Minimum

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is a strong combination for Minimum, ranking 1419th out of 3712 tested combos. This places the pairing in the upper-middle tier of all tested configurations. The data shows that this combo delivers playable performance at all three tested resolutions, with only the most demanding preset at 4K falling below the 60 FPS threshold. The system is clearly capable of handling this third-person shooter with high frame rates, particularly at 1080p and 1440p where it excels.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT achieves a combo rank of 1419 out of 3712 tested combinations. This places it in the top 38% of all systems tested for Minimum, indicating a solidly above-average configuration. The rank reflects the balanced nature of this pairing; the CPU and GPU are well-matched for this title, avoiding significant bottlenecks at most settings.

Benchmark results indicate that this combo is not at the extreme top tier, but it is far from a budget performer. The CPU itself has a percentile rank of 73 against all CPUs, while the GPU has a percentile rank of 67 against all GPUs. This suggests the system is built on components that are both individually strong, and their combined performance in Minimum is consistent with those standings. The 4K Ultra setting is the only scenario where the system falls short, which is a common limitation for many mid-to-high-end configurations in demanding titles.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component responsibility as resolution and preset change. At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary driver of performance, with the CPU providing ample headroom. The frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is substantial, dropping from 232.7 FPS to 117.2 FPS. This significant scaling with graphical settings indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's strength, evidenced by its high benchmark scores, ensures it doesn't hinder performance at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the balance begins to even out, but the GPU remains the dominant constraint. The frame rate at Low is 152 FPS, which is still very high, but the drop to Ultra at 73.6 FPS shows the GPU is working harder. At 3840x2160, the CPU's role becomes more apparent. The frame rates drop dramatically, with Low at 78.2 FPS and Ultra at 39.7 FPS. The scaling between Low and Medium at 4K (78.2 to 63.3 FPS) is less pronounced than at lower resolutions, suggesting that at this point, the CPU's per-thread performance is starting to matter more, although the GPU is still the primary bottleneck. The system's ability to maintain high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p across all presets shows the CPU is more than capable for this game, and the GPU is the component that dictates the limits at higher resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

For the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, the data provides clear recommendations. At 1920x1080, the system can handle the Ultra preset, delivering an average of 117.2 FPS. This is the maximum visual quality available and it remains well above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, with an average of 73.6 FPS. This provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium while still maintaining a comfortable frame rate margin above the 60 FPS target. At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most demanding option that remains playable, achieving an average of 63.3 FPS. While it does not reach the 60 FPS target with the same margin as lower resolutions, it stays above it. The Low preset at 4K is also playable at 78.2 FPS, but Medium offers better visual fidelity with a still-acceptable frame rate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i5-12400F performs nearly identically to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, with a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 3 201E is also extremely close, showing a negligible -0.1% difference. The Intel Core i5-1335U and AMD EPYC 7773X are also within a 0.3% performance delta. This means that in CPU-bound scenarios within Minimum, these processors would deliver essentially the same performance.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT has several close competitors. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is 0.5% faster, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile is 0.8% slower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is 1.5% slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 is 1.7% slower. These small deltas indicate that swapping the RX 7700 XT for any of these cards would result in a nearly identical experience in Minimum, with frame rate differences of only a few percent.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system produces very high frame rates across the board. The Low preset averages 232.7 FPS, Medium averages 180.9 FPS, High averages 148.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 117.2 FPS. The scaling is consistent, with each increase in preset yielding a noticeable but manageable drop in performance.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong. Low averages 152 FPS, Medium averages 116.4 FPS, High averages 94.8 FPS, and Ultra averages 73.6 FPS. The performance drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant, roughly a 37% reduction on the Ultra preset, but the system remains highly playable.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to struggle with the higher presets. Low averages 78.2 FPS, which is still smooth. Medium averages 63.3 FPS, just above the 60 FPS target. High averages 54 FPS, which is below the target, and Ultra averages 39.7 FPS, which is not a smooth experience. The data shows a clear cliff between Medium and High at 4K, with the GPU unable to maintain the performance needed for the more demanding settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Minimum at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but only on lower settings. The data shows that the Low preset averages 78.2 FPS and the Medium preset averages 63.3 FPS. Both are above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High and Ultra presets at 4K fall below this threshold, with averages of 54 FPS and 39.7 FPS respectively.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is playable at 2560x1440, with an average frame rate of 73.6 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that keeps the frame rate at or above the 60 FPS target, making it the best choice for maximum visual quality.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F performs within 0.3% of its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, Intel Core 3 201E, Intel Core i5-1335U, and AMD EPYC 7773X. This means any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Minimum.

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

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary factor at all resolutions. The frame rates scale significantly with preset changes, which is a sign of GPU dependency. At 1080p, the drop from Low to Ultra is over 115 FPS, and at 4K it is over 38 FPS, showing the GPU is the limiting component.

Q: What is the average frame rate on High settings at 1080p?

A: The data shows the average frame rate on High settings at 1920x1080 is 148.5 FPS. This is a very smooth experience, far exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: At what resolution is the Ultra preset no longer playable?

A: The Ultra preset is playable at 1080p and 1440p, with average frame rates of 117.2 FPS and 73.6 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset drops to an average of 39.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.