Doom

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Doom with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti reveals a clear and consistent scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo delivers 200 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops that to 129 FPS, a reduction of 71 FPS or roughly 35.5%. Pushing further to 4K at High settings yields 70 FPS, which is another 59 FPS drop from 1440p, representing about a 45.7% decrease. This demonstrates that the performance penalty is steeper when transitioning from 1440p to 4K than it is from 1080p to 1440p.

This scaling behavior strongly indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. When the resolution increases, the number of pixels the GPU must process grows substantially, and the data shows the frame rate responding proportionally to that increased load. The RTX 3070 Ti, with its 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 256-bit bus width providing 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth, is being tasked with more work at each step up in resolution, and the FPS numbers reflect that strain.

Looking at Low settings across resolutions tells a similar story. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 271 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 176 FPS, a 95 FPS or 35.1% reduction. At 4K Low, it falls to 95 FPS, which is 81 FPS or 46.0% lower than 1440p. The pattern is remarkably consistent regardless of the graphics preset, with the 4K step always inflicting a larger relative penalty than the 1440p step. This consistency reinforces that resolution scaling is a function of the GPU's rendering capacity rather than any CPU-side bottleneck.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system may be partially limited by other factors, as the frame rates are extremely high across all settings, ranging from 163 FPS at Ultra to 271 FPS at Low. At these elevated frame rates, the CPU's role in preparing frames becomes more significant, even though the Ryzen 5 7400F is a capable 6-core, 12-thread processor. However, as resolution climbs, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint, and the FPS drops reflect the GPU's raw pixel throughput limits.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture with a GA104 chip manufactured on an 8 nm process at Samsung. It contains 17,400 million transistors on a 392 mm² die, with 6,144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1575 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with memory running at 1188 MHz or 19 Gbps effective. This configuration yields a pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s, a texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s, and a FP32 compute throughput of 21.75 TFLOPS.

The 8 GB GDDR6X memory capacity is a crucial factor in Doom's measured results. At 4K resolution, the game's demands on memory capacity and bandwidth are substantial, and the 608.3 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient to maintain the observed frame rates. The data shows 4K performance ranging from 57 FPS at Ultra settings to 95 FPS at Low settings, indicating that the GPU is able to feed its processing units adequately even at this demanding resolution, though the Ultra preset clearly pushes the card to its limits.

Comparing the RTX 3070 Ti to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database provides context for its standing. The GPU's average benchmark score of 29,945 places it just 0.1% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (score 29,928) and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (score 30,095). It also sits 0.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (score 29,783) and 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6700 (score 30,433). These tight margins indicate that the RTX 3070 Ti is competitively positioned among these cards, and its Doom performance should be viewed as representative of this performance tier.

The GPU's 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs in the database further establishes it as a solid mid-to-upper-tier performer. In Doom, this translates to playable frame rates even at 4K with Medium settings, where the combo achieves 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. The Vulkan API support (version 1.4) and DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) are relevant for Doom, as the game can leverage modern graphics APIs, and the data indicates the GPU is well-utilized across all tested configurations.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is ranked 999th out of 2,930 tested combos for Doom. This places the system in the upper third of all configurations tested for this game, which is a strong showing given the wide variety of hardware combinations that exist. The rank of 999 out of 2,930 means that roughly 66% of tested combos perform worse in Doom, while about 34% perform better.

The combo's ranking is influenced by both components. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 32,750, sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with its nearest rival being the Intel Core i5-14600T at a score of 32,707 (0.1% difference). The GPU, with an average benchmark score of 29,945, sits at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. When combined, these two components produce a system that is well-balanced for Doom, as neither component dramatically outclasses the other, allowing the GPU to be the primary driver of FPS in most scenarios.

The fact that the combo ranks 999th rather than higher suggests that there are many other combinations in the database that achieve better Doom performance, likely featuring more powerful GPUs or newer generations of hardware. However, the rank also indicates that this combo outperforms a significant majority of tested systems, making it a credible choice for playing Doom at high frame rates across all resolutions. The measured FPS data confirms this, with the combo exceeding 60 FPS at 4K on every preset except Ultra, and exceeding 100 FPS at 1440p on every preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of how this combo performs across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the combo achieves its highest frame rates. With Low settings, it hits an average of 271 FPS. Medium settings reduce this to 236 FPS, with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 272 FPS. High settings yield 200 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 163 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors comfortably, even at the most demanding Ultra preset.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline from 1080p. Low settings produce an average of 176 FPS, Medium settings give 153 FPS (with a minimum of 130 FPS and maximum of 176 FPS), High settings reach 129 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 106 FPS. All of these averages are well above 60 FPS, and even the minimum FPS recorded at Medium settings (130 FPS) is far above the threshold for smooth gameplay. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot for this combo, balancing visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the demands on the GPU become apparent. Low settings still deliver a respectable 95 FPS, and Medium settings maintain 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS and maximum of 95 FPS. High settings drop to 70 FPS, which is still playable, but Ultra settings fall to 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The data shows that the RTX 3070 Ti can handle 4K in Doom, but users will need to make compromises on settings to maintain higher frame rates.

