Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, though 4K demands compromises. The measured data shows a clear performance hierarchy across settings, with the frame rate scaling predictably from Low to Ultra at each resolution. The combination’s overall rank of 1267 out of 1681 tested combos places it in the upper-middle tier for this title, indicating that while it is not a top-tier setup, it provides substantial headroom for competitive play and high-refresh-rate monitors at standard resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

The data indicates that for 1920x1080, the High preset is the optimal balance, delivering an average of 138.7 FPS. This is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a significant visual upgrade over Low settings, which achieve 191.1 FPS. The jump from Medium (165.4 FPS) to High (138.7 FPS) costs 26.7 FPS but offers noticeably better image quality, making High the sweet spot for most users. Ultra settings at 1080p still yield a strong 112.2 FPS, but the 26.5 FPS drop from High is substantial for marginal visual gains.

At 2560x1440, the High preset again emerges as the recommended choice, with an average of 91.3 FPS. This is just above the 90 FPS mark, providing smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate 1440p panels. The Medium preset (106.5 FPS) is viable for those prioritizing frame rate, but High offers a superior visual experience without dropping below the playable threshold. Ultra at 1440p (72.9 FPS) is playable but starts to approach the lower end of what is ideal for fast-paced shooters, where reaction time is critical.

For 3840x2160, the situation changes. The High preset (50.9 FPS) and Medium preset (60.7 FPS) are the only settings that approach playability, with Medium delivering a near-60 FPS experience. Ultra at 4K (39.2 FPS) is below the ideal range for a competitive FPS, and Low (64.6 FPS) is the only setting that clears 60 FPS. The data suggests that 4K is only viable with Low or Medium settings; High is borderline, and Ultra should be avoided unless frame rate is not a priority. The best experience at 4K is achieved with Medium settings, which balances visual fidelity with a playable frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Radeon RX 5700 XT combination ranks 1267 out of 1681 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 75th percentile of all tested systems. This rank reflects a solid mid-range performance level. The data shows that the setup is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it outperforms a significant portion of the tested configurations. However, it is not in the top tier, as 414 combos achieve higher average frame rates.

The ranking indicates that this combo sits comfortably above average for this game. Given Doom’s optimization and the hardware’s capabilities, the 1267th position is a reasonable outcome. The CPU’s 76th percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU’s 68th percentile among all GPUs suggest that the bottleneck is slightly more on the graphics side, but the overall system balance is adequate for the game’s demands. The nearest CPU rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-11400 with a delta of -0.1%, show that the Ryzen 5 3600 is on par with newer mid-range options, reinforcing its position in this ranking.

GPU Role

The Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary driver of frame rates in Doom, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game’s textures and assets at the tested resolutions, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling from Low to Ultra. The GPU’s base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1905 MHz, with a game clock of 1755 MHz, allow it to sustain high performance under load.

The GPU’s 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs are well-matched to Doom’s Vulkan-based rendering, which leverages the architecture efficiently. The pixel rate of 121.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 304.8 GTexel/s indicate that the card can handle the game’s geometry and effects without becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions. However, at 4K, the GPU’s limitations become apparent, with the Ultra preset dropping to 39.2 FPS, a 22.7 FPS decrease from High at the same resolution.

The GPU’s percentile ranking of 68 against all GPUs places it in the upper-mid range, just slightly behind the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (delta -0.1%) and ahead of the Intel Arc A350M (delta 0.3%). This positioning explains why the combo performs admirably at 1080p and 1440p but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for Doom, which is not a VRAM-heavy title, but the raw compute power is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured frame rates show a clear progression: Low achieves 191.1 FPS, Medium 165.4 FPS, High 138.7 FPS, and Ultra 112.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 78.9 FPS, indicating that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution. The step from Medium to High represents a 26.7 FPS drop, which is the largest single-step reduction, suggesting that High settings introduce a notable increase in graphical workload.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are lower but still strong: Low 122.2 FPS, Medium 106.5 FPS, High 91.3 FPS, and Ultra 72.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 49.3 FPS, a smaller absolute difference than at 1080p, but the percentage drop is similar. The High preset at 91.3 FPS is the most balanced, as it stays above 90 FPS while providing good visual quality. Ultra at 72.9 FPS is still playable but begins to show the GPU’s strain at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates drop significantly: Low 64.6 FPS, Medium 60.7 FPS, High 50.9 FPS, and Ultra 39.2 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 25.4 FPS, but the absolute values are much lower. Low is the only setting that maintains a frame rate above 60 FPS, while Medium is just barely below. High and Ultra are below the ideal threshold for a smooth experience, with Ultra being nearly unplayable for competitive play. The data shows that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant settings reductions to maintain playability.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Doom?

A: The data indicates that 1920x1080 with High settings provides the best balance, achieving 138.7 FPS. For higher fidelity, 2560x1440 with High settings is also viable at 91.3 FPS.

Q: Does this combo achieve 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which average 64.6 FPS. Medium settings are just below 60 FPS at 60.7 FPS, while High and Ultra fall below the threshold.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18129, which is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-11400 (18150, delta -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (18158, delta -0.2%).

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile?

A: The Radeon RX 5700 XT ranks in the 68th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24731, placing it slightly behind the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile (24763, delta -0.1%).

Q: Is Ultra settings viable at 1440p?

A: Yes, Ultra at 2560x1440 achieves 72.9 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold, but it is a 18.4 FPS drop from High settings (91.3 FPS).

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank in Doom?

A: The combo ranks 1267 out of 1681 tested configurations, placing it in the upper-mid tier for this game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides a solid foundation for Doom. The CPU’s base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.20 GHz, combined with 32 MB of shared L3 cache, ensure that it can keep up with the GPU’s output in most scenarios. The CPU’s benchmark scores, such as 15045 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 2124 in singlecore, indicate that it has sufficient processing power for the game’s physics and AI calculations.

The CPU’s 76th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it outperforms a majority of processors on the market. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-11400, scores 18150 with a delta of -0.1%, showing that the Ryzen 5 3600 is statistically equivalent in overall performance. This parity is reflected in real-world gaming, where the CPU is rarely the bottleneck at 1080p, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved at that resolution.

At 1440p and 4K, the CPU’s role becomes less critical as the GPU takes on the primary workload. The data supports this, as the frame rate drops are consistent with GPU-bound scenarios. The Ryzen 5 3600’s 12 threads are more than adequate for Doom, which is optimized for multi-threading, but the game’s performance is ultimately constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions. The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and dual-channel DDR4 support are sufficient to feed the GPU without causing stutters or frame pacing issues.