Minimum

This PC pairing of an Intel Core i5-13400F with an AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT delivers a wide range of performance in Minimum, depending heavily on the resolution and quality preset you choose. The benchmark data shows a system that is thoroughly capable at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to struggle at 4K with higher settings. Below is a detailed breakdown of the measured frames per second, the best settings for a smooth experience, and how the CPU and GPU share the workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. The numbers represent average FPS, as minimum and maximum frame data were not collected.

1080p (1920x1080): This resolution shows the system operating with significant headroom. At Low settings, the average FPS is 203.2, which is exceptionally high and indicates the game is far from stressing the hardware. Moving to Medium settings yields an average of 159.1 FPS, still offering a massive margin over the 60 FPS playability threshold. At High settings, the average drops to 130.9 FPS, which remains excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still produces an average of 99.4 FPS, comfortably above the 60 FPS target. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance reduction of roughly 51%, from 203.2 down to 99.4 FPS.

1440p (2560x1440): Performance remains strong at this resolution, though the gap between presets widens. Low settings deliver an average of 130.5 FPS. Medium settings average 102.1 FPS, which is a 22% reduction from Low. High settings produce 82.4 FPS, a solid result that still provides a smooth experience on standard 60Hz displays. Ultra settings are the most demanding, with an average of 66.3 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold, but it leaves less headroom for demanding scenes. The scaling from Low to Ultra here shows a 49% drop in performance, from 130.5 to 66.3 FPS.

4K (3840x2160): This is where the GPU begins to hit its limits. At Low settings, the average FPS is 71.6, which is playable but not exceptionally high. Medium settings drop the average to 53.8 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS playability threshold. High settings yield an average of 46 FPS, and Ultra settings produce just 36 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 50% performance reduction, from 71.6 to 36 FPS, but the key point is that only the Low preset maintains an average above 60 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data and the playable threshold of 60 FPS, the best settings for each resolution are as follows.

1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 99.4 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays well above the 60 FPS target, providing both maximum visual quality and a high frame rate. The data indicates that even at 1080p Ultra, the system has substantial performance to spare.

2560x1440: The Ultra preset is again the best selection, with an average of 66.3 FPS. This marginally clears the 60 FPS threshold, so it is playable, but it is the closest call at this resolution. If you prefer a higher frame rate buffer, the High preset at 82.4 FPS is a safer choice, but the data confirms Ultra is technically playable.

3840x2160: The Low preset is the only option that remains playable, with an average of 71.6 FPS. Every other preset, including Medium at 53.8 FPS, falls below the 60 FPS threshold. For a smooth 4K experience, you must use Low settings. The data shows that higher presets at 4K are not viable for maintaining 60 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals how the balance between the Intel Core i5-13400F and the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT shifts across resolutions.

At 1080p, the system is likely GPU-bound at higher presets, but the CPU has a significant role. The jump from Low (203.2 FPS) to Ultra (99.4 FPS) is driven by the GPU workload, as the visual complexity increases. The i5-13400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, has ample headroom to feed the GPU even at high frame rates. The benchmark data shows the CPU's multi-threaded strength in Cinebench R23 with a score of 22604, suggesting it is not a bottleneck at this resolution.

At 1440p, the GPU's role becomes more dominant. The scaling between presets is similar to 1080p, but the absolute FPS values are lower due to the increased pixel count. For example, Ultra at 1440p (66.3 FPS) is significantly lower than Ultra at 1080p (99.4 FPS), a 33% reduction. This scaling indicates that the RX 6700 XT is the limiting factor as resolution increases. The CPU remains capable, but the workload shifts to the GPU's rendering capabilities.

