Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination delivers a robust performance profile for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. Measured data shows this pairing achieves playable frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the most demanding settings producing an average of 52.8 FPS at 4K but a comfortable 145.4 FPS at 1080p. The analysis below breaks down how this hardware behaves relative to its closest competitors, where each component contributes most, and which settings to choose at each resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this system each have close benchmark neighbors that would produce broadly similar results in Minimum. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores an average of 25,005 across all benchmark tests, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24,964 — a difference of just 0.2%. This effectively means a system built around the Ryzen 5 7500F would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Minimum. Two Intel parts also sit very close: the Core i7-11850H at 24,935 (0.3% slower) and the Core i7-13620H at 24,911 (0.4% slower). These laptop-derived chips show that the desktop Ryzen 5 8400F holds a slight edge over them, but the gap is small enough that in-game frame rates would be indistinguishable. On the higher side, the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25,103, which is 0.4% above the 8400F — again, a negligible real-world difference.

On the graphics side, the RTX 5070 posts an average benchmark score of 40,377, ranking in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon Pro 580 at 40,318, just 0.1% lower. The Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40,063, trailing by 0.8%. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 slightly outperforms the RTX 5070 in aggregate benchmarks with 40,870, a 1.2% lead. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile sits 2% behind at 39,568. What this means for Minimum is that swapping the RTX 5070 for any of these three AMD cards or the A500 would result in very similar frame rates — the differences are all under 2%, which is within run-to-run variance for most games. The data suggests that the RTX 5070 is positioned in a tightly packed performance cluster, and its advantage over these rivals is marginal rather than decisive.

CPU and GPU Roles

The balance between CPU and GPU in Minimum shifts noticeably as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high: Low settings produce 301.7 FPS, Medium 233.1, High 195.1, and Ultra 145.4. These numbers indicate that the RTX 5070 is not the limiting factor at this resolution — the CPU is likely the bottleneck, as even the most demanding preset clears 145 FPS with ease. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p is a 52% reduction in frame rate, which shows the GPU is still doing work, but the absolute headroom suggests the CPU’s single-thread performance (3,685 in Passmark, 951 in 3DMark single-thread) is what keeps these numbers from going even higher.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain high: Low 194.4, Medium 151, High 124.6, Ultra 94.2. The gap between Low and Ultra here is 51.5%, similar to 1080p, but the absolute values are lower — roughly 35% fewer frames at each setting compared to 1080p. This indicates the GPU begins to take a more prominent role as pixel count increases, but the CPU is still capable of feeding the graphics card enough data to maintain triple-digit averages at most settings. The shift becomes clearer at 3840x2160: Low 101.8, Medium 79.4, High 66.7, Ultra 52.8. The drop from Low to Ultra is 48.1%, and the frame rates now sit in a range where the GPU’s raw throughput (30.87 TFLOPS FP32, 672 GB/s memory bandwidth) is the dominant constraint. The 4K Ultra result of 52.8 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold, confirming that the RTX 5070’s workload at this resolution and preset is the primary factor. In short: at 1080p, the CPU is the star; at 4K, the GPU takes over; at 1440p, both contribute roughly equally.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database’s tested combinations, this specific pairing of AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 703rd out of 3,712 total combinations for Minimum. That places it in the top 19% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing given that the database includes many high-end configurations. The rank reflects the composite performance of both components working together — the CPU’s 77th percentile standing and the GPU’s 82nd percentile standing combine to put this system comfortably above the median. It is importantly this rank is specific to Minimum; the game’s age and relatively modest requirements mean that even mid-range hardware can achieve high frame rates, but this combo’s position suggests it would handle far more demanding titles without issue. The data also implies that the RTX 5070 is doing the heavy lifting in the ranking — a weaker CPU paired with this GPU would likely still rank well, but the Ryzen 5 8400F’s solid multi-threaded scores (20,851 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) ensure it does not hold the graphics card back.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Minimum — and it does so with authority at most settings. The measured data shows that the 60 FPS threshold is cleared at all four presets in 1080p and 1440p, and at three of four presets in 4K. Specifically, at 1920x1080, the system delivers 145.4 FPS on Ultra, 195.1 on High, 233.1 on Medium, and 301.7 on Low — every setting is far above the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra runs at 94.2 FPS, High at 124.6, Medium at 151, and Low at 194.4. The only sub-60 result is at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, where the average dips to 52.8 FPS. However, dropping to High at 4K brings the average up to 66.7 FPS, which clears the threshold. For players prioritizing smoothness over visual fidelity, even 4K Low at 101.8 FPS is an option. The verdict is straightforward: this system delivers 60+ FPS at every resolution except 4K Ultra, and even that can be remedied with a one-step settings reduction.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptional across the board. Low settings produce an average of 301.7 FPS, Medium 233.1, High 195.1, and Ultra 145.4. These numbers suggest that the game is heavily CPU-bound at this resolution — the RTX 5070 has ample headroom, and the Ryzen 5 8400F’s boost clock of 4.70 GHz is likely the factor keeping scores from climbing even higher. The spread from Low to Ultra is 156.3 FPS, a substantial range that gives players full control over the balance between visual quality and raw speed.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 194.4 FPS on Low, 151 on Medium, 124.6 on High, and 94.2 on Ultra. The step-down from Low to Medium is 43.4 FPS, from Medium to High is 26.4 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 30.4 FPS. This shows a relatively even scaling curve, with each preset tier costing roughly 20-30% of the previous tier’s performance. The 1440p Ultra result of 94.2 FPS is particularly notable — it clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, making this resolution a sweet spot for high-quality play.

