Doom

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a robust performance profile for Doom, with measured frame rates that comfortably exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold across most configurations. The data indicates that this combination is capable of handling the game’s demanding id Tech engine with significant headroom, particularly at lower resolutions where the average FPS scales to well over 200. The benchmark results show a clear progression of performance that is tied directly to resolution and graphical preset, making this pairing a versatile option for gamers who prioritize high frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptionally high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset yields an average of 242.6 FPS, which is the highest recorded score for this pairing. Moving up to Medium, the average drops to 208.2 FPS, while the High preset maintains a strong 177.1 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding setting at this resolution, still delivers an average of 144.8 FPS. This represents a performance delta of approximately 40% between Low and Ultra, indicating that even at maximum settings, the hardware is far from being strained.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain impressively high but show a noticeable reduction compared to 1080p. The Low preset averages 153.8 FPS, while Medium achieves 134.2 FPS. The High preset produces 117.2 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 95.2 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, with approximately a 35% decrease in average FPS, which is expected given the increase in pixel count. The 1440p Ultra figure of 95.2 FPS is particularly noteworthy, as it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance impact of 4K resolution becomes more pronounced. The Low preset averages 86.2 FPS, while Medium drops to 74.4 FPS. The High preset achieves 60.9 FPS, which is just above the playable threshold. The Ultra preset, however, falls below the threshold at 54 FPS, making it the only configuration in the entire dataset that is not playable according to the 60 FPS standard. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steeper, with a reduction of roughly 45% across comparable presets, highlighting the increased GPU load at higher resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a shifting balance between CPU and GPU influence depending on the resolution. At 1920x1080, the extremely high frame rates, particularly the 242.6 FPS on Low, suggest that the Intel Core i7-13700K is providing ample processing power to feed the GPU. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 97.8 FPS, which is a substantial margin that indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck when settings are increased, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to handle the higher draw calls.

At 2560x1440, the role of the GPU becomes more dominant. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all presets, with the average reduction being approximately 35%. This uniform scaling suggests that the GPU is now the limiting factor, as the CPU’s performance is less relevant when the render resolution increases. The i7-13700K’s strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 1136, ensures that it is not a bottleneck even at these higher frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant component. The frame rates across presets show a clear dependence on GPU workload, with the Ultra preset dropping to 54 FPS. The CPU’s role diminishes further, as the pixel throughput demands of 4K resolution place the entire burden on the RTX 5060. The data indicates that the i7-13700K has more than enough computational capacity for this game, with its multi-threaded performance being largely irrelevant at 4K where the GPU is the sole constraint.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Doom at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 54, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest playable setting at 4K is High, which averages 60.9 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for maximum frame rates?

A: The best resolution for maximum frame rates is 1920x1080, where the Low preset achieves 242.6 FPS and the Ultra preset still maintains 144.8 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 perform relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331, which is 1.2% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (26011) and 0.8% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (26553). It is also 0.3% higher than the AMD Radeon 860M (26401) and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (26421).

Q: Is the Core i7-13700K a bottleneck for the RTX 5060 in this game?

A: No. The benchmark data shows that the CPU has sufficient headroom, particularly at higher resolutions. The CPU’s percentile rank of 89 among all CPUs and its strong multi-threaded scores indicate it is not a limiting factor in Doom.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 153.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 95.2 FPS. This represents a 58.6 FPS difference, or approximately 38% lower performance at Ultra settings.

Q: Does the RTX 5060 outperform the RX 6750 XT in this game?

A: Based on the average benchmark scores, the RTX 5060 has a score of 26331, which is 1.2% higher than the RX 6750 XT’s 26011. The measured FPS data for Doom specifically is not available for the rival, but the overall benchmark suggests a slight edge for the RTX 5060.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Doom with high frame rates at all tested resolutions, with the single exception of 4K Ultra. At 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset achieving 144.8 FPS. The 2560x1440 resolution also sees all presets above 60 FPS, with the Ultra preset reaching 95.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 60.9 FPS, making it the most demanding playable setting, while Medium (74.4 FPS) and Low (86.2 FPS) also clear the threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K falls below the playable threshold at 54 FPS, making it the only non-playable configuration in the dataset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, which places it in close proximity to several rivals. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 has an average score of 46971, representing a 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022, also a 0.3% difference. On the lower side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and Intel Xeon w3-2535 both score 46654 and 46653 respectively, each showing a 0.5% delta. These CPUs would behave nearly identically in Doom, as the performance differences are negligible in real-world gaming.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 has an average score of 26331. The AMD Radeon 860M (26401) and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (26421) are both 0.3% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (26553) is 0.8% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (26011) is 1.2% lower. These GPUs would deliver similar frame rates in Doom, with the RTX 5060 holding a slight edge over the RX 6750 XT but trailing the RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary by a small margin.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks at position 1693 out of 3712 tested combinations in the database for Doom. This places it in the top half of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a well-balanced pairing for this game. The rank reflects the high frame rates achieved across most settings, with the only major drawback being the inability to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra. The percentile ranking of the CPU (89th) and GPU (72nd) suggests that the CPU is a stronger component relative to its peers, which helps offset the GPU’s slightly lower standing.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 144.8 FPS. This setting provides the highest visual fidelity while still delivering a frame rate that is more than double the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the best choice, with an average of 95.2 FPS. This setting comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold while offering the full graphical experience.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding playable option, averaging 60.9 FPS. While this is just above the threshold, it provides a playable experience at 4K. The Medium preset at 74.4 FPS offers a more comfortable margin for those who prefer additional headroom, but High is the highest setting that still clears the 60 FPS line.