Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination is an overwhelmingly powerful pairing for Minimum, delivering frame rates that are several times above the 60 FPS playability threshold across all tested resolutions and settings. The data confirms that this system is not merely capable of running the game, but it does so with such massive headroom that the Ultra preset is viable even at 4K, a rarity for most hardware configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for this combination shows a consistent pattern of extreme high frame rates, with the only potential concern being the raw demands of 4K Ultra. At 3840x2160 (4K), the system produces an average of 96 FPS on High settings, 114 FPS on Medium, and 149 FPS on Low. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still maintains a robust 73 FPS average. The only preset with min/max data provided at this resolution is Medium, which shows a range between 97 FPS minimum and 131 FPS maximum, indicating that even the lowest dips remain well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance scales up dramatically. The average frame rate jumps to 178 FPS on High, 212 FPS on Medium, and 277 FPS on Low. The Ultra preset delivers a very smooth 136 FPS average. For the Medium preset at this resolution, the minimum and maximum figures are 180 FPS and 244 FPS respectively, showcasing a performance envelope that is entirely free from any stutter or drop into sub-60 FPS territory.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system enters the territory of extreme high-refresh-rate gaming. The data shows an average of 276 FPS on High, 329 FPS on Medium, and a staggering 430 FPS on Low. Even the most demanding Ultra preset yields an average of 210 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution has recorded min/max values of 280 FPS and 379 FPS, which means the system is consistently producing frame rates that are four to six times higher than the playability threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark data places this specific CPU and GPU combination at rank 5 out of 3712 total hardware combinations tested for Minimum, placing it in the top percentile of all systems. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X sits at the 92nd percentile when compared against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 57498. Its nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores are the AMD EPYC 9015, which scores 57555 (a 0.1% difference), the AMD EPYC 7313 at 57399 (a 0.2% difference), the Intel Core i9-14900 at 58115 (a 1.1% difference), and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M at 58323 (a 1.4% difference). These deltas are so small that a user swapping between these processors would see virtually no difference in Minimum's frame rates.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D, the 92nd percentile ranking against all GPUs corresponds to an average benchmark score of 77712. Its nearest performance rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, which scores 76904 (a 1.1% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78940 (a -1.6% delta), the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB at 79396 (a -2.1% delta), and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB at 79605 (a -2.4% delta). The score differences among these GPUs are within a narrow band, meaning a system equipped with any of these alternatives would deliver comparable performance levels in this title, with the RTX 5090 D having a slight edge over some and a minor deficit against others.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data from the measured FPS and verdict sections indicates that the most demanding preset, Ultra, is the optimal choice at every resolution, as it maintains an average frame rate far exceeding the 60 FPS target.

• 3840x2160: The Ultra preset is the best setting, achieving an average of 73 FPS. This is the only resolution where the system does not completely obliterate the frame rate ceiling, but 73 FPS still provides a comfortable margin above the playability threshold.
• 2560x1440: The Ultra preset is the recommended setting, delivering an average of 136 FPS. This frame rate is high enough to fully utilize high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.
• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the best setting, producing an average of 210 FPS. This performance level is suitable for the fastest competitive gaming displays.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum with exceptional ease. The verdict by resolution is unequivocal: all four presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) are listed as playable at every resolution tested, from 1080p up to 4K. The system does not just clear the 60 FPS bar; it clears it by a significant margin in the most demanding scenario.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset runs at an average of 73 FPS, which is 13 FPS above the playable threshold. While this is the lowest average frame rate recorded, it is still fully playable and provides a high-fidelity experience. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset runs at 136 FPS, more than double the threshold, ensuring a fluid experience with no compromises. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset runs at 210 FPS, a figure that is 3.5 times the threshold, guaranteeing maximum visual quality without any performance concerns. In summary, the system is overqualified for this game, and users can confidently select Ultra settings at any resolution without worrying about frame rate drops.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling between resolutions and presets reveals the dynamic relationship between the CPU and GPU in this benchmark. The data shows that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU's immense power is more evident at lower resolutions where frame rates are astronomical.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, ranging from 210 FPS on Ultra to 430 FPS on Low. The gap between Low and Ultra is 220 FPS, a 105% increase. This large delta suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU with data at an extraordinary rate, and the GPU is able to render frames quickly at this lower resolution. The Ryzen 9 9900X's strength is highlighted here, as the system maintains over 200 FPS even on the most demanding preset.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are still very high, from 136 FPS on Ultra to 277 FPS on Low. The difference between Low and Ultra is 141 FPS, which is a 104% increase over the Ultra score. This indicates that while the GPU is working harder, it still has enough headroom to be heavily influenced by the CPU's performance.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates compress significantly. The range is from 73 FPS on Ultra to 149 FPS on Low, a difference of 76 FPS. The relative scaling here is much smaller, with the Low preset being roughly double the Ultra preset's frame rate. This compression is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the limiting factor. The RTX 5090 D is working at its maximum capacity to render pixels at 4K, and the CPU's role becomes less prominent because the GPU cannot process frames fast enough to rely on the CPU's full potential. The transition from 1080p to 4K shows the GPU load increasing, which is why the average FPS for the same preset drops substantially, confirming that resolution scaling is a GPU-centric bottleneck.

FAQ

*Q: Can the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D run Minimum at 4K Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average of 73 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combination achieves?

A: The highest recorded average is 430 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low preset.

*Q: How does this hardware combination rank compared to other systems for Minimum?*

A: The combination is ranked 5th out of 3712 total tested combinations, placing it in the top tier of all hardware configurations for this game.

Q: Is there any resolution or preset where the system drops below 60 FPS?

A: No. The data indicates that all presets at all three tested resolutions (1080p, 1440p, and 4K) maintain an average frame rate above 60 FPS. The lowest average recorded is 73 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: Which component, the CPU or GPU, is more important for performance at 1080p?

A: The CPU plays a more significant role at 1080p, as evidenced by the massive frame rates achieved (up to 430 FPS). The GPU has enough headroom at this resolution to be fed by the CPU's high throughput, making the processor's performance a key factor.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT?

A: The RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77712, which is 1.6% lower than the RX 6850M XT's score of 78940. This indicates the RX 6850M XT would perform slightly better in synthetic benchmarks, though the real-world FPS difference in Minimum would likely be minimal.