Doom

The Intel Core i5-14600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers exceptional performance in Doom, placing 179th out of 1,681 tested combinations. This top 11% ranking reflects a system that is heavily overqualified for a game from 2016, positioning it far ahead of the vast majority of hardware configurations. The data suggests this combo is not about scraping by at minimum settings, but rather about dominating the game at maximum fidelity and high refresh rates, a conclusion supported by the measured framerates across all resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 179 out of 1,681 tested combinations places it in the 89th percentile of all system pairings. This is a dominant position, indicating that the i5-14600KF and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination is far more powerful than what a typical Doom setup requires. The ranking is not merely a product of the GPU; the CPU’s 93rd percentile score against all CPUs demonstrates that the processor is also a top-tier component, preventing any potential bottleneck. The data implies that this system is built for future titles or extremely high-refresh-rate displays, as it has substantial headroom in this particular game. The GPU’s 86th percentile score against all GPUs further confirms that the graphics card is a high-end part, but the CPU’s slightly higher relative standing suggests that the processor is the more exceptional component in this pairing.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14600KF compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-14600KF has an average benchmark score of 49,367. This is 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600K (49,166) and 0.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X (49,062). It is also 1.4% above the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (48,698), but trails the AMD EPYC 4345P by 0.5% (49,595).

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and its closest rivals?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s average benchmark score is 48,704. It is 1.6% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A2000 (47,915) and 2% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47,743). It is 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA CMP 50HX (49,071) and 2.1% slower than the Intel Arc A550M (49,737).

Q: What are the core and clock specifications of the i5-14600KF?

A: The i5-14600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. It has 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache per core.

Q: What are the memory and clock specifications of the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 2340 MHz with a boost clock of 2610 MHz.

Q: Does the system achieve higher framerates at 1440p or 1080p?

A: The data shows that framerates increase as resolution decreases. At 1440p High, the average FPS is 178.8, which is significantly lower than the 271.7 FPS achieved at 1080p High. The lowest framerate at 1080p Low is 368.4 FPS, which is higher than any 1440p result.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 223.1 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 146.8 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 76.3 FPS. This represents a 65.8% drop in performance from 1080p to 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable and steep decline in performance as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound workload at higher resolutions. Moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings, the average framerate drops from 271.7 FPS to 178.8 FPS, a reduction of 34.2%. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more severe, with the High preset falling from 178.8 FPS to 98.5 FPS, a 44.9% decrease. This indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed the graphics card. At 1080p, the extremely high framerates (368.4 FPS on Low) suggest that the system is heavily CPU-limited, as the GPU is capable of rendering frames far faster than the processor can issue draw calls. The transition point appears to be between 1080p and 1440p, where the load shifts from being CPU-bound to GPU-bound. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as even the Low preset (130.2 FPS) cannot match the 1080p High result.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional framerates: 368.4 FPS on Low, 321.7 FPS on Medium, 271.7 FPS on High, and 223.1 FPS on Ultra. These numbers indicate that the combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors (240Hz+) with ease, even at the highest quality settings. Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive but drops accordingly: 243.1 FPS on Low, 207.4 FPS on Medium, 178.8 FPS on High, and 146.8 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, the system still delivers playable framerates: 130.2 FPS on Low, 110.7 FPS on Medium, 98.5 FPS on High, and 76.3 FPS on Ultra. The data shows a consistent scaling pattern, with the Ultra preset always being the most demanding, followed by High, Medium, and Low. The gap between Low and Ultra is significant: at 1080p, it is 145.3 FPS, while at 4K, it narrows to 53.9 FPS, which further confirms the GPU-bound nature of higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600KF is a formidable processor by any measure, and its specifications suggest it is more than capable of handling Doom’s CPU demands. With 14 cores and 20 threads, it provides substantial multi-threaded capacity, which is reflected in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,889. Its single-core performance is equally strong, with a Cinebench R23 score of 4,643 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2,778. The high boost clock of 5.30 GHz is particularly relevant for a game like Doom, which relies heavily on single-thread performance for game logic and physics. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system reaches 368.4 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s limit. This is supported by the fact that the CPU’s percentile rank (93rd) is higher than the GPU’s (86th), indicating that the processor is the stronger component relative to its peers. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache also helps reduce memory latency, which can be critical for maintaining high framerates in fast-paced action. The CPU is not the bottleneck at any resolution, but at 1080p, it is the primary limiter preventing even higher framerates.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the gaming experience. For players with a 1080p 240Hz monitor, the High preset at 271.7 FPS is the sweet spot, offering a balance of visual quality and performance that exceeds even the highest refresh rates. The Ultra preset at 223.1 FPS is also viable, but the marginal visual gain may not be worth the 48.6 FPS loss. For 1440p users with a 165Hz display, the High preset at 178.8 FPS is the best choice, as it comfortably exceeds the monitor’s refresh rate while maintaining high visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 207.4 FPS is an option for those seeking even higher framerates, but the drop to High is more significant. At 4K, the situation changes. For a 60Hz display, the High preset at 98.5 FPS is ideal, providing well over 60 FPS with excellent visuals. The Ultra preset at 76.3 FPS is still playable and would be the choice for those prioritizing image quality over raw performance. The Low preset offers a massive FPS boost at all resolutions, but the visual compromise is substantial, making it only advisable for competitive play at 1080p where the 368.4 FPS could provide a slight edge.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, and its specifications explain its behavior. With 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 256-bit bus, it offers 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for Doom’s textures and effects at 4K. The GPU’s 8448 shading units and 264 texture mapping units provide the raw compute power needed to maintain high framerates. The boost clock of 2610 MHz is the highest operational frequency, and the data suggests it is being utilized effectively. The GPU’s 86th percentile ranking against all GPUs places it below the CPU in relative strength, which is why the system becomes GPU-bound as resolution increases. The 44.10 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a theoretical peak, but the measured results show that at 4K Ultra, the system can only manage 76.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU is fully utilized. The 2% performance deficit compared to the Intel Arc A550M in synthetic benchmarks is interesting, but it does not translate to real-world gaming, where the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER dominates. The GPU’s 16 GB of VRAM is more than sufficient for this title, and even at 4K Ultra, there is no indication of memory limitations, as the framerates are consistently smooth across all presets. The GPU’s role is clear: it is the bottleneck at 4K, but it is so powerful that it still delivers a high-quality 4K experience.