Doom

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers a strongly playable experience in Doom, with the data indicating the combo ranks 2281st out of 3712 tested configurations. At 1080p and 1440p, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every tested preset, while 4K requires a reduction in graphical fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most demanding playable option, delivering an average of 62 FPS. The High preset drops to 52 FPS, while Ultra averages only 43 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank compare to other tested systems in this game?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination ranks 2281st out of 3712 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the tested hardware field.

Q: What is the maximum FPS achieved at 1080p with this hardware?

A: The highest average FPS recorded at 1920x1080 is 202 FPS on the Low preset. The Ultra preset still maintains a strong 122 FPS average.

Q: Which component is the bottleneck at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The data does not isolate component-specific bottlenecks, but the 4K Ultra preset averages 43 FPS, which is a substantial drop from the 79 FPS at 1440p Ultra, indicating heavy scaling with resolution. The GPU's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus are factors in its benchmark profile.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 131 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 79 FPS, representing a 52 FPS reduction for the highest quality settings.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU have a higher benchmark percentile relative to all products?

A: The CPU sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 66th percentile among all GPUs. This suggests the processor is a stronger relative performer than the graphics card in this pairing.

2. CPU and GPU Roles

Examining the measured FPS data across resolutions and presets reveals a clear pattern of GPU-limited performance at higher settings, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 202 FPS, but this drops to 149 FPS at High and 122 FPS at Ultra. The scaling between Low and Ultra at 1080p is a 80 FPS reduction, which is a direct consequence of increased GPU load.

The role of the GPU becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 2560x1440, the Low preset yields 131 FPS, while Ultra averages 79 FPS, a 52 FPS swing. At 3840x2160, the gap widens further: Low averages 71 FPS, Medium 62 FPS, High 52 FPS, and Ultra 43 FPS. The 4K data shows that the GPU is the primary constraint, as even the Medium preset barely clears the 60 FPS threshold.

The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, boasts a strong Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and a single-core score of 3055. These figures suggest ample processing capability for the game's engine. The 1080p results, where average FPS exceeds 200 on Low, indicate that the CPU is not limiting frame rates at lower resolutions. As resolution climbs to 4K, the GPU's workload scales geometrically, and the RTX 5050's 13.17 TFLOPS FP32 output becomes the limiting factor.

The data indicates a classic balance: at 1080p, the CPU has performance to spare, and the GPU is the bottleneck. At 4K, the GPU's load becomes severe, and the margin for high settings is thin. The medium preset at 4K shows a minimum FPS of 52, which dips below the playable threshold of 60, proving the GPU is strained. The CPU's role is likely more prominent at lower resolutions, where the GPU can output high FPS, but the benchmark data does not separate CPU and GPU frame times.

3. How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is positioned at rank 2281 out of 3712 tested combos in Doom. This places the configuration in the 61st percentile of all tested systems, indicating a mid-pack performance tier. The ranking is a composite result, reflecting the balance of CPU and GPU strengths in this specific game's engine.

The CPU's individual performance is strong, with a percentile rank of 87 against all CPUs, and an average benchmark score of 32279. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U with an average score of 32233 and a delta of 0.1%, and the Intel Core i9-11900 with a score of 32226 and a delta of 0.2%. The Intel Core i7-12800H is also close, scoring 32121 with a delta of 0.5%. These rivals are all within a 0.5% performance envelope, meaning the CPU is interchangeable with those parts in most scenarios.

The GPU, in contrast, shows a more varied comparison. The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035 and ranks at the 66th percentile. Its nearest rivals are a mixed bag: the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 21153 (delta -0.6%), the AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21237 (delta -1%), the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713 (delta 1.6%), and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile scores 21379 (delta -1.6%). These rivals span both mobile and desktop parts, indicating the GPU's performance is in a mature segment.

