Doom

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking in Doom?

A: The combo is ranked 710th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 19.1% of all systems tested, which indicates strong performance for this title.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, 0.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, 0.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, and 1% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile relative to all GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT sits at the 55th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13745tons. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, scores 13543, which is 1.5% lower.

Q: Which resolution yields the highest frame rate at Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves 203 FPS average. This is the highest Ultra-settings result across all three tested resolutions, with 2560x1440 reaching 132 FPS and 3840x2160 dropping to 71 FPS.

Q: Does the game show a preference for CPU or GPU scaling?

A: The data indicates a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. Moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings reduces average FPS from 249 to 87, a 65% drop, which aligns with increasing pixel-pushing demands rather than CPU limitations.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the measured data?

A: The lowest recorded minimum FPS is 88 FPS, observed at 3840x2160 with Medium settings. This is the only resolution/settings combination that reports a minimum FPS value in the dataset.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 31 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It features 5376 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 192 raster operations pipelines. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1387 MHz, with a boost clock of 2394 MHz and a game clock of 2025 MHz. Memory configuration includes 20 GB of GDDR6 on a 320-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 800.0 GB/s. The memory clock is rated at 2500 MHz, with an effective data rate of 20 Gbps.

In Doom, the GPU's role is pivotal in determining frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: 119 FPS average at Low versus 71 FPS at Ultra. This 48 FPS gap demonstrates how the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth are taxed by increased visual fidelity. The 20 GB frame buffer is more than sufficient for this title, even at 4K with Ultra settings, as no VRAM-related bottlenecks are indicated by the FPS figures.

The GPU's pixel rate of 459.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 804.4 GTexel/s provide a solid foundation for Doom's fast-paced rendering. The compute performance of 51.48 TFLOPS FP32 further supports the game's shader complexity. Compared to its nearest rivals, the RX 7900 XT's average benchmark score of 13745 is just 0.5% lower than the AMD Radeon 660M and 0.9% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 570X, though these are integrated or older parts. The more relevant comparison is with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, which scores 13543, putting the RX 7900 XT 1.5% higher in raw compute benchmarks.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of resolution scaling. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 338 at Low settings to 203 at Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, those figures drop to 219 at Low and 132 at Ultra. At 3840x2160, the range tightens to 119 at Low and 71 at Ultra. This represents a 64.8% reduction in FPS from 1080p to 4K at Low settings (338 to 119), and a 65% reduction at High settings (249 to 87).

The scaling pattern suggests the system becomes increasingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU's 20 cores and 28 threads can feed the GPU efficiently, allowing it to reach 338 FPS at Low settings. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's fixed compute resources become the limiting factor. The delta between Low and Ultra settings grows with resolution: at 1080p, the gap is 135 FPS (338 vs 203), while at 4K it narrows to 48 FPS (119 vs 71). This narrowing indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing settings cannot fully compensate for the pixel throughput demands.

The FPS drop from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at Medium settings is illustrative: 191 FPS down to 103 FPS, a 46% reduction. This is consistent with the 2.25x increase in pixel count, though the actual drop is less severe, suggesting some headroom in the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute capabilities. The data indicates that for smooth 4K gameplay, users would need to consider Medium settings (103 FPS) as a viable option, while Ultra at 4K dips to 71 FPS, which may be borderline for high-refresh displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 338 FPS, Medium settings reach 295 FPS with a minimum of 251 FPS and maximum of 339 FPS, High settings achieve 249 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 203 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 135 FPS, indicating significant headroom in the CPU-GPU pipeline at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings average 219 FPS, Medium settings average 191 FPS with a minimum of 162 FPS and maximum of 219 FPS, High settings achieve 161 FPS, and Ultra settings reach 132 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 87 FPS, showing the GPU taking on more load.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates compress further. Low settings yield 119 FPS average, Medium settings produce 103 FPS with a minimum of 88 FPS and maximum of 119 FPS, High settings achieve 87 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 71 FPS. The Low-to-Ultra gap is now just 48 FPS, confirming the GPU is the primary constraint.

Notably, only the Medium settings rows include minimum and maximum FPS data across all resolutions. The minimum values are 251 FPS at 1080p, 162 FPS at 1440p, and 88 FPS at 4K. The maximum values mirror the average FPS closely, suggesting consistent frame pacing without major spikes. The lack of minimum/maximum data for other settings means only Medium can be assessed for frame time variance, and the data shows a tight range (e.g., 251-339 FPS at 1080p), indicating stable performance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. It features a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with PCIe Gen 5 providing 16 lanes. It is an unlocked multiplier part, enabling overclocking.

