Doom

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination delivers a highly capable Doom experience, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows this pairing is well-balanced for the 2016 FPS title, though the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions. This analysis examines the measured FPS data to clarify the role each component plays in the game's performance profile.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge), built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a 32 MB shared L3 cache. This CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, and it has a PCIe Gen 5 interface with 24 lanes.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Ryzen 7 9700F achieves a PassMark multithread score of 36470 and a single-thread score of 4691. Its average benchmark score is 69996, which places it in the 94th percentile among all CPUs tested. The nearest rivals in the data are the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (avg score 69875, delta +0.2%), Intel Core i7-14700KF (avg score 70163, delta -0.2%), AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (avg score 69515, delta +0.7%), and Intel Core i7-14700K (avg score 69355, delta +0.9%). This indicates the 9700F is essentially tied with these high-end desktop and mobile parts, with score differences under 1%.

For Doom, the CPU's role is significant but not dominant. At 1080p resolution, where the GPU is less stressed, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (4691) and high boost clock of 5.50 GHz help sustain high frame rates. The game's engine benefits from the 8 cores and 16 threads, but the measured results suggest that even at 1080p Low settings, where the CPU has the most influence, the system reaches 271 FPS average. The data does not show a scenario where the CPU bottlenecks the GPU, as frame rates scale consistently with resolution changes. The 32 MB L3 cache is adequate for the game's data demands, and the fast DDR5 memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s supports smooth data flow. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs, combined with its near-tie with the Intel Core i7-14700KF (delta -0.2%), confirms it has ample headroom for this title.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture (GA104 chip) using an 8 nm process at Samsung. It has 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operations units, along with 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1575 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, with memory running at 1188 MHz (19 Gbps effective). It features 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s. The card's FP32 performance is 21.75 TFLOPS, and it has a TDP of 290 W.

In benchmarks, the RTX 3070 Ti achieves a PassMark G3D score of 23356 and a GPU compute score of 11601. Its average benchmark score is 29945, placing it in the 75th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (avg score 29928, delta +0.1%), AMD Radeon RX 6800 (avg score 30095, delta -0.5%), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (avg score 29783, delta +0.5%), and AMD Radeon RX 6700 (avg score 30433, delta -1.6%). These deltas show the 3070 Ti is closely matched with these cards, trading blows within a 1.6% range.

For Doom, the GPU is the primary driver of performance, especially at higher resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game's textures, as evidenced by the measured FPS at 4K Ultra (57 FPS average) and 4K High (70 FPS average). The memory bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s is a key asset, allowing the card to feed the 256-bit bus efficiently. The boost clock of 1770 MHz, while not the highest in the class, is adequate for the game's demands. The GPU's 75th percentile ranking and its near-tie with the RTX 5070 Mobile (delta +0.1%) suggest it is a solid mid-to-high tier performer. However, the data shows that at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 57 FPS, indicating the GPU is near its limits with the most demanding settings, whereas the CPU has more headroom.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions, with the GPU becoming the limiting factor as resolution increases. At 1080p High, the system averages 200 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the average drops to 129 FPS, a 35.5% decrease. At 4K High, the average is 70 FPS, a further 45.7% drop from 1440p and a 65% drop from 1080p. This steep decline indicates the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the CPU's workload does not increase proportionally with pixel count.

For Low settings, the scaling is similar: 1080p Low averages 271 FPS, 1440p Low averages 176 FPS (a 35.1% drop), and 4K Low averages 95 FPS (a 46% drop from 1440p and a 64.9% drop from 1080p). The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU can handle the frame rates comfortably. At 1080p Low, the 271 FPS average is likely near the CPU's practical limit for this game, but the GPU is still able to keep up. At 4K Ultra, the 57 FPS average is a 79% drop from 1080p Ultra (163 FPS), which is a more significant reduction than the High settings, further confirming the GPU's role as the primary constraint.

