Doom

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a mid-range desktop combination that handles Doom with substantial headroom at most settings, but hits a clear wall at 4K Ultra. In the overall database of tested combos for this game, it ranks 2047 out of 3712, placing it slightly above the median performer. That rank reflects a system that is thoroughly capable at 1080p and 1440p, yet not exceptional enough to dominate the highest 4K preset. The data indicates a practical setup for high-refresh 1080p or smooth 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for medium or lower fidelity.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3712 tested processor-and-graphics-card combinations for Doom, this pairing sits at rank 2047. That places it in the 55th percentile of all combos, meaning a little more than half of the tested systems perform better. The ranking is not a verdict on playability—it is a measure of raw FPS potential. Given that the RTX 4060 holds a 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs and the i5-13400F holds a 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs, the combo’s middle-of-the-pack game rank suggests that Doom is not heavily favoring either component’s strengths. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded benchmark scores (22604 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) and the GPU’s solid DirectX 11 score (175 in PassMark) combine to produce a system that is well above the minimum playability threshold, but not a top-tier outlier.

Compared to rival combos in the database, the performance gap is narrow. The CPU’s nearest rivals—the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, Intel Core 5 120, AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, and AMD Ryzen 7 6800H—all have average benchmark scores within 0.4% of the i5-13400F. The GPU’s nearest rivals—AMD Radeon HD 7790, AMD Radeon 780M, AMD Radeon Pro 560, and AMD Radeon Pro 460—are similarly close, with deltas between -0.2% and 0.7%. This indicates that the combo’s game rank is representative of a cluster of hardware that will produce nearly identical frame rates in Doom. The practical takeaway: this is a dependable, predictable setup for the game, but not one that will surprise you with exceptional scaling.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance in Doom, with the CPU providing ample headroom at all tested resolutions. At 1920x1080, the jump from Low (231 FPS) to Ultra (134.6 FPS) represents a 42% drop in average FPS, which is almost entirely a GPU workload increase. The CPU’s single-thread score of 3191 in Cinebench R23 and multi-thread score of 22604 are far above what Doom requires, as evidenced by the fact that even at 1080p Ultra, the frame rate remains above 130 FPS. The game’s 2016 release date and its engine’s efficiency mean that the i5-13400F’s 10 cores and 16 threads are never a bottleneck in this title.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced. The average FPS at Ultra drops to 90.1, a 33% reduction from the 1080p Ultra result. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor: Ultra averages 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold, while Low averages 81.5 FPS. The CPU’s performance is essentially static across these resolution changes because the rendering load shifts entirely to the RTX 4060. The data suggests that resolution scaling is linear with GPU load, and the CPU does not introduce any measurable frame pacing issues. For this game, the RTX 4060 is the component that dictates playability, and the i5-13400F is more than sufficient to feed it.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 231 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suitable for competitive play. Medium drops to 196.1 FPS, still far above any refresh rate concern. High averages 166.4 FPS, and Ultra maintains 134.6 FPS. All four presets are well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, with the lowest (Ultra) still being over double that mark. This resolution is effectively a best-case scenario for the hardware, where the RTX 4060 can stretch its legs without hitting any memory bandwidth or compute limits.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but show a clear hierarchy. Low averages 145.2 FPS, Medium 128.9 FPS, High 109 FPS, and Ultra 90.1 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 38%, which is consistent with the GPU’s increasing workload. All presets stay above 90 FPS, meaning that even the most demanding settings are comfortably playable on high-refresh monitors. The RTX 4060’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this resolution, as evidenced by the fact that Ultra does not cause a disproportionate frame rate collapse compared to lower presets.

At 3840x2160, the limits of the hardware become apparent. Low averages 81.5 FPS, which is playable but not overly smooth for a fast-paced FPS. Medium averages 66.8 FPS, still above the playable threshold. High drops to 59.2 FPS, just below the 60 FPS mark, making it technically unplayable by the database’s standard. Ultra averages 47 FPS, which is a significant drop and clearly not smooth enough for the game’s fast movement. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 42% reduction, which indicates that the GPU is fully saturated at 4K and cannot maintain playable frame rates at higher settings. The data shows that 4K is only viable with Low or Medium presets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU’s nearest rivals in benchmark scores are the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, Intel Core 5 120, AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, and AMD Ryzen 7 6800H. All of these have average scores within 0.4% of the i5-13400F, meaning that swapping to any of them would produce nearly identical frame rates in Doom. The Ryzen 9 6900HS and Ryzen 7 6800H are mobile parts, so they would not be a direct desktop replacement, but their performance equivalence shows that the i5-13400F is not uniquely positioned. The Intel Core 5 120 and Ryzen 5 5600X3D are desktop alternatives that would behave the same in this game.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7790, AMD Radeon 780M, AMD Radeon Pro 560, and AMD Radeon Pro 460. These have scores within 0.7% of the RTX 4060. The Radeon HD 7790 is a much older card, while the Radeon 780M is an integrated GPU found in some laptops. The Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 are mobile workstation parts. None of these are direct desktop peers for the RTX 4060 in terms of features, but the benchmark data indicates that their raw performance in Doom would be similar. This suggests that the RTX 4060’s performance tier is well established, and there is little variation among nearby hardware.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 134.6 FPS. This is the obvious choice for any user, as it provides the best visual quality without any performance concerns. The data shows that even at Ultra, the frame rate is more than double the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is also the best setting, averaging 90.1 FPS. This is comfortably above 60 FPS and provides excellent visual fidelity. The fact that Ultra remains playable at this resolution—while dropping only 33% from the 1080p Ultra result—indicates that the RTX 4060 has sufficient headroom for higher pixel counts.

At 3840x2160, the best setting that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 66.8 FPS. Low is also playable at 81.5 FPS, but Medium offers a better visual experience while still maintaining a playable frame rate. High falls just short at 59.2 FPS, and Ultra is not playable at 47 FPS. For 4K users, Medium is the recommended ceiling.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Doom at 4K with maximum settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 47, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is Medium, which averages 66.8 FPS.

Q: What is the highest FPS this combo can achieve in Doom?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 231, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 1080p Ultra, it still averages 134.6 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. At 4K, the frame rate drops significantly from Low (81.5 FPS) to Ultra (47 FPS), while the CPU’s performance is consistent across all resolutions.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 2047 out of 3712 combos, placing it in the middle of the pack. The CPU and GPU both have near-identical rivals in benchmark scores, so the performance is typical for this hardware tier.

Q: What settings should I use for a 1440p monitor?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 average 90.1 FPS, which is well above the playable threshold. This is the best visual quality available while maintaining high frame rates.

Q: Is the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of memory sufficient for Doom?

A: Yes. The measured FPS at 1440p Ultra (90.1 FPS) and 4K Medium (66.8 FPS) shows no memory-related performance collapse. The game’s requirements are well within the 8 GB capacity.