Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination delivers exceptional performance in Doom (2016), making it a top-tier pairing for this classic FPS. The data shows that this system not only clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution tested but does so with substantial headroom, allowing for maximum graphical fidelity at all settings. Benchmark results indicate a smooth and highly responsive experience, even at 4K with the most demanding presets.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players prioritizing the highest visual quality while maintaining a minimum of 60 FPS, the data indicates that the Ultra preset is the optimal choice at all three tested resolutions. The benchmark results show that this combination of CPU and GPU has enough performance to run the game at its maximum settings without dropping below the playability threshold.

• 3840x2160 (4K): The Ultra preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS. At this resolution and preset, the system achieves an average of 88 FPS. While the High preset offers a higher average of 107 FPS, the Ultra preset remains well within the playable range, providing the best visual experience without sacrificing smoothness.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): The Ultra preset is the recommended choice here, achieving a commanding average of 162 FPS. This provides a significant margin above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring that even the most intense combat scenes remain fluid and responsive.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): The Ultra preset delivers a blistering average of 250 FPS. This result shows that the system is not bottlenecked by the CPU at this resolution, allowing the RTX 5080 to operate at its full potential and provide an incredibly high frame rate for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured data shows that the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination achieves a playable average of 88 FPS at 3840x2160 on the Ultra preset, which is the highest available setting.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset is the best option at 2560x1440. Benchmark results show an average of 162 FPS at this setting, which is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold and provides a smooth experience.

Q: How much faster is the Ultra preset compared to the Low preset at 1080p?

A: The data shows that the Low preset achieves an average of 385 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 250 FPS. The Ultra preset is 135 FPS slower on average but offers significantly better visual quality.

Q: Will the frame rate drop below 60 FPS at any resolution?

A: No. The verdict data indicates that all settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable at all tested resolutions. The lowest average FPS recorded is 88 FPS at 4K Ultra, which is still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum frame rates recorded for the Medium preset?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset shows a minimum FPS of 108 and a maximum of 146. At 2560x1440, the minimum is 199 and the maximum is 270. At 1920x1080, the minimum is 308 and the maximum is 417.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be a bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the system is well-balanced. At 1080p, the average FPS scales from 306 (High) to 385 (Low), showing strong performance. The high frame rates at lower resolutions indicate the GPU is not being held back significantly by the CPU, as the Ryzen 5 7400F provides ample performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data presents the exact average, minimum, and maximum FPS recorded for each resolution and settings preset combination.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average 88 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• High: Average 107 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• Medium: Average 127 FPS, with a minimum of 108 FPS and a maximum of 146 FPS.
• Low: Average 146 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average 162 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• High: Average 198 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• Medium: Average 235 FPS, with a minimum of 199 FPS and a maximum of 270 FPS.
• Low: Average 269 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average 250 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• High: Average 306 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.
• Medium: Average 363 FPS, with a minimum of 308 FPS and a maximum of 417 FPS.
• Low: Average 385 FPS. No min/max data was recorded for this preset.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Doom with exceptional performance. The verdict data confirms that all four settings presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at all three tested resolutions, with no exceptions.

• 3840x2160 (4K): Yes. The system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset. The best experience is on the Ultra preset, which delivers an average of 88 FPS. This makes 4K gaming not only possible but highly enjoyable.

• 2560x1440 (1440p): Yes. This is a sweet spot for the combination, with the Ultra preset achieving a stellar average of 162 FPS. This level of performance provides a significant buffer for demanding scenes and ensures a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors.

• 1920x1080 (1080p): Yes. The system excels at 1080p, with the Ultra preset reaching an average of 250 FPS. This performance is ideal for competitive play where high frame rates are critical for responsiveness.

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F does not hold back the GeForce RTX 5080 in this title, as frame rates scale consistently across resolutions. For a game like Doom, this combination offers a flawless experience, enabling players to crank every setting to maximum without concern for performance drops.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users looking at comparable hardware, benchmark data from the CPU and GPU's nearest rivals shows what other components might yield similar results.

CPU Rivals:

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals are extremely close in performance, making them viable alternatives for a similar build.

• The Intel Core i5-14600T has an average score of 32707, which is a 0.1% difference. This indicates nearly identical processing power.
• The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32697, a 0.2% delta. Performance will be effectively the same.
• The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32812, which is 0.2% higher than the 7400F. This represents a negligible performance increase.
• The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662, a 0.3% difference. This is also a very close match in terms of overall processing capability.

GPU Rivals:

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083. The following GPUs are its closest competitors in the database.

• The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, which is 2.2% higher than the RTX 5080. This indicates a slight performance advantage.
• The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, a 0.6% difference. This is a very close match in raw performance.
• The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 0.7% delta. This GPU would provide a very similar level of performance.
• The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 2.3% lower. This indicates a slightly lower performance tier.

Based on these scores, systems using any of these rival components would likely produce frame rates in Doom that are within a few percentage points of the tested configuration. The differences are minor enough that the overall gaming experience would be virtually indistinguishable.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of benchmarked configurations for Doom, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 holds a strong position. It ranks 198 out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top 5.3% of all systems tested.

This ranking reflects the high level of performance demonstrated in the measured FPS data. The combination of a modern 6-core CPU with a high-end Blackwell architecture GPU proves to be exceptionally effective for this title. The percentile rankings for the individual components reinforce this: the CPU is in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 87th percentile of all GPUs. Together, they form a system that is significantly more capable than the vast majority of other configurations in the database, ensuring a top-tier experience in Doom.