Doom

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is an exceptionally strong combination for running Doom, delivering playable frame rates at every tested resolution and settings preset. The data shows this combo ranks 852nd out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 23% of all systems benchmarked for this title. More importantly, the measured FPS demonstrates that this hardware does not merely meet the 60 FPS playable threshold—it vastly exceeds it, with even the most demanding 4K Ultra preset averaging 63.7 FPS. At 1440p and 1080p, the headroom is enormous, making this setup capable of driving high-refresh-rate displays without compromise.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 852 out of 3712 tested configurations indicates a top-quartile performance tier, but the raw numbers tell a more compelling story. The CPU sits in the 94th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 81st percentile among all graphics cards. This combination of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU creates a balanced system where neither component becomes a bottleneck in Doom.

The Intel Core i7-14700KF's benchmark scores reinforce its standing. In Cinebench R23, it achieves a multi-core score of 44167 and a single-core score of 6235. Its average benchmark score of 70163 places it within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (avgScore 69996) and 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (avgScore 69875). It is 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (avgScore 69515) and 1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K (avgScore 70879, deltaPct -1). This means the CPU's performance is essentially neck-and-neck with several flagship alternatives.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070's average benchmark score of 37648 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA Tesla P4 (avgScore 37628, deltaPct 0.1%) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (avgScore 37507, deltaPct 0.4%). It trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile by 1.3% (avgScore 38135) and leads the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 by 1.3% (avgScore 37157). The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 26927 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3854 confirm its strong DirectX 12 capability, which is directly relevant to Doom's engine.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Doom at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows all four settings presets at 3840x2160 exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold. The lowest average is 63.7 FPS at Ultra settings, while High averages 80.9 FPS, Medium 93.3 FPS, and Low 108.4 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 deliver an average of 124.5 FPS, which is the highest preset tested and still more than double the 60 FPS threshold. Lower presets yield even higher frame rates: High averages 150.4 FPS, Medium 179 FPS, and Low 204.2 FPS.

Q: How does this combo compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, 0.4% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, and 0.9% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X. It is 1% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.

Q: Is the RTX 4070's performance similar to any other GPUs?

A: The RTX 4070's average benchmark score of 37648 is within 0.1% of the NVIDIA Tesla P4 and 0.4% of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56. It is 1.3% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile and 1.3% faster than the AMD Radeon PRO W6400.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, even the most demanding Ultra preset averages 190.4 FPS. High averages 231.8 FPS, Medium 275.7 FPS, and Low reaches 313.8 FPS. All presets are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

*Q: Does the CPU or GPU bottleneck this system in Doom?*

A: The data indicates a balanced system. The CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, provide ample processing power. The GPU's 5888 shading units and 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth handle the graphics workload effectively, as evidenced by the high frame rates across all resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance. All values represent average frame rates, as min and max FPS data were not recorded.

At 3840x2160, the highest resolution tested, the combo averages 80.9 FPS on High settings. Dropping to Medium yields 93.3 FPS, while Low settings produce 108.4 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still achieves 63.7 FPS, narrowly clearing the 60 FPS threshold. This demonstrates that 4K gaming is viable, but with limited headroom at Ultra settings.

At 2560x1440, performance scales impressively. Ultra settings average 124.5 FPS, which is nearly double the 4K Ultra result. High settings reach 150.4 FPS, Medium hits 179 FPS, and Low peaks at 204.2 FPS. The jump from 4K to 1440p improves frame rates by roughly 60-90% across all presets, indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint at 4K Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the system is clearly GPU-bound at the highest settings but still delivers exceptional results. Ultra averages 190.4 FPS, High averages 231.8 FPS, Medium averages 275.7 FPS, and Low reaches 313.8 FPS. The scaling from Medium to Low is only 38.1 FPS, suggesting diminishing returns at lower settings because the CPU and GPU are both capable of far exceeding display refresh rates at this resolution.

The data shows a consistent pattern: frame rates scale smoothly with resolution and settings, with no anomalous drops or bottlenecks. The largest performance gap between presets occurs at 1080p between Medium and Ultra (85.3 FPS), while the smallest gap is at 4K between Low and Medium (15.1 FPS). This indicates the system handles higher resolutions more efficiently relative to settings changes.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Doom, and it does so with substantial performance to spare. The verdict by resolution is unambiguous: all four settings presets at all three resolutions clear the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Ultra, which averages 63.7 FPS. This is the only resolution where the system approaches the 60 FPS floor, but it still clears it by 3.7 FPS. For a smoother 4K experience, dropping to High settings yields 80.9 FPS, providing a 27% performance increase over Ultra.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 124.5 FPS, making this resolution the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors. The system maintains more than double the playable threshold even at maximum quality, with no need to compromise on visuals.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 190.4 FPS, which is over three times the playable threshold. This resolution is ideal for competitive play or extremely high refresh rate displays, as the system has massive headroom to spare.

The verdict is clear: this combo is overqualified for Doom, delivering playable frame rates at every setting and resolution tested. The only consideration is whether the user prefers maximum visual fidelity at 4K (63.7 FPS at Ultra) or maximum frame rates at lower resolutions (up to 313.8 FPS at 1080p Low).

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700KF's nearest rivals provide nearly identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has an average score of 69996, which is 0.2% lower, making it the closest match. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (avgScore 69875) is 0.4% slower, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (avgScore 69515) is 0.9% slower. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K (avgScore 70879) is the only rival that outperforms the i7-14700KF, by 1%. Systems built with any of these CPUs would deliver near-identical frame rates in Doom.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070's nearest rivals offer similar graphics performance. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 (avgScore 37628) is within 0.1%, making it virtually indistinguishable in practice. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (avgScore 37507) is 0.4% slower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (avgScore 38135) is 1.3% faster, while the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (avgScore 37157) is 1.3% slower. These differences are within the margin of error for real-world gaming performance, so any of these GPUs would produce similar FPS numbers.

Combining these alternatives, a system with an AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and a Tesla P4 would perform nearly identically to the i7-14700KF and RTX 4070 combo. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with an RTX 4080 Mobile would be slightly faster, but the difference would be imperceptible in Doom, where even the slower configurations far exceed the 60 FPS threshold.

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 optimal choice for maximum visual quality at 4K, though users who prioritize frame rate stability might prefer High at 80.9 FPS for a 27% performance buffer.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 124.5 FPS, making it the clear best choice. This preset provides the highest visual fidelity while still delivering more than double the playable threshold, so there is no reason to drop to lower settings at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 190.4 FPS. This is the most demanding preset and still delivers over three times the 60 FPS threshold. The system has so much headroom at 1080p that even the most demanding settings leave performance to spare, making Ultra the obvious recommendation.

The data suggests that this combo is best utilized at 1440p or 1080p with Ultra settings, where it delivers exceptional performance with maximum visual quality. At 4K, Ultra is playable but leaves little margin, so users with 4K displays may prefer High settings for a more comfortable frame rate buffer.