Minimum

The Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination delivers a wide range of performance in Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014. The recorded data shows that this pairing is capable of running the game smoothly at most settings, with the primary limitation appearing at 4K resolution on higher presets. The CPU holds a strong position in the database, ranking in the 79th percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU sits in the 62nd percentile among all tested graphics cards. This combination ranks 2505 out of 3712 tested system pairings for this specific game, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the database. The measured frame rates show clear scaling patterns across resolutions and quality presets, which helps determine the optimal configuration for different display targets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearby alternatives in the benchmark database that would produce similar behavior in Minimum. For the Intel Core i5-12600KF, the nearest rivals by average benchmark score are the Intel Core i9-10900K, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE. The Core i9-10900K scores 27872 on average, which is 0.3 percent lower than the i5-12600KF’s 27799. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D averages 27896, also 0.3 percent higher than the i5-12600KF, while the Ryzen 7 6800U scores 27887, 0.3 percent higher, and the Ryzen 5 8500GE scores 27712, 0.3 percent lower. These differences are negligible in real-world gaming, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Minimum when paired with the same GPU. The i5-12600KF offers 10 cores and 16 threads, with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, which aligns closely with the multithreaded demands of modern titles.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, the nearest GPU rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, the AMD Radeon RX 460, and the Intel Arc A770M. The RTX 3060 Mobile averages 18159, which is 0.4 percent lower than the RTX 2060 SUPER’s 18093. The Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189, 0.5 percent higher, while the Radeon RX 460 averages 18373, 1.5 percent higher, and the Arc A770M scores 18383, 1.6 percent higher. These deltas are small enough that users with any of these GPUs would see comparable performance in Minimum, though the RTX 2060 SUPER’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth provide a solid foundation for the game’s rendering demands. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with Minimum’s graphics pipeline.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases, while the CPU maintains sufficient headroom at all tested settings. At 1920x1080, the frame rates scale dramatically with preset quality: Low produces 171.4 FPS, Medium 132.6 FPS, High 110.6 FPS, and Ultra 83.4 FPS. This wide spread suggests that the GPU is the primary limiter even at 1080p, since lowering the preset from Ultra to Low yields a 106 percent increase in frame rate. The CPU, with its high single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 1016 and cinebench_r23_singlecore score of 3302), is unlikely to bottleneck at these frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern continues but with lower absolute numbers. Low hits 108.2 FPS, Medium 87.1 FPS, High 68.5 FPS, and Ultra 53.3 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows from 106 percent at 1080p to 103 percent at 1440p, indicating that the GPU is still the primary constraint. The CPU’s 16 threads and 20 MB of shared L3 cache provide ample processing power for the game’s logic, physics, and AI, which do not become more demanding at higher resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low achieves 61.1 FPS, Medium drops to 46.6 FPS, High to 40.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 30.9 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 49 percent reduction in frame rate, which is less pronounced than at lower resolutions but still significant. The CPU’s role diminishes further, as the GPU’s pixel throughput and memory bandwidth (448.0 GB/s) are the limiting factors. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 105.6 GPixel/s pixel rate explain why 4K Ultra cannot sustain 60 FPS. The data shows that the GPU matters more at every resolution, with the CPU only becoming relevant if paired with a much faster graphics card.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at 1920x1080?

A: The Ultra preset runs at 83.4 FPS on average, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This is the highest available preset, so the system has full headroom at 1080p.

Q: Can this system handle 2560x1440 at High settings?

A: Yes, the High preset at 2560x1440 delivers 68.5 FPS on average, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium (87.1 FPS) and Low (108.2 FPS) also exceed 60 FPS, but Ultra falls short at 53.3 FPS.

Q: Is 4K resolution playable with this hardware?

A: Only the Low preset at 3840x2160 achieves 61.1 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. Medium (46.6 FPS), High (40.1 FPS), and Ultra (30.9 FPS) all fall below 60 FPS, so 4K requires reduced quality settings.

