Doom

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a strong 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, but 4K Ultra pushes the GPU to its limit. This combination ranks in the 43rd percentile of all tested combos for this game, with the RTX 5060 acting as the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: 1080p Low hits 243 FPS, while 4K Ultra falls to 51 FPS, indicating that gamers targeting high refresh rates should stick to 1440p or below.

FAQ

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

A: Based on measured FPS, 2560x1440 offers the best balance. At 1440p High, the combo averages 116 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. While 1080p delivers higher frame rates (179 FPS on High), the visual upgrade at 1440p is substantial, and the performance remains high enough for most displays.

Q: How does the RTX 5060's 8GB VRAM affect 4K performance?

A: The 8GB GDDR7 memory with a 448.0 GB/s bandwidth appears to be a limiting factor at 3840x2160. The measured 4K scores drop significantly compared to 1440p, with 4K High averaging 63 FPS versus 116 FPS at 1440p High. This 46% reduction suggests the GPU is struggling with the higher memory and shading demands at 4K.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset with this combo?

A: The data suggests avoiding Ultra at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 51, which is below the 60 FPS target for most monitors. Even at 1440p Ultra, the average is 95 FPS, while High at the same resolution offers 116 FPS—a 22% improvement with presumably similar visual quality.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F a bottleneck at any settings?

A: The CPU's performance appears sufficient for this game. With a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and a single-core score of 3072, it ranks in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a GPU-bound pattern, as frame rates drop consistently across resolutions, indicating the CPU is not the limiting factor.

Q: How does this combo compare to other configurations in the database?

A: This specific pairing ranks 1259 out of 2930 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 20891 puts it in the 72nd percentile, while the CPU's average benchmark score of 32750 is close to rivals like the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707, 0.1% slower) and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, 0.2% faster).

Q: What is the minimum FPS I can expect at 1440p Medium?

A: The measured minimum FPS at 2560x1440 Medium is 116, with an average of 137 FPS. This ensures that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate stays above 100 FPS, providing a smooth experience on high refresh rate monitors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB206 chip manufactured on TSMC's 5nm process. The GPU contains 21,900 million transistors on a 181 mm² die, with 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs. Its boost clock reaches 2497 MHz, while the base clock sits at 2280 MHz. The memory subsystem consists of 8GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

In Doom, the GPU's role becomes evident when examining the measured FPS across settings. At 1080p, the RTX 5060 provides surplus performance, with Low settings hitting 243 FPS and High reaching 179 FPS. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's 8GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus become apparent limitations. At 4K, even Medium settings drop to 74 FPS average, and High falls to 63 FPS. The pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s are sufficient for 1440p but struggle to maintain high frame rates at 4K with heavier presets.

The GPU's FP32 performance of 19.18 TFLOPS provides the computational headroom needed for Doom's fast-paced rendering. The 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores support modern graphics features, though Doom's 2016 release primarily relies on traditional rasterization. The measured data shows that the RTX 5060 is well-matched to the Ryzen 5 7400F at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU can fully stretch its legs without CPU interference.

The 145W TDP and dual-slot design keep thermals manageable, allowing sustained performance during extended gaming sessions. The PCIe 5.0 x8 interface provides ample bandwidth for the GPU's memory needs, though the 8GB VRAM capacity is the most significant constraint at 4K. The benchmark results indicate that this GPU is optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being possible only at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. Starting at 1920x1080, the combo achieves 243 FPS on Low, 211 FPS on Medium, 179 FPS on High, and 146 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, these numbers drop to 157 FPS, 137 FPS, 116 FPS, and 95 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the performance falls further to 85 FPS, 74 FPS, 63 FPS, and 51 FPS.

The percentage drops between resolutions are consistent across settings. From 1080p to 1440p, the average decrease is approximately 35%, while from 1440p to 4K, the average decrease is another 45%. This scaling behavior indicates that the system is GPU-limited, as the CPU's performance remains constant regardless of resolution. The Ryzen 5 7400F's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, provide more than enough processing power for Doom's engine.

At 4K, the RTX 5060's 8GB VRAM becomes a limiting factor. The 4K Ultra setting averages only 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for most displays. Even 4K High struggles to maintain smooth gameplay at 63 FPS. The 128-bit memory bus and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for the higher memory demands of 4K rendering, causing the GPU to become the bottleneck.

The scaling pattern also reveals that the GPU is more efficient at lower settings. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 97 FPS (243 vs 146), while at 4K, the difference narrows to 34 FPS (85 vs 51). This suggests that at higher resolutions, the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth are saturated, making preset changes less impactful.

For gamers using this combo, the sweet spot is 1440p. The data shows that 1440p High delivers 116 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz monitors. Even 1440p Ultra maintains 95 FPS, providing a playable experience with maximum visual quality. At 1080p, the combo is overkill for most displays, with even Ultra settings exceeding 144 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 1259 out of 2930 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 43rd percentile of all configurations. This ranking reflects the balanced nature of this pairing, which delivers solid performance without reaching the top tier of gaming systems.

