Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 pairing in Downfall delivers a performance profile that is heavily dictated by the graphics card, but the CPU's architectural strengths ensure that even at lower resolutions, frame rates remain exceptionally high. The processor, built on the Zen 4 architecture using a 4 nm process, offers 6 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This configuration is more than sufficient to feed the RTX 5070 in a horror title like Downfall, which does not appear to be heavily threaded based on the measured results. The CPU's single-thread and multi-thread capabilities, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 scores of 2943 and 20851 respectively, provide a solid foundation for maintaining high FPS without becoming a bottleneck at 1080p and 1440p. The processor's 16 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth further support smooth data flow for game logic and asset streaming.

The RTX 5070, with its 6144 shading units and 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, provides the raw graphical horsepower. Its 672.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is a critical asset at higher resolutions. The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 29137 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 185269, position it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. This is a powerful combination, but the data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 338.9 FPS, a figure that would stress even the most capable processors, yet the Ryzen 5 8400F keeps pace. This suggests that for Downfall, the CPU's 6-core/12-thread design with its high boost clock is more than adequate, placing the performance ceiling firmly on the GPU.

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

The Ryzen 5 8400F's role in this combo is to provide a stable, high-frequency platform that does not interfere with the GPU's output. With a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, it ensures that single-threaded game logic and draw call processing are handled efficiently. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU's performance is in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25064. This places it in close competition with the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25057, a delta of 0%. This means that in general compute tasks, the 8400F is effectively tied with a previous-generation 8-core part, showing the efficiency of the Zen 4 architecture.

In Downfall, the impact of the CPU is most visible when comparing the scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces 338.9 FPS. This is a CPU-intensive scenario, as the GPU has less work per frame. The fact that the frame rate is so high suggests the CPU is not holding back the GPU. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau where lowering resolution or settings does not yield higher frame rates. The data shows a steady increase in FPS as settings are lowered at 1080p, from 145.1 FPS at Ultra to 338.9 FPS at Low, indicating that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance even at this resolution. The CPU's 12 threads and high clock speed are sufficient to feed the RTX 5070, preventing a CPU-bound scenario that would cap performance.

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

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 8400F compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X in overall benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25064, while the Ryzen 7 2700X scores 25057, resulting in a deltaPct of 0%. They are statistically tied in average performance.

Q: What is the best performance setting at 1440p for a balance of quality and speed?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset achieves an average of 199.9 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 165.1 FPS at High. Given the large jump in frame rate, Medium offers a smoother experience with only a modest visual compromise.

Q: Is the RTX 5070's performance closer to the RTX 3090 or the Tesla M40?

A: The RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 41687. The RTX 3090 scores 41441, a deltaPct of 0.6%, while the Tesla M40 scores 41897, a deltaPct of -0.5%. The RTX 5070 is slightly closer in performance to the RTX 3090.

Q: Does the combo perform better at 1080p High or 1440p Medium?

A: At 1080p High, the average FPS is 224.7. At 1440p Medium, the average FPS is 199.9. The 1080p High setting provides a higher frame rate, but the 1440p Medium setting offers a higher resolution with a still very playable frame rate.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between the Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 151 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 64.7 FPS. This represents a drop of 86.3 FPS when moving to the highest quality preset.

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

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy of settings. At 1080p, the Ultra preset achieves 145.1 FPS, which is still very fluid, but the High preset at 224.7 FPS offers a more significant performance headroom for a relatively minor visual difference. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset at 338.9 FPS is the only way to truly maximize the display's potential, but it comes with a substantial visual quality penalty. The optimal balance at 1080p is the High preset, as it delivers a frame rate well above the 144 Hz threshold while maintaining good graphical fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset yields 165.1 FPS, which is excellent for most gaming scenarios. However, the Medium preset at 199.9 FPS is arguably the better choice for competitive play or for those who prioritize a higher refresh rate over slight visual improvements. The Ultra preset at 103.9 FPS is still playable but may not be ideal for fast-paced horror sections where smoothness is critical. At 4K, the High preset drops to 98.4 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS standard, but the Medium preset at 121.7 FPS provides a more comfortable margin for maintaining high frame rates during intense scenes. The Ultra preset at 64.7 FPS is the most demanding, and while it is playable, it leaves little headroom for frame drops. The best overall experience for a high-refresh-rate monitor is the Medium preset at 1440p, as it provides a high resolution with frame rates that exceed 200 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 314th out of 1741 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the top 18% of all tested systems, indicating a very strong performance level. The rank reflects the high FPS numbers produced by the RTX 5070, which is a top-tier GPU. The CPU's contribution is also positive; its 82nd percentile ranking among all CPUs means it does not drag down the overall score. The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced, with the GPU providing the majority of the performance, but the CPU being a capable partner that does not introduce a significant bottleneck.

The fact that this combo outperforms 1427 other combinations is notable, especially considering the hardware's specifications. The GPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all GPUs is slightly higher than the CPU's 82nd percentile, reinforcing the idea that the RTX 5070 is the primary driver of this combo's high ranking. The CPU's close benchmark parity with the Ryzen 7 2700X (deltaPct of 0%) shows that it is not a weak link, even if it does not have the raw multi-core muscle of some higher-end parts. For a game like Downfall, the ranking indicates that users can expect a top-tier experience without needing to upgrade either component.

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

The scaling of FPS across resolutions shows a classic GPU-bound profile. At 1080p High, the system produces 224.7 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the frame rate drops to 165.1 FPS, a reduction of 59.6 FPS. At 4K High, it further drops to 98.4 FPS. This pattern is consistent with the GPU becoming more constrained as the pixel count increases. The load on the CPU does not change significantly with resolution, but the GPU's workload multiplies. Since the frame rate drops by roughly 26.5% from 1080p to 1440p and by another 40.4% from 1440p to 4K, the scaling is close to what would be expected from a GPU that is nearing its limits at 4K.

The data for the Low settings tells a similar story. At 1080p Low, the system hits 338.9 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 242.4 FPS, and at 4K Low, it falls to 151 FPS. This consistent drop across all settings is a strong indicator that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would see the FPS at 1080p Low and 1440p Low to be much closer, as the CPU would cap the frame rate. The fact that there is a significant drop even at Low settings, where the GPU has the least work to do, confirms that the RTX 5070's raw throughput is the ceiling for this combo. The CPU is delivering frames fast enough, but the GPU cannot render them any faster at higher resolutions.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset achieves an average of 338.9 FPS, which is exceptional for a modern title. The Medium preset reaches 277.7 FPS, while the High preset produces 224.7 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, still averages 145.1 FPS. This range shows that the RTX 5070 is not heavily challenged at this resolution, and the CPU is able to feed it with enough data to maintain very high performance.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains very strong. The Low preset delivers 242.4 FPS, which is still above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors. The Medium preset drops to 199.9 FPS, providing a smooth experience with better visuals. The High preset averages 165.1 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 103.9 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for this combo, as it offers a significant visual upgrade over 1080p while still maintaining frame rates that are well above 100 FPS on all but the Ultra setting.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. The Low preset still manages an excellent 151 FPS, which is surprising for a 4K resolution. The Medium preset averages 121.7 FPS, which is very playable. The High preset drops to 98.4 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 64.7 FPS. While 4K Ultra is playable, it is the only preset that dips below the 100 FPS mark, indicating that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, or for 4K gaming at Medium or High settings.