Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination delivers exceptional performance in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released on 2014-06-25. Measured data shows this pairing handles even the most demanding presets at every tested resolution, with frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold. The benchmark results reveal a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions but shows surprising CPU influence at 1080p, where frame rates climb to levels that challenge even the fastest processors.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 5090 demonstrates its raw power across all four settings. The Low preset produces an average of 142 FPS, which is a substantial jump from the 108.9 FPS seen at Medium. High settings yield 92.6 FPS, while the demanding Ultra preset still maintains a comfortable 66.5 FPS average. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a clear pattern: each step up in visual quality costs roughly 25-35 FPS, with the largest single drop occurring between Low and Medium (33.1 FPS) and the smallest between High and Ultra (26.1 FPS). This suggests the GPU has enough headroom at 4K to absorb the additional load from higher presets without collapsing.

Moving down to 2560x1440, the performance becomes almost excessive for a 60 FPS target. The Low preset achieves 264.4 FPS, which is exactly the same number recorded at 1080p High — an interesting coincidence that hints at a CPU limitation at lower resolutions. Medium delivers 199.1 FPS, High reaches 169.1 FPS, and even the Ultra preset maintains 126.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 137.5 FPS, significantly larger than the 75.5 FPS gap observed at 4K, indicating that the GPU is less of a bottleneck when pixel count drops.

At 1920x1080, the numbers become extraordinary. The Low preset hits 408.9 FPS, which is the highest recorded average in the entire dataset. Medium produces 311.3 FPS, High achieves 264.4 FPS, and Ultra still delivers 200.5 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows diminishing returns in terms of FPS loss per preset tier: Low to Medium costs 97.6 FPS, Medium to High costs 46.9 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 63.9 FPS. This non-linear pattern suggests that the CPU begins to limit performance at very high frame rates, particularly on Low settings where the GPU has little work to do.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 66th out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the top 2% of all configurations in the database. This is an exceptional position, especially for a game released in 2014 that cannot fully utilize the modern hardware. The rank reflects the RTX 5090's dominant position in the GPU hierarchy, as the CPU is a mid-range part that does not carry the same prestige.

The high ranking is driven primarily by the GPU's raw compute capabilities. The RTX 5090 sits in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79842. The CPU, by contrast, is in the 77th percentile with an average score of 24964. The disparity between these two percentiles explains why the combo ranks so highly: the GPU carries the system in this game, while the CPU is merely adequate for the task. Interestingly, the CPU's percentile is still respectable, but it is clearly not the star of this pairing.

This ranking also suggests that many other combinations with weaker GPUs but stronger CPUs would likely score lower in Minimum, because the game's engine appears to favor GPU throughput over CPU speed at higher resolutions. The 66th position out of 3712 combos means that only 65 other configurations outperform this one, which is remarkable given that the CPU is not a flagship part.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the Ryzen 5 7500F and the RTX 5090, with the GPU dominating at higher resolutions and the CPU becoming more relevant at 1080p. At 3840x2160, the performance gap between Low and Ultra is 75.5 FPS, which indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck; the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU even at Ultra settings. The fact that Ultra still achieves 66.5 FPS at 4K confirms that the RTX 5090 is doing the heavy lifting.

At 2560x1440, the CPU begins to show its influence. The Low preset reaches 264.4 FPS, which is exactly the same as the 1080p High result. This equality suggests that the CPU is capping performance at around 264 FPS in certain scenarios, regardless of resolution. The GPU could likely produce higher frame rates at 1440p Low, but the CPU cannot keep up with the draw call throughput required.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes even more pronounced. The Low preset at 408.9 FPS is likely near the CPU's maximum frame rate capability in this game, as the GPU has minimal work at this resolution and preset. The scaling between 1440p Low (264.4 FPS) and 1080p Low (408.9 FPS) shows a 144.5 FPS increase, which is substantial but not proportional to the pixel count difference. This indicates that the CPU is the limiting factor at 1080p Low, while the GPU still has headroom.

