Downfall

# Downfall with AMD Ryzen 7 5700G + AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX

This combination pairs an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5700G from the 5000 series with the flagship Radeon RX 7900 XTX, a 24 GB GDDR6 card built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The benchmark data for Downfall, a horror title released in 2016, shows this pairing delivers playable frame rates across all tested resolutions, though the relationship between CPU and GPU workload shifts dramatically as resolution increases.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The processor carries a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU connects via PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes and includes integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, though the discrete RX 7900 XTX handles rendering in this setup.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5700G posts a 3DMark single-thread score of 899 and a 2-thread score of 1758, while multithreaded results scale to 5648 at 8 threads and 6629 at 16 threads. Cinebench R23 scores show 1494 single-core and 12830.5 multi-core. PassMark results include a single-thread score of 3283 and a multithread score of 24419. The processor's percentile ranking against all CPUs is 79, with an average benchmark score of 27051. Its nearest rivals in aggregate performance include the Intel Core i9-9900K with a score of 27097 (a -0.2% delta), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 at 26936 (+0.4%), the Intel Core i5-14400T at 27166 (-0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26900 (+0.6%). This places the 5700G essentially at parity with those four alternatives, with deltas within one percentage point in either direction.

For a game like Downfall, the CPU's 8-core/16-thread configuration provides ample threading headroom. The measured frame rates at 1080p, where CPU overhead is most likely to surface, reach as high as 364 FPS on Low settings. That extreme figure suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck even at lower resolutions, as the game can push frame rates far beyond typical display refresh rates. The single-thread performance, while not class-leading, is sufficient to maintain high frame rates in this horror title, which is not known for heavy physics or simulation workloads. The 3DMark max-threads score of 6627, nearly identical to the 16-thread score, indicates the processor reaches its full multithreaded potential without significant scaling losses beyond 8 threads. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz, achievable on a 65 W part, helps maintain responsive frame pacing in scenes with sudden CPU demand spikes common to the horror genre.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is based on the Navi 31 chip with RDNA 3.0 architecture, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It carries 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. The memory clock operates at 2500 MHz, which translates to 20 Gbps effective. The GPU's base clock is 1929 MHz, with a game clock of 2365 MHz and a boost clock of 2498 MHz. It features 6144 shading units, 384 texture mapping units, and 192 render output units, along with 96 ray tracing cores. Compute performance reaches 61.39 TFLOPS for FP32 and 122.8 TFLOPS for FP16. The card draws up to 355 W and requires a 750 W suggested power supply, with two 8-pin power connectors. Its dimensions are 287 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 51 mm in width, occupying a dual-slot form factor.

The GPU's benchmark results show a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6841, Geekbench OpenCL score of 50465, and Vulkan score of 85612. PassMark results include a G3D score of 31238 and a GPU compute score of 17689. The percentile ranking versus all GPUs is 64, with an average benchmark score of 19410. Interestingly, its nearest rivals in aggregate score are markedly older or lower-tier cards: the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB scores 19334 (+0.4%), the NVIDIA Quadro K5200 scores 19602 (-1%), the AMD FirePro D300 scores 19637 (-1.2%), and the NVIDIA TITAN Xp scores 19177 (+1.2%). This clustering around the 19400 mark reflects the average of diverse workloads, but the RX 7900 XTX's raw specifications — particularly 24 GB VRAM and 960 GB/s bandwidth — make it far more capable in modern gaming scenarios.

In Downfall, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution climbs. At 4K Ultra settings, the average frame rate drops to 68 FPS, which is a 55% reduction from the 4K High average of 109 FPS. The 24 GB VRAM is far beyond what a 2016 horror title requires, so memory capacity is not a limiting factor at any setting. The bandwidth and compute throughput determine how quickly the GPU can process the game's rendering workload. The measured results show the RX 7900 XTX scales predictably with settings: at 1080p, the spread from Low (364 FPS) to Ultra (153 FPS) represents a 58% performance penalty for maximum quality. The high boost clock of 2498 MHz ensures the GPU sustains high utilization even when the CPU is feeding it frames at rates exceeding 300 FPS in lower-detail settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of the Ryzen 7 5700G with the Radeon RX 7900 XTX holds a rank of 524 out of 3716 tested combinations in Downfall. That places it in the top 14.1% of all tested combos, which is a strong showing given the CPU is a mid-range 5000-series part paired with a flagship GPU. The rank reflects the measured frame rates across all resolution and settings combinations, with the 5700G's 8-core performance providing enough headroom to let the RX 7900 XTX operate near its full potential.

