Downfall

AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers a formidable combination for Downfall, a 2016 horror title that remains demanding at high resolutions. This pairing places in the 1219th position out of 3716 tested combos, putting it in the top third of all configurations evaluated. The data shows a system capable of high-refresh-rate 1080p play, smooth 1440p performance, and playable 4K experiences, though the demands of Ultra settings at 4K expose clear limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 1219th out of 3716 tested combos for Downfall, placing it in the 67th percentile of all configurations. This rank reflects a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other, though the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions and settings. The CPU’s 95th percentile ranking among all processors suggests headroom remains, but the GPU’s 86th percentile ranking indicates it is the more limiting factor in this specific game.

Benchmark results indicate the CPU outperforms several high-end rivals in synthetic workloads. The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 1.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX and 1.6% higher than the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P in average benchmark scores. It also leads the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX by 2%. The Intel Core i9-14900K scores 1.7% higher, representing the closest competitive pressure. These margins are modest, suggesting the CPU provides consistent, high-level performance that will not hold back the RTX 4080 in most gaming scenarios.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 54247 places it nearly level with the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores just 0.1% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 1.1% lower, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB trails by 2.6%. Interestingly, the integrated AMD Radeon 8060S scores 2.7% lower, showing the discrete RTX 4080 maintains a clear advantage over the CPU’s built-in graphics solution. This ranking context suggests the combo sits in a performance tier where small percentage differences separate it from the nearest competitors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 serves as the primary rendering engine for Downfall, equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus delivering 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s memory clock runs at 1400 MHz with 22.4 Gbps effective speed. The base clock of 2205 MHz boosts to 2505 MHz, providing substantial headroom for sustained loads. The Ada Lovelace architecture, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC, contains 9728 shading units, 304 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores support advanced rendering features, though Downfall’s 2016 release date predates widespread ray tracing adoption.

The GPU’s measured performance in Downfall shows clear scaling across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the RTX 4080 achieves 235 FPS average, with a minimum of 199 FPS and maximum of 270 FPS. At 2560x1440 Medium, the average drops to 168 FPS, with a range of 142 to 193 FPS. At 3840x2160 Medium, the average falls to 104 FPS, with a minimum of 89 FPS and maximum of 120 FPS. This progression demonstrates the GPU’s capability to maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions while showing expected degradation as pixel count increases.

The 16 GB VRAM capacity proves sufficient for Downfall’s demands across all tested configurations. Even at 4K Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 53, there is no indication of memory capacity becoming a limiting factor. The GPU’s 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs and its near-parity with the RTX 4080 SUPER (0.1% difference) suggest this card delivers performance consistent with its position in the GeForce 40-series lineup. The pixel rate of 280.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 761.5 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed for the horror game’s atmospheric environments and lighting effects.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 provides 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Halo, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The base clock of 3.00 GHz boosts to 5.10 GHz, offering substantial single-thread performance when needed. The CPU’s cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support extends to LPDDR5X across a quad-channel bus providing 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth, with ECC memory support included.

The CPU’s benchmark results show strong multi-threaded capabilities. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 35314 in multi-core and 2044 in single-core tests. Geekbench results show 20992 multi-core and 2464 single-core scores. PassMark tests reveal particular strengths in data compression (690650), integer math (200665), and floating-point math (128682). The CPU’s 95th percentile ranking among all processors confirms its position as a high-end mobile part, though its 55 W TDP suggests power efficiency is a design priority.

For Downfall, the CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample processing capacity for game logic, AI routines, and physics calculations. The 5.10 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded performance, which remains important for older game engines that may not fully utilize many cores. The CPU’s performance relative to rivals — 1.6% ahead of the Threadripper PRO 9945WX and 2% ahead of the Ryzen 9 8945HX — indicates this processor will not bottleneck the RTX 4080 in most scenarios. The 1.7% deficit to the Core i9-14900K represents a minor difference unlikely to affect gaming outcomes.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations for Downfall?

A: This pairing ranks 1219th out of 3716 tested combos, placing it in the top third of all configurations evaluated for this game.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4080 and its closest rival?

