Downfall

# Downfall — AMD Ryzen 5 4600G + AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT

This benchmark analysis examines the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT in the horror title Downfall. The combination achieves an average of 124.5 FPS at 1080p High settings, ranking 1323rd out of 1741 tested CPU-GPU combos in this game. The data reflects a system that can handle the game comfortably at most resolutions, though the highest settings at 4K push the hardware to its limits.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a Zen 2 architecture processor built on the 7 nm process, featuring 6 cores and 12 threads. Its base clock runs at 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, and it carries 8 MB of shared L3 cache plus 512 KB of L2 cache per core. The CPU’s integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are irrelevant here since a discrete GPU is installed, but the processor’s compute capabilities still matter for game logic, physics, and frame pacing.

In synthetic testing, the 4600G posts a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593 and a single-core score of 1919. Its Geekbench multicore score is 6093, with a single-core result of 1575. The 3DMark suite shows scaling from 1430 with 2 threads to 4889 with max threads, indicating reasonable multi-threaded scaling. The CPU sits in the 75th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17489.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 4600G is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (deltaPct 0) and the Intel Core i5-12450H (deltaPct 0.1). It trails the Intel Core i3-14100T by 0.8% and the Intel Core i3-13100F by 1%. These tiny margins mean the processor is neither a bottleneck nor a standout advantage in Downfall; it simply delivers consistent frame generation across all tested settings.

At 1080p, where the GPU has more headroom, the CPU’s single-thread performance becomes more relevant. The PassMark single-thread score of 2653 and the 3DMark single-thread score of 726 suggest adequate responsiveness for a horror game that relies on sudden visual changes and scripted events. The CPU’s 65 W TDP and DDR4 dual-channel memory support at 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this workload, though the data shows the GPU does most of the heavy lifting at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is built on the RDNA 1.0 architecture with the Navi 10 chip, fabricated on a 7 nm process. It carries 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1605 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. Memory runs at 1750 MHz, or 14 Gbps effective. With 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units, the card offers 9.754 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

In benchmark terms, the RX 5700 XT achieves a PassMark G3D score of 16277 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 73091. It ranks in the 68th percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24731. Its nearest rivals show tight competition: the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile is 0.1% faster, while the Intel Arc A350M is 0.3% slower, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is 0.6% slower, and the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 is 0.9% slower. These deltas are negligible, meaning the 5700 XT performs at parity with those mobile and workstation parts in synthetic tests.

In Downfall, the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for all tested settings. The game’s horror aesthetic—dark corridors, fog effects, and dynamic lighting—places moderate demands on the rasterizer. The card’s 121.9 GPixel/s pixel rate and 304.8 GTexel/s texture rate explain why frame rates remain playable even at 4K with lower presets. The GPU is clearly the dominant component in this pairing; every frame rate shift across resolutions and settings correlates with the GPU’s workload rather than CPU limits.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals how the system scales from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 185.4 FPS, which drops to 134.1 FPS at 1440p (a 27.7% reduction) and further to 86.1 FPS at 4K (a 53.6% reduction from 1080p). On Medium settings, the progression is 151.9 FPS at 1080p, 110.1 FPS at 1440p, and 72 FPS at 4K. High settings yield 124.5 FPS at 1080p, 88.6 FPS at 1440p, and 55.5 FPS at 4K. Ultra settings are the most demanding: 77.7 FPS at 1080p, 55.6 FPS at 1440p, and 37.6 FPS at 4K.

The pattern is consistent: each resolution step costs roughly 25-30% of the frame rate, regardless of settings. This uniform scaling suggests the GPU is the limiting factor across the board. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the gap between 1080p and 1440p would be smaller, since higher resolutions offload work from the processor. Instead, the steady decline points to the RX 5700 XT being fully utilized at every resolution.

At 4K Ultra, the system drops to 37.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider smooth. The 4K High preset at 55.5 FPS is borderline, while 4K Medium at 72 FPS is comfortable. At 1080p, even Ultra settings hold above 77 FPS, indicating the GPU has enough headroom for high refresh rate displays at that resolution. The data shows that players targeting 4K should stick to Medium or High, while 1440p users can push to High or even Ultra with acceptable performance.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Downfall at 4K smoothly?

