Doom

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance percentile of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X in the benchmark database?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X sits at the 89th percentile when compared against all tested CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 34,313, placing it in a tight cluster with rivals like the Intel Core i5-13500 (34,175, 0.4% slower) and the Intel Core i7-12800HX (34,136, 0.5% slower). The closest competitor above it is the AMD EPYC 4244P, which leads by only 0.8%.

Q: How does the Radeon RX 9070's memory bandwidth and capacity affect high-resolution gaming?

A: The RX 9070 comes equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. This memory configuration is substantial, allowing the card to maintain high average frame rates even at 4K resolution. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160 with High settings, the combo still achieves 74.5 FPS, indicating the memory subsystem is not a bottleneck for this game.

Q: What is the rank of this specific CPU-GPU combination for Doom among all tested combos?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and the AMD Radeon RX 9070 ranks 564th out of 1,681 tested combos specifically for Doom. This places it in the upper third of all system configurations in the database, demonstrating a strong but not top-tier synergy for this particular title.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: The measured data shows a significant performance scaling across presets at 2560x1440. With Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 192.1 FPS. Moving to Medium drops this to 169.6 FPS, High further reduces it to 139.4 FPS, and Ultra brings the average down to 118.1 FPS. The difference between the lowest and highest preset is 74 FPS, a 38.5% reduction in performance when moving from Low to Ultra.

Q: Does the CPU's single-threaded performance impact the frame rates in Doom?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X has a strong single-threaded score of 4,281 in Cinebench R23 and 1,090 in 3DMark's single-thread test. Given that the game's frame rates scale consistently across resolutions, with the 1080p results reaching up to 297.9 FPS on Low, the data suggests the CPU's single-core capabilities are sufficient to avoid limiting the high frame rates seen in the game's less demanding settings.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the GPU and CPU in this combo?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 has a launch MSRP of 549 USD. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has a launch MSRP of $399.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this pairing at rank 564 out of 1,681 tested combinations for Doom. This is a strong position, placing the system within the top 33.5% of all tested configurations. The ranking reflects the synergy between the Ryzen 7 7700X's high multi-threaded throughput and the RX 9070's rendering power. While not a top-tier leaderboard contender, the combo sits comfortably ahead of the median, indicating a well-balanced setup for this title.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 34,313 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with the Intel Core i5-13500 trailing by just 0.4% and the Intel Core i7-12800HX trailing by 0.5%. The GPU's average score of 34,780 is similarly close to its competition, with the NVIDIA Quadro GV100 trailing by 0.3% and the AMD Radeon HD 7970 trailing by 0.7%. The proximity of these scores suggests that the system's rank is not driven by a single component's dominance but by their combined efficiency in this specific game engine.

At 1080p, the system outputs frame rates that far exceed typical high-refresh display capabilities, hitting 297.9 FPS on Low. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a predictable curve, with the system maintaining playable frame rates even at the most demanding resolution and preset combination. The rank indicates that while the combo is strong, there are 563 other configurations that achieve higher performance in Doom, likely featuring more recent flagship GPUs or CPUs with higher clock speeds.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070, built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, is the primary driver of the frame rates in this dataset. Its 3,584 shading units and 128 ROPs handle the game's rendering tasks effectively. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1330 MHz, a game clock of 2070 MHz, and a boost clock of 2520 MHz. These clock speeds are indicative of the card's ability to sustain high throughput under load.

The 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, paired with a 256-bit bus, yields a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. This memory configuration is a critical factor in the 4K results. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 102.5 on Low to 60.5 on Ultra. The 42 FPS gap between Low and Ultra at 4K highlights the memory bandwidth and pixel fill rate requirements of the higher preset, which the card meets with a playable average.

The GPU's benchmark scores, such as 25,381 in Passmark G3D and 6290 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, align with its performance class. Its percentile rank of 79 among all GPUs is slightly lower than the CPU's 89th percentile, indicating that the GPU is the more limiting factor in this combo. The pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 564.5 GTexel/s provide the raw throughput needed to sustain the high frame rates observed at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptionally high frame rates. The average FPS ranges from 297.9 on Low to 176.6 on Ultra. The High preset, the most common for competitive play, yields 219.4 FPS. This resolution shows the least variation between presets in absolute terms, with a 121.3 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains robust. Low settings produce an average of 192.1 FPS, Medium drops to 169.6 FPS, High to 139.4 FPS, and Ultra to 118.1 FPS. The scaling is more pronounced here, with the gap between Low and Ultra widening to 74 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is well-suited for 1440p high-refresh monitors, comfortably exceeding 100 FPS on the most demanding preset.

The 3840x2160 results show the system's limits. Low settings still deliver a smooth 102.5 FPS, but Ultra drops to 60.5 FPS. Medium provides 89.2 FPS, and High 74.5 FPS. The data shows a linear trend, with each step up in quality costing roughly 14 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that dips near the 60 FPS threshold, making it suitable for 60 Hz displays but not for higher refresh rates.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings depend on the target refresh rate and resolution. For 1080p displays, the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering 219.4 FPS. This is sufficient for 144 Hz and 165 Hz monitors, and it provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium's 257.4 FPS or Low's 297.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 176.6 FPS remains viable for 144 Hz displays but offers diminishing returns in visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended starting point. Its 139.4 FPS average comfortably supports 120 Hz and 144 Hz monitors. For users with 165 Hz or 240 Hz displays, dropping to Medium provides an additional 30.2 FPS, bringing the average to 169.6 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 118.1 FPS, is still playable on 120 Hz screens but does not fully utilize higher refresh panels.

For 3840x2160, the High preset is the sweet spot for a 60 Hz display, as its 74.5 FPS average provides a smooth experience with minimal stutter risk. The Medium preset, at 89.2 FPS, is the better choice for 75 Hz monitors, while Low, at 102.5 FPS, is recommended for 100 Hz displays. The Ultra preset, at 60.5 FPS, is only advisable for users who prioritize maximum image quality over frame rate stability, as it sits right at the edge of the 60 FPS threshold.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, with 8 cores and 16 threads, provides the computational foundation for this combo. Its base clock of 4.50 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz, based on the Zen 4 architecture, deliver strong single-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,281 and multi-core score of 30,325 indicate a processor that excels in both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads.

In the context of Doom, a game that does not require massive multi-core scaling, the CPU's high single-thread performance is the key asset. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1,090 and the Geekbench single-core score of 2,985 show that the 7700X can feed the GPU efficiently, preventing a CPU bottleneck at high frame rates. The measured 1080p Low result of 297.9 FPS demonstrates that the processor can handle the game's logic and draw calls well beyond standard refresh rates.

The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s of dual-channel DDR5 memory bandwidth provide the data throughput necessary for smooth frame pacing. Its benchmark scores, such as the Passmark multi-thread score of 35,686 and the 3DMark 16-thread score of 8,859, place it at the 89th percentile among all CPUs. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13500, is only 0.4% behind in average score, showing that the 7700X is a competitive, but not class-leading, processor for this game. The data indicates that the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing, with its percentile rank exceeding the GPU's by 10 points.