Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 pairing delivers a split verdict across resolutions for Minimum. At 4K, only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, while 1440p and 1080p offer full preset flexibility. The recorded data provides a clear picture of where this combo excels and where it runs into limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the data shows a steep performance curve as settings climb. The Low preset averages 67.6 FPS, which is the only playable option at this resolution. Moving to Medium drops the average to 52.1 FPS, a significant 23% decrease from Low. High settings further reduce the average to 42.7 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 32.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial, with Ultra delivering roughly half the frame rate of Low.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the RTX 4060 finds much more headroom. Low settings produce an average of 133 FPS, which is nearly double the 4K Low result. Medium settings maintain a strong 97.7 FPS average, while High settings hit 86.8 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still manages an average of 61.5 FPS, just above the 60 FPS playability threshold. This resolution shows a more gradual scaling curve, with each preset step costing roughly 15 to 20 FPS.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo delivers its best performance. Low settings reach an average of 201.2 FPS, which is exceptionally high for a third-person shooter. Medium settings stay above refresh-rate territory with 154.7 FPS, and High settings produce 130.3 FPS. Even Ultra, the heaviest preset, averages 98.7 FPS, leaving ample margin above the 60 FPS target. The 1080p results indicate that this pairing is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower settings or smooth 60 FPS gameplay at maximum quality.

The database does not record minimum or maximum FPS values for any resolution or preset, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. All measured results come from actual testing, not estimates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the workload shifts between the Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 4060. At 4K, the GPU is the dominant constraint. The average FPS drops from 67.6 at Low to 32.5 at Ultra, a 52% reduction. This severe scaling indicates that the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus are working hard to feed the pixel count, and the CPU has little influence on the final frame rate.

At 1440p, the balance shifts. The RTX 4060 still leads the workload, but the Ryzen 5 3600's six cores and 12 threads provide enough headroom to keep up. The performance delta between Low and Ultra is 71.5 FPS (from 133 to 61.5), which is a smaller percentage drop than at 4K. This suggests the CPU is becoming more relevant as the GPU load per pixel decreases.

At 1080p, the CPU begins to assert its role. The difference between Low and Ultra is 102.5 FPS (from 201.2 to 98.7), but the absolute frame rates are so high that even Ultra stays well above 60 FPS. The Ryzen 5 3600's single-thread performance, as measured by its 3DMark single-thread score of 696, is sufficient to keep the RTX 4060 fed at this resolution. The CPU's 71st percentile ranking among all tested CPUs supports this conclusion, as it sits comfortably above mid-range territory.

The preset scaling at each resolution tells the same story. At 4K, the GPU is the bottleneck. At 1440p, the system is balanced. At 1080p, the CPU has enough power to let the GPU stretch its legs. The RTX 4060's 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2302, confirms it is a mid-range performer that shines at lower resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 67.6 FPS. This is the only playable option at 4K. Medium falls short at 52.1 FPS, and High and Ultra are well below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, every preset clears 60 FPS. The most demanding playable setting is Ultra, which averages 61.5 FPS. This leaves only a slim margin above the threshold, but it is technically playable. For a more comfortable experience, High at 86.8 FPS provides a much larger buffer.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset is Ultra, averaging 98.7 FPS. This is the clear recommendation for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The gap between Ultra and High is 31.6 FPS, so players who prioritize frame rate over visuals can drop to High for a significant boost.

The verdict data confirms these choices: 4K has only one playable setting, while 1440p and 1080p allow all four presets.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum, but the experience depends heavily on the display resolution. At 3840x2160, the system is only playable on Low settings, with an average of 67.6 FPS. This is a functional but limited experience, as the visual quality will be noticeably reduced.

At 2560x1440, the combo is fully playable across all presets. Ultra settings average 61.5 FPS, which meets the 60 FPS threshold, though just barely. Players who prefer stability over maximum eye candy can use High at 86.8 FPS for a more comfortable margin.

At 1920x1080, the system excels. Ultra settings average 98.7 FPS, providing a smooth and visually rich experience. This is the resolution where the pairing makes the most sense, as it delivers high frame rates at maximum quality.

The playability threshold is set at 60 FPS. Based on the recorded data, the Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 4060 clear this bar at 1080p and 1440p with all presets, and at 4K only with Low settings. The combo ranks 2049 out of 3712 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the upper half of the database.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run the game at 4K with High settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 42.7 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Low settings at 67.6 FPS is the only playable option at 4K.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 average 61.5 FPS, making it the most demanding playable preset. For more headroom, High settings deliver 86.8 FPS.

Q: How much performance does the Ultra preset cost at 1080p compared to Low?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings average 201.2 FPS, while Ultra averages 98.7 FPS. The Ultra preset reduces the frame rate by 102.5 FPS, a 51% drop, but still maintains a smooth experience.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The data suggests yes. At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops from 67.6 at Low to 32.5 at Ultra, a 52% reduction. This severe scaling indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 3600 hold back the RTX 4060 at 1080p?

A: No. At 1920x1080, even Ultra settings average 98.7 FPS, and Low reaches 201.2 FPS. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 696 and 71st percentile ranking indicate it has enough performance to keep the GPU fed at this resolution.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: The combination ranks 2049 out of 3712 tested combos in the database, placing it in the 55th percentile of all tested systems.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 pair ranks 2049 out of 3712 tested combinations for Minimum. This places it in the upper half of the database, which is a solid result for a mid-range system.

The CPU component, the Ryzen 5 3600, has an average benchmark score of 17035 and sits at the 71st percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Core i7-1260P scores 17007 (0.2% lower), the Intel Core i5-11400 scores 17067 (0.2% higher), and the AMD EPYC 7742 scores 16998 (0.2% lower). This indicates the Ryzen 5 3600 is very competitively positioned in raw CPU performance.

The GPU component, the RTX 4060, has an average benchmark score of 17639 and sits at the 61st percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are also closely matched: the AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666 (0.2% higher), the AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 (0.3% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551 (0.5% lower). The RTX 4060's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2302 reflects its mid-range positioning.

Given that the combo ranks in the 55th percentile of all tested systems, the data shows that this pairing is a capable mid-range option. The CPU outperforms its rivals by a hair, while the GPU sits in a narrow competitive band. The system's overall ranking is constrained by the GPU's 61st percentile placement, but the CPU's 71st percentile helps lift the combination above the median. For a 1080p or 1440p gaming system, this rank is appropriate: it is not a top-tier setup, but it consistently delivers playable frame rates at high settings in Minimum.