Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a wide spread of performance in Minimum depending on resolution and graphics preset. Benchmark data shows this pairing is fully capable of exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at 1080p and 1440p across all tested settings, while 4K requires a reduction to Low settings to maintain smooth gameplay. The measured frame rates reveal a system where the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions, with the CPU’s strong multi-threaded and single-threaded scores providing ample headroom for the game’s engine.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have close rivals based on aggregate benchmark scores, indicating that other hardware combinations would behave nearly identically in Minimum. For the processor, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F’s average benchmark score of 69996 sits within a narrow band of competitors. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69875, a delta of just 0.2 percent, making it a near-statistical tie. The Intel Core i7-14700KF is 0.2 percent behind with a score of 70163, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X trails by 0.7 percent at 69515. The Intel Core i7-14700K is closest in raw score at 69355, a 0.9 percent difference. In practice, swapping the Ryzen 7 9700F for any of these four chips would yield frame rates within a rounding error, as the game’s performance at 1080p and above is unlikely to be CPU-bound given the high FPS figures recorded.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, placing it at the 61st percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, which is 0.2 percent higher. The AMD Radeon 780M is 0.3 percent behind at 17588, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 follow at 17551 and 17509, representing 0.5 and 0.7 percent deltas respectively. These rival GPUs would produce nearly identical average frame rates in Minimum, though the RTX 4060’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth might influence texture-heavy scenes more than the older competitors. For a system builder, the data suggests that any of these GPU alternatives would deliver a comparable experience at the same settings, with the RTX 4060’s advantage being minimal in aggregate terms.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Ryzen 7 9700F and RTX 4060 shifts predictably as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the CPU’s performance is more relevant, as the GPU can render frames quickly enough to expose processor limitations. The measured average FPS at 1080p ranges from 202 on Low to 99 on Ultra, a spread of 103 FPS. This wide gap indicates that settings changes have a large impact on the GPU workload, but the CPU’s 16 threads and 5.50 GHz boost clock ensure that even the Low preset’s 202 FPS average does not bottleneck the frame delivery. The CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 4691 and multi-thread score of 36470 support this, as Minimum is an older title from 2014 that relies on fewer threads but still benefits from high clock speeds.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 84 on High, 130 on Low, 100 on Medium, and 64 on Ultra. The percentage reduction from 1080p to 1440p varies by preset: High drops by 35 percent, Low by 36 percent, Medium by 35 percent, and Ultra by 35 percent. This consistent scaling suggests that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor at 1440p, as the resolution increase directly raises the pixel count and shader load. The CPU’s role diminishes because the frame rate ceiling is now set by the RTX 4060’s rendering throughput. The 1440p Ultra result of 64 FPS is just above the 60 FPS threshold, showing that the GPU is near its limit for the most demanding settings at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant component. The average FPS falls to 45 on High, 70 on Low, 54 on Medium, and 34 on Ultra. From 1440p to 4K, the reductions are 46 percent for High, 46 percent for Low, 46 percent for Medium, and 47 percent for Ultra. This near-uniform scaling confirms that the RTX 4060’s pixel throughput is the binding constraint. The CPU’s benchmark scores, while strong, are irrelevant here because the GPU cannot generate enough frames to make CPU speed matter. The 4K Low preset’s 70 FPS is the only playable option, and it still represents a significant drop from the 1440p Low figure of 130 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4060 delivers its highest performance. The Low preset averages 202 FPS, with no minimum or maximum values recorded. Medium averages 155 FPS, with a minimum of 131 and a maximum of 178. High averages 130 FPS, and Ultra averages 99 FPS, the lowest at this resolution but still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The gap between Low and Ultra is 103 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes roughly double the GPU workload of Low. All 1080p settings are playable, with even the weakest result providing a 65 percent margin over the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance scales down proportionally. Low averages 130 FPS, Medium averages 100 FPS with a minimum of 85 and maximum of 115, High averages 84 FPS, and Ultra averages 64 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 85 FPS shows that frame pacing remains consistent under load, with no dips below the playable threshold. Ultra’s 64 FPS average is the only result close to the 60 FPS line, but it still clears it by 4 FPS. The data shows a smooth degradation as settings increase, with each step up in quality costing roughly 15 to 20 percent of the average frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4060 struggles to maintain playability at higher presets. Low averages 70 FPS, Medium averages 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62, High averages 45 FPS, and Ultra averages 34 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 46 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that even average performance masks occasional dips that would be noticeable in gameplay. High and Ultra are clearly unplayable by the 60 FPS standard, with averages 25 and 43 percent below the threshold respectively. The Low preset’s 70 FPS is the only 4K option that provides a comfortable margin, and it still falls short of the 1080p Low result by 132 FPS.

