Minimum

The data for the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination in Minimum presents a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the system is overwhelmingly capable, delivering frame rates well above the 60 FPS playability threshold in every setting. Moving to 2560x1440, the combination remains strong, though the margin narrows at the highest preset. At 3840x2160, the system faces a significant challenge, with only the Low preset maintaining a playable average. The measured FPS data reveals a consistent pattern: the higher the resolution, the more the GPU becomes the limiting factor, while the CPU's headroom is more apparent at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for this combination in Minimum is structured across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are exceptionally high across the board. The Low preset produces an average of 199.6 FPS, which is the highest recorded value for this combination. The Medium preset follows at 154.8 FPS, and the High preset achieves 128.3 FPS. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still maintains a robust 97.3 FPS average. These figures indicate that at 1080p, the system has substantial performance headroom, with even the most demanding settings delivering nearly double the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. The Low preset drops to an average of 129.8 FPS, which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 98.2 FPS, and High averages 85 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution averages 63.3 FPS, which is the only setting at 1440p that falls below the 100 FPS mark, yet it still clears the playable threshold by a small margin. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a reduction in average FPS of approximately 35% for the Low preset, but the relative drop is more pronounced at the Ultra preset, where performance declines by roughly 35% as well.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture changes dramatically. The Low preset is the only setting that maintains a playable average, at 69.9 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 50.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. High averages 43.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 33.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is substantial, with the Ultra preset delivering less than half the frame rate of Low. This data suggests that the GPU is heavily taxed at 4K, and the combination’s performance is insufficient for higher quality settings at this resolution.

It is important to note that the measured FPS data does not include min or max frame rate values, so the analysis relies solely on average FPS. The absence of min/max data means that frame time consistency cannot be assessed from this pack, but the averages alone provide a clear picture of the system's capability at each setting.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 97.3 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 3840x2160?

A: The only playable preset at 3840x2160 is Low, which achieves an average of 69.9 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the performance at 2560x1440 Ultra compare to 1920x1080 Ultra?

A: At 2560x1440 Ultra, the average FPS is 63.3, while at 1920x1080 Ultra, it is 97.3. This represents a performance drop of approximately 35% when moving from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings.

Q: Is the RTX 4060 the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The data suggests so. At 3840x2160, the average FPS drops sharply across all presets, with only Low remaining playable. The CPU's performance headroom, as indicated by its benchmark scores, does not compensate for the GPU's workload at this resolution.

Q: Does the system exceed 60 FPS at 2560x1440 on all presets?

A: Yes. Every preset at 2560x1440—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—averages above 60 FPS. The lowest average is at Ultra, with 63.3 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 63.3 FPS, which is above the threshold. This is the most demanding preset that remains playable at this resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals how the balance between the CPU and GPU shifts with resolution. At 1920x1080, the system's frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset reaching 199.6 FPS. This indicates that the CPU, an Intel Core i5-13400F with 10 cores and 16 threads, is capable of feeding the GPU sufficiently at this resolution. The GPU, an RTX 4060, is not the limiting factor, as evidenced by the high averages across all presets. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a reduction from 199.6 to 97.3 FPS, which is a 51% drop, but the system remains far above the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more significant role. The average FPS at Low is 129.8, which is lower than the 1080p Low average of 199.6. This 54% reduction in performance from 1080p to 1440p at the same preset suggests that the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are becoming more relevant. The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and a 128-bit bus, which are factors in its 4K performance. At 1440p Ultra, the average drops to 63.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU is nearing its limits, but the CPU still has enough headroom to avoid being a bottleneck.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant factor. The average FPS at Low is 69.9, which is the only playable setting. The Medium preset drops to 50.7 FPS, and High and Ultra fall to 43.7 and 33.4 FPS, respectively. The performance scaling from 1440p to 4K is severe, with the Low preset losing 46% of its average FPS. This indicates that the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory buffer and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for the demands of 4K rendering in this game, regardless of the CPU's capabilities. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604, show that it is not the limiting factor at 4K; the GPU is.

