Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a robust performance profile in Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. Across all tested resolutions and settings, the combination produces playable frame rates in nearly every configuration, with the only exception being Ultra settings at 4K. The data shows a system that scales predictably with resolution and preset levels, offering a wide margin of performance headroom for most users.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the system exhibits exceptional performance. With Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 278.1 FPS, which is more than four times the 60 FPS playable threshold. Moving to Medium settings reduces the average to 213.3 FPS, while High settings still deliver a very high 177 FPS average. Even at the most demanding Ultra preset, the system maintains an average of 137.4 FPS, indicating that the RTX 4070 is far from being a bottleneck at this resolution.

The 2560x1440 results show a predictable step down in performance as pixel count increases. Low settings produce 179.8 FPS, while Medium settings follow at 135.8 FPS. High settings remain smooth with an average of 114 FPS, and Ultra settings still clear the 60 FPS threshold comfortably at 88.5 FPS. The scaling between 1080p and 1440p suggests that the GPU is handling the additional resolution load gracefully, with the frame rate dropping by roughly 35-40% across all settings, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture becomes more nuanced. Low settings yield 97.4 FPS, and Medium settings still manage 75.1 FPS. High settings drop to 64.3 FPS, which is just above the playable threshold. However, Ultra settings fall to 45.2 FPS, missing the 60 FPS target by a significant margin. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset where the system fails to maintain playable performance. The gap between High and Ultra at 4K is particularly steep, representing a 30% drop in average frame rate, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional effects impose a heavy cost at this resolution.

Across all resolution and settings combinations, the data shows no minimum or maximum frame rate values, only averages. This means the analysis must rely on average FPS as the primary metric for smoothness. The absence of frame time variance data prevents a full assessment of stuttering or frame pacing, but the consistently high averages suggest a generally smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearby rivals that would produce comparable results in Minimum. For the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT, the nearest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H, AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, and AMD Ryzen 5 9600X. The Ryzen 7 7840H has an average benchmark score of 29868, which is essentially identical to the 5800XT's 29879, representing a 0% delta. The Ryzen 7 8845HS and Ryzen 7 7840HS both score 29955, which is 0.3% higher, while the Ryzen 5 9600X scores 29713, which is 0.6% lower. In practical terms, these processors would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Minimum, as the game is unlikely to be heavily CPU-bound at most settings.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P4, AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, and AMD Radeon PRO W6400. The Tesla P4 scores 37628, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4070's 37648. The Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507, a 0.4% deficit, while the RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135, which is 1.3% higher. The Radeon PRO W6400 is the weakest of the group at 37157, representing a 1.3% lower score. These deltas are all within a very narrow band, meaning any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within a few percentage points of the RTX 4070's results in Minimum. For example, the RTX 4080 Mobile might achieve roughly 1-2 FPS more at 4K Ultra, while the RX Vega 56 would be slightly behind.

It is important to note that the rival comparisons are based on aggregate benchmark scores, not game-specific measurements. The performance in Minimum could vary depending on how the game utilizes specific GPU features, but the close benchmark scores suggest a high likelihood of similar real-world behavior.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 137.4 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the system has substantial headroom above the playable threshold, suggesting that even with background tasks or future driver overhead, the experience would remain smooth.

For 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 88.5 FPS. This is still well above the 60 FPS target, providing a comfortable margin for consistent performance. The gap between Ultra at 1440p and Ultra at 1080p is 48.9 FPS, which reflects the increased pixel load.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding playable preset is High, which delivers an average of 64.3 FPS. This is only 4.3 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, leaving little room for fluctuation. The Medium preset at 75.1 FPS offers more headroom, but High is the highest quality that still meets the playable criterion. Ultra at 45.2 FPS falls short and should be avoided at this resolution.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Minimum successfully across most configurations. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1920x1080, all four presets—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable, with Ultra providing 137.4 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same four presets are playable, and Ultra again is the best option at 88.5 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system supports Low, Medium, and High settings, with High at 64.3 FPS being the best playable option.

The only configuration that fails to clear the 60 FPS threshold is 4K Ultra at 45.2 FPS. This means that for 4K gaming, users must compromise on visual quality by choosing High settings instead of Ultra. The data shows a system that is exceptionally capable at 1080p and 1440p, delivering high frame rates even at maximum quality. At 4K, it remains a strong performer but requires a settings adjustment to maintain smooth gameplay.

The overall combo rank in game is 881 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 24% of all tested systems. This is a strong result, indicating that this hardware combination is well-suited for Minimum.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals how the CPU and GPU contribute differently across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with Low settings reaching 278.1 FPS. Such high frame rates suggest that the CPU is playing a more significant role, as the GPU is likely not fully saturated at these lower pixel counts. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 50.6% reduction in frame rate (from 278.1 to 137.4), which indicates that the GPU becomes more influential as the preset demands increase.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop across all settings, with Low at 179.8 FPS and Ultra at 88.5 FPS. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 35-40% for each preset, which is consistent with a GPU-bound workload. The CPU's role diminishes as the resolution increases, since the GPU has more pixels to process, and the frame rate becomes more dependent on graphics card performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. The frame rates range from 97.4 FPS at Low to 45.2 FPS at Ultra, showing significant sensitivity to both resolution and preset. The 4K results highlight that the RTX 4070's limitations become apparent at this resolution, particularly with the Ultra preset. The CPU's contribution is minimal here, as the frame rates are primarily dictated by the GPU's pixel throughput and shader performance.

The scaling between presets at each resolution provides further insight. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 140.7 FPS, while at 1440p it is 91.3 FPS, and at 4K it is 52.2 FPS. This diminishing gap indicates that as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the preset selection has a smaller absolute impact on frame rate. For a game like Minimum, which is a third-person shooter from 2014, the CPU is likely sufficient for all tested scenarios, and the GPU is the primary determinant of performance at higher resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: High settings deliver an average of 64.3 FPS, which is the most demanding preset that stays above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings fall to 45.2 FPS and are not playable.

Q: Can this system handle 2560x1440 at maximum quality?

A: Yes, Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce an average of 88.5 FPS, well above the 60 FPS target. This provides a comfortable margin for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 Mobile?

A: The RTX 4080 Mobile has an average benchmark score of 38135, which is 1.3% higher than the RTX 4070's 37648. In game, this would translate to a minor frame rate advantage, likely a few FPS at most.

Q: What is the only configuration that fails to reach 60 FPS?

A: The only configuration below the playable threshold is 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which averages 45.2 FPS. All other resolution and preset combinations exceed 60 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU have a larger impact on performance at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the high frame rates (up to 278.1 FPS at Low) suggest the CPU plays a more significant role, as the GPU is less saturated. However, the GPU still matters, as evidenced by the drop to 137.4 FPS at Ultra.

Q: What is the system's overall rank among tested combos for this game?

A: This combination ranks 881 out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top 24% of all systems tested for Minimum.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 881st out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places the system in the top 23.7% of all tested configurations, which is a strong showing for a mid-to-high-end desktop setup. The rank reflects the system's ability to maintain high frame rates across most settings and resolutions, with only 4K Ultra falling below the playable threshold.

The ranking is likely driven by the RTX 4070's strong performance in the 1440p and 4K segments, while the Ryzen 7 5800XT provides ample CPU headroom for the game's processing demands. Compared to the 2831 combos ranked below it, this system offers significantly better performance. However, the 880 combos above it may feature higher-tier GPUs or CPUs that can handle 4K Ultra without compromise. For most users, the 881st rank indicates a highly capable system that only struggles with the most demanding settings at the highest resolution.