Minimum

Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT deliver a combination that ranks in the 64th percentile of all tested system pairings for the game Minimum, placing 2369th out of 3712 total configurations. This is a data-driven analysis of how that pairing performs across common resolutions and settings, based exclusively on measured FPS results from the benchmark database. The findings reveal a system that comfortably handles 1080p with headroom to spare, but hits a hard wall at 4K where no settings preset achieves the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets, with average frame rates ranging from a low of 31.9 FPS to a high of 178.6 FPS. At 1920x1080, the system is overwhelmingly capable: Low settings produce an average of 178.6 FPS, Medium drops to 137.2 FPS, High reaches 111.8 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains 89.1 FPS. These numbers indicate the CPU-GPU pairing is never the limiting factor at this resolution, as even the most intensive settings remain well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scaling is substantial but still favorable. Low settings average 114.1 FPS, which drops to 88.2 FPS on Medium. The High preset yields 74.9 FPS, while Ultra falls to 58.3 FPS — the first preset at this resolution to dip below the 60 FPS line. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 55.8 FPS, suggesting the GPU is beginning to feel the pressure of higher pixel counts but still retains strong performance in the middle settings.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically. Low settings deliver 59.2 FPS, just under the playable threshold, while Medium averages 48.6 FPS, High manages 39.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 31.9 FPS. The 4K results show a steep and consistent decline as settings increase, with the gap between Low and Ultra widening to 27.3 FPS. Min and max FPS values are not recorded in the data, so the average figures represent the sole basis for evaluating frame pacing and consistency — and they tell a story of a system that lacks the raw throughput for 4K gaming.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: Low settings offer roughly 1.5 to 2 times the FPS of Ultra settings. The delta from Low to Ultra is 89.5 FPS at 1080p, 55.8 FPS at 1440p, and 27.3 FPS at 4K — illustrating that the absolute performance headroom shrinks as resolution grows.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearest rivals in the benchmark database that bracket their performance envelopes. For the Intel Core i7-12700K, the average benchmark score is 35287, which places it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the Intel Core i5-13600T with an average score of 35305, representing a 0.1% difference — effectively identical performance. The Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35365, a 0.2% delta, while the Intel Core i7-13700T reaches 35403, just 0.3% higher. The Intel Core 5 213PE completes the rival set with 35428, a 0.4% advantage. These margins are negligible, meaning any of these four CPUs would behave nearly indistinguishably in Minimum when paired with the same GPU.

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT holds an average benchmark score of 17083, placing it in the 60th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 at 17037 (a 0.3% lower score), the AMD Radeon HD 7970M at 17019 (0.4% lower), and the NVIDIA Tesla M4 at 16932 (0.9% lower). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 sits just above with 17208, a 0.7% higher score. Again, these differences are within 1%, so swapping to any of these GPUs would yield FPS numbers within a narrow band of the measured results. For a game like Minimum, the practical takeaway is that this performance tier is well-populated — users with any of these rival parts can expect similar frame rates, though the specific thermal and power characteristics of each card are not captured in this data.

How This Combo Ranks

This CPU-GPU combination ranks 2369th out of 3712 tested configurations for Minimum, placing it in the 64th percentile overall. That percentile rank indicates the combo outperforms roughly two-thirds of all systems in the database, which is a solid mid-to-upper tier position. The rank is influenced by both components: the i7-12700K sits in the 84th percentile among CPUs, while the RX 7600 XT is in the 60th percentile among GPUs. The combined rank of 64% is closer to the GPU's percentile, suggesting that graphics throughput is the more binding constraint for this game.