The combo's rank relative to the CPU's own percentile (79) and the GPU's percentile (64) suggests that the pairing works better than the GPU's standalone percentile might indicate. This discrepancy arises because the GPU's aggregate benchmark percentile includes compute and professional workloads where the RX 7900 XTX does not dominate, whereas in gaming specifically, its performance is far stronger. The nearest rival GPUs in aggregate score — the GTX 1060 3 GB and TITAN Xp — are not representative of gaming performance parity, as the measured FPS data confirms.

Within the context of Downfall, the combo rank of 524 means there are 523 tested combinations that achieve higher average frame rates across the test matrix. Given that the RX 7900 XTX is one of the fastest consumer GPUs available, those higher-ranked combos likely pair it with stronger CPUs, such as newer Ryzen 7000/9000 series or Intel Core i5/i7/i9 parts with higher single-thread performance. However, the 5700G holds its own well enough that the gap to the top of the ranking is not dramatic. The 3DMark single-thread score of 899 and PassMark single-thread score of 3283 are respectable for a 65 W part, and the measured results show no pathological CPU bottleneck that would tank the rank.

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

The measured data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings levels (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), for a total of 12 data points.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are: Low settings at 364 FPS, Medium at 298 FPS (with a minimum of 253 and maximum of 343), High at 244 FPS, and Ultra at 153 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 58% reduction in frame rate, with each settings tier costing roughly 50-60 FPS on average. The Medium setting's minimum of 253 FPS and maximum of 343 FPS indicate a 90 FPS variance, which is the largest spread among all tested configurations.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates drop to: Low at 260 FPS, Medium at 213 FPS (minimum 181, maximum 245), High at 175 FPS, and Ultra at 109 FPS. The step from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 28-29% across all settings. The Medium variance at 1440p is 64 FPS (181 to 245), which is narrower than at 1080p. The Ultra setting at 1440p hits 109 FPS, which is identical to the 4K High average of 109 FPS — an interesting crossover point.

At 3840x2160, the averages are: Low at 162 FPS, Medium at 132 FPS (minimum 113, maximum 152), High at 109 FPS, and Ultra at 68 FPS. Moving from 1440p to 4K reduces frame rates by 38-41% across settings, a steeper drop than the 1080p to 1440p transition. The Medium setting at 4K shows a variance of 39 FPS (113 to 152), the tightest of all Medium configs. The Ultra setting at 4K, at 68 FPS, is the only configuration that dips below the 100 FPS threshold, and it represents a 55% reduction from the 4K High average.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Downfall with this CPU and GPU combination?

A: Based on the measured data, 2560x1440 offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1440p High settings, the average frame rate is 175 FPS, and even Ultra settings achieve 109 FPS. At 4K, High settings deliver 109 FPS, but Ultra drops to 68 FPS, so 1440p provides more headroom for consistent frame pacing.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance affect gaming in Downfall?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G's single-thread scores (899 in 3DMark single-thread, 1494 in Cinebench R23 single-core) are sufficient to drive frame rates exceeding 360 FPS at 1080p Low settings. The data shows no evidence of CPU limitation, as frame rates scale smoothly with GPU load across resolutions.

Q: Is the 24 GB VRAM on the RX 7900 XTX necessary for this game?

A: Downfall, released in 2016, does not require anywhere near 24 GB of VRAM at any tested resolution or settings level. The measured frame rates show consistent scaling without VRAM-related stutters, indicating the memory capacity is not a limiting factor. The GPU's bandwidth and compute throughput are the relevant performance determinants.

Q: How does the combo rank compare to the individual component percentiles?

A: The combo ranks 524 out of 3716 tested combinations (top 14.1%), while the CPU sits at the 79th percentile and the GPU at the 64th percentile among their respective categories. The combo's strong rank suggests the pairing is well-matched for this game, with the CPU providing enough throughput to utilize the GPU effectively.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Medium and High settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, Medium settings average 132 FPS (minimum 113, maximum 152), while High settings average 109 FPS. The difference is 23 FPS, or roughly 17% lower performance at High. Both settings maintain playable frame rates, but Medium offers more headroom above 120 FPS.

