Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers a compelling 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. The measured data shows a clear hierarchy across settings, with the combo ranking in the 1226th position out of 2930 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all system configurations. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, examines the roles of the CPU and GPU, and provides actionable settings recommendations based solely on the provided benchmark results.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 and finally to 3840x2160 reveals a consistent performance curve that highlights the GPU as the primary scaling factor. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 258 FPS average, which drops to 167 FPS at 1440p and further to 90 FPS at 4K. This represents a 35% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 46% reduction from 1440p to 4K, demonstrating that the rendering workload increases substantially with each resolution step. The pattern holds across all settings, with the Ultra preset showing 155 FPS at 1080p, 100 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K—a 65% drop from 1080p to 4K.

The scaling behavior indicates that at 1080p, the system is likely hitting a ceiling imposed by the CPU or game engine overhead, as the differences between settings are relatively modest. Moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p costs 103 FPS (258 to 155), but the same settings change at 4K only costs 36 FPS (90 to 54). This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are capable of feeding frames quickly enough that the GPU becomes less of a bottleneck, while at 4K the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are the limiting factors. The min/max FPS data for Medium settings reinforces this: at 1080p the spread is 191 to 258 FPS, while at 4K it narrows to 67 to 91 FPS, showing that frame time variance decreases as resolution increases.

The ratio between 1080p and 4K performance is remarkably consistent across settings. For High, the 4K average is 35% of the 1080p average (67 vs 190 FPS). For Low, it is 35% (90 vs 258 FPS). For Medium, it is 35% (79 vs 225 FPS). For Ultra, it is 35% (54 vs 155 FPS). This uniformity indicates that the scaling is purely resolution-driven, with no unexpected bottlenecks or thermal throttling appearing at higher resolutions. The 1440p results sit almost exactly midway in percentage terms, with High at 123 FPS being 65% of the 1080p figure and 184% of the 4K figure.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, built on the Ampere architecture with an 8 nm process, provides the graphical horsepower for these results. Its 5888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output pipelines work together to deliver the measured frame rates. The GPU's boost clock of 1725 MHz and base clock of 1500 MHz are standard for this class, and the memory configuration of 8 GB GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the 8 GB capacity becomes a consideration at 4K Ultra, where the average drops to 54 FPS.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17208. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, which scores 17083 (a 0.7% difference), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 at 17037 (1% difference). The RTX 3070 outperforms these by a small margin, but the data shows it also trails the NVIDIA Tesla K40c, which scores 17468, a -1.5% delta. This positioning suggests that while the RTX 3070 is not a top-tier GPU, it sits comfortably above average and is well-suited for 1440p gaming.

In Doom specifically, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 54 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider smooth, while 4K High at 67 FPS is playable. The 1440p results are strong, with High at 123 FPS and Ultra at 100 FPS, indicating that the GPU can handle demanding settings without issue. The 1080p results show that the GPU is capable of very high frame rates, but the CPU likely prevents the system from exceeding 258 FPS even at Low settings. The GPU's 20.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 317.4 GTexel/s texture rate are adequate for this 2016 title, which does not require the latest ray tracing or DLSS features.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael) and manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz provide strong single-thread performance, which is critical for Doom's engine. The CPU has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache, with dual-channel DDR5 memory support providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU's benchmark scores are solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs.

The CPU's nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the Intel Core i5-14600T (avg score 32707, 0.1% delta), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697, 0.2% delta), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32662, 0.3% delta), while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores slightly higher at 32812 (-0.2% delta). These small deltas indicate that the 7400F performs within a narrow band of comparable processors, and its 6-core/12-thread configuration is sufficient for modern gaming workloads.

In Doom, the CPU's role is evident in the 1080p results, where the frame rates are exceptionally high. The 258 FPS average at Low settings suggests that the CPU can process game logic and physics quickly enough to feed the GPU. However, the fact that 1080p Ultra only reaches 155 FPS—a 40% reduction from Low—indicates that the GPU becomes more involved as graphical settings increase. The CPU's 12 threads are likely adequate for this game, as Doom was released in 2016 and does not heavily utilize multi-threading. The 65W TDP and AMD Socket AM5 compatibility make it a straightforward component, but the data does not show any CPU-specific bottlenecks in this game.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination ranks 1226th out of 2930 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 58th percentile of all system configurations. This is a solid mid-pack ranking, indicating that while this combo is not among the top performers, it delivers a strong experience for most users. The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU, with neither component significantly dragging down the other.

