Downfall

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 275th out of 1,741 tested combos in Downfall. That places this configuration in the top 15.8% of all tested systems, which is a strong result for a horror title that typically favors GPU throughput over CPU multi-threading. The Ryzen 9 5950X holds a 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the RTX 4070 SUPER sits at the 84th percentile among all GPUs. The combo's rank reflects a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other, though the data reveals the GPU takes on increasing importance as resolution climbs.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 49,062 places it within a tight cluster of rivals. It trails the Intel Core i5-14600K by just 0.2%, lags the Intel Core i5-14600KF by 0.6%, and sits 0.7% ahead of the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H. The AMD EPYC 4345P leads this group by 1.1% over the 5950X. These margins are negligible in real-world gaming, meaning the 5950X's 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample headroom for Downfall's engine without becoming the limiting factor. The GPU's average benchmark score of 42,576 shows a similar story, with the NVIDIA RTX A6000 just 0.2% ahead and the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE 0.3% ahead. The AMD Radeon Pro 580X trails by 1.4% and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 by 1.6%.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 SUPER brings 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed. This memory configuration is the primary driver of Downfall's performance scaling, as the game's horror environments rely heavily on texture streaming and high-resolution asset loading. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz and base clock of 1980 MHz provide the computational throughput needed to maintain high frame rates, while the 7,168 shading units and 224 texture mapping units handle the game's lighting and shadow effects.

The Ada Lovelace architecture's 56 ray tracing cores and 224 tensor cores contribute to the GPU's 84th percentile ranking, though Downfall's 2016 release predates widespread ray tracing adoption. The GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 554.4 GTexel/s texture rate are more relevant metrics for this title. The 80 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 198.0 GPixel/s, which becomes critical at 4K resolution where fill rate demands spike. The 12 GB VRAM capacity proves sufficient even at Ultra settings across all tested resolutions, with no indication of memory capacity limiting performance in the measured results.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows clear resolution scaling patterns that reveal the GPU as the dominant constraint. From 1080p to 1440p, average FPS drops by 26.9% at High settings (232.3 to 169.5), 27.3% at Low settings (345.1 to 251), 27.9% at Medium settings (282.4 to 203.6), and 28.1% at Ultra settings (147.8 to 106.3). These consistent percentage drops across all settings indicate the GPU is being pushed harder as pixel count increases, while the CPU remains underutilized.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more pronounced. At High settings, FPS falls 38.5% from 169.5 to 104.3. Low settings see a 37.8% drop from 251 to 156.2. Medium settings decline 37.7% from 203.6 to 126.9, and Ultra settings drop 38.7% from 106.3 to 65.2. The larger percentage losses at 4K confirm the GPU becomes the limiting component at higher resolutions. The CPU's 16 cores and 32 threads provide consistent frame delivery regardless of resolution, as evidenced by the similar scaling percentages across all four settings presets. This uniformity suggests the Ryzen 9 5950X maintains stable frame pacing even when the GPU is saturated.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4070 SUPER produces exceptionally high frame rates. Low settings deliver 345.1 FPS average, Medium settings yield 282.4 FPS, High settings reach 232.3 FPS, and Ultra settings still maintain 147.8 FPS. These numbers indicate the CPU is not holding back the GPU at 1080p, as even the most demanding Ultra preset stays well above 144 Hz refresh rates. The 1080p results demonstrate headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors, with Low and Medium settings exceeding 280 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected GPU load increase. Low settings achieve 251 FPS, Medium settings hit 203.6 FPS, High settings produce 169.5 FPS, and Ultra settings maintain 106.3 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result dips below 144 Hz, suggesting players targeting maximum refresh rates may need to adjust settings. The 1440p High setting at 169.5 FPS offers a balanced point for competitive play, while Medium at 203.6 FPS provides additional headroom.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload becomes substantial. Low settings yield 156.2 FPS, Medium settings reach 126.9 FPS, High settings produce 104.3 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 65.2 FPS. The 4K Ultra result falls below 70 FPS, which may feel less smooth for a horror title where frame pacing matters for atmosphere. The 4K High setting at 104.3 FPS remains playable, and 4K Medium at 126.9 FPS offers a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The 4K Low setting at 156.2 FPS shows the GPU's capability when visual effects are reduced significantly.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo better suited for 1080p or 4K gaming in Downfall?

A: The data shows strong performance at both resolutions, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K. At 1080p, all settings exceed 147 FPS, while at 4K, Ultra settings drop to 65.2 FPS. For 4K play, Medium or High settings provide the best balance.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5950X compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The 5950X's average benchmark score of 49,062 places it within 0.7% of the Intel Core i5-14600K and 1.1% of the AMD EPYC 4345P. The Intel Core i5-14600KF leads by 0.6%, while the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H trails by 0.7%. These differences are minor and unlikely to affect Downfall's frame rates.

Q: What is the impact of the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB VRAM on Downfall performance?

A: Across all tested resolutions and settings, no measured result indicates VRAM capacity limiting performance. The 12 GB GDDR6X memory with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth handles the game's assets effectively, even at 4K Ultra where the game demands the most from memory.

Q: Which setting preset provides the highest FPS at each resolution?

A: Low settings provide the highest frame rates at all resolutions: 345.1 FPS at 1080p, 251 FPS at 1440p, and 156.2 FPS at 4K. Medium settings offer the next tier of performance, followed by High and Ultra in descending order.

Q: How does the GPU's 84th percentile ranking affect Downfall performance?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER's average benchmark score of 42,576 places it in the mid-80s percentile among all GPUs. This ranking correlates with strong performance in Downfall, as the GPU delivers over 100 FPS at 4K High settings and exceeds 230 FPS at 1080p High.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5950X's 16-core configuration beneficial for this game?

A: While Downfall may not fully utilize all 32 threads, the CPU's high single-thread performance (3,470 in PassMark single-thread) and robust multi-thread score (45,424 in PassMark multithread) ensure it never bottlenecks the GPU. The consistent FPS scaling across resolutions confirms the CPU maintains adequate frame delivery.

Settings Recommendations

For players using a 1080p display with a high refresh rate monitor, Ultra settings at 147.8 FPS provide the best visual quality while remaining above 144 Hz. Those with 144 Hz panels can comfortably enable Ultra, while 240 Hz displays benefit from High settings at 232.3 FPS or Medium at 282.4 FPS for maximum smoothness. Low settings at 345.1 FPS serve competitive players prioritizing frame rate above all else.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 203.6 FPS offer the best overall experience for high-refresh-rate displays, balancing visual fidelity with frame rate. High settings at 169.5 FPS remain excellent for 165 Hz monitors, while Ultra at 106.3 FPS suits 100 Hz displays. Players with 240 Hz 1440p panels should consider Low settings at 251 FPS to fully utilize the refresh rate, though the visual trade-off is significant.

For 4K gaming, Medium settings at 126.9 FPS provide the best experience, offering smooth motion and good visual quality without the steep performance cost of High or Ultra. High settings at 104.3 FPS work well for 120 Hz displays, while Ultra at 65.2 FPS is playable for 60 Hz monitors but sacrifices the frame rate headroom that benefits this horror title's atmospheric pacing. Low settings at 156.2 FPS suit players who prioritize maximum smoothness at 4K. The measured data shows no setting preset is unplayable at any resolution, though the gap between Ultra and Medium narrows as resolution increases, making Medium the recommended default for 4K users.