Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Radeon RX 5700 XT pairing delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, but the data shows that 4K Ultra is beyond its comfort zone. The measured frames per second (FPS) reveal a clear performance hierarchy, with the GPU acting as the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 138 FPS at 1920x1080 to 89 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 48 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 65% reduction from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the Radeon RX 5700 XT is heavily taxed by the pixel count at higher resolutions. The scaling is almost linear, with each resolution step costing roughly 35-40% performance.

At Low settings, the trend is similar but the absolute numbers are higher: 188 FPS at 1080p, 121 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K. The gap between Low and High at 4K is 18 FPS, which is proportionally smaller than at 1080p, where the gap is 50 FPS. This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that reducing settings yields diminishing returns, whereas at 1080p, the CPU has more headroom to feed the GPU.

The Medium preset shows intermediate performance, with averages of 164 FPS at 1080p, 106 FPS at 1440p, and 57 FPS at 4K. The minimum FPS at Medium also scales down from 139 at 1080p to 90 at 1440p and 49 at 4K. This indicates that even the Medium preset cannot maintain a locked 60 FPS at 4K, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay at that resolution.

Ultra settings are the most demanding, yielding 113 FPS at 1080p, 73 FPS at 1440p, and only 40 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is below the 48 FPS High result, showing that the extra visual fidelity of Ultra costs roughly 17% performance over High at that resolution. The data points to a GPU-bound scenario at 1440p and above, with the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads being sufficient to avoid limiting the frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination ranks 2758 out of 3712 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 74th percentile of all tested systems. This is a respectable position, but not exceptional, given that the GPU sits at the 59th percentile among all GPUs while the CPU sits at the 78th percentile. The ranking suggests that the pairing is well-balanced for this title, though the GPU is the weaker link.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks show it is competitive with mid-range mobile and server parts. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 scores 25517 on average, which is 0.1% behind the Intel Xeon D-2752TER and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U. In gaming, this CPU-level performance is unlikely to be the limiting factor in Doom, as the game is known for scaling well with GPU resources.

The GPU's nearest rivals are a mixed bag: the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M scores 0.1% higher, while the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 0.3% lower. This indicates that the RX 5700 XT is positioned in a crowded performance tier. In Doom specifically, the combo rank of 2758 out of 3712 means that roughly 26% of tested systems perform better, which is consistent with the GPU's mid-range standing.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 provides the best balance, with averages of 89 FPS at High and 73 FPS at Ultra, both well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K, even Medium only reaches 57 FPS, so 1440p is the sweet spot.

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

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where it averages 66 FPS. At Medium, the average drops to 57 FPS, and at High it falls to 48 FPS, meaning you must sacrifice visual quality to maintain playable frame rates at 4K.

Q: How much performance does Ultra settings cost compared to High?

A: At 1080p, Ultra is 25 FPS slower than High (113 vs 138). At 1440p, the gap is 16 FPS (73 vs 89). At 4K, Ultra is 8 FPS slower (40 vs 48). The relative cost of Ultra increases at lower resolutions.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system hits 188 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit, but at 4K, the GPU's rendering capabilities cap performance well below that.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at Medium is 139 at 1080p, 90 at 1440p, and 49 at 4K. This shows that 4K Medium cannot maintain a consistent 60 FPS experience.

Q: How does this combo rank against all tested systems?

A: It ranks 2758 out of 3712 combos, meaning it outperforms about 74% of tested systems in Doom. This is a solid mid-range position, reflecting the GPU's 59th percentile standing.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 188 FPS, Medium drops to 164 FPS (with a minimum of 139 and maximum of 188), High reaches 138 FPS, and Ultra settles at 113 FPS. All presets are well above the 100 FPS mark, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The spread between Low and Ultra is 75 FPS, indicating that the GPU has ample headroom at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 121 FPS for Low, 106 FPS for Medium (minimum 90, maximum 122), 89 FPS for High, and 73 FPS for Ultra. This resolution still provides a smooth experience on High and Ultra, with both exceeding 60 FPS. Medium maintains a minimum above 90 FPS, ensuring no noticeable stutter. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 48 FPS, showing that the GPU is starting to become more influential.

