Doom

Doom is an older FPS title, but it remains a demanding benchmark for modern hardware. For the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT pairing, the data indicates a strong performance profile that comfortably handles high refresh rate gaming at 1440p and remains very playable at 4K. This combination ranks 759 out of 1681 tested combos for this specific game, placing it in the upper-mid tier of all systems tested. The rank reflects a balanced setup where neither component is a severe bottleneck, allowing the system to deliver consistent frame rates across the board.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 759 out of 1681 tested combos suggests it outperforms the majority of systems tested in this database for Doom. This places it in the 55th percentile or better, indicating a solid, above-average experience. The ranking is a result of the synergy between the CPU’s 8-core, 16-thread configuration and the GPU’s substantial compute power. While it is not at the very top of the leaderboard, this position signifies that the system is well-equipped to run the game at high settings without significant compromise. The data shows that the CPU places in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 73rd percentile, reinforcing that this is a balanced mid-to-high-end pairing. The gap between the component percentiles is small, which typically translates to fewer frame time inconsistencies and a smoother overall experience than a system with a larger performance disparity between the CPU and GPU.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is the primary driver of frame rates in this pairing, especially at higher resolutions. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the texture-heavy environments of Doom, even at 4K resolution. The GPU’s boost clock of 2544 MHz and game clock of 2171 MHz allow it to maintain high throughput, which is reflected in the measured FPS. At 4K Ultra, the GPU is the clear limiting factor, dropping to 54 FPS, but at 4K High, it still delivers a very playable 69.8 FPS. The GPU’s performance is close to that of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, with a deltaPct of 0, indicating they are statistically tied in average benchmark scores. It also slightly edges out the AMD Radeon RX 570 by 0.2% and the NVIDIA Tesla M60 by 0.4%, while being 0.6% behind the RTX 5070 Mobile. This places the RX 7700 XT in a competitive position for 1440p gaming, where its 12 GB frame buffer and high bandwidth are well-utilized.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Doom at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, it can. The measured data shows it achieves 69.8 FPS on High settings and 77.9 FPS on Medium at 3840x2160, though it drops to 54 FPS on Ultra.

Q: What is the best resolution to use for high refresh rate gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, the combo delivers 122.6 FPS on High settings and 172 FPS on Low, making it ideal for 144Hz or even 165Hz monitors. At 1920x1080, it exceeds 193 FPS on High settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in overall performance?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 27220, which is 0.7% higher than the Intel Core i9-9900K and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i7-12700H, making them very close in performance.

Q: Is the 12 GB VRAM on the RX 7700 XT sufficient for Doom?

A: Yes, the measured FPS at 4K Ultra (54 FPS) and High (69.8 FPS) indicates that the 12 GB memory is not a limiting factor in this game, as the GPU is still able to render frames at acceptable rates.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance like?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 scores 2916 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 901 in 3DMark single-thread, which are solid scores that help maintain high FPS in scenarios that are not heavily multi-threaded.

Q: Does the system support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes, the RX 7700 XT supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6, ensuring full compatibility with Doom's rendering paths.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast, with the Low preset hitting 262.1 FPS and the Medium preset at 229.9 FPS. High settings still yield a very high 193.4 FPS, and even Ultra manages 157.6 FPS. This indicates the system is heavily GPU-bound at 1080p, and the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU. Moving to 2560x1440, we see a proportional drop, but the numbers remain excellent for high refresh rate displays. Low settings hit 172 FPS, Medium reaches 146.3 FPS, High provides 122.6 FPS, and Ultra still holds at 99.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, the GPU workload increases significantly, and the frame rates become more moderate. Low settings achieve 90.2 FPS, Medium delivers 77.9 FPS, High produces 69.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 54 FPS. This scaling shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, but the system remains thoroughly playable at High settings, which is a strong result for this resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In Doom, a game that can utilize multiple cores but is not extremely demanding on them, this CPU provides ample headroom. The data shows that the CPU’s performance is not a limiting factor at 1080p and 1440p, as the FPS scales primarily with GPU settings. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 27220 places it in the 84th percentile, and it is virtually tied with the Intel Core i9-9900K (0.7% difference) and the Intel Core i7-12700H (0.8% difference). This level of performance ensures that frame rates remain stable and consistent, even in the most chaotic scenes of Doom. The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support are also sufficient for this game, preventing any stutters or hitches that could arise from memory bandwidth limitations. At 4K, the CPU’s role diminishes as the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, but it still has enough power to process the game logic and render commands without causing frame drops.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset at 2560x1440 is the standout recommendation. It delivers 122.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for most high refresh rate monitors, while still providing a significant visual upgrade over Medium. If a higher refresh rate is the priority, the Medium preset at 1440p offers 146.3 FPS with only a modest reduction in visual fidelity. At 4K, the High preset at 69.8 FPS is the best option for a smooth experience, as Ultra drops below 60 FPS to 54 FPS, which may be noticeable in a fast-paced FPS. For competitive play at 1080p, the Low preset at 262.1 FPS is the clear choice, maximizing frame rate for the lowest input latency. The Ultra preset is only recommended for 1080p (157.6 FPS) or for users with a 60Hz 4K display who prioritize maximum visual detail over frame rate. Overall, the data suggests that High settings at 1440p is the sweet spot for this hardware combination, offering a great balance of image quality and speed.