Doom

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is an overwhelmingly capable combination for Doom, delivering playable frame rates at every preset across all three tested resolutions. The data confirms that this combo ranks in the 890th position out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it comfortably in the top quartile of all systems tested for this title. This ranking is supported by the measured performance, which shows that even the most demanding settings remain well above the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution, from 4K Ultra at 63.9 FPS to 1080p Ultra at 191.8 FPS. The combination of the 16-core, 32-thread Ryzen 9 5950X with the Ada Lovelace-based RTX 4070 creates a system where the GPU is almost always the limiting factor, yet the overall headroom is substantial enough to make Doom a highly fluid experience regardless of configuration.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 890 out of 3712 tested combinations places it in the 76th percentile of all systems benchmarked for Doom. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ryzen 9 5950X and RTX 4070 together deliver performance that surpasses the vast majority of tested hardware configurations. The CPU itself holds a percentile rank of 91 against all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 81st percentile against all GPUs, and the synergy between these two high-percentile components yields a system that is decisively above average for this game.

The ranking is not merely a product of the CPU’s multi-threaded prowess, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26017 and PassMark multi-thread score of 45424. Instead, the RTX 4070’s 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth ensure that the GPU can feed frames rapidly enough to exploit the CPU’s capabilities. The data shows that at 1080p, the combo reaches 317.2 FPS on Low settings, a figure that only a balanced system could achieve. While the rank is not in the top 100, it is important to note that the top positions are typically occupied by multi-GPU setups or newer flagship parts; for a single-GPU configuration from the Ada Lovelace generation, this result is excellent. The percentile gap between the CPU (91st) and GPU (81st) ranks suggests that the GPU is the weaker link, but the measured FPS data indicates that this does not translate into any practical limitation for Doom’s engine.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which delivers 63.9 FPS. This is a noteworthy result because it means the combo can run the game at maximum visual fidelity in 4K without dropping below the playability threshold. The data shows that High settings at this resolution yield 80.6 FPS, Medium produces 95.6 FPS, and Low reaches 108.5 FPS, but Ultra at 63.9 FPS is the clear choice for those prioritizing image quality, as it remains above the 60 FPS line.

Moving to 2560x1440, the best settings are again Ultra, with an average of 121.4 FPS. This provides a substantial cushion above the 60 FPS threshold, meaning that even demanding scenes will rarely cause noticeable stutter. The lower presets at this resolution are almost redundant for playability, as Low hits 206.1 FPS, Medium achieves 176.2 FPS, and High reaches 146.7 FPS, but Ultra’s 121.4 FPS still offers a high-refresh-rate experience.