The CPU's individual performance is strong, with a percentile ranking of 83 against all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 32750 places it in close competition with several rivals: the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 32707 (0.1% slower), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32697 (0.2% slower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662 (0.3% slower). Only the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores higher at 32812 (0.2% faster). This indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is competitive with mid-range and upper-mid-range processors.

The GPU's performance is more varied. The RTX 5060 has a percentile ranking of 72 against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26331. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 860M (26401, 0.3% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (26421, 0.3% faster), and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary (26553, 0.8% faster). The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, which is 1.2% slower. These close margins suggest that the RTX 5060 sits in a crowded performance segment.

The combo ranking of 1259 out of 2930 indicates that this pairing performs better than average but is not exceptional. The CPU's high percentile ranking is offset by the GPU's mid-range positioning, resulting in a configuration that excels at 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K. In the context of Doom, this ranking means that roughly 57% of tested combos perform better, likely due to more powerful GPUs or higher-end CPUs.

The data suggests that this combo is well-suited for gamers who prioritize high frame rates at 1440p over maximum visual fidelity at 4K. The 1259th rank out of 2930 reflects a balanced system that delivers consistent performance without any single component being a significant weak point.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1080p, all presets provide playable frame rates, with Low hitting 243 FPS, Medium at 211 FPS, High at 179 FPS, and Ultra at 146 FPS. For 144Hz monitors, High is the recommended preset, as it balances visual quality with performance headroom. For 240Hz displays, Medium or Low would be necessary to fully utilize the refresh rate.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts based on the display's refresh rate. For 144Hz monitors, High is the best choice, averaging 116 FPS with occasional dips but never dropping below playable levels. For 165Hz monitors, Medium (137 FPS average) or Low (157 FPS average) would be required. Ultra at 95 FPS is suitable for 60Hz and 75Hz displays but falls short of higher refresh rates.

At 4K, the options are more limited. High settings average 63 FPS, which is borderline for 60Hz displays. Medium averages 74 FPS and Low averages 85 FPS, both of which provide smoother experiences. Ultra at 51 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable stuttering. For 4K gaming, Low or Medium presets are the practical choices.

The measured data shows that Medium settings at 1440p provide the best balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 137 FPS and a minimum of 116 FPS. This ensures consistent frame times without the visual compromises of Low settings. For gamers who prefer maximum visual fidelity, High at 1440p (116 FPS average) is a viable alternative, though it comes with a 15% performance penalty compared to Medium.

The minimum FPS values recorded at Medium settings (180 FPS at 1080p, 116 FPS at 1440p, and 63 FPS at 4K) indicate that this preset provides stable performance across all resolutions. The lack of minimum FPS data for other presets suggests that Medium is the most thoroughly tested and reliable option.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset averages 243 FPS, with Medium averaging 211 FPS (minimum 180 FPS, maximum 243 FPS). High averages 179 FPS, and Ultra averages 146 FPS. These numbers show that the RTX 5060 is rarely the bottleneck at this resolution, with even the most demanding preset exceeding 144 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance drops but remains strong. Low settings average 157 FPS, Medium averages 137 FPS (minimum 116 FPS, maximum 157 FPS), High averages 116 FPS, and Ultra averages 95 FPS. The 20 FPS difference between Medium and High is significant, while the 21 FPS difference between High and Ultra is slightly larger. This suggests that the GPU's shading units are being taxed more heavily at 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the performance decline becomes pronounced. Low settings average 85 FPS, Medium averages 74 FPS (minimum 63 FPS, maximum 85 FPS), High averages 63 FPS, and Ultra drops to 51 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 11 FPS, while Medium to High is also 11 FPS, and High to Ultra is 12 FPS. This consistent decline indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, with each preset increase placing additional strain on the 8GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus.

The data also reveals interesting patterns in the Medium preset's min/max values. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 180 FPS and maximum is 243 FPS, matching the Low preset's average. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 116 FPS and maximum is 157 FPS, again aligning with the Low preset's average. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 63 FPS and maximum is 85 FPS, with the maximum matching the Low preset's average. This suggests that Medium's performance envelope is bounded by the Low preset's average at each resolution.

For gamers seeking specific performance targets, the measured data provides clear guidance. To maintain 60 FPS minimum at 4K, Low settings are required. For 100 FPS minimum at 1440p, Medium is the highest preset that qualifies. At 1080p, even Ultra maintains an average above 144 FPS, making it suitable for most high refresh rate displays. The RTX 5060's 8GB VRAM is sufficient for all presets at 1080p and 1440p, but 4K Ultra likely exceeds its capacity, resulting in the lowest measured score of 51 FPS.