Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers overwhelming performance in Doom, clearing the 60 FPS threshold with massive headroom at every resolution and preset tested. The measured data shows this pairing is not merely playable but exceptionally fast, with average frame rates ranging from 66 FPS at 4K Ultra to 314 FPS at 1080p Low. This analysis breaks down the benchmark results, component roles, and optimal settings for this classic FPS title.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, completely. The measured data shows all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at 3840x2160 exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still delivers an average of 66 FPS, while Low reaches 110 FPS and Medium hits 96 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset at 1440p for this system?

A: Ultra is the best choice at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 122 FPS. This is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, so there is no reason to drop below the highest quality settings at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600X has an average benchmark score of 27636, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X with a score of 27578, a delta of just 0.2%. The Intel Core i5-12600K matches that same score exactly, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, a 0.3% difference.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648, placing it in the 81st percentile of all GPUs. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 is essentially identical at 37628 (0.1% delta), while the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507 (0.4% delta). The RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135, which is 1.3% higher.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system averages 189 FPS. This is over three times the 60 FPS playable threshold, indicating the game is heavily GPU-bound at this resolution with plenty of performance in reserve.

Q: Is there any preset at any resolution that fails to hit 60 FPS?

A: No. The verdictByResolution data lists every preset at every resolution as playable. The lowest average FPS recorded across the entire test matrix is 66 FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra, which still clears the threshold by 10%.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals a clear division of labor between the Ryzen 5 7600X and the RTX 4070 in Doom. At 1920x1080, the system produces 314 FPS at Low settings, 273 FPS at Medium, 231 FPS at High, and 189 FPS at Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 125 FPS, indicating that graphical settings have a substantial impact on frame rate even at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce 203 FPS, Medium drops to 177 FPS, High reaches 150 FPS, and Ultra settles at 122 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at each preset shows a consistent reduction: approximately 35% fewer frames at Low, 35% at Medium, 35% at High, and 35% at Ultra. This proportional drop across all presets suggests the GPU is the primary limiter, as the resolution increase uniformly impacts performance regardless of graphical complexity.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates compress significantly. Low settings yield 110 FPS, Medium produces 96 FPS, High manages 81 FPS, and Ultra drops to 66 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a larger percentage reduction than the 1080p to 1440p step: Low loses 46%, Medium loses 46%, High loses 46%, and Ultra loses 46%. This accelerating decline with resolution is classic GPU-bound behavior, where pixel throughput becomes the dominant constraint.

The CPU's role is evident in the high refresh rate territory. At 1080p Low, the 314 FPS average approaches the practical ceiling for even a capable processor. The Ryzen 5 7600X, with its single-thread score of 1060 in 3dmark and 4135 in passmark_single_thread, provides enough headroom to avoid becoming the bottleneck at these frame rates. However, the fact that 1080p Low produces 314 FPS while 4K Low produces 110 FPS, a 65% reduction, confirms the GPU is the performance-limiting component throughout the test matrix.

The data indicates that for this game, the RTX 4070 is the component that matters most at every resolution. The CPU maintains sufficient throughput to feed the GPU even at the highest frame rates, while the GPU's workload scales directly with pixel count. Players targeting the highest refresh rates at 1080p will find the GPU still has headroom, while those pushing 4K Ultra will see the GPU approach its limits at 66 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which delivers an average of 66 FPS. This is the maximum quality setting available, and it clears the playability threshold by 6 FPS. The measured minimum for Medium at this resolution is 81 FPS, suggesting that Ultra's average of 66 FPS likely includes dips below 60 FPS in intense scenes, but the average remains safely above the threshold.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best choice, producing an average of 122 FPS. This provides a 62 FPS margin over the 60 FPS threshold, meaning even significant frame-time spikes would rarely cause visible stutter. The minimum recorded at Medium is 150 FPS, and Ultra's average of 122 FPS indicates the GPU still has substantial headroom at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver an average of 189 FPS, making this the optimal configuration for high refresh rate monitors. The gap between Ultra and the 60 FPS threshold is 129 FPS, so users with 144Hz or 165Hz displays will fully utilize their hardware. The Medium preset minimum of 232 FPS shows that even the most demanding preset at 1080p leaves performance on the table for extreme refresh rate panels.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Ryzen 5 7600X's nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database include the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-12600K, both scoring 27578 with a 0.2% delta from the 7600X's 27636. These processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Doom, as the game is not heavily CPU-bound at the tested resolutions. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, a 0.3% delta, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535, a 0.4% delta. Any of these alternatives would produce statistically indistinguishable performance in this title.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 with a score of 37628 (0.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 at 37507 (0.4% delta). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135, which is 1.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 37157, a 1.3% delta. In practical terms, swapping the RTX 4070 for any of these would produce nearly identical frame rates in Doom, with differences well within measurement noise.

The combination rank of 860 out of 3712 tested combos indicates that this pairing sits in the top 23% of all tested configurations. This rank reflects the strong synthetic benchmark scores of both components, though the actual in-game performance is exceptional due to Doom's well-optimized engine.

The Verdict

This PC runs Doom with overwhelming success at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all four presets at all three resolutions clear the 60 FPS threshold. At 3840x2160, the best preset is Ultra with an average of 66 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra delivers 122 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra produces 189 FPS.

The practical implications are straightforward. Players with a 4K display can enable maximum graphical quality and still enjoy smooth gameplay, though the 66 FPS average at 4K Ultra leaves less margin for demanding scenes. At 1440p, the system provides high refresh rate performance with room to spare, making it ideal for 120Hz or 144Hz monitors. At 1080p, the system can drive 189 FPS at Ultra settings, which exceeds the refresh rate of most gaming displays.

The only consideration is that at 4K Ultra, the 66 FPS average is close to the 60 FPS threshold. Players who prioritize absolute smoothness over visual fidelity might prefer High settings at 81 FPS or Medium at 96 FPS, but the data shows Ultra remains technically playable. This system is a strong choice for Doom at any resolution, with the GPU being the primary performance determinant throughout the test matrix.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 860th out of 3712 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 77th percentile of all configurations. This ranking reflects the balanced performance of both components, though the synthetic benchmark scores suggest the GPU contributes more to the overall ranking position.

The CPU's 79th percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU's 81st percentile ranking among all GPUs combine to produce a system that sits comfortably above the median. The CPU's nearest rivals, including the Ryzen 7 5700X and Core i5-12600K, would produce equivalent in-game results due to the game's GPU-bound nature. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rivals, such as the Tesla P4 and RX Vega 56, would deliver nearly identical frame rates.

The gap between this combo's rank and the top of the list is primarily explained by the GPU. While the RTX 4070 is a strong performer, its 81st percentile score places it below higher-tier cards that would push the combo rank significantly higher. The CPU, with its 79th percentile score, is also not at the absolute top of the range. However, for Doom specifically, the combination of these two components produces frame rates that are far above what the game requires, making the rank less relevant than the actual measured performance. The system is overkill for this title at any resolution, and the data confirms that users can max out settings without concern.