Doom

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a combination that is fundamentally constrained by its graphics processor in this title. The data indicates that the CPU provides substantial headroom, but the Arc B370, which ranks in the 5th percentile among all GPUs, determines the playable limits. The measured results show a system that is capable of smooth 1080p gameplay at medium settings, but which struggles to maintain playable frame rates as resolution and graphical demands increase.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a high-performance desktop processor built on the Alder Lake architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The processor has a 25 MB shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Its benchmark scores are robust, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28838 and a single-core score of 4071, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. This data positions the i7-12700KF far above the performance level required by most gaming workloads, including those in Doom.

In the context of this game, the CPU’s role is to feed frames to the GPU without becoming a bottleneck. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 96 FPS, which is the highest average recorded. This high frame rate is likely limited by the GPU’s maximum output rather than the CPU’s processing capability. The i7-12700KF’s 20 threads and high boost clock are more than adequate for the game’s engine, which can utilize multiple cores for physics, AI, and rendering tasks. The benchmark results, such as a Geekbench multi-core score of 14367, reinforce that the processor has ample computational power.

The CPU’s performance relative to its rivals further confirms its capability. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700T, has an average score of 35403, which is only 0.1% higher than the i7-12700KF’s 35365. The Intel Core i5-13600T is 0.2% higher, while the Intel Core 5 213PE is 0.2% lower. This indicates that the i7-12700KF is competitive with modern mid-range and lower-end desktop processors, and its performance is not a limiting factor in this system. The CPU’s high single-thread performance, evidenced by a Passmark single-thread score of 3984, ensures that even lightly threaded game logic is handled efficiently.

Ultimately, the CPU’s contribution to the measured FPS is indirect but supportive. It provides a stable platform that allows the GPU to reach its limits without stuttering or frame drops caused by processor lag. The data shows that the i7-12700KF is not the bottleneck in this configuration; instead, the Intel Arc B370’s limited processing power dictates the overall performance ceiling.

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

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this CPU and GPU combination?

A: The highest average frame rate is 96 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-12700KF compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700T?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700T has an average benchmark score of 35403, which is 0.1% higher than the i7-12700KF’s score of 35365. The difference is negligible, indicating nearly identical overall CPU performance.

Q: What is the combo’s ranking among all tested combinations in Doom?

A: The combination ranks 2696 out of 2930 tested combos, placing it in the lower portion of the database (approximately the 8th percentile).

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo, and at what settings?

A: The only minimum FPS values recorded are 25 FPS at 3840x2160 Medium settings, 46 FPS at 2560x1440 Medium settings, and 71 FPS at 1920x1080 Medium settings. These values match the average FPS of the next lower preset at each resolution.

Q: Does the Intel Arc B370 support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes, the Intel Arc B370 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, which are all compatible with Doom’s rendering requirements.

Q: What is the GPU’s benchmark percentile compared to other graphics cards?

A: The Intel Arc B370 is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, indicating that it performs worse than 95% of the graphics cards in the benchmark database.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear and dramatic decline as resolution increases, which strongly indicates that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component in this system. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 96 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same settings, the average FPS drops to 62, a reduction of approximately 35%. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 34 FPS, which is a 65% drop from the 1080p result.

This pattern holds across all settings presets. For example, with Medium settings, the FPS drops from 84 at 1080p to 54 at 1440p, and then to 29 at 4K. The scaling is not linear; the performance penalty becomes more severe at higher resolutions, which is typical of a GPU that is running out of pixel processing power. The Arc B370 has a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s, which are modest figures that become insufficient when rendering 4K output.

The data also shows that the CPU’s performance is not responsible for this drop. The i7-12700KF’s strong multi-threaded and single-threaded scores suggest it could easily maintain higher frame rates if the GPU were faster. The fact that the highest FPS is achieved at 1080p Low, where the CPU’s role is more significant, and the lowest FPS is at 4K Ultra, where the GPU’s role is dominant, confirms that the graphics card is the bottleneck. The GPU’s 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs and its low average benchmark score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad further corroborate this conclusion.

