Doom

The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers a formidable 4K gaming experience in Doom, with the data showing 81 FPS at High settings and 67 FPS at Ultra. This combination ranks in the top 21% of all tested combos for this title, indicating that while the RTX 4090 provides immense graphical horsepower, the mobile Panther Lake processor is more than capable of feeding it frames without becoming a bottleneck. Benchmark results show the RTX 4090's 24 GB of VRAM and high bandwidth ensure that even the most demanding texture loads at 4K remain fluid, while the CPU's 16 cores and 5.00 GHz boost clock handle the game's engine logic efficiently.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate can I expect at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 67 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is the most demanding preset tested, and the minimum FPS was not recorded for this specific configuration, but the average suggests a playable, albeit not maxed-out, experience on a high-refresh-rate 4K display.

*Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested systems in Doom?*

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 614th out of 2930 tested combos in the database for Doom. This places it in the top 21% of all tested systems, showing it is a high-performing pairing for this title.

Q: Is the RTX 4090's performance bottlenecked by the mobile CPU?

A: The data suggests not. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 316 FPS, which is an extremely high frame rate. The CPU's single-thread score of 3984 in Cinebench R23 and its 5.00 GHz boost clock indicate it has the processing power to keep up with the GPU's output at lower resolutions where the CPU load is relatively higher.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset yields an average of 178 FPS, while the High preset yields 150 FPS. This represents a performance drop of 28 FPS when moving from Medium to High, but both remain well above the 144 Hz threshold, making either a viable option for smooth gameplay.

Q: Does the RTX 4090 have enough video memory for maximum settings in this game?

A: Yes. The GPU is equipped with 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 384-bit bus, providing 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. The benchmark results show that even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains an average of 67 FPS, indicating that VRAM capacity is not a limiting factor in Doom.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H has an average benchmark score of 40518. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 7 253PE, scores 40557, which is only 0.1% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940H scores 40431, putting it 0.2% lower than this chip, showing the processors are extremely closely matched in overall compute power.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is the undisputed star of this configuration, and its specifications are reflected in the high frame rates seen across all resolutions. The GPU is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a massive 16,384 shading units and 128 RT cores, allowing it to process the geometry and lighting of Doom with ease. Its core clocks are set to a base of 2235 MHz and a boost of 2520 MHz, which provides the raw computational throughput needed to drive high refresh rates.

Memory bandwidth is a critical factor in a fast-paced FPS like Doom, and the RTX 4090 is exceptionally well-equipped. It features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. This is more than sufficient for the game's textures and frame buffers at any resolution. The data confirms this: at 4K High, the GPU maintains an average of 81 FPS, and at 4K Medium, the average is 96 FPS. The performance scaling is linear, suggesting the GPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution.

The GPU's compute power, measured at 82.58 TFLOPS for FP32, allows for high levels of detail without compromising frame rates. The measured FPS at 1440p High is 150, and at 1080p High it jumps to 232. These numbers are typical of a top-tier GPU that is not being constrained by VRAM or bandwidth. The RTX 4090's percentile rank is 88th against all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 60347 places it in a dead heat with the Intel Arc Pro A60, which scores 60326, a delta of 0%. This indicates that while the RTX 4090 is a premium part, its overall synthetic benchmark score is closely rivaled by other high-end cards.

Analyzing the performance deltas between settings reveals the GPU's strength. At 4K, dropping from Ultra (67 FPS) to High (81 FPS) provides a 14 FPS boost, while dropping to Medium (96 FPS) provides a further 15 FPS increase. This shows that the GPU has significant headroom and that the Ultra preset is particularly demanding. For gamers with high-refresh-rate 4K monitors, the data suggests that the High preset is the sweet spot for maximizing both visual quality and frame rate, as the 81 FPS average is more likely to be playable on a 120 Hz or 144 Hz panel than the 67 FPS at Ultra.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H is a mobile processor based on the Panther Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 3 nm process. It features 16 cores and 16 threads, which is a configuration without hyper-threading. Its base clock is 2.00 GHz, but it can boost up to 5.00 GHz under load. This high boost clock is crucial for gaming, as Doom's engine relies heavily on single-threaded performance for game logic and draw calls.

The CPU's benchmark scores reflect its strong single-core capabilities. In Cinebench R23, it scores 3984 points in the single-core test and 28221 in the multi-core test. The single-core score is particularly relevant for gaming. The Passmark single-thread score is 4005, and the integer math score is 88083, which indicates strong processing power for general game calculations. The 18 MB of shared L3 cache also helps by keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency.