A: The RTX 4080 scores 54247 on average, which is 0.1% lower than the RTX 4080 SUPER. It outperforms the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X by 1.1% and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6%.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest competitors?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 1.6% higher than the Threadripper PRO 9945WX and EPYC Embedded 8224P, and 2% higher than the Ryzen 9 8945HX. The Intel Core i9-14900K leads by 1.7%.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 104 FPS, with a minimum of 89 FPS and maximum of 120 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the more limiting factor, as the CPU’s 95th percentile ranking exceeds the GPU’s 86th percentile ranking. The CPU’s performance headroom suggests it can support the GPU’s output across most settings.

Q: What is the largest performance drop when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: At High settings, the average FPS drops from 192 at 1920x1080 to 137 at 2560x1440, then to 85 at 3840x2160. This represents a 55.7% reduction from 1080p to 4K at High settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals clear scaling patterns across the three tested resolutions. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 192 FPS at 1920x1080 to 137 FPS at 2560x1440, a 28.6% reduction. Moving to 3840x2160 brings the average down to 85 FPS, representing a 55.7% drop from 1080p and a 38.0% drop from 1440p. This scaling pattern indicates the GPU becomes increasingly stressed as pixel count rises, though the performance remains playable at all three resolutions.

At Medium settings, the scaling follows a similar trajectory. The 1920x1080 average of 235 FPS falls to 168 FPS at 2560x1440, a 28.5% reduction. At 3840x2160, the average reaches 104 FPS, a 55.7% drop from 1080p. The minimum FPS values also scale proportionally: 199 at 1080p, 142 at 1440p, and 89 at 4K. These consistent percentage reductions suggest the workload scales predictably with resolution, indicating no unexpected bottlenecks emerge at higher pixel counts.

Low settings show the most dramatic scaling, with 287 FPS at 1080p dropping to 205 FPS at 1440p (28.6% reduction) and 127 FPS at 4K (55.7% reduction from 1080p). Ultra settings follow the same pattern: 120 FPS at 1080p, 86 FPS at 1440p, and 53 FPS at 4K. The consistent percentage drops across all settings suggest the limiting component remains the GPU throughout the resolution range. The CPU’s performance headroom, evidenced by its 95th percentile ranking, means it does not introduce additional constraints as resolution increases.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 gaming, the data supports using Ultra settings to maximize visual quality while maintaining high frame rates. The 120 FPS average at Ultra exceeds the refresh rate of most standard monitors, and even the 235 FPS at Medium provides headroom for high-refresh displays. Players prioritizing maximum frame rates can achieve 287 FPS at Low settings, though this sacrifices visual fidelity for competitive advantage in this horror title.

At 2560x1440, High settings provide the best balance of visual quality and performance. The 137 FPS average at High remains smooth on most displays, while Medium offers 168 FPS for those seeking higher refresh rates. Ultra at 86 FPS remains playable but begins to approach the threshold where frame pacing may become noticeable in fast-moving scenes. Low settings at 205 FPS serve players who prioritize responsiveness above all else.

For 3840x2160, Medium settings deliver the most consistent experience. The 104 FPS average with an 89 FPS minimum ensures smooth gameplay without significant drops. High settings at 85 FPS remain acceptable for most players, though the lack of reported minimum FPS data for this configuration leaves some uncertainty. Ultra at 53 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold many consider the minimum for smooth play, making it suitable only for players who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate. Low settings at 127 FPS offer the highest performance at 4K but sacrifice the atmospheric details that define the horror genre.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 287 FPS. Medium settings achieve 235 FPS average, with a minimum of 199 FPS and maximum of 270 FPS. High settings reach 192 FPS average. Ultra settings deliver 120 FPS average. These results demonstrate the RTX 4080’s capability to drive high refresh rates at 1080p, with even the most demanding settings remaining well above playable thresholds.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong across the settings range. Low settings achieve 205 FPS average. Medium settings produce 168 FPS average, with a minimum of 142 FPS and maximum of 193 FPS. High settings deliver 137 FPS average. Ultra settings reach 86 FPS average. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by approximately 28-29% across all settings, reflecting the increased pixel workload while maintaining playable frame rates throughout.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits become more apparent. Low settings achieve 127 FPS average. Medium settings produce 104 FPS average, with a minimum of 89 FPS and maximum of 120 FPS. High settings deliver 85 FPS average. Ultra settings reach 53 FPS average. The 4K results show a 55-56% reduction from 1080p across all settings, with Ultra dipping below the 60 FPS threshold. The minimum FPS data at Medium settings (89 FPS at 4K) indicates the combo maintains acceptable frame pacing even under load, though Ultra settings at 4K likely represent the practical ceiling for this configuration in Downfall.