Downfall

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination in Downfall delivers a spread of measured framerates that reveals both the CPU's high-end cache design and the GPU's Blackwell 2.0 architecture. With 12 Zen 5 cores and a 128 MB L3 cache, the CPU sustains heavy physics workloads, while the GPU's 16 GB GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth handle the game's (2016) visuals across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. The combo ranks 384th out of 3716 tested configurations, a solid mid-teens placement. The measured FPS table offers concrete data: at 1080p Low the combination hits an average of 376 frames per second, while at 4K Ultra it drops to 70 FPS. These numbers set the stage for a closer look at how each component contributes to the outcome.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved in Downfall with this combo?*

A: The peak measured average is 376 FPS, seen at 1080p Low. No other resolution or preset reaches that level; the next best is 308 FPS at 1080p Medium.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 384th out of 3716 total combos, putting it in the top ~10% of the tested pool.

Q: Which preset provides the most stable framerate according to the data?

A: At every resolution, the Medium preset is the only one that reports both minimum and maximum FPS. For example, at 1440p Medium, the min is 187 and max is 253, giving a narrow range that indicates less fluctuation than other settings.

*Q: Does the GPU's VRAM capacity matter for Downfall?*

A: The GPU carries 16 GB of GDDR7, which far exceeds any demands from a 2016 horror title. Even at 4K Ultra the memory bandwidth (896.0 GB/s) supports the highest tested preset without memory-related drops.

Q: How does the CPU's boost clock influence performance?

A: The Ryzen 9 9900X3D boosts to 5.50 GHz from a 4.40 GHz base. This high clock, combined with a 128 MB L3 cache, likely helps the CPU keep up with the GPU at lower resolutions where the CPU becomes more of a bottleneck.

Q: What is the lowest framerate recorded in any preset?

A: The lowest measured average is 70 FPS at 4K Ultra. No minimum values are given for that setting, but the average itself is the floor of the dataset.

GPU Role

The RTX 5070 Ti is a Blackwell 2.0 GPU built on a 5 nm process, with a die size of 378 mm² and 45,600 million transistors. Its clock speeds are notably high: base 2295 MHz, boost 2452 MHz. The memory runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed, delivering 896.0 GB/s across a 256-bit bus. These specs directly correlate with Downfall's results. At 4K High, the GPU produces an average of 112 FPS, while at 4K Low it doubles to 167 FPS—suggesting that the active high-quality effects (shadows, textures, post-processing) starve the GPU's fill rates, but the high memory bandwidth handles the workload relatively efficiently.

The GPU's percentile ranking against all GPUs is 86, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of models. Its average benchmark score across various tests is 49,957, which places it near the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (score 50,001, only 0.1% difference) and the Intel Arc A550M (49,737, 0.4% higher). However, in a game like Downfall—a horror title with dense environments and erratic monster movements—the GPU's 70 ray-tracing cores and 280 tensor cores might accelerate lighting calculations, though no specific RT performance is listed. The measured FPS suggests the GPU is rarely the limiting factor at 1080p and 1440p, because the average rises from 252 FPS at 1080p High to 376 at 1080p Low, indicating the settings have a stronger impact than any resolution constraints.

CPU: The Ryzen 9 9900X3D's Role

The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is a 12-core, 24-thread part with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. It sits on the AMD Socket AM5 platform with a 120 W TDP. Its architecture is Zen 3 (Granite Ridge) using a 4 nm process. The key feature is the generous cache: 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and a massive 128 MB L3 cache. This large L3 is a advantage for gaming, as it reduces the need to hit slower main memory (DDR5, 89.6 GB/s bandwidth). In Downfall, at 1080p Low, the CPU serves an average of 376 FPS—a sky-high number that likely depends on the CPU's single-thread and multithreaded strength. The CPU's Cinebench R15 multicore score is 4811, R20 20049, R23 47737, Geekbench multicore 22884, singlecore 3041. These scores place it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 9900X3D sits just 0.6% below the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF (average score 55,093 vs 54,762) and 1.3% above the Core Ultra 5 245K (54,053). That closes gap is not large. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary stress point, but the CPU's cache and high clocks return at 1080p where the framerate skyrockets. The CPU's benchmark average of 54,762 is enough to feed the RTX 5070 Ti at all resolutions, as no framerate in the data suggests a CPU stall—even at 4K Ultra (70 FPS) is not a CPU-imposed cap.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination holds the 384th rank out of 3,716 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the top ~10% of configurations. Given that the GPU ranks in the 86th percentile and the CPU in the 91st percentile, a top-10% ranking is consistent—neither piece is a weak link. The rank also implies than many tested systems with higher-priced or newer components fail to outperform it. For example, the nearest CPU rivals are all within a 2% performance band, so the 9900X3D's edge is narrow, but its 128 MB L3 cache may be less exploitable in a fast-twitch horror game than in strategic titles.

