Doom

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a capable mobile combination for playing Doom, but the data shows it sits firmly in the middle of the pack for this title. The combo ranks 2270 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the 61st percentile of all tested systems. This is not a top-tier setup, but it is far from the bottom, indicating a balanced pairing that delivers smooth performance at most settings. The ranking suggests that while the hardware is not current-generation, it provides a substantial and reliable experience for a game that responds well to modern GPU architecture and multi-core processors.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame of 2270 out of 3712 places this system in the upper-middle tier of all tested hardware combinations for Doom. This position is consistent with the individual component standings. The RTX 4060 has a percentileVsAllGpus of 61, meaning it outperforms 61% of GPUs in the database, while the Core Ultra 5 135H has a percentileVsAllCpus of 81. The CPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its peers, but the GPU’s more modest standing anchors the overall combo rank. This indicates that the system’s performance in Doom is primarily limited by the graphics card, especially at higher resolutions and settings where the GPU workload increases. The 2270 rank out of 3712 suggests a system that will handle the game comfortably at 1080p and 1440p, but will require settings adjustments for a flawless 4K experience. The data shows no bottlenecks that would cause stuttering or severe frame drops; instead, the system scales predictably with the demands of the game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the key component for determining visual fidelity and frame rates in Doom. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for the textures and assets in Doom at most resolutions. The GPU’s base clock of 1830 MHz and boost clock of 2460 MHz allow it to maintain high performance, with the boost clock being particularly relevant during intense combat sequences. The card’s 3072 shading units and 48 ROPs work together to process the game’s geometry and effects, achieving a pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS is a good indicator of its raw compute power, which Doom leverages for its Vulkan and OpenGL rendering paths. The data shows a clear correlation between the GPU’s capabilities and the measured FPS. At 1080p High settings, the combo averages 149 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most monitors. The GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases; at 4K Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 43, demonstrating that the 4060 is the limiting factor at the most demanding settings. The card’s average benchmark score of 17639 and its position relative to rivals like the AMD Radeon 780M (0.3% slower) and AMD Radeon Pro 560 (0.5% slower) place it in a competitive bracket for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but its 61st percentile ranking overall indicates it is not a high-end solution for 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a significant scaling penalty as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p High settings, the system achieves an average of 149 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops the average to 97 FPS, a reduction of 35%. This is a substantial but expected drop, as the GPU must render 78% more pixels. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more aggressive. At 4K High settings, the average FPS falls to 52, which is a 46% reduction from the 1440p result. This steeper decline indicates that the RTX 4060’s 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are being pushed to their limits at 3840x2160. The pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, at Medium settings, the average FPS goes from 177 at 1080p, to 114 at 1440p, to 62 at 4K. The data suggests a CPU-bound scenario at 1080p, where the Core Ultra 5 135H can keep up with the GPU, but a GPU-bound scenario at 4K, where the graphics card’s performance ceiling is reached. The min FPS values at 4K Medium (53 FPS) and 1440p Medium (97 FPS) show that even in the worst-case frames, the system maintains playable performance. This scaling behavior is typical for a mid-range GPU, indicating that the 4060 is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, while 4K requires significant settings compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides a comprehensive look at performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers excellent performance across the board. With Low settings, the average FPS is 203, which is exceptionally high and indicates a CPU or engine limit rather than a GPU one. Medium settings yield an average of 177 FPS, with a minimum of 150 FPS and a maximum of 203 FPS. High settings average 149 FPS, still well above the 144 Hz threshold for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings drop the average to 122 FPS, which remains highly playable. This resolution is clearly where the RTX 4060 shines, providing a 60+ FPS headroom even at the highest preset. At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings average 131 FPS, Medium averages 114 FPS with a minimum of 97 FPS, High averages 97 FPS, and Ultra averages 79 FPS. All of these figures are above 60 FPS, making 1440p a viable option for high-refresh-rate monitors. The min FPS at Medium (97 FPS) shows that the system holds up well under load. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 71 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS, making it the only 4K preset with a recorded minimum. High settings average 52 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings average 43 FPS, which may be too low for some players. The data shows a clear hierarchy: 1080p and 1440p are excellent, while 4K is only suitable for Low to Medium settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a consistent 60 FPS?

A: The data shows that at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 79, which is above 60. At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average is 62 FPS, but the minimum is 53 FPS. Therefore, 1440p is the highest resolution where all presets maintain an average above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, which is 0.3% lower. This indicates the 4060 is performance-neutral compared to these cards in compute tests.

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

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 122. Given that the CPU has a high percentile rank of 81 and the GPU has a lower rank of 61, the data suggests the GPU is the limiting component at this setting, as the CPU has more headroom to push higher frame rates.

Q: What are the minimum FPS values recorded for this combo?

A: The dataset includes min FPS values for Medium settings only. At 1920x1080 Medium, the min is 150 FPS. At 2560x1440 Medium, the min is 97 FPS. At 3840x2160 Medium, the min is 53 FPS. No min FPS data is provided for Low, High, or Ultra presets.

Q: Does this combo support the latest graphics APIs for Doom?

A: The RTX 4060 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Doom is known to work well with Vulkan, and the data shows strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, which is consistent with the GPU’s API capabilities.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 135H’s multi-core performance affect gaming?

A: The CPU has a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11875.5 and a single-core score of 1700. In Doom, which can utilize multiple threads, the 14-core processor provides ample headroom, as evidenced by the high FPS at 1080p Low (203 FPS), where the CPU is more likely to be the limiting factor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset is the recommended choice. It averages 149 FPS, which is ideal for 144 Hz monitors, and it provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium (177 FPS) and Low (203 FPS) without a noticeable performance penalty. The Ultra preset at 122 FPS is also viable for 120 Hz displays, but High offers the best balance of quality and speed. For 2560x1440, the High preset is again the sweet spot, averaging 97 FPS. This is above 60 FPS and suitable for 1440p 144 Hz monitors, though not maxing them out. The Medium preset averages 114 FPS and is a better choice for players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 79 FPS is playable but may cause dips in demanding scenes. For 3840x2160, the data shows that only Low and Medium settings are recommended for a playable experience. Low averages 71 FPS, while Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS. The Medium preset provides a better visual experience while staying close to the 60 FPS target, making it the recommended choice for 4K. High (52 FPS) and Ultra (43 FPS) are not recommended for a smooth experience. The overall recommendation is to use High settings at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium settings at 4K, to ensure a consistent and enjoyable experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H is a 14-core, 18-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per core L2 cache provide fast access to game data. The CPU’s avgBenchmarkScore is 29093, placing it in the 81st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, scores 29123, which is only 0.1% higher, indicating the 135H is essentially on par with a desktop-grade processor from a previous generation. In Doom, the CPU’s role is crucial for handling game logic, physics, and draw calls. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the average FPS is 203, which is likely a CPU or engine limit, as the GPU is not heavily taxed at this low preset. This suggests the 135H has sufficient single-thread and multi-thread performance to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 4060 at lower resolutions. The PassMark single-thread score of 3521 and multi-thread score of 22422 support this, showing strong performance in both workloads. The CPU’s 28 W TDP and 7 nm process node indicate an efficient design, which is important for mobile systems where thermal headroom is limited. While the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K due to its 61st percentile ranking, the CPU’s higher ranking ensures that it is not a hindrance at any resolution or settings preset tested. The data shows that the Core Ultra 5 135H provides a stable foundation that allows the RTX 4060 to reach its full potential in Doom.