Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination ranks 289th out of 2928 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the top 10% of all systems tested for this title. This is a strong result for a horror game that demands both raw GPU throughput and consistent frame delivery, though the ranking also shows that a significant number of setups still outpace it, likely due to more powerful CPUs or GPUs at higher price points. The data indicates this combo is well-balanced for high-refresh-rate 1440p play and capable of 4K, but it is not an absolute top-tier performer in this specific title.

How This Combo Ranks

With a combo rank of 289 out of 2928, this pairing sits comfortably in the upper echelon of tested systems for Downfall. The percentile placement suggests that roughly 90% of all tested combos are slower, which aligns with the measured frame rates that exceed 100 FPS at 4K Ultra settings. The ranking reflects not just the GPU's raw power but also the CPU's ability to feed it, especially at lower resolutions where the processor becomes more relevant. In a game like Downfall, which relies on building tension through lighting and shadow effects, maintaining high average FPS matters more than raw peak performance, and this combo delivers that in spades.

The GPU itself holds the 76th percentile among all GPUs tested, while the CPU holds the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. When combined, their synergy in Downfall produces a result that is greater than either component's individual standing might suggest, indicating that the game's engine scales well with this particular pairing. The combo's rank is also notable because it outperforms many systems with more expensive components, suggesting that the balance between the 6-core CPU and the 16 GB GPU is well-suited to this game's demands.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the primary driver of Downfall's performance, equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is critical for a horror game that often uses high-resolution textures to create atmospheric detail, and the ample VRAM prevents stuttering when loading new areas or during intense visual effects. The GPU's base clock of 2340 MHz and boost clock of 2610 MHz, combined with 8448 shading units, allow it to push high pixel rates, which translates directly into the high FPS numbers seen in the measured data.

The GPU's 66 ray tracing cores and 264 tensor cores are relevant for Downfall's use of modern lighting effects, though the game is not as ray-tracing heavy as some other titles. The data shows that at 4K Ultra settings, the combo still achieves 69 FPS, which is playable but indicates the GPU is being pushed hard. At 1440p Ultra, the average jumps to 111 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom when resolution drops. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 31811 places it in the 76th percentile, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA TITAN RTX at -1.9% delta, which is a much older card, highlighting the 4070 Ti SUPER's efficiency and architectural advantage in modern titles like Downfall.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, but the rate of decline reveals where the bottleneck lies. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 248 at 1080p to 177 at 1440p, a 29% decrease, and then to 110 at 4K, a further 38% decrease from 1440p. This steep drop at 4K indicates that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the CPU has more than enough headroom to handle the lower resolutions without breaking a sweat.

At Low settings, the scaling is even more dramatic: 369 FPS at 1080p drops to 264 FPS at 1440p (28% decrease) and then to 164 FPS at 4K (38% decrease). The fact that 1080p Low yields nearly 370 FPS suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck even at very high frame rates, as the Ryzen 5 7400F's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to keep up. However, the consistent 30-40% drop between each resolution step at all settings confirms that the GPU's rendering workload is the dominant constraint once resolution climbs. At 1440p Medium, the combo hits 216 FPS, which is well above the 144Hz refresh rate that most high-end monitors offer, making this the sweet spot for competitive play if the game had any competitive elements.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides a comprehensive look at performance across three resolutions and four settings levels, with average FPS figures for all and minimum/maximum FPS for Medium settings only. Starting at 1080p, the combo achieves 369 FPS on Low, 302 FPS on Medium, 248 FPS on High, and 155 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting shows a min FPS of 257 and max of 347, indicating excellent frame time consistency with no major dips. These numbers are exceptionally high, suggesting that at 1080p, the system is largely CPU-limited, as the GPU has massive headroom to render frames as fast as the CPU can issue draw calls.

Moving to 1440p, the average FPS figures are 264 on Low, 216 on Medium, 177 on High, and 111 on Ultra. The Medium setting's min and max FPS are 183 and 248, respectively, showing a wider spread than at 1080p, which is typical as the GPU starts to work harder. At 1440p Ultra, the 111 FPS average is still very playable for a horror game, and the system can easily drive a high-refresh-rate 1440p monitor at High settings without compromise. At 4K, the performance drops further: 164 FPS on Low, 134 FPS on Medium, 110 FPS on High, and 69 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Medium setting has a min FPS of 114 and max of 154, which is a tighter range than 1440p, likely due to the GPU being consistently loaded.

The jump from High to Ultra at 4K is particularly steep, from 110 FPS down to 69 FPS, a 37% reduction. This indicates that Ultra settings in Downfall at 4K include some very demanding effects that heavily tax the GPU. For players targeting 4K, the data suggests that High settings are the practical ceiling for maintaining a smooth 100+ FPS experience, while Ultra is reserved for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate. At 1080p, even Ultra settings deliver 155 FPS, which is far more than enough for any display, proving that this combo is overkill for lower resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Downfall at 4K with high settings?

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average of 110 FPS at 4K High settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Even at 4K Ultra, it maintains 69 FPS, though players may prefer High for a more consistent frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the system achieves up to 369 FPS on Low settings, which suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at this resolution, as the GPU has ample headroom. However, the Ryzen 5 7400F's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to avoid any noticeable bottleneck.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for a 144Hz monitor?

A: At 1440p High settings, the combo delivers 177 FPS, which exceeds 144Hz. Even at 1440p Ultra, it hits 111 FPS, which is below 144Hz but still smooth. For a 144Hz display, 1440p High is the optimal choice.

Q: How does the GPU's 16 GB VRAM affect performance?

A: The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with 672.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that Downfall's high-resolution textures are loaded without stuttering, even at 4K Ultra where the game demands significant memory resources.

Q: What is the frame time consistency at Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the min and max FPS are 257 and 347, respectively, showing a very tight range. At 1440p Medium, the range is 183 to 248, and at 4K Medium, it is 114 to 154, indicating consistent performance with no major dips.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combo ranks 289th out of 2928 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the top 10%. The GPU is in the 76th percentile and the CPU is in the 83rd percentile, showing a well-balanced pairing.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth provide ample data throughput for feeding the GPU in Downfall. The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 25645 and single-thread score of 3689 place it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, which is a strong showing for a processor that is not the top of its line.

In the context of Downfall, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, AI, and physics calculations, as well as to prepare draw calls for the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system hits 369 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit for this game, as the GPU is far from saturated at that resolution. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, has an average score that is 0.1% higher, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H is 0.2% lower, indicating that the 7400F is competitively positioned among its peers. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072 further confirm its ability to handle both multithreaded workloads and single-threaded game logic.

The CPU's 65W TDP and 5 nm process node make it an efficient choice, but more importantly for gaming, its high boost clock ensures that single-threaded performance is excellent, which is crucial for games like Downfall that may not fully utilize all cores. The measured FPS at 1440p and 4K shows that the CPU is not a bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the GPU becomes the limiting factor, but at 1080p, the CPU's performance ceiling is what caps the frame rate. This balance is ideal for a system that targets high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, where the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid limiting the GPU, and the GPU delivers the raw rendering power needed for the game's atmospheric visuals.