Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER pairing in Downfall produces a dataset that invites close reading, particularly because the measured frame rates reveal a system that is consistently capable but whose performance ceiling shifts dramatically based on how the graphics workload is configured. The combination ranks 2157th out of 3716 tested combos in this title, placing it squarely in the middle of the database, yet the individual component profiles suggest a pairing that is more balanced than the raw position implies.

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

The processor at the heart of this configuration is an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 part built on a 7 nm process. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz provide the computational headroom needed for a horror title like Downfall, which tends to favor consistent frame pacing over raw multi-threaded throughput. The CPU's benchmark scores reinforce this: a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 20655 and a single-core result of 2916 indicate strong per-thread performance, which is often more relevant for game logic and physics in genres that rely on tension and scripted events.

The 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth mean the CPU is not a power-hungry outlier, but its 16 MB of L3 cache is partitioned across the chiplet design. In the context of Downfall, the data suggests that the CPU is rarely the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system delivers 210 FPS average, a result that would be bottlenecked by the GPU if the CPU were weak. Since we see such a high frame rate at the lowest settings, the Ryzen 7 5700 demonstrably has enough single-thread headroom to feed the RTX 2070 SUPER. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3296 and Geekbench single-core score of 1907 confirm that individual core performance is robust, which is critical for a game that likely has a primary gameplay thread.

However, the picture is not entirely one-sided. The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 versus its 2-thread score of 1762 shows that scaling efficiency drops off as more threads are utilized, a common trait for gaming workloads. The benchmark results indicate that the CPU holds its own, but the measured FPS data shows that its influence wanes as resolution increases. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 39, which is far below what the CPU's single-thread capability would suggest if it were the primary driver. Therefore, the role of the Ryzen 7 5700 in this game is to provide a stable foundation — it will not be the component that forces a frame rate ceiling until very high refresh rates at 1080p, where its 3DMark single-thread score of 901 becomes more relevant.

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

The graphics side is handled by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, a Turing architecture chip with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. Its memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is a key specification for a horror game that likely uses high-resolution textures to create atmosphere. The GPU's base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz, combined with 2560 shading units, give it a theoretical FP32 throughput of 9.062 TFLOPS. These specifications translate into a PassMark G3D score of 18169, placing the GPU in the 65th percentile of all GPUs.

The data strongly indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing. When we look at the FPS deltas between Low and Ultra settings, the GPU's workload scaling becomes apparent. At 1080p, moving from Low (210 FPS) to Ultra (88 FPS) represents a 58% reduction in frame rate. This is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario, where the graphics card's shading units and memory subsystem are being saturated by increased visual fidelity. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra result of 39 FPS suggests that both the memory capacity and the compute throughput are stretched thin at the highest resolution and settings.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Arc B570 and Arc A750, with the RTX 2070 SUPER scoring 1.3% and 1.5% lower respectively in average benchmark scores. This puts it in a competitive position for its generation, but the measured game data shows that it has clear limits. The 4K Medium result of 77 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS indicates that the GPU can manage 4K only when detail settings are moderated. The VRAM bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s becomes a potential constraint at 4K Ultra, where the 39 FPS average likely reflects texture thrashing or memory pressure, not just raw compute limits.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700 and RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a rank of 2157 out of 3716 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the 42nd percentile of all configurations in the database, meaning that 58% of tested combos outperform it. This mid-pack positioning is informative because it demonstrates that while the individual components are competent, they are not top-tier for this specific title. The CPU itself ranks in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU in the 65th percentile, yet their combined performance in this game is lower than either percentile would suggest.

This discrepancy implies that Downfall may have specific engine characteristics that penalize this pairing. The combo's rank relative to its parts suggests that the game might be more sensitive to memory latency or specific instruction sets than to raw compute. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, has a delta of 0.3% in average benchmark scores, indicating the 5700 is slightly weaker, but the game data shows that the real bottleneck appears elsewhere. The GPU's nearest rival, the Quadro M4000M, is 1% faster in average benchmarks, yet the RTX 2070 SUPER's gaming performance is what matters here.

The data shows that the combo rank is not a reflection of a weak link, but rather a sign that this pairing is average for the database as a whole. In practical terms, the system is capable of playing Downfall well at 1080p and 1440p, but it lacks the headroom to be considered a high-end configuration. The rank of 2157 is a statistical summary that aligns with the measured FPS data, which shows strong performance at lower settings and significant drops at 4K Ultra.

