Doom

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a solid, if not spectacular, experience in Doom, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows a system that is firmly capable of high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming, comfortable at 1440p, and playable at 4K with adjusted expectations. This analysis breaks down the measured results to understand the role each component plays and how the combination ranks among tested hardware pairs.

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

The Intel Core i7-14700F is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. Its configuration includes a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a 33 MB shared L3 cache. For a 2016 title like Doom, this hardware is substantially over-provisioned. The game's engine, id Tech 6, is known for being well-optimized, and the data suggests that it does not present a challenge to this CPU.

Benchmark results for the i7-14700F reinforce its high-end standing. It achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and a single-core score of 4958. Its average benchmark score is 53620, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs tested. When compared to its nearest rivals, the performance deltas are minimal: it is 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6505P, 0.3% ahead of the Intel Xeon Phi 7290, 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, and 0.8% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7313P. These are essentially negligible differences in aggregate compute, indicating the i7-14700F sits at the top of a performance tier.

In the context of Doom's measured FPS, the CPU's role is to ensure the GPU is never starved of data. At 1080p with Low settings, where the GPU load is lightest, the system reaches 164 FPS. This high frame rate is a strong indicator that the CPU can feed frames quickly enough to avoid becoming a bottleneck. The 28 threads and high boost clock are more than sufficient for the game's AI, physics, and draw call generation. The data shows no scenario where the frame rate collapses in a way that would suggest a CPU limit. Even at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS drops to 35, the limiting factor is clearly the GPU, as the CPU's compute resources remain largely untouched by the game's workload. The CPU is a capable partner, providing a stable foundation for the GPU to operate.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B570 is a Battlemage-generation GPU with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. Its base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and it features 2304 shading units. The GPU's architecture, Xe2-HPG, is built on TSMC's 5 nm process. Its average benchmark score is 20556, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals show a tight cluster: it is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, 0.1% behind the Intel Arc A750, 0.4% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, and 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon R9 M390X. This indicates the Arc B570 is positioned in the mid-to-upper tier of graphics hardware.

In Doom, the GPU's performance is the primary determinant of the observed frame rates. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is ample for this game, even at 4K Ultra settings. The data shows a clear scaling pattern tied to the GPU's workload. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 164 FPS, but this drops to 99 FPS at 1080p Ultra. This 65 FPS difference highlights the GPU's sensitivity to the graphical preset. The GPU's 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient for the game, as we do not see a sudden cliff in performance that would indicate a bandwidth limitation. The 2500 MHz core clock provides the raw throughput to drive the game's rendering pipelines.

The GPU's compute capabilities, measured at 11.52 TFLOPS FP32, translate into solid rasterization performance for a game of this era. The data shows that the Arc B570 can handle the game's demands, but the frame rate drop from 164 FPS at 1080p Low to 57 FPS at 4K Low is substantial, revealing the GPU's scaling limits. The GPU is the dominant bottleneck in this system, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. Its performance profile suggests it is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which points directly to the GPU as the limiting component. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 164 FPS at 1920x1080 to 106 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 57 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 65% reduction in FPS from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, but it is steep, indicating that the GPU is being increasingly taxed by the pixel count.

At High settings, the trend is similar. The average FPS falls from 121 at 1080p to 78 at 1440p, and then to 42 at 4K. This is a 65% drop from 1080p to 4K as well. The Medium settings show a comparable pattern: 143 FPS at 1080p, 92 FPS at 1440p, and 50 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling: 99 FPS at 1080p, 64 FPS at 1440p, and 35 FPS at 4K, a 65% reduction.

The fact that the percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is nearly identical across all settings (around 65%) is a strong indicator that the GPU is the sole limiting factor. If the CPU were a bottleneck at 1080p, we would expect to see a smaller percentage drop when moving to 4K, as the CPU load would remain constant while the GPU load increases. Instead, the consistent proportional drop in FPS confirms that the Arc B570's rendering throughput is the constraint. The CPU's role is to provide a consistent frame stream, and the data shows it does so without introducing a bottleneck. The resolution scaling is entirely a function of the GPU's capabilities.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and the Intel Arc B570 is ranked 2332 out of 2930 tested combos in Doom. This places it in the bottom 20% of all hardware pairings tested for this game. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the individual component benchmarks, but it makes sense when considering the game's age and the GPU's relative position.

