Downfall

# Downfall with AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti produces a compelling dataset in Downfall, a 2016 horror title that clearly responds to both CPU and GPU scaling. Measured FPS across three resolutions and four settings tiers shows this combo hitting 361 FPS at 1080p Low, dropping to 68 FPS at 4K Ultra, with a combo rank of 515 out of 3,716 tested combinations. The data reveals a system that is powerful enough to saturate high-refresh displays at lower resolutions but becomes increasingly GPU-limited as resolution climbs, though the CPU's 3D V-Cache and the GPU's 12 GB VRAM both play distinct roles in shaping the final numbers.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on Zen 3 architecture, built on TSMC's 7 nm process with 8,850 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, and it carries 96 MB of shared L3 cache — a defining feature for this chip. The CPU draws 105 W TDP, fits AMD Socket AM4, and supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. It launched in April 2022 with a launch MSRP of $449, and its production status is end-of-life.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 80th percentile versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27,896. The nearest rivals show tight competition: the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U scores 27,887 (0% delta), the Intel Core i9-10900K scores 27,872 (0.1% ahead of the 5800X3D), the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 scores 27,932 (-0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i5-12600KF scores 27,799 (0.3% ahead). These near-identical scores indicate that in synthetic multi-threaded workloads, the 5800X3D trades blows with mobile and older desktop parts, but its real advantage lies in the 96 MB L3 cache.

Single-thread scores are modest: 884 in 3DMark single-thread, 241 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1,452 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 2,017 in Geekbench single-core. Multi-thread performance is stronger, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 14,317 and Geekbench multi-core at 11,765. The 3DMark thread scaling shows 1,746 for 2 threads, 3,392 for 4 threads, 5,906 for 8 threads, and 7,285 for max threads, suggesting that Downfall benefits from additional threads up to a point.

In this game, the CPU's role becomes apparent when examining the FPS scaling. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 361 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can show, indicating the CPU is feeding frames efficiently. The 3D V-Cache likely helps with the horror game's asset streaming and AI computations, though the data does not isolate CPU versus GPU contribution directly. The 105 W TDP and 8-core design suggest headroom for sustained loads, and the benchmark scores indicate the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions where FPS exceeds 300. At 4K Ultra, the FPS drops to 68, which is more consistent with GPU limitation, but the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads still provide enough throughput to avoid stalling the pipeline.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD104 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die. It features 7,680 shading units, 240 TMUs, 80 ROPs, 60 RT cores, and 240 tensor cores. The base clock is 2310 MHz with a boost clock of 2610 MHz, and memory runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed. The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s bandwidth. It consumes 285 W TDP, requires a 600 W suggested PSU, and uses a 1x 16-pin power connector. The card is dual-slot, 285 mm long, and launched in January 2023 with a launch MSRP of $799. It is now end-of-life, with the GeForce 30 as predecessor and GeForce 50 as successor.

GPU benchmark results place it in the 84th percentile versus all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44,795. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile at 45,152 (-0.8% delta), the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT at 45,384 (-1.3% delta), the NVIDIA RTX A6000 at 44,075 (1.6% delta), and the Intel Arc A730M at 45,592 (-1.7% delta). These deltas show the RTX 4070 Ti sits within 2% of a mobile flagship and a workstation card, but the Passmark G3D score of 31,624 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,024 indicate strong rasterization performance.

In Downfall, the GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are likely sufficient for the 2016 horror title's textures and effects, even at 4K Ultra. The data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p, the GPU is not the limiting factor at Low settings (361 FPS), but at 4K Ultra (68 FPS), the GPU's rendering load dominates. The 68 FPS at 4K Ultra versus 154 FPS at 1080p Ultra suggests a 2.26x FPS drop, which is less than the 4x pixel count increase (from 2.07 million pixels at 1080p to 8.29 million at 4K), indicating that the GPU is not purely pixel-bound but also affected by other settings. The 12 GB VRAM is not shown to be a constraint, as no FPS anomalies or texture pop-in data are present in the measured rows.