The Verdict

Based on the verdictByResolution data, this PC can run Minimum at all tested resolutions, but with significant caveats at 4K. At 1920x1080, every preset—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, providing a 65 percent buffer over the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, all four settings also remain playable, with Ultra averaging 64 FPS, just 4 FPS above the threshold. This means a user can run the highest quality settings at 1440p without sacrificing smoothness, though the margin is slim.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 70 FPS. The Medium preset’s 54 FPS average and 46 FPS minimum fall below the threshold, making it unsuitable for consistent 60 FPS gameplay. High and Ultra are even worse, at 45 and 34 FPS respectively. The verdict is clear: for a 4K display, the system must be configured to Low settings to maintain playability. For 1080p and 1440p users, the system offers full flexibility across all presets, with the only limitation being the Ultra preset’s narrow margin at 1440p.

FAQ

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

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 99, which is 39 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The Low preset is the only playable option at 4K, with an average FPS of 70. Medium averages 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rival in aggregate GPU performance?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, while its closest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666. The RTX 4060 is 0.2 percent behind.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for 4K performance in this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The average FPS drops from 70 on Low to 34 on Ultra, while the CPU’s strong multi-thread score of 36470 indicates it is not the bottleneck at this resolution.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the 1440p Medium preset?

A: The minimum FPS for 2560x1440 Medium is 85, with an average of 100 and a maximum of 115.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 1440p Ultra?

A: Yes, but narrowly. The average FPS for 1440p Ultra is 64, which is 4 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 99 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and the system has ample headroom, as the next lower preset, High, averages 130 FPS. Users can confidently select Ultra for the best visual fidelity without worrying about frame drops.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best playable preset, averaging 64 FPS. The margin over the 60 FPS threshold is only 4 FPS, so users who prioritize stability over visuals might prefer High, which averages 84 FPS. However, the data indicates that Ultra is technically playable, and the Medium preset’s minimum of 85 FPS shows that lower settings provide even more consistent frame delivery.

At 3840x2160, the best playable preset is Low, averaging 70 FPS. Medium averages 54 FPS and falls below the threshold, so Low is the only option that guarantees 60 FPS gameplay. The 70 FPS average provides a 10 FPS buffer, but users should expect some variation given that no minimum FPS was recorded for this setting. For 4K users, Low is the recommended choice, with no higher preset meeting the playability standard.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 2000 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it in the 46th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 54 percent of configurations perform better in this specific game. The rank reflects the RTX 4060’s 61st percentile standing among GPUs, which is offset by the CPU’s stronger 94th percentile position. The result indicates that while the CPU is high-tier, the GPU holds the combo back from a higher ranking.

The ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data: the system excels at 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU can keep up with the CPU’s capabilities, but falls short at 4K, where the GPU’s performance ceiling is reached. The 4K Ultra result of 34 FPS is particularly weak, dragging the overall ranking down compared to systems with more powerful GPUs. For a game from 2014, this combo is adequate for mainstream resolutions, but the 2000th place ranking confirms that it is not a top-tier configuration for Minimum at higher resolutions.