The resolution scaling suggests that users should prioritize lower resolutions to achieve playable frame rates. At 1080p, the system can deliver smooth performance at Medium settings, but at 1440p, only Low settings approach 60 FPS. At 4K, even Low settings fail to reach 35 FPS, making the game essentially unplayable at that resolution.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2696 out of 2930 tested combos in Doom. This places the combo in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a low-performing configuration for this game. The poor ranking is almost entirely attributable to the GPU, as the CPU’s own rankings are much higher. The i7-12700KF is in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Arc B370 is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs.

This disparity creates a significant imbalance in the system. The combo’s rank is 2696, which is far lower than what the CPU alone would suggest. For context, a system with a high-end GPU and the same CPU would likely rank in the top 10% of combos. The data indicates that the GPU is the primary reason for the low ranking, as it severely limits the overall frame output.

The GPU’s nearest rivals, such as the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, have an average score of 1186, which is 0.2% higher than the Arc B370’s 1184. This means the Arc B370 is comparable to graphics cards from over a decade ago, and its performance is not sufficient for modern gaming at high resolutions. The combo’s rank reflects this reality, showing that it is only suitable for low-demand settings or older games.

Users considering this combo should be aware that while the CPU is a strong component, the GPU’s weakness dominates the gaming experience. The combo’s rank in the 2696th position out of 2930 is a clear verdict: this is not a performance-oriented gaming setup.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset for this combo is Medium at 1920x1080 resolution. At these settings, the combo achieves an average of 84 FPS, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS. This provides a smooth and consistent gaming experience that is well above the 60 FPS threshold for most players, while still offering a balance between visual quality and performance.

At 1080p, the Low preset achieves 96 FPS, which is higher but at a significant visual quality cost. The Medium preset offers a better experience because it provides a moderate visual improvement while maintaining a frame rate that is still very playable. The High preset drops to 71 FPS, which is still acceptable, but the Medium preset’s 84 FPS average is a safer choice for maintaining frame stability during intense action.

At 2560x1440, the best option is the Low preset, which achieves 62 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 54 FPS, which is borderline playable, but the Low preset provides a more comfortable margin. The High preset at 46 FPS may be playable for some, but it is on the lower end of the acceptable range. At 3840x2160, no preset is recommended, as even the Low preset only achieves 34 FPS, which is below the 40 FPS minimum for a playable experience.

The data suggests that users should stick to 1080p for the best experience, with Medium settings providing the ideal balance. If a higher resolution is desired, 1440p with Low settings is the only viable option. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as it produces the lowest frame rates, including 20 FPS at 4K, which is unplayable.

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

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance across different resolutions and settings. All values are average FPS unless otherwise noted, with minimum and maximum values provided for Medium settings.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: 96 FPS average.
• Medium: 84 FPS average, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS.
• High: 71 FPS average.
• Ultra: 58 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the results are:

• Low: 62 FPS average.
• Medium: 54 FPS average, with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS.
• High: 46 FPS average.
• Ultra: 37 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the results are:

• Low: 34 FPS average.
• Medium: 29 FPS average, with a minimum of 25 FPS and a maximum of 34 FPS.
• High: 25 FPS average.
• Ultra: 20 FPS average.

These numbers show a consistent pattern: each increase in resolution or settings level results in a significant FPS reduction. The gap between Low and Ultra settings is particularly noticeable. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 38 FPS (96 vs 58). At 1440p, the difference is 25 FPS (62 vs 37). At 4K, the difference is 14 FPS (34 vs 20). This narrowing gap at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU is becoming fully saturated, and the impact of settings is reduced as the resolution itself becomes the primary bottleneck.

The minimum FPS values for Medium settings show that the frame rate can dip lower than the average, particularly at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the minimum is 71 FPS, which is still playable. At 1440p, the minimum is 46 FPS, which is on the edge of playability. At 4K, the minimum is 25 FPS, which is not playable. These minimums highlight the importance of choosing lower settings to maintain a consistent frame rate.