Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a performance profile that is heavily dependent on resolution and graphical preset for the 2016 release of Doom. Benchmark data shows a clear hierarchy: the combo clears the 60 FPS threshold easily at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, but falls short of that mark at 4K unless settings are reduced to Low. Across the twelve measured configurations, the average frame rates range from a demanding 39 FPS at 4K Ultra to a fluid 186 FPS at 1080p Low, indicating that this hardware combination is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at standard resolutions, while 4K requires compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this CPU-GPU combination in Doom show a consistent and predictable scaling pattern as resolution and settings change. At 1920x1080, the combo performs exceptionally well. With Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 186 FPS. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 162 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 137 FPS and a maximum of 186 FPS. High settings yield an average of 137 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 112 FPS. All 1080p configurations stay far above the 60 FPS playability threshold, making this resolution the sweet spot for maximum performance.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a more pronounced impact from the increased pixel count. Low settings produce an average of 120 FPS. Medium settings average 105 FPS, with a minimum of 89 FPS and a maximum of 120 FPS. High settings deliver an average of 88 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is still highly playable, with an average of 72 FPS. While the margins are tighter than at 1080p, every settings level at 1440p remains comfortably above the 60 FPS target, indicating that this resolution is the highest at which the combo can run the game without making any preset compromises.

The situation changes considerably at 3840x2160. The data shows that the 4K resolution places a significant load on the system, and only the Low preset clears the playability threshold. Low settings at 4K achieve an average of 65 FPS. Medium settings drop to an average of 57 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS and a maximum of 65 FPS, meaning the average frame rate dips below 60 FPS. High settings average 48 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to an average of just 39 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is severe, particularly at higher presets, demonstrating that 4K gaming with this combo requires substantial settings reductions to maintain a consistent 60 FPS experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of tested hardware combinations for Doom, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and Intel Arc B580 holds a mid-pack position. The combo ranks 2786 out of 3712 total tested combinations, placing it in the 75th percentile of all systems evaluated for this game. This ranking indicates that while it is not a top-tier configuration, it is by no means a weak performer, sitting solidly in the upper quarter of all tested hardware pairings.

The CPU's overall benchmark percentile is 85, meaning it outperforms 85% of all tested CPUs in general compute tasks. This strong processor showing suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. The GPU, however, has a percentile of 68 among all tested GPUs, indicating that it is a more mid-range performer relative to the entire GPU landscape. This disparity suggests that the graphics card is likely the limiting factor for achieving higher frame rates, especially at higher resolutions and settings where its rendering workload is maximized.

The ranking relative to other combos reinforces the idea that this system is built for high-performance 1080p and 1440p gaming. Its position in the 75th percentile for Doom specifically shows that it can handle the game's demanding scenes well above average, but it is not in the same league as top-tier systems that would likely hold much higher ranks. The data supports a conclusion that the combo is a capable, upper-mid-range solution for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D provide context for its processing power. Its average benchmark score of 37018 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, which scores 36945, a negligible delta of 0.2%. Similarly, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 36938, also a 0.2% delta. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37093, a -0.2% delta, and the Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112, a -0.3% delta. These figures indicate that in CPU-bound scenarios, swapping the 5500X3D for any of these alternatives would result in virtually indistinguishable performance.

For the graphics card, the Intel Arc B580's average benchmark score of 23021 is closely matched by the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, which scores 23061, a delta of -0.2%. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a delta of 0.6%, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, a delta of -0.7%. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, a delta of -1%. These small deltas, all within 1%, mean that in GPU-bound situations, the Arc B580 would perform nearly identically to these cards. A system using any of these GPU alternatives with the 5500X3D would likely see very similar frame rates in Doom.

