Minimum

AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is a well-matched mid-range pairing for its era, and the recorded data for Minimum confirms it handles the game decisively at mainstream resolutions. The benchmark results, captured across three resolutions and four quality presets, show a system that scales predictably and clears the 60 FPS threshold with room to spare at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K remains out of reach for smooth play.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160, each with Low, Medium, High, and Ultra settings. The recorded values are average FPS, with no minimum or maximum figures available in the database.

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers a commanding performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 170.6 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure for this pairing. Medium settings drop to 128.6 FPS, still far above the playable threshold. High settings yield 108.5 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 86.1 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears 60 FPS by a substantial margin, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing a 49.5% reduction in frame rate, from 170.6 to 86.1 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the expected load increase. Low settings produce 111.1 FPS, which is a 34.9% drop compared to the same preset at 1080p. Medium settings average 85.5 FPS, High settings reach 68.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 55.3 FPS. The High preset is the most demanding option that still clears 60 FPS at this resolution, while Ultra falls below the threshold by 4.7 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes significantly. Low settings average 57.4 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS playable mark. Medium settings drop to 44.8 FPS, High settings reach 36.4 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 29.2 FPS. None of the 4K presets reach 60 FPS, and the scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 49.1% performance loss, from 57.4 down to 29.2 FPS. The database records no playable settings at this resolution for this combo.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each resolution step up from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 35% of the frame rate at Low settings, and the gap widens at higher presets. For example, at High settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 36.8% (from 108.5 to 68.5 FPS), while the drop from 1440p to 4K at High is 46.9% (from 68.5 to 36.4 FPS).

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how this game distributes load between the Ryzen 5 3600 and the RTX 3060 Ti. The Ryzen 5 3600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15045 and a single-core score of 2124. The RTX 3060 Ti delivers a PassMark G3D score of 20349. These raw figures suggest a balanced pairing, and the game data reflects that balance.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are high enough that the CPU likely becomes a more significant factor, especially at Low settings where the GPU load is lighter. The 170.6 FPS at Low suggests the CPU can feed frames quickly, but the drop to 86.1 FPS at Ultra indicates the GPU is taking on additional work with higher-quality rendering. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 84.5 FPS, which points to the GPU being the primary scaling factor as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the GPU role becomes more dominant. The frame rates at all presets are lower than at 1080p, with the gap between Low and Ultra narrowing to 55.8 FPS (from 111.1 to 55.3). The High preset at 68.5 FPS suggests the GPU is nearing its limit for this resolution, while the CPU still has headroom given its multi-threaded scores.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. Even Low settings only reach 57.4 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The RTX 3060 Ti's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for smooth 4K performance in this title, regardless of the CPU's capability. The CPU's role diminishes as resolution increases, with the GPU carrying nearly all the rendering load at 4K.

The data shows that for this game, the RTX 3060 Ti is the limiting component at 1440p and above, while the Ryzen 5 3600 provides adequate support at 1080p. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 696 and multi-thread score of 4605 indicate it can handle the game's logic and draw calls without becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 1920x1080 with all settings maxed out?*

A: Yes. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 86.1 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets at this resolution clear 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 68.5 FPS. Ultra falls to 55.3 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: No. The database records no playable settings at 3840x2160. The best result is Low at 57.4 FPS, which is 2.6 FPS short of the 60 FPS threshold.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 17035, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i7-1260P (17007) and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i5-11400 (17067). Its performance is effectively tied with these processors.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The difference is 84.5 FPS. Low averages 170.6 FPS, while Ultra averages 86.1 FPS. This represents a 49.5% reduction in performance.

Q: Does the GPU have more headroom than the CPU in this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 4K, even Low settings fail to hit 60 FPS, while the CPU's multi-threaded scores suggest it has processing capacity to spare.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum effectively at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, but not at 3840x2160. At 1080p, all four presets clear the 60 FPS playable threshold, with Ultra averaging 86.1 FPS. At 1440p, the High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, averaging 68.5 FPS, while Ultra dips to 55.3 FPS.

At 4K, the verdict is clear: no preset reaches 60 FPS. The closest result is Low at 57.4 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Gamers targeting 4K would need a more powerful GPU, as the RTX 3060 Ti's memory bandwidth and compute capacity are insufficient for this resolution in Minimum.

For the primary use cases, the system is more than adequate. At 1080p, users can max out all settings and still enjoy a comfortable frame rate margin. At 1440p, High settings provide a smooth experience, and those willing to accept slightly lower visual fidelity can use Medium at 85.5 FPS or Low at 111.1 FPS for high-refresh-rate displays.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database's testing of all CPU and GPU combinations, this pairing ranks 2602 out of 3712 combos for Minimum. This places it in the 70th percentile of all tested configurations. The rank reflects that the system is capable for the game at most resolutions but falls short at 4K, which pulls its overall standing down relative to higher-end pairings.

The Ryzen 5 3600 sits at the 71st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17035. The RTX 3060 Ti ranks at the 59th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 16129. The combination's in-game rank is lower than either component's individual percentile, which suggests that the GPU's relative weakness at 4K drags down the overall gaming performance rating.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing is firmly in the middle of the pack. The rank of 2602 out of 3712 indicates that roughly 70% of tested combinations perform better, likely due to more powerful GPUs that can handle 4K or higher refresh rates. However, for the resolutions this combo can handle, it performs admirably.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, which averages 86.1 FPS. This is the highest quality preset available, and it stays well above the 60 FPS threshold. Users can also choose High at 108.5 FPS, Medium at 128.6 FPS, or Low at 170.6 FPS if they prefer higher frame rates over visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, averaging 68.5 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that maintains playable performance. Medium at 85.5 FPS and Low at 111.1 FPS are also viable options for those seeking higher refresh rates. Ultra at 55.3 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings. The best option is Low at 57.4 FPS, which is close but not sufficient. Users targeting 4K would need to reduce resolution or upgrade the GPU.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 3600 are processors with nearly identical average benchmark scores. The Intel Core i7-1260P scores 17007, which is 0.2% lower than the Ryzen 5 3600's 17035. The Intel Core i5-11400 scores 17067, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD EPYC 7573X and AMD EPYC 7742 also fall within 0.2% of the Ryzen 5 3600's score, at 17070 and 16998 respectively. In practical terms, these CPUs would deliver very similar frame rates in Minimum, as their synthetic performance is effectively identical.

For the RTX 3060 Ti, the nearest GPU rivals show a wider spread. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 scores 16014, which is 0.7% lower than the RTX 3060 Ti's 16129. The AMD Radeon Pro 5600M scores 16351, which is 1.4% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT scores 16361, also 1.4% higher. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862, which is 1.7% lower. A user swapping the RTX 3060 Ti for any of these cards would see similar in-game performance, with the RX 5700 XT and Pro 5600M offering a marginal edge in synthetic tests.

The data indicates that this CPU and GPU pairing is well-balanced, with both components surrounded by rivals that would produce nearly identical gameplay experiences. The limiting factor for 4K is the GPU's capabilities, not the CPU, so upgrading to a stronger GPU would be the path to higher resolutions, while the CPU is sufficient for the resolutions this combo can handle.