Doom

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers a dominating performance in Doom, firmly establishing itself as a top-tier combination for high-refresh-rate and high-resolution gaming. The benchmark data shows this combo achieves triple-digit frame rates even at 4K with maximum settings, indicating a system that is well-balanced for this title, with the GPU handling the graphical load while the CPU provides ample headroom. Ranked in the 89th percentile of all tested combinations, this pairing proves that a mid-range CPU can effectively complement a high-end GPU in this specific engine.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck. At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptionally high frame rates that are likely constrained by the CPU's single-thread performance, despite its robust 4.90 GHz boost clock. The data shows a 371 FPS average at Low settings, which is an immense workload for any processor to feed. The difference between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution is 148 FPS (371 to 223 FPS), a 39.6% drop, which indicates that while the GPU is working harder, the CPU is still keeping pace to deliver over 200 FPS at the highest preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more GPU-bound, but the CPU continues to provide enough performance to maintain excellent frame rates. The average FPS at High settings drops from 273 at 1080p to 177 at 1440p, representing a 35.2% reduction. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at this resolution narrows to 96 FPS (240 to 144 FPS), showing the GPU is now a more significant factor in performance. The 1440p results indicate that this combo is ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors, as it can consistently exceed the 144 FPS threshold even at Ultra settings.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER becomes the definitive limiting component. The average FPS at High settings falls to 96, which is a 45.8% reduction from the 1080p High result. This substantial drop highlights the immense pixel-pushing demands of 4K. The scaling from Medium to Ultra at 4K shows a 35 FPS difference (113 to 78 FPS), a 31% performance penalty for enabling the highest-quality presets. The 78 FPS average at Ultra is still playable and smooth, but the system is no longer able to hit the 100+ FPS marks seen at lower resolutions, confirming that this is the resolution where the GPU's limits are reached.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of an Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and a GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER achieves a combo rank of 409 out of 3712 tested combinations. This placement puts the system in the top 11% of all pairings in the database for Doom, proof of its excellent performance. The data indicates that this pairing is exceptionally well-suited for the game, outperforming the vast majority of other hardware configurations.

The ranking is particularly impressive when considering the CPU's benchmark position. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 holds an 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, placing it just ahead of rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D. However, the GPU, while powerful, sits in the 76th percentile of all GPUs, with its nearest rivals including the NVIDIA TITAN RTX. This suggests the combination's high rank is not solely due to having the most powerful components, but rather the synergistic efficiency of the CPU and GPU working together in Doom's engine, which appears to handle high frame rates particularly well.

The performance gap to the top combinations is notable, but the absolute frame rates are so high that the rank difference is irrelevant for actual gameplay. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 223 FPS, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate display. The fact that the combo breaks the 100 FPS barrier at 4K Ultra places it in a performance tier that is typically reserved for much more expensive flagship hardware. The data confirms that the Core Ultra 5 225 does not bottleneck the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in this title, allowing the combo to achieve a ranking that is far higher than the sum of its parts' individual percentiles might suggest.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Doom at 4K with high settings smoothly?

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average FPS of 96 at 3840x2160 with High settings, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and suitable for displays with up to a 96 Hz refresh rate.

Q: What level of performance can I expect at 1440p with Ultra settings?

A: The benchmark results indicate an average of 144 FPS at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings. This makes the combination perfectly matched for 144 Hz monitors, as it can consistently hit the refresh rate ceiling of these popular displays.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1080p?

A: While the GPU is always being utilized, the extreme frame rates at 1080p suggest the CPU is the limiting factor. The 371 FPS average at Low settings is a massive draw on the processor, and the scaling to 223 FPS at Ultra shows the GPU is also working hard.

Q: How does the performance drop from 1440p to 4K compare?

A: The drop is significant. Using High settings as a reference, performance falls from 177 FPS at 2560x1440 to 96 FPS at 3840x2160. This is a 45.8% reduction in frame rate, which clearly demonstrates the heavy rendering load that 4K resolution places on the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between the lowest and highest settings at 4K?