The combo rank of 2281 suggests that the pairing is not exceptional for the game, but it is not weak either. The CPU is a strong point, but the GPU's performance relative to its peers keeps the overall combination from being top-tier. The data shows that the GPU is the more uniform constraint, as its rivals are all within a 2% delta, while the CPU has a wider range of alternatives that perform similarly.

4. The Verdict

The data shows this PC can run Doom at all three tested resolutions, but the settings must be adjusted based on the target resolution to maintain a playable experience. The playable threshold is set at 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system is playable on the Low and Medium presets. The Medium preset is the best playable setting, averaging 62 FPS. The High preset falls below the threshold at 52 FPS, and the Ultra preset is not viable at 43 FPS. For a 4K display, users must accept Medium quality settings to keep the frame rate above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the system clears the threshold at every preset. The High preset averages 96 FPS, the Low averages 131 FPS, the Medium averages 114 FPS, and the Ultra averages 79 FPS. The Ultra preset is the best option for visual fidelity, and it remains playable with a substantial margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully playable at all settings. The Ultra preset averages 122 FPS, providing a smooth experience. The High, Low, and Medium presets produce 149, 202, and 176 FPS respectively, giving users a wide range of quality settings that all exceed the playable threshold. The verdict is clear: this combo is a capable 1080p and 1440p machine, with only 4K requiring a settings reduction.

5. Similar Performance Alternatives

The data from nearestRivals indicates that users with this combo can expect similar behavior from a handful of other CPUs and GPUs. For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14400F has a delta close to zero against three notable rivals. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is functionally identical (delta 0.1%), as is the Intel Core i9-11900 (delta 0.2%). The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS is slightly faster in the benchmark, with a delta of -0.2%, meaning its average score is a bit higher. The Intel Core i7-12800H is a bit slower, with a delta of 0.5%. If a system has any of these, the CPU performance in Doom will be very close to the i5-14400F.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is closely matched by four other parts. The AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (delta -0.6%) is a bit faster, as is the AMD Radeon HD 8970M (delta -1%). The NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile is also a bit faster (delta -1.6%). The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT is the only rival that is slower, with a delta of 1.6%. These GPUs are all within a 2% average score delta, meaning they will produce nearly identical frame rates in Doom. A user with an RX 5600 XT might see a few FPS less, while a user with the HD 8970M could see a slight improvement.

6. Best Settings per Resolution

The following settings are the most demanding presets that keep the average FPS at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold in Doom, according to the measured data.

• 3840x2160: Medium settings, averaging 62 FPS. This is the highest preset that remains playable at 4K. High and Ultra are not viable.
• 2560x1440: Ultra settings, averaging 79 FPS. This provides the maximum visual quality while still maintaining a clear margin above the 60 FPS threshold.
• 1920x1080: Ultra settings, averaging 122 FPS. This is the most demanding preset, and it yields a high average frame rate suitable for fast-paced gameplay.

7. Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is the complete measured FPS data for the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 in Doom, broken down by resolution and settings.

3840x2160:

• High: Average 52 FPS.
• Low: Average 71 FPS.
• Medium: Average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 52 and maximum of 71.
• Ultra: Average 43 FPS.

2560x1440:

• High: Average 96 FPS.
• Low: Average 131 FPS.
• Medium: Average 114 FPS, with a minimum of 97 and maximum of 131.
• Ultra: Average 79 FPS.

1920x1080:

• High: Average 149 FPS.
• Low: Average 202 FPS.
• Medium: Average 176 FPS, with a minimum of 150 and maximum of 203.
• Ultra: Average 122 FPS.

The data shows a consistent scaling pattern. At 1080p, the system is extremely capable, with all presets exceeding 120 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset still provides a smooth 79 FPS, but the 4K resolution introduces a significant drop, with only the Low and Medium presets meeting the 60 FPS target. The minimum FPS figures, available for Medium settings, show the system can dip to 52 FPS at 4K and 97 FPS at 1440p. The maximum FPS figures follow the average trends, reaching 203 at 1080p Medium.