The CPU is in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. However, the combo rank is much lower. This discrepancy is likely due to the fact that Doom is an older title that does not heavily utilize modern multi-core processors. The CPU's high benchmark scores, particularly its multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23 (35122), are largely irrelevant to a game that was released in 2016. The GPU, while solid, is outclassed by many other graphics cards that can run this game at much higher frame rates.

The combo's rank of 2332 out of 2930 suggests that there are many other combinations of CPUs and GPUs that produce higher frame rates in Doom. This is not an indictment of the individual parts, but rather a reflection of the game's specific demands. The i7-14700F is a powerful CPU, but its advantages are not fully realized in this title. The Arc B570 is a capable GPU, but it is not at the top of the performance hierarchy. The combination is a balanced mid-range setup, but it does not compete with the high-end combos that dominate the top of the rankings. The data indicates that this combo is a competent performer, but it is not a leader in this specific game.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average frame rate this combo can achieve in Doom?

A: The maximum average frame rate is 164 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the frame rate at 4K Ultra compare to 1080p Ultra?

A: The average frame rate drops from 99 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 35 FPS at 4K Ultra, a reduction of 64 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The data shows the GPU is the limiting factor. The consistent 65% FPS drop from 1080p to 4K across all settings indicates the GPU's rendering throughput is the constraint.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average frame rate at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 92 FPS, with a minimum of 79 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is 0.1% lower than the Arc A750's average score of 20582.

Q: Can this combo achieve 60 FPS at 4K?

A: No. The highest average frame rate at 3840x2160 is 57 FPS with Low settings. At Medium settings, the average drops to 50 FPS.

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

The following data is derived directly from the measured FPS table, providing a complete breakdown of the system's performance in Doom.

At 1920x1080:

• Low: The average FPS is 164.
• Medium: The average FPS is 143, with a minimum of 121 and a maximum of 164.
• High: The average FPS is 121.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 99.

At 2560x1440:

• Low: The average FPS is 106.
• Medium: The average FPS is 92, with a minimum of 79 and a maximum of 106.
• High: The average FPS is 78.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 64.

At 3840x2160:

• Low: The average FPS is 57.
• Medium: The average FPS is 50, with a minimum of 43 and a maximum of 58.
• High: The average FPS is 42.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 35.

The data shows a clear hierarchy of performance, with the highest frame rates at 1080p Low and the lowest at 4K Ultra. The Medium settings consistently provide a middle ground, with the recorded minimum and maximum FPS values showing the variance within a given resolution.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal setting depends on the user's target resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. The data provides clear guidance for each resolution.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice for a high-quality experience. The average FPS of 99 is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and it offers the best visual fidelity. If the user has a high-refresh-rate monitor, the High preset at 121 FPS or the Medium preset at 143 FPS are excellent options for maximizing smoothness without sacrificing too much visual quality. The Low preset at 164 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where frame rate is the absolute priority.

At 2560x1440, the High preset provides an excellent balance, with an average of 78 FPS. This is comfortably playable and looks good. The Medium preset at 92 FPS is also a strong option for a smoother experience, while the Ultra preset at 64 FPS is acceptable for those who prioritize visual detail. The Low preset at 106 FPS is best for esports-style play.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that the Low preset is the only option that approaches a playable 60 FPS, with an average of 57 FPS. The Medium preset at 50 FPS is still playable but shows some compromise. The High preset at 42 FPS and the Ultra preset at 35 FPS are below the ideal playable threshold and are only recommended for slower-paced, visually-focused play. For the best experience at 4K, the data indicates that the Low preset offers the most fluid gameplay, while Medium provides a slight visual upgrade at the cost of 7 FPS.