Doom

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers exceptional performance in Doom (2016), a title whose fast-paced action benefits greatly from high frame rates. The data indicates this combination is positioned in the top tier of tested systems, achieving a rank of 112 out of 1681 total combos. This places it comfortably within the 93rd percentile of all configurations tested for this game, demonstrating a strong synergy between the 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake CPU and the Ada Lovelace GPU. The benchmarks reveal that the system is capable of delivering a fluid experience even at 4K with maximum settings, while at lower resolutions it produces frame rates high enough to fully exploit high-refresh-rate displays.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination ranks 112th out of 1681 tested combos, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all systems benchmarked for this game.

Q: What is the best performance setting for 1080p gaming?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 379 FPS, but the Ultra preset still achieves a very high 240.9 FPS average, which is more than sufficient for a smooth experience on most displays.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields an average of 82.2 FPS, while the High preset improves this to 103.3 FPS, indicating that 4K gaming is viable with this hardware.

Q: How much faster is the 1440p Medium preset compared to the 1440p Ultra preset?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset averages 222.7 FPS, which is significantly higher than the Ultra preset's 157.4 FPS, representing a performance uplift of over 40%.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth, and how does it relate to performance?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has a memory bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s from its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus. This high bandwidth is crucial for feeding the GPU's 10240 shading units at high resolutions.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at any tested resolution?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor. The system's frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, indicating the GPU is the primary performance driver. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21279 shows it has significant headroom.

How This Combo Ranks

The data positions this CPU-GPU pairing as a high-end performer within the comprehensive benchmark database. With a combo rank of 112 out of 1681, the system outperforms roughly 93% of all other tested combinations in Doom. This is a strong result, reflecting the balance between the Core i5-13400F's robust multi-threaded capabilities and the RTX 4080 SUPER's raw graphical power.

Looking at the individual components, the CPU's average benchmark score of 25236 places it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with rivals like the Intel Core i7-13620H (0.1% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (0.5% behind) showing it is a very competitive mid-range processor. The GPU, with an average score of 53610, sits in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, is only 0.2% behind, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti trails by 2.9%. This combination of a high-percentile GPU and a solidly performing CPU results in a top-tier game ranking, indicating that the system is well-balanced for this specific title.

The implication is that the overall system performance for Doom is not dragged down by either component. The CPU provides ample compute for the game's engine, while the GPU is able to push frame rates to their limits. The 0.1% to 2.9% deltas between the GPU and its nearest rivals are marginal, meaning the RTX 4080 SUPER's performance is consistent with its closest competitors, but the overall combo rank is elevated by the CPU's strong showing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the primary driver of the high frame rates observed in Doom. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory, operating at 23 Gbps effective, provides a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. This is a critical specification for high-resolution gaming, as it allows the GPU to quickly access the large textures and assets required for 4K rendering without causing a memory bottleneck.

The GPU's core configuration includes 10240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 render output units. These are clocked with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2550 MHz. The high boost clock is indicative of the card's ability to sustain demanding workloads. The data shows that these specifications are more than sufficient for Doom, as the performance at 4K with High settings is 103.3 FPS, a figure that many systems fail to reach.

The GPU's role becomes more dominant as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU can feed the GPU fast enough to achieve 379 FPS on Low settings, but the GPU still manages 240.9 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1080p to 4K is not linear, but the RTX 4080 SUPER maintains playable frame rates throughout. The GPU's 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and its DirectX 12 Ultimate API support ensure it is fully capable of handling the game's rendering requirements. The card's 80 RT cores and 320 Tensor cores, while not heavily utilized in this 2016 title, contribute to its overall architectural prowess. The data confirms that the RTX 4080 SUPER is not a limiting factor at any tested resolution, with the 4K Ultra result of 82.2 FPS being the only point where it dips below the 100 FPS mark.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the user's display resolution and refresh rate. For players with a standard 60 Hz 4K display, the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 provides an average of 82.2 FPS, which is comfortably above the refresh rate threshold and offers the best visual fidelity. However, for those with high-refresh-rate 4K panels (120 Hz or higher), the High preset, yielding 103.3 FPS, is the better choice to get closer to that target without a significant visual compromise.

At 2560x1440, the system has substantial headroom. The High preset delivers 188.5 FPS, which is ideal for 144 Hz monitors. Even the Ultra preset, with an average of 157.4 FPS, is sufficient for most high-refresh-rate displays. The data suggests that at 1440p, players can confidently use the Ultra preset and still enjoy a very smooth experience. The Medium preset's 222.7 FPS is a significant jump, but the visual trade-off from Ultra may not be worth it for most users.

For 1920x1080, the situation is about raw speed. The Ultra preset's 240.9 FPS is already an outstanding result, perfect for 240 Hz esports monitors. The Medium preset at 350.4 FPS and Low at 379 FPS are extremely high, but these settings are only recommended for competitive players who prioritize frame rate over all visual details. For the vast majority of players at 1080p, the Ultra preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, ensuring a buttery-smooth experience that far exceeds the capabilities of typical displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the frame rates scale predictably with the graphics preset. The Low preset averages 140.1 FPS, which is a strong result for 4K. Moving up to Medium reduces the average to 124.3 FPS. The High preset is the most balanced for 4K, with an average of 103.3 FPS, while the Ultra preset, which maximizes visual fidelity, still maintains a respectable 82.2 FPS average. This shows a performance drop of roughly 41% from Low to Ultra at 4K, but all presets remain playable.

At 2560x1440, performance is exceptionally high. The Low preset yields an average of 259 FPS, providing an incredibly responsive experience. The Medium preset follows with 222.7 FPS, and High is close behind at 188.5 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset achieves an average of 157.4 FPS. The data indicates that at this resolution, the RTX 4080 SUPER is powerful enough to handle any preset with ease, making 1440p the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate gaming with maximum quality.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are astronomical. The Low preset produces a staggering 379 FPS average. Medium and High presets are also exceptionally high, with 350.4 and 295.6 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset, while the lowest of the group, still achieves an impressive 240.9 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a performance cost of about 36%, but the absolute numbers mean that even the heaviest settings are limited more by the display's refresh rate than the system's capabilities. This confirms that the combination is overkill for 1080p, providing performance far beyond what is necessary for a smooth visual experience.