Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is an exceptionally high-end combination for running Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. The benchmark data shows that this pairing delivers frame rates far above the 60 FPS playable threshold across every resolution and settings preset tested. The RTX 5090, with its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance, is the dominant factor in this combo, while the Ryzen 5 9600X’s single-thread performance ensures the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU in this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is the Ultra setting. The data indicates that this combo is not merely playable at maximum quality; it exceeds the 60 FPS target by a substantial margin at every resolution.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the Ultra preset delivers an average of 69.8 FPS. This is the only resolution where the frame rate drops below the triple digits, but it still clears the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable buffer. For players with a 60 Hz 4K display, this is the ideal configuration, as it provides maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the Ultra preset achieves an average of 129.9 FPS. This nearly doubles the 60 FPS target and makes the most of high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The difference between Ultra and High here is significant, but the performance headroom is large enough that players should not hesitate to use the highest settings.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the Ultra preset produces an average of 201.7 FPS. This is well into esports-grade territory, offering an exceptionally smooth experience on 144 Hz or 240 Hz displays. The data shows that this resolution is where the combo is most overqualified, as even the most demanding settings leave massive performance on the table.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X in the CPU benchmark database provide context for its performance. The closest match is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE, which scores 0.2% higher in average benchmark score. Other nearby alternatives include the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H (-0.5%), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT (-0.6%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (-0.8%). These processors would behave nearly identically to the 9600X in Minimum, meaning none of them would introduce a meaningful CPU bottleneck.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 sits at the top of its performance tier, but its nearest rivals in the database are not gaming cards. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 0.3% higher, and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 0.6% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT is 1.1% behind, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X is -1.4% behind. These workstation and mobile parts are not direct consumer gaming alternatives, but the data suggests that any card with a similar average benchmark score would produce comparable frame rates in Minimum, given the game's modest requirements. In practice, only the very top-tier consumer GPUs would come close to the RTX 5090's performance here.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a complete picture of performance scaling.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows:

• Low: 409.3 FPS average
• Medium: 314.1 FPS average
• High: 262.5 FPS average
• Ultra: 201.7 FPS average

The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a predictable drop, with the Ultra preset delivering roughly half the frame rate of Low. However, even the most demanding setting at this resolution is over three times the 60 FPS target.

At 2560x1440, the results are:

• Low: 262.8 FPS average
• Medium: 201.3 FPS average
• High: 167.2 FPS average
• Ultra: 129.9 FPS average

Moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 35-40% across all settings. The Ultra preset at 1440p still delivers more than double the 60 FPS threshold, demonstrating the GPU's headroom.

At 3840x2160, the results are:

• Low: 143.8 FPS average
• Medium: 111 FPS average
• High: 92.3 FPS average
• Ultra: 69.8 FPS average

The 4K results show a similar scaling pattern, but the absolute numbers are significantly lower. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 74 FPS, which is the largest absolute drop across all resolutions. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration in the entire dataset that falls below 100 FPS, yet it still maintains a solid 69.8 FPS average.

The Verdict

The benchmark results are unambiguous: this combination can run Minimum with maximum settings at every tested resolution. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are playable at all three resolutions, with the playable threshold set at 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 69.8 FPS. This clears the 60 FPS target, though with less headroom than at lower resolutions. Players who prioritize frame rate stability over absolute visual quality could drop to High for 92.3 FPS, but this is not necessary for a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 129.9 FPS. This provides an excellent balance of visual quality and performance, making it the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate gaming.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 201.7 FPS. This is the clear recommendation for competitive play, as it offers the highest frame rates while maintaining maximum graphical fidelity.

In short, the data shows no scenario where this combo fails to hit 60 FPS. The RTX 5090 is so powerful that the game's engine, not the hardware, becomes the limiting factor. The only consideration is that the 4K Ultra setting at 69.8 FPS is the closest to the threshold, so users with variable refresh rate displays may want to enable VRR to smooth out any minor dips.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest settings preset that stays above 60 FPS at 4K?

A: The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 delivers an average of 69.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 5090 compared to its nearest rival, the Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB?

A: The Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB scores 0.3% higher than the RTX 5090 in average benchmark score, but this is a workstation card, not a consumer gaming GPU.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 201.3 FPS average.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 9600X bottleneck the RTX 5090 in this game?

A: The benchmark data shows the combo achieves over 400 FPS at 1080p Low, suggesting the CPU is not limiting performance given the game's age and the GPU's dominance.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 409.3 FPS while Ultra averages 201.7 FPS, a difference of 207.6 FPS.

Q: Is the 4K Ultra setting recommended for a 60 Hz monitor?

A: Yes, the 69.8 FPS average at 4K Ultra is above 60 FPS, making it suitable for a 60 Hz display without the need to lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Minimum, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 58th out of 3712 tested combos. This places it in the top 1.6% of all configurations tested for this game.

The high ranking is expected given the components involved. The RTX 5090 sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, and the Ryzen 5 9600X is at the 81st percentile among all CPUs. The combination of a top-tier GPU with a strong mid-range-to-high-end CPU is sufficient to place this combo in the upper echelon of results.

The rank of 58 suggests there are 57 other combinations that perform better. Given that the RTX 5090 is one of the most powerful consumer GPUs available, these higher-ranked combos likely feature even more extreme hardware, such as higher-clocked variants or multi-GPU setups, which are not common in mainstream testing. For practical purposes, this combo is effectively at the top of the performance envelope for a single-GPU consumer system in Minimum. The data confirms that any frame rate issues in this game are not due to hardware limitations but rather to the game's own engine or server-side performance in online play.