Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 pairing delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Downfall, but the data reveals a significant performance cliff at Ultra settings and a clear GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. The combination ranks in the top percentile of tested systems, though its 1080p performance is so extreme that it becomes CPU-limited, making the RTX 4080's headroom untapped at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings, indicating that the RTX 4080 is the dominant factor in this game's rendering pipeline. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 268 FPS at 1920x1080 to 191 FPS at 2560x1440, a decline of 77 FPS. Moving to 3840x2160, the average drops further to 119 FPS, representing a 149 FPS reduction from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-limited scenario, where the rendering resolution directly impacts the workload on the graphics card.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced when examining the lower settings. At Low settings, the 1080p average of 368 FPS drops to 285 FPS at 1440p and then to 178 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is 51.6% at Low settings, compared to a 55.6% drop at High settings. This suggests that even at the lowest graphical fidelity, the GPU is still the primary bottleneck, as the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than capable of feeding the graphics card at these frame rates.

The Medium settings row provides the only min/max FPS data in the pack. At 1920x1080 Medium, the average is 327 FPS with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS. At 2560x1440 Medium, the average drops to 233 FPS, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS. At 3840x2160 Medium, the average is 145 FPS, with a minimum of 123 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS. The gap between minimum and maximum FPS narrows as resolution increases, which indicates that frame time consistency improves at higher resolutions where the GPU is more uniformly saturated.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic resolution sensitivity. The 1080p Ultra average is 168 FPS, which falls to 120 FPS at 1440p and plummets to 74 FPS at 4K. This 94 FPS difference between 1080p and 4K Ultra represents a 55.9% reduction, the largest percentage drop of any setting tier. The data suggests that Ultra settings introduce additional GPU-intensive effects that scale disproportionately with pixel count, making 4K Ultra a demanding target even for the RTX 4080's 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 in this game at any resolution?

A: At 1920x1080, the data indicates CPU limitation. The average FPS at 1080p Low is 368, which is extraordinarily high and approaches the practical limits of the CPU's single-thread performance. The 3dmark_single_thread score of 901 and passmark_single_thread score of 3296 suggest that the CPU's per-core performance becomes the limiting factor at these frame rates. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, as evidenced by the larger FPS drops between resolutions.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a consistent 60+ FPS experience?

A: All tested resolutions and settings combinations achieve an average FPS above 60. The lowest average in the entire dataset is 74 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. For the highest visual fidelity with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS, 4K High at 119 FPS average is viable befitting the RTX 4080's 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs without approaching the 60 FPS threshold.

*Q: How does the RTX 4080's performance in Downfall compare to its nearest rivals?*

A: The RTX 4080's average benchmark score is 54247, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER (54209). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1% (54828) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6% (55698). The data shows the RTX 4080 is competitive with its closest alternatives, with the deltaPct values indicating performance differences of less than 3% across all rivals.

Q: Does the CPU's performance align with its price point relative to competitors?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has a launch MSRP of $179 Illustrating this point, its average benchmark score of 25517 places it 0.1% behind the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530) and 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550). It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485) and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (25446). The CPU's 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms it performs competitively in its segment.

Q: What is the maximum FPS achievable with this hardware configuration?

A: The highest average FPS in the measured data is 368, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 327 FPS at 1080p Medium, followed by 285 FPS at 1440p Low. These results indicate that the RTX 4080 is capable of extremely high frame rates at lower resolutions, but the CPU's 16 threads limit the absolute ceiling to under 400 FPS in this game.

Q: How does the FPS at Medium settings compare to High settings across all resolutions?

A: At 1080p, Medium (327 FPS) is 59 FPS higher than High (268 FPS). At 1440p, Medium (233 FPS) is 42 FPS higher than High (191 FPS). At 4K, Medium (145 FPS) is 26 FPS higher than High (119 FPS). The performance gap narrows as resolution increases, suggesting that the additional GPU workload at higher resolutions reduces the relative impact of the settings tier.

GPU Role

The RTX 4080 is the clear performance driver in this configuration, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth proving sufficient for Downfall's demands across all tested settings. The GPU's 2205 MHz base clock and 2505 MHz boost clock provide the computational throughput needed to achieve the high frame rates observed. The 48.74 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 76 RT cores enable the visual effects present in this horror title, though the game's genre typically does not emphasize ray tracing as heavily as other titles.

The GPU's memory subsystem is critical for 4K performance. With 16 GB of VRAM, the data shows no indication of memory capacity limitations, as even the 4K Ultra setting achieves an average of 74 FPS. The 256-bit memory bus and 22.4 Gbps effective memory speed deliver the 716.8 GB/s bandwidth that prevents memory-bound scenarios at high resolutions. This is evidenced by the relatively smooth FPS scaling from 1440p to 4K, which would show more erratic behavior if memory bandwidth were a constraint.

The RTX 4080's 9728 shading units and 112 ROPs contribute to its pixel throughput of 280.6 GPixel/s, which directly influences the rasterization performance at 4K resolutions. The texture rate of 761.5 GTexel/s ensures that the 304 TMUs can process detailed textures without bottlenecking the shading units. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the upper echelon of graphics cards, and its average benchmark score of 54247 confirms its position as a high-end part.

