Minimum

Can AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile run Minimum? The short answer is yes, with room to spare at standard resolutions. Measured data from the FACT PACK shows this combination clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 on nearly every preset, while 3840x2160 requires a drop to Low settings. The combo ranks 2262 out of 3712 tested configurations in this game, placing it in the upper half of the field, though its absolute performance is tempered by the mobile GPU’s 67th percentile standing among all GPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this combination scales across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally strong. Low settings produce an average of 180 FPS, while Medium averages 138 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 158 FPS. High settings average 116 FPS, and even the most demanding Ultra preset sustains an average of 88 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system never approaches the 60 FPS floor, and frame pacing remains well above the threshold even in the worst captured moments.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains robust but begins to show the GPU’s limitations. Low settings average 116 FPS, Medium averages 89 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS and a maximum of 102 FPS, and High averages 75 FPS. Ultra is the first preset to dip below the 60 FPS target, averaging 57 FPS. This means the combo can handle high-fidelity gaming at 1440p, but the most extreme preset falls just short of the playable mark, suggesting that users seeking Ultra quality will need to accept a slight compromise in smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes dramatically. Low settings average 62 FPS, barely clearing the threshold. Medium averages 48 FPS with a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 55 FPS, while High averages 40 FPS and Ultra averages 31 FPS. The data shows that 4K is only viable on the lowest preset, and even then, the average is within a hair of the 60 FPS target. Higher presets at 4K produce frame rates that would likely feel stuttery and inconsistent, making this resolution a poor fit for the GPU’s memory bandwidth and compute capacity.

The minimum and maximum FPS values, where available, add texture to the averages. At 1920x1080 Medium, the spread from 117 FPS to 158 FPS shows a variance of 41 FPS, indicating some scene-dependent fluctuation, but the floor remains comfortably high. At 2560x1440 Medium, the spread from 75 FPS to 102 FPS is tighter, and the minimum exactly matches the playable threshold, suggesting that brief dips could occur but would not ruin the experience. At 3840x2160 Medium, the 41 FPS minimum confirms that the combo struggles to maintain fluid motion, as the gap between minimum and average (7 FPS) is narrow but the absolute value is low.

Across all resolutions, the scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent. At 1080p, the drop from Low to Ultra is 92 FPS (180 to 88), a 51% reduction. At 1440p, the drop from Low to Ultra is 59 FPS (116 to 57), a 51% reduction as well. At 4K, the drop from Low to Ultra is 31 FPS (62 to 31), a 50% reduction. This consistency suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as the CPU’s 95th percentile standing among all processors means it is unlikely to limit frame rates in this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

The best settings per resolution are defined as the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. Based on the measured data, the recommendations are clear.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 88 FPS. This is the highest preset available, and the combo not only clears the threshold but does so with a 28 FPS margin. This makes 1080p the ideal resolution for this system, as it can run the game at maximum fidelity without any performance concerns.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, with an average of 75 FPS. Ultra falls to 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so High is the optimal choice. The 15 FPS margin above the floor provides some headroom for demanding scenes, and the visual difference between High and Ultra is often minimal in third-person shooters.

At 3840x2160, the best settings are Low, with an average of 62 FPS. This is the only preset at 4K that clears the threshold, and it does so by a slim 2 FPS margin. The data indicates that 4K is borderline playable, but the lack of headroom means any particularly intense sequence could drop below 60 FPS. For a smooth experience, users should consider lowering the resolution or accepting occasional dips.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Minimum at 1920x1080 on Ultra settings?

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 Ultra is 88 FPS, which is 28 FPS above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the best possible preset at this resolution, and the system handles it with ease.

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: High settings, with an average of 75 FPS. Ultra at 1440p drops to 57 FPS, which is below the threshold, so High is the most demanding playable option.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this hardware?

A: Only on Low settings, which average 62 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra at 3840x2160 produce averages of 48 FPS, 40 FPS, and 31 FPS respectively, all of which are below the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the combo’s performance compare to other tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 2262 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the upper portion of the database. This rank reflects the GPU’s 67th percentile standing among all GPUs, while the CPU’s 95th percentile helps ensure the system is not CPU-bound.

Q: What frame rate can users expect at 1920x1080 Medium?

A: The average is 138 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS and a maximum of 158 FPS. This provides a smooth and consistent experience, with all recorded frames well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the combo ever drop below 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: At Medium settings, the minimum recorded FPS is 75, which is above the threshold. At High settings, the average is 75 FPS, but no minimum is listed, so the lowest possible frame rate cannot be determined from the data. Ultra averages 57 FPS, which is below the threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Minimum, this pairing of AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile ranks 2262 out of 3712 combos. This places it in the 61st percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 39% of tested systems perform better in this game. The rank is a composite of the CPU and GPU’s relative strengths and weaknesses.

The CPU, with a 95th percentile standing among all processors, is a high-end mobile part. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42713 and single-core score of 6030 indicate strong computational throughput, and its PassMark multithread score of 51405 reinforces this. The GPU, however, sits at the 67th percentile among all GPUs, with a PassMark G3D score of 17469 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 89569. This disparity explains why the combo’s overall rank is not higher: the GPU is the limiting factor in a graphically demanding title like Minimum.

The rank suggests that this system is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it is not a top-tier performer for 4K. The data shows that the CPU provides ample headroom, as its benchmark scores are far above what this game requires, while the GPU’s performance dictates the playable settings at each resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would behave similarly in this system. For the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, the closest alternatives are the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, with an average benchmark score of 76155 and a 0.1% delta, and the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P, with a score of 76492 and a -0.4% delta. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (76492, -0.4%) and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (75779, 0.6%) are also within a fraction of a percent. These CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Minimum, as the game is unlikely to stress any of these processors to their limits.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile, the nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, with an average score of 22895 and a -0.7% delta, and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, with a score of 22549 and a 0.8% delta. The Intel Arc B580 (23021, -1.3%) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (22435, 1.3%) are also close. A system with any of these GPUs paired with a comparable CPU would produce nearly the same measured FPS at each resolution and preset, meaning the playable settings would be identical: Ultra at 1080p, High at 1440p, and Low at 4K.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile can run Minimum, and it does so comfortably at standard resolutions. The verdict by resolution is unambiguous. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra averaging 88 FPS. At 2560x1440, High is the best playable setting, averaging 75 FPS, while Ultra falls to 57 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low clears the 60 FPS threshold, averaging 62 FPS.

For most users, this combo is a strong choice for 1080p and 1440p gaming. The CPU’s high-end performance ensures no bottleneck, while the GPU delivers smooth frame rates on high-fidelity presets up to 1440p. 4K is technically playable but only on the lowest settings, and the slim 2 FPS margin means users should be prepared for occasional dips. The data supports a clear conclusion: this system is best utilized at 1440p High or 1080p Ultra, where it provides a consistently smooth experience with plenty of headroom.