Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 pairs an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 design with a 3.70 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost clock. For a 2016-era FPS like Doom, this processor provides substantial headroom, as its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20655 and single-core score of 2916 indicate strong throughput and responsiveness. The CPU’s 84th percentile ranking among all tested processors, alongside an average benchmark score of 27220, places it within 0.7% of the Intel Core i9-9900K and 0.8% of the Intel Core i7-12700H. This proximity in aggregate performance suggests that in Doom, which favors high-frequency single-thread work but also scales with additional cores, the 5700 is unlikely to become a bottleneck even at lower resolutions. The processor’s 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support further reinforce its capability to feed the GPU with data, though the game’s optimization for older hardware means the CPU’s role is largely to stay out of the way.

The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combination reaches 312.5 FPS, a figure that demands both high IPC and low memory latency. The 5700’s 3dmark_single_thread score of 901 and 3dmark_2_threads score of 1762 suggest that per-core performance is sufficient to drive frame rates well beyond typical display refresh rates. However, the question remains whether the CPU’s 20-lane PCIe Gen 3 interface, rather than Gen 4, affects data transfer rates in this title. Given that Doom’s engine is efficient and the measured frame rates are extremely high, the evidence implies that the CPU’s contribution is positive but not dominant; the GPU handles most of the rendering load, especially as resolution increases.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 brings 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 2475 MHz, combined with 5888 shading units, allows for substantial pixel throughput, as evidenced by its 158.4 GPixel/s pixel rate and 455.4 GTexel/s texture rate. In Doom, which is known for its Vulkan and OpenGL performance, the GPU’s architecture (Ada Lovelace on a 5 nm process) provides a solid foundation for high frame rates. The GPU’s 81st percentile ranking among all tested GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37283, places it within 0.6% of the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 and 1.9% of the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A, though those rivals are not necessarily representative of modern 40-series performance.

The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 4070 scales well with settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 65.7, while at 4K Low it climbs to 109.8. This 44.1 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 4K indicates that the GPU is the primary limiter at this resolution, as the increased shading and texture work directly impact the render time. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is ample for Doom’s texture sets, even at Ultra settings, which typically require less than 8 GB at 4K. The GPU’s 29.15 TFLOPS of FP32 performance suggests that the card has enough compute headroom for the game’s dynamic lighting and particle effects, but the frame rate drop from 109.8 FPS at Low to 65.7 FPS at Ultra shows a clear cost for visual fidelity.

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

Examining the resolution scaling reveals a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the average FPS decreases, but the magnitude of the drop varies by settings preset. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 312.5 FPS at 1080p to 201.5 FPS at 1440p and 109.8 FPS at 4K. This represents a 64.8% drop from 1080p to 4K, suggesting that the GPU is heavily engaged even at Low settings, where the CPU could theoretically keep up. In contrast, at Ultra settings, the drop is from 188.5 FPS at 1080p to 121.3 FPS at 1440p and 65.7 FPS at 4K, a 65.1% reduction. The similarity in percentage drops across settings implies that the GPU is the consistent bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s influence diminishes as pixel count grows.

At 1080p, the differences between settings are pronounced: Low yields 312.5 FPS, Medium 270.9 FPS, High 229.9 FPS, and Ultra 188.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 124 FPS, which is larger than the 95.7 FPS gap at 1440p and the 44.1 FPS gap at 4K. This narrowing gap indicates that the GPU becomes progressively more constrained at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s ability to issue draw calls remains relatively constant. For this combo, the data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU still has headroom, but at 4K, the RTX 4070’s rasterization limits are the primary factor determining performance.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 466th out of 1681 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all configurations. This ranking reflects that many faster processors and higher-end GPUs can achieve better frame rates, but the 5700 and 4070 pairing is still above average. The CPU’s 84th percentile and GPU’s 81st percentile suggest that neither component is a weak link, but the combo’s rank is slightly lower than either component’s individual standing, implying that the game’s engine may not fully utilize the CPU’s multi-threading capabilities or that the GPU’s performance is not maximized at lower resolutions.