Yet the rank is not the highest possible. The 384th spot suggests that roughly a tenth of the tested combinations deliver a higher framerate across the same resolutions and settings. That could be due to a single stronger GPU, a CPU with even more cache, or a system memory that better supports the game's threading. Still, the measured results show that 384/3716 is a respectable position, and the user can expect a fully playable experience across all presets.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling pattern reveals where each component takes control. At 4K Ultra, the average is 70 FPS; dropping to 4K High (112 FPS) boosts it by 60%. Meanwhile, at 1080p the jump from High (252 FPS) to Low (376 FPS) is +49%. This asymmetry indicates a GPU bottleneck at high resolutions and a more balanced load at lower ones.

Look at the pairs:

• 4K: Low 167, Medium 137, High 112, Ultra 70. A 2.5× difference between Low and Ultra.
• 1440p: Low 269, Medium 220, High 180, Ultra 113. Roughly a 2.4× spread.
• 1080p: Low 376, Medium 308, High 252, Ultra 158. Still a 2.4× gap.

The constant ratio suggests the game's graphics settings have consistent weight on the GPU, not a sudden resolution-driven cliff. But the absolute number of FPS at 1080p is always above 158, even at Ultra, which means the GPU is never the sole constraint at the lowest resolution. The CPU can deliver at least 158 FPS even with full effects. At 4K Ultra the 70 FPS is still “playable” for many, but it struggles relative to the 1080p rates.

When comparing the Medium preset which contains both min and max FPS, we see movement: 1080p Medium min=262, max=354; 1440p Medium min=187, max=385; 4K Medium min=166, max=157 (note that max here is 157, lower than the min? Actually the pack lists minFps 116, maxFps 157, so min is 116, max 157 – the min is lower than max correctly). The range widens with resolution: 15 FPS spread at 1080p, 66 FPS spread at 1440p, and 42 FPS at 4K. This suggests that at 4K, the GPU stresses cause more frequent dips, while at 1080p the system holds a steady framerate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|-------------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 112 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 166 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 137 | 116 | 157 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 70 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | High | 180 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 269 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 220 | 187 | 253 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 113 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | High | 252 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 376 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 308 | 262 | 354 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 158 | — | — |

Note: For Medium, the data provides minimum and maximum framerates. The numbers above are directly from the measured dataset.

The table clearly shows the range: 1080p Low at 376 is the fastest, while 4K Ultra at 70 is the slowest. The Ultra preset at 1440p (113) is nearly identical to 4K High (112), indicating that raising resolution from 1440p to 4K costs slightly more than upgrading the quality from High to Ultra at the same resolution. The average FPS at 1440p Low (269) is close to 1080p High (252), meaning the GPU load is nearly borderline.

Zooming into Medium: at 1080p, the min 264 and max 354 show a 8% fluctuation; at 1440p, min 187 and max 253 (28% separation); at 4K, min 116 and max 157 (35% gap). This growing volatility coincides with the GPU approaching its limits as resolution rises.

Settings Recommendations

Choosing the preset should consider framerate stability and the type of game – a horror title that often benefits from buttery smooth movement. The data does not explicitly list frame rate target, but we can infer ideal usage.

• For 1080p – The Ultra preset (158 FPS) is still above the 144Hz barrier, but the moderate gap between Low (376) and High (252) shows that the GPU has plenty of headroom. The best combination of performance and visual quality lies with Medium (308 FPS) because it is the only 1080p row that reports a stable min of 262 – meaning even in heavy scenes the FPS will not dip below 262. High delivers 252 but lacks reported min/max; thus Medium is the safer choice.

• For 1440p – The frame rate at Medium (220 FPS) is excellent, and the min (187) remains above the 1440p refresh rate of 165. High (180) is also viable but slightly lower. Ultra (113) might still be smooth, but the minimum is not reported, and the 4Kp Ultra (70) shows the GPU’s ceiling. Therefore, for a guaranteed session with no dip below 120, 1440p Medium is the optimal pick.

• For 4K – The GPU cannot sustain 60 FPS at Ultra (70) but can handle High (113) and Medium (137) with comfort. Medium has the additional benefit of a min of 116 (average), meaning even the worst dips stay above 60 FPS. High (average 112) is nearly identical but lacks min/max data, so the conservative choice is Medium. Low (166) is also viable if the visual fidelity is too dim.

Thus, across the different resolutions, the Medium preset consistently provides the smoothest experience with acceptable visual quality, as it is the only setting that offers a complete min-max range that shows full framerate oscillation. The Ultra preset is only realistic for 1080p use; at 1440p and 4K it drops below 60. For a game like Downfall where unpredictable chases demand stable pivot, the Medium preset emerges as the most "measured" option per benchmark row.