At 1920x1080, the combo’s performance is exceptional, with Ultra settings averaging 191.8 FPS. This is the highest resolution-to-settings combination that remains at or above 60 FPS, but the margin is so large that even the most demanding preset is more than triple the playability threshold. High settings reach 229.9 FPS, Medium climbs to 273.8 FPS, and Low peaks at 317.2 FPS. For competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, Low at 317.2 FPS is the optimal choice, but for the best visual experience, Ultra at 191.8 FPS is still far beyond what most displays can show.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component roles as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s influence is more pronounced, as the frame rates are extraordinarily high—317.2 FPS on Low—which suggests that the Ryzen 9 5950X’s 16 cores and 32 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 4070 without bottlenecking. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 317.2 FPS to 191.8 FPS, a reduction of approximately 39.5%, which is primarily driven by GPU load increasing with graphical complexity.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take a more dominant role. The drop from Low (206.1 FPS) to Ultra (121.4 FPS) represents a 41.1% reduction in frame rate, which is a slightly larger percentage than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is starting to become the primary constraint. However, the CPU still provides ample headroom, as the absolute FPS values remain very high. The transition from 1080p Low to 1440p Low shows a reduction from 317.2 FPS to 206.1 FPS, a 35% decrease, which is largely due to the increased pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the limiting factor. The frame rates drop significantly across all presets compared to lower resolutions, with Low at 108.5 FPS and Ultra at 63.9 FPS. The scaling from 1440p Low (206.1 FPS) to 4K Low (108.5 FPS) represents a 47.4% reduction, which is a larger drop than the transition from 1080p to 1440p. This indicates that at 4K, the RTX 4070’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are being heavily taxed, while the Ryzen 9 5950X’s processing power is largely idle. In summary, the CPU is the more critical component at 1080p for achieving maximum frame rates, but at 1440p and especially 4K, the GPU’s performance dictates the overall experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals to the Ryzen 9 5950X, based on average benchmark scores, include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX with an average score of 52073 (deltaPct of -0.2%), the AMD EPYC 8124P at 52121 (deltaPct of -0.3%), the Intel Core i9-13900F at 51730 (deltaPct of 0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-14700 at 52301 (deltaPct of -0.7%). These processors are all within 0.7% of the Ryzen 9 5950X’s average score of 51947, meaning that in Doom, they would deliver virtually identical frame rates when paired with the same GPU. The Core i9-13900F and Core i7-14700 are particularly relevant alternatives for gamers, as they offer similar multi-threaded performance without requiring the same platform costs.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals to the RTX 4070 include the NVIDIA Tesla P4 with an average score of 37628 (deltaPct of 0.1%), the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 at 37507 (deltaPct of 0.4%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile at 38135 (deltaPct of -1.3%), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 at 37157 (deltaPct of 1.3%). The Tesla P4 and RX Vega 56 are the closest in performance, with deltas under 0.5%, suggesting that in Doom, these GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates to the RTX 4070 at the same settings. However, the RTX 4080 Mobile, despite being a laptop part, is actually 1.3% faster in average benchmark score, indicating that it could offer slightly higher FPS in this game. The Radeon PRO W6400 is 1.3% slower, so users could expect marginally lower performance, though the difference would be within a few frames per second.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 108.5 FPS, Medium settings produce 95.6 FPS, High settings produce 80.6 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 63.9 FPS. No minimum or maximum frame rate data is available, so the analysis relies solely on averages, but the consistent step-down from Low to Ultra indicates a predictable scaling pattern. The gap between Low and Ultra is 44.6 FPS, which is substantial, but all presets remain above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are: Low at 206.1 FPS, Medium at 176.2 FPS, High at 146.7 FPS, and Ultra at 121.4 FPS. The scaling here is smoother, with a difference of 84.7 FPS between Low and Ultra. This suggests that the GPU is handling the increased resolution well, and the CPU is not introducing any significant bottlenecks.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are: Low at 317.2 FPS, Medium at 273.8 FPS, High at 229.9 FPS, and Ultra at 191.8 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 125.4 FPS, which is the largest absolute gap across all resolutions. This indicates that at 1080p, the CPU and GPU are working in concert to deliver exceptionally high frame rates, with the Ultra preset still offering a triple-digit FPS experience. The lack of min/max data means that frame time consistency cannot be assessed, but the high averages suggest that the combo is well-suited for smooth gameplay.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for 4K gaming with this combo?

A: The best preset at 3840x2160 is Ultra, which maintains an average of 63.9 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Can this combo achieve 200+ FPS in Doom?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo reaches 317.2 FPS, and at 2560x1440 with Low settings, it achieves 206.1 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 4070 compared to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score of 37648, which is 0.4% faster than the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (37507) and 0.1% faster than the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (37628).

Q: Which component is more important for 1440p gaming in Doom?

A: At 2560x1440, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, as frame rates drop by 41.1% from Low to Ultra, indicating that the RTX 4070’s performance dictates the experience.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5950X a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 in this game?

A: No, the data shows that at 1080p, the CPU allows frame rates up to 317.2 FPS, and even at 4K, the CPU is not limiting, as GPU load scales with resolution.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank among all tested systems for Doom?

A: The combo ranks 890th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 24% of all systems benchmarked for this game.