Downfall

Best Settings per Resolution

The recorded data for Downfall on the Intel Core i7-12700KF with the Intel Arc B390 shows a clear ceiling at 4K. At 3840x2160, no preset reaches the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest settings that remain at or above 60 FPS are found only at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 71 FPS. This is the optimal choice for full HD, as it delivers a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold while providing the highest visual quality that remains playable. Low runs at 106 FPS and Medium at 87 FPS, but High is the best balance that still clears the mark.

At 2560x1440, the best settings that stay at or above 60 FPS are Medium, with an average of 62 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that maintains playability at this resolution. Low runs at 76 FPS and is also playable, but Medium is the recommended choice for better visual fidelity while remaining just above the threshold.

At 3840x2160, there is no playable preset. The closest result is Low at 47 FPS, followed by Medium at 39 FPS, High at 32 FPS, and Ultra at 20 FPS. None of these reach the 60 FPS target, so the verdict for 4K is clear: this combo cannot maintain playable frame rates at any settings level.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates a strong GPU limitation for this title, especially as resolution increases. The Intel Arc B390, which ranks in the 9th percentile among all GPUs in the database, is the primary bottleneck. Its nearest rivals in the database, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, sit within 1.5% to 2.7% of its average score, which places it in the lower tier of graphics hardware.

The CPU, by contrast, is far more capable. The Intel Core i7-12700KF ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35365. Its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i7-13700T and the Intel Core i5-13600T, are within 0.2% of its score, showing that the processor is not the limiting factor in this configuration.

Resolution scaling confirms this. At 1920x1080, the GPU has less work to do, so the frame rates are higher: Low hits 106 FPS, Medium 87 FPS, and High 71 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the same presets drop to 76 FPS, 62 FPS, and 51 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the numbers fall further to 47 FPS, 39 FPS, and 32 FPS. This pattern is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, where increasing pixel count directly reduces performance.

Preset scaling also points to GPU dominance. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low and Ultra is 62 FPS (106 down to 44). At 2560x1440, the gap is 44 FPS (76 down to 32). At 3840x2160, the gap is 27 FPS (47 down to 20). The shrinking absolute difference at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU is already saturated, and additional settings changes have less relative impact.

The CPU's role is minimal in this pairing. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would be most likely to matter, the frame rate is 106 FPS, which is well within what this processor can deliver. The Core i7-12700KF's multi-threaded scores, such as 28838 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 34092 in PassMark multithread, indicate ample headroom for a horror title like Downfall, which does not appear to stress the processor heavily.

In short, the GPU is the deciding factor at every resolution. The CPU is never the bottleneck; the Arc B390's lowly 9th percentile standing dictates the frame rates across all tested settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database contains measured average frame rates for every combination of resolution and preset, with min and max values recorded only for the Medium preset at each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low averages 106 FPS, Medium averages 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 and a maximum of 100, High averages 71 FPS, and Ultra averages 44 FPS. The Medium preset's min and max values show a spread of 26 FPS, indicating some frame time variance but still a playable experience.

At 2560x1440, Low averages 76 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and a maximum of 71, High averages 51 FPS, and Ultra averages 32 FPS. The Medium preset here has an 18 FPS spread, and the 53 FPS minimum dips below the 60 FPS threshold, so while the average is playable, there are moments of sub-60 performance.

At 3840x2160, Low averages 47 FPS, Medium averages 39 FPS with a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 44, High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 20 FPS. The Medium preset's 33 FPS minimum is well below the playable threshold, and even the maximum of 44 FPS is not close to 60.

The progression across resolutions is linear in nature. For example, the Medium preset drops from 87 FPS at 1080p to 62 FPS at 1440p, then to 39 FPS at 4K. The High preset drops from 71 to 51 to 32, and Low drops from 106 to 76 to 47. Ultra remains the weakest option throughout, falling from 44 to 32 to 20.

