Doom

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael) using TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, providing 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU sits on the AM5 socket and includes Radeon integrated graphics, though this benchmark configuration relies on the discrete GPU.

In Doom, the Ryzen 5 7600's role is primarily to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics updates. The game is a fast-paced FPS from 2016, and its id Tech 6 engine scales well with single-thread performance. The 7600's single-core strength is evident from its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1852 and Geekbench single-core score of 2521. Multi-threaded results are also robust: Cinebench R23 multicore hits 12735, and Geekbench multicore reaches 13413. These scores place the CPU in the 78th percentile among all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 26324.

Comparatively, the Ryzen 5 7600 sits near several rivals in aggregate performance. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (avg score 26274), 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900KF (26212), and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U (26187). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS by 0.3% (26402). These deltas are negligible, meaning the 7600's CPU-bound performance is essentially on par with those parts.

For Doom specifically, the CPU's high boost clock and strong per-core IPC ensure that frame pacing remains consistent even when the GPU is stressed. At 1080p, where the GPU is less of a bottleneck, the CPU's capability to sustain high frame rates becomes more apparent. The measured FPS at 1920x1080 Low reaches 136 avg, which indicates the CPU can push well beyond 100 FPS without throttling. The 7600's 12 threads also help with background tasks and any engine-level threading, but Doom's primary workload is single-threaded, where this chip excels.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings for this combo?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the measured average FPS is 82. This is the lowest of the four settings at that resolution, with Low hitting 136, Medium at 118, and High at 100.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its nearest rival in the CPU benchmark database?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (26274) and 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900KF (26212). It is 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (26402).

Q: What is the highest measured FPS across all resolutions and settings?

A: The highest average FPS is 136, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The maximum FPS recorded in any measured row is also 136, which appears as the max value for the Medium setting at 1080p.

Q: Does the RTX 3050 4 GB bottleneck the CPU at 4K?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops to 35 on High, 41 on Medium, and 48 on Low. The Ultra setting falls to 29. These values are far below the 1080p results, indicating the GPU is the limiting component at 4K, not the CPU.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested CPU-GPU combinations in Doom?

A: This combo (Ryzen 5 7600 + RTX 3050 4 GB) ranks 3255 out of 3712 tested combos in Doom. This places it in the lower portion of the database, reflecting the GPU's modest performance in this title.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 is in the 78th percentile among all CPUs tested in the database. Its average benchmark score is 26324, which is above the median but not near the top-tier parts.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of degradation as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the average FPS is 100. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 65, a 35% reduction. At 4K High, the average falls to 35, which is a 65% drop from 1080p. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 3050 4 GB is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

For Low settings, the scaling is similar but with higher absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the average is 136 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 88, a 35% reduction. At 4K Low, it falls to 48, a 65% drop from 1080p. The consistent percentage drop across settings suggests the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute throughput are the limiting factors, rather than the CPU.

The Medium settings row provides min and max FPS values, which further illustrate the GPU's constraint. At 1080p Medium, the min is 100 and the max is 136, with an average of 118. At 1440p Medium, the min is 65 and the max is 88, averaging 77. At 4K Medium, the min is 35 and the max is 48, averaging 41. These min-max ranges show that even the best-case frame times at 4K are below the worst-case at 1080p, confirming the GPU's dominance as the limiting component.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 82 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 53, a 35% reduction. At 4K Ultra, the average is 29, a 65% reduction from 1080p. The fact that the percentage drops are nearly identical across all settings (approximately 35% from 1080p to 1440p, and 65% from 1080p to 4K) indicates a linear scaling behavior driven by pixel count, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound workload.

The data suggests that the Ryzen 5 7600 has ample headroom even at 1080p. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see less variation between resolutions, as the CPU's workload remains constant regardless of pixel count. Instead, the FPS scales inversely with resolution, which points directly to the RTX 3050 4 GB's limited rasterization throughput and 192.0 GB/s memory bandwidth. The 4 GB VRAM may also contribute to performance drops at 4K, though the measured data does not specify VRAM usage.

In summary, the resolution scaling analysis clearly identifies the GPU as the limiting component. The CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures it is not the constraining factor even at 1080p, where frame rates are highest.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB ranks 3255 out of 3712 tested combos in Doom. This places the combo in the bottom 12% of all configurations tested, which is a low position for a modern CPU paired with a budget GPU. The rank reflects the GPU's performance ceiling, not the CPU's capability.

To contextualize this rank, consider that the Ryzen 5 7600 alone is in the 78th percentile among CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26324. This means the CPU is well above average, but the combo's rank in Doom is dragged down by the RTX 3050 4 GB's 50th percentile standing among all GPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score is zero in the database (no benchmark entries), but its percentile of 50 indicates median performance.

The delta between the CPU's high percentile and the combo's low rank in Doom is striking. It suggests that in this game, the GPU's 4 GB memory capacity and 128-bit memory bus are insufficient for high-resolution or high-settings play. The combo's rank of 3255 means that the majority of tested combos (about 87.7%) outperform it in Doom. This is despite the fact that the CPU is a recent, high-performance part.

