Minimum

Can the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 run Minimum? The benchmark data is unambiguous: yes, at every resolution and preset tested, this combination clears the 60 FPS playability threshold with significant margin. At 4K Ultra, the most demanding setting, the system still delivers 65 FPS average, while at 1080p Low it reaches 376.2 FPS. The pairing ranks 189th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 5.1% of all hardware configs for this title, with the CPU holding a 90th percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU at an 87th percentile among all graphics cards.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four quality presets, with average frame rates provided for each combination. No minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded, so the analysis relies solely on average FPS figures.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system delivers 81.3 FPS on High settings. Dropping to Medium increases performance to 101.7 FPS, a 25.1% improvement over High. On Low settings, the average reaches 128.7 FPS, which is 58.3% higher than High. The Ultra preset produces 65 FPS average, which is the lowest result across all tested configurations but still above the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from Ultra to High at 4K represents a 25.1% gain, while moving from High to Low yields another 58.3% increase.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the frame rates scale significantly higher. High settings produce 155.1 FPS average, while Medium reaches 187.8 FPS, representing a 21.1% uplift over High. Low settings deliver 241.5 FPS, which is 55.7% above High. Ultra at 1440p achieves 121.1 FPS average, a 86.3% improvement over the same preset at 4K. The gap between Ultra and High at this resolution is 28.1%, while the jump from High to Low is 55.7%.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system produces extremely high frame rates across all presets. High settings average 240.8 FPS, while Medium reaches 290.4 FPS, a 20.6% increase. Low settings deliver 376.2 FPS, which is 56.2% above High. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 184.1 FPS, which is 183.2% higher than the same preset at 4K. From Ultra to High at 1080p, the gain is 30.8%, and from High to Low it is 56.2%.

The data shows consistent scaling patterns. Moving from 4K to 1440p at the same preset yields roughly 86-87% more FPS at Ultra, but only 90.8% more at High. The jump from 1440p to 1080p at the same preset produces gains of 52% at Ultra, 55.2% at High, and 55.8% at Low. These percentages indicate that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU becomes more relevant as resolution drops.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results reveal a clear division of labor between the Intel Core i5-14600K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. At 4K resolution, the GPU dominates the performance picture. The RTX 5080, with its 10752 shading units and 960.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, is the limiting factor. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (65 FPS) versus 4K High (81.3 FPS) shows a 25.1% difference, indicating that GPU compute and memory throughput are the primary constraints at this resolution.

As resolution drops to 1440p, the CPU begins to exert more influence. The i5-14600K, with 14 cores and 20 threads running at boost clocks up to 5.30 GHz, becomes increasingly relevant. The scaling from 4K Ultra to 1440p Ultra (65 to 121.1 FPS, an 86.3% gain) is larger than the scaling from 1440p Ultra to 1080p Ultra (121.1 to 184.1 FPS, a 52% gain). This diminishing return suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is starting to become a more significant factor, though the GPU still handles the majority of the workload.

At 1080p, the CPU's role is most pronounced. The i5-14600K's PassMark single-thread score of 4270 and multi-thread score of 38682 indicate strong per-core performance. The gap between 1080p High (240.8 FPS) and 1080p Low (376.2 FPS) is 56.2%, which is narrower than the corresponding gap at 4K (58.3%). This narrowing indicates that at lower resolutions, the CPU's frame generation capability begins to cap the GPU's output. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24491 and single-core score of 2064 support this interpretation, showing robust processing power that still becomes a secondary bottleneck at very high frame rates.

The preset scaling reinforces this analysis. At 4K, the difference between Medium and Low is 26.5% (101.7 to 128.7 FPS), while at 1080p the same preset difference is 29.6% (290.4 to 376.2 FPS). Larger preset gaps at lower resolutions indicate that the GPU has more headroom to respond to reduced graphical load, while the CPU becomes the limiting factor. The data suggests that for this game, the RTX 5080 is the dominant component at 4K, while the i5-14600K becomes nearly co-equal at 1080p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-14600K provide context for CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H has an average benchmark score of 48698, which is 0.2% higher than the i5-14600K's 48618 average. This server-class processor would deliver virtually identical frame rates in Minimum when the CPU is the limiting factor. The AMD EPYC 4345P scores 48470, a 0.3% deficit, meaning it would perform within a fraction of a percent in CPU-bound situations. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX and Intel Core Ultra 5 245 score 48287 and 48995 respectively, representing 0.7% lower and 0.8% higher performance. All four rivals would produce frame rates within 1% of the i5-14600K, making them functionally interchangeable for this game.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080's nearest rivals show similar clustering. The AMD Radeon 8060S has an average score of 55757, which is 0.6% lower than the RTX 5080's 56083. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 0.7% deficit. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 2.3% slower with a score of 54828. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is the only rival that outperforms the RTX 5080, scoring 57367, which is 2.2% higher. For Minimum, any of these GPUs would produce frame rates within approximately 2% of the RTX 5080 at the same settings and resolution, meaning the playability verdict would remain identical.

