Doom

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti delivers a decisive performance envelope in Doom, with benchmark results showing a clear hierarchy across resolutions and presets. The data indicates that this combination ranks in the 72nd percentile among all tested combos, placing it firmly in the upper tier of systems capable of running this title. Across the board, the measured FPS values reveal that the GPU is the primary scaling factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-thread performance ensures headroom at lower settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Doom based on the measured FPS?*

A: At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its highest frame rates, ranging from 186.7 FPS on Ultra to 311.6 FPS on Low. This makes 1080p the optimal resolution for maximum smoothness, while 2560x1440 still delivers excellent results, with a peak of 200.7 FPS on Low.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 2560x1440?

A: The data shows a significant drop from High to Ultra at 2560x1440, with average FPS falling from 150.1 to 125.2. This represents a 16.6% performance penalty, suggesting that the Ultra preset is more demanding without a proportional visual return in this title.

*Q: Is this GPU or CPU bottlenecked in Doom?*

A: Benchmark results indicate the GPU is the limiting factor at 3840x2160, where the gap between Low (108.1 FPS) and Ultra (67.4 FPS) is 37.7%. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s capabilities become more relevant, as the frame rates exceed 300 FPS on Low, showcasing the processor’s ability to keep up.

Q: What is the combo’s overall ranking among tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 476th out of 1681 tested combos, placing it in the 72nd percentile. This positions it above the majority of systems, though it is not at the absolute top tier for Doom performance.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K perform relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score of 79102 is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF and the Intel Core i9-14900KF, and 0.9% lower than the Intel Core i9-14900K. This puts it in a tight competitive cluster, with negligible performance differences.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Doom?*

A: Yes, at 3840x2160, the combo delivers playable frame rates across all presets. The High preset achieves 80.8 FPS, while Ultra drops to 67.4 FPS. For a smoother experience, Medium (94.3 FPS) or Low (108.1 FPS) are viable options.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the dominant factor in Doom’s measured FPS, particularly at higher resolutions. With 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 384-bit bus, the card provides 912.4 GB/s of bandwidth, which is critical for feeding the large texture pools and high-detail geometry at 3840x2160. The GPU’s boost clock of 1665 MHz and 10240 shading units drive raw throughput, translating directly into the observed frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the impact of the GPU is unmistakable. The transition from Low to Ultra settings reduces average FPS by 37.7%, from 108.1 to 67.4. This scaling is consistent with the GPU’s compute capabilities, as the FP32 performance of 34.10 TFLOPS is fully utilized when rendering complex scenes. The 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, while not explicitly tested in this title, contribute to the card’s overall architecture, but the rasterization performance is what matters here.

At 2560x1440, the GPU still holds sway, but the CPU begins to show its strength. The High preset yields 150.1 FPS, while Low reaches 200.7 FPS, a 25.3% difference. At 1920x1080, the GPU’s raw power is less strained, and the frame rates exceed 300 FPS on Low, indicating that the card can saturate the display pipeline at this resolution without bottlenecking. The data suggests that the RTX 3080 Ti is more than sufficient for Doom, with its end-of-life status not hindering its ability to deliver high performance in this older title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 476 out of 1681 tested combos places it in the 72nd percentile, which is a strong showing but not elite. This ranking reflects the balance between the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and the RTX 3080 Ti, where the GPU’s age (released in 2021) is partially offset by the CPU’s modern architecture. The CPU itself ranks in the 97th percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits in the 83rd percentile, indicating that the processor is the stronger component relative to its peers.

When compared to other systems in the database, this combo is positioned above the median, but it is not near the top. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the RTX 3090, which has an average score 0.5% higher, and the RTX 5070, which is 1.1% higher. This suggests that similar GPUs would produce comparable results in Doom, with the RTX 3080 Ti holding its own against newer cards. The CPU’s rivals, such as the Core i9-14900K at 0.9% higher average score, reinforce that the processor is not a limiting factor in this combo’s ranking.

The measured FPS data aligns with this ranking, as the combo delivers high frame rates at all resolutions but does not achieve the extreme numbers seen in top-tier systems. For instance, at 1080p Ultra, the 186.7 FPS is respectable, but systems with newer GPUs might push higher. The 72nd percentile ranking is a fair summary of the combo’s overall capability in Doom.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its highest numbers: Low produces 311.6 FPS, Medium 270.8 FPS, High 229.5 FPS, and Ultra 186.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 40.1% drop, which is the smallest percentage decrease among all resolutions, indicating that the CPU and GPU work efficiently at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are still high but show more variation. Low hits 200.7 FPS, Medium 178 FPS, High 150.1 FPS, and Ultra 125.2 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 37.6%, slightly less than at 4K, suggesting a more balanced load. At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limits become apparent: Low yields 108.1 FPS, Medium 94.3 FPS, High 80.8 FPS, and Ultra 67.4 FPS. The 37.7% reduction from Low to Ultra is the largest absolute gap, with the Ultra preset barely maintaining playability above 60 FPS.

These numbers reveal a consistent pattern: the RTX 3080 Ti scales predictably with resolution, and the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid bottlenecks at lower settings. The 1080p results, particularly the 311.6 FPS on Low, highlight the CPU’s strong single-thread performance, while the 4K results are entirely GPU-bound.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the High preset at 2560x1440 offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 150.1 FPS. This provides a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining high detail. For users with 4K displays, the Medium preset at 94.3 FPS is the recommended choice, as it stays above 90 FPS and avoids the steep drop to 67.4 FPS seen on Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the High preset at 229.5 FPS is preferable for competitive play, as it delivers high frame rates without the diminishing returns of Ultra. The Ultra preset at 186.7 FPS is still viable, but the performance cost may not justify the visual gains. For maximum performance, Low at 1080p (311.6 FPS) is available, but the data suggests that High is the sweet spot for most users.

The data indicates that the Ultra preset is the least efficient option at all resolutions, with the largest performance penalties relative to High. At 4K, the drop from High (80.8 FPS) to Ultra (67.4 FPS) is 16.6%, which could be noticeable on high-refresh-rate displays. Therefore, the recommendation is to use High at any resolution for the best experience, with Medium as a fallback for 4K users seeking higher frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K plays a supporting role in Doom, but its capabilities are evident at lower resolutions. With 20 cores and 20 threads, the CPU provides substantial multi-threaded performance, though Doom primarily relies on single-thread speed. The boost clock of 5.50 GHz is critical for achieving the high frame rates seen at 1080p, where the CPU can become a limiting factor in some systems.

The CPU’s benchmark results reinforce its strength. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7060 and multi-core score of 50009 place it in the 97th percentile, indicating top-tier performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 4904 further supports this, showing that the processor can handle the per-core demands of Doom without bottlenecking the GPU.

The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample on-die storage for game assets, reducing latency and improving frame pacing. The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while not directly measured in this title, ensures that data flows efficiently to the GPU. At 1080p, the CPU’s role is most pronounced, with frame rates exceeding 300 FPS on Low settings, indicating that the processor can keep up with even the most demanding scenarios.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 265K is nearly identical in performance, with a 0.2% difference from the 265KF and 14900KF. This means that the CPU is not a differentiator in Doom, but it also does not hold back the RTX 3080 Ti. The combo’s ranking is thus largely determined by the GPU, which is the expected outcome for a graphically intensive title like Doom.