Doom

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a study in asymmetrical capability when applied to the 2016 title Doom. The data indicates a combination where the GPU’s raw throughput is the primary driver of frame rates, while the CPU’s four physical cores provide sufficient, though not excessive, headroom for the game’s engine. This pairing ranks 446th out of 3712 tested combos in the database for this specific game, placing it in the top 12% of all configurations tested. The benchmark results show that this is a high-performance setup capable of delivering excellent frame rates across all tested resolutions, but the scaling patterns reveal distinct bottlenecks that vary depending on the resolution and settings preset.

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

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, utilizing a 10 nm process. Its base clock is 3.30 GHz, which can boost up to 4.30 GHz. The processor features 12 MB of shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory. While its multi-threaded performance is modest—evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11860 and a Geekbench multicore score of 7252—its single-thread performance is comparatively strong, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1674 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 893.

In the context of Doom, which was released in 2016 and is not known for heavily threading across many cores, the i3-12100F’s architecture is well-suited. The game's engine benefits more from high single-core throughput than from an abundance of cores. The processor’s 8 threads ensure that background tasks and the game’s primary thread have dedicated resources, preventing stutter. The 3DMark 4-thread score of 2859 and the 8-thread score of 4026 indicate that the processor's performance scales well up to its physical core count, which aligns with the demands of a game of this era. The data suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at lower resolutions, but its role becomes more defined as the resolution increases and the GPU workload changes.

The processor’s performance relative to other CPUs is captured by its 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13494. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355, which scores nearly identically, and the Intel Core i5-9500, which trails by a mere 0.3%. This indicates the i3-12100F offers computational power that is competitive with older mid-range six-core processors, which is sufficient for driving a high-end GPU in a game like Doom.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution to play at for the highest frame rates?

A: The data shows that the highest average frame rate is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, hitting 360 FPS. As resolution increases, the average frame rate decreases, with 2560x1440 on Low yielding 240 FPS and 3840x2160 on Low yielding 130 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival in performance?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. Its closest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, has an average score of 13492, a difference of 0%. Another close rival, the Intel Core i5-9500, scores 13452, which is 0.3% lower.

Q: What is the performance impact of the Ultra preset compared to High?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 223 FPS, which is 50 FPS lower than the High preset's 273 FPS. At 2560x1440, the gap is 33 FPS (144 vs 177), and at 3840x2160, the gap is 18 FPS (78 vs 96).

Q: Is the GPU's performance consistent with its benchmarks?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 31087, placing it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, scores 31206, which is 0.4% higher, indicating the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is performing as expected for its class.

Q: What is the difference in frame rates between Medium and High settings?

A: Across all resolutions, the Medium preset provides a higher average frame rate than High. At 1920x1080, Medium averages 323 FPS versus 273 FPS for High. At 2560x1440, the difference is 32 FPS (209 vs 177), and at 3840x2160, it is 17 FPS (113 vs 96).

Q: Does the combo rank highly among all tested configurations?

A: Yes, this specific CPU and GPU combo ranks 446th out of 3712 tested combinations for Doom, placing it in the top 12% of all configurations in the database.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The database places this specific configuration—the Intel Core i3-12100F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER—at rank 446 out of 3712 tested combos for Doom. This ranking is a strong indicator of overall system balance for this title. While it is not among the absolute top-tier configurations, which typically pair the highest-end CPUs with the fastest GPUs, it sits comfortably in the upper echelon. The ranking suggests that the combination of a mid-range quad-core CPU with a high-end GPU is a viable and effective pairing for this game, delivering performance that outpaces the vast majority of systems tested.

The percentile data for the individual components supports this ranking. The CPU is in the 68th percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. When combined, the system achieves a rank that is higher than either component's individual percentile, which implies that the GPU is not being severely bottlenecked by the CPU in this particular game. The performance is greater than the sum of its parts, indicating that the i3-12100F’s strong single-thread performance is well-matched to the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s capabilities in a game that is not heavily multi-threaded.

