Minimum

This analysis examines the performance of the Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT when running Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014. The data set includes measured frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets, with a playability threshold of 60 FPS. The combination ranks 1241st out of 3712 tested configurations for this game, placing it in the upper third of all systems. The CPU holds a 91st percentile rank against all processors, while the GPU sits at the 51st percentile against all graphics cards, indicating a strong processor paired with a mid-range graphics solution.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is identified. The data shows a clear progression in capability as resolution decreases.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the highest playable preset is Medium, which delivers an average of 67 FPS. The High preset drops to 56 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS threshold, while Ultra averages only 43 FPS. The Low preset runs at 87 FPS, but Medium offers a better visual experience while still clearing the playability bar.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the system becomes fully capable. The Ultra preset achieves an average of 79 FPS, making it the best choice for this resolution. High runs at 104 FPS, Medium at 124 FPS, and Low at 162 FPS, but Ultra provides the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the story is similar but with even more headroom. The Ultra preset averages 123 FPS, which is the most demanding option available and comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS target. High reaches 162 FPS, Medium hits 193 FPS, and Low tops out at 252 FPS. At this resolution, the hardware has ample performance for maximum settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would behave similarly in this system. The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53,620. Its closest competitor is the Intel Xeon 6505P, which scores 53,701, a difference of -0.2%, making it virtually identical in performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53,288, sitting 0.6% behind the i7-14700F, while the AMD EPYC 7313P trails by 0.8% with a score of 53,206. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 is 0.3% ahead at 53,469. These small deltas mean any of these processors would produce near-identical frame rates in Minimum.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT has an average score of 11,627. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 scores 11,680, which is 0.5% higher, placing it as the closest match. The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT scores 11,842, sitting 1.8% above, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M is 0.9% behind at 11,528, and the NVIDIA Tesla K20c trails by 1.3% at 11,479. All four alternatives fall within a tight 3% band, meaning users with any of these GPUs would experience similar performance levels in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates are presented per resolution and settings preset, showing average, minimum, and maximum values where available. The data set includes partial min/max information, with only the Medium preset at each resolution providing those details.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 87 FPS. The Medium preset averages 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. High drops to 56 FPS average, and Ultra falls further to 43 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 44 FPS, representing a significant performance cost for higher visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 162 FPS. Medium averages 124 FPS, with minimum and maximum values of 106 and 143 FPS respectively. High reaches 104 FPS, while Ultra averages 79 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 83 FPS, showing that the GPU has substantial headroom at this resolution even on the most demanding preset.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 252 FPS on average. Medium averages 193 FPS, with a minimum of 164 FPS and a maximum of 222 FPS. High averages 162 FPS, and Ultra averages 123 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 129 FPS, the largest spread across all resolutions, indicating that the CPU and GPU combination is heavily overqualified for lower settings at 1080p.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Minimum is answered by the verdict by resolution data. The playable threshold is set at 60 FPS average, and the results show a clear pattern.

At 3840x2160, the system is partially playable. The playable settings are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best option at 67 FPS average. High and Ultra presets fail to reach the 60 FPS mark. This makes 4K gaming possible only with reduced visual quality.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, including Ultra at 79 FPS average. This is the resolution where the hardware hits its sweet spot, offering the full range of settings while maintaining smooth frame rates.

At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra averaging 123 FPS. The system can run the game at maximum settings with substantial headroom, making 1080p the most comfortable experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals which component matters more for Minimum at each resolution by examining the scaling between presets and resolutions. The game is a third-person shooter from 2014, which typically places a moderate load on both CPU and GPU.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The frame rate drops from 87 FPS at Low to 43 FPS at Ultra, a 51% reduction, while the CPU remains underutilized. The 4K resolution demands significant pixel throughput, and the RX 7800 XT struggles to keep up on higher presets. The CPU, with its 91st percentile ranking, is unlikely to bottleneck at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The frame rate ranges from 162 FPS at Low to 79 FPS at Ultra, showing that the GPU still carries most of the load, but the gap narrows. The CPU begins to matter more as resolution decreases, since the GPU has more headroom and the processor must feed it with draw calls and game logic.

At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes more influential. The frame rate peaks at 252 FPS at Low, which is a very high number that could approach CPU limits in certain scenes. The drop to 123 FPS at Ultra indicates that the GPU is still the primary constraint, but the CPU’s contribution is more noticeable at this resolution. The i7-14700F, with 20 cores and 28 threads, provides ample processing power, but the game’s engine may not scale perfectly across all cores, making single-thread performance relevant.

The scaling between resolutions shows that the GPU is the dominant factor for higher presets, while the CPU’s role grows as settings are lowered and resolution decreases. For players targeting 60 FPS, the CPU is sufficient at all resolutions, but the GPU dictates whether Ultra settings are achievable at 4K.

FAQ

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

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 43 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The highest playable preset at 4K is Medium, averaging 67 FPS.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 79 FPS, making it the best choice. All four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) are playable at this resolution, with frame rates ranging from 79 FPS to 162 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53,620. The Intel Xeon 6505P is 0.2% behind, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is 0.6% behind, and the AMD EPYC 7313P is 0.8% behind. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 is 0.3% ahead. All are within 1% of each other.

Q: What GPU is most similar to the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 is the closest match, with a benchmark score 0.5% higher than the RX 7800 XT. The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT is 1.8% higher, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M and NVIDIA Tesla K20c are 0.9% and 1.3% lower, respectively.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum frame rates at 1080p Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average frame rate is 193 FPS, with a minimum of 164 FPS and a maximum of 222 FPS. This preset provides consistent performance well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important for this game at 4K?

A: The GPU is the primary constraint at 3840x2160. The frame rate drops from 87 FPS at Low to 43 FPS at Ultra, a 51% reduction, indicating that the RX 7800 XT is the limiting factor. The CPU, with a 91st percentile ranking, has sufficient performance to avoid bottlenecking at this resolution.