The combo's position can be understood by comparing its components to their nearest rivals. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking is higher than the GPU's 61st percentile, suggesting that the CPU has more headroom than the GPU. This means that in CPU-limited scenarios (like 1080p Low), the system performs well, but in GPU-limited scenarios (like 4K Ultra), the GPU's capabilities cap the overall result. The combo rank of 1226 is lower than the CPU's individual rank but comparable to the GPU's, indicating that the GPU is the more limiting factor in this specific game.

The measured FPS data supports this interpretation. At 1080p, the system achieves frame rates that are competitive with higher-end combos, but at 4K, the performance drops to levels that are more typical of mid-range systems. The 1440p results are the sweet spot, offering a balance between visual quality and performance. This ranking suggests that users with this combo should target 1440p for the best experience, as 1080p may be overkill for the GPU's capabilities and 4K requires compromising on settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Doom?

A: Based on the measured data, 2560x1440 offers the best balance, with High settings achieving 123 FPS average and Ultra achieving 100 FPS. This provides smooth gameplay while maintaining visual quality, whereas 4K Ultra drops to 54 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17208, which is 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (17083) and 1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (17037). It trails the NVIDIA Tesla K40c by -1.5% (17468).

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck for the RTX 3070 in Doom?

A: The CPU scores in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU scores in the 61st percentile. At 1080p, the system reaches 258 FPS at Low settings, suggesting the CPU is not a bottleneck, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What are the frame rate differences between settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, Low averages 167 FPS, Medium averages 145 FPS (min 124, max 167), High averages 123 FPS, and Ultra averages 100 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 67 FPS, showing a gradual performance decrease as settings increase.

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K High, the average is 67 FPS, which is playable. At 4K Medium, the average is 79 FPS with a min of 67 FPS. However, 4K Ultra drops to 54 FPS, which may be too low for some users.

Q: How does the combo's ranking compare to its component rankings?

A: The combo ranks 1226th out of 2930 (58th percentile), which is lower than the CPU's 83rd percentile but similar to the GPU's 61st percentile. This indicates the GPU is the primary limiter in this pairing.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimizing the experience in Doom. For users prioritizing high frame rates, the 1080p Medium preset offers 225 FPS average with a minimum of 191 FPS, which is well above any display's refresh rate and provides a comfortable margin above the 190 FPS of High settings. However, the difference between Medium and High at 1080p is only 35 FPS, so High is a reasonable choice for those who want slightly better visuals without a major performance hit.

At 1440p, the Medium preset delivers 145 FPS average with a minimum of 124 FPS, which is an excellent choice for smooth gameplay. High settings at 123 FPS are also viable, and the 100 FPS of Ultra remains above 60 FPS, making it acceptable for most users. The data suggests that Medium or High at 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, as they offer a good balance of visual quality and performance.

For 4K, the situation is more constrained. Medium settings at 79 FPS average with a minimum of 67 FPS is the best option, as it stays above 60 FPS for the majority of gameplay. High settings at 67 FPS are borderline, and Ultra at 54 FPS should be avoided unless the user accepts occasional frame drops. Low settings at 90 FPS are playable but reduce visual quality significantly. Based on the measured rows, the recommended configuration is 1440p Medium or High, with 1080p Medium as a fallback for maximum frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low averages 258 FPS, Medium averages 225 FPS with a minimum of 191 and maximum of 258, High averages 190 FPS, and Ultra averages 155 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 103 FPS, with each settings tier providing a consistent step down in performance.

At 2560x1440, the results show a similar pattern but with lower absolute values. Low averages 167 FPS, Medium averages 145 FPS with a minimum of 124 and maximum of 167, High averages 123 FPS, and Ultra averages 100 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 67 FPS, and the Medium preset's min/max range of 124 to 167 FPS indicates good frame time consistency.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low averages 90 FPS, Medium averages 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 and maximum of 91, High averages 67 FPS, and Ultra averages 54 FPS. The Medium preset's min/max range of 67 to 91 FPS shows more variance than at lower resolutions, but the average remains playable. The Ultra preset is the only configuration that falls below 60 FPS, making it marginal for smooth gameplay. The data across all resolutions shows a clear trend: the combo performs best at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K requiring medium or lower settings to maintain acceptable frame rates.