At 3840x2160, the numbers drop significantly: Low 101.8, Medium 79.4, High 66.7, and Ultra 52.8. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured average below 60 FPS in the entire dataset. The scaling from Low to Medium is a 22.4 FPS reduction, Medium to High is 12.7 FPS, and High to Ultra is 13.9 FPS. Interestingly, the drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is 49 FPS, which is a similar percentage reduction to lower resolutions but with a much smaller absolute floor. The data shows that the RTX 5070’s 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 4K at High settings, but Ultra pushes the card past its comfort zone.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1920x1080 for the highest visual quality while staying above 60 FPS?

A: Ultra settings at 1080p produce an average of 145.4 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, so players can max out the game without concern.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Minimum?*

A: Yes, but with caveats. High settings at 3840x2160 average 66.7 FPS, and Low settings average 101.8 FPS. Ultra settings fall short at 52.8 FPS, so a single step down from Ultra to High is required for smooth 4K play.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 compare to its closest rivals in aggregate performance?

A: The RTX 5070 scores 40,377 in average benchmarks. The AMD Radeon Pro 580 is 0.1% slower, the Radeon Pro WX 7100 is 0.8% slower, and the Radeon Pro 5300 is 1.2% faster. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile is 2% slower.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for hitting high frame rates at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, both components contribute. The CPU’s strong single-thread score (3,685 in Passmark) keeps 1440p Low at 194.4 FPS, while the GPU’s compute power (30.87 TFLOPS) maintains 94.2 FPS on Ultra. Neither is a clear bottleneck at this resolution.

*Q: What is the highest frame rate this combo achieves in Minimum?*

A: The highest measured average is 301.7 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is likely near the game engine’s limit, as the CPU and GPU both have significant headroom at this preset.

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

A: It ranks 703rd out of 3,712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 19% of all systems in the database for this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which delivers an average of 145.4 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the system clears the playable threshold by more than 85 FPS. Players can enable every visual enhancement without worrying about smoothness.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is also the best choice, averaging 94.2 FPS. This is comfortably above 60 FPS, and the 1440p Ultra preset offers a substantial visual upgrade over 1080p Ultra while still maintaining high frame rates. The data shows this is the optimal balance of quality and performance for this system.

At 3840x2160, the best preset that stays above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 66.7 FPS. While Ultra at 4K is technically selectable, its 52.8 FPS average falls below the playable threshold. High settings at 4K provide a solid experience — the 66.7 FPS average leaves a small buffer, and players who prefer even higher frame rates can drop to Medium (79.4 FPS) or Low (101.8 FPS). For the absolute best visual quality at 4K that remains playable, High is the recommended setting.