Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti presents a compelling dataset for Doom, a 2016 FPS title. The benchmark results reveal a system where the GPU is the dominant force at higher resolutions, but the CPU’s capabilities become increasingly relevant as resolution drops. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes the component roles, and provides practical settings guidance based solely on the provided figures.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern: performance scales inversely with resolution, but the rate of change reveals where the bottleneck lies. At 4K (3840x2160) with Ultra settings, the system delivers an average of 78 FPS. Dropping to 1440p (2560x1440) on the same Ultra preset increases the average to 144.2 FPS, a substantial jump of 66.2 FPS. Moving further down to 1080p (1920x1080) with Ultra settings yields an average of 224.8 FPS.

This scaling behavior is classic GPU-bound performance. The gap between 4K and 1440p is larger than the gap between 1440p and 1080p, which indicates the GPU is working progressively harder as pixel count rises. The RTX 4070 Ti, with its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth, is the primary driver of these results. At 4K, the GPU is heavily loaded, and the frame rate is limited by its raw rendering power. The data confirms that even at 4K High settings, the card maintains a smooth 93.2 FPS average, showing it is not completely overwhelmed at the highest resolution.

However, the picture changes at 1080p. The frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 276.7 FPS and even the demanding Ultra preset achieving 224.8 FPS. At these high frame rates, the workload shifts. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 2 part with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, must feed the GPU with enough draw calls and game logic updates. The data suggests the Ryzen 5 4600G is still capable of keeping up, but the scaling from 1440p to 1080p is less dramatic than the jump from 4K to 1440p. The frame rate increases are still significant, but the diminishing returns point towards the CPU starting to play a larger role, preventing the GPU from reaching even higher frame rates.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture. Its benchmark scores place it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17489. In the context of Doom, its role is to ensure a stable and high minimum frame rate, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU can render frames quickly. The CPU’s multi-threaded performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593, is more than adequate for a game from 2016.

The comparison to its nearest rivals provides context. The Ryzen 5 4600G has a 0.1% higher average benchmark score than the Intel Core i5-12450H and a 1% higher score than the Intel Core i3-13100F. These margins are negligible in real-world gaming, indicating that the 4600G is on par with these other capable modern processors. The single-thread performance, often critical for game logic, is also solid, with a Geekbench single-core score of 1575. This ensures that the CPU does not become a significant hindrance.

In this specific combo, the CPU is not the star of the show, but it is a competent supporting actor. The RTX 4070 Ti is clearly the performance leader. The CPU’s job is to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The data shows that at 1080p, the system achieves 224.8 FPS on Ultra settings. This is a very high frame rate, and it suggests the CPU is providing enough throughput. The difference between the Low (276.7 FPS) and Ultra (224.8 FPS) presets at 1080p is 51.9 FPS, a gap that is entirely attributable to the GPU’s workload. The CPU handles the game's core logic consistently, allowing the GPU to be the differentiating factor across settings.

FAQ

Q: Is this CPU-GPU combo well-balanced for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming in Doom?

A: Yes. The data shows the combo averages 224.8 FPS at 1080p on Ultra settings, which is well above the refresh rate of most high-end monitors. The CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution, as indicated by the high frame rates.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p on Ultra settings?

A: The average frame rate drops from 224.8 FPS at 1080p to 144.2 FPS at 1440p. This is a decrease of 80.6 FPS, which is a significant 35.9% reduction and highlights the increased load on the GPU.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, but with a caveat. At 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 93.2, which is smooth. However, on the Ultra preset, the average drops to 78 FPS, which is still playable but may not hit the highest refresh rate targets.

Q: What is the performance difference between the lowest and highest quality presets at 4K?

A: The Low preset averages 128 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 78 FPS. This is a 50 FPS difference, demonstrating that the Ultra preset imposes a substantial cost on the GPU at this resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck at 1440p?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The jump from 4K Ultra (78 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (144.2 FPS) is a 66.2 FPS increase, which is a typical GPU-driven scaling pattern. The CPU is likely not a limiting factor until frame rates approach the 200 FPS range.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in overall synthetic benchmark performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17489, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-12450H and 1% higher than the Intel Core i3-13100F, showing they are all in the same performance tier.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is ranked 314th out of 1681 tested combos for Doom. This places it in the top 18.7% of all tested configurations. This rank is a strong indicator of the combo’s overall capability. Given the GPU's high performance, this ranking is likely driven by the graphics card's ability to produce very high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p.

The ranking is a relative measure. A rank of 314 out of 1681 means there are 313 other combos that perform better in this specific game. These higher-ranked combos likely include more powerful, newer CPUs with higher single-thread performance. However, the data shows this combo still delivers an excellent experience, particularly for 1440p gaming. The high ranking reflects that the RTX 4070 Ti is doing the heavy lifting, and the 4600G is providing sufficient support to avoid a severe bottleneck, even if it might not be the absolute best pairing for maximizing the GPU's potential at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and presets.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 276.7 FPS average
• Medium: 266.6 FPS average
• High: 248.4 FPS average
• Ultra: 224.8 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 238.9 FPS average
• Medium: 207.2 FPS average
• High: 174.9 FPS average
• Ultra: 144.2 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 128 FPS average
• Medium: 111.9 FPS average
• High: 93.2 FPS average
• Ultra: 78 FPS average

The data shows a consistent hierarchy. Lower resolutions and lower settings yield higher frame rates. The most demanding configuration (4K Ultra) produces 78 FPS, while the least demanding (1080p Low) yields 276.7 FPS. This data allows for precise tuning based on a user's display and preference for visual fidelity versus raw frame rate.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings depend entirely on the target resolution and refresh rate.

For 4K display users, the High preset is the clear sweet spot. It delivers an average of 93.2 FPS, which is a significant improvement over the Ultra preset’s 78 FPS. The visual difference between High and Ultra is often minor, but the 15.2 FPS performance gain is valuable for maintaining a smoother experience. The Low preset at 128 FPS is an option for maximum frame rate, but it sacrifices too much visual quality for a game like Doom.

For 1440p display users, the Ultra preset is the best choice for a visual showcase, providing a 144.2 FPS average that is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. If a user prefers even higher frame rates, dropping to High yields 174.9 FPS, a 30.7 FPS increase. The Medium preset at 207.2 FPS is also viable for competitive play, but the Ultra preset provides the best balance of high fidelity and smoothness.

For 1080p display users, the Ultra preset at 224.8 FPS is the recommended starting point. It provides a buttery-smooth experience that exceeds the refresh rate of most standard monitors. Dropping to lower settings will increase the frame rate further, but it is unlikely to be necessary unless using a monitor with an extremely high refresh rate (240Hz or higher). The High preset at 248.4 FPS is a reasonable alternative if you want a slight performance buffer. In all cases, the GPU is powerful enough to ensure a very high-quality experience at this resolution.