Q: How does this CPU compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799, which places it within 0.3 percent of the Intel Core i9-10900K (27872), AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (27896), AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27887), and AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE (27712). These differences are effectively negligible for gaming.

Q: What is the GPU’s standing among all tested graphics cards?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER ranks in the 62nd percentile among all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18093. Its nearest rivals include the RTX 3060 Mobile (18159), Radeon Pro 5700 (18189), Radeon RX 460 (18373), and Arc A770M (18383), all within 1.6 percent.

Q: Does the system’s overall ranking in Minimum indicate strong performance?

A: The combo ranks 2505 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the 67th percentile. This means it outperforms roughly two-thirds of all tested systems for this game, which aligns with the playable results at 1080p and 1440p.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Minimum at all tested resolutions, but the playable settings vary significantly. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS on every preset, including Ultra at 83.4 FPS. This makes 1080p the most comfortable resolution, with full visual quality available. At 2560x1440, High settings achieve 68.5 FPS, which is playable, and Medium runs at 87.1 FPS for additional headroom. Ultra at 1440p drops to 53.3 FPS, so it falls short of the 60 FPS threshold. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset reaches 61.1 FPS, which barely clears the playable threshold. Medium (46.6 FPS), High (40.1 FPS), and Ultra (30.9 FPS) are all below 60 FPS. The verdict by resolution confirms that 1080p and 1440p are fully playable with appropriate settings, while 4K requires minimal quality settings to maintain smooth frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed view of performance across all combinations of resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 171.4 FPS on average, which is the highest recorded result for this system. Medium runs at 132.6 FPS, High at 110.6 FPS, and Ultra at 83.4 FPS. All four presets exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold, with Ultra still maintaining a 39 percent margin above it. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a consistent reduction in frame rate as quality increases.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 108.2 FPS, Medium 87.1 FPS, High 68.5 FPS, and Ultra 53.3 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 54.9 FPS, which represents a 51 percent reduction. High remains above 60 FPS, while Ultra falls below it. This resolution offers a good balance between visual quality and performance, with High providing a solid playable experience.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset reaches 61.1 FPS, Medium 46.6 FPS, High 40.1 FPS, and Ultra 30.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 30.2 FPS, a 49 percent reduction. Only Low clears the 60 FPS threshold, and even then by a narrow margin of 1.1 FPS. The GPU’s limitations at 4K are evident, as higher presets require more pixel shading and memory bandwidth than the RTX 2060 SUPER can provide.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2505 out of 3712 tested system pairings for Minimum. This places it in the 67th percentile, meaning it outperforms about two-thirds of all tested configurations. The CPU’s 79th percentile ranking among all processors is stronger than the GPU’s 62nd percentile ranking among all graphics cards, which suggests the CPU has more headroom relative to its peers. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 18093 is close to its nearest rivals, all within 1.6 percent, so the performance gap to the next tier of GPUs is small. The overall combo rank reflects the GPU’s mid-range position, as the CPU is capable of supporting faster graphics cards if upgraded. For Minimum specifically, this rank indicates that the system is neither at the top nor the bottom of the database, but it comfortably handles the game at most settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average frame rate of 83.4 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality available in the game while maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. The Low (171.4 FPS), Medium (132.6 FPS), and High (110.6 FPS) presets also exceed 60 FPS, but Ultra offers the best balance of fidelity and performance.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is the most demanding that maintains 60 FPS, achieving 68.5 FPS on average. Medium runs at 87.1 FPS and Low at 108.2 FPS, but High provides better visual detail while still clearing the threshold. Ultra at 1440p drops to 53.3 FPS, so it is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only option that reaches 60 FPS, with an average of 61.1 FPS. This is the most demanding setting that stays at or above the playable threshold, but it requires significant visual compromises. Medium (46.6 FPS), High (40.1 FPS), and Ultra (30.9 FPS) all fall short of 60 FPS, so 4K gaming is limited to the lowest quality preset. The data indicates that users targeting 4K should consider a more powerful GPU, while those at 1080p or 1440p can enjoy the game with high visual settings.