Doom

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is an exceptionally high-end combination that delivers overwhelming performance in Doom, clearing the 60 FPS threshold by a massive margin at every resolution and preset tested. The data shows this system is not merely capable of running the game; it renders it at frame rates that far exceed the refresh rates of most displays, making it a top-tier choice for this title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate this PC achieves in Doom at 1920x1080?*

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 364 FPS, which is the peak performance recorded in the measured FPS data. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, it maintains an average of 267 FPS.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Doom?*

A: Yes, absolutely. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate ranges from a low of 94 FPS at Ultra settings to a high of 156 FPS at Low settings. All four presets tested—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—deliver average frame rates well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 5950X has an average benchmark score of 51947. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX, scores 52073, which is a negligible 0.2% difference. The Intel Core i9-13900F is 0.4% slower, while the Intel Core i7-14700 is 0.7% faster.

Q: Is the RTX 4090 significantly faster than other GPUs in its performance class?

A: The benchmark data shows the RTX 4090's average score of 60347 is virtually identical to its nearest rivals. The Intel Arc Pro A60 has a delta of 0%, and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is just 0.3% faster, indicating the performance is tightly clustered at this tier.

Q: What is the performance jump between Medium and High settings at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops from 250 FPS at Medium settings to 211 FPS at High settings. This represents a decrease of 39 FPS, or roughly 15.6%, when moving up one quality tier.

Q: What is the system's overall rank for this game?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is ranked 151st out of 3712 tested hardware combinations for Doom, placing it in the top 4% of all configurations in the database.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear pattern where the GPU is the primary bottleneck, but the CPU's influence becomes more apparent at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate scales from 267 FPS at Ultra to 364 FPS at Low, a difference of 97 FPS. This substantial scaling indicates that as the graphical load decreases, the CPU's ability to feed frames becomes a limiting factor, though the absolute performance remains exceedingly high.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling between presets compresses slightly, with a 114 FPS difference between Low (287 FPS) and Ultra (173 FPS). The GPU is now doing more work, but the Ryzen 9 5950X's 16 cores and 32 threads ensure it never becomes a significant constraint. At 3840x2160, the GPU's role is dominant; the gap between Low (156 FPS) and Ultra (94 FPS) is 62 FPS, and the overall frame rates drop to their lowest in the dataset, confirming that the RTX 4090's rendering workload is the primary factor.

The pattern across resolutions shows that while the RTX 4090 is the performance driver, the Ryzen 9 5950X provides a robust foundation. The CPU's high single-thread and multi-thread scores, evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 944 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26017, prevent it from bottlenecking the GPU even at 1080p, where frame rates are extremely high. The system's performance reflects a balanced, high-end pairing where the GPU's capabilities are fully utilized without being held back by the processor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. The average FPS ranges from 364 at Low settings to 267 at Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 295 FPS and a maximum of 399 FPS, with an average of 347 FPS. High settings average 327 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 97 FPS, showing a significant but expected performance cost for maximum visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, performance remains exceptionally strong. The average FPS spans from 287 at Low to 173 at Ultra. The Medium preset records a minimum of 213 FPS and a maximum of 288 FPS, averaging 250 FPS. High settings average 211 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 114 FPS drop, which is a larger absolute difference than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming more influential.

At 3840x2160, the system still easily exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The average FPS is 156 at Low settings, 136 at Medium, 115 at High, and 94 at Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 115 FPS and a maximum of 156 FPS. The performance delta from Low to Ultra is 62 FPS. The data confirms that even at 4K with the highest settings, the system maintains a smooth, playable experience with a substantial margin above the playable threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearestRivals data, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X's average benchmark score of 51947 is closely matched by several other CPUs. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52073, a 0.2% difference, making it a near-identical performer. The AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52121, which is 0.3% faster. The Intel Core i9-13900F scores 51730, 0.4% slower, and the Intel Core i7-14700 scores 52301, 0.7% faster. For Doom, any of these processors would provide a similar level of CPU performance, ensuring the GPU remains the primary determinant of frame rate.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090's average score of 60347 is also mirrored by its nearest rivals. The Intel Arc Pro A60 has an identical score of 60326, a 0% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is 0.3% faster with a score of 60140. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% faster, scoring 61896, while the AMD Radeon PRO V710 is 2.9% slower at 58657. In practice, these GPUs would deliver a very similar experience in Doom, with frame rates that are within a few percentage points of the RTX 4090.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 94 FPS. This is the recommended setting for 4K, as it provides the highest visual quality while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, with an average of 173 FPS. This provides a high-quality experience with ample headroom for high refresh rate displays.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 267 FPS. This is the best setting for 1080p, offering maximum visual fidelity while still exceeding the frame rates of most high-refresh-rate monitors.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Doom with exceptional performance. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at every resolution tested. At 3840x2160, the system achieves a minimum average of 94 FPS at Ultra settings, which is 34 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This means users can max out the game's graphical options at 4K without any concern for performance.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS at Ultra is 173, providing a massive buffer for high-refresh-rate gaming. At 1920x1080, the average FPS at Ultra is 267, making this combination one of the fastest for competitive play. The system's rank of 151 out of 3712 combinations further solidifies its position as a top-tier performer. Ultimately, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 do not just run Doom; they dominate it, delivering a flawless experience at the highest settings and resolutions.