Minimum

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT delivers a strong performance profile for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. Benchmark results show this combination is capable of high frame rates across all tested resolutions, though the demanding 4K Ultra preset falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy: 1080p and 1440p are fully playable at maximum settings, while 4K requires a reduction to Medium settings for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset averages 248 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure across all tests. Moving up the settings ladder, Medium averages 191.8 FPS, High averages 163.4 FPS, and Ultra still maintains a robust 120.6 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance drop of roughly 51% between the extremes, but even the most demanding preset retains more than double the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but the gap between presets widens. The Low preset averages 162.5 FPS, representing a 34% decline from the 1080p Low result. Medium delivers 123.6 FPS, High drops to 103.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 79.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution is the first instance where the frame rate dips below 100 FPS, though it still clears the playable threshold comfortably. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is approximately 51%, mirroring the settings scaling observed at 1080p.

At 3840x2160, the picture changes significantly. The Low preset averages 83.8 FPS, which remains playable, and Medium follows at 64.7 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. High drops to 57.8 FPS, falling below playable, and Ultra averages 43.1 FPS, which is the lowest recorded result. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 48% reduction in frame rate. The delta between 1440p and 4K at the same settings is substantial: for example, High at 1440p averages 103.1 FPS versus 57.8 FPS at 4K, representing a 44% drop.

The data set includes only average FPS values, with no minimum or maximum figures provided. All results are based on measured performance, and the frame rates are consistent with what would be expected from a high-end 2022 processor paired with a 2023 mid-range graphics card.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extremely high (248 FPS at Low, 191.8 FPS at Medium), which suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at lower settings. The RX 7800 XT is capable of outputting far more frames than the i7-13700K can process in this older title, meaning the CPU dictates performance at 1080p.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more significant role. The frame rate drops by roughly 34% across all presets compared to 1080p, which indicates the GPU is now the bottleneck. However, the i7-13700K still has sufficient headroom, as evidenced by the 162.5 FPS result at Low settings. The CPU continues to drive performance at lower presets, but the GPU load increases with each step up the settings ladder.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. The frame rate at Low (83.8 FPS) is less than half of the 1080p Low result (248 FPS), showing that pixel throughput is now the limiting factor. The RX 7800 XT's 16 GB of memory and 624.1 GB/s bandwidth are being fully utilized at this resolution. The CPU's role diminishes further; even at Ultra settings, where the GPU is heavily strained, the 43.1 FPS result is almost certainly GPU-bound. The scaling between resolutions confirms that this is a GPU-limited scenario at 4K, while the i7-13700K's strong single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 1136) keeps it relevant at lower resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides context for what other hardware would behave similarly. The i7-13700K's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which has an average benchmark score of 46971 versus the i7's 46881, a delta of -0.2%. This indicates the Ryzen 9 5900 would produce nearly identical frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022, delta -0.3%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654, delta 0.5%) are also within 0.5% of the i7-13700K's average score, meaning all three rivals would deliver indistinguishable performance. The Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46653, delta 0.5%) rounds out the CPU comparison, with a similarly negligible performance difference.

For the GPU, the RX 7800 XT's nearest rivals are somewhat unexpected given its modern architecture. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 has an average score of 11680 versus the RX 7800 XT's 11627, a delta of -0.5%, suggesting the GTX 1660 would produce nearly identical frame rates despite being several generations older. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500M (11528, delta 0.9%) and AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT (11842, delta -1.8%) are also within 2% of the RX 7800 XT's average score. The NVIDIA Tesla K20c (11479, delta 1.3%) completes the list, though this is a compute-oriented card unlikely to be used for gaming. These close deltas indicate that swapping the RX 7800 XT for any of these rivals would yield frame rates within a few percent of each other.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum at playable frame rates across most settings and resolutions, with the exception of 4K High and Ultra. The verdict data is clear: at 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable, with the best experience at Ultra averaging 120.6 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets also clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra being the best playable setting at 79.9 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the situation requires compromise. The playable settings are Low (83.8 FPS) and Medium (64.7 FPS). The best playable setting is Medium, which stays just above the 60 FPS line. High (57.8 FPS) and Ultra (43.1 FPS) both fall below the playable threshold and should be avoided if smooth gameplay is the priority. The 4K Medium result of 64.7 FPS is close enough to 60 FPS that any slight variation in scene complexity could push it below, but the measured data confirms it as playable.

For players seeking the highest visual quality, 1440p Ultra is the sweet spot, offering 79.9 FPS with all settings maxed. At 1080p, the Ultra preset at 120.6 FPS provides an extremely smooth experience that takes full advantage of high-refresh-rate monitors.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT ranks 1284 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places the pairing in the 65th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly two-thirds of tested combos perform worse. The rank reflects the balance between a top-tier CPU (89th percentile among all CPUs) and a mid-range GPU (51st percentile among all GPUs). The GPU's lower percentile is notable, as it indicates the RX 7800 XT is the weaker link in this pairing, which aligns with the performance data showing GPU-bound behavior at higher resolutions. The rank of 1284 suggests that while this is a capable setup, there are many other tested combos with faster GPUs that would outperform it in this game, particularly at 4K.

FAQ

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

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 43.1 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable 4K setting is Medium, averaging 64.7 FPS.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings are playable at 2560x1440, with an average of 79.9 FPS. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

Q: How does the i7-13700K compare to its closest CPU rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 has an average benchmark score of 46971, which is 0.2% lower than the i7-13700K's 46881. This means performance between the two would be virtually identical in CPU-bound scenarios.

Q: Is the RX 7800 XT a bottleneck for this CPU?

A: The data suggests the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K, where frame rates drop significantly across all presets. At 1080p, the CPU is more likely the constraint given the extremely high frame rates (up to 248 FPS at Low).

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

A: The measured average is 163.4 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings. This is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold and suitable for high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 1284 out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the upper third of all tested systems for Minimum. This reflects the GPU's modest performance percentile relative to the CPU's high standing.