Downfall

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 is a combination that lands near the bottom of the database rankings for Downfall. Out of 3,716 tested combos, this pairing ranks 3,429th, placing it in the bottom 8 percent of all systems evaluated. This is a direct result of the Arc B370's position in the GPU hierarchy, where it sits at the 5th percentile against all other graphics cards. The CPU, by contrast, is a strong performer, ranking in the 83rd percentile among all processors. The data indicates a significant imbalance: the processor has ample headroom, but the graphics solution becomes the limiting factor for this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The composite ranking of 3,429 out of 3,716 combos is a clear signal that this system is not built for high-end gaming performance in Downfall. The primary constraint is the Intel Arc B370, which is an integrated-class GPU (noted as "IGP" in its slot width) with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1,184. This score places it at the 5th percentile of all GPUs in the database, meaning 95 percent of tested graphics solutions outperform it. The CPU, the Intel Core i5-14400F, is not the bottleneck; its average benchmark score of 32,279 is within 0.5 percent of its nearest rivals, and it ranks above 83 percent of all CPUs tested. Therefore, the ranking reflects the GPU's limitations rather than any deficiency in the processor.

Best Settings per Resolution

The measured frame rates reveal a steep performance curve across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves playable results at three of the four tested settings. The best playable preset is High, which delivers an average of 64 FPS. Medium also clears the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 78 FPS, and Low reaches 96 FPS. Ultra falls below playability at 40 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the options narrow significantly. Only the Low preset maintains an average above 60 FPS, hitting 68 FPS. Medium averages 56 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, and High drops to 46 FPS. Ultra is not viable at 29 FPS.

At 3840x2160, no preset reaches the 60 FPS target. The highest recorded average is 43 FPS on Low settings, with Medium at 35 FPS, High at 29 FPS, and Ultra at 18 FPS. The verdict data confirms this: there are no playable settings at 4K.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results show that the GPU is the dominant constraint at every resolution. Evidence for this comes from the scaling pattern between resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low (96 FPS) and Ultra (40 FPS) is 56 FPS, indicating that the graphics workload is the primary variable. When resolution increases to 2560x1440, the Low preset drops from 96 to 68 FPS, a 29 percent reduction, while the High preset drops from 64 to 46 FPS, a 28 percent reduction. This consistent proportional drop across presets when resolution increases points to a GPU that is saturated by pixel throughput.

The CPU's role is secondary. The Intel Core i5-14400F, with 10 cores and 16 threads, has a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,645 and a single-core score of 3,055. These scores place it far above the demands of a game from 2016. The data shows that even at the lowest preset and resolution (1920x1080 Low, 96 FPS), the frame rate is not CPU-limited; rather, the GPU is still the limiting factor. Had the CPU been the bottleneck, we would expect to see frame rates plateau across different presets at a given resolution, which is not the case. The frame rates scale consistently with graphics settings, confirming that the Arc B370 is the component determining playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14400F has nearest rivals that are remarkably close in average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32,233, a 0.1 percent difference. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32,226, a 0.2 percent difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32,354, a negative 0.2 percent difference. The Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32,121, a 0.5 percent difference. Any of these processors would behave nearly identically in Downfall, as the performance delta is negligible. A user swapping the CPU to one of these alternatives would see virtually no change in frame rates.

For the GPU, the alternatives are older discrete and mobile parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1,186, which is 0.2 percent lower than the Arc B370. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1,190, 0.5 percent higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1,192, 0.7 percent higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1,168, 1.4 percent lower. These deltas are all within 1.5 percent, meaning the Arc B370 delivers performance that is statistically identical to this group. In Downfall, the frame rates would be nearly indistinguishable between these GPUs.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, the High preset averages 64 FPS, Medium averages 78 FPS, and Low averages 96 FPS. All of these clear the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, only the Low preset maintains an average above 60 FPS, with a recorded 68 FPS. Medium falls to 56 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: Is 4K playable with this hardware?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average frame rate is 43 FPS on Low settings. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 40 FPS, with Ultra at 18 FPS.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1,184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its nearest rivals, including the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1,190) and AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1,192), are within 0.7 percent of its score. Performance differences are minimal.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions. The CPU, which ranks in the 83rd percentile, shows no sign of bottlenecking. Frame rates scale directly with graphics settings and resolution, indicating the Arc B370 is the constraint.

Q: What is the frame rate on Medium settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average frame rate is 78 FPS, with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS.

The Verdict

This PC can run Downfall at 60 FPS, but only under specific conditions. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with the High preset averaging 64 FPS and the Medium preset averaging 78 FPS. This is the sweet spot for this combination. At 2560x1440, the system is only playable on the Low preset, which averages 68 FPS. The Medium preset at 56 FPS and High preset at 46 FPS are below the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the system cannot reach 60 FPS on any setting; the best result is 43 FPS on Low.

The verdict from the database is straightforward. For a 1080p gaming experience on High settings, this combo is adequate. For 1440p, users must accept Low settings to maintain playability. For 4K, this hardware is not suitable. The Intel Core i5-14400F provides more than enough processing power, but the Intel Arc B370, with its 5th percentile GPU ranking, is the decisive factor. The data shows a system that is balanced for entry-level 1080p play, but it falls short of the demands of higher resolutions in Downfall.