Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers an exceptionally strong performance profile for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. The benchmark data shows this combination is capable of high frame rates even at maximum settings across all tested resolutions, with the only notable compromise occurring at 4K Ultra, where performance aligns precisely with the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination produces frame rates that far exceed standard display refresh rates. The Low preset yields an average of 354 FPS, while the High preset averages 228 FPS. Medium settings show a measured average of 271 FPS, with minimum and maximum readings of 230 FPS and 312 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding configuration, still delivers a strong average of 173 FPS. These results indicate that at 1080p, the CPU and GPU combination is rarely constrained by graphical workload, allowing the hardware to operate well within its performance envelope.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high but show a predictable decline from the 1080p results. The Low preset averages 228 FPS, matching the 1080p High preset exactly, which demonstrates that resolution scaling affects the Low preset less than other settings. The High preset averages 147 FPS, while Medium averages 175 FPS with a minimum of 149 FPS and maximum of 201 FPS. The Ultra preset maintains a strong average of 112 FPS, which is still nearly double the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data shows a consistent scaling pattern from 1080p to 1440p, with average FPS reductions ranging from approximately 35% to 52% depending on the preset.

At 3840x2160, the performance profile changes more dramatically. The Low preset averages 123 FPS, which remains well above the playable threshold. Medium settings produce an average of 94 FPS, with a minimum of 80 FPS and maximum of 108 FPS. The High preset averages 79 FPS, showing that even at 4K, this hardware combination maintains smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset is the only configuration that approaches the playable limit, averaging exactly 60 FPS. This figure represents the only measured result where the hardware is fully utilized, indicating that 4K Ultra is the boundary condition for this system in Minimum.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a more pronounced impact on performance compared to the 1080p to 1440p transition. For instance, the High preset drops from 147 FPS at 1440p to 79 FPS at 4K, a reduction of approximately 46%. The Ultra preset falls from 112 FPS to 60 FPS, a 46% reduction as well. This consistent percentage decline across presets suggests that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K, while at lower resolutions the CPU retains more headroom.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU benchmarks place the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X in a specific tier with an average benchmark score of 35909, ranking in the 85th percentile against all CPUs. The nearest rivals show very small performance deltas, indicating that users would experience nearly identical CPU-bound behavior in Minimum. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 35802, a delta of 0.3% from the 7700X. The Intel Core 7 250H scores 35728, just 0.5% lower. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 also scores 35728, matching the Intel part at a 0.5% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H scores 35670, a 0.7% difference. These sub-1% deltas mean that for CPU-bound scenarios in Minimum, any of these four alternatives would produce statistically indistinguishable frame rates.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, ranking in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals show similarly tight deltas. The standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 scores 54247, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the SUPER variant is marginally slower in aggregate benchmarks despite its name. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 2.7% higher, and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, 2.8% higher. These deltas are small enough that in Minimum, the choice between these GPUs would not produce a visible difference in frame rates, particularly at 1080p and 1440p where the system is likely CPU-limited.

The practical implication is that this system sits in a performance cluster where swapping the CPU or GPU for any of the nearest rivals would yield changes of less than 3% in aggregate benchmarks. For a game like Minimum with relatively modest requirements, such small deltas translate to frame rate differences of only a few FPS, well within run-to-run variance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals distinct roles for the CPU and GPU across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high, with the Low preset reaching 354 FPS. This figure suggests that the CPU is the primary limiting factor, as the GPU should easily handle the low graphical load. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 181 FPS, from 354 FPS to 173 FPS, which shows that the GPU still contributes to performance scaling but does not fully constrain the system.

At 2560x1440, the CPU remains a significant factor, but the GPU begins to exert more influence. The Low preset at 1440p matches the High preset at 1080p at exactly 228 FPS, indicating that the additional pixel count at 1440p Low is equivalent to the higher graphical fidelity at 1080p High in terms of GPU load. The scaling from 1080p Low (354 FPS) to 1440p Low (228 FPS) represents a 36% reduction, which is substantial but not proportional to the 78% increase in pixel count. This suggests that CPU threading and game engine overhead play a role in limiting performance at lower settings.