The nearestRivals data for the CPU shows that the 7600 is virtually tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (0.2% faster), AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (0.3% slower), Intel Core i9-11900KF (0.4% faster), and AMD Ryzen 5 8540U (0.5% faster). If any of these CPUs were paired with a stronger GPU, the combo rank would likely be much higher. The low rank here is a direct consequence of the RTX 3050 4 GB's limited performance in Doom, not the CPU.

The measured FPS data corroborates this. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 82 FPS, which is playable but not exceptional. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 29 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold often considered minimally playable. The combo's rank of 3255 suggests that many other GPU-CPU pairings achieve higher frame rates at the same settings, likely due to more powerful GPUs.

In practical terms, this combo is suitable for 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings, but it will struggle at higher resolutions. The rank serves as a caution that the RTX 3050 4 GB is the bottleneck, and any upgrade to a more capable GPU would dramatically improve the combo's standing in Doom.

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

1920x1080 (1080p)

At 1080p, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 136. Medium settings yield an average of 118, with a min of 100 and max of 136. High settings produce an average of 100 FPS. Ultra settings drop the average to 82 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 54 FPS, indicating that settings have a significant impact at this resolution.

The Medium settings row is the only one at 1080p with min and max values. The min of 100 FPS and max of 136 FPS show a 36 FPS variance, which is relatively tight and suggests consistent frame pacing. The average of 118 sits nearly midway between the min and max, indicating a balanced distribution of frame times.

2560x1440 (1440p)

At 1440p, the frame rates drop by approximately 35% across all settings compared to 1080p. Low settings average 88 FPS. Medium settings average 77 FPS, with a min of 65 and max of 88. High settings average 65 FPS. Ultra settings average 53 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 35 FPS, which is narrower than at 1080p, suggesting that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor.

The Medium settings min-max range at 1440p is 65 to 88, a 23 FPS variance. This is tighter than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU's performance is more consistent at this resolution, but the absolute values are lower. The average of 77 FPS is still playable for most users, but the Ultra setting at 53 FPS may feel less smooth in fast-paced action.

3840x2160 (4K)

At 4K, the frame rates drop by approximately 65% from 1080p. Low settings average 48 FPS. Medium settings average 41 FPS, with a min of 35 and max of 48. High settings average 35 FPS. Ultra settings average 29 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is only 19 FPS, which is the narrowest of any resolution. This indicates that the GPU is so heavily constrained at 4K that even lowering settings provides limited benefit.

The Medium settings min-max range at 4K is 35 to 48, a 13 FPS variance. This is the tightest range across all resolutions, showing that the GPU's performance is consistently low at this resolution. The average of 41 FPS on Medium is borderline playable, but the Ultra setting at 29 FPS falls below the 30 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Summary of Measured Data

The data shows a clear hierarchy: the combo is playable at 1080p across all settings, acceptable at 1440p on Low-to-High, and marginal at 4K on Low-to-Medium. The Ultra setting at 4K (29 FPS) is the only measured configuration that falls below 30 FPS, making it unsuitable for most players. The Medium settings row at each resolution provides the most complete data, with min, max, and average values, showing a consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 100 FPS average, which is smooth for a fast-paced FPS like Doom. The Ultra preset at 82 FPS is also playable, but the 18 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the visual improvements, especially if the player prioritizes frame rate. The Medium preset at 118 FPS and Low at 136 FPS offer higher headroom, but the visual quality trade-off is significant. For most players at 1080p, High is the best balance, as it stays well above 60 FPS while maintaining good visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset averages 65 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. The Medium preset at 77 FPS offers a better experience, with a min of 65 FPS and max of 88 FPS. The Low preset at 88 FPS is the most responsive, but it sacrifices visual quality. The Ultra preset at 53 FPS may feel inconsistent, especially during intense action scenes. For 1440p, Medium is the recommended preset, as it provides a comfortable buffer above 60 FPS while preserving enough detail. Players who prioritize frame rate over visuals could opt for Low at 88 FPS.

At 4K, the measured data shows that no preset achieves 60 FPS. The Low preset averages 48 FPS, which is marginally playable, while the Medium preset at 41 FPS and High at 35 FPS are less comfortable. The Ultra preset at 29 FPS falls below the 30 FPS threshold and is not recommended. For 4K, the Low preset is the only viable option, but even it may not provide a consistently smooth experience. Players with a 4K display should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p for a better experience, as the GPU's 4 GB memory and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K gaming in Doom.

Considering the combo's rank of 3255 out of 3712, the RTX 3050 4 GB is clearly a limiting factor. The measured FPS data indicates that the GPU's performance ceiling is around 136 FPS at 1080p Low, which is the maximum across all tests. For the best experience, the Medium preset at 1080p (118 FPS) or 1440p (77 FPS) offers a good compromise between visual quality and performance. The Medium preset at 1080p has a min of 100 FPS, ensuring that frame drops are unlikely to dip below 100 FPS, which is excellent for a fast-paced shooter.

In summary, the recommended settings are: 1080p High (100 FPS) for a balanced experience, 1440p Medium (77 FPS) for a smooth experience at higher resolution, and 4K Low (48 FPS) only if 4K is mandatory. For most users, 1080p High or 1440p Medium will provide the best experience per the measured rows, given the GPU's limitations.