Doom

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Doom, with the benchmark data showing that this combination clears the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution and preset. The measured results place this combo at rank 1088 out of 3712 tested combinations, indicating a position in the upper third of all systems evaluated for this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i7-13700K are closely matched in average benchmark score, with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 sitting just 0.2% lower, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 also 0.3% lower, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 both sit 0.5% higher. These four processors form a tight cluster around the i7-13700K’s average benchmark score of 46881, meaning a system built with any of them would produce nearly indistinguishable CPU-bound performance in Doom.

On the graphics side, the RTX 3080’s nearest rivals are notably different in character. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores within 0.3% of the RTX 3080, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 also sits 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 6600M and AMD Radeon R9 M290X both score 0.4% lower. The RTX 3080 itself achieves an average benchmark score of 23172, placing it in the 68th percentile among all GPUs. This clustering suggests that while the CPU alternatives are all modern high-core-count parts, the GPU alternatives span a wider range of generations and market segments, yet all would deliver virtually identical frame rates in this game.

The deltaPct values for both components are all under 1%, indicating that swapping the CPU or GPU for any of these nearest rivals would not meaningfully alter the gaming experience. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 89 among all CPUs further emphasizes that the i7-13700K sits well above the median processor, while the GPU’s 68th percentile placement is more modest but still comfortably above average.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Doom reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling across resolutions, with the CPU’s role becoming less pronounced as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings spans from 300 FPS down to 179.4 FPS, a range of 120.6 FPS that demonstrates the significant impact of graphics settings when the GPU is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 197.6 FPS while Ultra drops to 115.8 FPS, and at 3840x2160 the range narrows to 103.7 FPS for Low versus 63.7 FPS for Ultra. The scaling from 1080p Ultra (179.4 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (115.8 FPS) represents a 35.5% reduction in frame rate, while the further drop from 1440p Ultra to 4K Ultra (63.7 FPS) is a 45.0% reduction. These percentage changes are consistent with the GPU becoming increasingly dominant as pixel count rises.

The CPU’s capabilities, including its 16 cores, 24 threads, and boost clock of 5.40 GHz, are more than sufficient to feed the RTX 3080 at all tested settings. The data shows that even at 1080p Low, where CPU overhead is typically highest, the system maintains 300 FPS, indicating the i7-13700K is never the limiting factor. The RTX 3080’s 10 GB of GDDR6X memory and 760.3 GB/s bandwidth prove adequate for all presets, with no settings combination showing signs of memory capacity constraints.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1088 out of 3712 tested combinations places this system in the 70.7th percentile of all tested hardware pairings for Doom. This ranking reflects the strong but not elite performance of the RTX 3080, which is further supported by its 68th percentile placement among all GPUs. The CPU’s higher percentile ranking of 89 suggests that the graphics card is the more limiting factor in this pairing.

Given the game’s 2016 release date and its relatively modest graphical demands compared to modern titles, the RTX 3080’s performance is more than adequate. The data shows this combination outperforms a substantial majority of tested systems, with only 1087 other configurations achieving higher frame rates. The fact that this combo achieves playable frame rates at every resolution and preset further reinforces its strong positioning, as many lower-ranked systems would likely struggle to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Doom at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, the benchmark data shows playable frame rates at 3840x2160 across all four settings presets. The lowest average FPS recorded is 63.7 at Ultra settings, which still exceeds the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: All four presets exceed 60 FPS at 2560x1440, with Ultra achieving 115.8 FPS average. The Low preset reaches 197.6 FPS, Medium hits 168.1 FPS, and High delivers 144.1 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, which is within 0.5% of all four nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 0.2% lower, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 0.5% higher.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: At 1080p, the Low preset averages 300 FPS while Ultra averages 179.4 FPS, representing a 120.6 FPS difference. This 40.2% reduction demonstrates the significant GPU load increase from the Ultra preset.

Q: Is the RTX 3080 the limiting factor in this system?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary constraint, as the CPU ranks in the 89th percentile while the GPU ranks in the 68th percentile. The frame rate scaling between resolutions and presets follows a typical GPU-bound pattern.

Q: How many total system combinations were tested for Doom?

A: This combo ranks 1088 out of 3712 total tested combinations, meaning it outperforms approximately 70.7% of all systems in the database for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates across settings are 103.7 FPS for Low, 89.5 FPS for Medium, 80.3 FPS for High, and 63.7 FPS for Ultra. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent decline, with the step from High to Ultra being the largest single drop at 16.6 FPS. This resolution is the only one where Ultra dips below 80 FPS, and it remains the only configuration near the 60 FPS threshold.

The 2560x1440 results show significantly higher headroom, with Low averaging 197.6 FPS, Medium at 168.1 FPS, High at 144.1 FPS, and Ultra at 115.8 FPS. The relative spacing between presets is similar to 4K, but the absolute values are roughly 80-95% higher across all settings. This resolution demonstrates the sweet spot for high refresh rate displays, as even Ultra maintains over 115 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system achieves 300 FPS on Low, 259.4 FPS on Medium, 220.7 FPS on High, and 179.4 FPS on Ultra. The 300 FPS cap on Low suggests the measurement may be hitting a display or engine limit rather than a hardware ceiling. The Ultra preset still produces nearly triple the 60 FPS playability threshold, making this resolution suitable for the highest refresh rate monitors.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 63.7 FPS. This is the only resolution where Ultra settings are close to the playability threshold, yet they still clear it by 3.7 FPS. For players prioritizing maximum visual quality at 4K, the Ultra preset is viable, though there is little margin for frame rate fluctuations.

For 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 115.8 FPS on average, making this the best settings choice while leaving substantial headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 144.1 FPS would be preferable for 144 Hz displays, but the data confirms Ultra is fully playable at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings achieve 179.4 FPS, which is the highest average among all Ultra presets tested. This configuration provides enough performance for 144 Hz and even 165 Hz displays while maintaining maximum visual fidelity. The 300 FPS result on Low settings suggests that players with 360 Hz monitors could also consider lower presets, though Ultra remains the recommended choice for visual quality.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 can definitively run Doom, with the verdictByResolution data confirming that all three tested resolutions support playable settings. At 3840x2160, all four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra as the best settings at 63.7 FPS average. The 2560x1440 resolution offers Ultra at 115.8 FPS, providing comfortable headroom for high refresh rate gaming. At 1920x1080, Ultra delivers 179.4 FPS, which is well above any practical display refresh rate.

The system’s ranking of 1088 out of 3712 combos confirms its position as a strong performer for this title, with the CPU’s 89th percentile ranking ensuring no processor bottleneck at any resolution. The RTX 3080’s 68th percentile GPU ranking is the constraining factor, but it remains more than sufficient for Doom’s requirements. For players targeting 4K Ultra, the 63.7 FPS average is playable but close to the threshold; for 1440p or 1080p, this system provides exceptional performance with significant headroom above 60 FPS at maximum settings.