Minimum

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers a remarkable performance profile for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. Benchmark data shows this combination handles the game with substantial headroom across all tested resolutions and settings. The measured results indicate a system that is heavily GPU-limited at lower resolutions, while the CPU begins to play a more significant role as resolution increases, though both components remain comfortably capable. This analysis examines the measured FPS data, compares against nearest rival hardware, and provides clear guidance on optimal settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU side, the Intel Core i5-13400F sits at the 77th percentile among all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25292. Its nearest rivals in synthetic testing are remarkably close, with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scoring 25284 (0% delta), the Intel Core 5 120 scoring 25362 (-0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scoring 25365 (-0.3% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scoring 25201 (0.4% delta). For a game like Minimum, which relies on consistent frame delivery, any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical CPU-bound behavior. The practical takeaway is that a system builder swapping between these processors would see almost no measurable difference in this title's frame rates, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU dominates.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79842. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database are the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (score 79605, 0.3% delta), the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (score 79396, 0.6% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (score 78940, 1.1% delta), and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X (score 80959, -1.4% delta). These rivals are all enterprise or mobile-class parts, meaning the RTX 5090's gaming performance in Minimum would be matched only by these specific accelerators. The deltaPct values show the RTX 5090 is effectively tied with the Tesla P100 variants and slightly ahead of the RX 6850M XT, while the Pro Vega 64X edges ahead by 1.4%. For gameplay, this means the RTX 5090 provides a level of graphics throughput that these rival GPUs would approximate, though none of them are typical consumer gaming cards.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear pattern in how CPU and GPU responsibilities shift across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the RTX 5090 is the dominant performer, with frame rates ranging from 197.8 FPS at Ultra settings to 386.7 FPS at Low. The i5-13400F has ample headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution, as evidenced by the massive frame rates achieved. Moving to 2560x1440, frame rates drop by roughly 33-35% across settings: Ultra falls from 197.8 to 132 FPS, High from 263.4 to 170.4 FPS, Medium from 315 to 199.2 FPS, and Low from 386.7 to 262 FPS. This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU is still the primary bottleneck at 1440p, with the CPU not yet limiting performance.

At 3840x2160, the scaling pattern shifts further. Comparing 1080p to 4K, Ultra drops from 197.8 to 71.9 FPS (a 63.7% reduction), High from 263.4 to 90.4 FPS (65.7% reduction), Medium from 315 to 108.2 FPS (65.7% reduction), and Low from 386.7 to 139.3 FPS (64% reduction). The consistent ~65% reduction across settings at 4K suggests the GPU is now heavily taxed, while the CPU's role becomes relatively more important. However, even at 4K Ultra, the system maintains 71.9 FPS, indicating the CPU is not a limiting factor. The data implies that for Minimum, the RTX 5090 is the workload driver at all resolutions, with the i5-13400F providing sufficient single-thread and multi-thread performance to avoid bottlenecking. The CPU's 3dmark single-thread score of 960 and passmark single-thread score of 3634, combined with its 16 threads, ensure it can keep pace with the GPU's frame output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS is exceptionally high across all settings. Low settings produce 386.7 FPS, Medium yields 315 FPS, High achieves 263.4 FPS, and Ultra still maintains 197.8 FPS. These numbers indicate that even the most demanding preset at 1080p leaves enormous performance headroom, with the Ultra setting delivering over three times the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain robust but show clear scaling with settings. Low settings deliver 262 FPS, Medium produces 199.2 FPS, High achieves 170.4 FPS, and Ultra maintains 132 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 130 FPS, showing that setting choices have a significant impact on frame delivery. Even at the most demanding preset, the system holds 132 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, performance is still strong but the impact of resolution becomes pronounced. Low settings produce 139.3 FPS, Medium delivers 108.2 FPS, High achieves 90.4 FPS, and Ultra maintains 71.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration in the entire dataset that approaches the 60 FPS threshold, but it still clears it by 11.9 FPS. The data shows a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the FPS penalty grows, but every tested configuration remains above the playable threshold.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Minimum. The verdictByResolution data confirms that all tested resolutions and settings are playable, with every configuration exceeding the 60 FPS threshold. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, Medium, and Ultra, with the best settings being Ultra at an average of 71.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, with Ultra achieving 132 FPS. At 1920x1080, all settings are playable, with Ultra delivering 197.8 FPS. The system clears 60 FPS in every single measured scenario, and at 1080p and 1440p it does so by a massive margin. The only configuration that comes close to the threshold is 4K Ultra at 71.9 FPS, but even that remains comfortably above the playable mark. For users seeking the highest visual quality, 4K Ultra is viable; for those prioritizing frame rates, lower resolutions and settings offer exceptional headroom.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 79th out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This puts the system in the top 2.1% of all configurations tested for this game. The high ranking reflects the exceptional GPU performance combined with a capable CPU that does not bottleneck. The i5-13400F's 77th percentile ranking among CPUs and the RTX 5090's 92nd percentile among GPUs contribute to this top-tier result. The data suggests that only 78 other hardware combinations in the database deliver higher average FPS for Minimum, making this a near-elite setup for this title. The rank of 79 out of 3712 indicates that the vast majority of tested systems perform worse, often significantly so.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 71.9 FPS. This is the best visual quality setting available at this resolution while still maintaining playable frame rates. At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average FPS of 132. This provides excellent visual fidelity with more than double the playable threshold. At 1920x1080, Ultra is again the recommended setting, delivering 197.8 FPS on average. Across all three resolutions, the system can handle the maximum preset without dipping below 60 FPS. The data shows that no compromise is necessary for Minimum — users can select Ultra at any resolution and still enjoy smooth gameplay. The margin at 4K Ultra is smaller (11.9 FPS above threshold) but still safe. For those who prefer higher frame rates over visual fidelity, dropping to High at 4K yields 90.4 FPS, a significant improvement over Ultra.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 4K Ultra settings above 60 FPS?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 71.9 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by 11.9 FPS.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 386.7 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the i5-13400F compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The i5-13400F scores 25292 on average, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS at 25284 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H at 25201 (0.4% delta). The Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 (-0.3% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 (-0.3% delta).

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings produce 262 FPS while Ultra produces 132 FPS, a difference of 130 FPS.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Minimum?*

A: This combination ranks 79th out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top 2.1% of all configurations.

Q: At which resolution does the system come closest to the 60 FPS threshold?

A: The closest margin is at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, where the system achieves 71.9 FPS, just 11.9 FPS above the playable threshold.