Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination delivers a dominant performance in Doom, with the data showing frame rates that overwhelmingly favor the GPU across all tested configurations. The measured results place this pairing in the 122nd position out of 1681 recorded combos, confirming it as a top-tier setup for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At 1080p with High settings, the setup produces 296.3 FPS, which drops to 192.5 FPS at 1440p and further to 103.3 FPS at 4K. This represents a substantial 65.1% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at High settings, indicating that the rendering load scales heavily with pixel count.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens dramatically at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the spread between Low (352.6 FPS) and Ultra (241.8 FPS) is 110.8 FPS, while at 4K, the same settings gap shrinks to 51.2 FPS (137.5 vs. 86.3). This compression of the settings range at 4K suggests that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, with pixel throughput dominating the performance equation.

Interestingly, the scaling efficiency from 1080p to 1440p is relatively mild. At High settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p only reduces frame rates by 35% (from 296.3 to 192.5 FPS), whereas the jump from 1440p to 4K produces a 46.3% drop (192.5 to 103.3 FPS). This non-linear degradation pattern is typical of GPU-bound scenarios where the fill-rate requirements at 4K overwhelm the processor's ability to feed the graphics pipeline.

At Medium settings, the same scaling pattern emerges: 332.7 FPS at 1080p, 224.1 FPS at 1440p, and 124.7 FPS at 4K. The consistency of these drops across settings profiles—roughly 33% from 1080p to 1440p and another 45% from 1440p to 4K—reinforces that resolution scaling is the dominant variable in this game's performance profile.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 5600GT brings a 6-core, 12-thread configuration based on the Zen 3 architecture, running at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and boosting to 4.60 GHz. This processor achieves a passmark single-thread score of 3348 and a multithread score of 20325, placing it in the 78th percentile against all CPUs. The 16 MB of L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth provide adequate support for the game's engine, though the data suggests the CPU is rarely the bottleneck.

The single-thread performance is particularly relevant for Doom, a title that historically responds well to strong per-core throughput. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2438 and the 3dmark single-thread score of 913 indicate robust single-threaded capability. However, the measured frame rates at 1080p—reaching 352.6 FPS at Low settings—suggest that even at maximum output, the CPU is not limiting the experience.

Comparing the 5600GT to its nearest rivals, the data shows a near-tie with the Intel Core i7-10700 (deltaPct of 0), a 0.3% deficit against the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, and a 0.3% advantage over the Intel Core i5-12490F. These marginal differences—all within 0.5% of each other—mean that CPU choice within this performance class has negligible impact on Doom's frame rates.

The processor's 65W TDP and 7nm process node from TSMC allow for sustained boost clocks without thermal throttling, which is important for maintaining consistent frame times in a fast-paced FPS. The integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are present but irrelevant for this configuration, as the discrete RTX 4080 SUPER handles all rendering duties.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the clear performance driver in this pairing, with data showing it operates at the 88th percentile among all GPUs. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Doom's texture and geometry requirements at any resolution. The 10240 shading units and 112 ROPs deliver the raw pixel throughput needed for the high frame rates observed.

The GPU's boost clock of 2550 MHz and 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power explain the exceptional 4K performance. At Ultra settings, the card still manages 86.3 FPS at 3840x2160, demonstrating that it can handle the game's maximum visual fidelity without dropping below playable thresholds. The 320W TDP and triple-slot cooler design indicate this is a high-power component, but the measured results justify the power envelope.

The RTX 4080 SUPER's nearest rival data shows it outperforms the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT by 0.2%, the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M by 0.4%, and the AMD Radeon RX 7700S by 2.1%, while trailing the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti by 2.9%. These small deltas place the 4080 SUPER in a competitive position, though the 16 GB VRAM capacity ensures headroom for future titles beyond Doom's modest requirements.

The GPU's 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are underutilized in this game, as Doom does not leverage ray tracing or DLSS. This means the card's full rasterization potential is realized, explaining why even at 4K Ultra, the frame rate remains respectable at 86.3 FPS. The 1438 MHz memory clock and 23 Gbps effective speed ensure that the 256-bit bus is fully saturated, preventing memory bandwidth from becoming a limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured data shows 192.5 FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings, providing a smooth experience well above typical high-refresh-rate monitor capabilities.

*Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER overkill for Doom?*

A: At 4K Ultra, the card delivers 86.3 FPS, which is playable but not excessive. At 1080p Low, it reaches 352.6 FPS, showing that the GPU has significant headroom for future titles or higher refresh rates.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600GT compare to the Ryzen 5 5600X in this game?

A: The benchmark data shows the 5600GT is 0.3% behind the 5600X in average CPU score, a difference that would be imperceptible in Doom's frame rates.

Q: What is the best setting for 4K gaming?

A: High settings at 3840x2160 produce 103.3 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance among the measured 4K presets.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the system achieves 352.6 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently even at extreme frame rates.

Q: How much faster is 1080p compared to 4K?

A: At High settings, 1080p delivers 296.3 FPS versus 103.3 FPS at 4K, making 1080p approximately 2.9 times faster.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings based on resolution targets. For 4K gaming, High settings at 103.3 FPS represent the sweet spot, as the jump to Ultra costs 17 FPS (down to 86.3) for marginal visual gains, while dropping to Medium only gains 21.4 FPS (up to 124.7) but sacrifices noticeable detail. The 4K Low preset at 137.5 FPS is only relevant for competitive play where maximum frame rates outweigh visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the choice is more flexible. High settings at 192.5 FPS comfortably exceed 144Hz monitor refresh rates, while Ultra at 152.8 FPS still maintains high refresh rates. For players with 240Hz displays, Medium at 224.1 FPS or Low at 258.2 FPS become attractive options, though the visual trade-offs at Low are significant.

For 1080p, all settings deliver exceptional performance, with even Ultra hitting 241.8 FPS. The data shows High at 296.3 FPS as the recommended default, as it provides the best balance between the 332.7 FPS of Medium and the 241.8 FPS of Ultra. The 352.6 FPS Low setting is unnecessary for most users, as the difference from High is unlikely to be perceptible on standard 144Hz or 240Hz monitors. The benchmark results indicate this system can handle Doom at maximum settings at 1080p and 1440p, with High settings being the optimal choice for 4K to maintain frame rates above 100 FPS.