Doom

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne codename) using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The CPU features a 16 MB L3 cache, with 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, and supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, this processor demonstrates a balanced profile. Its 3DMark scores scale from 836 in single-thread to 5411 in max-thread tests, while Cinebench R23 results show 2319 single-core and 16429 multi-core. PassMark multithread performance reaches 19330, with a single-thread score of 3058. The CPU's percentile ranking versus all CPUs is 79, indicating it outperforms roughly four-fifths of the processor landscape.

For Doom, a 2016 FPS title, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining high frame rates without becoming a bottleneck. The measured FPS data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 322.9 FPS average. This high frame rate suggests the Ryzen 5 5500's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU effectively at lower resolutions where CPU overhead is more pronounced. The processor's boost clock of 4.20 GHz helps ensure responsive single-threaded performance, which is critical for game logic and draw call submission.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 5500's average benchmark score is 20875, which is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12500 (deltaPct -0.1) and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (deltaPct -0.1). It sits marginally above the AMD EPYC 7J13 (deltaPct 0.1) and slightly below the Intel Core i5-12600T (deltaPct -0.2). This tight clustering indicates that the CPU's processing capability is competitive with these alternatives, though the differences are negligible in practical terms.

The data suggests that at higher resolutions like 3840x2160, the CPU's workload diminishes relative to the GPU. At 4K Ultra, the combo delivers 73.7 FPS average, which is far below the 1080p Low result of 322.9 FPS. This pattern indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU's headroom is more apparent at lower settings and resolutions. The Ryzen 5 5500's 16 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory bandwidth are adequate for Doom's engine, which does not demand excessive memory throughput.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD104 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. It features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and its memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). It contains 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units, along with 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores. The card achieves 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance and has a 220 W TDP.

In GPU benchmarks, the RTX 4070 SUPER shows strong results: PassMark G3D scores 29995, while Geekbench OpenCL reaches 192684 and Vulkan scores 179271. Its percentile ranking versus all GPUs is 84, placing it in the top 16% of graphics cards. The average benchmark score is 42576. When compared to nearest rivals, the RTX 4070 SUPER is nearly identical to the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (deltaPct -0.2) and AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (deltaPct -0.3), while being slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (deltaPct 1.4) and NVIDIA Tesla M40 (deltaPct 1.6).

For Doom, the GPU's 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for the game's texture requirements, even at 4K Ultra settings. The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 3840x2160, average FPS ranges from 73.7 at Ultra to 123.4 at Low. At 2560x1440, the range extends from 139 at Ultra to 224.9 at Low. At 1920x1080, the range broadens to 208.2 at Ultra and 322.9 at Low.

The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are key factors in achieving these results. Doom's id Tech 6 engine is known for its scalability, and the data shows that the RTX 4070 SUPER provides smooth performance even at 4K. The transition from Medium to High settings at 4K results in a drop from 107.2 to 88.4 FPS, while Ultra brings it down to 73.7 FPS. This indicates that the GPU handles the increased shading and texture work efficiently, with the 80 ROPs and 224 TMUs providing adequate pixel and texture throughput.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500 compare to its closest CPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500's average benchmark score is 20875, placing it within 0.2% of the Intel Core i5-12500 (20897), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (20900), and Intel Core i5-12600T (20917). It is also 0.1% above the AMD EPYC 7J13 (20845). These differences are negligible, indicating near-identical overall processing capability.

Q: What is the RTX 4070 SUPER's performance ranking among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has a percentile ranking of 84 versus all GPUs, meaning it outperforms 84% of graphics cards in the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score is 42576, with a PassMark G3D score of 29995.

Q: What frame rates can this combo achieve at 1080p with different settings?

A: At 1920x1080, the combo averages 322.9 FPS at Low settings, 302.6 FPS at Medium, 260.1 FPS at High, and 208.2 FPS at Ultra. All settings deliver well above 200 FPS, indicating excellent performance for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates at 4K?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160, the combo averages 123.4 FPS at Low, 107.2 FPS at Medium, 88.4 FPS at High, and 73.7 FPS at Ultra. Even the most demanding setting remains above 70 FPS, providing a smooth experience at 4K.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER's average score of 42576 is 0.2% below the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42653) and 0.3% below the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (42723). It is 1.4% above the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (41991) and 1.6% above the NVIDIA Tesla M40 (41897).

Q: What is the CPU's multithreaded performance relative to its single-threaded performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 shows a 3DMark single-thread score of 836 and a max-thread score of 5411, representing a 6.5x scaling. Cinebench R23 scores are 2319 single-core and 16429 multi-core, showing a 7.1x scaling, which reflects efficient use of its 12 threads.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates exceptional capability. Low settings yield an average of 322.9 FPS, which drops to 302.6 FPS at Medium, 260.1 FPS at High, and 208.2 FPS at Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 35.5% reduction in frame rate, indicating that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution, with the CPU providing ample headroom.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a more pronounced impact from settings changes. Low settings average 224.9 FPS, Medium 199.3 FPS, High 167.8 FPS, and Ultra 139 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra here is 38.2%, slightly larger than at 1080p, suggesting that the increased pixel count begins to stress the GPU more significantly. The 139 FPS at Ultra still provides a smooth experience for most displays.

At 3840x2160, the resolution demands become evident. Low settings average 123.4 FPS, Medium 107.2 FPS, High 88.4 FPS, and Ultra 73.7 FPS. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 40.3%, the largest percentage drop across all resolutions. This pattern confirms that 4K places the most strain on the GPU, with the CPU's role diminishing as the rendering load increases. The 73.7 FPS at 4K Ultra remains playable, though users seeking higher refresh rates would need to lower settings.

Comparing across resolutions at the same settings, the impact of resolution is clear. At Ultra, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rate from 208.2 to 139 FPS (a 33.2% drop), and from 1440p to 4K reduces it further to 73.7 FPS (a 47% drop). At Low settings, the same resolution transitions show drops from 322.9 to 224.9 FPS (30.3%) and from 224.9 to 123.4 FPS (45.1%). These percentages indicate that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute capabilities are the limiting factors at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 308th out of 1681 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the top 18.3% of all configurations. This rank reflects the strong synergy between the 6-core CPU and the high-end GPU, which together deliver excellent frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions.

Given that the data is measured (not estimated), this ranking is based on actual performance results. The combo's position in the 308th spot out of 1681 indicates that it outperforms over 1300 other CPU-GPU pairings in this game. This is notable considering the CPU's mid-range positioning (79th percentile among CPUs) and the GPU's high-end positioning (84th percentile among GPUs).

The rank suggests that Doom is not particularly CPU-bound, allowing the RTX 4070 SUPER to showcase its capabilities. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are well-suited to Doom's engine, which was designed to scale across hardware generations. The Ryzen 5 5500's 6 cores and 12 threads provide sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a bottleneck, even at high frame rates exceeding 300 FPS at 1080p.

The combo's ranking relative to other tested configurations indicates that it offers a balanced approach to high-performance gaming. While the CPU is not the fastest available, its performance is adequate for Doom's requirements, and the GPU's strength carries the combo to a strong overall position. This configuration would be particularly well-suited for gamers targeting high refresh rates at 1440p or smooth 4K experiences, as the data shows consistent performance across all tested scenarios.