Minimum

# How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 302nd out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum, placing it in the top 8% of all configurations. This is a strong result for a third-person shooter released in 2014, indicating that this hardware combination sits comfortably in the upper tier of tested systems. The percentile data reinforces this positioning — the CPU ranks in the 87th percentile against all tested CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 86th percentile against all tested GPUs. Both components are clearly high-performing individually, and their combined ranking reflects that synergy.

The combo's rank is particularly impressive given the game's age. Minimum is not a modern title with demanding ray tracing or advanced geometry requirements, so the headroom provided by this pairing is substantial. The measured FPS data confirms that this combo does not merely meet but vastly exceeds the playable threshold of 60 FPS across all tested configurations.

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CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals an interesting dynamic between CPU and GPU responsibilities at different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system achieves an average of 355.9 FPS on Low settings, which is the highest measured frame rate across all resolution-preset combinations. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU is not the bottleneck — the CPU's single-thread and multi-thread capabilities are sufficient to feed the RTX 4080 SUPER efficiently.

As resolution increases, the GPU load grows disproportionately. Scaling from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 on Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 173.1 to 115, a reduction of approximately 33%. Moving further to 3840x2160 on Ultra, the average falls to 61.4 FPS, representing another 47% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep scaling curve indicates that the RTX 4080 SUPER's rendering throughput becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the Ryzen 9 5900X continues to provide adequate CPU headroom.

The preset scaling tells a similar story. At 3840x2160, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: 121.2 FPS on Low versus 61.4 FPS on Ultra. This 49% performance gap demonstrates that the GPU is heavily engaged at 4K, with each preset increment imposing meaningful additional rendering costs. At 1080p, the same Low-to-Ultra comparison shows 355.9 FPS versus 173.1 FPS — a 51% reduction, though absolute frame rates remain far above playable levels regardless of settings.

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Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080

At Full HD, the combo delivers exceptional performance across all presets. Low settings produce an average of 355.9 FPS, while Medium settings yield 273.3 FPS. High settings average 226.2 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains 173.1 FPS. Every setting at this resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, with the lowest result (Ultra) still delivering nearly three times the playable threshold.

2560x1440

At 1440p, performance remains remarkably strong. Low settings average 226.5 FPS, Medium settings reach 174.7 FPS, and High settings sustain 147.1 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 115 FPS, which is nearly double the playable threshold. The scaling between presets is consistent, with each step up in quality costing roughly 30-40 FPS on average.

3840x2160

At 4K, the RTX 4080 SUPER begins to show its limits, though results remain highly playable. Low settings average 121.2 FPS, Medium settings reach 93.3 FPS, and High settings sustain 81 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 61.4 FPS, which still clears the 60 FPS threshold but with minimal headroom. This is the only resolution-preset combination where the playable margin narrows noticeably.

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Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H with a score of 41263 (0.3% lower), the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H at 41215 (0.4% lower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 at 41208 (0.4% lower). The Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 41576, which is 0.5% higher. These deltas are negligible — any of these CPUs would perform nearly identically in Minimum, with frame rate differences well below 1%.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 scores 54247 on average, just 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209 average. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828 (1.1% higher), while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB reaches 55698 (2.7% higher). The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, 2.8% higher. These small percentage differences suggest that swapping to any of these alternatives would yield nearly identical gameplay experience in Minimum, with all configurations comfortably exceeding 60 FPS at every resolution.

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Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 173.1 FPS. This provides substantial headroom even during intense action sequences.

At 2560x1440, Ultra is again the best choice, averaging 115 FPS. This leaves a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS playable threshold while delivering maximum visual quality.

At 3840x2160, Ultra remains playable with an average of 61.4 FPS. This barely clears the threshold, so players seeking a more consistent experience might prefer High settings at 81 FPS for additional stability. However, the data confirms that even the highest preset at 4K remains technically playable with this hardware combination.

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FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K with maximum settings?

A: Yes. The Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages 61.4 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, the margin is slim, so players may prefer High settings at 81 FPS for greater consistency.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: All three tested resolutions support Ultra settings at or above 60 FPS. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 115 FPS, offering an optimal balance of visual quality and performance headroom. At 1920x1080, Ultra reaches 173.1 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: How does this combo compare to similar hardware?

A: The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-14650HX, scores only 0.5% higher in average benchmarks. The GPU's closest competitor, the RTX 4080, is 0.1% higher in average score. These differences are unlikely to produce noticeable frame rate variations in Minimum.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: At lower resolutions like 1920x1080, the GPU is not the limiting factor — the system achieves 355.9 FPS on Low settings. At 3840x2160, GPU load becomes dominant, with Ultra settings producing 61.4 FPS versus 121.2 FPS on Low, indicating the GPU is the primary constraint at 4K.

Q: Does this combo exceed the 60 FPS threshold at all settings?

A: Yes. Every tested resolution-preset combination produces average FPS above 60. The lowest recorded average is 61.4 FPS at 3840x2160 on Ultra settings.

Q: How much performance drops when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: On Ultra settings, the average drops from 173.1 FPS at 1920x1080 to 61.4 FPS at 3840x2160, representing a 65% reduction. On Low settings, the drop is from 355.9 FPS to 121.2 FPS, a 66% reduction.

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The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: this PC can run Minimum exceptionally well. At 1920x1080, every preset delivers well above 60 FPS, with Ultra averaging 173.1 FPS — nearly three times the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra maintains 115 FPS, providing excellent visual quality with ample performance headroom. At 3840x2160, Ultra averages 61.4 FPS, clearing the playable threshold with minimal margin.

The verdict by resolution confirms that all three tested resolutions support every preset at or above 60 FPS. The best settings at each resolution are Ultra: 173.1 FPS at 1080p, 115 FPS at 1440p, and 61.4 FPS at 4K. This hardware combination ranks 302nd out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top tier of systems capable of running Minimum. Players can confidently enable maximum settings at any resolution and expect a smooth, playable experience. The only caveat is at 4K Ultra, where the 61.4 FPS average leaves little room for frame rate dips during demanding scenes — but the measured data confirms this configuration remains above the playable threshold.