Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, but the data clearly shows the GPU becoming the primary constraint as resolution climbs to 4K. The measured FPS curve across the three resolutions reveals a classic performance scaling pattern, with the combination of an eight-core Zen 3 processor and a RDNA 1.0 graphics card producing results that are competitive in the mid-range segment of the benchmark database.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep decline as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, which is the expected behavior for a GPU-bound title like Doom. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 138 FPS at 1080p to 89 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 49 FPS, and then falls further to 48 FPS at 4K. This represents a 65% decrease from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RX 5700 XT is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The pattern is consistent across all settings presets, with the gap between 1080p and 4K widening as graphical fidelity increases.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a more moderate decline, with High settings losing 49 FPS and Medium settings losing 58 FPS. This suggests that the CPU is still contributing meaningfully at 1440p, as the 5700G's eight cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU at this resolution. However, the jump from 1440p to 4K is more severe, with High settings dropping from 89 FPS to 48 FPS and Ultra settings falling from 73 FPS to 40 FPS. The 4K results, ranging from 40 FPS at Ultra to 66 FPS at Low, indicate that the RX 5700 XT's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are being saturated by the higher pixel count.

At 1080p, the data shows the GPU is less stressed, with Low settings achieving 188 FPS and Medium hitting 164 FPS. The fact that Ultra settings still deliver 113 FPS at 1080p suggests there is headroom for higher refresh rate monitors at this resolution. The scaling between Low and Ultra at 1080p is a 75 FPS difference, which is proportionally smaller than the 26 FPS difference at 4K, further confirming that resolution is the dominant variable in this configuration.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver 113 FPS on average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, making it the recommended preset for players with standard 60 Hz displays. For those with 144 Hz monitors, High settings at 138 FPS offer a better balance, though Medium at 164 FPS provides even more headroom for competitive play. The data suggests that 1080p users should not need to compromise below High settings, as even the most demanding preset remains playable.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to High settings, which produce 89 FPS on average. This is sufficient for most gaming scenarios, though players seeking higher frame rates can drop to Medium at 106 FPS or Low at 121 FPS. Ultra at 1440p drops to 73 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant visual cost for only a modest increase in fidelity over High. The data indicates that High is the sweet spot at this resolution, offering a 16 FPS improvement over Ultra while maintaining visual quality.

The 3840x2160 results tell a different story, as no preset achieves 60 FPS on average. Medium settings come closest at 57 FPS, with Low at 66 FPS being the only preset to cross the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra at 4K delivers only 40 FPS, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The recommendation for 4K is to use Low settings for playable frame rates, or Medium for those who prioritize visual quality over performance, accepting the 49 FPS minimum frame rate recorded for Medium. High settings at 48 FPS are marginal, making Low the safest choice for a consistent experience.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G's specifications play a crucial role in the measured results, particularly at lower resolutions where CPU performance becomes more relevant. With eight cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, this processor provides ample compute resources for Doom's engine. The base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz are competitive for gaming workloads, and the 16 MB of L3 cache helps reduce memory latency in latency-sensitive scenarios.

Benchmark data shows the 5700G achieves a passmark single-thread score of 3283 and a passmark multithread score of 24419, placing it in the 79th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, scores 27097 on average, representing a negligible 0.2% difference. This indicates the 5700G is well-matched to its peers in mixed workloads, though the gaming-specific performance is more directly influenced by the GPU in this configuration.

The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12830.5 and single-core score of 1494 suggest strong per-thread performance, which is important for Doom's rendering pipeline. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6629 and 4-thread score of 3389 show that the processor scales effectively across multiple threads, though the game's performance at 1080p High (138 FPS) versus 1440p High (89 FPS) indicates that the GPU becomes the bottleneck above 1080p. The CPU's role is most evident in the 1080p Low result of 188 FPS, where the processor's ability to feed frames quickly is fully utilized.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700G and RX 5700 XT ranks at position 2758 out of 3712 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the lower half of the database. This ranking reflects the GPU's age and mid-range positioning, as the RX 5700 XT sits in the 59th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 16361. The GPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M (16351, 0.1% delta) and NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (16408, -0.3% delta), show that the RX 5700 XT is closely matched to its immediate competitors in synthetic tests.

