Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500, a six-core, twelve-thread Zen 3 processor based on the Cezanne architecture, operates with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. For a title like Doom, which is known for its id Tech engine efficiency, the processor's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide a solid foundation. The benchmark data for this specific combination—the Ryzen 5 5500 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER—shows that at 1080p, the CPU's capabilities are sufficient to feed the GPU, as evidenced by frame rates exceeding 300 FPS on lower settings. However, the processor's PCIe Gen 3 interface and mid-range core configuration mean that its primary role is to maintain a high minimum frame rate floor, which it does effectively, as the measured FPS data does not present any bottlenecks that would cap performance below 221 FPS at 1080p.

The Ryzen 5 5500 sits in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20875. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are the Intel Core i5-12500 with a score of 20897 (a negligible 0.1% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE at 20900 (also 0.1% difference). This places the 5500 in a performance tier where it neither significantly aids nor restricts the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in this game, but rather provides a stable baseline that allows the GPU to stretch its legs. The processor's single-thread score of 836 in 3dmark and 2319 in Cinebench R23 are competitive for its class, ensuring that game logic and draw call processing are not the limiting factors in the measured results.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500's average benchmark score of 20875 is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12500 (20897, at -0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (20900, at -0.1% delta). It is also 0.1% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7J13 and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12600T, indicating that its compute capabilities are firmly in the mainstream desktop range.

Q: What is the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's standing among all GPUs?

A: The GPU achieves an 86th percentile ranking versus all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48704. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA CMP 50HX, scores 49071, which is 0.7% higher, while the NVIDIA RTX A2000 scores 47915, placing it 1.6% behind the 4070 Ti SUPER.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the primary bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K. At 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 94.1, which is a significant drop from the 174.4 FPS seen at 1440p High. This scaling pattern, where FPS drops by roughly 46% when moving from 1440p to 4K, suggests that the GPU's rendering workload is the constraint, not the CPU.

Q: Can this combo achieve high refresh rates at 1080p?

A: Yes, the measured data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 322.2 FPS, and even at Ultra settings it maintains 221.7 FPS. This comfortably exceeds the 144 Hz refresh rate common on gaming monitors, and even approaches 240 Hz territory on lower presets.

Q: How does this specific combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combination of the Ryzen 5 5500 and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER ranks 266th out of 1681 total tested combos in Doom. This places it in the top 16% of all configurations tested for this game, indicating a strong overall match for high-performance play.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the CPU, and does it matter?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. While this is not as high as newer platforms, the measured FPS data in Doom shows that this bandwidth is sufficient to avoid memory-related stutters, as the game maintains high average frame rates across all resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound curve for this combination. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 274.3 FPS. Moving to 1440p High reduces this to 174.4 FPS, a drop of approximately 36%. Pushing further to 4K High brings the average down to 94.1 FPS, which is another 46% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's rendering pipeline is the active constraint as resolution increases, while the Ryzen 5 5500 continues to provide frames fast enough to avoid becoming the primary limiter.

The pattern holds across all quality settings. At Low settings, the frame rate goes from 322.2 FPS at 1080p, to 239.1 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 132.1 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 1440p Low is about 26%, while the delta between 1440p and 4K Low is about 45%. This shows that the GPU's fill-rate and pixel-processing capabilities are being taxed more heavily at higher resolutions, which is expected for a game like Doom that relies on high-texture detail and particle effects. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 672.3 GB/s bandwidth ensure that texture streaming is not a bottleneck, but the raw computational load at 4K still halves the performance compared to 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers its highest raw performance. Low settings produce an average of 322.2 FPS, Medium yields 303.2 FPS, High drops to 274.3 FPS, and Ultra settles at 221.7 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is approximately 100 FPS, showing that the GPU has ample headroom at this resolution to handle the most demanding presets while still maintaining high triple-digit frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the averages remain very playable. Low settings hit 239.1 FPS, Medium reaches 212 FPS, High manages 174.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 141.9 FPS. The step from High to Ultra at 1440p costs about 32 FPS, which is a notable penalty for the extra graphical fidelity. Even at Ultra, the frame rate is above the 120 FPS mark, making this an excellent resolution for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become clear. Low settings still produce a solid 132.1 FPS, Medium drops to 114.2 FPS, High brings the average to 94.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 75.7 FPS. The data shows that 4K Ultra is the only preset that dips below the 80 FPS threshold, while High and Medium remain comfortably above 90 FPS. For players prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity at 4K, Low settings offer nearly double the performance of Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The Ryzen 5 5500 and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination achieves a rank of 266 out of 1681 tested combos in Doom. This places it in the top 15.8% of all configurations tested. Given that the GPU's average benchmark score of 48704 puts it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, the combo's ranking is slightly lower than the GPU's standalone percentile, suggesting that the CPU's 79th percentile standing holds the pairing back from the top 10% of combos. However, the gap is minimal; the CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12500, performs within 0.1% in synthetic tests, so swapping the processor would likely yield negligible differences in this game's measured frame rates.

The rank of 266 indicates that there are 265 other combos that perform better in Doom, likely featuring higher-end CPUs or GPUs. Still, for a mainstream six-core processor paired with a high-end GPU, the result is strong. The data shows that the combo is well-balanced for this title, as the frame rates at 1440p and 4K are not artificially capped by the CPU, but rather scale naturally with the GPU's workload.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset at 221.7 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a high level of visual quality while still exceeding the refresh rate of most gaming monitors. The difference between Medium and Ultra is only 81.5 FPS, but Ultra's visual enhancements justify the slight reduction in frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 174.4 FPS offers the best balance between image quality and performance. Ultra drops to 141.9 FPS, which is still smooth, but the 32 FPS hit may not be worth the marginal visual gains. Low settings at 239.1 FPS are excessive for most displays, making High the sweet spot.

For 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 114.2 FPS is the optimal choice. It provides a significant boost over High (94.1 FPS) and Ultra (75.7 FPS) while maintaining a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS standard. Low at 132.1 FPS is viable for competitive play, but Medium offers a more balanced experience without sacrificing too much detail. The data clearly shows that Ultra at 4K is the only preset that compromises the experience, leaving Medium as the recommended setting for 4K displays.