Doom

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 137th out of 1681 tested combos in Doom, placing it in the top 8.2% of all configurations. This is a dominant position, indicating the pairing is exceptionally well-suited to this title. The rank reflects a system that can push very high frame rates across all resolutions and settings, with the GPU and CPU working in concert to avoid significant bottlenecks. The data shows this combo sits comfortably ahead of the vast majority of tested systems, making it a top-tier choice for Doom performance. The delta between this combo and the field is substantial, with only a small fraction of configurations able to match its output.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the primary driver of Doom's visual output, and its specifications align strongly with the measured results. It features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is ample for Doom, even at the highest settings and resolutions. The GPU's core clocks, with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2452 MHz, are high enough to sustain the frame rates observed. The card's raw compute capabilities, including 43.94 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, provide the shader throughput necessary for the game's effects. The RTX 5070 Ti also carries 70 RT cores and 280 Tensor cores, though Doom's traditional rendering path primarily uses the standard shader units. The GPU's benchmark scores reinforce its strength: it holds an 87th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 52086. This places it in a near-identical performance bracket to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which has a delta of 0.0%. This direct comparison shows the 5070 Ti is a high-end performer, fully capable of handling the demands of Doom.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern as resolution increases, highlighting the growing importance of the GPU. At 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, reaching 383.3 FPS on Low settings. This suggests that at this resolution, the CPU is often the limiting factor, as the GPU has ample headroom to render frames far faster than the processor can feed it. Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain very high but show a noticeable drop, with Low settings producing 251.4 FPS. This indicates the load is shifting more towards the GPU. At 4K, the scaling becomes more pronounced; the same Low settings produce 133.8 FPS, a drop of 46.8% from 1080p. This significant reduction confirms that at 4K, the GPU is now the primary bottleneck, with its rendering workload becoming the limiting factor. The data shows a textbook transition: CPU-limited at 1080p, balanced at 1440p, and firmly GPU-limited at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a comprehensive look at performance across all combinations of resolution and settings.

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5070 Ti delivers staggering performance. Low settings yield 383.3 FPS, Medium settings achieve 336.2 FPS, and High settings still manage 283.4 FPS. Even with Ultra settings, the average frame rate remains exceptionally high at 229.7 FPS. These numbers indicate a system that is never challenged at this resolution, far exceeding the refresh rates of even the most demanding monitors.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains excellent. Low settings produce 251.4 FPS, Medium settings achieve 214.9 FPS, and High settings deliver 180.3 FPS. The Ultra preset still maintains a very playable 151.4 FPS. The data shows a reduction of roughly 30% from 1080p across all settings, which is a typical scaling factor for a high-end GPU.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is thoroughly exercised. Low settings produce 133.8 FPS, Medium settings achieve 117.6 FPS, and High settings deliver 99.8 FPS. The demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 81 FPS, which is perfectly smooth for this title. The drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, with the Ultra preset losing 64.7% of its frame rate, further confirming the GPU-bound nature of 4K gameplay.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset is the clear recommendation across all resolutions. At 1080p, High delivers 283.4 FPS, which is indistinguishable from the lower presets in terms of smoothness but offers significantly better visuals. At 1440p, High achieves 180.3 FPS, still far above the threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 4K, High produces 99.8 FPS, which is an excellent result for a AAA title at this resolution, providing a smooth experience without needing to compromise on visual fidelity.

The Ultra preset is also viable, but the performance cost is substantial. At 4K, Ultra drops to 81 FPS, a 18.8% reduction from High, which may not be worth the marginal visual upgrade for some users. At 1440p, Ultra's 151.4 FPS is still excellent, but High offers a 19% performance advantage. For users with high-refresh-rate displays, High is the optimal choice. The Medium preset offers a middle ground, but the data shows that High is within a reasonable performance margin and provides a better experience. The Low preset is only recommended for those seeking the absolute maximum frame rate, as even at 4K it provides 133.8 FPS, but at a significant cost to image quality.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Doom?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 383.3 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K Ultra settings in Doom?

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 81 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is a smooth and playable experience.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to the RTX 4080 in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 52086, which is identical to the RTX 4080's score of 52085, resulting in a delta of 0.0%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU is capable of rendering frames faster than the processor can deliver them.

Q: What is the performance drop from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: On High settings, the average frame rate drops from 283.4 FPS at 1080p to 99.8 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 64.8%.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in Doom?

A: The combo ranks 137th out of 1681 tested combos, placing it in the top 8.2% of all systems.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K provides the computational foundation for this combo, and its specifications are more than sufficient for Doom. It features 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This high boost clock is critical for gaming, as it provides the single-thread performance that Doom's engine relies upon. The CPU's large 30 MB shared L3 cache also helps reduce memory latency, contributing to consistent frame delivery. The i7-13700K holds a 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 47282. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, has a delta of only -0.1%, showing they are essentially performance equals. The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities, as shown by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39000, ensure it won't bottleneck the GPU even in less optimized scenarios. While the GPU is the primary performance driver in Doom, especially at higher resolutions, the i7-13700K's strong single-core performance and high core count guarantee it can feed the RTX 5070 Ti effectively, preventing any CPU-induced frame rate dips.