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

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance for settings choices. At 1080p, all settings tiers deliver playable frame rates, but the differences are stark. Low runs at 361 FPS, Medium at 300 FPS, High at 246 FPS, and Ultra at 154 FPS. The jump from High to Ultra costs 92 FPS (a 37% drop), which is substantial for a visual gain that may not be easily perceptible in a horror game's dark scenes. Medium at 300 FPS is only 17% slower than Low but likely offers better visual fidelity, making it the sweet spot for 1080p high-refresh displays.

At 1440p, the pattern shifts. Low delivers 262 FPS, Medium 214 FPS, High 176 FPS, and Ultra 110 FPS. The Medium setting at 214 FPS still exceeds 200 FPS, providing a smooth experience on most high-refresh monitors. High at 176 FPS is also viable, but Ultra at 110 FPS, while playable, represents a 48% drop from Medium. For 1440p, Medium or High are the recommended presets, with Medium offering the best balance between frame rate and visual quality.

At 4K, the choices narrow. Low runs at 163 FPS, Medium at 133 FPS, High at 109 FPS, and Ultra at 68 FPS. The Medium preset at 133 FPS is the highest setting that stays above 120 FPS, making it the recommended choice for 4K gaming on this hardware. High at 109 FPS is still smooth for many displays, but Ultra at 68 FPS dips below the 70 FPS threshold that some players consider minimum for a responsive horror experience. The data suggests Medium at 4K is the best compromise, as it retains 133 FPS while presumably offering better shadows, textures, and effects than Low at 163 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti combination ranks 515th out of 3,716 tested combos in Downfall, placing it in the top 13.9% of all systems tested. This is a strong showing, especially considering the CPU's 80th percentile and GPU's 84th percentile scores. The rank indicates that while this combo is not at the absolute top, it outperforms the vast majority of tested configurations.

The rank relative to the CPU's nearest rivals is informative. The CPU's synthetic benchmarks are nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (0% delta), Intel Core i9-10900K (0.1% delta), and Intel Core i5-12600KF (0.3% delta), yet the 5800X3D's 96 MB L3 cache may give it an edge in Downfall's specific workload. The GPU's rivals, including the RTX 5090 Mobile (-0.8% delta) and RTX A6000 (1.6% delta), are within a small margin, but the 4070 Ti's 12 GB VRAM and desktop power envelope likely contribute to its rank.

The combo rank of 515 out of 3,716 suggests that the 5800X3D + RTX 4070 Ti is a well-balanced pairing for Downfall, but not the absolute best. The 1080p Low FPS of 361 and 4K Ultra FPS of 68 bracket the performance range, and the rank reflects that this system can handle the game at high frame rates across all settings but falls short of the top-tier combos that might exceed 400 FPS at 1080p or maintain 100+ FPS at 4K Ultra. The data implies that this combo is best suited for 1440p gaming, where it delivers 110-262 FPS depending on settings, which is a robust range for competitive play.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Downfall, and at what settings?*

A: The highest average FPS is 361, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. At 4K, the highest is 163 FPS at Low, and at 1440p, the highest is 262 FPS at Low.

Q: How does the CPU's 96 MB L3 cache impact performance in this game?

A: The 5800X3D's 96 MB shared L3 cache is a defining feature that likely helps with Downfall's asset loading and AI computations, though the measured data does not isolate cache effects. The CPU's average benchmark score of 27,896 and 80th percentile ranking suggest it is competitive with rivals like the Intel Core i9-10900K (27,872 score, 0.1% delta) and AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27,887 score, 0% delta).

*Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB VRAM sufficient for 4K Ultra in Downfall?*

A: The measured data shows 68 FPS at 4K Ultra with 12 GB VRAM, indicating the memory is sufficient for this 2016 title at those settings. The GPU's 504.2 GB/s bandwidth and 192-bit bus provide enough throughput, as no VRAM-related stutters or errors are recorded in the FPS data.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: Medium at 1440p delivers 214 FPS, which is the highest preset that stays above 200 FPS. High at 176 FPS is also viable, but Medium offers a 21.6% FPS advantage over High. Ultra at 110 FPS is a 48.6% drop from Medium and may not be worth the visual gain.

