Minimum

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data for Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 in Minimum shows a system that is overwhelmingly capable across all tested resolutions. The measured frames per second are consistently high, with the weakest result still clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold by a narrow margin.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance at every preset. Low settings produce an average of 356 FPS, which is the highest recorded average for this combo. Medium settings average 273 FPS, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 313 FPS. High settings average 229 FPS, and Ultra settings average 174 FPS. Even at the most demanding preset, the frame rate never approaches anything close to a playability concern.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains remarkably strong. Low settings average 230 FPS, Medium settings average 176 FPS with a minimum of 149 FPS and a maximum of 202 FPS, High settings average 148 FPS, and Ultra settings average 112 FPS. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is noticeable but not dramatic, with Ultra losing roughly 35% of its average frame rate when moving up in resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system still delivers playable performance at every preset, though the margins tighten considerably. Low settings average 124 FPS, Medium settings average 95 FPS with a minimum of 80 FPS and a maximum of 109 FPS, High settings average 79 FPS, and Ultra settings average 61 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration where the average frame rate sits barely above the 60 FPS playability threshold, with the data showing just 1 FPS of headroom.

The min/max data provided for Medium settings at each resolution tells a consistent story. At 1080p Medium, the spread from 232 FPS minimum to 313 FPS maximum indicates a frame time variance of roughly 1.1 milliseconds. At 1440p Medium, the 149 FPS minimum to 202 FPS maximum spread is proportionally similar. At 4K Medium, the 80 FPS minimum to 109 FPS maximum spread shows that even the worst-case frame dips remain comfortably above playability.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but barely. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 61 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold by only 1 frame. The verdict data lists Ultra as playable at 4K, but this is the most demanding configuration in the entire benchmark set.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 2560x1440?

A: Ultra settings are fully playable at 1440p, with an average of 112 FPS. Since the verdict by resolution identifies Ultra as the best settings at this resolution, you can run the game at maximum graphical quality while maintaining nearly double the playability threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35365, placing it in the 85th percentile among all CPUs. Its closest rival is the Intel Core i7-13700T with an average score of 35403, which is 0.1% higher. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428, 0.2% higher than the i7-12700KF.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 significantly better than its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, placing it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival is the RTX 4080 SUPER with a score of 54209, just 0.1% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828 (1.1% higher), the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 (2.6% higher), and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757 (2.7% higher). The differences are within a narrow band of roughly 3%.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the average FPS is 273, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 313 FPS. This means even the lowest frame dips stay well above 200 FPS, making this configuration suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Which resolution offers the best balance of quality and performance?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 Ultra runs at 112 FPS average, which is more than double the playability threshold while delivering maximum graphical settings. At 4K Ultra, you only get 61 FPS, so 1440p Ultra provides a substantially smoother experience with only a modest reduction in resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for both components, there are several combinations that would behave nearly identically to the i7-12700KF and RTX 4080 in Minimum.

On the CPU side, the Intel Core i7-12700K is the closest match with an average score of 35287, just 0.2% below the i7-12700KF's 35365. In practical terms, this means the i7-12700K would deliver frame rates that are effectively indistinguishable in this game. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403 (0.1% higher), so it would also perform within the noise margin. The Intel Core i5-13600T at 35305 (0.2% lower) and the Intel Core 5 213PE at 35428 (0.2% higher) round out the group of CPUs that would produce nearly identical results.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the most obvious alternative, with an average score of 54209 versus the RTX 4080's 54247 — a difference of just 0.1%. This means the RTX 4080 SUPER would deliver essentially the same frame rates in Minimum. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828, 1.1% higher) and AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698, 2.6% higher) would also be within a few percentage points. The AMD Radeon 8060S at 55757 is 2.7% higher, which could translate to roughly 2-4 FPS difference at 4K Ultra settings.

In practical terms, any combination using one of these rival CPUs with one of these rival GPUs would produce frame rates within a margin that is unlikely to be perceptible in real gameplay. The performance envelope for this class of hardware is tightly clustered, and the bottleneck in Minimum is unlikely to shift meaningfully between these components.

The Verdict

This system can run Minimum at all tested resolutions and all tested presets, comfortably clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold in nearly every configuration. The verdict by resolution confirms that every preset — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — is playable at 1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160.

At 1920x1080, the system is massively overqualified. Even Ultra settings deliver 174 FPS average, which is nearly three times the playability threshold. This resolution is suitable for high-refresh-rate displays, with Low settings pushing 356 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the system maintains excellent headroom. Ultra settings run at 112 FPS average, which is still nearly double the 60 FPS threshold. This is arguably the sweet spot for this combination, offering maximum graphical quality with substantial performance margin.

At 3840x2160, the system remains playable at all presets, but Ultra settings are the edge case. The 61 FPS average at 4K Ultra means the system clears the threshold, but with minimal headroom. Players who want to maintain higher frame rates at 4K should consider High settings, which deliver 79 FPS average, or Medium settings at 95 FPS average.

The data indicates that this combination of i7-12700KF and RTX 4080 is well-matched for Minimum, with the GPU being the primary driver of frame rates at higher resolutions. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs ensures it will not bottleneck the GPU in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 246th out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places the system in the top 6.6% of all tested configurations, which is consistent with the component-level percentiles: the CPU sits in the 85th percentile and the GPU in the 86th percentile.

This ranking reflects the fact that while this is a high-end system, there are still 245 tested combinations that deliver higher frame rates in this game. Those combinations would presumably feature even more powerful CPUs and GPUs, such as newer generation flagship parts. However, the practical significance of the ranking difference is modest given that this combo already delivers playable frame rates at 4K Ultra.

The ranking also indicates that this system is substantially above the median tested configuration. Being in the top 6.6% of 3712 combinations means the vast majority of systems tested would deliver lower frame rates in Minimum. For a game from 2014, this modern hardware is far more than sufficient, and the ranking reflects that this combo sits well within the upper echelon of tested hardware.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 174 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and it delivers frame rates nearly three times the playability threshold. There is no reason to lower settings at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is also Ultra, with an average of 112 FPS. This configuration provides maximum graphical quality while maintaining nearly double the 60 FPS threshold, making it the clear recommendation for 1440p gaming.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 61 FPS. This is the only resolution where the choice is consequential: Ultra barely clears the threshold, while High settings deliver 79 FPS and Medium settings deliver 95 FPS. Players who prioritize frame rate stability over absolute visual quality might prefer High or Medium at 4K, but Ultra is technically playable according to the data.

For all three resolutions, the system can run the highest available preset while maintaining playable frame rates. The only caveat is at 4K Ultra, where the 61 FPS average leaves just 1 FPS of headroom above the 60 FPS playability threshold. The min/max data for Medium settings at each resolution suggests that frame dips are well-controlled, but the 4K Ultra configuration has no min/max data provided, so the variance profile at that setting is unknown.