Doom

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti delivers a consistently strong performance profile in Doom (2016), with the data showing a clear division of labor between the processor and the graphics card. The CPU’s 20 cores and 28 threads, running at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, provide a massive amount of headroom for this game’s engine. This is a Raptor Lake Refresh part on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, and its benchmark scores reflect its high-end positioning. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44,167 and single-core score of 6,235 indicate that both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads are handled with ease. In a title like Doom, which is known for its fast-paced action and need for consistent frame pacing, the single-core performance is particularly relevant, as it directly influences game logic and physics. The CPU’s 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs further underscores its capability, placing it in the top tier of processors. In multi-core synthetic tests, it sits just 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, while trailing the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K by 1%. This suggests that for this game, the CPU is unlikely to be a limiting factor at any resolution, as its raw computational power far exceeds the demands of the 2016 title. The data for this combo shows that the processor’s role is to provide a stable, high-frequency foundation that allows the GPU to operate at its full potential without being bottlenecked by frame generation or draw call submission.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700KF’s multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: In the Cinebench R23 multi-core test, the i7-14700KF scores 44,167 points. This places it 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, while being 1% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K. This tight grouping indicates that the CPU is very competitive in heavily threaded tasks, though the differences are marginal in percentage terms.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings for this combo?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination achieves an average of 163 FPS. This is significantly lower than the 200 FPS average seen at High settings, showing a notable performance cost for the maximum quality preset.

Q: Does the RTX 3070 Ti’s 8 GB of VRAM become a bottleneck at higher resolutions?

A: The data suggests that VRAM capacity is not a primary constraint in this title. At 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 57, but this is more likely due to the GPU’s raw compute limits rather than memory capacity, as the 8 GB GDDR6X memory with 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth is sufficient for a 2016 game at these settings.

Q: How does the combo’s performance at 4K High compare to its performance at 1440p High?