A: The difference is substantial. At 3840x2160, the system achieves 130 FPS on Low settings and 78 FPS on Ultra settings. This 52 FPS gap shows that visual quality settings have a major impact on performance at this high resolution.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset or a lower one for the best experience?

A: At 4K, the choice depends on your display. The Ultra preset delivers 78 FPS, which is fine for a 60 Hz display. However, for a 120 Hz or higher refresh rate 4K monitor, using the High preset to achieve 96 FPS would provide a smoother experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across all standard resolutions and quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combination displays immense power. The Low preset yields an average of 371 FPS, which is the highest recorded score in the entire dataset. Moving up the quality ladder, the Medium preset delivers 323 FPS, with a minimum of 275 and a maximum of 372 FPS, indicating very consistent performance. The High preset maintains an excellent 273 FPS average, while the Ultra preset still manages a very strong 223 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain exceptionally high, making this the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate gaming. The Low preset produces an average of 240 FPS, matching the maximum refresh rate of many gaming monitors. The Medium preset achieves 209 FPS, with a minimum of 178 FPS and a maximum of 240 FPS. The High preset is still remarkably smooth at 177 FPS, and the Ultra preset provides a perfect 144 FPS average, which is ideal for 144 Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the system transitions from being over-powered to simply being very powerful. The Low preset yields a 130 FPS average, which is still a phenomenal result for 4K gaming. The Medium preset delivers 113 FPS, with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. The High preset offers a solid 96 FPS average, which is excellent for standard 4K displays. The Ultra preset, while demanding, still produces a very playable 78 FPS average. The data across all resolutions shows a clear and predictable performance curve, with no anomalous results.

Settings Recommendations

For a 1080p or 1440p high-refresh-rate monitor, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. At 1440p, the 144 FPS average perfectly matches the capabilities of 144 Hz displays, providing a flawless experience. At 1080p, the 223 FPS average on Ultra provides a massive headroom, ensuring maximum smoothness and responsiveness, even for competitive play. The performance at these resolutions is so high that there is no reason to sacrifice visual fidelity for more frame rate.

For 4K resolution, the recommendation depends heavily on the display's refresh rate. If the monitor is a standard 60 Hz model, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as the 78 FPS average is well above the display's maximum refresh rate, and the visual quality will be maximized. However, for a 4K monitor with a 120 Hz or higher refresh rate, the High preset is the superior option. The 96 FPS average it provides is significantly smoother than the 78 FPS from Ultra, and the visual difference between High and Ultra in Doom is often subtle. Using the High preset at 4K allows the user to get closer to the display's refresh rate limit while still maintaining a high level of graphical detail.

The Medium preset serves as an intermediate option, but the data suggests that the performance jump from Medium to High at 4K (113 to 96 FPS) is a worthwhile trade for the visual improvements. The Low preset is not recommended for any resolution on this hardware, as the system is powerful enough to run much higher settings while still achieving excellent frame rates. The benchmark results indicate that the High preset at 4K or the Ultra preset at 1440p offers the best balance of visual quality and performance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a 10-core, 10-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, which are crucial for gaming performance. The processor's high boost clock, coupled with a 20 MB shared L3 cache, ensures that the GPU is consistently fed with data. The benchmark results show that this CPU does not bottleneck the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER in Doom, allowing the GPU to reach its full potential.

The CPU's multicore performance, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25891, is robust, but it is the single-core performance that is most relevant for this game. A Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3655 is in the upper echelon for desktop processors, ensuring that the game's main thread is handled with ease. This is reflected in the 1080p Low setting result of 371 FPS, which is an extreme workload that stresses the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls.

While the CPU has a TDP of 65 W, which is considered a mainstream power level, its efficiency and high clock speeds allow it to excel in gaming scenarios. The data shows that the Core Ultra 5 225 is more than capable of supporting high-end graphics cards. In fact, its performance is comparable to other strong processors, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4412, placing it near rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F. The benchmark results indicate that for a game like Doom, which is often more GPU-bound at higher resolutions, this CPU provides an ideal foundation, ensuring that the system's frame rates are dictated by the GPU's rendering capabilities rather than processor limitations.