Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER pairing delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Doom, but the data shows a steep drop-off at 4K that demands careful settings management. This combination sits in the 70th percentile of all tested combos, indicating a strong, balanced system for this title, though it is not at the top tier. The measured FPS results across three resolutions and four quality presets provide a clear picture of its capabilities and limitations.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured data, 1920x1080 is the strongest resolution, with average FPS ranging from 115 on Ultra to 192 on Low. 2560x1440 is also very playable, with averages between 75 and 124 FPS. 3840x2160 is the most demanding, with averages falling between 40 and 67 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER perform relative to its closest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 18093, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 18159, which is a 0.4% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 is 0.5% behind, while the AMD Radeon RX 460 and Intel Arc A770M are 1.5% and 1.6% behind, respectively.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700X a bottleneck for the RTX 2060 SUPER in this game?

A: The data does not indicate a bottleneck. The CPU's average benchmark score is 27578, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its performance is virtually identical to the Intel Core i5-12600K (0% delta) and AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (0.2% behind), and it is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X by 0.2%.

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains a playable frame rate at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset provides an average of 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS. The High preset averages 50 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 40 FPS. For a more consistent experience, the Low preset achieves 67 FPS on average.

*Q: How does the combo's ranking in Doom compare to its overall performance?*

A: The combo ranks 2617 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the 70th percentile for this specific game. This suggests its performance in Doom is solid and representative of its overall capabilities.

Q: What are the key specifications of the CPU and GPU in this combo?

A: The CPU is an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X with 8 cores and 16 threads, a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The GPU is an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, and a boost clock of 1650 MHz.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the primary driver of frame rates in Doom, and its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game's textures and assets at the tested resolutions. The GPU's boost clock of 1650 MHz and base clock of 1470 MHz, along with its 2176 shading units, define its raw processing power. The data shows a direct correlation between resolution and performance, with the GPU being the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the GPU is able to push very high frame rates, with the Low preset hitting an average of 192 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is not fully stressed at this resolution and settings level. The RTX 2060 SUPER's performance scales predictably as settings increase; moving from Low to Medium reduces the average FPS by 25, and moving to Ultra reduces it by another 52 FPS. This demonstrates that the GPU's compute and memory resources are being taxed more heavily by the higher-fidelity visual effects.

The situation changes significantly at 2560x1440. The average FPS at Low is 124, which drops to 108 at Medium, 91 at High, and 75 at Ultra. The performance gap between Low and Ultra is 49 FPS, showing that the GPU is under considerably more pressure. The 1440p results still show a playable experience across all presets, but the margin for error is shrinking.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The average FPS at Low is 67, which is barely above the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset averages 59 FPS with a minimum of 50 FPS, indicating potential for stutter in demanding scenes. The High preset drops to 50 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 40 FPS. These 4K results clearly show that the 8 GB VRAM and the GPU's processing power are insufficient for maintaining high frame rates at this resolution with the Ultra preset.

The GPU's benchmark scores provide context for its performance. Its Passmark G3D score is 16462, and it achieves 76957 in Geekbench OpenCL and 77402 in Geekbench Vulkan. These synthetic results, combined with the measured FPS, paint a picture of a GPU that is well-suited for 1080p and capable at 1440p, but struggles to maintain high performance at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the data points to the High preset at 1920x1080 as the sweet spot. This configuration yields an average of 141 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors. The Medium preset at 1080p offers an even higher average of 167 FPS, but the jump to High provides a significant visual upgrade for a relatively small performance cost of 26 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 91 FPS, which is smooth and responsive for a fast-paced FPS. While the Medium preset achieves a higher average of 108 FPS, the High preset's visual improvements are worth the 17 FPS difference. The Ultra preset at 1440p, with an average of 75 FPS, is also viable, but it leaves less headroom for demanding scenes.

For users who prioritize maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 2560x1440 provides an average of 124 FPS. This is an option for competitive play where frame rate is more important than visual fidelity. However, for most players, the High preset at 1440p offers the best overall experience.

At 3840x2160, the recommendation is more nuanced. The Medium preset is the only one that consistently stays above 50 FPS, with an average of 59 FPS and a minimum of 50 FPS. This makes it the most playable option in 4K, but users should be prepared for occasional dips. The Low preset offers a higher average of 67 FPS, but the visual quality is significantly reduced. The Ultra preset, at 40 FPS, is not recommended for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• The Ultra preset delivers an average of 115 FPS.
• The High preset delivers an average of 141 FPS.
• The Medium preset delivers an average of 167 FPS, with a minimum of 142 FPS and a maximum of 192 FPS.
• The Low preset delivers an average of 192 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the results show a clear step down:

• The Ultra preset delivers an average of 75 FPS.
• The High preset delivers an average of 91 FPS.
• The Medium preset delivers an average of 108 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 125 FPS.
• The Low preset delivers an average of 124 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly:

• The Ultra preset delivers an average of 40 FPS.
• The High preset delivers an average of 50 FPS.
• The Medium preset delivers an average of 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 FPS and a maximum of 67 FPS.
• The Low preset delivers an average of 67 FPS.

The data shows a consistent performance hierarchy, with the Low preset always outperforming Medium, Medium outperforming High, and High outperforming Ultra. The delta between presets varies by resolution, with the largest absolute differences seen at 1080p. The FPS ranges for the Medium preset at each resolution provide insight into frame time consistency, with the 1080p result showing a tighter range relative to its average.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2617 out of 3712 tested combinations in Doom. This places it in the 70th percentile of all tested systems. This is a strong result, indicating that the pairing is well-balanced for this game and outperforms a significant majority of other configurations.

The ranking is a composite measure of the system's ability to run Doom across various conditions. Given the measured FPS data, the ranking reflects the system's strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, while its 4K performance, though weaker, is still within the range of what many systems can achieve. The 70th percentile ranking suggests that this combo will provide a very good gaming experience in Doom for most users, especially those playing at resolutions below 4K.

The CPU's high percentile ranking (79th) and the GPU's respectable ranking (62nd) contribute to this favorable outcome. Neither component is a significant weak link, allowing the system to perform close to its theoretical potential. The fact that the CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.3% of its benchmark score indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700X is a very consistent performer, providing a solid foundation for the GPU.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X provides the processing foundation for this system. With 8 cores and 16 threads, it is well-equipped to handle the game logic and physics of Doom. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz ensure that it can respond quickly to single-threaded demands, while the 16 threads allow for efficient multi-tasking. The CPU's architecture, Zen 3 on the Vermeer codename, is a mature and efficient design for gaming workloads.

The CPU's benchmark scores confirm its capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 13184 in multi-core and 1499 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 10779 in multi-core and 2016 in single-core. These scores indicate a strong balance between multi-threaded throughput and single-thread responsiveness, which is crucial for gaming. The Passmark multithread score of 26612 further supports its strong multi-core performance.

In the context of Doom, the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck. The measured FPS at 1080p, where the GPU is less strained, shows that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to achieve high frame rates. The 192 FPS average on the Low preset at 1080p demonstrates that the CPU can handle the game's engine at high speed. The CPU's performance is so consistent that its nearest rivals, the Intel Core i5-12600K, AMD Ryzen 7 5800, and AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, are all within a 0.3% performance delta. This means that in Doom, the choice between these CPUs would have a negligible impact on frame rates, affirming the Ryzen 7 5700X as a reliable choice.