Minimum

The benchmark data for Minimum reveals a configuration that scales impressively across resolutions, though its limits become clearly defined at the highest settings. The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT combination delivers a robust experience, with the GPU acting as the primary performance arbiter as resolution increases. The measured FPS values, derived from actual testing, provide a clear picture of what this pairing can achieve.

CPU and GPU Roles

At 1920x1080, the data indicates a predominantly GPU-bound scenario, but the CPU’s headroom is evident. The average frame rate at Low settings reaches 232.5 FPS, a figure that suggests the i5-13400F’s 10 cores and 16 threads are not the limiting factor. Dropping from Ultra (113.6 FPS) to Low (232.5 FPS) at this resolution yields a 104.7% performance uplift, which is a classic sign of a system where the graphics card is doing the heavy lifting, while the processor easily feeds it frames. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 960, supports this interpretation.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU’s influence becomes more pronounced. The average FPS at Ultra drops to 75.7, while Low delivers 152.5 FPS. This scaling, roughly a 101% increase from Ultra to Low, is less dramatic than at 1080p but still significant. The benchmark results suggest the Radeon RX 7700 XT, with its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth, is being taxed more heavily, yet the CPU continues to provide ample support. The i5-13400F’s 3dmark_max_threads score of 7307 indicates sufficient multi-threaded capability to avoid bottlenecks here.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s role is dominant. The average FPS at Ultra falls to 37.2, which is below the playable threshold of 60 FPS, while Low still manages 81.1 FPS. The performance gap between Ultra and Low at 4K is 118%, showing that the RX 7700 XT’s raw throughput is the deciding factor. The CPU’s contribution, while still relevant, is secondary. The data implies that at this resolution, the GPU’s pixel rate of 244.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 549.5 GTexel/s are the key specifications driving performance, and they are not sufficient for the most demanding preset. The shift from 1440p to 4K at Ultra settings shows a 50.8% drop in average FPS (75.7 to 37.2), which underscores how the GPU becomes the sole bottleneck.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-13400F, based on average benchmark scores, are a cluster of processors with very similar overall performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS has a deltaPct of 0, meaning it matches the i5-13400F’s average score of 25292 almost exactly. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is only 0.4% ahead, while the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are both 0.3% behind. This suggests that if a user were to swap the CPU for any of these parts, the frame rates in Minimum would be virtually identical, as the game is not heavily CPU-constrained. The data shows that the i5-13400F’s performance is well within a tight band of these alternatives, meaning its 10-core, 16-thread configuration offers no unique advantage or disadvantage in this title.

For the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, the nearest rivals show a more varied picture. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile is 0.5% faster, while the RTX 4060 Mobile is 0.8% slower. The desktop NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is 1.5% slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 is 1.7% slower. These small deltas, ranging from -1.5% to +0.5%, indicate that the RX 7700 XT sits in a performance tier where several other GPUs would produce nearly the same results. In practical terms for Minimum, a system with an RTX 2080 would see average FPS figures within a few frames of the RX 7700 XT at any given resolution and preset. The RX 5700, while older, is close enough that its lower average score of 22170 would translate to a slightly weaker, but still comparable, experience.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT ranks at 1389 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the top 37.4% of all configurations tested, which is a solid mid-to-upper tier position. The percentile rank of the CPU (77th) and GPU (67th) individually suggests that the combo is stronger on the processor side, but the overall ranking is pulled down by the GPU’s relative position. The data implies that while this system is far from the top end, it outperforms a majority of tested hardware pairings. The rank of 1389 is not a measure of absolute capability but rather a relative position against a vast field of other CPU and GPU combinations, indicating that this build is comfortably above average for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all three resolutions and four presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are consistently high. Low settings yield 232.5 FPS, Medium delivers 178, High produces 151.6, and Ultra still achieves 113.6 FPS. Every preset at this resolution clears the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin.

At 2560x1440, the results remain strong. Low settings hit 152.5 FPS, Medium reaches 114.3, High is at 97.1, and Ultra drops to 75.7. Again, all presets are above 60 FPS, with Ultra maintaining a comfortable 15.7 FPS headroom above the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve becomes more restrictive. Low settings average 81.1 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 64.1 FPS, still clearing the 60 FPS mark. High settings fall to 54.8 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Ultra settings average 37.2 FPS, a figure that does not meet the minimum playability standard. The data shows a clear breakpoint at 4K, where only the two lower presets are viable. The absence of min and max FPS values in the data means the analysis relies solely on average performance, which still provides a clear trend.

The Verdict

Based on the verdictByResolution data, this PC can run Minimum effectively, but with caveats at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable, with average FPS of 232.5, 178, 151.6, and 113.6 respectively. The verdict confirms that Ultra is the best setting, delivering 113.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the situation is similar. All presets are playable, with Low at 152.5 FPS, Medium at 114.3, High at 97.1, and Ultra at 75.7. The best setting is Ultra, which maintains an average of 75.7 FPS, providing a smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the system is only partially playable. Low and Medium settings clear the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 81.1 and 64.1 FPS respectively. High settings at 54.8 FPS and Ultra at 37.2 FPS do not meet the playability standard. The verdict identifies Medium as the best playable setting at this resolution, with an average FPS of 64.1. This means that for a 4K display, users must compromise on visual quality to achieve a playable frame rate.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 1080p with all settings maxed out?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 113.6, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1440p for the highest visual quality while maintaining 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset is the best option. The average FPS at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings is 75.7, which is above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this hardware?

A: It is partially viable. At 3840x2160, only the Low and Medium presets achieve average FPS above 60 (81.1 and 64.1 respectively). High and Ultra settings fall below the threshold.

Q: How much faster is the RX 7700 XT compared to the AMD Radeon RX 5700 in this context?

A: The RX 7700 XT has an average benchmark score of 22549, while the RX 5700 has a score of 22170. The deltaPct is 1.7%, meaning the RX 7700 XT is 1.7% faster in synthetic benchmarks, which would translate to a negligible difference in Minimum.

Q: Which component is more critical for performance at 4K?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 3840x2160. The data shows that dropping from Ultra to Low settings at 4K increases average FPS from 37.2 to 81.1, a 118% improvement, which points to the Radeon RX 7700 XT being the primary performance driver.

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combo among all tested configurations?

A: The combination ranks 1389 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the upper 37.4% of all tested systems.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average FPS of 113.6. This is the highest visual quality available, and it performs exceptionally well.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, achieving an average FPS of 75.7. This provides a high level of visual fidelity while maintaining a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most demanding option that remains playable. It delivers an average FPS of 64.1, which is just above the 60 FPS requirement. The High preset at 54.8 FPS and Ultra at 37.2 FPS are not viable options for smooth gameplay. The data suggests that users targeting 4K should stick to Medium settings to ensure a consistent experience.