Minimum

The data for the Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 570 in Minimum shows a configuration that is highly dependent on both resolution and graphical preset. The recorded measurements cover three resolutions and four settings, with the average frame rate serving as the primary metric for performance analysis.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the combination struggles to maintain fluid motion across all settings. The High preset delivers an average of 20 FPS, while Medium improves slightly to 21.5 FPS. Dropping to Low raises the average to 28.9 FPS, and the Ultra preset yields the lowest result at 12.4 FPS. None of these figures approach a playable threshold, indicating that this resolution is largely beyond the hardware's capability for this title.

Moving to 2560x1440, the results show a meaningful improvement but still fall short of smooth gameplay. The High preset averages 36 FPS, and Medium reaches 37.7 FPS. Low settings produce 51.3 FPS, which is closer to the target but still below 60. The Ultra preset drops to 23.6 FPS. The pattern across these settings shows that the GPU is the limiting factor, as even the least demanding preset cannot reach the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the configuration finally finds usable performance. Low settings average 81.3 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS line. Medium settings average 62.9 FPS, also clearing the threshold. High settings fall short at 52.1 FPS, and Ultra drops further to 37.8 FPS. The scaling from Low to Medium represents a moderate cost in performance for improved visuals, while the jump to High and Ultra incurs a steeper penalty.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the database records no playable settings. Even the Low preset, which is the least demanding option, only reaches 28.9 FPS. The best possible average at this resolution is therefore below the 60 FPS target, and no preset can be recommended for smooth play.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar. No settings reach 60 FPS, with the Low preset providing the highest average at 51.3 FPS. This is 8.7 FPS short of the playable threshold. The data shows that this resolution is not viable for this combination in Minimum.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 62.9 FPS. Low settings also exceed the threshold at 81.3 FPS, but Medium represents the best balance of visual quality and performance. High and Ultra both fall below 60 FPS, so they are not recommended.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured data indicates that the AMD Radeon RX 570 is the primary performance constraint in this configuration. The CPU, an Intel Core i5-12400F with 6 cores and 12 threads, has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz and demonstrates strong synthetic scores, including a Cinebench R23 multicore result of 12380 and a single-core score of 1680. Its 3DMark single-thread score of 909 and 16-thread score of 5895 suggest ample headroom for a game like Minimum.

The GPU, by contrast, shows its limits through the resolution scaling. At 1920x1080 Low, the average FPS is 81.3. When resolution increases to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 51.3, a reduction of approximately 37%. Going further to 3840x2160 Low yields 28.9 FPS, another significant drop. This steep decline with resolution is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering workload scales directly with pixel count.

Preset scaling reinforces this interpretation. At 1920x1080, moving from Low to Medium reduces the average from 81.3 to 62.9 FPS, a drop of 18.4 FPS. The transition from Medium to High reduces performance further to 52.1 FPS, and from High to Ultra the average falls to 37.8 FPS. These decreases are consistent with the GPU handling increased shading and texture work without the CPU becoming a bottleneck.

At higher resolutions, the GPU constraint becomes even more pronounced. The gap between Low and Ultra at 2560x1440 is 27.7 FPS, while at 3840x2160 the same settings gap is 16.5 FPS. The relative performance loss from resolution scaling is larger than the loss from preset changes, confirming that the RX 570's 4 GB of GDDR5 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are the decisive factors. The CPU's role is secondary; its 73rd percentile ranking among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 19039 place it well above the demands of this title.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-12400F, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with a score of 19047 and a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 3 201E scores 19056, a delta of -0.1%, while the Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, a delta of 0.3%. The AMD EPYC 7773X also appears with a score of 18979, a delta of 0.3%. These CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Minimum, since the game is not heavily threaded and the i5-12400F's 6-core, 12-thread configuration is not the limiting factor.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 570's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6800M with an average score of 28874 and a delta of -0.4%. The AMD Radeon R9 M295X scores 28580, a delta of 0.7%. The AMD Radeon RX 470, a close relative, scores 28996, a delta of -0.8%. The NVIDIA Quadro RTX 8000 scores 28421, a delta of 1.2%. These alternatives would produce similar performance in Minimum, meaning users with any of these GPUs can expect comparable results at each resolution and preset. The RX 470, in particular, shares the same architecture lineage, so its behavior would closely mirror the recorded data.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum, but only at specific settings and resolutions. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, there are no playable settings, meaning no preset reaches 60 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same is true; the best average is 51.3 FPS on Low, which falls short of the 60 FPS target. At 1920x1080, the system clears the threshold with Low at 81.3 FPS and Medium at 62.9 FPS. The recommended configuration is 1920x1080 with Medium settings, as it provides the best visual quality while maintaining an average above 60 FPS.

For players who prioritize frame rate over visuals, Low at 1920x1080 offers a substantial margin, with an average of 81.3 FPS. High and Ultra presets are not viable at any resolution, as their averages remain below 60 FPS even at 1920x1080. The data indicates that this combination is best suited for 1080p gaming with modest settings, and users should avoid higher resolutions unless they are willing to accept significantly lower frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 1920x1080?

A: Medium, with an average of 62.9 FPS.

Q: Can this system run the game at 2560x1440?

A: No. The best result is 51.3 FPS on Low, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What average FPS does the Low preset achieve at 3840x2160?

A: 28.9 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform at 1920x1080?

A: It averages 37.8 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: Which component is the main bottleneck for this game?

A: The GPU, as shown by the steep frame rate drops when resolution increases.

Q: What is the average FPS for Medium settings at 2560x1440?

A: 37.7 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 570 combination ranks 3619 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the lower portion of the database, which is consistent with the measured performance data. The rank reflects the hardware's limited ability to handle demanding presets and higher resolutions, despite the CPU's relatively strong synthetic scores. The GPU's age and memory configuration hold the system back, resulting in a ranking that is closer to the bottom of the tested pool. For 1080p gaming at Low or Medium settings, the system is functional, but its overall standing in the database shows that most other tested combinations deliver better frame rates across a wider range of settings.