Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a wide range of performance across Doom’s three tested resolutions and four quality presets. The data set shows a system that scales predictably from 1080p dominance to a near-miss at 4K Ultra, with the most interesting story occurring at the boundary between playable and demanding settings. Measured results come directly from the benchmark database, with all comparisons based on the nearest rival components and the overall combo ranking.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4060 paired with the Ryzen 5 5600F produces exceptional frame rates across all settings. The Low preset delivers an average of 228 FPS, which drops to 198 FPS on Medium with a minimum of 168 FPS and a maximum of 228 FPS. Moving to High yields 167 FPS average, while the most demanding Ultra preset still maintains a very strong 137 FPS average. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the GPU is rarely the limiting factor, and even the heaviest settings leave substantial headroom above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but begins to show the expected resolution scaling. The Low preset averages 147 FPS, Medium averages 128 FPS with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 148 FPS, and High settles at 108 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces an 89 FPS average, which still comfortably exceeds the playable threshold. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 58 FPS, representing a 39% reduction in average frame rate when maxing out all settings.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes more dramatically. The Low preset manages an 80 FPS average, while Medium averages 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. The High preset drops to 59 FPS average, just below the 60 FPS threshold, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS. The data reveals a steep curve at 4K: moving from Low to Ultra costs 32 FPS on average, a 40% performance penalty. The Medium preset’s minimum of 59 FPS is particularly notable because it shows that even a playable average can include dips below the target frame rate.

The scaling between resolutions follows a consistent pattern. At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 137 at 1080p to 89 at 1440p (a 35% reduction) and then to 48 at 4K (a further 46% reduction). This nonlinear scaling suggests that 4K Ultra pushes the RTX 4060 well beyond its comfortable operating range, while 1440p Ultra remains a viable option.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F sits in a tight performance cluster according to the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score of 36945 places it within 1% of several direct competitors. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 36938, a delta of 0%, making it the closest match. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 37018, which is 0.2% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 achieves 37093, 0.4% higher. The Intel Core i9-12900T completes the immediate rival group with a score of 37112, 0.5% above the 5600F. For gaming workloads in Doom, any of these CPUs would likely produce nearly identical frame rates when paired with the same GPU, as the differences are well within measurement noise.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has a more scattered rival set. Its average benchmark score of 17639 is nearly matched by the AMD Radeon HD 7790 at 17666, a delta of -0.2%. The integrated AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, just 0.3% lower, while the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 trail by 0.5% and 0.7% respectively. The presence of an integrated GPU in this list is surprising but underscores that the RTX 4060’s average score does not tell the full story for gaming. The Radeon 780M would struggle with Doom at 1440p or 4K despite similar aggregate scores, because the RTX 4060’s dedicated hardware and driver optimizations likely provide better real-world gaming performance than these synthetic averages suggest.

For users considering alternative hardware, the data implies that swapping the 5600F for any of its nearest rivals would have negligible impact on Doom’s frame rates. The GPU choice matters far more, and the RTX 4060’s nearest rivals are either older discrete cards or integrated solutions that would not match its performance in actual gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 228 FPS, which is likely approaching the CPU’s frame generation limit. The Ryzen 5 5600F’s PassMark single-thread score of 2872 and multithread score of 19236 suggest it can feed frames quickly, but at 228 FPS, the render loop becomes the bottleneck. The fact that dropping from Low to Ultra at 1080p only reduces performance from 228 to 137 FPS (a 40% drop) indicates that the GPU is taking on more work as settings increase, but the CPU still keeps up without becoming the limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the GPU’s role grows substantially. The 147 FPS at Low settings versus 89 FPS at Ultra represents a 39% performance gap, nearly identical to the 1080p scaling. This consistency suggests that the CPU remains capable of feeding the GPU at both resolutions, and the frame rate differences are driven almost entirely by GPU workload. The Ryzen 5 5600F’s 12 threads and 32 MB of shared L3 cache provide sufficient headroom for Doom’s engine, which is not particularly demanding on CPU resources compared to modern titles.

The 3840x2160 results tell a different story. At Low settings, the system manages 80 FPS, which drops to 48 FPS at Ultra. The 40% penalty between Low and Ultra mirrors the lower resolutions, but the absolute numbers reveal that the GPU is now the clear bottleneck. At 4K, the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become strained, particularly at Ultra settings where texture and shading demands increase. The CPU’s role diminishes further at 4K, as the GPU cannot generate frames fast enough to require more CPU throughput.