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

The measured frame rates for this combo show a clear hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptionally high. The Low preset achieves an average of 360 FPS. The Medium preset averages 323 FPS, with a minimum of 275 and a maximum of 372. The High preset averages 273 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 223 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is primarily GPU-limited, as even the most demanding preset produces frame rates well beyond the refresh rate of most monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high but show a noticeable decrease. The Low preset averages 240 FPS. The Medium preset averages 209 FPS, with a minimum of 178 and a maximum of 240. The High preset averages 177 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 144 FPS. The data shows that the drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, but the system still delivers a highly playable experience at all settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance is still robust but the demands of 4K resolution are evident. The Low preset averages 130 FPS. The Medium preset averages 113 FPS, with a minimum of 96 and a maximum of 130. The High preset averages 96 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 78 FPS. The data shows that the system can handle 4K gaming, but the Ultra preset dips close to the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that users with high-refresh-rate 4K displays would need to adjust settings for optimal smoothness.

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

The scaling from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 reveals the nature of the system's bottleneck. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 273 FPS at 1080p to 177 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 35%. Moving to 4K, the frame rate drops to 96 FPS, which is a further 46% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep decline is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. As the resolution increases, the pixel fill rate and shading workload on the GPU increase dramatically, which directly impacts the frame rate.

The performance at Low settings follows a similar pattern. The frame rate drops from 360 FPS at 1080p to 240 FPS at 1440p (a 33% reduction) and then to 130 FPS at 4K (a 46% reduction from 1440p). The consistency of these percentage drops across different settings indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at all resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain more constant as resolution increased, because the CPU workload would not change significantly with resolution. The data shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern with resolution, confirming that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s rendering capabilities are the determinant of performance in this game.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For users with a 1920x1080 display, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice. With an average of 223 FPS, it provides a high-fidelity experience while still maintaining frame rates far above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on modern monitors. The High preset offers a marginal improvement in speed (273 FPS) at the cost of visual quality, but the Ultra preset’s performance is so high that the visual upgrade is worth the trade-off. The Medium preset, at 323 FPS, only becomes relevant for competitive players using 360 Hz monitors who prioritize maximum frame rate over image quality.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the sweet spot. Its average of 177 FPS is sufficient for high-refresh-rate gaming, providing a smooth experience without sacrificing significant visual fidelity. The Ultra preset, at 144 FPS, is also a viable option for those who prefer maximum quality, as it still delivers frame rates above 144 Hz. The Medium preset, at 209 FPS, is a good alternative for players who want a higher frame rate buffer, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often noticeable.

For 4K gaming at 3840x2160, the High preset is the most balanced recommendation, averaging 96 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on 60 Hz displays and is playable on 120 Hz displays. The Ultra preset, at 78 FPS, is acceptable but may exhibit slight dips in demanding scenes. The Medium preset, at 113 FPS, is the better option for 120 Hz 4K displays, offering a higher frame rate with a moderate reduction in graphical detail compared to High.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the dominant component in this configuration. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. Its boost clock is 2610 MHz, and it is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm process. With 8448 shading units and 66 RT cores, it is a high-end GPU designed for demanding workloads. The GPU also supports DirectX 12 Ultimate and Vulkan 1.4, which are relevant for a game like Doom that can utilize modern APIs.

In Doom, the GPU’s role is to render the fast-paced action and detailed environments. The benchmark results show that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, as the frame rates scale directly with resolution. The GPU’s high pixel rate of 250.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 689.0 GTexel/s are more than sufficient to handle the game’s visual demands. The 16 GB of VRAM is also ample for this title, which does not have particularly high memory requirements, ensuring that there is no texture thrashing or loading stutter.

The GPU’s performance is consistent with its benchmark scores. It ranks in the 76th percentile of all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 31087 is close to that of its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, which scores 31206, a difference of -0.4%. The data indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is performing as expected, delivering the high frame rates seen in the measured results. The GPU’s capabilities are the reason why the system can achieve over 100 FPS at 4K and over 350 FPS at 1080p, making it the clear bottleneck-relieving powerhouse in this pairing.