Minimum

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is an extremely high-performing combination for Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014. This pairing ranks 43rd out of 3,712 tested combos for this specific game, placing it in the top 1.2% of all configurations. The data indicates this system is not merely capable of running the game, but that it delivers frame rates far exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold at every tested resolution and preset. The measured results show an overwhelming performance surplus, making this a formidable setup for this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 43 out of 3,712 tested configurations places it in an elite tier. This is a direct result of the RTX 5090 D's immense graphical horsepower, which sits in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs based on its average benchmark score of 77,712. While the CPU is also strong, ranking in the 73rd percentile of all processors, the GPU's performance is the dominant factor in this pairing's high placement.

The measured FPS data confirms this top-tier ranking. At 4K Ultra settings, the system still achieves an average of 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This confirms the GPU's ability to handle even the most demanding settings at the highest resolution. The gap between this combo and the rest of the field is substantial; the performance data shows a system that is overkill for the game's requirements, providing a massive cushion above the playability threshold at all settings. The data suggests that the i5-12400F is sufficient to feed the RTX 5090 D, as the frame rates scale consistently with resolution changes, indicating the GPU is the primary performance driver.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-12400F are based on its average benchmark score of 19,039. The closest match is the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, with an average score of 19,047, representing a negligible 0% performance difference. The Intel Core 3 201E (score 19,056) is just 0.1% slower, while the Intel Core i5-1335U (score 18,982) is 0.3% faster. The AMD EPYC 7773X (score 18,979) is also 0.3% faster. In gaming scenarios, these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame pacing, meaning a user swapping between them would experience no practical difference in Minimum.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D has a much more interesting set of rivals based on its average benchmark score of 77,712. The closest competitor is the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, which scores 78,940, making it 1.6% faster. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (score 79,605) and PCIe 12 GB (score 79,396) are 2.4% and 2.1% faster, respectively. Conversely, the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (score 76,904) is 1.1% slower. While these GPUs show close average benchmark scores, the RTX 5090 D's massive 32 GB memory buffer and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, combined with its 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, suggest it would handle high-resolution textures and compute-heavy effects differently from these rivals in a real-world game like Minimum.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in this setup for Minimum. The performance scaling between resolutions and presets demonstrates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, or rather, the primary performance driver. As the resolution increases, the workload on the GPU increases, and the frame rates drop accordingly.

At 1920x1080, the system is heavily CPU-bound at lower settings. The average FPS at Low settings is 372, which drops to 329 at Medium. This relatively small delta between settings indicates that the CPU is limiting the frame rate, as the GPU is not being fully utilized. Moving to High settings, the FPS is 276, and at Ultra, it's 210. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 43.5% decrease in performance, demonstrating that while the GPU is starting to take on more work, the CPU still has a significant influence on the maximum achievable frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take a more prominent role. The average FPS at Low is 277, dropping to 212 at Medium, 178 at High, and 136 at Ultra. The performance delta from Low to Ultra here is 50.9%, indicating a more significant GPU workload. However, the high frame rates still suggest that the CPU is managing the game's logic and draw calls effectively without becoming a limiting factor.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant component. The average FPS at Low is 149, dropping to 114 at Medium, 96 at High, and 73 at Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 51% performance decrease, similar to 1440p, but the absolute frame rates are much lower. This confirms that at 4K, the RTX 5090 D is working at its limit, and the CPU's role is diminished. The i5-12400F provides enough single-thread performance to avoid bottlenecking the GPU, allowing it to deliver these high frame rates.

The Verdict

The data overwhelmingly indicates that this PC can run Minimum with exceptional performance. The verdict by resolution is clear: the system achieves playable frame rates above the 60 FPS threshold at all settings presets, from Low to Ultra, at every tested resolution.

• At 3840x2160 (4K): The system is playable at all settings. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still averages 73 FPS.
• At 2560x1440 (2K): The system is playable at all settings. The Ultra preset averages 136 FPS.
• At 1920x1080 (1080p): The system is playable at all settings. The Ultra preset averages 210 FPS.

This configuration provides a massive performance buffer. Even at the most demanding 4K Ultra settings, the system maintains an average frame rate well above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience. This is a system built to max out the game's visuals without compromising on performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data provides a detailed look at the average frame rates, with min and max figures where available.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average 372 FPS.
• Medium: Average 329 FPS, with a minimum of 280 FPS and a maximum of 379 FPS.
• High: Average 276 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 210 FPS.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average 277 FPS.
• Medium: Average 212 FPS, with a minimum of 180 FPS and a maximum of 244 FPS.
• High: Average 178 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 136 FPS.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average 149 FPS.
• Medium: Average 114 FPS, with a minimum of 97 FPS and a maximum of 131 FPS.
• High: Average 96 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 73 FPS.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 73 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: The Ultra preset is the most demanding and still achieves an average of 136 FPS, so it is the best choice for maximum visual quality without performance concerns.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19,039. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, has a score of 19,047, showing a 0% performance difference. The Intel Core i5-1335U is 0.3% faster, while the Intel Core 3 201E is 0.1% slower.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck at 1920x1080 resolution?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS is 372. The scaling between Low and Medium (372 to 329 FPS) suggests the CPU is limiting performance at this resolution, as the GPU has significant headroom.

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 5090 D and its closest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 5090 D has an average benchmark score of 77,712. The AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT, its closest rival, scores 78,940, making it 1.6% faster. The AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT is 1.1% slower.

Q: What are the minimum recorded frame rates at Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 280. At 2560x1440 Medium, it is 180 FPS. At 3840x2160 Medium, the minimum FPS is 97.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS is the Ultra preset at all resolutions.

• 1920x1080: Ultra — Average FPS: 210
• 2560x1440: Ultra — Average FPS: 136
• 3840x2160: Ultra — Average FPS: 73