These rival comparisons are particularly relevant for users considering alternative hardware. The benchmark data shows that the RTX 5080's performance class is well-populated, with several AMD options offering near-identical results. Similarly, the i5-14600K's closest competitors span both Intel and AMD platforms, indicating that the specific CPU choice within this performance tier has minimal impact on Minimum frame rates.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Minimum? The verdict data provides a definitive yes across all tested configurations. At 3840x2160, all four presets are playable, with High (81.3 FPS), Low (128.7 FPS), Medium (101.7 FPS), and Ultra (65 FPS) all exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold. The best settings at 4K are Ultra, which maintains 65 FPS average despite being the most demanding preset.

At 2560x1440, the system achieves even higher performance. Ultra settings deliver 121.1 FPS average, which is 101.8% above the 60 FPS threshold. High (155.1 FPS), Medium (187.8 FPS), and Low (241.5 FPS) all provide substantial headroom. The best settings at 1440p are Ultra, with the average FPS nearly double the playability threshold.

At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptional. Ultra settings produce 184.1 FPS average, which is 206.8% above the threshold. High (240.8 FPS), Medium (290.4 FPS), and Low (376.2 FPS) all deliver frame rates that would satisfy even high-refresh-rate monitors. The best settings at 1080p are Ultra, with performance exceeding 180 FPS.

The verdict is clear: this system not only runs Minimum but runs it with massive performance margins at every resolution and preset. The 4K Ultra result of 65 FPS is the only configuration that comes close to the 60 FPS threshold, but it still clears it by 8.3%. Users seeking maximum visual fidelity at 4K can enable Ultra settings without dropping below playable frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves 65 FPS average. This is the optimal configuration for 4K gaming, as it provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a comfortable margin above the playability threshold. The data shows that High (81.3 FPS) and Medium (101.7 FPS) offer progressively higher frame rates, but Ultra at 65 FPS is sufficient for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver 121.1 FPS average, making it the best choice for this resolution. The 121.1 FPS result is more than double the 60 FPS threshold, providing excellent headroom for demanding scenes. Users could choose High (155.1 FPS) or Medium (187.8 FPS) for even higher frame rates, but Ultra at 1440p offers the best balance of visual quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings achieve 184.1 FPS average, which is the recommended configuration. This frame rate is sufficient for 144Hz and even 165Hz monitors, while delivering maximum visual fidelity. The 184.1 FPS result is 206.8% above the playability threshold, ensuring no frame rate concerns under any gameplay scenario. Users with 240Hz displays could consider High (240.8 FPS) or Medium (290.4 FPS) to match the monitor's refresh rate, but Ultra remains the best default choice for visual quality.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 4K resolution?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the system achieves 65 FPS on Ultra settings, 81.3 FPS on High, 101.7 FPS on Medium, and 128.7 FPS on Low. All four presets clear the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Ultra settings at 2560x1440 produce 121.1 FPS average, which is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining a 101.8% margin above the playability threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest GPU rivals in this game?

A: The RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083. The AMD Radeon 8060S is 0.6% lower, the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 0.7% lower, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 2.3% lower. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is 2.2% higher. All would perform within approximately 2% in Minimum.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes more relevant. The i5-14600K's single-thread score of 4270 and multi-thread score of 38682 support frame rates up to 376.2 FPS on Low settings. The scaling from 1440p Ultra to 1080p Ultra (52% gain) is smaller than from 4K Ultra to 1440p Ultra (86.3% gain), indicating the CPU begins to limit performance at lower resolutions.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: Ultra settings at 1920x1080 produce 184.1 FPS average. This is 206.8% above the 60 FPS playability threshold and is sufficient for 144Hz and 165Hz monitors.

Q: Does the system ever drop below 60 FPS in the tested configurations?

A: No. The lowest recorded average FPS across all 12 tested combinations is 65 FPS at 4K Ultra. Every other configuration exceeds 81 FPS average, with the highest being 376.2 FPS at 1080p Low.