The GPU's relationship with the CPU is complementary. At 1080p, the RTX 4080's potential is constrained by the Ryzen 7 5700's single-thread performance, as indicated by the 3dmark_single_thread score of 901. However, at 1440p and above, the GPU's workload scales with resolution, allowing it to utilize more of its computational resources. The data shows that the RTX 4080's performance advantage becomes more apparent at higher resolutions, where it can fully leverage its 320 W TDP and advanced Ada Lovelace architecture.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for this hardware combination. At 3840x2160, High settings deliver an average of 119 FPS, which is a 45 FPS improvement over Ultra's 74 FPS while still maintaining a high level of visual quality. The jump from Medium (145 FPS) to High (119 FPS) costs 26 FPS, while the jump from High to Ultra costs another 45 FPS. For 4K users, High settings offer the best balance between visual fidelity and performance, as the 119 FPS average comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, High settings at 191 FPS average are the recommended choice for users with high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium setting (233 FPS) offers a 42 FPS advantage but sacrifices visual quality that may be noticeable in a horror game's atmospheric environments. Ultra at 1440p (120 FPS) remains playable but introduces a 71 FPS penalty compared to High, which is substantial for competitive or fast-paced gameplay. The 1440p High setting provides a strong balance, leveraging the RTX 4080's capabilities without pushing into diminishing returns.

For 1920x1080, the data suggests that High settings (268 FPS) are the most appropriate choice, as the 59 FPS gap between Medium (327 FPS) and High is less impactful at these frame rates. The 1080p Ultra setting (168 FPS) is the only row where the average drops below 200 FPS, indicating that the visual enhancements of Ultra do not justify the 100 FPS loss compared to High. The Low setting (368 FPS) is unnecessary for most users, as the CPU limitation is likely to cause frame pacing issues at such extreme frame rates.

The Medium settings row, which is the only tier with min/max FPS data, demonstrates the consistency of this configuration. At 1080p Medium, the min FPS of 278 and max FPS of 376 show a 98 FPS range, indicating occasional frame spikes. At 4K Medium, the min FPS of 123 and max FPS of 167 show a narrower 44 FPS range, suggesting that higher resolutions provide more consistent frame delivery. This data supports the recommendation for High settings, which likely exhibit similar consistency without the extreme frame rate variability seen at lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700 and RTX 4080 ranks 321st out of 3716 tested combinations in Downfall, placing it in the top 8.6% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the strengths of both components, with the CPU's 78th percentile performance complementing the GPU's 86th percentile performance. The combo's position in the upper echelon is expected given the high-end nature of the RTX 4080, but the ranking also accounts for the CPU's mid-range positioning.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its contribution to this ranking. The Ryzen 7 5700's average benchmark score of 25517 is nearly identical to that of the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (25530, -0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, +0.1%), and AMD Ryzen 5 6600H (25550, -0.1%). The AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (25446, +0.3%) is the closest competitor. These tiny deltaPct values indicate that the CPU's performance is well-matched with its direct rivals, meaning the combo's 321st ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU's performance.

The GPU's rival comparisons further contextualize the combo's ranking. The RTX 4080's average score of 54247 is 0.1% above the RTX 4080 SUPER (54209), which would place these two GPUs in nearly identical positions. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828, +1.1%) and AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698, +2.6%) both outperform the RTX 4080 in raw benchmark scores, but the RTX 4080's 16 GB memory capacity and architecture likely provide advantages in Downfall specifically.

The combo's ranking of 321 out of 3716 is particularly impressive when considering the CPU's price-to-performance positioning. With a launch MSRP of $179 for the CPU and $1,199 for the GPU, this combination represents a significant investment, but the data shows that it delivers top-tier performance in Downfall. The ranking suggests that users seeking high-refresh-rate horror gaming would be well-served by this configuration, as it outperforms the vast majority of tested systems.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4080 and Ryzen 7 5700 produce exceptional frame rates across all settings. Low settings yield an average of 368 FPS, which is the highest measurement in the entire dataset. Medium settings produce an average of 327 FPS, with a minimum of 278 FPS and a maximum of 376 FPS, showing a 98 FPS range. High settings deliver 268 FPS average, while Ultra settings drop to 168 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 200 FPS reduction, with the largest single drop being 100 FPS from High to Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains high but shows the expected reduction from 1080p. Low settings average 285 FPS, which is 83 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 233 FPS, with a minimum of 198 FPS and a maximum of 268 FPS. High settings produce 191 FPS average, while Ultra settings deliver 120 FPS average. The gap between 1080p and 1440p widens as settings increase, from 83 FPS at Low to 48 FPS at Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates demonstrate the GPU's capability at 4K. Low settings average 178 FPS, Medium settings average 145 FPS with a minimum of 123 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS, High settings average 119 FPS, and Ultra settings average 74 FPS. The 1440p to 4K drops are consistent across settings: 107 FPS at Low, 88 FPS at Medium, 72 FPS at High, and 46 FPS at Ultra. These reductions indicate that the RTX 4080's performance scales predictably with resolution.

The Medium settings rows provide the only complete min/max FPS data, offering insights into frame consistency. At 1080p, the 327 FPS average has a 98 FPS spread between min and max, indicating potential frame spikes. At 1440p, the 233 FPS average has a 70 FPS spread, showing improved consistency. At 4K, the 145 FPS average has a 44 FPS spread, demonstrating the most stable frame delivery. This pattern suggests that higher resolutions smooth out frame pacing, likely due to the GPU being consistently saturated rather than alternating between idle and burst states.

The overall dataset confirms that this combination excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K performance remaining highly playable at all settings except Ultra. The 4K Ultra average of 74 FPS is the only measurement below 100 FPS, making it the sole setting where the RTX 4080's performance ceiling is approached. For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, the 1080p Low setting at 368 FPS represents the absolute peak of this hardware combination, though such extreme frame rates are rarely necessary for the horror genre's typically slower-paced gameplay.