Doom 2016 SA build - modern hardware, classic-game performance

Doom 2016 is a fast, well-optimised shooter that runs brilliantly on modern hardware, so an SA build for it is about hitting high frame rates to match the game's relentless pace.

Quick Answer

Doom 2016 on the Vulkan API runs at 144-240 fps at 1080p on a modest R12,000 PC. A R15,000 Ryzen 5 7600 with an RTX 4060 pins it at 165-240 fps at 1440p Ultra, ideal for a high-refresh monitor.

Why Doom 2016 Loves High Frame Rates

Doom 2016's combat rewards smooth, high frame rates, and its excellent Vulkan optimisation makes them easy to reach. Even mid-range hardware clears 144 fps at 1440p, so the goal is pairing the build with a 144Hz or 165Hz panel to feel the game's speed properly.

The SA Build For Doom 2016

A R15,000 build with a Ryzen 5 7600, RTX 4060 (8GB), 16GB DDR5 and a 1TB NVMe SSD runs Doom 2016 at 1440p Ultra around 165-240 fps. At 1080p it is effectively CPU-limited well above 240 fps. Use the Vulkan API in the settings for the best frame rates.

FPS Targets By Resolution

On the RTX 4060, expect 1080p Ultra well past 240 fps, 1440p Ultra at 165-240 fps, and 4K Ultra around 90-120 fps. Pair a 165Hz panel at 1440p to match the game's frantic pace; the high frame rates make a real difference in fast fights. For storage, keep Doom 2016 on the NVMe SSD; its fast-paced levels load quickly off a Gen4 drive, and the snappy loading keeps the momentum between arenas that the game's relentless combat depends on.

FAQ

What FPS does Doom 2016 hit at 1440p?

Around 165-240 fps at 1440p Ultra on an RTX 4060 using the Vulkan API, easily saturating a 165Hz monitor.

Should I use Vulkan or OpenGL for Doom 2016?

Vulkan. It delivers noticeably higher frame rates than OpenGL on modern hardware, which suits this fast-paced shooter perfectly.

Do I need a high-refresh monitor for Doom 2016?

To feel the game's speed, yes. A 144Hz or 165Hz panel matches the high frame rates this build produces and makes fast fights feel smoother.