Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a decisive performance outcome for Minimum: this combination is overwhelmingly capable of running the game at high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings. The only exception is the 4K Ultra preset, which dips below the 60 FPS playability threshold. Across the board, the data shows a system with substantial headroom, making it a top-tier choice for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates reveal a clear hierarchy of performance scaling with resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, the system is massively overqualified. The Low preset produces an average of 312.7 FPS, which is more than five times the playable threshold. Moving up to Medium yields 235 FPS, while High delivers 200.6 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset at this resolution maintains an average of 151.6 FPS, indicating that the GPU is never the bottleneck at 1080p. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance cost of roughly half the frame rate, but the absolute numbers remain so high that users can max out settings without concern.

At 2560x1440, the performance profile remains excellent, though the scaling becomes more pronounced. The Low preset achieves an average of 201.9 FPS, a significant drop from the 1080p figure but still far beyond what is needed for smooth gameplay. Medium follows at 150.5 FPS, and High at 127.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces an average of 96.4 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS target. The data indicates that the transition from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 35-40% of the frame rate across presets, but the system retains enough performance to keep every setting comfortably playable.

The 3840x2160 results show where the hardware finally starts to feel pressure. At 4K, the Low preset averages 109.9 FPS, which is still a strong result. Medium drops to 81.8 FPS, and High to 69.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 52.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to meet the playability standard. The drop from High to Ultra at 4K represents a 24% performance penalty, which is substantial enough to push the system out of the ideal range. Notably, the gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is over 57 FPS, showing that the resolution is the primary driver of performance variance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X sits in a competitive position with an average benchmark score of 35909. Its nearest rivals are extremely close in performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 35802, a delta of just 0.3%, meaning it would behave nearly identically in Minimum. The Intel Core 7 250H follows at 35728 (0.5% slower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 at 35719 (0.5% slower). The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H rounds out the group with a score of 35670, a 0.7% deficit. In practical terms, any of these processors would produce frame rates within a rounding error of the Ryzen 7 7700X, so users with these chips should expect the same experience.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223. Its closest competitor is the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, which scores 43262, a delta of -0.1%. This means the Quadro is marginally faster but functionally equivalent. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268 (-0.1%), and the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 43301 (-0.2%). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is the most distant rival at 43667, a 1% delta. All of these GPUs would deliver near-identical performance in Minimum, so the choice between them would not meaningfully alter the FPS figures presented here.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor in Minimum's performance, particularly as resolution increases. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is clearly not a limiting factor at any tested setting. The evidence lies in the scaling patterns: at 1080p, the frame rates are so high (200-300 FPS) that even a modest CPU would struggle to keep up, yet the Ryzen 7 7700X handles it without issue. The GPU, however, shows clear signs of workload scaling.

Comparing the 1080p and 1440p results, the average FPS drops by approximately 37% across all presets. This is a classic GPU-bound pattern, as the pixel count increases by 78% but the frame rate does not drop proportionally, indicating that the GPU is still the primary bottleneck. The 4K results amplify this trend: the drop from 1440p to 4K is another 40-45% reduction in frame rate, again pointing to the GPU as the constraining component.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system hits 312.7 FPS, which is likely approaching the CPU's maximum frame delivery capability. However, even at this extreme, the CPU does not cause frame pacing issues, as the data shows no minimum FPS below the threshold. The conclusion is straightforward: the Ryzen 7 7700X provides ample headroom, and the RTX 4070 SUPER is the component that determines playability, especially at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of tested hardware combinations, this pairing ranks 643rd out of 3712 total combos for Minimum. This places it in the top 17.3% of all systems tested, which is a strong result for a game that is not particularly demanding by modern standards. The rank reflects the combination's ability to maintain high frame rates across most configurations, with the 4K Ultra exception being the only notable weakness.

The percentile data reinforces this position. The CPU ranks in the 85th percentile against all tested CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 83rd percentile against all tested GPUs. This means the system is composed of two above-average components, and their pairing does not introduce any unexpected bottlenecks. The rank of 643 is consistent with what one would expect from a high-end CPU and upper-midrange GPU combination, and the data shows that the system performs better than the vast majority of alternatives.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Minimum? The answer is a definitive yes for nearly every configuration. At 1920x1080, every preset—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clears the 60 FPS threshold with massive margins, ranging from 151.6 FPS at Ultra to 312.7 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, the same is true: all four presets exceed 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 96.4 FPS and Low reaching 201.9 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system remains playable on Low (109.9 FPS), Medium (81.8 FPS), and High (69.5 FPS). The only failure point is 4K Ultra, which averages 52.5 FPS, falling short of the 60 FPS target.

The verdict by resolution is unambiguous. For 1080p and 1440p users, the system offers complete freedom to choose any settings without worrying about performance. For 4K users, the system is still highly capable, but the Ultra preset should be avoided if a consistent 60 FPS is required. High settings at 4K provide a 69.5 FPS average, which is a more than acceptable compromise.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 151.6 FPS. This is the optimal choice for users who want maximum visual quality without any performance concerns. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution, as even the most intensive preset delivers more than double the playable threshold.

For 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, averaging 96.4 FPS. This provides a substantial margin over the 60 FPS target, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. The drop from Ultra to High at this resolution is 30.8 FPS, so users who prefer higher frame rates could drop to High for 127.2 FPS, but Ultra remains the recommended choice for visual fidelity.

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 69.5 FPS. This is the sweet spot for 4K, offering a 9.5 FPS buffer above the threshold. Medium (81.8 FPS) and Low (109.9 FPS) are also viable options for those seeking higher refresh rates, but High provides the best balance of quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 52.5 FPS should be avoided, as it fails to meet the playability standard.