Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is an exceptionally strong combination for running Doom, delivering frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across every preset and resolution tested. The data shows this combo ranks in the top 23% of all tested configurations for this game, with the RTX 4070's high refresh rate capabilities and the 5800XT's strong multi-threaded performance ensuring that Doom's fast-paced action remains fluid even at 4K Ultra settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 66 FPS. This is a notable result, as 4K Ultra remains fully playable with headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. The lower presets at this resolution provide even more margin: High averages 81 FPS, Medium averages 96 FPS with a minimum of 81 FPS and maximum of 110 FPS, and Low reaches 110 FPS. Since even the Ultra preset clears 60 FPS comfortably, there is no need to compromise on visual quality at 4K.

For 2560x1440 (QHD), the Ultra preset is again the best choice, delivering an average of 122 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The other presets scale predictably: High averages 150 FPS, Medium averages 177 FPS with a range of 150 to 204 FPS, and Low hits 203 FPS. At this resolution, the combination is powerful enough to push frame rates well beyond 144 Hz on lower settings, though Ultra still provides an excellent balance of visual fidelity and speed.

At 1920x1080 (Full HD), the Ultra preset produces an average of 189 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any esports or competitive play scenario. The data shows even higher headroom with High at 231 FPS, Medium at 273 FPS (minimum 232, maximum 314), and Low at 314 FPS. For 1080p users, the recommendation is clear: run at Ultra and still enjoy frame rates that approach 200 FPS, or drop to Medium for a near-300 FPS experience if chasing maximum refresh rates.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at 3840x2160. The Ultra preset averages 66 FPS, while High reaches 81 FPS, Medium 96 FPS, and Low 110 FPS.

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

A: Ultra is the best choice at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 122 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides the maximum visual quality without sacrificing performance.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648. It is essentially tied with the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628, +0.1%), slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507, +0.4%), and behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (38135, -1.3%).

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1080p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 232 FPS, with an average of 273 FPS and a maximum of 314 FPS. This indicates extremely consistent frame delivery.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 23794 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3359 in single-core, with a percentile ranking of 81 among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, is only 0.3% faster in average score, suggesting the CPU is more than capable of feeding the RTX 4070 in Doom.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 4K worth using over High?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 66 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. Compared to High at 81 FPS, the difference is 15 FPS, but Ultra still maintains playability, making it a viable choice for maximum image quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination holds a combo rank of 860 out of 3712 tested configurations for Doom. This places it in the 77th percentile of all combos, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the systems tested in this game. The ranking reflects the balanced strengths of both components: the RTX 4070's 29.15 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth handle the GPU-bound rendering, while the 5800XT's 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 architecture with a 4.80 GHz boost clock ensures no CPU-side bottlenecks. Given that Doom is a fast-paced FPS that rewards high frame rates, this rank indicates the combo is well-suited for competitive and high-refresh-rate play, though it is not at the very top tier where more expensive GPUs would reside.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT in average benchmark score are all within a narrow band. The AMD Ryzen 7 7840H matches the 5800XT almost exactly with a delta of 0%, scoring 29868 versus 29879. The AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS are both 0.3% slower with scores of 29955, while the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is 0.6% faster at 29713. In practical terms, any of these processors would deliver virtually identical gaming performance in Doom, as the differences are negligible and well within measurement noise. Users with these chips can expect the same frame rates as the 5800XT when paired with an equivalent GPU.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070's nearest rivals show more variance. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 is essentially a tie at 0.1% faster (37628 vs 37648), though this is a data-center card not typically used for gaming. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 is 0.4% faster (37507), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 is 1.3% slower (37157). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is 1.3% faster (38135), but as a laptop part, it would have different thermal and power characteristics. For desktop gaming, the RX Vega 56 offers the closest desktop-relevant alternative, though the 4070's newer architecture and features like DirectX 12 Ultimate support give it advantages beyond raw benchmark scores.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the measured results show a clear scaling pattern across presets. Low settings produce an average of 110 FPS. Medium averages 96 FPS, with a minimum of 81 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS, indicating some variance but no drops below the playable threshold. High averages 81 FPS, and Ultra averages 66 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 40% reduction in average frame rate, but even the most demanding preset remains comfortably above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates jump significantly. Low settings hit an average of 203 FPS. Medium averages 177 FPS, with a minimum of 150 FPS and a maximum of 204 FPS, showing tight frame pacing. High averages 150 FPS, and Ultra averages 122 FPS. The step from High to Ultra costs 28 FPS, but the resulting 122 FPS average is still excellent for 1440p gaming.

At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptional across the board. Low settings reach an average of 314 FPS. Medium averages 273 FPS, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 314 FPS, demonstrating very consistent high frame rates. High averages 231 FPS, and Ultra averages 189 FPS. Even at Ultra, the minimum FPS is not recorded in the data, but the average suggests no stutter issues given the high ceiling of the other presets.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Doom at playable frame rates in every scenario tested. The verdict by resolution confirms that at 3840x2160, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with Ultra being the best settings choice at 66 FPS average. At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best, delivering 122 FPS average, and at 1920x1080, Ultra achieves 189 FPS average. In all cases, the average FPS exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold by a substantial margin, ranging from 10% higher at 4K Ultra to over 200% higher at 1080p Low. This means users can confidently select the highest visual presets without worrying about frame rate drops, and those with high-refresh-rate monitors can even dial down to Medium or Low at 1080p to chase 300+ FPS. The combination of the Ryzen 7 5800XT and RTX 4070 is a proven, high-performance pairing for Doom that leaves no performance concerns on the table.