Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers an exceptional experience in Doom, securing the 644th position out of 3712 tested combos. This places the pairing in the top 17.4% of all configurations, a strong result for a game that is known to scale well with high-end hardware. The data confirms that this combination is not merely capable but is positioned to deliver high refresh rate gameplay at nearly every resolution, with the GPU acting as the primary driver of performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame of 644 out of 3712 total tested combinations establishes this Ryzen 5 5600 + RTX 4070 SUPER pairing as a high-tier performer for Doom. This ranking places it comfortably within the top quintile of all systems tested, indicating that users can expect a smooth and responsive experience without needing to compromise heavily on visual fidelity. The position confirms the balance between the CPU's solid multi-threaded foundation and the GPU's substantial rendering power.

Benchmark results show this is a configuration built for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1920x1080, the system never drops below the 200 FPS threshold on any preset, and it even approaches the 350 FPS ceiling at lower settings. This level of performance suggests the CPU is more than sufficient to feed the GPU at standard resolutions, allowing the graphics card to operate at its full potential. The ranking reflects this efficiency, as the system is clearly not bottlenecked by the processor in most scenarios.

The deltaPct values from the CPU's nearest rivals show the Ryzen 5 5600 is in a tightly contested performance band. It is a mere 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V and 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G. While these margins are negligible for gaming, they indicate that the CPU is a modern, competitive part that will not hold back the RTX 4070 SUPER. For a game like Doom, which is optimized for high frame rates, this rank confirms that the entire pipeline is working in harmony.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the undisputed performance leader in this pairing for Doom. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides a 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is ample for the textures and geometry in Doom at any resolution. The data shows that the GPU's capabilities are the primary factor determining frame rates, as evidenced by the significant scaling from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160.

Clock speeds of 1980 MHz base and 2475 MHz boost allow the GPU to maintain high throughput. This is reflected in the benchmark scores, where the GPU achieves a Passmark G3D score of 29995 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795. These raw compute numbers translate directly to the measured FPS, with the card delivering 90 FPS on average at 4K High settings, a demanding workload that highlights the card's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is 131 FPS, but at 3840x2160, that same gap narrows to 49 FPS. This shows the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, where the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are stressed. The data indicates that while the CPU handles the game logic, the RTX 4070 SUPER is responsible for the lion's share of the rendering workload, making it the decisive component for achieving high frame rates.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Doom?

A: Yes, the data shows it is capable. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the system achieves an average of 90 FPS. Even on the Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, it maintains an average of 74 FPS, which is playable. For higher refresh rates at 4K, the Low preset yields 123 FPS.

Q: What is the maximum FPS achievable at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 341 on the Low preset at 1920x1080. The Medium preset also delivers very high performance with an average of 304 FPS and a max of 350 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate 1080p monitors.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to other GPUs in this database?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER holds an 83rd percentile rank among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 43223. It is 0.1% slower than the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB and 1% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile, according to nearestRivals data.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600 a bottleneck at 1440p?

A: The data suggests it is not a significant bottleneck. At 2560x1440, the system delivers an average of 197 FPS on Medium and 166 FPS on High. These high frame rates indicate the CPU is keeping pace with the GPU's output.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The difference is 30 FPS on average. High settings produce an average of 166 FPS, while Ultra settings produce an average of 136 FPS. This represents a 22% performance cost for the visual upgrade to Ultra.

Q: Does the 12 GB VRAM limit performance in Doom?

A: No, the measured data does not indicate a VRAM limitation. The game runs smoothly at all tested resolutions and settings, including 4K Ultra, which typically stresses memory capacity. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth appears sufficient for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data paints a clear picture of a highly capable system. At 1920x1080, the system is frame-rate-limitless. The Low preset produces an average of 341 FPS, which is the highest recorded across all tests. The Medium preset delivers 304 FPS on average, with a minimum of 259 FPS and a maximum of 350 FPS, showcasing excellent frame pacing. High settings yield 257 FPS, and even the Ultra preset maintains a robust 210 FPS average, ensuring that competitive players can max out settings without sacrificing performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, the system continues to impress. The Low preset achieves an average of 226 FPS, while the Medium preset is close behind with 197 FPS (min 167, max 227). High settings produce 166 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 136 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a perfect balance between visual fidelity and high refresh rates, with all presets remaining comfortably above the 130 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to feel the strain, but performance remains solid. The Low preset delivers 123 FPS, which is still excellent for 4K. The Medium preset follows with 107 FPS (min 91, max 123), and High settings produce 90 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, yielding an average of 74 FPS. While this is playable, users seeking consistently higher frame rates at 4K should consider the High or Medium presets. The data shows a clear progression: the system is a 1080p and 1440p powerhouse, and a capable 4K performer.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 users, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. With an average of 210 FPS, there is no reason to lower settings, as the visual quality is maximized while maintaining frame rates far beyond what most monitors can display. Even the most demanding scenes will remain extremely fluid, making this the optimal choice for both single-player and competitive play.

At 2560x1440, the High preset offers the best balance. It delivers an average of 166 FPS, which is high enough for 144Hz and 165Hz monitors. While Ultra provides a visual upgrade, the 30 FPS drop to 136 FPS may be noticeable on high-refresh displays. The Medium preset is a viable alternative for users who prioritize frame rates above all else, but High provides a better overall experience without sacrificing too much performance.

For 3840x2160, the High preset is the recommended starting point, offering an average of 90 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on most 60Hz 4K displays and even allows for some headroom. The Medium preset at 107 FPS is the better choice for users with 120Hz or higher 4K monitors, as it provides a significant performance boost over High while still looking great. The Ultra preset, while playable at 74 FPS, is best reserved for slower-paced, visually-focused playthroughs.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 provides a solid foundation for this gaming system. With 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, it offers a strong balance of single-thread and multi-thread performance. Its 3DMark single-thread score of 882 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2584 indicate excellent per-core performance, which is crucial for game logic and physics. The processor's high boost clock of 4.40 GHz ensures that it can respond quickly to demanding tasks.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18309 and a Passmark multithread score of 21541. This ensures that background tasks and the game's various processing threads are handled efficiently without causing stutters. The data shows that the CPU holds a 74th percentile rank against all CPUs, placing it above average and more than capable for modern gaming workloads.

The CPU's role in Doom is to feed the GPU with data. The measured FPS data shows that the CPU does not bottleneck the system until the frame rates become exceptionally high. For example, at 1080p Low with 341 FPS, the CPU is working hard, but it still manages to deliver consistent performance. The 32 MB of shared L3 cache is particularly beneficial for gaming, as it reduces memory latency and helps keep the CPU fed with data, ensuring that the RTX 4070 SUPER is never left waiting.