Doom

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 produces a robust experience in Doom, landing at rank 2001 out of 3712 tested combos. This places the configuration in the 54th percentile of all tested hardware pairings, a solidly mid-upper tier result that reflects a balanced system rather than an extreme outlier. The data shows the combo is capable of high frame rates across all settings, but the pattern of results reveals a system that leans more heavily on the GPU at higher resolutions while the CPU provides ample headroom at 1080p. The measured FPS numbers indicate a platform that excels at high-refresh 1080p gaming, remains very playable at 1440p, and can even approach playable 4K with the right settings, making this a versatile pairing for the 2016 shooter.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Core i5-14400F and the RTX 4060 secures position 2001 out of 3,712 tested combos in Doom. This places the hardware squarely in the middle of the pack, a strong showing for a system that pairs a mid-range CPU with a mainstream GPU. The data shows a meaningful gap between this pairing and the top-tier configurations, which are likely dominated by flagship processors and high-end graphics cards, but it also demonstrates a significant step above the lower quartile of tested systems.

Interpreting the CPU's contribution, the i5-14400F ranks at the 83rd percentile against all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 32,279 places it in a tight cluster with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, which scores 32,233, and the Intel Core i9-11900, scoring 32,226. The data shows the i5-14400F is just 0.1% ahead of the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and 0.2% ahead of the Core i9-11900. It also slightly trails the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS by 0.2%. These minute deltas indicate that the i5-14400F's processing power is essentially equivalent to these other parts, suggesting that in CPU-bound scenarios, the system will perform on par with any of these alternatives.

On the graphics side, the RTX 4060 sits at the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 17,639 puts it in a peculiar position among its nearest rivals. The data shows it is 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon 780M. This is an unusual grouping, as the Radeon HD 7790 is a legacy part, while the Radeon 780M is an integrated graphics solution. The 4060's position among these rivals, with deltas of -0.2% and +0.3%, suggests that its raw compute benchmark scores are comparable to these very different classes of hardware, but its performance in Doom, as seen in the measured FPS, is clearly superior, highlighting the importance of game-specific optimization and architecture.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Doom?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 2001st out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle range of all tested systems.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-14400F's average benchmark score of 32,279 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900, and 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4060 and its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4060's average score is 17,639. It trails the AMD Radeon HD 7790 by 0.2% and is 0.3% faster than the AMD Radeon 780M, indicating a tight cluster in raw compute benchmarks.

Q: What are the best and worst average FPS results recorded for this combo?

A: The best average FPS is 228 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The lowest average FPS is 48 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Is this combo capable of running Doom at 4K?

A: Yes, it is playable. At 3840x2160 with High settings, it achieves an average of 59 FPS. With Medium settings, it reaches 70 FPS, and with Low settings, it averages 80 FPS.

Q: Which component is more likely to be the bottleneck at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the frame rates are very high, and the gap between Low (228 FPS) and Ultra (137 FPS) is substantial, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor as settings and resolution are increased.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this configuration, and its memory configuration and clock speeds are critical to understanding the measured results. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. This amount of memory is sufficient for the game's textures at all tested settings, but it is not the most critical factor for the frame rates observed.

The card operates with a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz. The boost clock is particularly relevant, as the GPU will sustain this higher frequency under load, directly contributing to the fill rates. The card's pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 236.2 GTexel/s. These figures, along with the 48 ROPs and 96 TMUs, dictate how efficiently the GPU can process the geometry and textures in Doom. The data suggests that this combination of clocks and memory is well-suited for the game's engine, as the measured FPS scales predictably with resolution.

