Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 pairing delivers a robust experience in the 2016 FPS title Doom, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions and settings. The data indicates that this combination is well-balanced, with the CPU’s strong multi-threaded capabilities complementing the GPU’s modern architecture to produce high frame rates even at demanding 4K resolutions. The measured results show a system that can comfortably exceed 60 FPS at 1440p on high settings, while 1080p gameplay reaches refresh rates that satisfy competitive play.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5800X compare to its closest rival, the Ryzen 7 5800?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X has an average benchmark score of 27606, which is 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 5800's average score of 27535. This places the 5800X marginally ahead of its non-X counterpart in synthetic tests, suggesting a very slight performance edge.

Q: What is the RTX 4060's standing relative to the Intel Arc B580?

A: The RTX 4060’s average benchmark score is 23181, while the Intel Arc B580 scores 23021. This results in a deltaPct of 0.7, meaning the RTX 4060 is 0.7% ahead of the Arc B580 in average benchmark performance.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 106.9 FPS at 2560x1440 resolution with High settings. This indicates that the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming in Doom.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 4060 compared to the Radeon RX 6600M?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 23181, which is 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6600M's score of 23321. This means the RTX 4060 is slightly ahead of the RX 6600M in average performance.

Q: What is the CPU's single-threaded performance as indicated by Cinebench R23?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X achieves a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3327. This high score is indicative of strong per-core performance, which is beneficial for games that rely on single-threaded workloads.

*Q: Does the combo rank in the top half of tested configurations for Doom?*

A: Yes, the combo ranks 966 out of 1681 tested combinations in Doom. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the performance distribution, indicating it outperforms a majority of other tested CPU-GPU pairings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 1830 MHz, with a boost clock of 2460 MHz. These specifications contribute to a pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s. The data shows that this GPU configuration is capable of handling Doom's demanding scenes, particularly at lower resolutions where the frame rates are exceptionally high.

In the context of the measured results, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the average frame rates range from 137.6 FPS on Ultra to 228.9 FPS on Low, showcasing the GPU’s ability to push very high frame counts when the CPU is not a bottleneck. However, at 4K, the GPU's workload increases significantly, with average FPS dropping to 46.5 on Ultra settings. This indicates that while the RTX 4060 is a capable performer, the demands of 4K Ultra settings in Doom push it to its limits, resulting in sub-60 FPS performance. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for this title, as evidenced by the stable performance across all settings, but the data suggests that for 4K gaming, users will need to adjust settings to maintain smoother gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, operating at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. It features a 32 MB L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23571 and a single-core score of 3327. This combination of high multi-threaded and single-threaded performance is crucial for gaming, as it ensures that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates.

The benchmark results show that the Ryzen 7 5800X is not a limiting factor in Doom at 1080p. At this resolution, the average FPS on Low settings reaches 228.9, which is well above what most displays can show, indicating that the CPU is capable of handling the game's logic and physics calculations without bottlenecking the GPU. The CPU's 16 threads are particularly useful for the game's multi-threaded tasks, allowing for smooth performance even in chaotic scenes. At higher resolutions like 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, but the CPU's strong performance ensures that frame rates remain consistent, with the 1440p High setting yielding 106.9 FPS. This suggests that the Ryzen 7 5800X provides a solid foundation for this GPU, allowing it to perform to its full potential.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 966 out of 1681 tested combos in Doom. This places the pairing in the top 57% of all tested configurations, indicating that it outperforms a majority of other CPU-GPU combinations. The ranking suggests that this is a well-matched pair, as the CPU's high-end performance (84th percentile among all CPUs) and the GPU's mid-to-high-end performance (66th percentile among all GPUs) combine to deliver a solid gaming experience in this title.

The data reveals that while the combo is not at the very top of the performance charts, it offers a balanced experience that is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The rank of 966 indicates that there are 715 other combos that perform better, likely featuring higher-end GPUs or CPUs. However, for the price point of these components, the measured FPS results show that this combo provides a strong value proposition in terms of raw performance. The ranking also highlights that the GPU is the more limiting component, as the CPU's high percentile ranking suggests it has more headroom to support a more powerful GPU if the user were to upgrade in the future.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 137.6 on Ultra to 228.9 on Low, with High and Medium settings yielding 170.3 and 197.6 FPS respectively. This shows that at 1080p, the combo is capable of delivering extremely high frame rates, with even the most demanding settings exceeding 130 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops noticeably but remains impressive. The Ultra preset averages 90.5 FPS, while High, Medium, and Low settings achieve 106.9, 129.2, and 144.8 FPS respectively. This indicates that the combo is well-suited for 1440p gaming, with all settings except Ultra comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS threshold and High settings providing a smooth experience for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 3840x2160, the performance is more demanding, with the Ultra preset averaging just 46.5 FPS. The Medium and High presets fare better, achieving 67.1 and 59.8 FPS respectively, while the Low preset reaches 82.2 FPS. This data suggests that 4K gaming is possible with this combo, but users will need to compromise on settings to maintain playable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset at 137.6 FPS is the best choice for users with high-refresh-rate monitors, as it provides a visually rich experience while still delivering frame rates well above 60 FPS. Alternatively, the High preset at 170.3 FPS offers a good balance between visual quality and performance, making it suitable for competitive play.

For 1440p, the High preset at 106.9 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides excellent visual fidelity while maintaining a smooth and responsive experience. The Ultra preset at 90.5 FPS is also viable for users who prioritize visual quality over raw frame rates, but the High preset offers a better balance. At 4K, the data suggests that the Medium preset at 67.1 FPS is the best option, as it delivers a playable frame rate while maintaining a reasonable level of visual detail. The High preset at 59.8 FPS is borderline, and users may prefer to drop to Medium for a more consistent experience. The Low preset at 82.2 FPS is recommended for users who prioritize performance above all else at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data reveals a clear scaling trend as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p, the average FPS across all settings is significantly higher than at other resolutions, with the Low preset achieving 228.9 FPS. This high frame rate indicates that the CPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution, as the GPU is not yet fully saturated. As resolution increases to 1440p, the average FPS drops by approximately 35-40% across all settings, with the Low preset falling to 144.8 FPS. This suggests that the GPU is becoming more of a limiting factor, but the CPU still has enough headroom to maintain high frame rates.

The most significant drop occurs when moving from 1440p to 4K, with average FPS decreasing by roughly 45-50% across all settings. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as the increased pixel count places a heavy load on the RTX 4060. The data shows that the Ultra preset at 4K (46.5 FPS) is less than half the frame rate of the same preset at 1080p (137.6 FPS), highlighting the GPU's limitations at this resolution. This scaling behavior indicates that the Ryzen 7 5800X is a capable partner for the RTX 4060, providing sufficient performance to avoid bottlenecking at lower resolutions, but the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus become limiting factors at 4K.