The min and max data for Medium presets reveals that the 1080p configuration is the only one where the minimum frame rate (74 FPS) stays above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, the minimum of 53 FPS dips below it, and at 4K, the minimum of 33 FPS is far below it. This means that even where the average is playable, the lower bounds can be problematic at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the Intel Arc B390 ranks 3303 out of 3716 tested combos in the database for Downfall. This places it in the lower portion of the rankings, around the 11th percentile from the top, which is consistent with the GPU's weak standing in the overall graphics hierarchy.

The GPU's individual percentile is the primary driver of this low ranking. The Arc B390 sits in the 9th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1482. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX with a score of 1463 (1.3% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce 800M with 1460 (1.5% faster), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM with 1446 (2.5% faster). These are all entry-level or legacy parts, which confirms that the Arc B390 is not a high-performance gaming GPU.

The CPU's ranking does little to offset this. The Core i7-12700KF is in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35365. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35403 (0.1% faster), the Intel Core 5 213PE at 35428 (0.2% faster), and the Intel Core i5-13600T at 35305 (0.2% slower). The processor is clearly capable, but in this pairing, it is held back by the graphics solution.

The combo rank of 3303 out of 3716 means that roughly 413 tested configurations perform worse in Downfall. This is not a bottom-tier result, but it is far from competitive. The data suggests that the Arc B390 is the limiting factor, and any improvement in GPU would substantially raise the combo's standing.

The measured frame rates align with this ranking. At 1080p, the combo achieves playable results on High, Low, and Medium presets, but at 1440p, only Low and Medium clear the threshold, and at 4K, none do. This pattern is typical of a low-end GPU paired with a strong CPU: the CPU can handle the game logic, but the GPU cannot keep up with higher pixel counts and settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Downfall at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: Yes. The recorded data shows an average of 71 FPS at 1080p High, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the best playable preset at this resolution.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 2560x1440?

A: Medium is the best preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at 1440p, with an average of 62 FPS. Low also clears the threshold at 76 FPS, but Medium offers higher visual quality while remaining playable.

Q: Is 4K playable with this combination?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average frame rate is 47 FPS on Low, and all other presets are lower. None of the tested settings reach the 60 FPS playable threshold at 4K.

Q: How does the Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX at 1463 (1.3% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce 800M at 1460 (1.5% faster), and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM at 1446 (2.5% faster). The differences are small, indicating similar performance levels.

Q: What is the frame rate range for Medium settings at 1920x1080?

A: The Medium preset at 1080p averages 87 FPS, with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. This is the only preset and resolution combination where the minimum frame rate stays above 60 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Downfall?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700KF with the Intel Arc B390 ranks 3303 out of 3716 tested combos. This places it in the lower portion of the rankings, consistent with the GPU's 9th percentile standing among all GPUs.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-12700KF with the Intel Arc B390 can run Downfall, but only at lower resolutions and settings. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1920x1080, the combo is playable on High, Low, and Medium presets, with the best playable result being High at 71 FPS. At 2560x1440, Low and Medium are playable, with Medium at 62 FPS being the best option. At 3840x2160, no preset is playable, and the most demanding settings that stay at or above 60 FPS do not exist.

The data shows a system that is heavily GPU-limited. The Arc B390's 9th percentile ranking and its close proximity to legacy GPUs like the GeForce GT 710 and GT 520MX in the database mean that 1080p is the realistic target for this pairing. The strong CPU, ranked in the 85th percentile, ensures that the processor is never the bottleneck, but it cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations.

For a horror title like Downfall, which was released in 2016, the performance is modest by modern standards. The 1080p High preset at 71 FPS is a solid experience, and 1440p Medium at 62 FPS is acceptable, though the 53 FPS minimum means there will be occasional dips below the threshold. 4K is simply not viable with this configuration.

In summary, this PC can run Downfall at 1080p with High settings comfortably, at 1440p with Medium settings marginally, and at 4K not at all. Anyone using this combo should target 1080p for the most consistent experience, as the frame rates at higher resolutions do not meet the playable threshold.