Downfall

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a robust gaming experience in Downfall, a horror title that is clearly more demanding on the GPU than the CPU at higher resolutions. Measured data indicates that this combination is capable of exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold at every tested resolution, though the margin of performance varies significantly based on graphical presets. The i5-13400F sits in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 4060 ranks in the 61st percentile among GPUs, suggesting a balanced pairing where the processor has ample headroom to feed the graphics card.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the benchmark results show this system is exceptionally powerful for Downfall. The Low preset produces an average of 226 FPS, which is more than triple the 60 FPS target. Moving up to Medium, the average drops to 185 FPS, with a minimum of 157 FPS and a maximum of 213 FPS, indicating consistent frame times even during intense scenes. The High preset still delivers an excellent 152 FPS average. For the most demanding visual experience at this resolution, the Ultra preset averages 95 FPS, which remains well above the playability threshold and provides a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains very strong. The Low preset sees an average of 162 FPS, showing that the GPU is not yet the primary bottleneck. Medium settings yield 132 FPS on average, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 152 FPS, demonstrating solid frame pacing. The High preset still achieves a very playable 108 FPS average. Notably, the Ultra preset at 1440p produces an average of 68 FPS, which exactly matches the 60 FPS target, making it the highest quality setting that remains comfortably playable at this resolution.

At 4K (3840x2160), the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus begin to show limitations. The Low preset averages 101 FPS, which is still excellent for 4K. Medium settings maintain a good 82 FPS average, with minimums of 70 FPS and maximums of 95 FPS, ensuring no significant stutters. The High preset averages 68 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. The Ultra preset, however, falls below the playable threshold with an average of just 42 FPS, indicating that this configuration cannot handle the highest settings at 4K resolution without dropping below 60 FPS.

The performance scaling across resolutions is consistent. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by roughly 30-40% depending on the preset. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is even more pronounced, particularly at Ultra settings where the frame rate falls by nearly 40%. This data suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources are the limiting factors at higher resolutions, rather than the CPU.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-13400F's average benchmark score of 25292 places it in close proximity to several alternatives. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, representing a 0% deltaPct, meaning these two processors are effectively identical in performance. Similarly, the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D both score 25362 and 25365 respectively, with a deltaPct of -0.3%, indicating they are marginally slower. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201, with a deltaPct of 0.4%, making it slightly faster. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Downfall when paired with the same GPU.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 17666 with a deltaPct of -0.2%, implying the RTX 4060 is marginally slower. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 with a deltaPct of 0.3%, making it slightly faster. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and AMD Radeon Pro 460 score 17551 and 17509 respectively, with deltaPcts of 0.5% and 0.7%, meaning they are progressively a bit faster. While these GPUs have similar average scores, it is crucial to note that the RTX 4060 supports modern features like DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4, which may not be fully utilized by the older Radeon parts in this benchmark. Users looking for comparable performance should expect similar FPS in Downfall from these alternatives, though driver optimizations for this specific horror title could shift results.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, it can run at 4K, but only up to High settings. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 High is 68 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. At Ultra settings, the average drops to 42 FPS, which is not playable.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p for this configuration?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is fully playable with an average of 68 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that maintains at least 60 FPS. High settings provide a higher average of 108 FPS, but Ultra is the best looking preset that still clears the threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in multi-threaded tasks?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, scores 25284, which is a 0% difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is slightly faster with a 0.4% deltaPct, while the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are 0.3% slower.

Q: Is the RTX 4060's performance comparable to any integrated graphics solution?

A: The benchmark data shows the RTX 4060 scores 17639 on average. The AMD Radeon 780M integrated GPU scores 17588, which is a 0.3% deltaPct. This indicates the discrete RTX 4060 is only marginally slower than this high-end integrated solution in synthetic benchmarks, but in real gaming, the RTX 4060's dedicated memory and drivers often provide a more consistent experience.

*Q: What are the minimum FPS numbers for this system in Downfall?*

A: Measured minimum FPS data is only available for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 157 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 112 FPS. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 70 FPS. No minimum FPS data was recorded for Low, High, or Ultra presets.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at any resolution?

A: The data suggests not. The i5-13400F ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 4060 is in the 61st percentile. The CPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its peers. At 1080p, the GPU is the limiting factor, as the frame rates scale significantly with resolution, confirming that the RTX 4060 is the primary performance driver.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination is unequivocally capable of running Downfall at all three tested resolutions, provided the correct settings are chosen. At 1920x1080, all presets from Low to Ultra are playable, with the Ultra preset averaging 95 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS target. At 2560x1440, the system also handles all presets, with Ultra averaging 68 FPS, just clearing the playable threshold. At 4K, the story changes slightly; the Low, Medium, and High presets all average above 60 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls short at 42 FPS, making it unplayable. The system's overall rank of 2009 out of 3716 combos indicates that it is in the top 54% of tested configurations for this game, which is a solid mid-to-upper tier result. For users with a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this build offers a fully playable experience at maximum settings. For 4K users, it is necessary to stick to High settings or lower to maintain smooth gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 226 FPS and Ultra at 95 FPS. This wide gap between presets indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor; the CPU is easily able to feed the graphics card with enough data to maintain these high frame rates. The i5-13400F's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its Geekbench single-core score of 1996 and Passmark single-thread score of 3634, ensures it is not a limiting factor at lower resolutions.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload grows, but the CPU still has ample headroom. The frame rate drops from 226 FPS to 162 FPS at Low settings, which is a 28% reduction, directly attributable to the increased pixel count. The Ultra preset drops from 95 FPS to 68 FPS, a similar 28% reduction. This consistent scaling shows that the CPU is maintaining its role, and the GPU is scaling its workload accordingly.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the undisputed bottleneck. The Ultra preset falls to 42 FPS, a 38% drop from the 1440p result, while the Low preset only drops to 101 FPS, a 38% drop from 162 FPS. The CPU's role is diminished, as it is unlikely to be the limiting factor at such high resolutions. The data shows that the i5-13400F is consistently capable, while the RTX 4060's performance is dictated by the resolution and preset chosen. In this game, the GPU is the primary component determining playability, especially at 4K.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 95 FPS. This provides the highest visual fidelity while still offering a substantial buffer above the playable threshold, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, averaging 68 FPS. This narrowly clears the 60 FPS target, so users should be aware that demanding scenes may occasionally dip below that mark, but the average remains playable. For a more consistent experience, the High preset at 108 FPS is a safer alternative.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding setting that remains playable, averaging 68 FPS. The Ultra preset is not viable, as it drops to 42 FPS. Users at 4K should select High settings to enjoy the game without sacrificing smoothness, as the 68 FPS average provides a comfortable margin over the 60 FPS threshold.