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

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest results. Low settings produce an average of 210 FPS, Medium 172 FPS with a minimum of 146 and maximum of 198, High 141 FPS, and Ultra 88 FPS. The step from High to Ultra is particularly steep, a 37.6% drop, suggesting that the Ultra preset introduces effects that are disproportionately heavy on the GPU. The 1080p numbers confirm that for competitive or high-refresh-rate play, the system is more than adequate, with even High settings exceeding 140 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the FPS figures scale downward as expected. Low settings yield 150 FPS, Medium 123 FPS with a minimum of 105 and maximum of 141, High 101 FPS, and Ultra 63 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a healthy frame time consistency, with the minimum being 85% of the average. Ultra at 1440p drops to the same 63 FPS as High at 4K, which is a noteworthy data point for understanding the game's scaling behavior.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings produce 94 FPS, Medium 77 FPS with a minimum of 65 and maximum of 88, High 63 FPS, and Ultra 39 FPS. The 4K High result of 63 FPS is barely playable for some users, while Ultra at 39 FPS is likely not a viable experience. The minimum FPS of 65 at 4K Medium shows that even at this resolution, the frame pacing remains stable, but the average drops indicate that the GPU is running out of compute headroom.

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

The scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound curve. For Low settings, the FPS drops from 210 at 1080p to 94 at 4K, a 55.2% reduction. For Medium, it falls from 172 to 77, a 55.2% reduction as well. High settings drop from 141 to 63, a 55.3% reduction, and Ultra from 88 to 39, a 55.7% reduction. The consistency of these percentage drops across all settings is striking. It indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor at every resolution, and the scaling is almost perfectly linear with the number of pixels.

If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect the FPS to plateau at lower resolutions, with 1080p and 1440p producing similar frame rates. That is not the case here. The 1080p High result of 141 FPS versus the 1440p High result of 101 FPS shows a 28.4% drop, which is proportional to the pixel count increase of 78%. This suggests that the GPU is being pushed harder at each resolution step, and the CPU has enough headroom to keep up even at 1080p.

The data implies that to improve performance at 4K, one would need a more powerful GPU, as the RTX 2070 SUPER is clearly the constraint. The 4K Ultra result of 39 FPS is particularly telling — the game's Ultra preset likely includes ray tracing or other Turing-era features that overload the 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores. The 4K Medium result of 77 FPS shows that the GPU can handle 4K when settings are moderated, but the scaling curve makes it clear that the GPU is the limiting component.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1080p, the High preset at 141 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, as it is well above the 60 FPS threshold and leaves headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra at 88 FPS is playable but the 37.6% drop from High suggests diminishing returns. For users with high refresh rate monitors, Low at 210 FPS is viable, but the visual compromise is significant.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 123 FPS is the clear recommendation. It delivers a smooth experience with a minimum of 105 FPS, ensuring no stutter during intense horror sequences. High at 101 FPS is also acceptable, but the Medium preset's minimum FPS of 105 versus High's lack of a reported minimum suggests Medium is more consistent. Ultra at 63 FPS is borderline for a horror game where frame pacing can affect the atmosphere.

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. Medium at 77 FPS is the only preset that comes close to a playable experience, though the minimum of 65 FPS is concerning. Low at 94 FPS is technically smoother but sacrifices too much visual detail for a game that relies on atmosphere. High at 63 FPS and Ultra at 39 FPS are not recommended due to their low averages. The data suggests that 4K is only viable with Medium settings or lower, and users prioritizing visuals should consider 1440p Ultra instead, which achieves the same 63 FPS as 4K High but with better texture detail relative to the resolution.

FAQ

*Q: Is this combination capable of running Downfall at 1440p with high refresh rates?*

A: Yes, the data shows a 1440p High average of 101 FPS and Medium average of 123 FPS. Both exceed the 60 FPS threshold, and the Medium preset's minimum of 105 FPS provides a stable frame pacing suitable for high refresh rate displays.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 4K gameplay with this hardware?

A: The Medium preset at 4K yields an average of 77 FPS with a minimum of 65 FPS. This is the only 4K preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS. Low achieves 94 FPS but sacrifices visual quality, while High drops to 63 FPS and Ultra to 39 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, scores 25530, a delta of 0.1% faster. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640U scores 25485, which is 0.1% slower, and the Ryzen 5 6600H scores 25550, 0.1% faster.

Q: What is the GPU's relative standing compared to similar graphics cards?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20282, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, scores 20480, which is 1% faster. The Intel Arc B570 is 1.3% faster with a score of 20556.

Q: Does the system show signs of CPU bottlenecking at lower resolutions?

A: No, the data indicates the opposite. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 210 FPS, and at 1080p High, it reaches 141 FPS. These high frame rates demonstrate that the CPU has sufficient headroom to feed the GPU, and the consistent FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K confirms a GPU-bound configuration.

Q: What is the frame rate consistency like at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The 1440p Medium preset shows an average of 123 FPS with a minimum of 105 FPS and a maximum of 141 FPS. The minimum is 85.4% of the average, indicating good frame pacing and minimal stutter, which is important for the horror genre's reliance on smooth motion.