The scaling between resolutions at the same preset provides additional insight. For example, High settings drop from 264.4 FPS at 1080p to 169.1 FPS at 1440p (a 95.3 FPS decrease) and further to 92.6 FPS at 4K (a 76.5 FPS decrease). The 1080p to 1440p drop is larger than the 1440p to 4K drop, which is counterintuitive if the GPU were the only factor. This pattern suggests that the CPU is more involved at 1080p, and as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the sole bottleneck.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 7500F provide context for CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core i7-11850H has an average score of 24935, which is 0.1% lower than the 7500F's 24964. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25005, just 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core 5 210H scores 24872 (0.4% lower). These deltas are all within 0.5% of each other, meaning that any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in CPU-limited scenarios at 1080p. A user swapping the 7500F for any of these parts would see virtually no change in Minimum performance.

For the RTX 5090, the nearest rivals are more interesting. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 79605, which is 0.3% lower than the 5090's 79842. The Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 79396 (0.6% lower), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940 (1.1% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80959 (1.4% higher). These deltas are small, but they suggest that the RTX 5090 is not dramatically faster than these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks. However, in Minimum, the RTX 5090's modern architecture and driver optimization likely provide a larger real-world advantage than the raw scores indicate. The Radeon Pro Vega 64X being 1.4% faster in average score would likely still lose in actual gameplay due to differences in feature support and driver efficiency.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering 66.5 FPS on average. This clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin of 6.5 FPS, allowing players to enjoy maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness. The High preset at 92.6 FPS is also viable for those who prefer higher frame rates, but Ultra is the recommended setting since it remains playable.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best setting, achieving 126.9 FPS. This is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, providing an exceptionally smooth experience. The High preset at 169.1 FPS and Medium at 199.1 FPS are also excellent choices for competitive play, but Ultra offers the best visual fidelity while still maintaining high frame rates.

At 1920x1080, Ultra delivers 200.5 FPS, which is the best setting without question. The sheer headroom here means that even the most demanding preset leaves plenty of performance on the table. Players with high refresh rate monitors (144Hz or 240Hz) will easily hit their display's maximum refresh rate at Ultra, while those with 360Hz panels would need to drop to High (264.4 FPS) or Medium (311.3 FPS) to fully saturate the display.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Minimum, and it does so with extraordinary margin. The verdict data shows that all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at every resolution tested, from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. The 60 FPS threshold is cleared by at least 6.5 FPS (4K Ultra) and by as much as 348.9 FPS (1080p Low). There is no scenario in the measured data where this combination fails to deliver smooth gameplay.

The weakest performance point is 4K Ultra at 66.5 FPS, which is still above the playable threshold. For users who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, the 4K Low preset at 142 FPS provides a more than adequate experience. At 1440p and 1080p, the system is effectively overkill, with Ultra presets producing frame rates that exceed most display refresh rates. The data indicates that this combination is well-suited for Minimum at any resolution and any preset, making it a versatile choice for both casual and competitive play.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K Ultra settings?*

A: Yes, the measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 66.5, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four settings at 4K are playable, with Low achieving 142 FPS, Medium 108.9 FPS, High 92.6 FPS, and Ultra 66.5 FPS.

Q: What is the highest frame rate achievable with this combination?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 408.9, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 1440p Low, the average is 264.4 FPS, and at 4K Low, it is 142 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24964. Its nearest rivals — Intel Core i7-11850H (24935), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (25005), Intel Core i7-13620H (24911), and Intel Core 5 210H (24872) — are all within 0.4% of its score, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important for this game?

A: At 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as evidenced by the 75.5 FPS gap between Low and Ultra presets. At 1080p, the CPU becomes more influential, with the Low preset reaching 408.9 FPS while 1440p Low also hits 264.4 FPS, suggesting a CPU frame rate cap.

Q: What is the best setting to use at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers 126.9 FPS on average, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. All presets at 1440p are playable, but Ultra offers the best visual quality while maintaining high performance.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 rank compared to other GPUs?

A: The RTX 5090 is in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79842. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (79605, 0.3% lower) and AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78940, 1.1% lower).