Minimum

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is a capable combination for running Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014. The benchmark data shows this combo ranks 1927th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all tested systems. The data indicates this setup handles the game well at most settings, though 4K resolution requires careful preset selection to maintain playable frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT sits at rank 1927 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it in the 52nd percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms slightly more than half of the systems tested. While not a top-tier configuration, this position is respectable given that the CPU and GPU are mid-range offerings from their respective generations.

The ranking reflects the balance between the two components. The CPU holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs tested, while the GPU sits at the 72nd percentile among all GPUs. This indicates the processor is relatively stronger than the graphics card, which is reflected in the overall combo ranking. The system's performance is not bottlenecked by either component, but the GPU is the more limiting factor in this pairing.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results across resolutions and presets reveal how the CPU and GPU share the workload in Minimum. At 1920x1080, the game is clearly GPU-bound at higher settings, as evidenced by the scaling from Low to Ultra presets. The jump from Low (206.2 FPS) to Ultra (101.2 FPS) represents a 51% reduction in frame rate, which is consistent with the GPU being the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts slightly. The frame rate drop from Low (128.6 FPS) to Ultra (67.1 FPS) is a 48% reduction, similar in magnitude to 1080p. However, the absolute numbers suggest the CPU is still keeping pace with the GPU's demands. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3701 Passmark single-thread score, helps maintain high frame rates even at lower resolutions where CPU overhead typically matters more.

The 4K results tell a different story. At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. The Ultra preset yields only 34.8 FPS, while Low reaches 73.2 FPS. This 53% performance gap between presets indicates the GPU's rendering load at 4K overwhelms the CPU's ability to feed it frames. The RX 6700 XT's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game's demands, but the raw compute power at 4K resolution is insufficient for high preset levels.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers strong performance across all presets. The Low preset produces an average of 206.2 FPS, while Medium reaches 154.3 FPS. High settings yield 133.9 FPS, and Ultra drops to 101.2 FPS. Every preset at this resolution comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold, with even the most demanding setting maintaining a wide margin.

The 2560x1440 results show a step down but remain playable. Low settings average 128.6 FPS, Medium achieves 100 FPS, and High produces 83.9 FPS. The Ultra preset maintains 67.1 FPS, which still clears the 60 FPS threshold but with less headroom. The scaling between presets is linear, suggesting no unexpected bottlenecks at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes dramatically. Low settings average 73.2 FPS, which is playable. Medium drops to 52.7 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS threshold. High settings yield only 45.5 FPS, and Ultra drops further to 34.8 FPS. The system can handle 4K only at the lowest preset, and even then with a modest margin above the playable threshold.

The absence of minimum and maximum frame rate data in the measured results means the analysis relies solely on average FPS. This provides a clear picture of overall performance but does not capture frame time consistency or stuttering behavior. The data shows a consistent scaling pattern across resolutions and presets, indicating stable performance rather than erratic frame delivery.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 1080p with maximum settings?*

A: Yes, the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 averages 101.2 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four presets at this resolution exceed 100 FPS, with Low reaching 206.2 FPS.

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Minimum?*

A: The data shows 2560x1440 Ultra is the highest resolution and preset combination that stays playable, averaging 67.1 FPS. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset remains playable at 73.2 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 27425. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, scores 27435 with a 0% difference. The RTX 3090 scores 27565, putting it 0.5% ahead, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 scores 27839, 1.5% higher.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 4K, the frame rate drops from 73.2 FPS at Low to 34.8 FPS at Ultra, a 53% reduction. The CPU's influence is more apparent at lower resolutions where its single-thread performance of 3701 in Passmark helps maintain high frame rates.

Q: What settings should be used at 4K?

A: Only the Low preset achieves playable performance at 3840x2160, averaging 73.2 FPS. Medium drops to 52.7 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so Low is the only viable option at this resolution.

Q: How does the i5-14400F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 32279. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233, just 0.1% lower. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, 0.2% lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121, 0.5% lower.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering 101.2 FPS average. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a 41.2 FPS margin above the playable threshold. The High preset offers 133.9 FPS for those preferring higher frame rates over visual fidelity.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset remains the best option with 67.1 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS, though the margin is smaller at 7.1 FPS. The High preset at 83.9 FPS provides more headroom for users concerned about frame rate dips.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is viable, averaging 73.2 FPS. This is the sole playable option at 4K, with Medium falling to 52.7 FPS. The Low preset provides a 13.2 FPS margin above the threshold, which is adequate but less comfortable than the margins at lower resolutions.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum at all tested resolutions, but with significant limitations at 4K. The verdict by resolution shows 1920x1080 is fully playable at all four presets, with Ultra averaging 101.2 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets also clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra at 67.1 FPS being the most demanding playable option.

At 3840x2160, the system is only playable at the Low preset, which averages 73.2 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra presets all fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with averages of 52.7, 45.5, and 34.8 FPS respectively. For users targeting 4K, the Low preset is the only option that maintains playable frame rates.

Overall, this combination is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Minimum, offering high frame rates at maximum settings. The 4K experience is limited to low visual quality, making this setup better for high-refresh-rate monitors at lower resolutions than for 4K displays.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals provide similar processing performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 32233, essentially identical to the i5-14400F's 32279 (0.1% difference). The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, also virtually indistinguishable. These alternatives would behave nearly identically in Minimum.

The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, which is 0.2% higher than the i5-14400F, while the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121, 0.5% lower. These differences are negligible for gaming performance, meaning any of these CPUs would produce similar frame rates when paired with the RX 6700 XT.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile scores 27435, matching the RX 6700 XT's 27425 exactly (0% difference). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 scores 27565, just 0.5% higher, and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 scores 27839, 1.5% higher. These GPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Minimum, with the RTX 3090 offering a marginal improvement and the Pro Vega 20 a slightly larger one.

For users considering alternatives, swapping the CPU for any of its nearest rivals would result in virtually unchanged performance. Similarly, substituting the GPU with an RTX 4070 Mobile would maintain the same frame rates, while an RTX 3090 would provide a negligible boost. The system's overall behavior in Minimum would remain consistent across these near-equivalent components.