At 4K, the GPU is undeniably the primary bottleneck. The performance drop from 1440p to 4K is steep. For instance, Medium settings drop from 102.1 FPS at 1440p to 53.8 FPS at 4K, a 47% reduction. The i5-13400F is likely underutilized at this resolution, as the RX 6700 XT struggles to maintain high frame rates even on Low settings. The data shows that the GPU's architecture and memory bandwidth are the decisive factors at 4K, not the CPU's processing power.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K with the highest settings?*

A: No. The measured data shows the Ultra preset at 3840x2160 averages only 36 FPS, which is far below the 60 FPS playability threshold. Even the High preset at 46 FPS and Medium at 53.8 FPS fail to reach 60 FPS. Only the Low preset at 4K is playable, with an average of 71.6 FPS.

Q: What is the best quality preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice for 2560x1440, as it delivers an average of 66.3 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that still clears the 60 FPS target. For a larger frame rate buffer, the High preset at 82.4 FPS is also an excellent option.

Q: How does the performance scale from 1080p to 4K?

A: The scaling is substantial. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 159.1 at 1080p to 102.1 at 1440p, and then to 53.8 at 4K. This represents a 66% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F a bottleneck for the RX 6700 XT?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution tested. At 1080p, where CPU load is typically highest, the system achieves 203.2 FPS on Low settings, indicating strong CPU performance. The i5-13400F's multi-core benchmark score of 22604 in Cinebench R23 supports this, showing it can keep pace with the GPU.

Q: What is the recommended setup for a 60 FPS experience?

A: For a stable 60 FPS experience, you should use Ultra settings at 1920x1080 (99.4 FPS) or 2560x1440 (66.3 FPS). At 3840x2160, you must drop to Low settings to achieve 71.6 FPS. Any higher preset at 4K will result in frame rates below 60 FPS.

Q: How does this system rank among other hardware combinations for this game?

A: The combination ranks at position 1928 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it in the upper half of tested systems, indicating it is a capable pairing for this game, particularly at 1080p and 1440p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, with several alternatives offering nearly identical performance.

• AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS: This CPU has an average score of 25284, which is essentially identical to the i5-13400F, with a deltaPct of 0. It would provide very similar frame rates in Minimum.
• AMD Ryzen 7 6800H: With an average score of 25201, this is slightly lower than the i5-13400F, but the deltaPct of 0.4 indicates it is within a fraction of a percent of the same performance level.
• Intel Core 5 120: This CPU scores 25362, which is 0.3% higher than the i5-13400F. In practical terms, this difference is negligible for gaming.
• AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D: Scoring 25365, this is also 0.3% higher than the i5-13400F, offering comparable gaming performance.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 27425, and its nearest rivals show similar capabilities.

• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile: This GPU scores 27435, which is virtually the same as the RX 6700 XT, with a deltaPct of 0. It would deliver equivalent frame rates in Minimum.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090: The RTX 3090 scores 27565, which is 0.5% higher than the RX 6700 XT. This is a desktop-class card, but the benchmark data suggests it performs at a similar level for this game.
• NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell: With a score of 27135, this is 1.1% lower than the RX 6700 XT, indicating slightly lower performance.
• AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20: This GPU scores 27839, which is 1.5% higher than the RX 6700 XT, showing a slight performance advantage.

These alternatives indicate that if you have hardware from a similar tier, you can expect similar results in Minimum.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Minimum effectively at most resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally strong, with the Ultra preset delivering 99.4 FPS. This is the best experience, offering high visual fidelity and a frame rate well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also playable at 66.3 FPS, though it is a closer call. If you prioritize a higher frame rate, the High preset at 82.4 FPS is a more comfortable option.

The situation changes at 3840x2160. Here, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 71.6 FPS. All other presets fail to reach the 60 FPS target, with Medium at 53.8 FPS, High at 46 FPS, and Ultra at 36 FPS. Therefore, for a 4K experience, you must accept reduced visual settings to maintain smooth gameplay.

In summary, this pairing is a solid choice for 1080p and 1440p gaming, offering high frame rates even on the most demanding presets. For 4K, it is capable only on the lowest settings. The i5-13400F provides ample CPU performance, while the RX 6700 XT is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The verdict is clear: for the best experience, stick to 1080p or 1440p with high presets, and only use 4K if you are willing to play on Low settings.