Doom

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is a formidable combination for running the 2016 FPS title Doom. This benchmark analysis examines the measured performance data to determine exactly how this system handles the game across various resolutions and presets, and where it stands relative to other tested hardware configurations.

How This Combo Ranks

The performance of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination in Doom is substantial. The data places this pairing at rank 1562 out of 3712 tested combos. This percentile positioning indicates that while the setup is not at the absolute top of the chart, it outperforms a significant majority of the hardware configurations tested with this game. Specifically, this rank means the system sits comfortably in the upper half of all tested combos, delivering a high level of performance that places it well above the median.

To contextualize this rank, it is useful to look at the individual component standings. The CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, holds an avgBenchmarkScore of 51947 and sits in the 91st percentile against all CPUs in the database. This is a very strong score, indicating that the processor is a top-tier performer in general computational tasks. In contrast, the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, has an avgBenchmarkScore of 17208 and sits in the 61st percentile against all GPUs. While still a capable card, this score is less remarkable than the CPU's. The combination's overall rank of 1562 out of 3712 suggests that in Doom, the system's performance is likely more heavily influenced by the GPU than the CPU, given the game's engine characteristics, but the powerful CPU ensures there are no bottlenecks holding the graphics card back.

The pairing is highly effective, as the data shows the system achieving frame rates well above the 60 FPS playable threshold at all but the most demanding settings. The rank reflects the balance of this hardware, where the CPU's high percentile ranking provides a stable foundation for the GPU to deliver its performance. This is not a system that will struggle with this title; rather, it is one that provides a high-performance experience, with the only significant challenge being the Ultra preset at 4K resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Doom reveals an interesting dynamic between the CPU and GPU. The most direct way to observe the GPU's scaling is by looking at the performance changes when resolution increases, which increases the load on the graphics card. The data shows a clear and consistent trend: as resolution increases, average FPS decreases across all settings. For example, at High settings, the system delivers 189.2 FPS at 1920x1080, which drops to 122.6 FPS at 2560x1440, and further to 66.8 FPS at 3840x2160. This pattern strongly indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is the primary performance driver in this game, as the workload increases with pixel count.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent when observing the scaling between presets at a fixed resolution. The difference between Low and Medium presets is significant at all resolutions, showing that the game engine relies on the GPU for these visual enhancements. However, the CPU is not idle. The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X's high 3dmark_16_threads score of 10810 provides ample headroom for the game's engine logic. The data does not show a scenario where the CPU might become the limiting factor, as even at the lowest resolution and settings, the system achieves 260.9 FPS at 1920x1080. This high frame rate at the most CPU-light scenario suggests the processor is never the bottleneck.

The interaction between these two components is best understood by examining the scaling efficiency. The jump from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at High settings represents a 1440p to 2160p increase in pixel count. The frame rate drops from 122.6 to 66.8 FPS, a performance reduction that is more than proportional to the pixel increase, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. Conversely, the relatively small difference in FPS between Low and Medium presets, compared to the difference between Medium and Ultra, suggests the game has certain settings that are computationally expensive for the GPU. In this system, the CPU provides a stable platform that allows the GPU's performance to scale predictably with resolution and settings, confirming that the RTX 3070 is the component that determines the final frame rate in most scenarios.

FAQ

*Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and RTX 3070 combo capable of running Doom at 60 FPS at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, it can. The measured data shows it achieves an average of 66.8 FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings. It also clears the threshold with 81.9 FPS at Medium and 93.3 FPS at Low. However, it falls slightly below the threshold with 54 FPS at Ultra.

Q: What is the best resolution and setting combination for the smoothest experience?

A: The data indicates that 2560x1440 with Ultra settings delivers an average of 100.9 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This offers a high-quality visual experience with a very high frame rate, making it a strong recommendation. For the absolute highest fidelity, 3840x2160 with High settings is the best option that still stays above 60 FPS.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 260.9 FPS on Low settings and 158.4 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a performance drop of over 100 FPS when moving to the most demanding preset, showing the significant load that the Ultra settings place on the GPU.

Q: Does the system perform better at 2560x1440 on High settings than at 3840x2160 on Medium settings?

