Downfall

Downfall, the 2016 horror title, shows a clear performance hierarchy when paired with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck, with CPU headroom to spare. This combination lands at rank 2520 out of 2928 tested combos, placing it in the lower half of the database. The measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions and settings provide a detailed map of what this specific hardware can deliver, and the results suggest a system best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K.

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

The FPS data shows a predictable but steep decline as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. At 1080p Low settings, the system produces 147 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 105 FPS, a 28.6% decrease. At 4K Low, the average falls to 65 FPS, which is a 38.1% drop from the 1440p figure and a 55.8% drop from the 1080p baseline. This pattern indicates that the GTX 1660 Ti is the limiting factor; the rendering workload at higher resolutions is outpacing what the GPU can handle.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High settings shows a similar trend, from 99 FPS down to 70 FPS, a reduction of 29.3%. The jump to 4K High yields 44 FPS, which is a 37.1% decline from 1440p. This consistent percentage drop across different quality presets suggests a linear relationship between pixel count and render time, which is characteristic of a GPU that is saturated. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads based on Zen 4 architecture, is likely not the constraint here, as frame rate losses are tied directly to resolution increases.

The most telling data point is the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding. At 1080p Ultra, the system manages 62 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 44 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it drops to 27 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 FPS threshold generally considered playable, confirming that this combination is not viable for maximum-quality 4K gaming. The scaling from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra represents a 38.6% performance loss, which is in line with the other presets and reinforces the GPU-bound nature of the system.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the central component in these results, and its specifications directly explain the performance ceiling. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1500 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz. With 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, it offers 288.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. These numbers are modest by modern standards, and the benchmark results reflect that. The GPU’s 1536 shading units and 48 ROPs are tasked with rendering the horror game’s scenes, and the data shows they are quickly overwhelmed at higher resolutions.

The GPU’s memory configuration is a key factor, particularly at 4K. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for lower settings, as seen in the 65 FPS average at 4K Low, but it becomes a greater concern at higher quality presets. The drop from 4K Medium (53 FPS) to 4K High (44 FPS) to 4K Ultra (27 FPS) suggests that the GPU is not only compute-bound but also potentially memory-limited, as textures and shaders fill the available VRAM. The 288.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p, where the system hits 147 FPS on Low, but it cannot sustain high frame rates at 4K.

The GTX 1660 Ti’s overall benchmark position is low, sitting at the 41st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 540, which scores just 0.7% higher, and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100, which is 1.9% higher. This indicates that the 1660 Ti is near the bottom of the performance spectrum in the database. In Downfall, this translates to a GPU that can handle 1080p and 1440p with playable framerates on most presets, but it is the clear bottleneck when pushing for 4K or maximum quality settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is ranked 2520 out of 2928 total combos tested in Downfall. This places the system in the bottom 14% of all configurations. The rank is a reflection of the GPU’s limited performance; the CPU is not the limiting factor, as its own benchmark scores are respectable. The Ryzen 5 7400F sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, but the GPU’s 41st percentile ranking drags the combined score down.

This disparity between CPU and GPU performance is significant. The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, have average benchmark scores within 0.3% of the 7400F, indicating that the processor is a strong mid-range performer. However, the GPU’s rivals, including the Intel Arc A310 and AMD Radeon R7 250, are all within 2.3% of its score, showing that the 1660 Ti is at the entry-level tier. The combination of a high-percentile CPU with a low-percentile GPU creates a lopsided pairing that is reflected in the low combo rank.

In practical terms, this rank suggests that many other hardware combinations will outperform this one in Downfall. The system is not without merit, as the measured FPS on lower resolutions shows, but it is not a high-end setup. The rank of 2520 serves as a benchmark for what users can expect: a playable experience at 1080p, a decent one at 1440p, and a struggle at 4K. The data indicates that any upgrade to the GPU would significantly improve the combo’s standing, while the CPU would not need to be replaced for a considerable time.