The implication is that users considering this combo could expect analogous performance from systems built with the aforementioned CPUs or GPUs. For example, a configuration with a Ryzen 5 5600F and an RTX 3080 would likely produce frame rates within a couple of percentage points of the tested combo. The performance headroom or deficit from swapping any single component would be minimal, making the entire field of these parts a valid performance tier for this game.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that this PC can run Doom with a playable experience, but the definition of "playable" changes with resolution. At 1920x1080, the verdict is unequivocal: all four presets, from Low to Ultra, achieve average frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset maintains an average of 112 FPS, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience on high-refresh-rate monitors. This resolution is the definitive sweet spot for this hardware.

At 2560x1440, the combo also passes the 60 FPS test for all settings. The most demanding Ultra preset still averages 72 FPS, which is comfortably above the playability threshold. Even with the most demanding settings, the system provides a fluid experience. The data shows that 1440p Ultra is not just playable but also provides a significant margin above the minimum target, making it the highest resolution at which the user can enjoy the game with all visual features enabled.

At 3840x2160, the verdict becomes conditional. The system only achieves a playable average frame rate with the Low preset, which scores 65 FPS. Medium settings dip to an average of 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra settings fall further to 48 FPS and 39 FPS, respectively. Therefore, the system can run the game at 4K, but only when the user is willing to sacrifice visual fidelity by selecting the Low preset. For a consistent 60 FPS experience at 4K, no other settings are viable.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals the distinct roles the CPU and GPU play in Doom. The data shows that the CPU, with its percentile of 85, is a strong performer and is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck. The significant frame rate drops when moving from 1440p to 4K, particularly at higher presets, points directly to the GPU being the limiting factor. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 39, a massive reduction from the 72 FPS at 1440p Ultra, indicating the GPU is saturated.

The GPU's percentile of 68 compared to the CPU's 85 reinforces this analysis. The Arc B580 is a solid mid-range card, but its rendering capabilities are what cap the performance ceiling at higher resolutions. At 1080p and 1440p, the GPU has enough headroom to deliver high frame rates, and the strong CPU ensures that frame pacing remains consistent. The minimum frame rates recorded at Medium settings, such as 137 FPS at 1080p and 89 FPS at 1440p, show that the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output, preventing stutters.

The scaling between presets at a given resolution further highlights the GPU's dominance. For example, at 1440p, the difference between Low (120 FPS) and Ultra (72 FPS) is a 40% reduction in performance, a direct consequence of increased GPU workload. The CPU's performance is relatively constant across these settings. Therefore, for this game, the GPU is the component that determines the playable resolution and preset, while the CPU provides a stable foundation that does not hinder performance in most scenarios.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Doom at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only with the Low preset, which achieves an average of 65 FPS. All other presets at 3840x2160 fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with Medium averaging 57 FPS, High averaging 48 FPS, and Ultra averaging 39 FPS.

Q: What is the highest visual preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: The Ultra preset is the highest and it still averages 72 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets at this resolution also exceed 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare in performance to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080?

A: The average benchmark scores are very close. The Arc B580 scores 23021, while the RTX 3080 scores 23172, a delta of -0.7%, meaning the RTX 3080 is only slightly faster.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D a significant performance outlier compared to its nearest rivals?

A: No. Its average score of 37018 is within 0.3% of its closest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F which scores 36945 and the Intel Core i9-12900T which scores 37112.

Q: At which resolution does this combo perform the best relative to the 60 FPS playability threshold?

A: At 1920x1080, the combo has the most headroom. Even the Ultra preset averages 112 FPS, which is nearly double the 60 FPS threshold, providing a significant margin for high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: The average frame rate is 162 FPS, with a minimum of 137 FPS and a maximum of 186 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 112 FPS. This provides the best visual quality while still maintaining a frame rate nearly double the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is also Ultra, with an average of 72 FPS. This allows for maximum visual fidelity at this resolution while still comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS target.

At 3840x2160, the only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, which averages 65 FPS. This is the sole configuration that provides a playable experience at 4K, requiring a significant reduction in visual settings to achieve a smooth frame rate.