Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a highly capable 1080p experience in Doom, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. The data shows a combination that is firmly mid-pack among tested systems, ranking 2786th out of 3712 total combinations, yet it offers a smooth experience at the most common gaming resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Doom with this CPU and GPU combo?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution, where the average frame rate never drops below 112 FPS even at Ultra settings. At 2560x1440, the average stays above 72 FPS, while at 3840x2160, the average falls below 65 FPS even on Low settings.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 4600G's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17507. This places it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core 7 150U. It trails the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE by 0.6% and the Intel Core i3-14100T by 0.8%.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers an average of 120 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers an average of 72 FPS. This represents a 48 FPS drop when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B580 more or less powerful than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080?

A: The Arc B580's average benchmark score is 23021, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 2080's score of 22895. The Arc B580 also outperforms the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP by 0.2% but trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 by 0.7%.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 4600G have a high core count for gaming?

A: With 6 cores and 12 threads, the data indicates this is a solid mid-range processor. Its 3DMark multi-threaded score of 4889 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13593 show it can handle modern gaming workloads, though its single-thread performance of 1919 in Cinebench R23 is a more limiting factor for frame rates.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 4K Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 48 FPS, with an average of 57 FPS and a maximum of 65 FPS. This suggests occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B580 is the primary driver of frame rates in this configuration. Its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 456.0 GB/s, which is ample for Doom's demands. The GPU's base and boost clocks are both 2670 MHz, and the memory operates at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 213.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 427.2 GTexel/s.

The Arc B580's compute capabilities are substantial, with 2560 shading units and an FP32 throughput of 13.67 TFLOPS. The benchmark results confirm its position in the market: it sits at the 68th percentile of all GPUs and has an average benchmark score of 23021. This puts it in direct competition with older high-end cards, as its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 and RTX 3080. The GPU's performance in Doom is consistently the bottleneck at higher resolutions, as evidenced by the significant frame rate drops when moving from 1080p to 4K.

At 1080p, the GPU is powerful enough to push very high frame rates, with the Low preset reaching 186 FPS average. The data suggests that at this resolution, the GPU is not fully saturated, and the CPU begins to play a more significant role. However, at 1440p and especially 4K, the GPU's workload increases dramatically, and the frame rates scale accordingly. The 4K results, where the Ultra preset averages only 39 FPS, indicate that the Arc B580 is not sufficient for maximum settings at this resolution in Doom, despite its strong 1080p performance.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average frame rate is 137 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings drops the average to 88 FPS, a reduction of 49 FPS or roughly 36%. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 48 FPS, which is 65% lower than the 1080p result.

This scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rates go from 186 FPS at 1080p, to 120 FPS at 1440p, to 65 FPS at 4K. At Ultra settings, the progression is 112 FPS, 72 FPS, and 39 FPS respectively. The data shows that the performance penalty for each resolution step is significant, indicating that the GPU is the limiting component in this system for Doom.

The frame rate drops are not linear, suggesting that memory bandwidth and raw compute power become increasingly constrained as pixel count rises. The 4K results, where even Low settings only achieve 65 FPS, demonstrate that this combination is not suited for 4K gaming at high refresh rates. The 1440p results are more promising, with Medium settings achieving 105 FPS and High settings at 88 FPS, both of which are smooth experiences. The 1080p results are excellent across the board, with even Ultra settings maintaining an average above 100 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the data suggests using High settings at 1920x1080. This preset delivers an average of 137 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience. The step up to Ultra at 1080p costs 25 FPS (from 137 to 112) for what is typically a marginal visual improvement in Doom. The Medium preset at 1080p offers 162 FPS, but the visual downgrade from High is often noticeable.

At 2560x1440, the recommended preset is Medium, which achieves an average of 105 FPS. This is a better experience than High's 88 FPS, and the visual difference between Medium and High at this resolution is less pronounced than at 1080p. Ultra at 1440p is playable at 72 FPS, but the data shows that Medium provides a more comfortable margin above the 60 FPS baseline.

For 3840x2160, the data indicates that this combination should be avoided unless the user is willing to compromise heavily. Even Low settings only achieve 65 FPS, and the Medium preset drops to 57 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K, with an average of 39 FPS, is not a playable experience for a fast-paced FPS. The best choice at 4K would be Low settings, but the 65 FPS average is still below what many users would consider optimal.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured results show a clear hierarchy. The Low preset achieves an average of 186 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this combination. The Medium preset averages 162 FPS, with a minimum of 137 and a maximum of 186. The High preset averages 137 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 112 FPS. All 1080p presets deliver frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops are noticeable but still acceptable. The Low preset averages 120 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 105 FPS with a minimum of 89 and a maximum of 120. The High preset averages 88 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 72 FPS. The data shows that 1440p is a viable resolution for this combo, with even the most demanding preset staying above 70 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results are more constrained. The Low preset averages 65 FPS, the Medium preset averages 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 and a maximum of 65, and the High preset averages 48 FPS. The Ultra preset averages only 39 FPS. This data clearly shows that 4K is not a practical resolution for this hardware combination in Doom, as even the lowest settings struggle to maintain a consistent 60 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture. Its base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The CPU has 8 MB of shared L3 cache and 512 KB of L2 cache per core. Its memory bandwidth is rated at 51.2 GB/s with dual-channel DDR4 support.

The CPU's benchmark scores indicate it is a competent gaming processor. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 13593, and its single-core score is 1919. The 3DMark results show a progression from 1430 in the 2-thread test to 4889 in the max-threads test, indicating good scaling with thread count. The CPU sits at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17507.

In Doom, the CPU's role is more significant at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the high frame rates (186 FPS on Low) suggest that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to maintain these speeds. However, the data shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops from 1080p to 4K are substantial, which points to the GPU being the limiting factor. The CPU's single-thread performance, while not class-leading, is sufficient for this game. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i3-14100T, have similar average scores, indicating that the 4600G is well-matched for this GPU in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and Intel Arc B580 ranks 2786th out of 3712 tested combinations for Doom. This places it in the lower half of all results, which might seem surprising given the solid frame rates at 1080p. However, this rank is relative to all possible combinations, many of which include much higher-end CPUs and GPUs.

The data shows that while this combo performs well at 1080p and 1440p, it is not a top-tier configuration. The rank of 2786 out of 3712 indicates that approximately 75% of tested combinations perform better. This is consistent with the hardware's specifications: the CPU is a mid-range part from 2020, and the GPU, while modern, is positioned in the mid-range segment.

The performance gap to the top combinations is likely driven by both components. A higher-end CPU with better single-thread performance would improve frame rates at 1080p, and a more powerful GPU would be necessary for better 4K performance. However, for the resolutions and settings where this combo is most effective (1080p High, 1440p Medium), the results are solid. The rank reflects the overall competitive landscape, not a deficiency in any specific area. This configuration is best suited for 1080p gaming with high settings, where it delivers a consistently smooth experience.