Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 delivers a strong performance profile for Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter. The measured data shows this combination can handle the game at high frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the primary bottleneck appearing at the 4K Ultra preset. The CPU is a top-tier desktop processor, ranking in the 92nd percentile, while the GPU sits in the 68th percentile, providing a balanced foundation for this title.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 3840x2160 (4K)?

A: At 4K, the High preset is the most demanding option that maintains 60 FPS, with an average of exactly 60 FPS. The Medium preset also stays playable at 71 FPS average, while Ultra drops to 45 FPS and does not meet the 60 FPS threshold.

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at Ultra settings at 2560x1440?*

A: Yes. The benchmark results show the Ultra preset at 1440p achieves an average of 84 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 9850X3D has an average benchmark score of 58386. Its closest rival, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M, scores 58323, a delta of 0.1% in favor of the AMD chip. The Intel Core i9-14900 trails by 0.5% with a score of 58115.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 ranks in the 68th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23172. Its direct competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, scores 23273, making the RTX 3080 0.4% slower in this comparison.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1920x1080?

A: At 1080p, the Low preset delivers an average of 267 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 131 FPS. This represents a significant 136 FPS difference, with Ultra still providing more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested CPU and GPU combinations for this game?

A: This specific pairing ranks 1051 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 28% of all systems tested for Minimum.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS varies by resolution, demonstrating the scaling of graphical load.

• 3840x2160: The High preset is the most demanding playable option, achieving an average of 60 FPS. Medium is also viable at 71 FPS, but Ultra falls short at 45 FPS.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset is playable, delivering an average of 84 FPS. This is the highest visual quality available while staying above the 60 FPS threshold.
• 1920x1080: Ultra settings run exceptionally well, with an average of 131 FPS. This allows for maximum graphical fidelity without sacrificing performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates a shift in workload distribution between the CPU and GPU as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the system achieves an Ultra preset average of 131 FPS, which rises to 267 FPS on Low. This wide spread suggests the GPU is not fully saturated at lower resolutions, allowing the Ryzen 7 9850X3D's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a 2228 score in Cinebench R23 single-core, to push frame rates higher.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset average drops to 84 FPS, while Low produces 172 FPS. The relative decrease in performance from Low to Ultra (from 172 to 84 FPS) is more pronounced than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming a larger factor. However, the CPU still has headroom, as the 1440p Ultra score of 84 FPS is still well above the 60 FPS target.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the definitive limiting factor. The Ultra preset falls to 45 FPS, and even the High preset barely maintains 60 FPS. The scaling from 1440p Ultra (84 FPS) to 4K Ultra (45 FPS) shows a 46% reduction in frame rate, which is primarily attributable to the increased pixel count and shading demands on the RTX 3080. The CPU's role is diminished at this resolution, as the GPU's 10 GB of GDDR6X memory and 320-bit bus are taxed by the higher resolution textures and effects.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rival data for both components, several other hardware combinations would produce similar frame rates in Minimum.

On the CPU side, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M has an average benchmark score of 58323, which is virtually identical (0.1% delta) to the Ryzen 7 9850X3D's 58386. Systems using this Xeon would likely see comparable CPU-bound performance. The Intel Core i9-14900, with a score of 58115, is 0.5% slower and would also be a close match. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 is 0.7% faster, potentially offering a slight edge in CPU-heavy scenes.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA P106-100 has an average score of 23249, making it 0.3% faster than the RTX 3080's 23172. This would translate to nearly identical GPU-bound frame rates. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 and AMD Radeon RX 6600M are also within 0.4% of the RTX 3080's score, with deltas of -0.3% and -0.4% respectively. These cards would deliver very similar performance in Minimum, meaning a system with any of these GPUs paired with a similarly performing CPU would produce comparable results.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3712 tested combinations for Minimum, this CPU and GPU pairing holds the 1051st position. This places it in the upper portion of the rankings, indicating solid overall performance. The rank is influenced by the CPU's 92nd percentile standing among all processors and the GPU's 68th percentile among all graphics cards.

The ranking suggests that while this system is not at the absolute top tier for this game, it significantly outperforms the majority of tested configurations. The 1051 rank out of 3712 means it is in the 72nd percentile of all combos, which is consistent with a high-end CPU paired with a mid-to-high-end GPU. The data shows that the system is well-balanced for Minimum, with neither component severely bottlenecking the other at most settings.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Minimum is answered affirmatively by the data. The verdict by resolution is clear:

• 3840x2160: Yes, playable. The High preset is the best option, maintaining an average of exactly 60 FPS. Medium is also playable at 71 FPS, but Ultra is not recommended as it falls below the threshold at 45 FPS.
• 2560x1440: Yes, fully playable. All presets, including Ultra, exceed 60 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 84 FPS, providing the best visual experience.
• 1920x1080: Yes, exceptionally playable. The Ultra preset averages 131 FPS, and even the most demanding settings offer more than double the 60 FPS requirement.

The system clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at all resolutions with the appropriate settings. For users targeting 4K, the High preset is the maximum visual quality that remains fluid. At 1440p and 1080p, Ultra settings are entirely viable, offering high frame rates that make full use of high-refresh-rate displays.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed view of performance across all combinations of resolution and settings.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 93 FPS. This is the fastest setting at 4K, well above the playable threshold.
• Medium: Average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 82 FPS. This provides a stable experience with modest visual improvements.
• High: Average 60 FPS. This is the boundary of playability, hitting the 60 FPS average exactly.
• Ultra: Average 45 FPS. This setting is not playable, falling short of the 60 FPS requirement.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 172 FPS. The highest frame rate available at this resolution.
• Medium: Average 132 FPS, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS. This offers a significant boost in visual quality while maintaining high performance.
• High: Average 110 FPS. A solid option for those wanting better visuals without a major FPS hit.
• Ultra: Average 84 FPS. The most demanding preset is still fully playable, offering the best image quality.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 267 FPS. This is the peak performance, ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors.
• Medium: Average 204 FPS, with a minimum of 174 FPS and a maximum of 235 FPS. This setting provides a large visual upgrade while still exceeding 170 FPS at all times.
• High: Average 171 FPS. A well-balanced preset for most users.
• Ultra: Average 131 FPS. The maximum settings are easily handled, providing a smooth and detailed experience.

The data shows consistent performance scaling across resolutions. The gap between Low and Ultra presets widens as resolution increases, from a difference of 136 FPS at 1080p to 48 FPS at 4K, confirming the GPU's increasing role at higher pixel counts.