Doom

The Intel Core i5-14400F pairs a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake design with a 4.70 GHz boost clock and a 65 W TDP. Its 20 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support are standard for the platform, and the 10 nm process node keeps power in check. In this 2016 release, the CPU’s role is more about maintaining a high floor than pushing the ceiling. The benchmark data shows the combo achieving 282 FPS at 1080p High, which suggests the processor is never the bottleneck at lower resolutions. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21914 and single-core score of 3093 place the chip in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it has ample headroom for the game’s engine. The PassMark single-thread score of 3723 reinforces that the i5-14400F can feed the GPU efficiently, even when frame rates climb past 300 FPS at 1080p Low. At 4K, however, the CPU’s influence wanes; the 97.6 FPS at 4K High is nearly identical to what the GPU can deliver on its own, indicating a shift in the bottleneck. The data implies that the i5-14400F is a strong match for this title, but its performance is only fully utilized at lower graphical presets where the GPU isn’t saturated.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14400F compare to its closest rivals in overall benchmark scores?

A: The i5-14400F’s average benchmark score is 32508, which is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-12800H (32513, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (32446, 0.2% delta). It sits just 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (32584) and Intel Core i7-13705H (32586). This indicates the CPU’s raw processing power is on par with those mobile and desktop parts, making it a mid-pack performer in its immediate bracket.

Q: What is the combo’s ranking among all tested CPU-GPU pairings for this game?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 142nd out of 1681 tested combos in Doom. This places it in the top 8.5% of all configurations, showing that this pairing is highly effective for this specific title, even if it isn’t the absolute top-tier setup.

Q: Does the RTX 5070 Ti’s performance align with its GPU benchmark percentile?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti sits in the 87th percentile of all GPUs based on its average benchmark score of 52086. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with a delta of 0%, meaning they perform essentially identically in synthetic tests. In Doom, this translates to the measured FPS, which are high but not record-breaking, consistent with a top-15% GPU.

Q: What is the FPS difference between 1080p and 4K at High settings?

A: At 1080p High, the combo delivers 282 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 182.8 FPS, and at 4K High it falls further to 97.6 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 4K is a 65.4% reduction in frame rate, which is a substantial scaling loss that highlights the GPU’s workload increasing with resolution.

Q: Which settings preset yields the highest average FPS at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the Low preset achieves the highest average FPS at 249.1. The Medium preset follows closely at 215.2 FPS, while High and Ultra produce 182.8 FPS and 150.5 FPS, respectively. The gap between Low and Ultra is 98.6 FPS, showing a clear performance tier structure.

Q: Is the CPU’s single-core performance sufficient for high-refresh-rate gaming?

A: The data suggests yes. With a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3093 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3723, the i5-14400F is well-equipped for gaming workloads. The 383.1 FPS result at 1080p Low demonstrates that the CPU can sustain very high frame rates without becoming the limiting factor, as this scenario is typically CPU-bound.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 142 out of 1681 tested configurations places it firmly in the upper echelon of Doom performance. This is a strong result, indicating that the i5-14400F and RTX 5070 Ti work well together for this game. The ranking suggests that only a small fraction of tested pairings—roughly 8%—can outperform this setup. However, the data also reveals that the combo is not at the absolute peak, meaning there are other CPUs or GPUs that can push higher frame rates. The 87th percentile GPU and 88th percentile CPU individually align with the overall combo rank, showing a balanced pairing. The rank implies that while this is a high-performing system, it doesn’t break new ground; it sits comfortably within the top tier without being the definitive best. For a game like Doom, which is known for its scalability, this rank reflects a configuration that can handle any preset or resolution without compromise, though the highest refresh rates at 4K will require dropping settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the RTX 5070 Ti and i5-14400F deliver exceptional performance. The Low preset hits 383.1 FPS, while Medium reaches 335.3 FPS, and High produces 282 FPS. Even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a smooth 230.4 FPS, which is more than enough for competitive play on high-refresh-rate monitors. Moving to 1440p, the frame rates scale down predictably: Low yields 249.1 FPS, Medium 215.2 FPS, High 182.8 FPS, and Ultra 150.5 FPS. These numbers remain well above the 144 Hz threshold, making this resolution a sweet spot for high-refresh gaming with maxed-out settings. At 4K, the GPU begins to feel the pressure. The Low preset still manages 135 FPS, but Medium drops to 117.4 FPS, High to 97.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 82 FPS. While these are playable, they require a 60 Hz or 120 Hz display to fully utilize the frame rate. The progression from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent performance degradation, with each resolution step costing roughly 35-40% of the previous frame rate at the same settings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic, but the pattern reveals important information about the system’s bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 383.1 FPS, but at 4K Low, it falls to 135 FPS—a 64.8% reduction. The same trend holds at High settings: 282 FPS at 1080p drops to 97.6 FPS at 4K, a 65.4% decrease. This consistent scaling pattern across settings indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The i5-14400F’s performance is strong enough that it doesn’t constrain the system until frame rates reach extreme values, which only happens at 1080p Low. The data shows that the GPU’s workload scales with pixel count, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant. As a result, the system transitions from CPU-bound at 1080p Low (where the CPU is pushing 383 FPS) to GPU-bound at 4K (where the GPU’s rendering capabilities cap the frame rate). The 4K Ultra result of 82 FPS suggests that the GPU is fully utilized, while the CPU likely has headroom to spare. This makes the combo versatile for different monitor resolutions, but it also means that users targeting 4K will see the GPU become the bottleneck sooner than the CPU.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the measured rows suggest that the Medium preset at 1440p offers an optimal balance. The 215.2 FPS at Medium is 18% higher than High’s 182.8 FPS, and the visual difference between Medium and High in a fast-paced shooter is often minimal compared to the frame rate gain. At 1080p, the High preset at 282 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides excellent visual quality while still delivering frame rates far beyond what most displays can show. The Ultra preset at 1080p produces 230.4 FPS, which is still excellent, but the performance cost of 51.6 FPS over High may not be worth the marginal visual upgrade. At 4K, the High preset’s 97.6 FPS is the sweet spot for a 60 Hz or 100 Hz display, as it maintains solid visual fidelity without the steep drop to 82 FPS seen at Ultra. The Low preset at 4K (135 FPS) is only recommended for users with a 120 Hz or 144 Hz 4K display who prioritize frame rate over graphics. Across all resolutions, the data indicates that Medium and High presets offer the best FPS-to-visual-quality ratio, with Low being unnecessarily restrictive and Ultra providing diminishing returns.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the clear driver of performance in this pairing. With 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, the GPU has ample bandwidth (896.0 GB/s) and capacity for Doom’s textures and effects at any resolution. The 5 nm Blackwell chip, with its 45,600 million transistors, delivers 43.94 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, which is more than sufficient for this 2016 engine. The 2452 MHz boost clock and 8960 shading units work together to produce the high frame rates seen in the measured data. At 4K Ultra, the GPU’s 82 FPS result shows its limits, but this is still a playable experience. The GPU’s 87th percentile ranking and its direct tie with the RTX 4080 in average benchmark score (52086 vs 52085, 0% delta) confirm that it is a high-end part. The 300 W TDP and 700 W suggested PSU indicate the power requirements, but the performance justifies the consumption. The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s is crucial for high-resolution textures, and the 16 GB capacity ensures no VRAM limitations at 4K. The data shows that the RTX 5070 Ti is the workhorse of this combo, with the CPU providing sufficient support to let the GPU reach its full potential in most scenarios.