In Doom, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 338 FPS, which suggests the CPU can feed the GPU beyond 300 FPS. The single-core performance, as measured by Cinebench R23 at 6235 points, is critical for the game's main thread and physics calculations. The multi-core score of 44167 in Cinebench R23 indicates substantial parallel capability, though Doom's engine is not heavily threaded.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 94th among all CPUs places it in the top tier. Its average benchmark score of 70163 is competitive with the nearest rivals: the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F scores 69996 (0.2% lower), the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69875 (0.4% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515 (0.9% lower). The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70879, which is 1% higher, making it the only rival ahead. These small deltas suggest that CPU choice has minimal impact on Doom's performance at higher resolutions, where the GPU dominates.

The data shows that at 4K, even with a high-end CPU, the GPU limits performance. The 71 FPS at Ultra settings is below what the CPU could theoretically support, as evidenced by the 338 FPS at 1080p Low. This indicates that for 4K gaming, the CPU is not a bottleneck, and the GPU's compute capabilities are the deciding factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities bob. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 203 FPS average, which is sufficient for high-refresh monitors up to 200 Hz. For 240 Hz displays, the High preset at 249 FPS is the better choice, as it maintains a comfortable margin above 240 FPS. The Medium preset at 295 FPS offers even more headroom for 300 Hz panels, though the visual quality reduction may be noticeable.

At 2560x1440, the High preset achieves 161 FPS, which is ideal for 144 Hz to 165 Hz monitors. The Ultra preset at 132 FPS is still playable on 144 Hz displays, but the drop from 161 to 132 FPS may be perceptible in fast-paced action. The Medium preset at 191 FPS provides headroom for 180 Hz to 200 Hz panels, though users should weigh the visual trade-offs. The Low preset at 219 FPS is excessive for most 1440p displays and would not be recommended unless prioritizing absolute frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset at 103 FPS is the sweet spot for 100 Hz to 120 Hz displays. The High preset at 87 FPS is acceptable for 90 Hz panels but may show some stutter on 120 Hz screens. The Ultra preset at 71 FPS is borderline for 60 Hz displays, and the Low preset at 119 FPS, while offering the highest frame rate, sacrifices too much visual fidelity for a 4K experience. The minimum FPS at 4K Medium is 88 FPS, which ensures that frame times remain within a 11.4 ms window, suitable for smooth gameplay.

Across all resolutions, the Medium preset offers the best balance of frame rate stability, as it is the only settings tier with recorded minimum FPS values, all of which are within 15% of the average. The data suggests that for a consistent experience, Medium settings are the safest choice, while High provides a good compromise between visual quality and performance at 1080p and 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of Intel Core i7-14700KF and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT ranks 710th out of 3712 tested combinations in Doom, placing it in the 81st percentile of all systems. This ranking reflects a strong overall performance, though it is not among the top-tier combinations. The rank is influenced by both the CPU's 94th percentile standing and the GPU's 55th percentile, indicating that the GPU is the weaker component in this pairing.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its contribution. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, which scores 0.9% lower in average benchmarks, would likely yield nearly identical Doom performance, as the game is not heavily CPU-bound at higher resolutions. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, scoring 1% higher, may offer a marginal improvement in CPU-bound scenarios, but the GPU would still limit performance at 4K.

The GPU's ranking at the 55th percentile is notable, as it sits below the median in the overall GPU hierarchy. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 660M (0.5% lower score) and NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile (0.5% lower), which are less powerful parts. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT, with a score 1.5% lower, is the closest modern competitor, but the RX 7900 XT's 20 GB VRAM and 800 GB/s bandwidth give it a slight edge in raw compute benchmarks.

The combination's 710th rank out of 3712 suggests that many other pairings, likely with higher-end GPUs, outperform it in Doom. However, the measured FPS data shows that this combo still delivers 203 FPS at 1080p Ultra and 71 FPS at 4K Ultra, which are respectable figures. The rank is more indicative of the GPU's mid-tier standing rather than any deficiency in the CPU, as the processor's strong benchmark scores and high percentile ranking confirm its capability. For users with high-refresh 1080p or 1440p monitors, this combo provides excellent performance, while 4K users will need to adjust settings to maintain high frame rates.