Minimum

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is a powerful combination for running Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released on 2014-06-25. Benchmark data shows the system handles the game with high frame rates across all tested resolutions, though the demands of 4K Ultra settings push it to the edge of playability. The following analysis breaks down how this combo performs, where the bottlenecks lie, and which settings to use for a smooth experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this combo each have closely matched rivals based on aggregate benchmark scores. For the Intel Core i5-13400F, the nearest performance equivalent is the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, with a negligible 0% delta in average benchmark score. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are also within a 0.3% margin, meaning these processors would deliver nearly identical frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H sits slightly ahead at 0.4% delta, but the difference is imperceptible in real-world gaming. Notably, the i5-13400F scores in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the majority of desktop processors available.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070 Ti's nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which edges it out by 0.8% in average benchmark score. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT and Intel Arc A730M are 1.3% and 1.7% ahead, respectively, while the NVIDIA RTX A6000 trails by 1.6%. These deltas are all within a tight 3% range, so any of these cards would produce very similar frame rates in Minimum. The RTX 4070 Ti ranks in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, placing it well above the median graphics card for gaming performance.

For Minimum specifically, this means you could swap in any of these near-identical components without noticeably changing the experience. The game is older and not particularly demanding, so the differences between these rivals would only manifest in synthetic benchmarks, not in actual gameplay at the tested settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

In Minimum, the RTX 4070 Ti is the dominant component, but the CPU still matters at lower resolutions and settings. The data shows clear scaling patterns across the three tested resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 326 FPS average. This extremely high frame rate suggests the CPU is working hard to feed the GPU, and the i5-13400F's 16 threads and 4.60 GHz boost clock are sufficient to avoid bottlenecking. At this resolution, the GPU is not the limiting factor; the system is likely constrained by the game engine's draw call throughput.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the frame rate at Low settings drops to 211 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it falls further to 113 FPS. This pattern indicates that the GPU is becoming more involved as pixel count rises, but the CPU still keeps pace. The most telling data point is the scaling from 1080p Ultra (160 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (103 FPS) — a 36% reduction in frame rate for a 78% increase in pixel count. This suggests the workload is transitioning from CPU-bound to GPU-bound as settings and resolution increase.

At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 56, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. This is a GPU limitation, not a CPU one. The RTX 4070 Ti's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are being pushed hard at this extreme setting. The CPU's role at 4K is minimal; even a slower processor would deliver similar results because the GPU is the clear bottleneck. Conversely, at 1080p Low, a weaker CPU would likely reduce the 326 FPS figure, proving that the i5-13400F's performance is critical for high-refresh-rate gaming at lower resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

The verdict data provides clear guidance for the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is High, which achieves an average of 73 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 56 FPS, which is unplayable by the 60 FPS standard. Medium runs at 87 FPS, and Low at 113 FPS, but High offers the best visual quality while staying comfortably above the threshold. The 17 FPS gap between High and Ultra suggests that Ultra's additional effects (likely shadows, reflections, and draw distance) are disproportionately expensive at 4K.

At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with Ultra delivering 103 FPS average. This is the best choice because it provides maximum visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. The gap between Medium (161 FPS) and Ultra (103 FPS) is significant, but 103 FPS is well above the playability threshold for a third-person shooter, which benefits from high frame rates for camera panning.

At 1920x1080, Ultra runs at 160 FPS, making it the clear recommendation. The GPU is so capable at this resolution that even the most demanding preset leaves massive headroom. Low settings hit 326 FPS, which is useful for competitive play, but Ultra provides the best experience for most users. The 160 FPS figure is more than double the playability threshold, meaning this combo will handle any monitor refresh rate up to 160 Hz at 1080p Ultra.

FAQ

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

A: No. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS is 56, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable 4K setting is High, which averages 73 FPS.

Q: What is the highest FPS achievable with this hardware?

A: The maximum measured average is 326 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 1080p Medium, it averages 250 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra, it drops to 160 FPS.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F or the RTX 4070 Ti the main bottleneck?

A: It depends on resolution and settings. At 1080p Low, the CPU is more likely the limiting factor due to the extremely high frame rates. At 4K Ultra, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, as evidenced by the 56 FPS average.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems for Minimum?

A: The combo ranks 511 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 14% of all systems tested for this game. This is a strong position, though not at the very top tier.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between High and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, High averages 135 FPS while Ultra averages 103 FPS. That is a 32 FPS difference, or roughly a 24% reduction in performance for the highest preset.

Q: Is the 4K Medium setting a good alternative to High?

A: Yes. 4K Medium averages 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. It provides a smoother experience than High (73 FPS) but with reduced visual quality. The choice depends on whether you prioritize frame rate consistency over graphics.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data shows consistent performance across all tested configurations. At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 Ti delivers 113 FPS on Low, 87 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 74 and maximum of 100), 73 FPS on High, and 56 FPS on Ultra. The Medium settings are the only 4K configuration with recorded minimum and maximum values, indicating a frame time variance of 26 FPS, which is acceptable for a third-person shooter.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates increase substantially. Low settings hit 211 FPS, Medium averages 161 FPS (minimum 137, maximum 185), High averages 135 FPS, and Ultra averages 103 FPS. The 48 FPS range on Medium (from 137 to 185) shows some frame time inconsistency, but the average remains well above playability. The jump from Medium to High is only 26 FPS, while the jump from High to Ultra is 32 FPS, suggesting Ultra is notably more demanding at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptional. Low settings reach 326 FPS, Medium averages 250 FPS (minimum 212, maximum 287), High averages 210 FPS, and Ultra averages 160 FPS. The Medium setting shows a 75 FPS range between minimum and maximum, which is the largest variance in the entire dataset, but even the minimum of 212 FPS is far above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at each setting is roughly a 35-40% reduction in frame rate, and from 1440p to 4K, the reduction is another 45-50%, following the expected pixel count increases.

It is worth remembering only the Medium settings at each resolution have recorded minimum and maximum FPS values. The other settings have null values for these metrics, meaning the data only provides averages for High, Low, and Ultra. This limits the analysis of frame time consistency, but the available numbers show no signs of stuttering or severe drops.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Minimum, this pairing of Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 511 out of 3712 total combos. This places it in the top 13.8% of all systems tested for this game, which is a strong result given the game's age and the hardware's capabilities. The rank reflects the combination's ability to maintain high frame rates across all resolutions, with only 4K Ultra falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

The 511th position suggests that while this is a high-performing combo, there are 510 systems that achieve even better results. These would likely feature newer flagship GPUs or higher-end CPUs, but the practical difference in Minimum is minimal. The RTX 4070 Ti's 84th percentile GPU ranking and the i5-13400F's 77th percentile CPU ranking are both solid, but the combo rank is slightly lower than either component's individual percentile, indicating that the pairing doesn't perfectly optimize performance for this specific game.

For context, the combo's rank of 511 out of 3712 means it beats over 3,200 other tested configurations. This is an excellent result for a mid-to-high-end desktop setup, and the data shows that the system is well-balanced for Minimum at every resolution except 4K Ultra. If you own this hardware, you can confidently run the game at 1440p Ultra or 1080p Ultra with high frame rates, and at 4K High for a smooth experience.