The data implies that for this combination, the CPU is the primary driver of performance at 1080p, where it can maintain high frame rates. As resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's advantages are less impactful. The scaling between resolutions is not linear, which points to the GPU's memory bandwidth and processing power being the key constraints at higher pixel counts.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is ranked 2050 out of 3712 tested combinations for Minimum. This places the system in the 55th percentile of all tested combos, meaning that roughly 55% of the tested configurations perform better in this game. The combo's rank is a direct result of its measured FPS at various settings, with the system excelling at 1080p and being merely adequate at 1440p while struggling at 4K.

The CPU alone, the i5-13400F, has an average benchmark score of 25292 and sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, which has an average score of 25284 and a deltaPct of 0, meaning it performs identically. The Intel Core 5 120 has a score of 25362, which is 0.3% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365, also 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201, which is 0.4% lower. These rivals indicate that the CPU's performance is closely matched by several other processors.

The GPU, the RTX 4060, has an average benchmark score of 17639 and sits in the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 17666 and is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588, which is 0.3% lower, and the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551, 0.5% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509, 0.7% lower. These comparisons show that the GPU's raw compute performance is similar to several older or integrated solutions, which explains its limitations at 4K in this game.

The combo's overall rank of 2050 is a reflection of these component-level performances. Since the CPU is in the 77th percentile and the GPU is in the 61st percentile, the combination’s rank is dragged down by the GPU’s relative weakness. The data suggests that while the CPU is a strong performer, the GPU is the lower-performing component, which is consistent with the measured FPS results showing a bottleneck at higher resolutions.

The Verdict

The verdict on whether this PC can run Minimum is conditional on the resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—averaging above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset achieves 97.3 FPS, which is well above the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, the system also clears the 60 FPS bar on all presets, with Ultra averaging 63.3 FPS. This makes 1440p gaming feasible, though the margin at Ultra is narrow.

At 3840x2160, the verdict changes. The only playable setting is Low, which averages 69.9 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 50.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, and High and Ultra are even lower at 43.7 and 33.4 FPS, respectively. This means that 4K gaming is only possible with the lowest quality settings, and higher presets will result in stutter and a sub-60 FPS experience. The data clearly indicates that the combination is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being a compromise.

For users with a 1080p monitor, this system offers a high-performance experience with the ability to max out settings. For 1440p, the system is also viable, but the Ultra preset is close to the limit. For 4K, users would need to lower settings to Low to maintain playability, which may not be acceptable for all players. The data shows that the system’s performance is heavily dependent on the target resolution.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured FPS data, the best settings for each resolution are defined as the most demanding preset that maintains an average FPS at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, with an average FPS of 97.3. This is the highest quality setting that remains playable, and the system has enough headroom to handle it without issue.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is again the best choice, with an average FPS of 63.3. While this is only slightly above the 60 FPS threshold, it is still playable and offers the highest visual quality. The High preset averages 85 FPS, which is also playable, but Ultra provides the best visual experience without dropping below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only playable option, with an average FPS of 69.9. The Medium preset falls below the threshold at 50.7 FPS, so it is not recommended. Users at 4K must use Low settings to ensure a playable frame rate, which is a significant compromise in visual quality.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide insight into what other hardware would perform similarly in this combination. For the Intel Core i5-13400F, the closest alternatives in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, which is exactly matched with a deltaPct of 0. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are both 0.3% higher in score, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H is 0.4% lower. These processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Minimum.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7790, which scores 0.2% higher, and the AMD Radeon 780M, which scores 0.3% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 are 0.5% and 0.7% lower, respectively. These GPUs would have similar raw compute performance, meaning that a system with one of these GPUs paired with a CPU like the i5-13400F would likely produce similar FPS numbers in Minimum.

It is worth remembering the CPU rivals are mostly mobile processors, such as the Ryzen 9 6900HS and Ryzen 7 6800H, which indicates that the i5-13400F’s desktop performance is comparable to high-end laptop chips. The GPU rivals include older desktop cards and integrated graphics, which suggests that the RTX 4060’s performance is not significantly higher than these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks. In practice, a system with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D and an AMD Radeon HD 7790 would likely be within a few percent of the performance of the i5-13400F and RTX 4060 combination in this game.