Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a decisive performance envelope for Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter. The data shows this pairing is far more capable than the game’s demands, with even the most demanding preset at 4K averaging 53 FPS. The RTX 4070 SUPER, with its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth, does the heavy lifting, while the 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 5500 (boosting to 4.20 GHz) provides ample headroom. This analysis breaks down exactly what to expect at each resolution and settings level, based strictly on measured FPS data.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each sit near specific rivals in the benchmark database, meaning interchangeable performance can be found from other hardware. For the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, the nearest competitor is the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430, which scores an average of 19617 versus the 5500’s 19593, a negligible 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i7-10700F is 0.5% ahead, while the Intel Core i5-12500 trails by 0.4% and the Intel Core i5-11600KF trails by 0.7%. In practice, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame pacing in Minimum, as the game is unlikely to stress all 12 threads heavily.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 43223 places it in a tight cluster with three other high-end cards. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB is essentially identical, at 43262 (0.1% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile matches at 43268 (0.1% higher). The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (non-24GB) is 0.2% ahead, while the RTX 4090 Mobile is 1% ahead. For Minimum, any of these GPUs would produce similar results, though the desktop RTX 4070 SUPER’s 220 W TDP and dual-slot cooler make it a practical choice compared to workstation or mobile parts. The GPU’s 83rd percentile ranking versus all GPUs confirms it sits well above typical mid-range hardware.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern: the RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component, and the Ryzen 5 5500 is rarely a bottleneck. Looking at the FPS scaling across resolutions, the GPU’s workload increases dramatically as resolution rises, while the CPU’s role stays constant. At 1920x1080 Low, the combination hits 310 FPS, which is so far beyond the 60 FPS playable threshold that the CPU’s single-thread performance (836 in 3dmark_single_thread) is the only limiting factor. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average drops to 53 FPS, a 73% reduction from 1080p Low, which is classic GPU-bound behavior.

The Ryzen 5 5500’s multi-threaded scores (16429 in Cinebench R23 multicore) are more than sufficient for a game from 2014. The GPU’s raw throughput—35.48 TFLOPS FP32 and a 554.4 GTexel/s texture rate—is what drives the frame rates. At 2560x1440 Ultra, the combo averages 98 FPS, showing the GPU still has headroom. The CPU’s role becomes more visible at lower resolutions: at 1080p Low, the 310 FPS average is likely close to the CPU’s maximum frame output, given the Ryzen 5 5500’s 73rd percentile standing among all CPUs. For this game, the GPU matters more at every resolution, but the CPU prevents any artificial ceiling until you approach 300+ FPS territory.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides exact figures for all twelve combinations of resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally fast. Low settings produce an average of 310 FPS. Medium settings average 237 FPS, with a minimum of 202 and maximum of 273 FPS. High settings average 199 FPS. Ultra settings still average 152 FPS, which is over 2.5x the 60 FPS threshold. No minimum or maximum values were recorded for Low, High, or Ultra at this resolution, but the averages are consistently high.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings average 200 FPS. Medium settings average 153 FPS, with a range of 130 to 176 FPS. High settings average 128 FPS. Ultra settings average 98 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The step from Medium to High at 1440p costs 25 FPS (153 to 128), while the step from High to Ultra costs 30 FPS (128 to 98). These are notable drops, but even the lowest Ultra number is comfortable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU starts to show its limits. Low settings average 108 FPS. Medium settings average 82 FPS, with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95 FPS. High settings average 69 FPS, which just clears the 60 FPS mark. Ultra settings drop to an average of 53 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The data shows a clear linear degradation: from Low to Medium, an 26 FPS drop; from Medium to High, a 13 FPS drop; from High to Ultra, a 16 FPS drop. The minimum FPS of 70 at Medium 4K is noteworthy—it suggests the frame time consistency is good, but Ultra at 4K is not viable.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Minimum, and the verdict depends entirely on the resolution. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable. The data shows the best playable setting is Ultra, which averages 152 FPS, far exceeding the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, every preset is also playable, with Ultra averaging 98 FPS. At 3840x2160, the situation changes: Ultra averages 53 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, High settings at 4K average 69 FPS, which clears the bar. The verdictByResolution data confirms this: at 4K, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best. At 1440p and 1080p, all four settings are playable.

For a 2014 game, this is overkill. Even at 4K Medium, the average of 82 FPS provides a smooth experience, and the minimum of 70 FPS ensures no stutter. The only setting to avoid is 4K Ultra, which falls short. If you have a 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitor, 1440p Ultra at 98 FPS is the sweet spot, while 1080p Ultra at 152 FPS will push high-refresh displays to their limit.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 + RTX 4070 SUPER combination ranks 644th out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it in the top 17.4% of all systems in the database. The rank is heavily influenced by the GPU’s strength, as the RTX 4070 SUPER’s 83rd percentile rank among all GPUs is the primary driver. The CPU’s 73rd percentile rank is solid but not exceptional. The fact that this combo ranks higher than 3068 other combos means it outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for this game, including many that pair stronger CPUs with weaker GPUs.

The rank of 644 is notable because Minimum is not a demanding title. Many lower-tier GPUs can run it at 60 FPS, but the RTX 4070 SUPER’s ability to maintain 69 FPS at 4K High pushes this combo up the rankings. The data suggests that if you were to swap the CPU for a higher-end model, the rank would improve only marginally, as the GPU is already the limiting factor at 4K Ultra. Conversely, swapping the GPU for a weaker one would drop the rank significantly, as the 1080p and 1440p frame rates would fall below the 200+ FPS territory this combo achieves.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data, the best settings for each resolution are those that maximize visual quality while staying at or above 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that clears 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 152 FPS. This is the clear choice for any 1080p gamer. At 2560x1440, Ultra is also the best, averaging 98 FPS. This leaves enough headroom for a 144 Hz monitor, although you will not hit the full refresh rate. At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, which averages 69 FPS. The data shows that Ultra at 4K averages 53 FPS, so you must drop to High for a smooth experience.

For those prioritizing frame rate over visuals, the numbers are equally clear. At 4K, Low settings average 108 FPS, which is ideal for a 120 Hz 4K display. At 1440p, Low averages 200 FPS, opening the door to 240 Hz gaming. At 1080p, Low averages 310 FPS, which is beyond the refresh rate of virtually all monitors. The practical advice is to use Ultra at 1080p and 1440p, and High at 4K. If you need a buffer for competitive play, Medium at 4K (averaging 82 FPS) is a safer bet than High, as its 70 FPS minimum is more consistent.