The min and max FPS values provided for Medium settings at each resolution offer insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range is 201 to 272 FPS, a spread of 71 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the range is 130 to 176 FPS, a spread of 46 FPS. At 4K Medium, the range is 70 to 95 FPS, a spread of 25 FPS. This narrowing range at higher resolutions suggests that the frame delivery becomes more consistent as the GPU becomes the bottleneck, with less variance in the time it takes to render each frame.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's resolution and performance priorities. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver exceptionally high frame rates, with even the Ultra preset achieving 163 FPS. For users with high-refresh-rate monitors (144 Hz or above), the Ultra preset at 1080p is the best choice, as it provides the highest visual quality while still exceeding 144 FPS. If the monitor supports 240 Hz, the High preset at 200 FPS might be preferable, but the visual trade-off from Ultra to High is noticeable in terms of rendering quality.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset at 106 FPS is suitable for 100 Hz monitors, while the High preset at 129 FPS is better for 120 Hz or 144 Hz displays. The Medium preset at 153 FPS would be the choice for users with 144 Hz or 165 Hz monitors who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity. Given that the minimum FPS at Medium is 130, there is minimal risk of dropping below the refresh rate of most monitors. For the vast majority of 1440p users, the High preset offers the best balance, delivering 129 FPS with excellent visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more nuanced. The Ultra preset at 57 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable stuttering on standard 60 Hz displays, though it would be playable. The High preset at 70 FPS is the recommended choice for 4K, as it provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while maintaining high visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 83 FPS is the best option for users who want to ensure smoother gameplay, especially if they have a 4K display with a higher refresh rate. The Low preset at 95 FPS is available for those who prioritize frame rate above all else, but the visual compromise is significant.

The data shows that the combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming at virtually any preset, while 4K users should stick to High or Medium settings to maintain playable frame rates. The measured FPS values across all presets and resolutions indicate that this system is versatile, but users should be aware of the trade-offs at 4K.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows that 2560x1440 at High settings delivers 129 FPS, which is a strong balance of visual quality and performance. At 4K, the frame rates drop to 70 FPS at High settings, which is still playable but with less headroom.

Q: Can this combo run Doom at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, but just barely. The measured average FPS at 4K Ultra is 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. It is playable but may not provide the smoothest experience on a standard 60 Hz display.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T (score 32,707), 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (score 32,697), and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (score 32,662). It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (score 32,812).

Q: What are the minimum FPS values at Medium settings across resolutions?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 201. At 1440p Medium, it is 130. At 4K Medium, it is 70. These values indicate that the combo maintains playable frame rates even in demanding scenes.

Q: Is the RTX 3070 Ti a good match for the Ryzen 5 7400F in Doom?

A: The data indicates a balanced pairing. At 1080p, frame rates are very high, suggesting the CPU is keeping up with the GPU. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, but the CPU is not holding it back, as the FPS scales consistently with resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti rank among all GPUs?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti is at the 75th percentile among all GPUs in the benchmark database, with an average benchmark score of 29,945. This places it in the upper quartile of graphics cards tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename. It is manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC, with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. The CPU has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and it features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache.

In Doom, the CPU's role is primarily to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p, where the GPU is less stressed, the combo achieves frame rates up to 271 FPS at Low settings. At these high frame rates, the CPU's performance becomes more critical, as it must process game state and issue rendering commands quickly enough to keep the GPU busy. The Ryzen 5 7400F's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,072, helps ensure that it can handle these demands.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also relevant, as Doom can utilize multiple cores for various tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,765 and the PassMark multi-thread score of 25,645 indicate that the 6-core, 12-thread configuration is robust for gaming workloads. The PassMark physics score of 1,660 and floating point math score of 45,799 further demonstrate the CPU's computational strength, which is sufficient for handling the physics and simulation aspects of Doom without becoming a bottleneck.

Comparing the Ryzen 5 7400F to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database shows that it is a competitive mid-range processor. Its average benchmark score of 32,750 places it at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rivals are within a 0.3% difference in score. This indicates that the CPU is well-positioned in the market, and its performance in Doom is consistent with its overall benchmark standing. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node suggest it is power-efficient, though the FPS data does not directly measure power consumption.

At 4K resolution, the CPU's role diminishes as the GPU becomes the bottleneck. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent pattern of decline that is attributable to GPU load, with the CPU maintaining adequate performance to support the GPU at all resolutions. The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F does not limit the RTX 3070 Ti in Doom, as the frame rates at each resolution are primarily determined by the GPU's rendering capacity rather than CPU processing speed.