The data implies that while the CPU has substantial headroom, the GPU limits overall performance in more demanding scenarios. At 1080p, the high FPS numbers indicate the CPU can feed the GPU effectively, but at 4K the GPU's 60th percentile standing shows through as it struggles to maintain frame rates. The rank of 2369 out of 3712 is not a verdict on quality — it simply reflects where this pairing falls in the broader landscape of tested hardware. Given the game's genre and release date, the ranking suggests this combo is more than adequate for mainstream play.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is unambiguous: this system can run Minimum at 60 FPS in 1080p and 1440p, but not at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four settings — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are listed as playable, with Ultra averaging 89.1 FPS. The best playable setting at this resolution is Ultra, delivering 89.1 FPS. At 2560x1440, three settings are playable: High at 74.9 FPS, Medium at 88.2 FPS, and Low at 114.1 FPS. The best playable preset here is High, with an average of 74.9 FPS. Ultra at 1440p falls short at 58.3 FPS, just below the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: no settings preset is playable. The highest average FPS at 4K is 59.2 on Low, which misses the 60 FPS mark by 0.8 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall further behind at 48.6, 39.8, and 31.9 FPS respectively. The database records no best settings for 4K, confirming this resolution is off the table for smooth gameplay. Therefore, the answer to whether this PC can run Minimum is yes — but only up to 1440p, with 1080p offering the full range of settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals which component dominates performance for Minimum. At 1080p, the CPU's strength is evident: even at Ultra settings, the average FPS of 89.1 suggests the GPU is not maxed out, leaving the CPU to handle frame delivery. The jump from High to Ultra at 1080p costs 22.7 FPS (from 111.8 to 89.1), a relatively modest penalty that indicates the GPU has enough headroom to absorb the extra load.

The role shifts at 1440p, where the GPU begins to assert its influence. The drop from Low (114.1 FPS) to Ultra (58.3 FPS) represents a 55.8 FPS loss, nearly double the 1080p penalty. This steepening curve points to the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck as pixel count rises. At 4K, the GPU's limitations are fully exposed: the difference between Low and Ultra is just 27.3 FPS, and even Low barely touches 60 FPS. The data shows that the CPU's performance ceiling is not reached at any resolution tested, while the GPU's throughput is exhausted progressively from 1440p upward.

The CPU's 84th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 60th percentile further supports this interpretation. At 1080p, the CPU can push frame rates above 100 FPS on lower settings, but the GPU cannot scale similarly at higher resolutions. For players targeting high refresh rates at 1080p, the CPU is the enabler; for 4K, the GPU is the wall.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS average is identified from the verdict data. At 1920x1080, the best setting is Ultra, which achieves an average of 89.1 FPS. This is the optimal choice for visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness, as it clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable 29.1 FPS margin. At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is High, delivering 74.9 FPS. This preset balances quality and performance, staying 14.9 FPS above the threshold. Ultra at 1440p is not viable at 58.3 FPS.

At 3840x2160, there is no best setting because no preset reaches 60 FPS. The closest option is Low at 59.2 FPS, but since it falls below the threshold, it cannot be recommended as a playable preset. The data records no best settings for 4K, confirming that users must either drop to 1440p or accept sub-60 FPS performance. For those who prioritize frame rate over resolution, 1440p High is the sweet spot; for maximum visual quality, 1080p Ultra is the clear winner.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 60 FPS on 1080p Ultra settings?*

A: Yes. The measured average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 89.1, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Ultra is listed as a playable setting at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: High is the best playable setting at 1440p, with an average FPS of 74.9. Ultra at this resolution averages 58.3 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this CPU and GPU combination?

A: No playable settings exist at 3840x2160. The highest average FPS is 59.2 on Low settings, just below the 60 FPS requirement, while Medium, High, and Ultra all average below 50 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3070?

A: The RX 7600 XT has an average benchmark score of 17083, while the RTX 3070 scores 17208. This represents a 0.7% performance difference, meaning the two GPUs would deliver near-identical FPS in Minimum.

Q: What is the FPS drop from Low to Ultra at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low averages 178.6 FPS and Ultra averages 89.1 FPS, a difference of 89.5 FPS. This indicates significant scaling headroom across settings at this resolution.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more at 4K?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The CPU ranks in the 84th percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 60th percentile, and the 4K FPS results show the GPU cannot maintain 60 FPS even on Low settings.