Downfall

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a commanding performance in Downfall, clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested. The data confirms this combo is not merely capable but overwhelmingly so, with the weakest result being 69.7 FPS at 4K Ultra, which still provides a comfortable margin over the 60 FPS target. This system is a high-refresh-rate powerhouse at 1440p and 1080p, where average frame rates routinely exceed 110 FPS even at the most demanding settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptional frame rates that will satisfy even the most demanding esports or high-refresh-rate display owners. The Low preset yields an average of 379.4 FPS, a figure that highlights the immense headroom available. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 313.5 FPS, while the High preset maintains an average of 256.4 FPS. At the Ultra preset, which represents the maximum visual fidelity, the average FPS remains remarkably high at 161.9. In all cases, the minimum and maximum frame times were not recorded, but the average scores alone indicate a fluid experience far beyond the 60 FPS threshold.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance scaling shows the GPU and CPU still have substantial reserves. The Low preset delivers an average of 273.4 FPS, and the Medium preset follows closely with 221.5 FPS. The High preset averages 185.4 FPS, which is a significant increase over the 4K result. At Ultra settings, the average FPS is 111.7, which is nearly double the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data shows that 1440p users can select any preset without concern, as even the most graphically intensive options provide a high level of performance.

At 3840x2160, the system demonstrates its ability to handle 4K gaming with authority. The Low preset achieves an average of 170.5 FPS, and the Medium preset reaches 138.4 FPS. High settings produce an average of 113.7 FPS, which is a strong result for 4K. The Ultra preset, which places the heaviest load on the GPU, still manages an average of 69.7 FPS, clearing the 60 FPS mark by a solid margin. This makes 4K Ultra a viable option for a smooth experience, a conclusion supported by the verdict data which lists all four settings as playable at this resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a classic resolution-dependent shift in workload between the processor and graphics card. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high, ranging from 161.9 FPS at Ultra to 379.4 FPS at Low. This suggests the GPU is not fully saturated, and the Intel Core i5-13400F is playing a more significant role in sustaining these frame rates. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a reduction of 217.5 FPS, a 57% drop, which indicates that while the GPU is still the primary variable, the CPU is providing sufficient throughput to avoid becoming a bottleneck at these high speeds.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload becomes more prominent. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets is 161.7 FPS (273.4 down to 111.7), a larger absolute gap than at 1080p. This points to the GPU being the primary performance driver, as the increased pixel count places more demand on the rendering hardware. The CPU continues to feed the GPU adequately, but its influence on the final frame rate diminishes relative to the GPU's rendering capabilities.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's dominance is absolute. The scaling from Low (170.5 FPS) to Ultra (69.7 FPS) shows a difference of 100.8 FPS. The performance drop from 1440p to 4K at the same settings is more pronounced; for example, High settings drop from 185.4 FPS to 113.7 FPS, a 39% reduction. This confirms that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the limiting factor at 4K, while the Intel Core i5-13400F has ample headroom to keep up with the GPU's demands across all tested resolutions and presets.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured data shows all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset averages 69.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: The Ultra preset provides an average of 111.7 FPS at 2560x1440, which is the highest visual quality with performance far exceeding the 60 FPS target. All other presets also exceed 185 FPS on average.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: The average FPS at High settings drops from 256.4 at 1920x1080 to 113.7 at 3840x2160. This represents a performance reduction of 142.7 FPS, or roughly 56% of the 1080p score.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F a bottleneck for this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate the CPU is not a bottleneck at any tested resolution. At 1080p, where CPU load is typically highest, the system still achieves a minimum average of 161.9 FPS at Ultra settings, suggesting strong processor performance.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combination?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded is 69.7 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra settings preset. This is still 9.7 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the system maintain high frame rates at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 yields an average of 161.9 FPS. This is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, indicating a highly responsive experience suitable for high-refresh-rate displays.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, offer a reference point for comparable processor performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS has a deltaPct of 0, indicating near-identical average performance. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are each 0.3% behind, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is 0.4% ahead. In practice, systems built with these CPUs would likely produce very similar frame rates in Downfall, assuming the same GPU is used.

For the GPU, the closest alternatives are the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, which scores 0.1% lower, and the Intel Arc A550M, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT is 2% ahead, and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is 3.1% behind. A system swapping the RTX 5070 Ti for any of these cards would see marginal differences in average frame rates, likely within a few frames in either direction. None of these alternatives would be expected to change the fundamental verdict of playability at all resolutions, though the slight performance differences could be more noticeable at the 4K Ultra setting.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: this PC can run Downfall exceptionally well. At 1920x1080, the verdict lists all settings as playable, with the Ultra preset achieving an average of 161.9 FPS, more than 100 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, all settings are also playable, with the Ultra preset at 111.7 FPS providing a high-performance experience. At 3840x2160, the system still clears the bar, with the Ultra preset's 69.7 FPS average being the only result below 100 FPS, yet it remains comfortably above the playable threshold. The system offers exceptional flexibility, allowing users to prioritize visual fidelity at 4K or pursue extremely high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 372nd out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the top 10% of all configurations tested, which is consistent with the measured frame rates. The rank reflects the balanced pairing of a strong modern CPU and a high-end GPU, resulting in a system that excels across all resolutions. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 77th, and the GPU is 86th, indicating both components are above average in their respective categories, and their combined performance in this specific game is notably strong.