Downfall

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is a mid-range combination for Downfall, a Horror title from 2016. This pairing ranks 1329th out of 1741 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. The percentile data for the individual components reinforces this positioning. The GPU sits in the 68th percentile among all tested GPUs, while the CPU is in the 73rd percentile. This ranking context suggests that while neither component is a bottom-tier option, the combination is not optimized for the highest-end performance tiers, and the measured frames per second reflect a system that is more capable of smooth 1080p and 1440p play than of demanding 4K Ultra experiences.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1329 out of 1741 tested configurations places it roughly in the 24th percentile of all tested pairings for Downfall. This is a significant detail because it shows that a large majority of other tested combinations deliver higher average frame rates. The individual components' percentiles—68th for the GPU and 73rd for the CPU—are somewhat higher than the combo's overall rank, which indicates that the pairing's performance is limited by the interaction between the two parts rather than by one single weak link. The average benchmark scores for the parts are close to their nearest rivals, with the GPU's average score of 24731 being only 0.1% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile and 0.9% higher than the NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000. Similarly, the CPU's average score of 14168 is 0.4% higher than the AMD EPYC 7552 but 1.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546. These narrow margins suggest that the components are well-matched in raw compute potential but that the measured FPS in Downfall is where the actual gaming experience is determined, and there, the combo's rank shows it is a solid, but not exceptional, performer.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is built on the RDNA 1.0 architecture and the Navi 10 chip, fabricated on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1605 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz and a boost clock of 1905 MHz. The memory operates at an effective speed of 14 Gbps. These specifications are directly relevant to Downfall's results because the game's frame rates scale significantly with the GPU's load. The data shows that the RX 5700 XT is a capable mid-range card, with its 68th percentile ranking against all other GPUs. Its performance in synthetic benchmarks is consistent, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2134 and a Passmark G3D score of 16277. In Downfall, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions and settings, where the frame rate drops are steep, indicating that the graphics card is the primary bottleneck when the game's visual demands increase. The 8 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the tested resolutions, but the card's raw compute power, rated at 9.754 TFLOPS FP32, appears to be the limiting factor for the most demanding presets.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 10th Generation Comet Lake processor with 6 cores and 12 threads. It has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor has 12 MB of shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Its performance in the CPU benchmarks is respectable for a mid-range part, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10297 and a single-core score of 1453. The CPU's 73rd percentile ranking among all tested CPUs indicates it is a solid performer for gaming workloads. In Downfall, the CPU's role is less critical than the GPU's at higher resolutions, but it still contributes to the overall frame delivery. At 1080p with Low settings, where the GPU load is lower, the CPU's capabilities are more exposed, and the system achieves an average of 189.6 FPS. This suggests that the CPU can handle high frame rates without becoming a major constraint. However, its 3DMark 16-thread score of 4748 and Passmark multi-thread score of 12115 show that it is not a top-tier processor, which is consistent with the combo's overall mid-range ranking.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Downfall shows a clear pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 189.6 FPS on Low settings, which drops to 154.2 FPS on Medium, 124.4 FPS on High, and 79.8 FPS on Ultra. This is a substantial range, with the Ultra preset delivering less than half the frame rate of the Low preset. Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down predictably: 132.8 FPS on Low, 110.2 FPS on Medium, 89 FPS on High, and 53.7 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not drastic, indicating that the GPU is still managing the load. At 3840x2160, the performance takes a significant hit. The Low preset yields 83.3 FPS, Medium yields 67.5 FPS, High yields 54.6 FPS, and Ultra yields only 33.8 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is particularly telling, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold that is often considered the minimum for smooth gameplay. The data shows that the combination of the i5-10400F and RX 5700 XT is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with the latter requiring a careful choice of settings to maintain high frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling behavior of this combo is a critical indicator of its performance characteristics. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by approximately 30% across all settings. For example, on High settings, the frame rate goes from 124.4 FPS at 1080p to 89 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of about 28.5%. This is a typical scaling factor and suggests that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, with the CPU having sufficient headroom. However, from 1440p to 4K, the scaling becomes more severe. On High settings, the frame rate drops from 89 FPS to 54.6 FPS, a reduction of about 38.7%. This steeper drop indicates that the GPU is becoming increasingly saturated at 4K, and its memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s and 8 GB of VRAM are being pushed harder. The most extreme case is on Ultra settings, where the frame rate falls from 53.7 FPS at 1440p to 33.8 FPS at 4K, a 37% decrease. This pattern confirms that the RX 5700 XT is the limiting component at 4K, and the CPU is not the bottleneck at these higher resolutions. The data suggests that for a consistent experience, the system is more comfortable at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU has enough headroom to maintain playable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combination depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 124.4 FPS, which is an excellent balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset, while offering better visuals, drops to 79.8 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant performance cost for the extra visual detail. For players prioritizing frame rate, the Medium preset at 154.2 FPS offers a very smooth experience with only a minor reduction in visual quality compared to High. At 2560x1440, the High preset at 89 FPS is the best choice for a balanced experience, as it stays above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 110.2 FPS is also viable for those who prefer higher frame rates, while the Ultra preset at 53.7 FPS is borderline and may be too demanding for some users. At 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. The Low preset at 83.3 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience, while the Medium preset at 67.5 FPS is acceptable but not ideal. The High preset at 54.6 FPS is below the 60 FPS target, and the Ultra preset at 33.8 FPS is not recommended for serious gameplay. Overall, the data indicates that this combo is best used with High or Medium settings at 1080p and 1440p, and only Low or Medium settings at 4K.