At 3840x2160, performance takes a significant hit. Low averages 66 FPS, Medium drops to 57 FPS (minimum 49, maximum 66), High falls to 48 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 40 FPS. Only Low settings achieve a playable average above 60 FPS. Medium is borderline, with a minimum below 50 FPS, which could cause noticeable frame drops during intense combat. High and Ultra are below the 60 FPS threshold, making them suitable only for slower-paced sections or for players who prioritize visual fidelity over smoothness.

The frame time consistency at Medium settings follows the same pattern: the difference between minimum and maximum FPS is 49 at 1080p, 32 at 1440p, and 17 at 4K. This narrower range at 4K suggests that the GPU is consistently saturated, whereas at 1080p, there is more variability due to CPU or driver overhead.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. In Doom, this memory configuration is sufficient for all tested settings, as the game does not appear to exceed the 8 GB capacity at any resolution. The GPU's clocks are a base of 1605 MHz, a game clock of 1755 MHz, and a boost clock of 1905 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These clocks position the card for solid 1080p and 1440p performance, but the data shows it struggles to maintain 60 FPS at 4K on higher presets.

The GPU's RDNA 1.0 architecture delivers 9.754 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is adequate for Doom's Vulkan-based engine. The card's 2560 shading units and 160 texture mapping units allow it to handle the game's fast-paced rendering demands, but the 64 ROPs become a limiting factor at 4K, where pixel fill rate is critical. The pixel rate of 121.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 304.8 GTexel/s are reflected in the measured FPS, with the card showing a clear preference for lower resolutions.

The GPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks show it is closely matched with professional and higher-end consumer cards, all within 0.9% of its average score. However, in Doom, the combo rank of 2758 out of 3712 suggests that the RX 5700 XT's real-world gaming performance is modest compared to its synthetic standing. The GPU's percentile of 59 indicates that it is better than over half of all GPUs, but not by a wide margin. The 8 GB VRAM is a key feature, as it avoids any memory-related stuttering in this title, even at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS is 40.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gaming, Ultra settings are the best choice, as they deliver 113 FPS average while providing the maximum visual quality. Players with 144Hz or higher monitors can also consider High, which offers 138 FPS, or even Medium at 164 FPS if they prefer higher refresh rates. Low settings at 188 FPS are only necessary for competitive play where every frame matters, but the visual sacrifices are significant.

At 1440p, High settings offer the best experience with 89 FPS average, which is smooth on most 60-144Hz displays. Ultra is also viable at 73 FPS, providing a more immersive experience with richer effects. Medium at 106 FPS is a good option for players with high-refresh monitors, as it maintains a minimum of 90 FPS. Low at 121 FPS is unnecessary unless targeting extreme refresh rates.

For 4K gaming, Low settings are the only preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS, with an average of 66 FPS. Medium is borderline, with an average of 57 FPS and a minimum of 49 FPS, which may cause occasional dips during heavy action. High and Ultra are not recommended for 4K, as their averages of 48 FPS and 40 FPS respectively fall below the playable threshold for most gamers. If you must play at 4K, Low settings provide the best balance of smoothness and playability, while Medium offers a slight visual upgrade at the risk of frame stutters.

Given the data, the optimal configuration for this combo is 1440p High, delivering 89 FPS with strong visuals and consistent performance. This setup leverages the CPU's 8-core/16-thread capability while keeping the GPU within its efficient operating range. For players prioritizing frame rate over visuals, 1440p Medium at 106 FPS is a close second, offering a substantial performance buffer. The 1080p Ultra preset is also excellent for those with high-refresh monitors, providing 113 FPS with full graphical fidelity.