Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers exceptional performance in Downfall, a 2016 horror title, based on the measured data. The combination ranks 49th out of 1,741 tested combos, placing it in the top 3% of all configurations. This pairing of a Zen 3 octa-core processor with the flagship Ada Lovelace GPU produces remarkably high frame rates across all tested resolutions, from 380.9 FPS at 1080p Low to 86.1 FPS at 4K Ultra. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at lower resolutions, with the CPU becoming more relevant as settings and resolution increase. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results, GPU role, ranking, FPS breakdown, resolution scaling, and settings recommendations using only the provided FACT PACK data.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Downfall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination ranks 49th out of 1,741 tested combos. This places it in the 97th percentile of all configurations tested for this game.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 resolution with High settings, the measured average FPS is 209.3. This is a substantial frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of most high-end monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 4090's memory bandwidth contribute to performance?

A: The RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. This high bandwidth is critical for handling texture data and geometry at high resolutions and settings in Downfall.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS drops from 380.9 on Low settings to 186.5 on Ultra settings. This represents a 194.4 FPS decrease, showing that Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700X a bottleneck for the RTX 4090 in this game?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at most settings. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 380.9 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide sufficient throughput for Downfall's engine.

Q: What is the RTX 4090's rank among all GPUs based on its average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4090 holds the 91st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 66,473. Its nearest rival by score is the NVIDIA Tesla T4, which has a delta of -0.4%.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is the dominant component in this configuration, and its specifications directly explain the high frame rates observed. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2235 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, providing the raw processing power needed for Downfall's horror environments. The 16,384 shading units and 512 texture mapping units allow for extremely fast pixel and texture processing, which is reflected in the high FPS numbers at all resolutions.

The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. This is particularly important for a game like Downfall, which may need to stream large textures and complex geometry. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains an average of 86.1 FPS, suggesting the memory subsystem is not saturated. The GPU's 128 RT cores and 512 tensor cores are available for any ray tracing or DLSS features the game might support, though the measured FPS values do not specify if these are enabled.

The RTX 4090's FP32 performance of 82.58 TFLOPS is a key indicator of its capability. This compute power allows the GPU to handle the complex lighting and shadow calculations typical of the horror genre, which often relies on dynamic lighting for atmosphere. The GPU's pixel rate of 443.5 GPixel/s ensures that even at 4K resolution, the fill rate is sufficient to maintain smooth performance. The data confirms that the RTX 4090 is the primary driver of performance in this combo, with its specifications aligning with the measured FPS across all settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination achieves a rank of 49 out of 1,741 tested combos in Downfall. This top-50 placement indicates that this specific pairing is among the most performant configurations for this game. The ranking reflects the synergy between the CPU and GPU, where neither component significantly limits the other in most scenarios.

To contextualize this ranking, the CPU's average benchmark score is 26,214, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-11900KF with an average score of 26,196, a delta of just 0.1%. The GPU's average benchmark score is 66,473, placing it in the 91st percentile. The nearest GPU rival is the NVIDIA Tesla T4 with a score of 66,733, a delta of -0.4%. These benchmark scores show that both components are high performers individually, and their combination in this game yields a top-3% result.

The combo rank of 49 out of 1,741 means that only 48 other combinations of CPUs and GPUs produced higher average FPS in Downfall. Given that the RTX 4090 is an end-of-life product and the Ryzen 7 5700X is a mid-range 2022 CPU, this ranking is particularly strong. The data suggests that the game is not heavily CPU-dependent, allowing the GPU to reach its full potential. The high rank reflects the RTX 4090's raw power, as the CPU's performance is sufficient but not the main driver of the result.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance: 380.9 FPS on Low, 349.8 FPS on Medium, 296.5 FPS on High, and 186.5 FPS on Ultra. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-limited, as even the most demanding preset maintains a frame rate far above typical display refresh rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the FPS decreases proportionally but remains very high. The system achieves 316.7 FPS on Low, 260.8 FPS on Medium, 209.3 FPS on High, and 132.7 FPS on Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution is 184 FPS, which is less severe than at 1080p, but still shows the impact of increased settings on GPU load. At 1440p, the system is still clearly GPU-bound, with the CPU providing adequate headroom.

At 3840x2160, the performance is more moderate but still impressive for 4K gaming. The system delivers 195.9 FPS on Low, 159.8 FPS on Medium, 131.3 FPS on High, and 86.1 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the only one below 100 FPS, indicating that this is the most demanding configuration tested. The progression from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the gap between settings presets narrows in absolute terms, but the relative performance drop remains significant.

Resolution Scaling

The data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 380.9 at 1080p to 316.7 at 1440p, and then to 195.9 at 4K. This represents a 48.6% decrease from 1080p to 4K. At High settings, the FPS drops from 296.5 at 1080p to 209.3 at 1440p, and then to 131.3 at 4K, a 55.7% decrease. The percentage drop is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, where the number of pixels is the primary factor.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep. At Medium settings, FPS drops from 260.8 at 1440p to 159.8 at 4K, a 38.7% decrease. This is a larger proportional drop than from 1080p to 1440p, which only sees a 25.4% decrease for the same settings. This nonlinear scaling suggests that at 4K, the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources are being taxed more heavily, leading to diminishing returns as resolution increases.

The limiting component in this configuration is clearly the GPU. At 1080p, the CPU could theoretically push even higher frame rates, but the GPU's rendering capacity is the bottleneck. As resolution increases, the GPU's workload grows, and the FPS drops accordingly. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for Downfall, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at 1080p Low. The data shows that this game is not CPU-limited at any tested resolution or setting, solidifying the GPU as the performance determinant.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the desired balance between visual quality and frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 296.5 FPS offers an excellent experience, providing a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a frame rate far beyond what any display can show. The Ultra preset at 186.5 FPS is also viable, delivering the best visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1440p, the High preset at 209.3 FPS is the recommended choice for most users. This setting provides a strong balance, with a frame rate that exceeds 144 Hz displays and approaches 240 Hz capability. The Medium preset at 260.8 FPS is preferable for competitive play or for those with high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Ultra preset at 132.7 FPS still delivers a smooth experience but may require a monitor with adaptive sync to prevent tearing.

For 4K gaming, the High preset at 131.3 FPS is the sweet spot. This setting provides high visual quality while maintaining a frame rate that is suitable for most 120 Hz displays. The Medium preset at 159.8 FPS offers a safer margin for 144 Hz 4K monitors, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often significant. The Ultra preset at 86.1 FPS is playable but may feel less responsive on high-refresh displays. The Low preset at 195.9 FPS is not recommended for 4K, as the visual compromise outweighs the frame rate benefit, which is already high. The data suggests that High settings at 4K offer the best overall experience, balancing the game's horror atmosphere with smooth performance.