Downfall

This analysis evaluates the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination specifically for the horror game Downfall. The data is derived from measured benchmarks, providing a clear picture of expected performance across common resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D achieves a combo rank of 30 out of 3,716 tested combinations in Downfall. This places the system in the top 1% of all tested configurations, indicating that this pairing is exceptionally well-suited for the game. The ranking reflects the combined capability of both components to handle the game's demands, and the high position suggests that users will encounter very few performance limitations.

The CPU itself holds a percentile rank of 79 among all processors, meaning it outperforms 79% of the CPUs in the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score of 27,799 is nearly identical to that of its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K, which scores 27,872, a difference of only -0.3%. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 27,896, also -0.3% relative to the i5-12600KF. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27,712, which is 0.3% lower. This indicates the CPU's performance is highly competitive with these alternatives.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5090 D is in the 92nd percentile of all graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 77,712 is notably higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, which scores 76,904, a 1.1% difference. The RTX 5090 D also surpasses the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940) by 1.6%, and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (79,396) by 2.1%. The data shows that while the CPU is strong, the GPU is the dominant performer in this pairing, contributing the most to the impressive combo ranking.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU across different resolutions. At 1080p, the system is often less GPU-bound, allowing the CPU to play a more significant role. However, the performance figures are so high that even at this resolution, the GPU is not being stressed to its limit. The average FPS at 1080p High settings is 324, which is an extremely high number that suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU without becoming a bottleneck.

As resolution increases to 1440p and then to 4K, the workload shifts more heavily onto the GPU. This is evidenced by the scaling of average FPS. At 1440p High, the average FPS is 231, a drop from the 1080p figure. At 4K High, the average is 144 FPS. This scaling pattern is typical for a powerful GPU; the frame rate decreases as the pixel count increases because the GPU has to do more work per frame. The CPU's role remains consistent, but its impact on the final frame rate diminishes as the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

The scaling between settings at each resolution further clarifies the GPU's dominance. At 4K, moving from Low (214 FPS) to Medium (175 FPS) to High (144 FPS) to Ultra (90 FPS) shows a clear and consistent performance cost for each step up in visual quality. This is a direct result of the GPU's workload increasing with more demanding settings. The CPU's performance, by contrast, is largely unaffected by these specific graphical settings, confirming that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rate changes when adjusting quality presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates across all settings. The Low preset averages 438 FPS, while Medium averages 395 FPS with a minimum of 335 and a maximum of 454. The High preset averages 324 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 202 FPS. These numbers indicate that even the most demanding preset at 1080p is far beyond the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains outstanding. The Low preset yields an average of 345 FPS. The Medium preset averages 282 FPS, with a minimum of 240 and a maximum of 324. The High preset averages 231 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 144 FPS. The frame rates are lower than at 1080p but still extremely high, showing that the combination handles 1440p with ease.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the performance is still very strong. The Low preset averages 214 FPS. The Medium preset averages 175 FPS, with a minimum of 149 and a maximum of 202. The High preset averages 144 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 90 FPS. The minimum FPS recorded at 4K Medium (149) is still more than double the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that even in demanding scenes, the system maintains high performance. The data shows a consistent and predictable drop in FPS as resolution and settings increase, with the system comfortably handling all configurations tested.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are unambiguous: this PC can run Downfall exceptionally well. The verdict by resolution confirms that every tested resolution and settings combination achieves an average frame rate well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which averages 202 FPS. At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 144 FPS. Even at 3840x2160, the system can run the game at Ultra settings, achieving an average of 90 FPS.

For users with a 4K display, the system is more than capable of delivering a smooth and immersive experience. The 90 FPS average at 4K Ultra leaves significant headroom, ensuring that the game will remain fluid even during intense moments. The minimum recorded FPS at 4K Medium is 149, which is a strong indicator of stability. The data shows that the RTX 5090 D and i5-12600KF combination is not just playable, but it is a high-performance setup that can max out the game at all standard resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Downfall at 60 FPS on 4K Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 90, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 438, achieved with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-10900K?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27,799, which is only 0.3% lower than the Intel Core i9-10900K's score of 27,872, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 240.

Q: Is the GPU's benchmark score significantly higher than its nearest rival?

A: The RTX 5090 D's average score of 77,712 is 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT's score of 76,904, and 1.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT's score of 78,940.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p High and 4K High settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 High is 324, while at 3840x2160 High it is 144. This represents a significant drop due to the increase in resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data indicates that the most demanding preset that maintains an average FPS at or above 60 is the Ultra preset for all three tested resolutions. The performance headroom is substantial, so users can prioritize visual fidelity without concern for frame rate.

• 3840x2160: Ultra settings achieve an average of 90 FPS.
• 2560x1440: Ultra settings achieve an average of 144 FPS.
• 1920x1080: Ultra settings achieve an average of 202 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals of the CPU and GPU, several combinations would behave similarly. The CPU's closest competitors are the Intel Core i9-10900K, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE. Each of these processors has an average benchmark score within 0.3% of the i5-12600KF. Swapping the i5-12600KF for any of these would result in nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Downfall.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe (both 12 GB and 16 GB variants). The RTX 5090 D's average score is between 1.1% and 2.4% higher than these alternatives. A system using any of these GPUs would show slightly lower, but still comparable, frame rates. For instance, a pairing of the i5-12600KF with an AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT would likely produce frame rates a few percent lower than the RTX 5090 D, given the 1.6% difference in their average benchmark scores. Similarly, using a Ryzen 7 5800X3D with the RTX 5090 D would yield performance within a fraction of a percent of the tested configuration.