Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a wide range of performance in Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter, with results varying dramatically based on resolution and quality preset. The data shows this pairing is capable of excellent frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but begins to struggle at 4K with higher settings, making it a versatile yet resolution-dependent setup.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU and GPU individually, the benchmark data shows that nearby hardware would produce very similar performance in Minimum. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 sits at the 78th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25,517. Its closest rival, the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, scores 25,530, which is a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 6600H is also nearly identical at 25,550, just 0.1% ahead, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U scores 25,485 (0.1% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U trails by a mere 0.3% with a score of 25,446. These results indicate that swapping the Ryzen 7 5700 for any of these four processors would yield virtually indistinguishable frame rates in Minimum, as the deltaPct values are all within a fraction of a percentage point.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 holds the 61st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17,208. Its nearest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, scores 17,083, placing it just 0.7% behind. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 scores 17,037 (1% behind), and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M scores 17,019 (1.1% behind). Interestingly, the NVIDIA Tesla K40c scores higher at 17,468, sitting 1.5% ahead of the RTX 3070. For Minimum, a system featuring the RTX 3070 would perform almost identically to one using any of these four GPUs, with the largest variance being just 1.5%. This suggests that the specific graphics card model matters little within this performance cluster, as the game's engine appears to respond similarly to this level of graphics throughput.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals distinct scaling patterns that clarify which component dominates Minimum at each resolution. At 3840x2160, the average frame rate drops from 79 FPS on Low settings to 51 FPS on High settings, a substantial 35% reduction. This steep decline as settings increase indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the higher resolution and more demanding effects place significant strain on the RTX 3070's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 5,888 shading units. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are likely sufficient at this resolution, with the graphics card struggling to maintain higher frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the scaling becomes more moderate. Low settings produce 148 FPS, which drops to 113 FPS at Medium and 95 FPS at High, before settling at 72 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 51%, which still points to a GPU-heavy workload, but the fact that Ultra remains above 60 FPS suggests the RTX 3070 has more headroom at this resolution. At 1920x1080, the pattern shifts further. Low settings hit 229 FPS, Medium reaches 175 FPS, High achieves 147 FPS, and Ultra still manages 112 FPS. The relative differences between presets are smaller in percentage terms, indicating that at 1080p, the CPU begins to play a more significant role, as the Ryzen 7 5700's single-thread score of 901 in 3DMark and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 293 become more relevant when trying to push frame rates past 150 FPS.

The data implies that for Minimum, the GPU is the dominant factor at 4K and 1440p, while the CPU becomes a more balanced partner at 1080p, particularly at lower settings where frame rates exceed 200 FPS. The Ryzen 7 5700's 16 MB L3 cache and 65 W TDP provide a solid foundation, but the RTX 3070's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 20.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance are what ultimately dictate playability at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 3070 and Ryzen 7 5700 combination shows clear limitations. The Low preset averages 79 FPS, which comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 61 FPS, with a minimum of 52 FPS and a maximum of 70 FPS, showing that frame times can dip below playable levels even when the average is adequate. High settings drop to 51 FPS average, which fails to maintain 60 FPS, and Ultra falls further to 39 FPS. The data indicates that at 4K, only Low and Medium presets are viable, with Medium being the most demanding playable option.

At 2560x1440, performance improves substantially. Low settings produce 148 FPS average, Medium reaches 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 FPS and maximum of 130 FPS, High achieves 95 FPS, and Ultra still delivers 72 FPS. All four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with even the minimum frame rate at Medium staying well above it. This resolution offers a sweet spot where the GPU can handle Ultra settings while maintaining smooth gameplay.

At 1920x1080, the system excels across the board. Low settings produce 229 FPS, Medium averages 175 FPS with a minimum of 149 FPS and maximum of 201 FPS, High reaches 147 FPS, and Ultra still delivers 112 FPS. Every preset at this resolution far exceeds 60 FPS, with the lowest minimum frame rate recorded (149 FPS at Medium) still being more than double the playability threshold. This makes 1080p the most forgiving resolution for this hardware combo, allowing for maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness.

The Verdict

The verdictByResolution data makes it clear that this PC can run Minimum at all three tested resolutions, but with varying degrees of visual freedom. At 3840x2160, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings, with Medium being the best option at an average of 61 FPS. This just barely clears the 60 FPS threshold, so players who prefer a safety margin might opt for Low at 79 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra being the best choice at 72 FPS, providing a solid balance between visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, every preset is not only playable but exceptionally smooth, with Ultra delivering 112 FPS average. The data confirms that this combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is fully capable of running Minimum at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, while 4K users should stick to Medium or lower to maintain 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations for Minimum, this CPU-GPU pairing ranks 1,589 out of 3,712 total combos. This places it in the upper half of all systems tested, specifically around the 57th percentile of all configurations. While not a top-tier setup, the ranking reflects that the Ryzen 7 5700 and RTX 3070 combination sits comfortably above the median performer for this game. The rank of 1,589 suggests that many higher-end systems with newer or more powerful components achieve better frame rates, but this combo still outperforms a significant majority of alternatives. Given that the RTX 3070 is marked as end-of-life and the CPU was released in 2022, this mid-pack ranking is reasonable, showing that the hardware remains relevant for Minimum despite not being at the advanced.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players seeking the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS, the data provides clear guidance. At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Medium, which averages 61 FPS. This is the only preset above Low that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold, and even then, the minimum frame rate of 52 FPS shows occasional dips below playability. At 2560x1440, Ultra is the best choice, achieving an average of 72 FPS. This provides a significant visual upgrade over High (95 FPS) while still keeping frame rates comfortably above 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, Ultra remains the optimal setting, delivering 112 FPS average. This means players can max out all graphical options at 1080p without any concern for performance. The progression from Medium at 4K to Ultra at 1440p and 1080p illustrates how the RTX 3070's capabilities scale with resolution, allowing for full visual fidelity at lower pixel counts.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1920x1080?*

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 112 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 3840x2160?

A: The Medium preset is the most demanding playable option at 4K, with an average of 61 FPS and a minimum of 52 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 3070 scores 17,208, which is 0.7% higher than the RX 7600 XT's score of 17,083, making them nearly identical in performance.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700 better than the Intel Xeon D-2752TER for this game?

A: The two CPUs have virtually identical average benchmark scores, with the Ryzen 7 5700 at 25,517 and the Xeon D-2752TER at 25,530, a difference of just 0.1%.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 1440p Ultra is 72, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 4K with High settings?

A: No, the average FPS at 3840x2160 High is 51, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold, making it unplayable by the standard metric.