Doom

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a strong performance profile in Doom, with measured frame rates showing that this combination is more than capable of handling the game across most resolutions. The data indicates that the combo achieves playable performance at 4K with high settings, while offering exceptionally high frame rates at 1440p and 1080p, making it a versatile choice for both high-refresh-rate monitors and high-resolution displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the average FPS ranging from 242.3 at Low settings to 147.8 at Ultra. The Medium preset delivers 211.4 FPS, while High settings produce 178.1 FPS. This means that even at the most demanding preset, the combo stays well above the 60 FPS playable threshold, offering a massive headroom for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust. The Low preset yields an average of 154.8 FPS, which drops to 137.5 FPS at Medium and 116.4 FPS at High. The Ultra preset still manages a very playable 95.7 FPS, showing that this resolution is not a bottleneck for the hardware. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p represents a 38.2% drop in performance, but the absolute numbers remain high enough for smooth gameplay in all scenarios.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more demanding. The Low preset produces an average of 85.6 FPS, while Medium delivers 71.7 FPS and High hits 60.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops below the playable threshold with an average of 48.6 FPS. This indicates that 4K Ultra is the only configuration where the combo struggles, but High settings still manage to clear the 60 FPS mark by a narrow margin. The data shows a clear progression where each preset step at any resolution reduces frame rates, but the impact is most pronounced at 4K.

The overall pattern from the measured FPS reveals that the RTX 5060 provides sufficient headroom at 1080p and 1440p for all presets, while at 4K, users must trade visual fidelity for frame rate. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 94.5 FPS, which demonstrates the significant GPU load scaling in this title.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the measured FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings shows an average of 60.2 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This makes High the most demanding playable preset at this resolution.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 95.7 FPS, making it the best choice for maximum visual quality while maintaining comfortable frame rates well above the playable threshold.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 147.8, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. This makes the Ultra preset highly viable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Is the 4K Ultra preset playable?

A: No, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 48.6, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Users should select High settings or lower for 4K gameplay.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The difference is 94.5 FPS, with Low producing 242.3 FPS and Ultra producing 147.8 FPS. This represents a significant but manageable performance cost for the highest visual settings.

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates at all resolutions?

A: The data shows playable performance at all resolutions except 4K Ultra. At 4K, High, Medium, and Low presets all clear 60 FPS, while at 1440p and 1080p, all presets including Ultra are playable.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination ranks 1686 out of 3712 tested combos for Doom, placing it in the top 45.4% of all systems tested. This rank reflects the balanced nature of the hardware pairing, where the i7-12700K provides strong multi-threaded performance and the RTX 5060 offers solid rasterization capabilities for this title. The combo's percentile placement indicates that it outperforms more than half of all recorded configurations, though it is not at the extreme top tier.

The CPU itself scores in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, indicating strong overall processing power. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13600T, which scores within 0.1% of the i7-12700K, and the Intel Core i7-12700KF, which is 0.2% behind. This suggests that the i7-12700K is positioned at a performance plateau where small differences separate closely matched processors. The GPU sits in the 72nd percentile among all GPUs, with its nearest rivals including the AMD Radeon 860M (0.3% lower score) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (1.2% higher score).

The combination rank in Doom specifically is influenced by the game's optimization and the hardware's ability to maintain high frame rates. The measured FPS data shows that the combo is well-suited for this title, with performance that scales predictably across resolution and preset changes. The rank of 1686 out of 3712 suggests that while many systems can run Doom, this particular pairing offers above-average performance relative to the broader database.

The Verdict

This PC configuration is fully capable of running Doom at playable frame rates in the vast majority of scenarios. The verdict by resolution clearly shows that at 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest measured average being 147.8 FPS at Ultra. This makes 1080p a non-issue for this combo, providing substantial headroom for competitive or high-refresh-rate play.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. All presets, including Ultra with its 95.7 FPS average, remain above the playable threshold. The lowest performance at this resolution is still 61.7 FPS above the 60 FPS minimum, ensuring smooth gameplay regardless of settings.

The only caveat appears at 3840x2160, where the Ultra preset drops to 48.6 FPS, failing the 60 FPS requirement. However, the High preset at 60.2 FPS barely clears the threshold, making it the recommended option for 4K. The Medium preset offers 71.7 FPS and Low provides 85.6 FPS, giving users flexibility if they prefer higher frame rates over visual quality. Overall, the combo can run the game at every resolution tested, with the sole exception of 4K Ultra being below the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU each contribute to Doom's frame rates. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, with the difference between Low (242.3 FPS) and Ultra (147.8 FPS) showing a 64% decrease in frame rate. This significant drop indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution, as increasing graphical load directly impacts performance. The CPU's role is less critical here, as even the most demanding preset does not expose a CPU limitation.

At 2560x1440, the scaling pattern continues, with Low at 154.8 FPS and Ultra at 95.7 FPS, representing a 38.2% reduction. The absolute frame rates are lower than at 1080p, which suggests that the GPU is being pushed harder as resolution increases. The CPU still appears to be keeping up, as the frame rates remain high and consistent. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces frame rates that are 52.1 FPS lower than at 1080p, indicating that resolution scaling is the dominant factor.

At 3840x2160, the GPU load becomes the clear limiting factor. The Low preset produces 85.6 FPS, while Ultra drops to 48.6 FPS, a 43.2% decrease. The fact that even Low settings at 4K produce lower frame rates than Ultra at 1440p (85.6 vs. 95.7) underscores the GPU's saturation at higher resolutions. The CPU is not the bottleneck here, as the frame rates are primarily determined by the GPU's ability to process pixels at 4K density.

The data shows that the RTX 5060's role becomes more dominant as resolution increases, while the i7-12700K provides sufficient processing power across all tested configurations. The scaling between presets at each resolution is consistent, with the GPU bearing the load of increased graphical fidelity. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads, along with its strong benchmark scores, ensure that it does not become a limiting factor in this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS provides the optimal balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 147.8 FPS, which is the highest visual quality option while still delivering frame rates that are more than double the playable threshold. This makes Ultra the clear choice for 1080p gaming, as there is ample performance headroom.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the best option, with an average of 95.7 FPS. This is 35.7 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, providing comfortable headroom for smooth gameplay. The High preset offers 116.4 FPS for those who prefer even higher frame rates, but Ultra's visual improvements come at a reasonable performance cost.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of exactly 60.2 FPS. This provides a narrow margin above the threshold, making it the recommended setting for 4K. The Medium preset at 71.7 FPS offers more headroom for users who want to avoid any potential frame dips, while Low at 85.6 FPS is available for those prioritizing frame rate over visual quality. The Ultra preset's 48.6 FPS average falls short of the 60 FPS requirement, so it should be avoided at 4K.