A: Yes, the performance is significantly better at the lower resolution. At 2560x1440 High, the system produces 122.6 FPS, whereas at 3840x2160 Medium, it produces 81.9 FPS. This demonstrates that resolution scaling has a more pronounced effect on performance than moving between these two settings presets.

Q: Is the RTX 3070 a bottleneck for the Ryzen 9 5950X in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor for high frame rates. The system reaches 260.9 FPS at 1920x1080 Low, a scenario that is typically less demanding on the GPU. Since the CPU is powerful, the inability to maintain similar frame rates at higher resolutions and settings points to the GPU being the primary performance limiter.

*Q: Can this PC run Doom with all settings at maximum at 1440p?*

A: Yes. The verdict data confirms that at 2560x1440, all settings, including Ultra, are playable. The system achieves 100.9 FPS on the Ultra preset at this resolution, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering this specific combination, the benchmark data provides insight into other components that would offer similar performance levels. The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, with an avgBenchmarkScore of 51947, has several close rivals. The Intel Core i9-13900F has a score of 51730, which is a 0.4% difference, making it a near-identical performer. Similarly, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52073, which is a -0.2% difference from the Ryzen. These alternatives would provide a very similar CPU-driven experience in Doom.

On the graphics card side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, with an avgBenchmarkScore of 17208, has its own set of close competitors. The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT scores 17083, a 0.7% difference, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 scores 17037, a 1% difference. These GPUs would deliver a nearly identical level of graphical performance. It is important to note that building a system with these alternatives would yield a very similar overall performance profile in this game. The data implies that swapping the 5950X for an i9-13900F or the RTX 3070 for an RX 7600 XT would result in a negligible change in frame rates, as their benchmark scores are within a single percentage point of each other.

These comparisons highlight that the performance of this combo is not unique but representative of a tier of hardware. Users looking for similar frame rates could consider these alternatives, as the benchmark data suggests they would fall into the same performance bracket, providing a similar experience in Doom.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across a matrix of resolutions and presets. All values are average FPS, as no minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system's performance is the most variable. The Low preset yields an average of 93.3 FPS, which is a very playable experience. Moving to Medium reduces the average to 81.9 FPS, and High further reduces it to 66.8 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, brings the average down to 54 FPS, which dips below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the system demonstrates strong performance across the board. The Low preset achieves an impressive 168.4 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 145.8 FPS, and High produces 122.6 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains a high average of 100.9 FPS, well above the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the performance is exceptional. The Low preset hits a very high 260.9 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 228 FPS, and High achieves 189.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still produces a very high 158.4 FPS. The data shows that at this resolution, the system is primarily limited by the game engine's frame rate cap rather than the hardware's capabilities.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly shows that this PC can run Doom with excellent performance. The core question of playability, defined as maintaining an average FPS of 60 or higher, is answered affirmatively for the majority of settings and resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the system is playable on the High, Medium, and Low presets. The High preset is the most demanding playable option, achieving an average of 66.8 FPS. The Ultra preset, with an average of 54 FPS, is the only configuration at this resolution that fails to meet the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system is playable on all tested presets. This includes the Ultra preset, which achieves a strong average of 100.9 FPS. This makes 1440p a sweet spot for this hardware, offering a high visual quality with a substantial performance buffer.

At 1920x1080, the system is playable on all tested presets, delivering smooth performance even at the highest settings. The Ultra preset achieves 158.4 FPS, a very high frame rate that will ensure a fluid experience. Overall, the data indicates this is a highly capable system for this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data and the 60 FPS playability threshold, the optimal settings for each resolution are as follows:

3840x2160 (4K): The best preset that maintains an average FPS of 60 or above is High, which achieves an average of 66.8 FPS. This provides a high level of visual fidelity while ensuring a playable frame rate. While the Low and Medium presets also clear the threshold, High offers the best visual quality without sacrificing playability.

2560x1440 (1440p): The best preset that maintains an average FPS of 60 or above is Ultra, which achieves an average of 100.9 FPS. This delivers the maximum visual quality the game has to offer at this resolution while providing a very high frame rate, making it the ideal choice for a smooth and detailed experience.

1920x1080 (1080p): The best preset that maintains an average FPS of 60 or above is Ultra, which achieves an average of 158.4 FPS. This setting combination offers the highest fidelity possible in the game with a frame rate that is more than sufficient for even the most demanding displays, providing a completely fluid experience.