Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a high-end desktop combination for the horror title Downfall. Benchmark data places this combo at rank 113 out of 1,741 tested configurations, with the CPU in the 86th percentile and the GPU in the 88th percentile. Measured frame rates range from 76.8 FPS at 4K Ultra to 395.9 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating strong performance across all tested settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's rank among tested configurations in Downfall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 113th out of 1,741 tested combos in Downfall.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 29,774 on average, placing it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (29,740) and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS (29,856).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER sits in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53,610.

Q: What are the measured FPS at 4K Ultra?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average of 76.8 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance compare?

A: The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score is 959, and its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3,359.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 113 out of 1,741 places it in the upper tier of tested configurations for Downfall. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking indicate that both components are well above average in their respective categories. The CPU's average benchmark score of 29,774 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, which scores 29,740 with a deltaPct of 0.1. The GPU's average score of 53,610 leads the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (53,489) by 0.2% and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (52,086) by 2.9%. These margins are small, but the combination of a top-tier CPU and GPU results in a configuration that consistently delivers high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. It features 32 MB of L3 cache and a 105 W TDP. The CPU's launch MSRP is $249. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,794 and a single-core score of 3,359. Its average benchmark score of 29,774 places it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS. For Downfall, the CPU's multi-threaded capability is relevant for handling game logic and background tasks, while the high boost clock supports single-threaded performance. The 3DMark scores show a clear scaling from 959 in single-thread to 7,683 in 16-thread tests, indicating that the processor can leverage all 16 threads effectively when needed. The 32 MB L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for a horror game that may load many assets in sequence.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets. At 3840x2160, the combo delivers 115.7 FPS on High, 141.9 FPS on Medium, 175 FPS on Low, and 76.8 FPS on Ultra. At 2560x1440, the results are 191.9 FPS on High, 232 FPS on Medium, 284.3 FPS on Low, and 118.7 FPS on Ultra. At 1920x1080, the combo reaches 266.7 FPS on High, 325.6 FPS on Medium, 395.9 FPS on Low, and 167.3 FPS on Ultra. The data shows a consistent pattern: lower settings yield higher frame rates, and lower resolutions amplify this effect. For example, the jump from Ultra to Low at 4K is from 76.8 FPS to 175 FPS, a difference of 98.2 FPS. At 1080p, the same settings change produces a difference of 228.6 FPS, from 167.3 to 395.9. The scaling between resolutions is also notable: at High settings, the frame rate increases from 115.7 FPS at 4K to 191.9 FPS at 1440p and 266.7 FPS at 1080p, showing that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 2,295 MHz with a boost of 2,550 MHz, and memory runs at 1,438 MHz with 23 Gbps effective. The GPU's launch MSRP is 999 USD. The GPU's average benchmark score is 53,610, placing it 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 2.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. In Downfall, the large VRAM capacity and high bandwidth support high-resolution textures and effects, which is evident in the 4K results where the GPU maintains playable frame rates even at Ultra settings. The 16 GB memory capacity is particularly relevant for a horror game that may use large texture packs and detailed environments. The GPU's 88th percentile ranking confirms that it is a high-end part, and the measured FPS data reflects this: even at 4K Ultra, the combo stays above 76 FPS, which is a strong result for a demanding resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution. At 3840x2160, the High preset delivers 115.7 FPS, which is a smooth experience, while Ultra drops to 76.8 FPS. Medium offers 141.9 FPS, and Low reaches 175 FPS. For players prioritizing visual fidelity at 4K, High is the recommended preset, as it provides a substantial frame rate advantage over Ultra while still offering high-quality visuals. At 2560x1440, Ultra is viable with 118.7 FPS, and High reaches 191.9 FPS, so players can choose Ultra for maximum quality or High for higher headroom. At 1920x1080, all presets exceed 167 FPS, with Low reaching 395.9 FPS, making even Ultra a comfortable choice for high-refresh-rate displays. The data indicates that the combo is capable of running Downfall at high frame rates across all tested settings, with the most balanced experience found at High settings for 4K and Ultra settings for 1440p and 1080p.