Downfall

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination presents a high-end matchup for running the horror title Downfall. The benchmark data shows a system that not only meets but vastly exceeds standard playability thresholds across all tested resolutions and presets. This analysis explores the specific performance figures, the balance between CPU and GPU demands, and how this pairing ranks among other tested configurations.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 400 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: At which resolution and settings does the system deliver the lowest average frame rate?

A: The lowest average frame rate is 74 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the combination ever drop below the 60 FPS playability threshold?

A: No. According to the `verdictByResolution` data, every resolution (3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080) lists all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) as playable.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER?

A: The RTX 4080's average benchmark score is 54,247, which is a 0.1% delta from the RTX 4080 SUPER's score of 54,209. This indicates near-identical performance in synthetic benchmarks.

*Q: What is the ranking of this specific CPU and GPU combination among all tested combos for Downfall?*

A: The combo ranks 230 out of 3,716 tested combinations, placing it in the top percentile of systems.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the more significant factor at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows the GPU is the dominant factor at 4K. The CPU's performance remains constant, but the frame rate scales down significantly from 1,920x1080 to 3,840x2160, indicating the graphics card is the limiting component at higher resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results for Downfall clearly delineate a shift in hardware responsibility as resolution and preset demands change. The RTX 4080's role is paramount in driving the high frame rates observed, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 ensures the system is never bottlenecked at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system is heavily CPU-bound. The average FPS at Low settings is 400, which drops to 327 at Medium and 268 at High. This significant scaling with settings suggests that the CPU is feeding frames as fast as it can, but the GPU's workload is minimal at this resolution. The Ultra preset yields 168 FPS, still a very high number, but the 232 FPS difference between Low and Ultra demonstrates the GPU's increasing workload as visual complexity rises.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain exceptionally high but begin to show a more balanced load. The Low preset averages 285 FPS, dropping to 233 at Medium and 191 at High. The Ultra preset delivers 120 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is now a 165 FPS drop, which is less severe proportionally than at 1080p. This indicates the GPU is starting to take on a more substantial role, though the CPU is still capable of keeping up with the demand.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The average FPS at Low is 178, which is notably lower than the 285 FPS seen at 1440p Low. The Medium preset yields 145 FPS, High produces 119 FPS, and Ultra drops to 74 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is 104 FPS. While this is a smaller absolute delta than at lower resolutions, the percentage drop is more pronounced, and the overall performance ceiling is significantly lower. This pattern confirms that the RTX 4080 is fully saturated at 4K, while the Core Ultra 5 245 has ample headroom. The data implies that for Downfall, the GPU is the primary driver of performance at high resolutions and presets, while the CPU is more than sufficient to avoid creating a bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The provided data offers a comprehensive look at average, minimum, and maximum frame rates across a matrix of resolutions and settings. The most detailed metrics are available for the Medium preset, which includes min/max values. For other presets, only the average FPS is provided.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the performance ranges from a high of 178 FPS on Low to a low of 74 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows an average of 145 FPS, with a minimum of 123 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS. The High preset averages 119 FPS. This data indicates that even at the most demanding settings, the system maintains an average well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440 (2K), the frame rates are substantially higher. The Low preset averages 285 FPS, followed by Medium at 233 FPS, High at 191 FPS, and Ultra at 120 FPS. The Medium preset again provides the most granular data, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS. This suggests a very smooth experience with no significant dips in performance.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system unlocks its full potential. The Low preset achieves an average of 400 FPS. The Medium preset averages 327 FPS, with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS. The High preset averages 268 FPS, and Ultra still delivers a commanding 168 FPS. The minimum FPS at 1080p Medium (278) is higher than the average FPS at 4K Ultra (74), highlighting the massive performance difference between these resolution extremes.

How This Combo Ranks

According to the `comboRankInGame` data, this specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 230 out of 3,716 tested combinations for Downfall. This places the system in the top 6.2% of all tested rigs, signifying a very high level of performance. This ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows the system delivering high frame rates even at 4K Ultra settings. The position in the rankings suggests that while there are more powerful combinations, this pairing is more than capable of providing an excellent gaming experience for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have a set of `nearestRivals` based on their average benchmark scores. These alternatives offer similar performance profiles and could be expected to produce comparable results in Downfall.

For the Intel Core Ultra 5 245, the nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which has an average score of 49,196, a -0.4% delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 is nearly identical with a score of 49,228 and a -0.5% delta. On the Intel side, the Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48,698 (+0.6%), and the Core i5-14600K scores 48,618 (+0.8%). These data points show a cluster of CPUs within a tight performance band, meaning any of these processors would likely yield very similar frame rates in Downfall.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, the closest rival is the RTX 4080 SUPER, with a negligible performance delta of 0.1%. This confirms the 4080 is virtually tied with its SUPER variant. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is also close with a -1.1% delta. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and the AMD Radeon 8060S show slightly higher average scores (55,698 and 55,757 respectively), resulting in deltas of -2.6% and -2.7% from the RTX 4080. This implies these AMD alternatives might offer slightly better raw performance in some scenarios, though the difference is minimal.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally indicates that this PC can run Downfall exceptionally well. According to the `verdictByResolution` field, all tested settings presets are playable at all three resolutions. The system clears the 60 FPS threshold with significant margin in every scenario.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding setting (Ultra) still produces an average of 74 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers a robust 120 FPS average. Finally, at 1920x1080, the system achieves an outstanding 168 FPS on Ultra settings. In short, this combination is overkill for Downfall, providing a high-refresh-rate experience even at 4K with maximum visual fidelity.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the `verdictByResolution` data, the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS is the Ultra preset for all resolutions.

• 3840x2160 (4K): Ultra settings are playable, with an average FPS of 74.
• 2560x1440 (2K): Ultra settings are playable, with an average FPS of 120.
• 1920x1080 (1080p): Ultra settings are playable, with an average FPS of 168.

For gamers seeking the highest possible visual quality, selecting the Ultra preset at any resolution will provide a fluid and highly responsive experience in Downfall. The substantial headroom above 60 FPS even at 4K Ultra suggests that users could enable additional demanding features or higher internal resolutions without dropping below the playability threshold.