Doom

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Doom, with the data showing a clear dependence on resolution and settings. The measured frame rates indicate that this combination is far more capable than necessary for 1080p, while still providing very playable performance at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Doom?

A: The combination ranks 172nd out of 1,681 tested combos in this game, placing it in the top 11% of all systems tested.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K has an average benchmark score of 79,102. Its closest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF, scores 79,240, which is a 0.2% difference. The Intel Core i9-14900K scores 79,824, putting it 0.9% ahead of the 265K.

Q: What is the performance gap between this GPU and its nearest competitor?

A: The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has an average benchmark score of 48,704. The NVIDIA CMP 50HX scores 49,071, which is 0.7% higher. The RTX A2000 scores 47,915, which is 1.6% lower than the 4070 Ti SUPER.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 373.3 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average frame rate is 76.4 FPS, recorded at 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K includes integrated graphics in the form of Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the primary driver of frame rates in this configuration. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, which provides a memory bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2340 MHz and a boost clock of 2610 MHz. This memory capacity and bandwidth are substantial, and the benchmark results show they are more than sufficient for Doom at all tested resolutions.

The GPU's role becomes increasingly important as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU and GPU are both capable of generating extremely high frame rates, with the data showing a peak of 373.3 FPS. However, the scaling of performance from 1080p to 1440p, and then to 4K, is significant. The 16 GB of VRAM is likely a non-factor in this game, as even at 4K Ultra, the average frame rate remains above 76 FPS, suggesting the memory is not a bottleneck. The GPU's compute capabilities, with 44.10 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, are more than ample for the 2016 title.

The data indicates that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the component that dictates the performance ceiling at 4K. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, which is a typical sign of GPU-bound rendering. The GPU's architecture, Ada Lovelace, is fully utilized, and the 66 RT cores and 264 tensor cores are present but not specifically stressed by this game's standard rendering pipeline, as the measured results show no ray tracing data. The sheer rasterization power, stemming from 8448 shading units, is what delivers the high frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the combo is heavily CPU-bound or system-limited, with frame rates reaching 373.3 FPS on Low settings. This is an exceptionally high number, indicating the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's output. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is 147.8 FPS, showing that the graphics card has significant headroom.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high, with the Low setting producing 238 FPS and Ultra producing 144.4 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not severe, suggesting the system is transitioning from a CPU-bound state to a more balanced one. The GPU is starting to work harder, but the performance is still far above the refresh rate of most monitors.

The most significant scaling occurs when moving to 3840x2160. The Ultra setting drops to 76.4 FPS, which is a 66.1% decrease from the 1440p Ultra result. The Low setting drops to 130.2 FPS. This steep decline is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario. The data shows that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the limiting component at 4K, as the frame rate scales almost inversely with the pixel count. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 53.8 FPS, a smaller absolute gap than at 1080p, which further confirms the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 172 out of 1,681 tested combinations places it in the 90th percentile of all systems. This is a strong result, showing that the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and RTX 4070 Ti SUPER are a well-matched pair for this game. The CPU's synthetic benchmark scores are competitive, with a 97th percentile ranking against all CPUs. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking against all GPUs is also solid.

The data suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in this pairing. The Core Ultra 7 265K, with its 20 cores and 20 threads, provides ample processing power. Its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are the Core Ultra 7 265KF and the Core i9-14900KF, with scores of 79,240 and 79,245 respectively, both within 0.2% of the 265K's score of 79,102. This indicates that the 265K is performing as expected for its class.

The GPU also performs near its expected level. Its average benchmark score of 48,704 is within 2% of its nearest rivals. The combination of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU results in a system that ranks in the top 10% of all tested combos in Doom. This high rank is reflected in the measured FPS, which are all above 76 FPS even at the most demanding settings tested. The system is clearly not a performance outlier, but rather a strong, consistent performer.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets.

1920x1080 (Full HD):

• Low: 373.3 FPS
• Medium: 326.0 FPS
• High: 274.4 FPS
• Ultra: 225.5 FPS

2560x1440 (Quad HD):

• Low: 238.0 FPS
• Medium: 206.7 FPS
• High: 177.4 FPS
• Ultra: 144.4 FPS

3840x2160 (4K UHD):

• Low: 130.2 FPS
• Medium: 110.8 FPS
• High: 98.6 FPS
• Ultra: 76.4 FPS

At 1080p, the system is clearly not GPU-limited, as even the Ultra preset achieves a frame rate of 225.5 FPS. The performance scales almost linearly with the workload, showing the GPU has significant headroom. At 1440p, the frame rates are still exceptionally high, with the Ultra preset comfortably above the 144 Hz refresh rate that many monitors offer. The transition to 4K shows the GPU being fully exercised, with the Ultra preset dropping to 76.4 FPS. This is still a very playable frame rate for a fast-paced FPS, but it indicates that users with 4K 120Hz or 144Hz displays will need to adjust settings to fully utilize their monitor's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend on the user's target resolution and refresh rate.

For users with a 1080p display, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation. The data shows an average of 225.5 FPS, which is far beyond what any current display can show. There is no need to lower settings, as the system has ample performance to run the game at its highest visual quality.

For 1440p users, the Ultra preset remains the best choice for high-refresh-rate monitors. The 144.4 FPS average is sufficient for 144Hz displays. If a user has a 165Hz or 240Hz monitor, they could step down to the High preset, which yields 177.4 FPS, or the Medium preset at 206.7 FPS, to better match the monitor's refresh rate. The visual difference between High and Ultra may be minimal, but the performance gain is significant.

For 4K users, the recommendation is more nuanced. The Ultra preset delivers 76.4 FPS, which is playable but may not feel smooth on a 120Hz or higher refresh rate display. To achieve a higher frame rate, the High preset is a solid middle ground, offering 98.6 FPS. This is a 29% increase in frame rate over Ultra. For the smoothest experience on a high-refresh 4K display, the Medium preset at 110.8 FPS or the Low preset at 130.2 FPS are also viable options. The data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate at this resolution, and the High preset provides the best balance for most users, as it maintains a substantial frame rate advantage over Ultra while likely retaining most of the visual quality.