Q: How does this combo's rank compare to other tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 515th out of 3,716 tested, placing it in the top 13.9%. This is consistent with the CPU's 80th percentile and GPU's 84th percentile scores, indicating a strong but not top-tier pairing.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more at 4K?

A: The FPS drop from 1080p Low (361 FPS) to 4K Low (163 FPS) is a 54.8% reduction, while the drop from 1080p Ultra (154 FPS) to 4K Ultra (68 FPS) is 55.8%, suggesting the GPU is the primary limiter at 4K. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads maintain sufficient throughput, as the FPS scaling is more consistent with GPU rendering load than CPU thread saturation.

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

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are: Low at 361 FPS, Medium at 300 FPS with a min of 255 and max of 345, High at 246 FPS, and Ultra at 154 FPS. The Medium preset shows a 90 FPS range between min and max, indicating some frame time variance, while Low, High, and Ultra have no recorded min/max values, suggesting more stable frame pacing.

At 2560x1440, the data shows: Low at 262 FPS, Medium at 214 FPS with a min of 182 and max of 246, High at 176 FPS, and Ultra at 110 FPS. The Medium preset's min-to-max range is 64 FPS, narrower than at 1080p, which may indicate reduced CPU bottlenecking at higher resolution. The 1440p Medium FPS of 214 is 28.7% lower than 1080p Medium's 300 FPS, showing the resolution impact.

At 3840x2160, the measured FPS values are: Low at 163 FPS, Medium at 133 FPS with a min of 113 and max of 153, High at 109 FPS, and Ultra at 68 FPS. The Medium preset's min-to-max range is 40 FPS, the tightest of all resolutions, suggesting the GPU is more consistently loaded at 4K. The Ultra setting at 68 FPS is the only preset that falls below 100 FPS across all resolutions and settings.

Comparing settings tiers across resolutions, the Low preset drops from 361 FPS at 1080p to 262 FPS at 1440p (a 27.4% drop) and then to 163 FPS at 4K (a 37.8% drop from 1440p). The Ultra preset drops from 154 FPS at 1080p to 110 FPS at 1440p (a 28.6% drop) and then to 68 FPS at 4K (a 38.2% drop from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across settings indicates that resolution scaling is uniform regardless of quality preset.

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

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern of GPU limitation. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 361 at 1080p to 262 at 1440p (a 27.4% reduction) and then to 163 at 4K (a 37.8% reduction from 1440p). The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 54.8%. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 154 at 1080p to 110 at 1440p (a 28.6% reduction) and then to 68 at 4K (a 38.2% reduction from 1440p), totaling 55.8% from 1080p to 4K.

These percentages are remarkably similar across settings tiers, which indicates that the limiting component scales with resolution in a predictable way. The pixel count increases by 2.25x from 1080p to 1440p and by 4x from 1080p to 4K. If the GPU were purely pixel-bound, the FPS would drop by roughly the inverse of these pixel ratios. The observed drop of 27.4% from 1080p to 1440p is less than the 55.6% that a pure pixel-bound scenario would predict (1 - 1/2.25), suggesting that at 1080p, the CPU is partially limiting the frame rate. At 1440p, the drop to 4K of 37.8% is closer to the 55.6% pixel-bound prediction but still less, indicating the GPU is becoming the dominant limiter but the CPU's 8 cores and large L3 cache still contribute to frame delivery.

The data implies that the RTX 4070 Ti is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the 68 FPS at Ultra is likely constrained by the GPU's rendering throughput rather than the CPU. The 5800X3D's 3D V-Cache and 16 threads are sufficient to keep up with the GPU's frame generation at 4K, as evidenced by the consistent FPS scaling. Conversely, at 1080p, the CPU's influence is more pronounced, as the FPS at Low (361) is far above what most displays can show, but the drop to Medium (300) and High (246) suggests that both CPU and GPU are engaged in a balanced dance. The 96 MB L3 cache likely reduces memory latency for the CPU, helping it feed frames faster at lower resolutions where the GPU has spare capacity. Overall, the scaling analysis shows a well-matched combo where the CPU supports high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while the GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth handle 4K adequately, though not at ultra-high refresh rates.