The resolution scaling provides additional insight. At Ultra settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by 35%, while moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it by 46%. The larger drop at 4K indicates that memory bandwidth and pixel throughput become critical at this resolution. The RTX 4060’s 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply insufficient for 4K Ultra in Doom, though they handle 1080p and 1440p with ease.

The Verdict

The benchmark results show that this system can run Doom at all three tested resolutions, but the playable settings vary significantly. At 1920x1080, every preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra averaging 137 FPS. The verdict data confirms that Low, Medium, High, and Ultra are all playable at this resolution. At 2560x1440, the same four presets remain playable, with Ultra averaging 89 FPS. This represents the sweet spot for the RTX 4060, offering high visual quality without sacrificing smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the system becomes more selective. The Low preset averages 80 FPS and Medium averages 70 FPS, both clearing the 60 FPS threshold. However, High drops to 59 FPS average, just below the playable mark, and Ultra falls to 48 FPS. The verdict by resolution lists only Low and Medium as playable at 4K, with Medium identified as the best settings at an average of 70 FPS. Notably, the Medium preset’s minimum of 59 FPS means some scenes will dip below 60 FPS, but the average remains playable.

The overall verdict is clear: this combination excels at 1080p and 1440p, where it can run Doom at maximum settings with frame rates far exceeding the playable threshold. At 4K, users must compromise on settings to maintain smooth gameplay, choosing between Low and Medium presets. The 59 FPS average at 4K High is a borderline result that falls just short of playable by the database’s 60 FPS standard.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 2001st out of 3712 tested combos in Doom. This places the system in the 54th percentile, meaning roughly 46% of tested configurations deliver higher frame rates. The ranking reflects the RTX 4060’s mid-range positioning rather than any CPU deficiency, as the 5600F’s 85th percentile among all CPUs shows it is a strong processor. The GPU’s 61st percentile among all GPUs is the more limiting factor.

The rank of 2001 suggests that this combo sits near the middle of the database’s tested systems. Many higher-ranked combos likely feature more powerful GPUs like the RTX 4070 or 4080, which would provide better 4K performance. However, the ranking also indicates that a substantial number of tested combos perform worse, particularly those with older or weaker GPUs. For a mid-range system, the 2001st rank out of 3712 is reasonable, and the measured FPS data shows that the combo handles Doom well at mainstream resolutions.

The discrepancy between the CPU’s high percentile (85th) and GPU’s lower percentile (61st) explains why the combo does not rank higher. The CPU has headroom to drive faster GPUs, but the RTX 4060 limits overall performance. Users seeking better 4K results would need to upgrade the GPU, while the CPU could remain unchanged without becoming a bottleneck.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 4K for this system?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the best playable setting, averaging 70 FPS. The High preset falls just short at 59 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 48 FPS.

Q: Can this system run Doom at 1440p with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 89 FPS, well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets are playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The 5600F scores 36945 on average, placing it within 0.5% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, and Intel Core i9-12900T. These differences are negligible for gaming performance.

Q: Is the RTX 4060’s performance similar to any integrated graphics solutions?

A: The benchmark database lists the AMD Radeon 780M as a nearest rival with a score 0.3% lower, but this reflects synthetic averages. In Doom, the RTX 4060’s 8 GB dedicated memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth provide far better real-world gaming performance than an integrated GPU.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 228 FPS, while Ultra averages 137 FPS, a difference of 91 FPS or 40% lower performance at maximum settings.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 4K ever drop below 60 FPS?

A: Yes. The 3840x2160 Medium preset has an average of 70 FPS but a minimum of 59 FPS, meaning some scenes will briefly fall below the playable threshold despite the overall average being playable.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, averaging 137 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality while still delivering more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 167 FPS and Medium at 198 FPS are also excellent choices for users prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again takes the top spot, averaging 89 FPS. This is the recommended configuration for 1440p, as it delivers full visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The High preset at 108 FPS offers an alternative for users who want even higher frame rates without sacrificing too much visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the best playable option, averaging 70 FPS. This is the only resolution where users must compromise on settings, as both High and Ultra fall below the playable threshold. The Low preset at 80 FPS provides a higher frame rate but with reduced visual quality, making Medium the balanced choice for 4K gaming.