Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a highly playable Doom experience, though the data reveals a clear performance ceiling defined by the graphics card at higher resolutions. The measured frames per second (FPS) show this pairing excels at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain high refresh rates at 4K, with the Ultra preset dropping below playable thresholds.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, operating from a base clock of 3.90 GHz up to a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This CPU features a 16 MB L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. For a fast-paced FPS like Doom, the processor's single-thread performance is critical, and the benchmark data indicates this chip is well-suited for the task. Its 3dmark single-thread score of 872 and 3dmark 2-thread score of 1705 suggest strong per-core capabilities that allow the game's main game logic and rendering threads to execute without stalling the GPU.

The 5600G’s multi-threaded performance is also respectable but secondary for Doom, as the game is not heavily dependent on scaling across many cores. The CPU achieves a cinebench r23 multicore score of 10551 and a 3dmark max threads score of 5455, which positions it well above the minimum requirements for the game's engine. In the context of this specific game, the CPU shows no signs of being a bottleneck at any tested resolution. The data demonstrates that the processor can feed the RTX 4060 with enough data to reach high frame rates, particularly at 1080p, where the average FPS on Low settings hits 180. This suggests the Ryzen 5 5600G’s 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with its high boost clock, are more than sufficient to handle the game's computational demands without limiting the overall frame output. The processor's percentile ranking of 74 against all CPUs further reinforces that it is a mid-to-high-range performer, well above the median for gaming workloads.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

Within the database of tested hardware combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 holds a rank of 2986 out of 3712 tested combos for Doom. This places the combo in the lower 20th percentile of all tested systems, which is a surprising result given the mid-range nature of both components. The ranking indicates that while this system is perfectly capable of running the game, many other hardware configurations achieve higher average frame rates. This suggests that the combination is not optimized for maximum performance in Doom, potentially due to the CPU's integrated graphics heritage or a specific driver/software interaction.

However, a low rank in the aggregate does not tell the whole story. The rank is derived from a global pool of combos that includes much more powerful processors and graphics cards. When looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Ryzen 5 5600G is nearly identical in average benchmark score to the Intel Core i3-1220P, with a delta of only 0.1%. This indicates that the processor's computational power is comparable to other mid-range mobile and desktop chips. For the GPU, the RTX 4060 is slightly behind the AMD Radeon HD 7790 by 0.2% in average score, though this is a negligible difference and likely within run-to-run variance. The combo's rank suggests that in the grand scheme of all systems, this is a solid 1080p gaming setup, but it is not a top-tier performer. The benchmark results indicate that the system is balanced, but the high number of combos above it likely feature more powerful GPUs, such as the RTX 4070 or higher, which can push frame rates much higher in a game like Doom that is not particularly demanding on the CPU.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a classic resolution scaling curve, but the magnitude of the drop points squarely at the GPU as the primary performance limiter. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 on High settings, the average FPS falls from 112 to 74, a 34% reduction. This is a significant drop, but the frame rate remains highly playable. The transition from 1440p to 3840x2160 is even more dramatic, with the average FPS on High settings plummeting to 41, a further 45% decrease. This sharp decline in performance as resolution increases is a textbook indicator that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the restricting component.

The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. At 4K, the demand for memory bandwidth and pixel fill rate increases exponentially, and the data shows the GPU simply cannot keep up. The processor, by contrast, shows no such bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 180 FPS, and at 1440p Low, it still manages 119 FPS. These high frame rates at lower resolutions indicate that the CPU is capable of delivering far more frames than the GPU can render at higher resolutions. The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings; the gap between 1080p and 4K performance is large and grows with higher detail levels. For example, on Medium settings, the drop is from 146 FPS at 1080p to 96 FPS at 1440p to 53 FPS at 4K. This data conclusively shows that if you want to play Doom at 4K with this hardware, you must accept lower frame rates, while 1080p and 1440p are where this combo shines.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The benchmark data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably. On Low settings, the average FPS is 180, which is exceptionally high and would fully utilize a 144Hz or even 165Hz monitor. Medium settings still yield an excellent 146 FPS average, with a minimum of 124 FPS and a maximum of 168 FPS, indicating smooth frame delivery. High settings produce 112 FPS, which is still ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, drops to 85 FPS, still a very playable experience for a fast-paced shooter. At this resolution, the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor, but it is powerful enough to provide a high-quality experience on any setting.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong, though the Ultra preset begins to show strain. Low settings average 119 FPS, which is great for 1440p. Medium settings deliver a solid 96 FPS, with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS, ensuring a stable gaming session. High settings produce 74 FPS, which is still smooth for most players. The Ultra preset, however, drops the average to 56 FPS. While this is playable, it is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the baseline for a fluid experience, and the lack of min/max data for this preset suggests it may be less consistent. At 1440p, the GPU is clearly working harder, and the 8 GB VRAM buffer may be getting close to its limit on the Ultra preset.

