Downfall

Can Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 run Downfall? Benchmark data shows this combination delivers exceptional frame rates across all tested resolutions and presets, with the RTX 4080's raw throughput proving decisive in a horror title that demands high frame stability. The combo ranks 230th out of 3716 tested configurations, placing it in the top 6.2% of all systems, and every setting from Low to Ultra remains comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the Intel Core i5-13400F + RTX 4080 pairing produces frame rates that exceed the refresh rate of most monitors. Low settings average 400 FPS, Medium averages 327 FPS with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS, High averages 268 FPS, and Ultra still maintains a strong 168 FPS average. The gap between Low and Ultra represents a 232 FPS difference, indicating that the GPU has ample headroom even at the highest preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scaling remains linear and impressive. Low settings deliver 285 FPS average, Medium drops to 233 FPS with a range of 198 to 268 FPS, High produces 191 FPS, and Ultra holds at 120 FPS average. The resolution increase from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 30% of the frame rate across all presets, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario at these settings.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4080 begins to show its limits but still delivers exceptional results. Low settings average 178 FPS, Medium averages 145 FPS with a minimum of 123 FPS and maximum of 167 FPS, High drops to 119 FPS, and Ultra maintains 74 FPS average. The 4K Ultra result is particularly notable — it stays 14 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a smooth experience even in the most demanding configuration tested.

The measured data shows consistent frame pacing at Medium settings across all resolutions, with the 1920x1080 Medium run posting a 278 FPS minimum, 2560x1440 Medium recording 198 FPS minimum, and 3840x2160 Medium holding at 123 FPS minimum. These minimums suggest the CPU maintains adequate frame delivery even when the GPU is saturated, with no obvious stuttering or hitches in the recorded data.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, delivering 168 FPS average. This leaves enormous headroom, meaning users with high-refresh displays could even consider capping frame rates to save power or reduce heat output.

For 2560x1440, Ultra again qualifies as the best playable setting, with an average of 120 FPS. This is exactly double the playability threshold, giving users room to enable additional post-processing or ray tracing effects if the game supports them.

At 3840x2160, Ultra remains playable at 74 FPS average, but the margin shrinks considerably. High settings at 119 FPS offer a more comfortable buffer, while Medium at 145 FPS provides near-perfect smoothness. For 4K users prioritizing absolute frame stability, Medium or High would be safer choices, but the data confirms Ultra is technically viable.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The GPU benchmarks place the RTX 4080 in close competition with several other graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 54247 is within 0.1% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER (54209), making these two effectively interchangeable in real-world gaming. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB reaches 55698 (2.6% higher) and the AMD Radeon 8060S posts 55757 (2.7% higher). In Downfall specifically, any of these GPUs would likely produce frame rates within a few percent of each other.

On the CPU side, the Intel Core i5-13400F's average benchmark score of 25292 sits nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS at 25284 (0% delta). The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D matches at 25365 with a 0.3% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails slightly at 25201, 0.4% lower. For Downfall, these processors would all deliver equivalent frame pacing, as the game appears more GPU-bound at higher resolutions and presets.

The CPU's 3DMark results show a multi-threaded score of 7314 and a single-thread score of 960, while the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 34457 and DirectX 12 score of 132 indicate the graphics card dominates system performance in this pairing.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Downfall at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 74 FPS, which is 14 FPS above the 60 FPS playability threshold. This makes Ultra the recommended setting for 4K, though High at 119 FPS or Medium at 145 FPS provide larger safety margins.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p with this hardware?

A: At 2560x1440, Low averages 285 FPS, Medium averages 233 FPS with a minimum of 198 FPS, High averages 191 FPS, and Ultra averages 120 FPS. All presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold by at least double.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its nearest rival in this game?

A: The RTX 4080's average benchmark score of 54247 is effectively tied with the RTX 4080 SUPER at 54209 (0.1% delta). The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 2.6% higher at 55698, which would translate to roughly 2-3 FPS difference at most settings.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this GPU in Downfall?

A: The data suggests not. The i5-13400F's single-thread score of 960 in 3DMark and multi-thread score of 7314 provide sufficient throughput, as evidenced by the high minimum FPS values at Medium settings (278 FPS at 1080p, 198 FPS at 1440p, 123 FPS at 4K).

Q: What is the best setting for maximum visual quality while maintaining smooth gameplay?

A: Ultra is playable at all three resolutions tested. At 1920x1080 it averages 168 FPS, at 2560x1440 it averages 120 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it averages 74 FPS. For 4K users who prioritize consistent frame times, High at 119 FPS offers a better compromise.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested systems?

A: The combination ranks 230th out of 3716 tested configurations, placing it in the top 6.2% of all systems benchmarked for Downfall. This indicates excellent overall performance relative to the broader hardware landscape.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals how each component contributes to Downfall's frame rates. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role, as evidenced by the 400 FPS Low average — a figure that requires strong single-thread throughput to feed the GPU. The i5-13400F's 3DMark single-thread score of 960 and 2-thread score of 1880 provide the necessary headroom for these high frame rates.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU becomes the primary determinant. The RTX 4080's 716.8 GB/s memory bandwidth and 48.74 TFLOPS FP32 compute handle the increased pixel workload, while the CPU's role diminishes. The 285 FPS Low result at 1440p still demands solid CPU performance, but the 120 FPS Ultra figure shows the GPU scaling more predictably with resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU workload dominates entirely. The RTX 4080's 112 ROPs and 280.6 GPixel/s pixel rate drive the 178 FPS Low result, but Ultra drops to 74 FPS as the 76 RT cores and 304 TMUs reach their limits. The CPU's contribution becomes negligible — even the 10-core, 16-thread i5-13400F with its 20 MB L3 cache is rarely the limiting factor at this resolution.

The delta between Low and Ultra presets grows with resolution: 232 FPS at 1080p, 165 FPS at 1440p, and 104 FPS at 4K. This pattern confirms that the GPU's rendering overhead scales more steeply with settings at higher resolutions, while the CPU's frame generation capability remains relatively constant. Users seeking maximum frame rates should prioritize GPU upgrades for 4K, while 1080p players might benefit more from CPU improvements.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination achieves a rank of 230 out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the top 6.2% of all systems benchmarked. This percentile position reflects the GPU's 86th percentile standing among all GPUs and the CPU's 77th percentile among all processors.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 54247 places it just behind the RTX 4080 SUPER (54209, 0.1% delta), while the CPU's 25292 average score is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284). This balance means the combo performs like many high-end systems built around similar-tier components.

At the 4K Ultra setting, the 74 FPS average is a strong result for a horror title, where frame drops during jump scares can be jarring. The 2560x1440 Ultra result of 120 FPS matches the refresh rate of many high-end monitors, making this a versatile pairing for both competitive and cinematic play. The 1920x1080 Ultra figure of 168 FPS exceeds the capabilities of most displays, ensuring the GPU is the primary limiter rather than the CPU.

Given that the RTX 4080 is marked as end-of-life production with a successor in the GeForce 50 series, this combo represents a mature platform. The i5-13400F remains active in production, offering a stable foundation for this GPU configuration. For Downfall specifically, the data indicates this pairing is overqualified for 1080p and 1440p, but appropriately matched for 4K Ultra where the 74 FPS result sits in the sweet spot between visual fidelity and smoothness.