The RTX 4060's position in the GPU hierarchy, at the 61st percentile, is reflected in the fact that it can handle 4K resolution, but with compromises. The data shows the GPU's average benchmark score is 62,639, which is a substantial number, but it is the game-specific data that reveals the true capability. The shift from 137 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 48 FPS at 4K Ultra shows a performance drop that is not linear, indicating a strong reliance on the GPU's core processing at higher resolutions. The 8 GB of VRAM is not shown to be a limiting factor in these tests, as the frame rates remain high even at 1440p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance. With Low settings, it averages 228 FPS, and with Medium settings, it achieves 198 FPS. High settings still deliver a very high 167 FPS average, while Ultra settings produce 137 FPS. These numbers indicate that the combo is more than capable of driving a high-refresh-rate monitor at 1080p, with even the most demanding settings staying well above the 100 FPS mark.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The average FPS at Low settings is 147, at Medium is 128, at High is 108, and at Ultra it drops to 89. This shows a clear and expected step down from 1080p, but all settings remain playable, with Ultra still offering a smooth experience. The 1440p resolution proves to be a sweet spot for this hardware, balancing visual fidelity and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become more apparent. The average FPS at Low is 80, which is playable, and at Medium it is 70. However, the High setting yields 59 FPS, which is at the edge of smoothness, and Ultra dips to 48 FPS, which is not ideal for a fast-paced FPS. The data shows a consistent trend of performance decreasing as resolution and settings increase, with the biggest drop occurring between High and Ultra at 4K, where the average FPS falls by 11 points.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K provides a detailed look at the system's balance. At 1080p, the average FPS across all settings is 182.5. When moving to 1440p, the average across all settings drops to 118, which is a 35% decrease. This is a substantial drop, but the system is still delivering high frame rates. The final step to 4K sees the average FPS fall to 64.25, which is a 45.5% decrease from 1440p and a 64.8% decrease from 1080p.

The scaling pattern is more pronounced at the highest settings. From 1080p to 4K, the FPS at Ultra drops from 137 to 48, a reduction of 65%. At Low settings, the drop is from 228 to 80, a reduction of 65%. This consistent scaling pattern across all settings indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The CPU is not bottlenecking the system, as the FPS scales with the pixel count and the GPU's workload. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would not scale so dramatically with resolution, especially at 4K, where the GPU is under maximum load. This data shows a system that is well-balanced, with the GPU being the main driver of the FPS changes as resolution increases.

Settings Recommendations

For a high-refresh-rate 1080p experience, the data suggests that any of the settings will provide a smooth experience. The Ultra setting, with an average of 137 FPS, is the best choice for players who prioritize visual quality without sacrificing performance. The High and Medium settings offer even higher frame rates for those with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors, but the difference in visuals may not be significant enough to justify the lower FPS for some players.

At 1440p, the Ultra setting provides an average of 89 FPS, which is a solid experience for most players. The High setting at 108 FPS is a better option for those who want to ensure a more stable frame rate, and the difference between High and Ultra is a common trade-off. The Medium setting at 128 FPS is also a great choice for the fastest and most responsive experience.

For 4K gaming, the options are more constrained. The Low and Medium settings, with averages of 80 and 70 FPS respectively, provide the best balance of playability and visual fidelity. The High setting at 59 FPS is right at the edge of smoothness and can be considered if the player is comfortable with a slightly less stable frame rate. The Ultra setting at 48 FPS is not recommended for a game like Doom, where fast movement and precise aiming are crucial, as the frame rate is too low for a competitive advantage.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The processor is a Raptor Lake Refresh part, manufactured on a 10 nm process, and it has a 20 MB shared L3 cache. This configuration is more than sufficient for Doom, which is a game that is not heavily dependent on multi-core processing. The game's engine is known for being efficient, and the i5-14400F's strong single-core performance is a significant asset.

The CPU's benchmark scores indicate its capability. Its single-core Cinebench R23 score is 3055, and its multi-core score is 21,645. In Geekbench, it scores 2058 in single-core and 11,268 in multi-core. These scores place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, and its performance is very close to its rivals, as the deltas are less than 1% in all cases. The CPU is a high-end performer, but the data from the game shows that it is not a limiting factor.

The measured FPS data confirms this. The 4K performance, where the GPU is the bottleneck, still shows a drop of only 11 FPS between the High and Ultra settings. At 1080p, the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU, as the GPU is still the bottleneck, which is evidenced by the fact that the FPS scales with the resolution. The i5-14400F's ability to handle the game's engine with its 16 threads ensures there are no frame-time spikes that would cause stuttering, and its high boost clock of 4.70 GHz ensures that the game's single-threaded tasks are executed quickly, contributing to the high frame rates observed in the benchmark.