Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a performance profile that depends heavily on the resolution and the quality preset you choose. The game Minimum is a third-person shooter from 2014, and the measured FPS data shows that this system is versatile enough for high-refresh gameplay at standard resolutions, though it demands careful settings management at 4K. The data provides a clear picture of where this build excels and where its limits are reached.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS varies significantly by resolution, according to the measured results.

At 1920x1080, the system has substantial headroom. The Ultra preset achieves an average of 106.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding setting you can use at this resolution, and it is the recommended choice for a fully immersive experience. All lower presets—High, Medium, and Low—also clear the threshold with averages of 139.7, 161.7, and 213.8 FPS respectively, but Ultra is the best balance of visual quality and performance.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still holds an average of 65.5 FPS, keeping it above the 60 FPS line. This makes Ultra the best setting for this resolution as well. The High preset averages 90.6 FPS, Medium 107.2 FPS, and Low 136.9 FPS, all comfortably playable. The data indicates that 1440p Ultra is a viable option for this hardware combination, but it is the highest preset you can run before performance drops below the playable mark.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 74.8 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 56.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, and High drops further to 49.3 FPS. Ultra is the most demanding preset at this resolution, but it only reaches an average of 35.1 FPS. For 4K gaming, you must use Low settings to secure a smooth experience; any higher preset sacrifices the frame rate target.

CPU and GPU Roles

The balance between CPU and GPU responsibility shifts across resolutions, and the benchmark data reveals how the workload scales. The Ryzen 9 5900X, with its 12 cores and 24 threads, provides a strong foundation, but the RTX 5060's performance is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the GPU is not fully stressed by the lower pixel count, allowing very high frame rates. The jump from Low to Ultra presets shows a performance cost of roughly 50% (from 213.8 down to 106.6 FPS), suggesting that the GPU is handling the increased shading and texture load. The CPU has ample headroom at this resolution, as evidenced by the high scores in synthetic benchmarks like Cinebench R23 multicore (16262) and Passmark multithread (39002). The system is likely GPU-bound at 1080p, meaning the graphics card determines the final frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the pixel count increases by 78% compared to 1080p, which directly pressures the GPU. The FPS drops across all presets relative to 1080p, with Ultra going from 106.6 to 65.5 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary performance determinant. The CPU still has compute headroom, but the RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus are working harder to fill the additional pixels. The GPU's role is clearly dominant here.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The pixel count quadruples from 1080p, and the performance collapse is evident: Ultra drops to 35.1 FPS, a 67% reduction from the 1080p Ultra result. The CPU's capabilities, such as its 64 MB L3 cache and high single-thread score of 1527 in Cinebench R23, cannot compensate for the GPU's inability to process 4K geometry and textures at high quality. The data shows that the RTX 5060 is the component that matters most for this game, especially as resolution increases.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. All values are average FPS, as the data does not include minimum or maximum frame times.

Starting at 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well. Low settings produce an average of 213.8 FPS, Medium 161.7 FPS, High 139.7 FPS, and Ultra 106.6 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 107.2 FPS, which demonstrates that the GPU has enough raw power to maintain high refresh rates even with maximal settings. This is the resolution where the system feels most responsive.

At 2560x1440, the averages remain high but show the expected decline from 1080p. Low settings average 136.9 FPS, Medium 107.2 FPS, High 90.6 FPS, and Ultra 65.5 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that comes close to the 60 FPS threshold, but it still clears it by a comfortable margin of 5.5 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is roughly a 30-40% reduction in FPS across all presets, which is consistent with the increased pixel workload.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low settings average 74.8 FPS, which is the only preset that remains playable. Medium drops to 56.1 FPS, High to 49.3 FPS, and Ultra to 35.1 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 39.7 FPS, showing that the quality presets have a massive impact on the GPU's ability to sustain frame rates. The data clearly indicates that 4K is only viable with the lowest settings for this hardware.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering this CPU-GPU pairing, the nearest rivals provide context on what other components would behave similarly. The CPU benchmarks show that the Ryzen 9 5900X has an average score of 41376, and its closest competitors are all within a narrow performance band.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has an average score of 41263, which is 0.3% lower than the 5900X. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H scores 41215, also 0.4% lower. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 matches closely at 41208, a 0.4% difference. The Intel Core i7-14650HX is slightly faster at 41576, which is 0.5% higher than the 5900X. These deltas are minimal, meaning all these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Minimum when paired with the same GPU. The 5900X sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, so these rivals represent other high-end processors that would not cause a perceptible difference in gameplay.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331 and sits in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are similarly matched. The AMD Radeon 860M scores 26401, just 0.3% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce MX550 scores 26421, also 0.3% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary is 0.8% higher at 26553, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT scores 26011, which is 1.2% lower. These differences are negligible in practice, so any of these GPUs would deliver nearly identical FPS in the measured presets. For example, at 1080p Ultra, the RTX 5060 averages 106.6 FPS; a Radeon RX 6750 XT would likely produce a very similar result given the 1.2% score delta.

The practical takeaway is that if you are comparing systems, a Ryzen 9 5900X with an RX 6750 XT would feel the same as this build, and an Intel Core Ultra 7 366H with an RTX 5060 would also be indistinguishable in Minimum. The performance rankings are so tight that component choice among these rivals is not a deciding factor.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 60 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 106.6, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset for 4K gaming with this hardware?

A: The Low preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS at 3840x2160, with an average of 74.8 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to the Radeon RX 6750 XT?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 26331, while the RX 6750 XT scores 26011. The RX 6750 XT is 1.2% lower, meaning the RTX 5060 is slightly faster, but the difference would not be noticeable in gameplay.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5900X a bottleneck for this game at 1440p?

A: No. The CPU is in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, and at 2560x1440 the Ultra preset still achieves 65.5 FPS. The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, not the CPU.

Q: What FPS can I expect at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 107.2, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for smooth gameplay.

Q: Does the data include minimum or maximum FPS values?

A: No. The benchmark data only provides average FPS for each resolution and settings combination. No minimum or maximum frame rate data is available in the fact pack.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum effectively, but the verdict depends on your target resolution. The data shows that the system is fully capable at 1080p and 1440p, with every preset clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold at both resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system is excellent. The Ultra preset delivers 106.6 FPS, and even the most demanding settings are far above the playable mark. This is the resolution where the hardware shines, offering high-refresh-rate performance without compromise.

At 2560x1440, the system remains strong. The Ultra preset averages 65.5 FPS, which clears the threshold by a modest margin. All other presets—High, Medium, and Low—perform better, so you have flexibility to prioritize visual quality or frame rate. This is a playable resolution for this build.

At 3840x2160, the system is limited. Only the Low preset stays above 60 FPS with an average of 74.8 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 56.1 FPS, and Ultra drops to 35.1 FPS. If you own a 4K display, you must accept Low settings to maintain a smooth experience; higher presets will result in noticeable stutter and reduced responsiveness.

The verdict is clear: this combination is a capable 1080p and 1440p gaming setup for Minimum, but it is not suited for high-quality 4K play. The RTX 5060's 8 GB memory and the GPU's overall performance ceiling are the deciding factors at 4K, while the Ryzen 9 5900X provides more than enough compute power for the game's demands. Choose your resolution accordingly, and the system will deliver a solid experience.