A: The average frame rate drops from 129 FPS at 2560x1440 High to 70 FPS at 3840x2160 High. This represents a reduction of approximately 46% when moving from 1440p to 4K, indicating a strong scaling trend that is typical of GPU-bound scenarios at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank among all tested system configurations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 1,333rd out of 3,712 tested combinations. This places it in the top 36% of all systems, which is a solid result for a mid-to-high-end pairing, though not at the very top of the leaderboard.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces an average of 176 FPS, while the Ultra preset produces an average of 106 FPS. This is a difference of 70 FPS, or roughly a 40% reduction in performance when enabling the highest quality settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a distinct pattern of performance scaling across the three resolutions tested. At 1920x1080, the system exhibits exceptionally high frame rates, with the Low preset hitting an average of 271 FPS and the Medium preset at 236 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily CPU-bound or at least operating in a region where the GPU is not fully saturated. The fact that the High preset still manages 200 FPS and even Ultra achieves 163 FPS shows that the i7-14700KF is providing ample frame generation capacity. When moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but begin to show the GPU’s influence. The Low preset drops to 176 FPS, which is a 35% reduction from the 1080p Low result. This scaling is more pronounced than what would be expected from pixel count alone, suggesting that the GPU is starting to become a limiting factor. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is also wider, with a 70 FPS difference, compared to a 108 FPS difference at 1080p. This trend continues at 3840x2160, where the frame rates show the most significant drop. The Low preset at 4K yields 95 FPS, which is a 46% reduction from the 1440p Low result. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 57 FPS, indicating that the RTX 3070 Ti is now the clear bottleneck. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent pattern: at lower resolutions, the CPU’s high single-thread performance allows for maximum frame rates, but as resolution increases, the GPU’s fill rate and compute throughput become the dominant constraint. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can leverage the CPU’s strength, while 4K performance is acceptable but not exceptional.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti holds a rank of 1,333 out of 3,712 tested system configurations in Doom. This places it in the 64th percentile of all tested combos, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the systems in the database. While this is a respectable position, it is not at the very top of the leaderboard. The ranking suggests that while the CPU is a top-tier performer, the GPU’s mid-range positioning in the current market holds the combo back from competing with the highest-end configurations. The RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29,945, confirms this assessment. The GPU is competitive with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile, which is just 0.1% faster, and the AMD Radeon RX 6800, which is 0.5% faster. However, the CPU’s 94th percentile ranking is significantly higher, indicating a potential imbalance in the system. In practical terms, this means that the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, where the CPU’s strength can be fully utilized. At 4K, the system falls into the mid-range of performance, with the GPU becoming the limiting factor. The rank of 1,333rd out of 3,712 combos reflects a system that is capable of delivering a smooth experience in most scenarios but is not optimized for maximum 4K fidelity.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is the primary determinant of frame rates in the higher resolution and quality settings. This Ampere-architecture GPU, built on Samsung’s 8 nm process, features 6,144 shading units and 192 texture mapping units, with a boost clock of 1770 MHz. Its 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 608.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is sufficient for this title. The GPU’s FP32 compute throughput of 21.75 TFLOPS gives it substantial raw processing power, but the data indicates that this is not enough to maintain extremely high frame rates at 4K Ultra. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 57, which is the lowest recorded value in the dataset. This is a clear sign of GPU saturation. The GPU’s performance relative to its rivals shows a tight grouping: it is 0.1% slower than the RTX 5070 Mobile, 0.5% slower than the RX 6800, and 0.5% faster than the RTX 2080 Ti. This places it in a competitive mid-range tier. The measured FPS data reinforces this, as the GPU can easily handle 1080p and 1440p, but the scaling to 4K shows a steep decline. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 271 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it only manages 57 FPS, a reduction of 79%. This indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU has ample headroom to spare. The 290 W TDP and 600 W suggested PSU rating also point to a high-power component that is designed for performance, not efficiency.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system’s capabilities across different settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance. The Low preset achieves an average of 271 FPS, which is the highest score in the entire dataset. The Medium preset produces an average of 236 FPS, with a minimum of 201 FPS and a maximum of 272 FPS, showing very consistent frame pacing. The High preset drops to an average of 200 FPS, while the Ultra preset manages 163 FPS. At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear step down. The Low preset yields an average of 176 FPS, while Medium produces 153 FPS, with a minimum of 130 FPS and a maximum of 176 FPS. The High preset achieves 129 FPS, and Ultra falls to 106 FPS. This represents a 40% reduction from Low to Ultra at 1440p. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The Low preset still manages a respectable 95 FPS, but the Medium preset drops to 83 FPS, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. The High preset produces 70 FPS, and Ultra falls to 57 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 4K is steepest for the Low preset, which loses 65% of its performance, while the Ultra preset loses 65% as well. This data shows that the system is most comfortable at 1080p and 1440p, where it can maintain high frame rates, while 4K requires compromises in settings to achieve playable performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the system is so powerful that even the Ultra preset, which averages 163 FPS, is well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, the High preset at 200 FPS or even the Medium preset at 236 FPS would be ideal choices, as they offer a significant boost in frame rate with only a modest reduction in visual quality. The Low preset at 271 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rate is paramount. At 2560x1440, the High preset, averaging 129 FPS, provides the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, as it is still comfortably above 120 FPS. The Medium preset at 153 FPS is also a strong option for those prioritizing frame rate over visual detail, while the Ultra preset at 106 FPS is acceptable but may not be smooth enough for all players. At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. The High preset at 70 FPS is the highest quality setting that remains playable, but the Medium preset at 83 FPS offers a more comfortable margin for smoother gameplay. The Low preset at 95 FPS is the best choice for maintaining a high frame rate at 4K, but it sacrifices significant visual quality. The Ultra preset at 57 FPS is not recommended for 4K gaming, as the frame rate dips below the 60 FPS threshold. Overall, the data suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming with high or ultra settings, while 4K gaming is best experienced with medium or high settings.