Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X paired with the Intel Arc B570 presents a compelling mid-range combination for playing Doom, a 2016 FPS title. Benchmark data shows this pairing delivers a wide range of performance across resolutions, with the system comfortably handling the game at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K remains a challenge. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, compares the combo's rank, and explains the role each component plays in the game's performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for this combo reveals a clear scaling pattern across the three primary resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast, with the average frame rate ranging from 164 FPS on Low settings down to 99 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset delivers an average of 143 FPS with a minimum of 121 FPS and a maximum of 164 FPS, showing a tight frame time distribution. High settings produce an average of 121 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding preset at this resolution is far beyond the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Moving up to 2560x1440, performance remains very strong but begins to show the GPU's workload. The Low preset averages 106 FPS, while High settings drop to 78 FPS. The Medium preset shows an average of 92 FPS, with minimum and maximum values of 79 and 106 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset, while still playable, brings the average down to 64 FPS, which is just above the playability threshold. This demonstrates that 1440p is a viable resolution for this game, but the highest settings will test the system's limits.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. The Low preset averages 57 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS target. Medium settings produce an average of 50 FPS, with a minimum of 43 FPS and a maximum of 58 FPS, indicating noticeable frame dips. High settings drop further to an average of 42 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages only 35 FPS. None of the 4K presets reach the 60 FPS threshold, confirming that this resolution is not suitable for this hardware combination in Doom.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific CPU and GPU combination holds a rank of 2987 out of 3712 tested combos for Doom. This places it in the 80th percentile or better, indicating that it outperforms the vast majority of other tested systems for this title. While not a top-tier enthusiast setup, this ranking shows that the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and Intel Arc B570 together form a significantly above-average configuration for gaming in this specific title.

The rank reflects the system's ability to deliver high frame rates at mainstream resolutions. The data shows that a large portion of tested combos likely fail to reach the performance levels this pairing achieves at 1080p and 1440p. The combo's position in the overall distribution suggests that users with this hardware can expect a smooth experience without needing to compromise significantly on visual quality, provided they stay within the recommended resolution range.

This ranking is a direct result of the CPU's strong single-threaded performance and the GPU's capable rasterization power. The 7600X posts a single-thread benchmark score of 1060 in 3dmark and 1965 in Cinebench R23, which handles the game's engine logic efficiently. The Arc B570, with its 2304 shading units and 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, provides ample fill rate for the game's fast-paced rendering demands.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, suggesting that the CPU is well-equipped to feed the GPU with data. The difference between the Low preset at 164 FPS and the Ultra preset at 99 FPS is a 65 FPS drop, which is a significant scaling factor. This indicates that at this resolution, the GPU's rendering load is the primary bottleneck when increasing settings, while the CPU maintains a consistent frame delivery.

At 2560x1440, the gap between the Low and Ultra presets narrows to 42 FPS (106 to 64). This compression of the performance spread suggests that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor. The CPU's role remains consistent, but the GPU's workload at higher resolutions and settings begins to dominate the frame rate. The 1440p results show a smooth transition in performance, with each preset step costing roughly 14-15 FPS on average, indicating a balanced system where both components are working in tandem.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly GPU-bound. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets is only 22 FPS (57 to 35), which is a much smaller relative change compared to the lower resolutions. This indicates that the GPU's raw pixel pushing power is the absolute limiting factor. The CPU, which was able to drive high frame rates at 1080p, has ample headroom at 4K. The fact that even the Low preset at 4K cannot reach 60 FPS confirms that the Intel Arc B570's 10 GB of memory and 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth are insufficient for this resolution in Doom.

The Verdict

The verdict on whether this PC can run Doom is a clear yes for the majority of gaming scenarios. According to the data, at 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with average frame rates ranging from 99 to 164 FPS. This means users can max out the game's settings and still enjoy a frame rate well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The 1080p experience is exceptionally smooth and suitable for high refresh rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the system also passes the playability test for all settings. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, achieves an average of 64 FPS, just clearing the 60 FPS bar. This makes 1440p a viable option for gamers who want a sharper image without sacrificing too much performance. The data shows that High and Medium settings provide even more headroom, with averages of 78 and 92 FPS respectively, making them safer choices for maintaining a consistent frame rate.

The 4K resolution is where this system fails to meet the playability criteria. The verdictByResolution data shows no playable settings at 3840x2160, as even the Low preset only averages 57 FPS. This falls below the 60 FPS threshold, rendering the game unplayable by the benchmark's standard at this resolution. Users who own a 4K monitor would need to significantly lower the resolution or accept a sub-60 FPS experience, which is not recommended for a fast-paced FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering this hardware, the benchmark data shows that several other CPUs and GPUs would offer similar performance based on their average benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X has an average benchmark score of 27636. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and the Intel Core i5-12600K, both of which have an average score of 27578, a delta of 0.2 percent. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535, which is 0.4 percent lower, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, a 0.3 percent improvement.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile with a score of 20534 (0.1 percent lower) and the Intel Arc A750 with a score of 20582 (0.1 percent higher). The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M scores 20480 (0.4 percent lower), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X scores 20662 (0.5 percent higher). These alternatives would deliver broadly comparable performance in Doom, meaning users with these parts should expect similar frame rates.

It is important to note that these rival comparisons are based on overall benchmark averages, not specific game tests. However, the small deltaPct values suggest that in a GPU-bound title like Doom at higher resolutions, the performance differences would be minimal. For CPU-bound scenarios at 1080p, the 7600X's strong single-threaded performance, as shown by its 3dmark single-thread score of 1060, would keep it competitive with these alternatives.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data, the best settings for each resolution are determined by the most demanding preset that maintains an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it achieves an average of 99 FPS. This allows users to experience the game with all visual features enabled while still having a significant performance buffer. The data shows no reason to compromise on settings at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also qualifies as the best setting, with an average of 64 FPS. While this is just above the 60 FPS threshold, it is technically playable. However, for a more consistent experience, the High preset at 78 FPS or Medium at 92 FPS would provide more headroom. The verdict data specifically lists Ultra as the best settings at this resolution, confirming that it meets the playability criteria.

At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings, as all presets fall below the 60 FPS average. The closest option is the Low preset at 57 FPS, which is still below the threshold. Therefore, the best settings for 4K would be to lower the resolution to 2560x1440 or 1920x1080, where playable frame rates are achievable. The data clearly indicates that this hardware is not suited for 4K gaming in Doom.