The combo's rank is influenced by the fact that many higher-performing GPU and CPU combinations are tested in the database, pushing this mid-range pairing down the list. However, the measured FPS results show that the combination is capable of delivering playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, with only 4K Ultra proving challenging. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it outperforms many combinations in the database by achieving frame rates above 113 FPS even at Ultra settings.

The CPU's 79th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 59th percentile suggests a slight imbalance, with the processor having more headroom than the graphics card. This is confirmed by the resolution scaling, where the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The combo's rank of 2758 out of 3712 represents a position that is competitive for its hardware class, though users seeking higher frame rates at 1440p or 4K would need to consider GPU upgrades.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary driver of the measured FPS results, and its specifications explain the performance profile across resolutions. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, the GPU has sufficient memory capacity for Doom's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results suggest memory bandwidth becomes a limiting factor. The base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1905 MHz, combined with 2560 shading units, deliver 9.754 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is competitive for the GPU's generation.

The GPU's benchmark scores include a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2134 and a Passmark G3D score of 16277, placing it in the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M, scores 16351, a negligible 0.1% difference, while the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16408, representing a 0.3% delta. These results indicate the RX 5700 XT is firmly positioned in the mid-range segment, with performance that is competitive for its class but not exceptional.

The GPU's role in Doom is evident from the FPS scaling, where 1080p Ultra achieves 113 FPS but 4K Ultra drops to 40 FPS. This 73 FPS reduction is primarily due to the increased pixel count overwhelming the GPU's 64 ROPs and 160 TMUs, which are responsible for pixel processing and texture filtering. The 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is likely the bottleneck at 4K, as the larger frame buffer requirements strain the memory subsystem. The GPU's 7 nm process node and RDNA 1.0 architecture are older designs, which explains why it struggles at higher resolutions despite its capable performance at 1080p.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Doom with this combo?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution, with all settings presets achieving at least 113 FPS on average. At 2560x1440, High settings deliver 89 FPS, while 4K requires Low settings to reach 66 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. Low settings at 3840x2160 achieve 66 FPS, while Medium delivers 57 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 40 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G scores 27051 on average, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i9-9900K (27097). The difference is negligible, indicating comparable overall performance.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The RX 5700 XT ranks in the 59th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16361. This places it in the mid-range segment of tested hardware.

Q: Which settings preset offers the best balance at 1440p?

A: High settings provide 89 FPS, which is a good balance between visual quality and performance. Medium delivers 106 FPS, while Ultra drops to 73 FPS, making High the recommended choice.

Q: Does the combo rank well among tested configurations?

A: It ranks at position 2758 out of 3712 combos in Doom, placing it in the lower half. This is due to the GPU's mid-range positioning, despite the CPU's 79th percentile ranking.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured FPS data shows consistent performance across all settings. Low settings achieve 188 FPS on average, Medium delivers 164 FPS with a minimum of 139 FPS and maximum of 188 FPS, High reaches 138 FPS, and Ultra maintains 113 FPS. These results indicate that 1080p gaming is well-served, with even the most demanding preset offering smooth frame rates above 100 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops but remains playable. Low settings deliver 121 FPS, Medium achieves 106 FPS with a range of 90 to 122 FPS, High produces 89 FPS, and Ultra falls to 73 FPS. The data shows that 1440p users should stick to High or below for the best experience, as Ultra approaches the lower boundary of acceptable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the results are more constrained. Low settings achieve 66 FPS, Medium delivers 57 FPS with a minimum of 49 FPS and maximum of 66 FPS, High reaches 48 FPS, and Ultra drops to 40 FPS. Only Low settings provide a consistently playable experience at 4K, with Medium being marginal and High/Ultra unsuitable for smooth gameplay. The measured data across all resolutions and settings provides a comprehensive picture of this combo's capabilities in Doom, highlighting its strengths at 1080p and 1440p while exposing the GPU's limitations at 4K.