Comparing to rivals, the CPU’s nearest competitor, the Intel Core i9-9900K, has an average score only 0.7% higher, which would translate to a negligible FPS difference in Doom. The GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, scores 0.6% lower, meaning the RTX 4070 holds a slight edge. However, the combo’s rank of 466 suggests that other pairings with similar CPU or GPU scores may achieve better results due to factors like memory speed or driver optimization. The data indicates that this combo is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, where it achieves over 121 FPS at Ultra, but it is not optimized for 4K Ultra, where the frame rate dips below 70 FPS.

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 refresh rate. At 1080p, all presets exceed 188 FPS, making even Ultra viable for 144Hz displays, but the jump from High to Ultra costs 41.4 FPS (from 229.9 to 188.5), which may not justify the visual gains for competitive play. Medium at 1080p offers 270.9 FPS, providing a significant margin over High while still maintaining good visual quality. For 1440p, High delivers 150.2 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz monitors, while Ultra drops to 121.3 FPS, still playable but with a noticeable reduction. Medium at 1440p yields 177.9 FPS, offering a smoother experience than High if the user prioritizes frame rate.

At 4K, the choices are more constrained. High provides 78.9 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh displays, while Ultra drops to 65.7 FPS. Low at 4K achieves 109.8 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial. For a balanced experience, Medium at 4K (98.5 FPS) is the recommended preset, as it maintains a frame rate above 90 FPS while preserving more detail than Low. The data suggests that for this combo, 1440p High is the sweet spot, offering 150.2 FPS with good visual fidelity, while 4K users should settle for Medium to avoid the performance hit of Ultra.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1080p is 312.5 FPS, achieved with Low settings. Medium reaches 270.9 FPS, High 229.9 FPS, and Ultra 188.5 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU’s performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 27220, which is 0.7% higher than the Intel Core i9-9900K (27043) and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i7-12700H (27006).

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 4K?

A: At 4K, Low settings yield 109.8 FPS, while Ultra produces 65.7 FPS, a difference of 44.1 FPS. Medium and High fall in between at 98.5 FPS and 78.9 FPS, respectively.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more likely to limit performance at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the GPU is the primary limiter, as shown by the frame rate scaling from 201.5 FPS at Low to 121.3 FPS at Ultra. The CPU’s 84th percentile ranking suggests it has headroom, but the GPU’s rendering workload dictates the final FPS.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 466th out of 1681 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the upper 28% of all configurations. The CPU and GPU individually rank in the 84th and 81st percentiles, respectively.

Q: Which settings preset provides the best experience at 4K?

A: Medium settings at 4K provide the best balance, with an average FPS of 98.5. This is higher than High (78.9 FPS) and Ultra (65.7 FPS) while offering better visuals than Low (109.8 FPS).

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

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low settings achieve 312.5 FPS, Medium reaches 270.9 FPS, High delivers 229.9 FPS, and Ultra produces 188.5 FPS. These figures show a clear progression, with each step up in settings reducing performance by roughly 40 FPS, except for the jump from High to Ultra which costs 41.4 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS values are 201.5 FPS at Low, 177.9 FPS at Medium, 150.2 FPS at High, and 121.3 FPS at Ultra. The relative gaps between settings narrow compared to 1080p, with the difference between Low and Ultra being 80.2 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average FPS values drop further: Low yields 109.8 FPS, Medium 98.5 FPS, High 78.9 FPS, and Ultra 65.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 44.1 FPS, indicating that the GPU’s limits are more pronounced at this resolution.

Across all resolutions, the data shows that the RTX 4070 handles Low settings with ease, but Ultra settings at 4K push the card to its limits. The 1080p Low result of 312.5 FPS is the highest measured value in the dataset, while the 4K Ultra result of 65.7 FPS is the lowest. This spread of 246.8 FPS across the entire resolution and settings matrix highlights the significant impact of both resolution and quality presets on this hardware combination.