Doom

# Doom: AMD Ryzen 7 5700G + AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT delivers a remarkably strong Doom experience across all tested resolutions, with the data showing this combination ranks in the 63rd percentile of all tested combos for this title (rank 620 out of 1681). The pairing of an 8-core/16-thread Zen 3 CPU with a 16 GB RDNA 3 GPU produces frame rates that range from playable at 4K Ultra to exceptionally high at 1080p Low, making this a versatile setup for both competitive and visual-quality oriented play.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the sweet spot. At High settings, the combo achieves 136.3 FPS average, which comfortably exceeds 120 Hz refresh rates. At 1920x1080, frame rates reach 207.8 FPS at High, but the visual fidelity gain from 1440p is substantial while still maintaining triple-digit performance.

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 73.7, which is playable on a 60 Hz display. Ultra settings drop to 61.4 FPS average, meaning you can run 4K Ultra but with minimal headroom. Low settings at 4K push to 98.5 FPS if you prefer higher refresh rates over visual quality.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT's 16 GB VRAM matter for Doom?

A: The 16 GB GDDR6 memory with 624.1 GB/s bandwidth is more than sufficient for this 2016 title. The data shows no memory-related bottlenecks even at 4K Ultra settings, where the GPU's 96 ROPs and 37.32 TFLOPS FP32 performance drive the 61.4 FPS result. The memory configuration is future-proof for this game's engine.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700G holding back the RX 7800 XT in Doom?

A: Benchmark data suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor. The 5700G scores 20755 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2930 in single-core, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The 8-core/16-thread configuration with 16 MB L3 cache provides ample headroom for Doom's engine, as evidenced by the linear scaling from 1080p to 4K.

Q: What settings should I use for competitive play?

A: For maximum frame rates, 1920x1080 Low delivers 282.1 FPS average, which is ideal for high-refresh monitors. Medium settings at 1080p still yield 247.8 FPS, offering better visuals without sacrificing competitive performance. At 1440p, Low settings provide 184.4 FPS, which remains excellent for fast-paced play.

Q: How does this combo compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RX 7800 XT's average benchmark score of 32619 is nearly identical to its closest rivals: AMD FirePro S9300 X2 scores 32540 (0.2% difference), NVIDIA P104-100 scores 32747 (-0.4%), and NVIDIA T600 Mobile scores 32849 (-0.7%). The performance delta is negligible, meaning real-world Doom results should be consistent across these GPUs.

Settings Recommendations

The data indicates that High settings at 2560x1440 provides the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo. At 136.3 FPS average, this configuration offers smooth gameplay on 120 Hz displays while maintaining detailed textures and effects. If you prioritize frame rate above all else, 1920x1080 Low at 282.1 FPS is the clear choice, but the visual downgrade is significant. Medium settings at 1440p (157 FPS) represent a strong middle ground, offering 15% more performance than High with only minor visual compromises.

For 4K displays, High settings at 73.7 FPS is the recommended preset, as Ultra drops to 61.4 FPS—too close to the 60 FPS threshold for comfortable gaming. The 3840x2160 Medium preset at 85.1 FPS provides a better experience than Ultra if you want higher refresh rates at 4K. At 1080p, the Ultra preset at 169 FPS is playable and visually rich, though High at 207.8 FPS is preferable for most users seeking both quality and speed.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination ranks 620th out of 1681 tested combos for Doom, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all configurations evaluated. The rank reflects the GPU's 76th percentile standing among all GPUs, while the CPU sits in the 83rd percentile. The 16 GB VRAM buffer and 256-bit memory interface allow the RX 7800 XT to maintain consistent performance across all resolutions, with the 5700G's strong single-thread score of 2930 in Cinebench R23 ensuring no CPU-bound bottlenecks at lower resolutions where frame rates exceed 200 FPS.

The combo's ranking is particularly impressive given that Doom is a fast-paced FPS where high frame rates matter more than in slower genres. The 620th position out of 1681 means roughly 63% of tested combos perform better, but the actual FPS numbers show this setup exceeds the needs of most displays. The delta between this combo and the top performers is largely due to the 5700G being a mid-range CPU rather than a flagship, as the GPU is clearly capable of higher output at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings average 282.1 FPS, Medium 247.8 FPS, High 207.8 FPS, and Ultra 169 FPS. The progression shows a consistent 30-40 FPS drop per settings tier, with Ultra still exceeding 144 Hz refresh rates. This resolution is clearly CPU-limited at Low/Medium, as the 5700G's 8 cores provide ample headroom but the frame rates approach the practical limits of the engine.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but the GPU begins to assert its role. Low settings average 184.4 FPS, Medium 157 FPS, High 136.3 FPS, and Ultra 111.4 FPS. The 1440p results show a tighter spread between settings compared to 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck. Ultra at 111.4 FPS is particularly notable, as it allows high-refresh 1440p gaming with maximum visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is firmly the limiting factor. Low settings average 98.5 FPS, Medium 85.1 FPS, High 73.7 FPS, and Ultra 61.4 FPS. The 4K results demonstrate the RX 7800 XT's capability to handle this title at Ultra settings just above 60 FPS, while Low settings enable near-100 FPS gaming for users with 4K 120 Hz displays. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings (169 to 61.4 FPS) shows a 63.7% performance drop, consistent with the pixel count increase.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the dominant component in this pairing for Doom, particularly at 1440p and 4K resolutions. With 3840 shading units, 240 TMUs, and 96 ROPs, the GPU's pixel rate of 233.3 GPixel/s and texture rate of 583.2 GTexel/s directly drive the frame rates seen in the data. The 16 GB GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 624.1 GB/s bandwidth, which is more than adequate for Doom's texture streaming even at 4K Ultra.

The clock behavior is telling: base clock 1295 MHz, game clock 2124 MHz, and boost clock 2430 MHz. The game clock represents sustained performance during typical gaming loads, and the data suggests the RX 7800 XT maintains near-boost clocks in Doom's optimized Vulkan engine. The 60 RT cores are present but unused in this title, while the 37.32 TFLOPS FP32 compute performance ensures pixel shading is never the bottleneck. The GPU's 76th percentile ranking among all GPUs is validated by the 4K Ultra result of 61.4 FPS, which requires substantial rasterization throughput.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G provides robust CPU performance that prevents bottlenecking in Doom, even at 1080p where frame rates exceed 280 FPS. The 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne, 7 nm TSMC) deliver strong multi-threaded performance (20755 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) and excellent single-thread speed (2930 in Cinebench R23 single-core). The 16 MB L3 cache and 512 KB L2 per core reduce memory latency, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates in fast-paced FPS games.

The CPU's 3.80 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost clocks provide sufficient single-core throughput for Doom's game logic and physics. The 5700G's 65 W TDP and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth (DDR4 dual-channel) are modest but adequate, as the data shows no CPU-bound slowdowns at any resolution. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25626, places it close to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (0.3% slower) and Intel Core 5 210H (0.5% faster). For Doom specifically, the CPU's role is minimal at 4K but becomes relevant at 1080p Low, where the 282.1 FPS result approaches the engine's limits.