At 3840x2160, the role shifts decisively to the GPU. The Low preset at 4K averages 123 FPS, which is still high but represents a 46% drop from the 1440p Low figure. The Ultra preset at 4K averages exactly 60 FPS, matching the playable threshold. The fact that the 4K Ultra result equals the threshold precisely suggests that the GPU is fully saturated at this configuration. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 4 architecture, has ample headroom even at 4K, as evidenced by the strong Low preset performance of 123 FPS.

Comparing the Medium preset across resolutions provides insight into the balance. At 1080p Medium, the average is 271 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it drops to 175 FPS, a 35% reduction. At 4K Medium, it falls to 94 FPS, a 46% reduction from 1440p. The increasing percentage drops as resolution rises indicate that the GPU workload grows non-linearly, and the GPU becomes the dominant constraint at 4K.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear: this system can run Minimum at all tested resolutions and presets, and every configuration clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, all four presets—Low at 123 FPS, Medium at 94 FPS, High at 79 FPS, and Ultra at 60 FPS—are playable. The Ultra preset sits exactly at the threshold, which means it is technically playable but leaves no headroom for frame time spikes. The Medium and High presets at 4K offer safer margins, with 34% and 32% headroom above 60 FPS respectively.

At 2560x1440, the system delivers exceptional performance across the board. The Ultra preset averages 112 FPS, which is 87% above the playable threshold. The High preset at 147 FPS and Medium at 175 FPS provide substantial headroom, while the Low preset at 228 FPS is suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. At 1920x1080, all presets exceed 170 FPS, with the Low preset reaching 354 FPS, making this resolution the sweet spot for competitive play or maximum smoothness.

The data indicates that the system is overqualified for Minimum at 1080p and 1440p, with performance far exceeding the needs of standard 60 Hz or 144 Hz monitors. At 4K, the system remains capable, but the Ultra preset should be considered the boundary condition. Users who prioritize consistent frame times at 4K might prefer the High preset at 79 FPS for additional margin.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best settings that maintain at or above 60 FPS are the Ultra preset, which achieves an average of exactly 60 FPS. This is the most demanding configuration that remains playable, but the lack of headroom means it is only suitable for users who accept the threshold as their floor. The High preset at 79 FPS offers a safer alternative with 32% more performance.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, averaging 112 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold while delivering maximum graphical quality. The 112 FPS average also supports 100 Hz displays without compromise.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 173 FPS, making it the clear best choice. This configuration delivers the highest visual fidelity while still providing frame rates that exceed most high-refresh-rate monitors. The gap between Ultra at 173 FPS and Medium at 271 FPS is substantial, but the Ultra preset remains well above any playability concerns.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination ranks 311 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places the system in the top 8.4% of all tested configurations. The percentile rankings for the individual components support this position: the CPU ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, and the GPU ranks in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The combo rank of 311 suggests that the pairing performs slightly better than the individual component percentiles might imply, likely due to the game’s ability to leverage both the CPU’s multi-threading capabilities and the GPU’s raw throughput.

Given that the game was released in 2014 and this hardware is from 2022 and 2024 respectively, the high rank is unsurprising. The system is positioned far above the median tested combo, and the benchmark results confirm that it can handle the game at maximum settings with only the 4K Ultra preset approaching the limits of playability.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 4K with all settings enabled?*

A: Yes, the 3840x2160 Ultra preset achieves an average of exactly 60 FPS, which meets the playable threshold. However, there is no headroom, so frame time spikes could occasionally drop below 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming on this hardware?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 112 FPS, which is the most demanding setting that still provides a substantial margin above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 in benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, while the RTX 4080 scores 54247, a delta of -0.1%. This means the SUPER is essentially identical in aggregate performance to its predecessor.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 7700X a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 SUPER in this game?

A: At 1080p Low, the system reaches 354 FPS, indicating the CPU limits performance. At 4K Ultra, the system averages 60 FPS, showing the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The CPU has sufficient headroom at higher resolutions.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured average is 271 FPS, with minimum and maximum readings of 230 FPS and 312 FPS respectively. This is far above any standard display refresh rate.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: It ranks 311 out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top 8.4% of all configurations tested for Minimum.