Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a decisive performance outcome for Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released in 2014-06-25. Measured data, not speculation, shows this pairing is more than sufficient for smooth gameplay at mainstream resolutions, with the RTX 4060 acting as the clear performance driver. The benchmark results indicate that at 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 99.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, the system maintains playability across all settings, though the Ultra preset dips to an average of 63.4 FPS, leaving a slim margin above the threshold. The only limitation appears at 3840x2160, where only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS bar, averaging 68.6 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Ryzen 7 5700G's average benchmark score of 27051 places it in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rivals show that it trades blows with several Intel and AMD parts. The Intel Core i9-9900K scores 27097, which is a mere 0.2% difference, making it essentially a performance twin for this game's CPU workload. Similarly, the Intel Core i5-14400T sits 0.4% behind with a score of 27166, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is 0.4% ahead at 26936, and the Intel Core i7-1370P trails by 0.6% at 26900. For Minimum, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame pacing, meaning the choice between them comes down to platform preferences rather than gameplay differences.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060's average benchmark score of 17639 places it in the 61st percentile, and its nearest rivals are surprisingly older or integrated parts. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666, a 0.2% gap, while the AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics score 17588, just 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 complete the group at 17551 and 17509, respectively, representing 0.5% and 0.7% deltas. In practice, the data suggests that for Minimum, the RTX 4060's performance profile is closely matched by these alternatives, although the modern GPU brings additional features like DirectX 12 Ultimate and DLSS support that the older rivals lack. The measured FPS figures for this page are specific to the RTX 4060, so expecting identical frame rates from an HD 7790 would be unwise, but the benchmark scores indicate similar raw throughput in certain workloads.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 1080p with maximum settings?*

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with the Ultra preset, the measured average FPS is 99.9, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four settings presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clear the threshold at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest playable settings preset at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset achieves playable performance, averaging 68.6 FPS. The Medium preset falls short at 52.2 FPS, and High and Ultra average 45.8 and 36.9 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest GPU rival in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4060's average benchmark score is 17639, while the AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666, a difference of -0.2%. The AMD Radeon 780M is 0.3% behind, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 trail by 0.5% and 0.7% respectively.

Q: What is the performance gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 132.9 FPS, while Ultra averages 63.4 FPS. This represents a drop of 69.5 FPS when moving from Low to Ultra, a substantial reduction that still leaves Ultra playable.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. The Ryzen 7 5700G scores 24419 in PassMark multithread and 3283 in single-thread tests, placing it in the 79th percentile. The GPU's performance scales consistently with resolution changes, suggesting the RTX 4060 is the limiting factor at higher settings.

Q: Is the 5700G's integrated graphics relevant for this pairing?

A: No. The Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics are present, but the dedicated RTX 4060 with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth handles all rendering. The integrated GPU has no bearing on the measured FPS figures.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a complete picture of this system's capabilities in Minimum. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 202.6 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded in any configuration. Moving to Medium drops the average to 158.2 FPS, and High further reduces it to 128.4 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 99.9 FPS, still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the RTX 4060 has ample headroom, and even the most demanding settings leave performance on the table.

At 2560x1440, the scaling is consistent but more pronounced. Low settings average 132.9 FPS, Medium drops to 101.7 FPS, and High averages 83.7 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 63.4 FPS, which is just 3.4 FPS above the playable threshold. This suggests that 1440p Ultra is playable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes or background processes. The step from High to Ultra at 1440p costs 20.3 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset includes significant visual effects that stress the GPU.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become apparent. Low settings average 68.6 FPS, which is playable but not by a wide margin. Medium drops to 52.2 FPS, High falls to 45.8 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 36.9 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K represents a 31.7 FPS loss, and none of the higher presets approach the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that 4K gaming with this setup requires significant settings compromises, and even then, the frame rate is only marginally above the playable bar.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum with clear playability at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, but 3840x2160 requires careful settings selection. At 1920x1080, the verdict is unambiguous: all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—achieve average FPS above 60, with Ultra at 99.9 FPS. This means users can enable the highest visual quality without worrying about frame rate. At 2560x1440, the system also clears the 60 FPS threshold on every preset, including Ultra at 63.4 FPS, though the margin is slim. For 4K, the verdict is conditional: only the Low preset averages above 60 FPS at 68.6 FPS. The Medium preset at 52.2 FPS and High at 45.8 FPS are not playable by the 60 FPS standard, and Ultra at 36.9 FPS is well below.

The playable settings list from the verdict data confirms these findings. At 3840x2160, only Low is listed as playable. At 2560x1440 and 1920x1080, all four presets are playable. The recommended best settings are Low at 4K, Ultra at 1440p, and Ultra at 1080p, with corresponding average FPS of 68.6, 63.4, and 99.9. For a smooth experience, the data suggests sticking to 1080p or 1440p, as 4K requires dropping to Low settings, which undermines the visual experience that higher presets provide.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals that the RTX 4060 is the primary determinant of performance in Minimum, with the Ryzen 7 5700G providing ample headroom. The CPU's average benchmark score of 27051 places it in the 79th percentile, and its nearest rivals are all within 0.6% of its performance. At 1920x1080, the GPU's workload is relatively light, as evidenced by the 202.6 FPS average on Low settings. This high frame rate suggests the GPU is not fully saturated, and the CPU is capable of feeding it data without bottlenecking. The single-thread score of 3283 in PassMark indicates strong per-core performance, which is relevant for a game from 2014-06-25 that likely relies on fewer threads.

As resolution increases, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p on Ultra settings shows a drop from 99.9 FPS to 63.4 FPS, a 36.5% reduction. This is consistent with the GPU being the limiting factor, as the CPU workload remains relatively constant across resolutions. The further drop to 36.9 FPS at 4K Ultra reinforces this conclusion. The RTX 4060's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra preset likely exceeds the GPU's rasterization capacity, not the memory capacity.

The CPU's integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics are irrelevant here, as the dedicated GPU handles all rendering. The Ryzen 7 5700G's 8 cores and 16 threads, along with its 16 MB L3 cache, provide solid foundation for the game's logic, but the data does not show any CPU-related performance limits. The GPU's 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 24 RT cores are the key specifications driving the measured FPS, and the consistent scaling across resolutions confirms that the RTX 4060 is the component to upgrade first if higher frame rates are desired.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the goal is to find the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the highest quality option that clears the threshold, averaging 99.9 FPS. This leaves a comfortable 39.9 FPS margin, meaning the system can handle Ultra settings without risk of dropping below the playable bar in typical scenes. The High preset at 128.4 FPS and Medium at 158.2 FPS are also viable, but Ultra offers the best visual quality without sacrificing playability.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also qualifies, but with a much thinner margin. The average of 63.4 FPS is just 3.4 FPS above the threshold, which could be problematic in intense combat sequences or areas with heavy effects. The High preset at 83.7 FPS provides a safer buffer, but the data lists Ultra as the best playable setting. Users who prioritize frame rate stability over maximum visuals might prefer High, but the measured average for Ultra meets the 60 FPS requirement. At 3840x2160, the situation is different. The Low preset averages 68.6 FPS, making it the only playable option. The Medium preset at 52.2 FPS falls short, so the recommended setting is Low. This means 4K users must accept reduced visual fidelity to achieve smooth gameplay, and even then, the 8.6 FPS margin above the threshold is modest. The data suggests that 4K is not this system's ideal resolution for Minimum, and 1440p or 1080p are better choices for a balanced experience.