The data shows that the CPU is not a limiting factor in this configuration. The 9700F's strong single-thread performance keeps pace with the GPU at all resolutions, as evidenced by the steady FPS scaling. The gap between 1080p and 4K is driven by the GPU's pixel processing capabilities, not the CPU. This is a balanced pairing, but the RTX 3070 Ti defines the performance ceiling.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance across three resolutions and four settings levels.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system delivers its highest frame rates:

• Low: 271 FPS average
• Medium: 236 FPS average, with min 201 FPS and max 272 FPS
• High: 200 FPS average
• Ultra: 163 FPS average

These numbers show a smooth progression, with a 39.9% drop from Low to Ultra (271 to 163 FPS). The Medium setting's min of 201 FPS indicates the system rarely dips below the 200 FPS threshold, providing a consistent experience.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), performance remains strong but drops noticeably:

• Low: 176 FPS average
• Medium: 153 FPS average, with min 130 FPS and max 176 FPS
• High: 129 FPS average
• Ultra: 106 FPS average

The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, averaging around 35%. The Medium setting's min of 130 FPS and max of 176 FPS show a wider variance, but the average remains playable. The Ultra setting at 106 FPS is still above the 100 FPS mark, indicating solid performance.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system's limits are more apparent:

• Low: 95 FPS average
• Medium: 83 FPS average, with min 70 FPS and max 95 FPS
• High: 70 FPS average
• Ultra: 57 FPS average

The 4K results show a 40% drop from 1440p, with the Ultra setting falling to 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium setting's min of 70 FPS and max of 95 FPS indicate that even at this resolution, the system stays above 70 FPS for most of the session. The Low setting at 95 FPS is the best 4K result, but the gap between Low and Ultra (95 to 57 FPS) is significant, representing a 40% performance loss for the highest visual quality.

The data shows a clear pattern: the system is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, but 4K Ultra requires compromises. For competitive play, the 1080p Low setting at 271 FPS is ideal, while for visual fidelity at 4K, the High setting at 70 FPS offers a balanced experience.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 999th out of 2930 tested combos for Doom. This places it in the 65.9th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the tested systems.

This ranking is notable given the individual component scores. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking suggest the combo should perform higher, but the rank of 999 indicates that Doom's performance is heavily dependent on the GPU, and the RTX 3070 Ti's position in the 75th percentile is the limiting factor. The near-tie with the RTX 5070 Mobile (delta +0.1%) and the RTX 2080 Ti (delta +0.5%) in GPU benchmarks places the 3070 Ti in a crowded field, and the 4K results (57 FPS at Ultra) show it cannot match the top-tier GPUs that likely occupy the higher ranks.

The rank of 999 out of 2930 suggests that while this combo is solid, there are many systems with more powerful GPUs or better-balanced pairings. The CPU's strong performance is somewhat underutilized in this game, as the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions. The data shows that the combo is well above average, but not in the top tier, which is consistent with the GPU's 75th percentile standing. For a 2016 game like Doom, this rank indicates the system is more than capable, but it is not exceptional compared to the full range of tested hardware.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1080p Low delivers the highest average FPS at 271, while 1440p High at 129 FPS offers a balance between visual quality and performance. For 4K, the High setting at 70 FPS average is the best option, as Ultra drops to 57 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is the primary limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K (e.g., 200 to 70 FPS at High settings) are consistent with GPU-bound performance, while the CPU's strong single-thread score of 4691 and high boost clock of 5.50 GHz prevent it from bottlenecking.

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

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 29945, which is nearly identical to the RTX 5070 Mobile (29928, delta +0.1%) and the RTX 2080 Ti (29783, delta +0.5%). It is slightly behind the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (30095, delta -0.5%) and RX 6700 (30433, delta -1.6%).

Q: What is the 4K Ultra performance, and is it playable?

A: At 4K Ultra, the system averages 57 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS threshold, so it is playable but may not be smooth for all users. The Medium setting at 83 FPS average provides a better 4K experience with higher frame rates.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Doom?

A: This combo ranks 999th out of 2930 tested combinations, placing it in the 65.9th percentile. It outperforms about two-thirds of tested systems, but the GPU's 75th percentile ranking limits its overall position.

Q: What is the CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 9700F has an average benchmark score of 69996, which is within 0.9% of its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% ahead of the Ryzen 9 7940HX, 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-14700KF, 0.7% ahead of the Ryzen 9 7950X, and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-14700K.