Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers a strong performance profile in Downfall, a horror title that scales predictably with resolution and settings. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rate gameplay at 1440p, with 4K requiring some settings adjustments to maintain smooth frame rates. This analysis walks through the measured FPS data, the role of the GPU and CPU, and how this specific combo ranks against others in the database.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance decline as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound title like Downfall. At 1080p, the combo produces exceptionally high frame rates, with the Low preset hitting an average of 369 FPS and even the demanding Ultra preset achieving 155 FPS. Moving to 1440p, there is a noticeable but manageable drop: High settings fall from 248 FPS to 177 FPS, a reduction of roughly 29%. The Ultra preset at 1440p still manages 111 FPS, which is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay on high refresh rate monitors.

The transition to 4K (3840x2160) is where the scaling becomes more pronounced. At 4K High, the average FPS drops to 110, which is a 56% decrease from the 1080p High result. The 4K Ultra preset is the most demanding configuration tested, yielding an average of just 69 FPS. This significant drop from 155 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 69 FPS at 4K Ultra indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. The data suggests that while the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER can handle 4K, it requires a compromise on settings to maintain frame rates above 60 FPS. The step from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a dramatic range: 164 FPS at Low versus 69 FPS at Ultra, demonstrating that the game’s visual fidelity settings have a substantial impact on the GPU load.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the central component driving these results, and its specifications align closely with the observed performance scaling. The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. This large memory pool is beneficial for Downfall, a horror game that often features high-resolution textures and complex environments that can consume significant VRAM, especially at 4K. The data shows the 4K High preset runs at 110 FPS, suggesting the 16 GB frame buffer is sufficient for this workload without causing a memory-related bottleneck.

The GPU’s clock speeds are also relevant. With a base clock of 2340 MHz and a boost clock of 2610 MHz, the card is operating at high frequencies. Its FP32 performance is rated at 44.10 TFLOPS, which is a strong indicator of raw compute capability. The benchmark results for the GPU place it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 31087. In the database’s nearest rivals list, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is shown to be slightly behind the NVIDIA TITAN RTX, which has an average score of 31676, representing a delta of -1.9%. This small margin reinforces that the 4070 Ti SUPER is a high-end performer, and the measured FPS in Downfall reflects this, as even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset stays above 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested combinations for Downfall, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER achieves a specific rank. The data places this combo at rank 425 out of a total of 3716 tested combos. This means it outperforms approximately 88.6% of all other system configurations tested in this game. This is a strong showing, positioning the combo well within the top tier of performers. The high ranking is consistent with the measured FPS, which shows the system capable of exceeding 100 FPS at 4K High settings and 248 FPS at 1080p High. The combination of a modern processor and a high-end GPU ensures that neither component becomes a severe bottleneck, allowing the system to maintain high frame rates across various settings and resolutions. The rank of 425 suggests that while there are many faster systems, this setup is far more capable than the majority of those tested, making it a very solid choice for high-refresh-rate gaming in this title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Downfall?*

A: The highest average FPS is 369, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 4K resolution with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 69 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: The average FPS on High settings drops from 248 at 1920x1080 to 110 at 3840x2160, representing a decrease of 138 FPS or about 55.6%.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 183 FPS, with a maximum of 248 FPS and an average of 216 FPS.

*Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested combinations in Downfall?*

A: This combo ranks 425th out of 3716 total tested combinations, placing it in the top 11.4% of all systems tested.

Q: Which preset at 4K provides the highest frame rate?

A: The Low preset at 3840x2160 provides the highest average frame rate of 164 FPS, compared to 134 FPS on Medium, 110 FPS on High, and 69 FPS on Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 4K gaming, the Ultra preset is playable with an average of 69 FPS, but this may not be ideal for fast-paced scenes in a horror title. The High preset at 4K offers a more comfortable 110 FPS average, which is a significant improvement and likely provides a better overall experience without a massive visual downgrade. The Medium preset at 4K provides an average of 134 FPS, with a minimum of 114 FPS, ensuring no noticeable dips below 60 FPS, making it the safest choice for a consistently smooth 4K experience.

At 1440p, the system has ample headroom. The Ultra preset runs at an average of 111 FPS, which is perfectly playable for most users. However, the High preset at 177 FPS is a sweet spot for high refresh rate monitors, offering a significant frame rate increase over Ultra with presumably minor visual differences. For competitive play or maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 1440p achieves 264 FPS. At 1080p, all presets are highly playable, with even the Ultra preset hitting 155 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p, with an average of 302 FPS and a minimum of 257 FPS, provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance for those with 240Hz or higher monitors. The data suggests that for most users, the High preset at 1440p or the Medium preset at 4K offers the best combination of visual fidelity and high, stable frame rates.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix. It has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. In this game, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with enough data to keep it busy, and the high frame rates observed suggest it does this effectively. The CPU’s benchmark scores are strong, with a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 20851 and a single-core score of 2943. The processor’s average benchmark score is 25005, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, has an average score of 24964, a delta of only 0.2%, indicating they are near-identical in overall performance.

The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, where the GPU load is lower, the system still hits an average of 369 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is capable of handling the game’s processing demands without becoming a limiting factor, even at very high frame rates. The CPU’s 16 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s contribute to its ability to maintain smooth performance. While the GPU is clearly the dominant component in this pairing, the Ryzen 5 8400F provides sufficient processing power to avoid creating a significant bottleneck, allowing the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER to perform near its full potential in Downfall.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system’s performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 369 FPS on Low settings, 302 FPS on Medium, 248 FPS on High, and 155 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset at 1080p shows a minimum of 257 FPS and a maximum of 347 FPS, indicating very stable performance. Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS is 264 on Low, 216 on Medium, 177 on High, and 111 on Ultra. The 1440p Medium preset has a minimum of 183 FPS and a maximum of 248 FPS, demonstrating excellent consistency.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops as expected. The Low preset averages 164 FPS, Medium averages 134 FPS, High averages 110 FPS, and Ultra averages 69 FPS. The 4K Medium preset is the only one with a recorded minimum and maximum (114 FPS and 154 FPS, respectively), showing that even at this high resolution, the frame times are stable. The progression from 1080p to 4K shows a clear and consistent decline in performance across all settings, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the most demanding configuration. This data confirms that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a very capable card for Downfall, providing excellent frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, and remaining playable at 4K with settings adjustments.