Downfall

The data for Downfall with an Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 shows a pairing that is capable but clearly pushed to its limits by the game's most demanding settings. The combination of a 6-core, 12-thread CPU with a Turing-based GPU delivers a playable experience at standard resolutions, but the margin for error shrinks dramatically as you move up in resolution or crank the presets. The benchmark results indicate that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck in this system, particularly at 4K, where even the High preset struggles to maintain fluidity. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and settings, offering a practical look at what this hardware can actually deliver in this horror title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p High, the combo produces 117.2 FPS, but at 1440p High, that figure falls to 84.7 FPS, and at 4K High, it plummets to 50.2 FPS. This represents a 57% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, a clear indicator that the RTX 2060's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit bus are being saturated by the higher pixel counts.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings. On Low, the system goes from 172.1 FPS at 1080p to 125.3 FPS at 1440p and finally 77.1 FPS at 4K. The fact that the gap between 1080p and 1440p (46.8 FPS drop) is nearly as large as the gap between 1440p and 4K (48.2 FPS drop) suggests that the GPU's compute throughput, not just memory bandwidth, is a limiting factor. The RTX 2060's 1920 shading units and 6.451 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are being fully utilized.

The most telling data point is the Ultra preset scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the system manages 76 FPS, but this falls to 49.4 FPS at 1440p and a marginal 29.6 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 FPS threshold, making it essentially unplayable for a smooth experience. This indicates that Downfall's Ultra settings likely enable effects that are particularly taxing on the 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores, though the exact implementation is not specified in the data. The CPU, a Core i5-11400F with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, appears to have sufficient headroom, as the frame rate scaling is consistent with GPU limitations rather than CPU stalls.

Settings Recommendations

For a 1080p display, the High preset at 117.2 FPS is the sweet spot. It offers a significant improvement over Ultra's 76 FPS while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors. The Medium preset at 144.9 FPS is also viable, but High provides a better visual experience for a relatively small performance cost. Low at 172.1 FPS is unnecessary unless you are chasing maximum refresh rates on a 240Hz panel, but the visual compromise is likely too severe for a horror game where atmosphere matters.

At 1440p, the High preset at 84.7 FPS is the recommended choice. It provides a smooth, immersive experience that is suitable for most gaming. Medium at 101 FPS is another good option if you prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, but High offers a better balance. Ultra at 49.4 FPS is playable but not ideal, as the frame pacing may suffer during intense scenes. Low at 125.3 FPS is a competitive option, but again, the visual downgrade is substantial.

At 4K, the options are limited. High at 50.2 FPS is the only preset that offers a semi-playable experience, though it may dip below 60 FPS in demanding areas. Medium at 65.3 FPS is a better choice for maintaining a higher frame rate, but you will have to accept lower visual quality. Low at 77.1 FPS is the most playable option, but it significantly reduces the game's graphical fidelity. Ultra at 29.6 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the smoothness threshold. The data suggests that 4K gaming on this combo requires a compromise on settings to achieve a consistent frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 1425 out of 1741 tested combos in Downfall. This places it in the lower 18% of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a modest performer relative to the broader database. The CPU itself, however, is a solid mid-range part, ranking in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17181. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U and Intel Core i7-1260P, have nearly identical average scores, with a deltaPct of 0% and -0.2%, respectively. This shows the i5-11400F is competitive with those mobile-oriented chips in synthetic tests.

The GPU, on the other hand, is a more significant bottleneck. The RTX 2060 ranks in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16074. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, is only 0.5% faster, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 1.7% slower. This puts the RTX 2060 in a position where it is neither a high-end nor a low-end part, but rather a mid-range option that struggles with the most demanding titles at high resolutions. The low combo rank in Downfall is likely a direct result of this GPU limitation, as the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured FPS across settings is as follows: Low produces 172.1 FPS, Medium produces 144.9 FPS, High produces 117.2 FPS, and Ultra produces 76 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra is 96.1 FPS, a substantial range that gives users plenty of flexibility. The transition from Medium to High results in a 27.7 FPS drop, while High to Ultra results in a 41.2 FPS drop, suggesting that Ultra has a disproportionately high performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the scores are: Low at 125.3 FPS, Medium at 101 FPS, High at 84.7 FPS, and Ultra at 49.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 75.9 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra is 35.3 FPS, which is a significant penalty for the visual upgrade. This resolution is where the RTX 2060 starts to show its limitations, as even High cannot reach the 100 FPS mark.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low at 77.1 FPS, Medium at 65.3 FPS, High at 50.2 FPS, and Ultra at 29.6 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 47.5 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra is 20.6 FPS, and the drop from Medium to High is 15.1 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K is only viable on the Low preset for a consistently smooth experience, and even then, the frame rate is not particularly high.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the defining component in this pairing for Downfall. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus and 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but it becomes a constraint at 4K, where the higher resolution demands more memory and bandwidth. The GPU's base clock of 1365 MHz and boost clock of 1680 MHz are moderate for the Turing architecture, and the benchmark results suggest that the card is running at or near its limits in this game.

The GPU's 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores are present, but their impact on Downfall is unclear from the data. The fact that the Ultra preset causes a significant performance drop at all resolutions suggests that the game's Ultra settings may be leveraging features that are compute-intensive. The GPU's FP32 performance of 6.451 TFLOPS is a limiting factor, especially at 4K, where the pixel fill rate of 80.64 GPixel/s is insufficient to maintain high frame rates on the most demanding presets. The data shows that this GPU is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p being a stretch, and 4K only viable on lower settings.

The GPU's launch MSRP is 349 USD, and it is an end-of-life product, succeeded by the GeForce 30 series. Its performance in Downfall is competitive with the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, which is 0.5% faster in average benchmark score, but the lack of modern features may be a consideration. The GPU's memory clock of 1750 MHz, or 14 Gbps effective, is a standard figure for this generation, but it is not enough to overcome the memory bus width limitation at 4K.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Downfall at 60 FPS on 1080p Ultra?*

A: No. The measured average FPS on 1080p Ultra is 76 FPS, which is above 60, but the data does not provide minimum FPS values, so a stable 60 FPS cannot be guaranteed. However, the average is sufficient for a smooth experience.

*Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware in Downfall?*

A: The data shows that 1080p is the most comfortable resolution, with all presets except Ultra providing over 100 FPS. 1440p is viable on High at 84.7 FPS, but 4K is only playable on Low or Medium settings.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 7600S in this game?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074, while the RX 7600S has a score of 15996, making the RTX 2060 0.5% faster. This is a negligible difference, so performance in Downfall should be similar.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-11400F a bottleneck for the RTX 2060?

A: The benchmark results suggest the CPU is not a primary bottleneck. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K is consistent with GPU limitations, and the CPU's 75th percentile ranking indicates it has sufficient performance for this GPU.

Q: What is the performance penalty for using the Ultra preset instead of High?

A: At 1080p, the drop from High to Ultra is 41.2 FPS. At 1440p, the drop is 35.3 FPS. At 4K, the drop is 20.6 FPS. The penalty is substantial at all resolutions, making High a better choice for frame rate.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 1425 out of 1741 combos, placing it in the lower 18% of all tested configurations in Downfall. This is primarily due to the GPU's mid-range performance, as the CPU is a solid performer.