Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination delivers a highly playable experience across most modern resolutions in Minimum, with performance scaling that clearly separates the CPU-bound and GPU-bound regions of this third-person shooter. The data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the system has ample headroom to run high and ultra presets, while 4K requires a careful selection of settings to stay above the 60 FPS threshold. The benchmark results show a predictable drop-off as resolution increases, but the overall profile suggests a balanced pairing where neither component becomes a severe bottleneck until the highest settings are enabled.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is Ultra, which yields an average of 92 FPS. This is a strong result, as it indicates the system can run the game at maximum visual quality with a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. The lower presets also perform well, with High at 120 FPS, Medium at 143 FPS, and Low at 187 FPS, but Ultra is the clear choice for players prioritizing image quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the best playable preset is High, producing an average of 78 FPS. This is the most demanding setting that clears the 60 FPS bar, though it is worth remembering the Ultra preset falls just short at 59 FPS, making it a borderline option for those willing to accept occasional dips. Medium runs at 92 FPS and Low at 121 FPS, both well above the threshold, but High provides the best balance of visual fidelity and performance at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 65 FPS. This is a significant drop from lower resolutions, and it means that 4K gaming requires substantial compromises in settings. The Medium preset averages 50 FPS (with a minimum of 42 FPS), while High and Ultra fall to 42 FPS and 32 FPS respectively, all below the playable threshold. For 4K, the system is only viable at the lowest settings, and even then the margin above 60 FPS is slim.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear shift in component roles. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets, with the difference between Low (187 FPS) and Ultra (92 FPS) showing a 95 FPS spread. This wide gap indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, as increasing the settings workload directly impacts the frame rate. The CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F with 6 cores and 12 threads, is clearly capable of feeding the GPU at these lower resolutions, as evidenced by the high Low-preset numbers.

Moving to 2560x1440, the pattern persists but with a narrower range. Low runs at 121 FPS, while Ultra drops to 59 FPS, a 62 FPS spread. The reduction in overall frame rates compared to 1080p suggests the GPU is working harder, but the CPU still keeps up, as the system maintains high averages on the lower presets. The fact that Ultra falls just below 60 FPS at this resolution indicates a GPU-bound situation where the RX 9060’s compute resources are fully utilized.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s dominance becomes stark. The frame rates collapse to 65 FPS (Low) and 32 FPS (Ultra), a 33 FPS spread. The CPU’s role diminishes significantly, as even the lowest settings cannot push the frame rate much above the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that the RX 9060 is the primary determinant of performance at 4K, with the CPU’s Zen 4 architecture providing sufficient headroom but unable to compensate for the GPU’s pixel throughput limitations. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Low settings (187 FPS to 65 FPS, a 65% reduction) further confirms that the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Ultra: Average 92 FPS, with no minimum or maximum recorded. This is the highest playable preset, offering a smooth experience with a 32 FPS margin above the threshold.
• High: Average 120 FPS. This preset provides a significant boost over Ultra, likely due to reduced shadows and post-processing effects.
• Medium: Average 143 FPS, with a minimum of 122 FPS and maximum of 165 FPS. The minimum still comfortably exceeds 60 FPS, indicating consistent frame delivery.
• Low: Average 187 FPS. This is the fastest setting, ideal for high-refresh-rate displays, with no recorded min/max data.

2560x1440:

• Ultra: Average 59 FPS. This is just below the 60 FPS threshold, making it a questionable choice for strict 60 FPS targets. The data suggests occasional dips could occur.
• High: Average 78 FPS. This is the recommended preset for 1440p, offering a solid 18 FPS margin above the threshold.
• Medium: Average 92 FPS, with a minimum of 79 FPS and maximum of 106 FPS. The minimum is well above 60 FPS, showing stable performance.
• Low: Average 121 FPS. This preset delivers high frame rates, suitable for competitive play or high-refresh panels.

3840x2160:

• Ultra: Average 32 FPS. This is unplayable for most users, as the frame rate is less than half the threshold.
• High: Average 42 FPS. Still below the playable threshold, indicating severe GPU limitations.
• Medium: Average 50 FPS, with a minimum of 42 FPS and maximum of 57 FPS. The minimum drops well below 60 FPS, making this preset inconsistent.
• Low: Average 65 FPS. This is the only playable preset at 4K, with a slim 5 FPS margin above the threshold. The lack of min/max data suggests the average is representative, but the margin is tight.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Minimum at 4K with high settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 42 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The only playable setting at 4K is Low, which averages 65 FPS.

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

A: The High preset is the best choice, averaging 78 FPS. The Ultra preset falls just short at 59 FPS, so High offers the best visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the system perform at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 92 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes 1080p the only resolution where the system can run the game at maximum visual quality.

Q: Are there any settings where the frame rate drops below 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 59 FPS, which is marginally below the threshold. The Medium preset has a minimum of 79 FPS, so all other presets maintain 60 FPS or higher.

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

A: The Low preset averages 187 FPS, while Ultra averages 92 FPS. This represents a 95 FPS difference, highlighting the significant GPU workload increase from the higher preset.

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

A: The GPU is the dominant factor at all resolutions. The CPU, AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, provides sufficient performance, as shown by high frame rates at 1080p Low (187 FPS), but the GPU becomes the bottleneck as resolution and settings increase, particularly at 4K where even Low only reaches 65 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination ranks 2179 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places the system in the 59th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating it performs better than roughly 59% of the combos in the database. The rank reflects a solid mid-tier position, with the system capable of handling the game at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but struggling at 4K. The GPU’s percentile rank of 59 aligns closely with the combo’s overall position, suggesting the RX 9060 is the primary driver of this ranking.

The CPU, with a percentile rank of 77 among all CPUs, is a stronger performer than the GPU. This disparity is evident in the benchmark data, where the CPU’s average benchmark score of 25005 is significantly higher than the GPU’s 16014. The combo’s rank of 2179 is thus limited by the GPU’s capabilities, particularly at higher resolutions where the GPU’s 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus become constraints.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum, but the experience varies significantly by resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold on all presets, including Ultra at 92 FPS, making it fully capable of delivering a smooth, high-quality experience. At 2560x1440, the system remains playable on High (78 FPS), Medium (92 FPS), and Low (121 FPS), though the Ultra preset falls just short at 59 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system is only playable on Low, with an average of 65 FPS, which is a marginal pass above the threshold.

The verdict by resolution is clear: the system is fully playable at 1080p and 1440p with the recommended presets, but 4K gaming requires the lowest settings and even then offers only a slim margin above 60 FPS. For players targeting high refresh rates at 1080p, the Low preset at 187 FPS is exceptional. For 1440p, the High preset at 78 FPS is the sweet spot. At 4K, the system is best avoided unless players are willing to accept the visual compromises of the Low preset.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has nearest rivals that include the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores an average of 24964 (a 0.2% difference), and the Intel Core i7-11850H at 24935 (0.3% difference). The Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911 (0.4% difference), while the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103 (-0.4% difference). These CPUs would behave nearly identically to the 8400F in Minimum, providing similar frame rates when paired with the same GPU.

For the AMD Radeon RX 9060, the nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129 (a -0.7% difference), and the AMD Radeon R9 370X at 15862 (1% difference). The AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852 (1% difference), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15679 (2.1% difference). These GPUs would produce similar performance in Minimum, meaning users with these alternatives should expect comparable frame rates at each resolution and preset. The RTX 3060 Ti is the closest match, with a negligible performance delta, making it a direct substitute for the RX 9060 in this game.