feed the RTX 4080, avoiding any significant bottleneck in this title. The combination is therefore a high-tier performer, and the benchmark results confirm it is capable of delivering maximum frame rates in Downfall.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 74 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Downfall?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 390 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F a bottleneck for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The data does not indicate a bottleneck. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, suggesting the CPU handles the game's demands without limiting the GPU's output. For instance, at 1440p High settings, the average FPS is 191, and at 4K High, it drops to 119, which is a typical GPU-bound scaling pattern.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, while the RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54209, a difference of 0.1%. In practical terms, their performance is nearly identical.

Q: What is the least demanding preset that still delivers over 60 FPS at 4K?

A: All presets at 4K deliver over 60 FPS. The Low preset produces an average of 178 FPS, while the most demanding Ultra preset still yields 74 FPS.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum frame rates recorded at Medium settings?

A: The data includes min/max figures for Medium settings. At 4K, the range is 123 to 167 FPS. At 1440p, it is 198 to 268 FPS, and at 1080p, it is 278 to 376 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data shows that this hardware can run the game at the highest visual quality preset at every resolution while maintaining frame rates far above the 60 FPS target. The most demanding preset tested—Ultra—is the recommended setting for a maximum visual experience.

• 3840x2160: Ultra preset is playable, with an average of 74 FPS.
• 2560x1440: Ultra preset is playable, with an average of 120 FPS.
• 1920x1080: Ultra preset is playable, with an average of 168 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19039. Its nearest rivals in performance are the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (avg score 19047, 0% delta) and the Intel Core 3 201E (avg score 19056, -0.1% delta). These processors would deliver a nearly identical level of CPU performance in Downfall. The Intel Core i5-1335U (avg score 18982, 0.3% delta) and AMD EPYC 7773X (avg score 18979, 0.3% delta) are also within a negligible performance margin. Choosing any of these CPUs would result in a practically indistinguishable experience in this game, as the workload is unlikely to stress any of them to their limits.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a delta of just 0.1%. This means the RTX 4080 SUPER would perform almost exactly the same. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (avg score 54828, delta -1.1%) is slightly faster, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (avg score 55698, delta -2.6%) and AMD Radeon 8060S (avg score 55757, delta -2.7%) are a few percentage points ahead in raw compute benchmarks. These alternatives would provide a similar level of graphical performance, ensuring high frame rates in Downfall.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data presents the exact average frame rates recorded for this CPU/GPU combination at each resolution and preset. For Medium settings, minimum and maximum frame rates are also provided.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: Average 178 FPS.
• Medium: Average 145 FPS, with a minimum of 123 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS.
• High: Average 119 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 74 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: Average 285 FPS.
• Medium: Average 233 FPS, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS.
• High: Average 191 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 120 FPS.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: Average 390 FPS.
• Medium: Average 327 FPS, with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS.
• High: Average 268 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 168 FPS.

The data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling. As resolution decreases, frame rates increase substantially, indicating the GPU is the primary limiting factor. For example, moving from 4K Ultra (74 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (120 FPS) yields a 62% performance increase, while moving to 1080p Ultra (168 FPS) yields a 127% increase over the 4K result.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are unambiguous: this PC can run Downfall exceptionally well. The verdictByResolution data confirms that every single tested preset at every resolution is playable, with all average frame rates exceeding the 60 FPS threshold.

• At 3840x2160, all presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable. The best settings, which are the Ultra preset, yield an average of 74 FPS.
• At 2560x1440, all presets are playable. The Ultra preset delivers an average of 120 FPS.
• At 1920x1080, all presets are playable. The Ultra preset achieves an average of 168 FPS.

The system is not just playable; it is overkill for this title. Even the most demanding scenario—4K Ultra—maintains an average of 74 FPS. For gamers seeking maximum visual fidelity, the Ultra preset is a safe choice at any resolution. For those with high-refresh-rate monitors, the 1440p and 1080p results show the hardware is capable of supporting very high frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this pairing for Downfall. This is evident from the scaling of frame rates across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system produces 390 FPS, but at 4K Low, the average drops to 178 FPS. This 55% reduction in performance when moving to a 4x higher pixel count is classic GPU-bound behavior. The GPU's rendering workload increases with resolution, directly impacting the frame rate.

The CPU's role is less prominent but still essential. The Intel Core i5-12400F must handle game logic and draw calls. The fact that frame rates increase dramatically at lower resolutions—where the GPU has less work—suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data. If the CPU were a bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in frame rates at lower resolutions, but instead, the 1080p results are significantly higher than the 1440p results, which are in turn higher than 4K. This continuous scaling points to the GPU as the limiting factor across all tested settings.

The difference between presets at the same resolution further reinforces this. At 1440p, the gap between Low (285 FPS) and Ultra (120 FPS) is substantial, demonstrating how GPU-intensive effects like shadows, textures, and post-processing impact performance. The CPU handles the increased draw calls from higher detail settings, but the frame rate drop is primarily attributable to the GPU's rendering load. Therefore, users should look to the RTX 4080 for performance scaling, while the i5-12400F provides a stable and sufficient platform for this game.