Doom

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a specific performance profile in Doom. The CPU is a solid mid-range desktop part, while the GPU is an integrated graphics solution with a very low performance percentile. The recorded data shows that this combination struggles at higher resolutions but can achieve playable frame rates at 1080p with the right settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the database's nearest rival data, the Intel Core i5-12400F sits in a tight cluster of comparable processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS posts an average benchmark score of 19047, essentially identical to the i5-12400F's 19039, with a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 3 201E is also nearly indistinguishable, with a score of 19056 and a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core i5-1335U and AMD EPYC 7773X round out the group with scores of 18982 and 18979 respectively, both showing a 0.3% delta. What this means for Doom is that any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame pacing and physics performance, so the choice between them would not meaningfully change the gaming experience.

The Intel Arc B370, however, occupies a very different neighborhood. Its average benchmark score of 1184 places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals are all older, low-power parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, a delta of -0.2%, while the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, a delta of -0.5%. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M and AMD FirePro M2000 complete the group with scores of 1192 and 1168. This is a critical finding: the Arc B370 performs in the same class as integrated and legacy mobile graphics solutions from over a decade ago. In practical terms, users coming from those older parts would see similar Doom performance, while anyone expecting modern discrete GPU behavior would be disappointed.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the i5-12400F and Arc B370 in Doom is heavily skewed toward the GPU. The CPU has a passmark multithread score of 19433 and a single-thread score of 3481, which is more than sufficient for a 2016 FPS title. The bottleneck is clearly the integrated GPU.

Examining the scaling between resolutions and presets makes this evident. At 3840x2160, the frame rates range from 20 FPS at Ultra to 34 FPS at Low. Dropping the resolution to 2560x1440 improves performance to a range of 37 FPS at Ultra up to 62 FPS at Low. At 1920x1080, the range extends from 58 FPS at Ultra to 96 FPS at Low. The consistently large jumps when lowering resolution indicate that the GPU's pixel throughput and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors. The Arc B370's pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are simply not enough to feed high-resolution displays with demanding settings.

The CPU's role becomes more relevant at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 96 FPS, which suggests the CPU can keep up with the GPU's output at that level. The i5-12400F's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, provide adequate headroom for Doom's engine at these frame rates. However, there is no scenario in the data where the CPU becomes the primary constraint; every performance ceiling is set by the Arc B370.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements provide a complete picture of this combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four settings levels.

At 3840x2160, the system is largely unplayable. The High preset yields an average of 25 FPS. Low settings improve this to 34 FPS on average. Medium settings land at 29 FPS average, with a minimum of 25 FPS and a maximum of 34 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 20 FPS average. None of these approach the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the situation improves but remains limited. The High preset averages 46 FPS. Low settings reach 62 FPS average, which is the only playable configuration at this resolution. Medium settings average 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 37 FPS average. The gap between Low and Medium, 8 FPS, shows how sensitive the GPU is to shader complexity and texture quality.

At 1920x1080, the combo finally finds its footing. The High preset delivers 71 FPS average. Low settings produce 96 FPS average. Medium settings land at 84 FPS average, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 58 FPS, just shy of the 60 FPS threshold. The 1080p results show that the Arc B370 can handle Doom at mainstream resolution, provided the user avoids the most demanding preset.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Doom at 4K?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average frame rate recorded is 34 FPS on Low settings. The High, Medium, and Ultra presets average 25, 29, and 20 FPS respectively. None of these meet the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1440p?

A: The only playable setting at 2560x1440 is Low, which averages 62 FPS. Medium averages 54 FPS, High averages 46 FPS, and Ultra averages 37 FPS, all below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the Ultra preset playable at 1080p?

A: No. The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 58 FPS, which is 2 FPS below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The High preset, which averages 71 FPS, is the highest playable setting.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 1186, the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1190, the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1192, and the AMD FirePro M2000 at 1168. The performance differences are all within 1.4%.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance in Doom?

A: The recorded data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The Intel Core i5-12400F achieves a passmark multithread score of 19433 and a single-thread score of 3481. The frame rate scaling between resolutions and presets is consistent with GPU limitation rather than CPU limitation.

Q: What frame rate range can be expected at 1080p Medium?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average frame rate is 84 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific combination at 3425 out of 3712 tested combos for Doom. This places it in the bottom portion of the ranking, reflecting the Arc B370's severe GPU limitation. The CPU's percentile of 73 among all CPUs is respectable, but the GPU's 5th percentile ranking drags the overall combination down. The rank of 3425 out of 3712 means that approximately 287 tested combinations performed worse. This is not a high-performance pairing, but it is also not the absolute bottom of the barrel. The data suggests that the i5-12400F is wasted in this configuration for Doom, as the integrated GPU cannot leverage the CPU's capabilities above 1080p Low or Medium settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings. The verdict data shows an empty list of playable settings, meaning no preset achieves an average of 60 FPS or higher. The best recorded average is 34 FPS at Low, which is far below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is Low, with an average of 62 FPS. This is the only preset that crosses the 60 FPS line at this resolution. Users who prioritize resolution over visual fidelity can run 1440p, but they must accept the lowest quality preset.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is High, with an average of 71 FPS. The database lists High, Low, and Medium as playable, but High is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset falls short at 58 FPS. For the best visual experience that remains smooth, 1080p High is the recommended configuration. The frame rate range at this setting is not broken out in the data, but the average of 71 FPS provides enough headroom for typical gameplay. Users seeking higher frame rates can drop to Medium for 84 FPS average or Low for 96 FPS average, but High offers the best balance of image quality and performance for this hardware combination.