At 3840x2160, the performance is the weakest. The Low settings preset yields an average of 66 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings drop to 53 FPS, with a minimum of 45 FPS, which will be noticeable during intense action sequences. High settings average 41 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to a very choppy 31 FPS. The data at 4K clearly shows that this hardware is not suited for high-detail gaming at this resolution. The 4K results are only acceptable on Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is not high enough for competitive play. This resolution is best avoided for this combination unless you are willing to significantly compromise on visual quality.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The GPU has a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, with a memory clock of 2125 MHz (17 Gbps effective). The memory is accessed via a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is the primary reason for the performance cliff observed at 4K. Doom is a game that can consume significant video memory at high resolutions and texture detail settings, and 8 GB is becoming a limiting factor. At 4K Ultra, the game likely requires more than 8 GB of VRAM, forcing the GPU to use slower system memory, which causes the average FPS to drop to 31.

The GPU's compute capabilities are strong for its class, with 3072 shading units and a FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS. This raw power is what allows the system to reach 180 FPS at 1080p Low. However, the 128-bit memory bus is a bottleneck at higher resolutions where the demand for texture fetch and pixel data outpaces the available bandwidth. The GPU's benchmark scores reflect this. Its passmark g3d score is 19545, and its 3dmark steel nomad dx12 score is 2302, which are decent for a mid-range card. The data suggests that the RTX 4060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card, but its memory interface and size prevent it from being a 4K performer. The GPU's percentile ranking of 61 against all GPUs indicates it is a solid mid-range option, but the measured FPS data shows that its performance in Doom is heavily influenced by resolution, confirming that the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus are the key constraints.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend entirely on the target resolution. For 1920x1080, the High preset is the best recommendation. It delivers an average of 112 FPS, which is high enough for a smooth and responsive experience on most monitors. The Ultra preset is also viable at 85 FPS, but the jump to High offers a significant performance boost (27 FPS) with a likely minimal visual difference in the heat of battle. For players with 144Hz monitors, the Medium preset at 146 FPS is the sweet spot, ensuring the frame rate stays above the refresh rate, but High is the recommended balance of visual fidelity and speed.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is again the standout choice, averaging 74 FPS. This provides a great balance between visual quality and smoothness. The Medium preset offers a higher average of 96 FPS and is the better choice for competitive play or if you prioritize frame rate over graphical detail. The Ultra preset should be avoided, as the 56 FPS average is below the 60 FPS target and may feel inconsistent. For 1440p gaming, sticking to High or Medium is the prudent path to ensure a consistently fluid experience.

For 3840x2160, the data strongly suggests avoiding this resolution for a quality experience. The best-case scenario is the Low preset, which averages 66 FPS, but even this cannot guarantee a locked 60 FPS in all scenes. The Medium preset at 53 FPS is borderline, and High and Ultra are not playable at competitive levels. The recommendation is to run the game at 1440p with High settings, which provides a superior frame rate and visual experience compared to 4K with compromised settings. The 4K resolution is best reserved for slower-paced games or situations where visual fidelity is prioritized over performance. In summary, the Ryzen 5 5600G + RTX 4060 combo is best utilized as a high-refresh-rate 1080p machine or a solid 1440p gaming system, with the High preset being the universally recommended starting point.