Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 delivers a strictly entry-level experience in Downfall, with the data placing this combination at rank 2688 out of 2928 tested combos. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 part with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, but the GPU is the decisive bottleneck here. The Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, and benchmark results indicate that this pairing is heavily constrained by graphics throughput rather than processor capability.

CPU Role, cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a modern desktop processor built on the Zen 4 (Raphael) architecture using a 5 nm process. It offers 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache.

In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates solid performance for its class. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 21765, while the single-core score reaches 3072. The PassMark multi-thread score is 25645, with a single-thread score of 3689. These numbers place the processor in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outpaces the majority of desktop processors on the market.

However, in Downfall, the CPU's role is secondary. The measured FPS data shows that even at 1080p Low settings, the combo only reaches 96 FPS average, which is far below what this CPU could theoretically support if paired with a stronger GPU. The nearest rivals to the 7400F include the Intel Core i5-14600T (deltaPct 0.1), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (deltaPct 0.2), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (deltaPct -0.2), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (deltaPct 0.3). All of these are within 0.3% of the 7400F's average benchmark score of 32750, indicating that the CPU is not the differentiator in this combo.

The bottleneck is clearly the Intel Arc B370, which is an integrated graphics solution (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture with a 25 W TDP. It has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2400 MHz. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest GPU rivals are all older parts: the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (deltaPct -0.2), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (deltaPct -0.5), AMD Radeon HD 7650M (deltaPct -0.7), and AMD FirePro M2000 (deltaPct 1.4). This GPU is positioned at the very bottom of the performance spectrum.

For a horror game like Downfall, which relies on atmosphere and lighting effects, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are more than sufficient to handle game logic and AI. The data shows that the CPU is never the limiting factor at any resolution; instead, the Arc B370's low fill rate and compute throughput cap the frame rates. The CPU's high single-thread score of 3072 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can handle the game's main thread without issue, but the GPU cannot translate that headroom into visible FPS gains.

FAQ, 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

*Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p Medium settings in Downfall?*

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 78 FPS, with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rival, the ATI Radeon HD 5770?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which is 0.5% lower than the ATI Radeon HD 5770's score of 1190. This places the Arc B370 slightly behind that older GPU in raw graphics performance.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F ranks in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating it outperforms 83% of processors in the benchmark database.

Q: What is the best average FPS achieved at 4K resolution with this combo?

A: The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 43 FPS, achieved with Low settings. At Medium settings, the average drops to 35 FPS, and at High it falls to 29 FPS.

*Q: How does the combo rank overall in Downfall compared to all tested combinations?*

A: This CPU-GPU combination ranks 2688 out of 2928 total tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the bottom 10% of all configurations.

Q: Does the CPU's boost clock of 4.70 GHz translate into better gaming performance?

A: The data indicates that the CPU's high boost clock does not translate into better gaming performance in Downfall, as the GPU bottleneck limits FPS at every resolution and settings level. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072 is strong, but the Arc B370 cannot keep pace.

Resolution Scaling, how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling across resolutions clearly identifies the Intel Arc B370 as the limiting component. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 96 FPS average. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 68 FPS, a reduction of 28 FPS (29%). At 4K Low, the average falls to 43 FPS, which is 53 FPS lower than the 1080p result, a 55% decline.

For High settings, the scaling is similar but with lower absolute numbers. At 1080p High, the average is 64 FPS. At 1440p High, it drops to 46 FPS (a 28% reduction), and at 4K High, it falls to 29 FPS (a 55% reduction from 1080p). This pattern shows that the GPU is being saturated at every resolution, and the frame rate drops proportionally to the pixel count increase.

The Medium settings row provides additional detail. At 1080p Medium, the average is 78 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 56 FPS with a minimum of 48 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 35 FPS with a minimum of 30 FPS and a maximum of 40 FPS. The minimum FPS values show that the GPU struggles to maintain consistent frame pacing at higher resolutions, which is typical for a part with only 20 ROPs and a 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate.

Ultra settings are nearly unplayable at all resolutions. The average at 1080p Ultra is 40 FPS, dropping to 29 FPS at 1440p Ultra, and falling to 18 FPS at 4K Ultra. This severe drop indicates that the GPU's fill rate and shading capabilities are overwhelmed by the added visual complexity of Ultra settings, regardless of resolution.