A: Yes, but only on Medium (72 FPS) or High (55.5 FPS) settings. Ultra at 4K drops to 37.6 FPS, which may feel sluggish for a horror game requiring quick reactions.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this pairing?

A: The GPU is the limiting component. Frame rate drops consistently by 25-30% when moving from 1080p to 1440p and again to 4K, which is the signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU’s scores sit near its rivals, so it is not holding back the graphics card.

Q: How does this combo compare to other systems in the database?

A: It ranks 1323rd out of 1741 tested combinations in Downfall. The CPU sits in the 75th percentile among all CPUs, and the GPU in the 68th percentile among all GPUs, so the pairing is mid-pack overall.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 124.5 FPS. This is well above 60 FPS and suitable for high refresh rate monitors, though not enough for 144 Hz displays at maximum settings.

Q: Does the 8 GB VRAM cause issues at higher settings?

A: The data does not show any VRAM-related crashes or stutters. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth appears sufficient for all tested presets up to 4K Ultra, where the frame rate drops due to compute load rather than memory limitations.

Q: How does the RX 5700 XT compare to its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The GPU’s synthetic score is nearly identical to the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (0.1% slower), Intel Arc A350M (0.3% faster), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (0.6% faster), and NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 (0.9% faster). These margins are too small to produce meaningful differences in Downfall.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. Low settings produce an average of 185.4 FPS, Medium 151.9 FPS, High 124.5 FPS, and Ultra 77.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 107.7 FPS, showing that the GPU scales well with reduced workload. Even at Ultra, the frame rate exceeds 60 FPS, making 1080p a comfortable experience on any preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages drop noticeably. Low runs at 134.1 FPS, Medium at 110.1 FPS, High at 88.6 FPS, and Ultra at 55.6 FPS. The Ultra preset falls just below the 60 FPS mark, suggesting players should use High for a locked 60 FPS experience at this resolution. The spread between Low and Ultra is 78.5 FPS, narrower than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is working harder.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles with the highest settings. Low still manages 86.1 FPS, Medium 72 FPS, High 55.5 FPS, and Ultra 37.6 FPS. The Ultra result is the only one that dips below 40 FPS, making it the least playable option. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 48.5 FPS, which is the smallest spread across all resolutions—a sign that the GPU is nearing its limits even on Low settings.

Across all resolutions, the scaling from Low to Ultra follows a consistent pattern: Medium adds roughly 20-30% more frames than Ultra, while High sits between them. The 1080p numbers show the system is capable of high refresh rates, while 4K requires preset compromises to stay smooth.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience balances frame rate and visual fidelity. At 1080p, the High preset at 124.5 FPS is the sweet spot—it offers a significant visual upgrade over Low (185.4 FPS) without sacrificing playability, and it is far smoother than Ultra (77.7 FPS). Players with 144 Hz monitors should consider Medium (151.9 FPS) to push frame rates higher, but High is the recommended default.

At 1440p, High (88.6 FPS) is the clear choice. It stays well above 60 FPS and looks substantially better than Medium (110.1 FPS) or Low (134.1 FPS). Ultra (55.6 FPS) is playable but dips below the 60 FPS threshold, so it is only recommended for players who prioritize image quality over smoothness and can tolerate occasional frame drops.

At 4K, Medium (72 FPS) is the best option. It provides a smooth experience while retaining enough visual detail for a horror game’s atmospheric environments. High (55.5 FPS) is acceptable for those who prefer sharper textures, but the frame rate hovers near the edge of comfort. Low (86.1 FPS) is the fastest preset, but it sacrifices too much visual fidelity for a genre that relies on mood and lighting. Ultra (37.6 FPS) should be avoided entirely due to its sub-40 FPS average.

The overall recommendation is to play at 1080p High for the best combination of visuals and performance, or 1440p High if the display supports it. For 4K displays, Medium is the only preset that delivers both smoothness and acceptable image quality. The data does not show any instability or frame-time anomalies, so these settings are safe for extended play sessions.