Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 presents a compelling dataset for Downfall, a 2016 horror title. The benchmark results reveal a configuration that scales predictably with resolution and settings, showing clear shifts in system bottleneck behavior. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all tested scenarios, interprets the CPU and GPU roles, and provides actionable settings guidance based strictly on the provided facts.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a desktop processor from the 9000 series, built on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge) using a 4 nm process. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, which is notably efficient for its performance class. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 9700X demonstrates strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 31588, while the single-core score is 4459. The Geekbench multicore result is 17002, and the single-core score is 3353. These figures place the CPU at the 89th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36029. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14500HX, scores 35940, a mere 0.2% difference, indicating the 9700X is positioned at a performance parity point with that mobile chip. The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H is slightly ahead at 36165 (-0.4% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 trails at 35802 (+0.6% delta).

For Downfall, a horror game from 2016, the CPU's high single-thread performance is critical for handling game logic, AI, and physics. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 239.4 FPS, which is the highest measured average. This suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at high frame rates. However, the CPU's 8-core/16-thread design is more than sufficient for a title of this era, likely making the GPU the primary limiter at higher resolutions and settings. The CPU's role here is to ensure consistent frame pacing, and the results indicate no obvious CPU bottleneck at 1440p or 4K, where FPS drops correlate more with increased GPU load.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 239.4, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU's single-core performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700X scores 4459 in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14500HX, has an average benchmark score of 35940, which is 0.2% lower than the 9700X's 36029, showing near-identical overall performance.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset yields 173.3 FPS, while the Ultra preset yields 73.5 FPS. This represents a drop of 99.8 FPS when moving from Low to Ultra.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and size?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s.

Q: How many combos does this configuration rank above in Downfall?

A: The combo ranks 867th out of 1741 tested combos, placing it in the upper half of all configurations measured.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X includes Radeon Graphics as its integrated GPU.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases. At High settings, the average FPS moves from 159.6 at 1920x1080, to 112.5 at 2560x1440, and finally to 70.5 at 3840x2160. This represents a 55.8% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is even more pronounced at Ultra settings: 101.7 FPS at 1080p drops to 73.5 FPS at 1440p, and then to 46.1 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is less than half the 1080p Ultra figure.

This behavior indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus become more stressed as pixel count increases. The GPU's 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, but the data shows it cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings. Conversely, at 1080p Low, the 239.4 FPS result suggests the CPU is doing the heavy lifting to keep frames high, but the GPU is still able to keep up. The trend highlights that for 4K gaming, the RTX 5060 is best paired with Medium or Low settings, while 1080p and 1440p offer more headroom for visual fidelity.

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

The dataset provides average FPS for twelve distinct configurations, spanning three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the results are: Low 239.4 FPS, Medium 194.2 FPS, High 159.6 FPS, and Ultra 101.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 137.7 FPS, showing a steep performance cost for maximum quality.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low 173.3 FPS, Medium 141.3 FPS, High 112.5 FPS, and Ultra 73.5 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 99.8 FPS, less severe than at 1080p in absolute terms but still significant.

At 3840x2160, the figures are: Low 104.2 FPS, Medium 85.4 FPS, High 70.5 FPS, and Ultra 46.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only scenario that falls below 50 FPS, making it the most demanding configuration tested.

These numbers show a consistent pattern: each step up in settings costs roughly 20-30% of the previous frame rate. For example, at 1440p, moving from Low to Medium costs 32 FPS, from Medium to High costs 28.8 FPS, and from High to Ultra costs 39 FPS. The data also shows that the 1080p Low result of 239.4 FPS is likely near the CPU's limit for this game, as the 1440p Low result of 173.3 FPS is a substantial drop that can be attributed to the GPU's pixel fill rate limits.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination holds the 867th rank out of 1741 total combos tested in Downfall. This places the configuration in the 50th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly half of all other CPU-GPU pairings in this specific game. This ranking is notable because both components individually perform well in synthetic benchmarks—the CPU at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 73rd percentile—but the combined result is more modest.

The ranking suggests that Downfall may not be fully utilizing the strengths of either component, or that the game's engine has specific bottlenecks that limit the combo's overall potential. The GPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, which has an average score of 30097, a 0% delta, indicating near-identical synthetic performance. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile scores 29928, a 0.6% delta, showing the desktop RTX 5060 is slightly faster. The fact that the combo ranks 867th despite these competitive component scores implies that the game's performance is heavily influenced by factors other than raw compute power, such as memory bandwidth or driver optimization.

For context, the CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14500HX, has an average score of 35940, just 0.2% lower than the 9700X. This tight grouping of rivals suggests the CPU is not a differentiator in this game. The ranking data indicates that users with this combo should not expect top-tier performance in Downfall, but rather a solidly mid-pack experience.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's target resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual quality.

For 1080p, the High preset at 159.6 FPS offers an excellent balance, providing a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining decent visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 101.7 FPS is still very playable and offers the best image quality, but the 57.9 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not be worth the visual gain for all users. The Low preset at 239.4 FPS is ideal for competitive play, but it sacrifices too much visual detail for a single-player horror title.

For 1440p, the Medium preset at 141.3 FPS is the sweet spot. It delivers high frame rates while keeping the game looking respectable. The High preset at 112.5 FPS is also viable, but the Ultra preset at 73.5 FPS, while playable, begins to show the GPU's limitations. The Low preset at 173.3 FPS is overly taxing on visuals for minimal benefit over Medium.

For 4K, the Medium preset at 85.4 FPS is the recommended choice. It stays comfortably above 60 FPS and offers a good visual experience. The High preset at 70.5 FPS is also acceptable for those prioritizing visuals, but the Ultra preset at 46.1 FPS dips below the playable threshold for many and should be avoided. The Low preset at 104.2 FPS is an option for those who want the smoothest 4K experience, but it undermines the purpose of high-resolution gaming.

The data suggests that Medium settings provide the best overall experience across all resolutions, with 1440p Medium being the most balanced configuration for this combo.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture (GB206 chip) using a 5 nm process. It has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost clock of 2497 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). It features 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, along with 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores. The GPU's FP32 performance is rated at 19.18 TFLOPS.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 5060 scores 20891 in Passmark G3D and 120785 in Geekbench OpenCL, placing it at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 30109, with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT as the nearest rival at 30097, a 0% delta. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is a critical factor in Downfall's 4K performance. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the frame rate drops to 46.1 FPS, likely due to VRAM capacity and bandwidth constraints.

The GPU's role in the measured results is most evident in the resolution scaling. At 1080p, the GPU is less stressed, and the CPU can push frame rates to 239.4 FPS. As resolution increases, the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth become the limiting factors. The 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is substantial, but the 128-bit bus limits effective throughput at high pixel counts. The data indicates that the RTX 5060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card for Downfall, but its 8 GB VRAM and bus width prevent it from delivering high frame rates at 4K with maximum settings. The GPU's 48 ROPs also contribute to the steep performance drop at 4K Ultra, as pixel processing becomes a bottleneck.