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

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system’s performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system is most comfortable. The Low preset yields an average of 147 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors. The Medium preset produces 120 FPS, with a minimum of 102 FPS and a maximum of 138 FPS, indicating smooth gameplay. The High preset drops to 99 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 62 FPS. These numbers show that 1080p is the sweet spot for this hardware, with even Ultra settings remaining playable.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance takes a noticeable hit. The Low preset averages 105 FPS, which is still smooth. The Medium preset averages 86 FPS, with a minimum of 73 FPS and a maximum of 99 FPS. The High preset averages 70 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, averages only 44 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for many players. This resolution is a middle ground; it is playable on lower presets, but the Ultra preset starts to show the GPU’s limitations.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly out of its depth. The Low preset averages 65 FPS, which is acceptable, but the Medium preset drops to 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 FPS. The High preset averages 44 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages just 27 FPS, which is not a smooth experience. The data shows a clear pattern: each increase in resolution or settings reduces the average FPS, with the 4K Ultra result being the worst case scenario. The system is capable of 1080p gaming on all presets and 1440p gaming on lower presets, but it is not suitable for 4K gaming beyond the Low preset.

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

Q: What is the best resolution for this system to achieve 60 FPS or higher?

A: At 1920x1080, all presets except Ultra achieve an average of 99 FPS or higher, with Low at 147 FPS. At 2560x1440, only the Low and Medium presets exceed 60 FPS, averaging 105 FPS and 86 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra preset perform?

A: The 3840x2160 Ultra preset averages 27 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold for playability. This is the lowest measured average FPS in the dataset.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a strong performer compared to other CPUs?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 7400F ranks at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, have benchmark scores within 0.3% of its average score.

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile?

A: The GTX 1660 Ti ranks at the 41st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon 540, scores 0.7% higher, and the AMD Radeon R7 250 scores 2.2% lower.

Q: Does the system have enough memory bandwidth for 1440p gaming?

A: The GTX 1660 Ti has 288.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The data shows 1440p Medium achieves 86 FPS, suggesting the bandwidth is sufficient for moderate settings at this resolution, but the Ultra preset drops to 44 FPS.

Q: What is the combo’s ranking in Downfall?

A: This hardware combination is ranked 2520 out of 2928 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 14% of all configurations tested in the game.

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

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience depends on the user’s resolution target. For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 99 FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 62 FPS is also playable, but the High preset offers a smoother experience with a significant 37 FPS advantage. The Medium preset at 120 FPS is a valid choice for players prioritizing frame rate over visuals, but High provides a substantial graphical upgrade for a 21 FPS cost.

For 1440p, the Medium preset is the recommended choice. It averages 86 FPS, with a minimum of 73 FPS, ensuring a stable experience. The High preset at 70 FPS is close, but the Medium preset offers a 16 FPS improvement, which is more noticeable in a horror game where smooth motion is crucial. The Low preset at 105 FPS is too much of a visual compromise, and the Ultra preset at 44 FPS is too slow for a comfortable experience.

For 4K, the data suggests that only the Low preset is viable, averaging 65 FPS. The Medium preset at 53 FPS is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets at 44 FPS and 27 FPS respectively are not recommended for a playable frame rate. Given the system’s ranking and GPU limitations, 4K gaming is not a practical use case for this hardware. The best overall experience is at 1080p High, which delivers a high frame rate without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a capable processor that is not the bottleneck in this configuration. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This Zen 4 architecture chip, built on a 5 nm process, provides ample computational power for gaming. The CPU’s benchmark scores are strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072. These numbers place it at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a solid mid-range performer.

The CPU’s role in Downfall is to feed the GPU with data, and the FPS results show that it is doing so without issue. The fact that frame rates drop consistently with resolution increases indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar FPS across all resolutions, or at least a plateau at lower settings. Instead, the data shows a clear GPU-bound scenario, where the CPU has headroom to spare.

The CPU’s 32 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth ensure that it can keep up with the GPU’s demands. The Ryzen 5 7400F’s nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, have average scores within 0.3% of its own, confirming that it is a competitive part. In this specific game, the CPU is not the issue; it is the GTX 1660 Ti that holds the system back. An upgrade to a more powerful GPU would unlock the CPU’s full potential, likely improving the combo’s rank significantly.