Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a wide range of performance in Minimum, a third-person shooter released on 2014-06-25. Data from measured FPS tests shows that this combination scales predictably with resolution and graphics preset, with the 1080p results being particularly strong. The following analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, compares the hardware to its nearest rivals, and provides clear guidance on which settings to use for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this CPU-GPU combo covers three resolutions and four quality presets. At 3840x2160, the results show a steep performance curve. With the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 34, which falls well below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Dropping to High raises the average to 45 FPS, still insufficient for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset yields an average of 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 62, indicating noticeable frame dips. Only the Low preset achieves a comfortable margin, with an average of 70 FPS. This makes 4K playable only at the lowest quality settings.

At 2560x1440, the situation improves considerably. The Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, just clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset reaches 84 FPS on average, while Medium delivers 100 FPS with a minimum of 85 and a maximum of 115. The Low preset hits 130 FPS, providing a very fluid experience. All four presets at 1440p are technically playable, but the Ultra setting leaves little headroom for demanding scenes.

The 1920x1080 results show this combo at its best. The Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is well above the playable threshold. High settings produce 130 FPS, Medium reaches 155 FPS with a minimum of 131 and a maximum of 178, and Low settings deliver an impressive 202 FPS. At 1080p, the system has enough performance to handle the game at maximum quality while maintaining high frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have near-identical rivals according to benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has an average benchmark score of 37943 and sits in the 86th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-14901E, which scores 37911 — a mere 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904 (also 0.1% slower), while the Intel Core 5 211E scores 37829 (0.3% behind). The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804 (0.4% behind). Any of these processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Minimum.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639 and ranks in the 61st percentile among all GPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon HD 7790 with a score of 17666, which is 0.2% faster. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 (0.3% slower), the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551 (0.5% slower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509 (0.7% slower). In practice, a system with any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within a couple of percent of the RTX 4060, meaning the playable settings at each resolution would remain the same.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes, but only at the Low preset, which averages 70 FPS. The Medium preset averages 54 FPS, and the High and Ultra presets average 45 and 34 FPS respectively, all below the 60 FPS threshold.

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

A: The Ultra preset averages 64 FPS at 2560x1440, making it the highest quality setting that stays at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset offers 84 FPS for additional headroom.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its closest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 4060 scores 17639 in average benchmarks, while the AMD Radeon HD 7790 scores 17666, making the rival 0.2% faster. This difference is negligible in real-world gaming.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 9700X significantly faster than its nearest CPU competitors?

A: No. The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 37911 versus the Ryzen's 37943, a difference of just 0.1%. The other rivals are between 0.3% and 0.4% slower, so performance is nearly identical.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 99 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience with maximum visual quality.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 1080p provide a better experience than Ultra?

A: The Medium preset averages 155 FPS with a minimum of 131 FPS, while Ultra averages 99 FPS. If you prioritize frame rate consistency over visual fidelity, Medium offers a significantly higher minimum frame rate.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this system can run Minimum at all three tested resolutions, but the experience varies greatly. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, averaging 70 FPS. The other presets fall short: Medium averages 54 FPS, High averages 45 FPS, and Ultra averages 34 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 64 FPS, High at 84 FPS, Medium at 100 FPS, and Low at 130 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system performs excellently across the board, with Ultra averaging 99 FPS and Low reaching 202 FPS. For a 60 FPS target, the safe choices are Low at 4K, Ultra at 1440p, and Ultra at 1080p.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, which achieves an average of 70 FPS. The next step up, Medium, drops to 54 FPS on average, so there is no quality setting between these two that meets the threshold. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, making it the best visual option while still clearing 60 FPS. The High preset provides 84 FPS if more headroom is desired. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, offering maximum quality with plenty of performance to spare. The Medium preset at 155 FPS is the choice for those who want very high frame rates, but Ultra is the recommended setting for the best balance.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 2000th out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it slightly above the median of all tested systems, meaning it is more capable than roughly half of the configurations in the database. The ranking reflects that while the system cannot handle 4K at high settings, it is more than adequate for 1440p and 1080p gaming. The rank is a holistic measure that accounts for performance across all resolutions and presets, and the data indicates this combo is a solid mid-tier choice for this title.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions shows how the balance shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high (up to 202 FPS on Low), suggesting that the GPU is the primary limiter even at lower resolutions, but the CPU has ample headroom. The drop from 155 FPS on Medium to 130 FPS on High at 1080p is modest, indicating that the GPU is handling the increased load without major bottlenecks. Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops by roughly 35-40% across all presets compared to 1080p (e.g., 100 FPS to 64 FPS for Medium-to-Ultra). This scaling is typical of GPU-bound scenarios, where pixel count becomes the dominant factor.

At 3840x2160, the performance collapses more dramatically. The Ultra preset drops to 34 FPS, and even Medium only manages 54 FPS. This sharp decline underscores that the RTX 4060's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus are insufficient for 4K at high quality. In contrast, the CPU's role remains consistent; the Ryzen 7 9700X has enough single-thread and multi-thread performance to avoid becoming a bottleneck, as evidenced by the fact that lowering the preset at any resolution yields immediate FPS gains. The data suggests that for Minimum, the GPU is the determining factor at 4K, while at 1440p and 1080p, both components are sufficiently balanced to deliver playable frame rates across nearly all settings.