The data strongly suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck. If the CPU were limiting performance, the FPS would remain relatively flat across resolutions, but the measured results show a consistent decline as resolution increases. This confirms that the Arc B370's compute resources are exhausted at around 96 FPS at 1080p Low, and any additional pixel workload directly reduces performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown, resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best performance. Low settings produce an average of 96 FPS. Medium settings yield 78 FPS average, with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 90 FPS. High settings drop to 64 FPS average. Ultra settings are the weakest at 1080p, with an average of 40 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 56 FPS, showing that the GPU cannot handle the extra shading and texture work required by higher presets.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. Low settings average 68 FPS. Medium settings average 56 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS and a maximum of 64 FPS. High settings average 46 FPS. Ultra settings average 29 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 39 FPS, a smaller absolute gap than at 1080p, but the relative penalty of Ultra settings remains significant.

At 3840x2160, the combo is barely playable. Low settings average 43 FPS. Medium settings average 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 FPS and a maximum of 40 FPS. High settings average 29 FPS. Ultra settings average 18 FPS. At 4K, even Low settings dip below the 60 FPS threshold, and Ultra settings are effectively a slideshow.

Comparing settings across resolutions, the data shows that Low at 4K (43 FPS) is slower than Ultra at 1080p (40 FPS), which is slower than Low at 1440p (68 FPS). This indicates that resolution scaling has a larger impact on FPS than settings scaling for this combo. The GPU's pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s is simply too low to drive 4K displays with any fidelity.

The minimum FPS data, available only for Medium settings, shows that the GPU maintains a fairly tight frame window. At 1080p Medium, the spread from min to max is 23 FPS (67 to 90). At 1440p Medium, the spread is 16 FPS (48 to 64). At 4K Medium, the spread is 10 FPS (30 to 40). This suggests that the GPU is not experiencing severe frame time spikes, but rather a sustained low performance level.

How This Combo Ranks, use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo ranks 2688 out of 2928 tested combinations in Downfall, placing it in the 8th percentile of all tested systems. This is a very low ranking, consistent with the GPU's 5th percentile standing among all GPUs. The CPU's high percentile (83rd) does not compensate for the GPU's weakness in this game.

In relative terms, the combo outperforms only 240 other configurations out of 2928. This means that the vast majority of tested combos deliver better FPS in Downfall. The ranking reflects the Arc B370's position among its nearest rivals, which are all legacy GPUs from over a decade ago. The ATI Radeon HD 5770, for example, scores 1190 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which is 0.5% higher than the Arc B370's 1184.

The CPU's nearest rivals, meanwhile, are all within a narrow performance band. The Intel Core i5-14600T scores 32707 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32697 (0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32812 (0.2% behind), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662 (0.3% ahead). These small deltas confirm that the CPU is well-matched to its peers, but the GPU drags the overall combo rank down.

The data suggests that the combo rank is driven almost entirely by GPU performance. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the rank would likely be higher, given the 7400F's strong synthetic scores. Instead, the rank aligns closely with the GPU's 5th percentile position, indicating that the Arc B370 is the primary constraint on Downfall performance.

Settings Recommendations, which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the most playable experience is at 1080p with Low settings, which delivers 96 FPS average. This is the only configuration that approaches the 100 FPS mark, and it provides smooth gameplay for a horror title where responsiveness matters. The Low preset at 1080p is the clear recommendation for competitive or fast-paced play.

For players who prefer Medium settings, 1080p Medium offers 78 FPS average, which is still fluid and maintains a minimum of 67 FPS. This preset provides a better visual experience while staying above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, Medium drops to 56 FPS average, which is below 60 FPS but still playable for a slower-paced horror game. The minimum of 48 FPS at 1440p Medium is acceptable but may show occasional stutter.

High settings are only recommended at 1080p, where the average of 64 FPS is adequate. At 1440p High, the average falls to 46 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users. At 4K High, the 29 FPS average is not recommended under any circumstances.

Ultra settings should be avoided entirely. The best Ultra result is 40 FPS at 1080p, which is choppy and will harm the horror experience. At 4K Ultra, the 18 FPS average is unplayable.

The optimal balance between visual quality and performance is 1080p Medium at 78 FPS average. This preset offers a 22% improvement over High settings in terms of FPS, while providing a more detailed image than Low. The minimum FPS of 67 at 1080p Medium ensures that the game remains smooth even during intense scenes.

For users with 1440p displays, the recommendation is to use Low settings to achieve 68 FPS average. This sacrifices visual fidelity but maintains playability. Medium at 1440p (56 FPS) is a viable alternative for those who prioritize image quality over frame rate, but the sub-60 FPS average may be noticeable. At 4K, only Low settings (43 FPS) are worth considering, and even then, the experience will be suboptimal.