Q: Does the game scale better at higher resolutions with this combo?

A: The performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is approximately 28-29%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is approximately 38-41%. This indicates the GPU becomes more heavily utilized at higher resolutions, and the scaling pattern is consistent with a GPU-bound workload at 4K, particularly at Ultra settings where the frame rate drops to 68 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on settings selection based on target frame rates and resolution. For players seeking the highest visual fidelity with a 60 FPS target, the 4K Ultra setting at 68 FPS average exceeds that threshold, though it offers limited headroom for demanding scenes. The 4K High setting at 109 FPS is a better choice for smoother motion, sacrificing some visual effects for a 60% frame rate increase over Ultra. At 1440p, the Ultra setting delivers 109 FPS, which matches the 4K High average, making it the optimal choice for 1440p displays with high refresh rates. The 1440p High setting at 175 FPS is ideal for 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitors, providing enough margin to avoid drops below the refresh rate. At 1080p, all settings exceed 150 FPS, so the choice depends on display refresh rate: Low at 364 FPS suits 360 Hz panels, Medium at 298 FPS suits 240 Hz panels, and High at 244 FPS suits 240 Hz panels with better quality. The Ultra setting at 1080p (153 FPS) is the only config that drops below 200 FPS, but it still comfortably exceeds 144 Hz. The Medium settings consistently show the tightest minimum-to-maximum variance at each resolution, indicating more stable frame delivery, which is valuable in a horror game where sudden frame hitches can break immersion. For the best overall experience balancing quality and performance, the 1440p High setting at 175 FPS is recommended, with 4K High at 109 FPS as the upgrade path for resolution-focused players.

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

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the shifting bottleneck between CPU and GPU as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the average frame rate is 364 FPS, dropping to 260 FPS at 1440p Low (a 28.6% reduction) and then to 162 FPS at 4K Low (a 37.7% reduction from 1440p). This pattern — a smaller drop from 1080p to 1440p and a larger drop from 1440p to 4K — indicates that at 1080p, the CPU begins to limit performance, as the GPU could theoretically render more frames if the CPU could feed them faster. The 5700G's single-thread performance (899 in 3DMark single-thread) caps the low-settings frame rate around 364 FPS, which is why the 1440p Low average of 260 FPS shows a proportional drop that is less severe than what pure GPU scaling would predict.

At High settings, the progression is 244 FPS at 1080p, 175 FPS at 1440p (a 28.3% drop), and 109 FPS at 4K (a 37.7% drop). This consistent pattern across Low, Medium, and High settings suggests the 5700G maintains sufficient CPU throughput to keep the GPU fed until frame rates exceed roughly 300 FPS, after which CPU limitations emerge. The Medium settings show the same relative drops: 298 to 213 FPS (28.5%) from 1080p to 1440p, and 213 to 132 FPS (38.0%) from 1440p to 4K. The Ultra setting shows a slightly different pattern: 153 FPS at 1080p, 109 FPS at 1440p (28.8% drop), and 68 FPS at 4K (37.6% drop from 1440p). This consistency across all settings levels indicates that the scaling behavior is resolution-driven rather than settings-driven, pointing to the GPU as the dominant limiting factor at 4K.

The fact that 1080p Ultra (153 FPS) matches 1440p Ultra (109 FPS) in the same ratio as other settings confirms that the CPU is not a bottleneck even at Ultra with its higher draw calls and physics load. The 5700G's 8-core/16-thread configuration, with a max-threads 3DMark score of 6627, provides ample parallel processing headroom. At 4K Ultra, the 68 FPS average suggests the GPU's compute resources are fully saturated, as the frame rate drops to a level where the horror genre's ambient occlusion, volumetric effects, and shadow quality place heavy demands on the 6144 shading units. The 960 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient at 4K, as evidenced by the smooth scaling without a cliff-edge drop that would indicate memory bandwidth exhaustion. Overall, the data shows a well-balanced pairing where the CPU's limits only emerge at frame rates above 300 FPS, and the GPU becomes the clear limiting component at 4K Ultra, producing a 68 FPS average that remains playable but far from the high-refresh territory achievable at lower resolutions.