Doom

How This Combo Ranks

This combo ranks #178 out of 1681 tested configurations, placing it in the top 11% of all tested combos for Doom. That is a strong result, but not an elite one — the data shows the i7-14700KF and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER pairing sits comfortably above the median, though it falls short of the highest-tier 4K setups. The rank reflects a balanced pairing: the GPU percentile is 86, meaning it outperforms 86% of all GPUs in the database, while the CPU percentile is 96. When combined in Doom, the bottleneck shifts between components depending on resolution and settings, which explains why the combo rank (178) is not as high as either component’s individual percentile might suggest. The system is clearly capable of high refresh rates at 1440p, and it handles 4K acceptably, but it does not dominate the absolute top of the chart. The measured data shows real-world FPS that align with this mid-to-high tier placement, with no anomalies that would push the combo higher or lower.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the primary driver of Doom’s visual output, with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus providing 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU clocks at 2340 MHz base and 2610 MHz boost, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). These specs translate into a pixel rate of 250.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 689.0 GTexel/s, which are directly relevant to Doom’s fast-paced, texture-heavy environments. The GPU’s 8448 shading units and 96 ROPs handle the game’s geometry and effects, while the 66 RT cores and 264 tensor cores are present but largely idle in this title, as Doom does not heavily utilize ray tracing or DLSS features in the measured settings. The 44.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance is the raw compute figure that drives the measured FPS, and the data shows this GPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p, where FPS exceeds 370 in Low settings. At 4K Ultra, however, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck, with FPS dropping to 77.5. The 16 GB VRAM is ample for Doom at any resolution, as even 4K Ultra does not approach capacity limits in the measured data. The GPU’s 86th percentile rank versus all GPUs is consistent with its measured performance — strong, but not top-tier.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K, with the GPU becoming increasingly dominant as resolution rises. At 1080p Low, the combo delivers 371.9 FPS, which drops to 238.1 FPS at 1440p Low — a 36% reduction. At 4K Low, the average is 133 FPS, another 44% drop from 1440p. This scaling indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiter, as the GPU has more than enough headroom to push far beyond what the CPU can feed it. The i7-14700KF’s 20 cores and 28 threads are strong, but even this CPU cannot keep up with the GPU at 1080p Low. As resolution increases, the GPU load grows, and the FPS drops become more proportional to pixel count. From 1440p to 4K at High settings, FPS goes from 175.8 to 95.2 — a 46% drop, which is close to the theoretical pixel-count difference (2.25x pixels, but with diminishing returns due to other bottlenecks). At Ultra settings, the drop from 225.4 FPS at 1080p to 143.1 at 1440p (36% drop) and then to 77.5 at 4K (46% drop from 1440p) shows the GPU is the clear limiter at 4K. The data suggests that at 4K Ultra, the combo is GPU-bound, while at 1080p Low, it is CPU-bound. The sweet spot for balance appears to be 1440p, where the FPS is high enough to exceed most monitor refresh rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the combo delivers exceptional frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce 371.9 FPS, Medium drops to 322, High yields 275.3, and Ultra still manages 225.4. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is never GPU-limited — even Ultra settings leave headroom, and the CPU is the constraint. The delta between Low and Ultra is 146.5 FPS, showing that settings have a significant impact but the system remains playable at all presets.

Moving to 1440p, the FPS drops are more pronounced. Low settings produce 238.1 FPS, Medium 209.8, High 175.8, and Ultra 143.1. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 95 FPS, indicating the GPU is starting to become more relevant. At 1440p Ultra, 143.1 FPS is still well above the 144 Hz threshold, making this the optimal resolution for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. Low settings yield 133 FPS, Medium 110.3, High 95.2, and Ultra 77.5. The gap between Low and Ultra is 55.5 FPS, and the trend shows diminishing returns as settings increase. At 4K Ultra, the combo dips below 80 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. The data shows that 4K is viable at Medium settings (110.3 FPS) for a smooth experience, while High and Ultra require accepting lower frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor from the Raptor Lake-R architecture, running at 3.40 GHz base and 5.60 GHz boost. Its 33 MB shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample bandwidth for game data. In Doom, the CPU’s role is most evident at 1080p, where the FPS ceiling is determined by the processor’s single-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6290 and Geekbench single-core score of 2972 indicate strong per-core performance, which is critical for Doom’s engine. The Passmark single-thread score of 4480 reinforces this. However, the data shows that even with this strong single-core performance, the CPU limits FPS at 1080p Low to 371.9 — the GPU could push higher if the CPU allowed. The CPU’s multi-thread capabilities (Cinebench R23 multi-core 44557, Passmark multi-thread 52425) are less relevant in Doom, which is primarily single-threaded. The CPU’s 96th percentile rank versus all CPUs shows it is a top-tier processor, but in Doom, the bottleneck shifts to the GPU at higher resolutions. At 4K, the CPU’s role diminishes, and the FPS is almost entirely GPU-determined. The CPU’s boost clock of 5.60 GHz is the key metric for Doom’s frame pacing, and the data confirms that it does not become a limiting factor at 1440p or 4K.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings for different priorities. For maximum frame rate at 1080p, Low settings at 371.9 FPS is the choice, but this sacrifices visual quality. The best balance at 1080p is High settings (275.3 FPS), which offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium (322 FPS) while still delivering over 270 FPS — far beyond any monitor’s refresh rate. At 1440p, High settings (175.8 FPS) is the recommended preset, as it provides a strong visual experience while maintaining FPS well above the 144 Hz threshold. Medium (209.8 FPS) is also viable for those prioritizing FPS, but High’s visual gains are worth the 34 FPS reduction. At 4K, the choice is more constrained. Medium settings (110.3 FPS) offer the best experience, as they stay above 100 FPS while providing decent visuals. High (95.2 FPS) is acceptable for slower-paced play, but Ultra (77.5 FPS) dips below the 80 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. For competitive play, 1440p Low (238.1 FPS) is the optimal choice, as it maximizes FPS while maintaining a reasonable resolution. For casual play, 4K Medium (110.3 FPS) provides the best visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. The data suggests that 1440p High is the overall sweet spot, balancing visual quality and frame rate, while 1080p Ultra (225.4 FPS) is the best choice for those who prioritize resolution over FPS.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Doom?

A: It ranks #178 out of 1681 tested combos, placing it in the top 11% of all tested systems.

Q: What is the maximum FPS this combo can achieve in Doom?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 371.9 at 1080p with Low settings.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 4K Ultra, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, with FPS dropping to 77.5. The CPU’s 5.60 GHz boost clock is sufficient to avoid limiting at this resolution.

Q: What settings provide the best experience at 1440p?

A: High settings at 175.8 FPS offer the best balance of visual quality and frame rate, while Medium at 209.8 FPS is better for those prioritizing FPS.

Q: How much does FPS drop from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: FPS drops from 275.3 at 1080p to 175.8 at 1440p (36% drop) and then to 95.2 at 4K (46% drop from 1440p).

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for Doom at any resolution?

A: Yes, the 16 GB GDDR6X memory is more than sufficient for Doom at all tested resolutions, with no indication of VRAM limitations in the measured data.