In this system, the CPU's role is to ensure the RTX 4090 is never waiting for instructions. The measured FPS at 1080p Low is 316, a frame rate that is often CPU-limited. The fact that this mobile chip can push the RTX 4090 to over 300 FPS in a 2016 title shows it has ample headroom for modern games. The CPU's multi-threaded performance is also competitive; its average benchmark score of 40518 places it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 7 253PE, has a score of 40557, a negligible 0.1% difference, showing that this chip is a top-tier mobile part.

The CPU's memory controller supports LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s. While this is lower than the GPU's memory bandwidth, it is sufficient for the CPU to feed the GPU data quickly. The data shows that at 1440p Ultra, the system achieves 123 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra, it achieves 190 FPS, showing a consistent scaling that indicates the CPU is not a bottleneck at these higher resolutions. The 16 cores are also useful for background tasks and game streaming, ensuring that the system remains responsive even when the game is under heavy load.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Doom, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 holds the 614th position out of 2930 total combinations. This places it in the top 21% of all systems tested, which is a strong result given the sheer number of possible CPU-GPU pairings. The rank reflects a balanced system where both components are high-performing, but the RTX 4090's age and the mobile CPU's design may keep it from the absolute top spots.

To put this rank in perspective, the RTX 4090's average benchmark score is 60347, and its nearest rival is the Intel Arc Pro A60 with a score of 60326 (0% delta). This shows the GPU is performing as expected. The CPU's average score is 40518, and its nearest rivals are within 0.2% of that score. When combined, these two components create a system that is well-matched for Doom. The rank of 614 suggests that while there are many systems with faster desktop CPUs or newer GPUs, this mobile platform offers performance that is near the top of the charts.

The data shows that the system excels at high refresh rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, with averages of 316 FPS at 1080p Low and 204 FPS at 1440p Low. At 4K, the performance is more moderate, maxing out at 111 FPS on Low settings. The ranking likely accounts for the average performance across all settings and resolutions, making the 4K Ultra result of 67 FPS a lower point that pulls the overall rank down. Nevertheless, a rank of 614 out of 2930 is an excellent result for a laptop-based system, showing that this combo is capable of handling the game with ease at most settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a clear picture of how this system scales across different resolutions and quality presets. The data is organized by resolution, with four quality settings tested: Low, Medium, High, and Ultra. All results are average FPS, with min and max FPS recorded only for the Medium preset at each resolution.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across the board. The Low preset achieves 316 FPS, which is the highest average in the entire dataset. The Medium preset averages 275 FPS, with a minimum of 234 FPS and a maximum of 316 FPS. High settings drop the average to 232 FPS, while the Ultra preset still manages a very smooth 190 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is heavily GPU-bound and will easily drive a 240 Hz monitor at High settings or a 360 Hz monitor at Medium settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains extremely high. The Low preset yields 204 FPS, while Medium averages 178 FPS, with a minimum of 151 FPS and a maximum of 205 FPS. High settings provide 150 FPS, which is still above the standard 144 Hz refresh rate. The Ultra preset drops to 123 FPS, which is still playable on a high-refresh-rate monitor but shows the increased demand of the higher resolution. The scaling from Medium to High at 1440p results in a 28 FPS drop, which is a noticeable but acceptable trade-off for improved visuals.

At 3840x2160, the system's performance becomes more moderate, but still playable. The Low preset achieves 111 FPS, which is excellent for 4K. Medium settings average 96 FPS, with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 111 FPS. High settings drop the average to 81 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings it down to 67 FPS. The data shows that the RTX 4090 can handle 4K gaming, but to maintain a consistent 60+ FPS, users will need to select the High preset. The Medium preset provides a 15 FPS advantage over High, which could be the better choice for those seeking smoother motion.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate of the display.

For 1080p users, the Ultra preset at 190 FPS is the obvious choice. This provides the maximum visual quality while still delivering a frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of almost all 1080p monitors. There is no need to compromise on quality at this resolution, as even the most demanding preset remains well above 144 FPS.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 150 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it balances visual fidelity with performance, hitting the standard 144 Hz refresh rate. If a user has a 165 Hz or 240 Hz monitor, dropping to Medium settings at 178 FPS will provide a smoother experience without sacrificing too much visual detail. The Ultra preset at 123 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize image quality over raw frame rate, but the 27 FPS drop from High to Ultra is noticeable.

For 4K users, the decision is more nuanced. The High preset at 81 FPS is the best option for a 120 Hz or 144 Hz display, as it provides a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. The Ultra preset at 67 FPS is playable, but the 14 FPS drop from High may be perceptible in fast-paced action. The Medium preset at 96 FPS is the best choice for maximizing frame rate at 4K, offering a 15 FPS improvement over High. It is recommended to use the Medium preset at 4K to ensure a consistently smooth experience, as the minimum FPS of 82 is closer to the 60 FPS threshold than the High preset's minimum, which was not recorded but is likely lower. The Low preset at 111 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where the highest possible frame rate is desired over visual quality.