Minimum

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a decisive performance victory in Minimum, clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested, with only a single exception at 4K Ultra. The data shows a system capable of high-refresh-rate dominance at 1080p and 1440p, while still offering a smooth experience at 4K with most settings. This combination ranks in the 82.6th percentile of all tested configurations for this title, placing it 644th out of 3712 combos, indicating a top-tier setup for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive picture of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally fast. The Low preset produces an average of 310 FPS, while High yields 199 FPS. The Medium preset, which includes min and max readings, averages 237 FPS with a minimum of 202 and a maximum of 273. The most demanding 1080p setting, Ultra, still achieves a strong 152 FPS average. This indicates that at Full HD, the RTX 4070 SUPER is rarely the limiting factor, and the i7-14700F provides ample headroom to push frame rates to extremely high levels, even at the highest visual quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains robust, though the scaling is evident. The Low preset averages 200 FPS, a 35% reduction from the 1080p Low result. High settings yield 128 FPS on average. The Medium preset shows an average of 153 FPS, with a minimum of 130 and a maximum of 176. At Ultra settings, the average drops to 98 FPS, which is still well above the 60 FPS threshold. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows a typical resolution scaling pattern, with the GPU workload increasing and frame rates scaling down proportionally, but the combination still delivers a high-refresh-rate experience at all but the most demanding preset.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 SUPER begins to show its limits, but the results are still playable for most presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 108 FPS, which is a significant 46% drop from the 1080p Low score. Medium settings produce an average of 82 FPS, with a minimum of 70 and a maximum of 95, ensuring a stable experience. High settings yield an average of 69 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. However, the Ultra preset falls to an average of 53 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This shows a clear performance cliff at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is no longer able to maintain fluid frame rates.

The data reveals a linear progression of performance costs as resolution increases. For example, at Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 237 at 1080p to 153 at 1440p and then to 82 at 4K. This represents a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 46% drop from 1440p to 4K. These scaling factors are consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering resolution directly dictates the frame rate.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU is the primary performance driver in Minimum, particularly as resolution increases. This is a common pattern for a third-person shooter with modern graphics demands. At 1920x1080, the high frame rates (199-310 FPS) suggest that the CPU, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, is more than capable of feeding the GPU. The differences between presets at this resolution are substantial, with a 38% gap between Low and High settings, highlighting the GPU's role in handling the visual effects and geometry associated with higher quality levels.

The scaling between resolutions further clarifies the GPU's dominance. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 310 FPS at 1080p to 200 FPS at 1440p, a 35% reduction, and then to 108 FPS at 4K, a further 46% reduction. This pattern is expected when the GPU is the bottleneck, as the pixel count increases dramatically with each resolution step. The CPU's performance, as indicated by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35122, is sufficient to avoid becoming a limiting factor even at the high frame rates seen at 1080p.

However, the CPU's role becomes slightly more relevant at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the 310 FPS average suggests that the CPU is working near its limits to process the game's logic and draw calls. The i7-14700F's strong single-threaded performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4958, ensures that it can handle these tasks efficiently. But the data suggests that the GPU is still the limiting factor, as even a very strong CPU like this one cannot push frame rates beyond what the GPU can render.

At 4K Ultra, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The 53 FPS average is a clear indication that the RTX 4070 SUPER is fully saturated. The i7-14700F's performance is irrelevant at this point, as the GPU is unable to produce more frames regardless of CPU headroom. The transition from High (69 FPS) to Ultra (53 FPS) at 4K shows a 23% performance cost, which is a significant penalty for the additional visual fidelity. This demonstrates that for maximum quality at 4K, this GPU is the limiting factor, and users would need to either lower settings or consider a more powerful graphics card.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i7-14700F, based on average benchmark scores, provide context for its processing power. The CPU's average benchmark score is 53620, which is nearly identical to the Intel Xeon 6505P, which scores 53701, a difference of only -0.2%. This indicates that these two processors offer virtually the same level of overall performance in synthetic benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is also very close, with an average score of 53288, just 0.6% behind the i7-14700F. This suggests that systems built with any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Minimum, assuming the same GPU is used.

The AMD EPYC 7313P and Intel Xeon Phi 7290 are also in the same performance ballpark, with scores of 53206 and 53469, representing 0.8% and 0.3% differences respectively. For a game like Minimum, where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, the choice between these CPUs would have a negligible impact on gameplay. At 1080p with Low settings, where CPU load is highest, the performance difference between these processors would likely be within the margin of error, as all are high-end desktop or server parts with strong multi-threaded capabilities.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB, scores 43262, a difference of -0.1%, meaning they are effectively tied. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile and the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 are also within 0.2% of the RTX 4070 SUPER's score, with 43268 and 43301 respectively. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile is slightly faster, scoring 43667, which is 1% higher. In practical terms for Minimum, systems with these GPUs would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates. The RTX 4090 Mobile might offer a few extra FPS at 4K Ultra, potentially pushing it just above the 60 FPS threshold, but the difference would be minimal.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Minimum with excellent performance. The data shows that the combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at all tested resolutions and presets, with the sole exception of 4K Ultra. At 1920x1080, every preset, from Low to Ultra, delivers well over 100 FPS, with the Ultra preset achieving a 152 FPS average. This makes the system ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, providing a smooth and responsive experience.

At 2560x1440, the system also performs admirably. The most demanding preset, Ultra, achieves an average of 98 FPS, which is a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets at this resolution are even faster, with Low hitting 200 FPS and High at 128 FPS. This suggests that 1440p is a sweet spot for this hardware, offering a great balance between visual quality and high frame rates.

For 4K gaming, the verdict is more nuanced. The High preset is playable, with an average of 69 FPS, and the Medium preset is even more comfortable at 82 FPS. The Low preset is also very playable at 108 FPS. However, the Ultra preset falls short, averaging only 53 FPS. This means that while the system can handle 4K, users will need to select High settings or lower to maintain a consistent 60 FPS experience. The data clearly indicates that for maximum settings at 4K, a more powerful GPU would be required.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the goal is to find the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers a 152 FPS average. This is a significant performance margin over the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for a fully maxed-out visual experience with no compromises. Given the high frame rates, users could even enable additional features like higher-quality shadows or anti-aliasing if the game offers them, but the default Ultra settings are already excellent.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best option, achieving a 98 FPS average. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a smooth and visually rich experience. The 98 FPS average also leaves headroom for potential frame rate dips in more intense scenes, ensuring that the game remains playable at all times. There is no need to drop to High settings, as Ultra comfortably exceeds the playability standard.

At 3840x2160, the best playable preset is High, which averages 69 FPS. While this is above the 60 FPS threshold, the margin is relatively slim. The Medium preset offers a more comfortable experience with an 82 FPS average, which could be preferable for users who prioritize a higher frame rate buffer over the slightly better visual quality of High settings. However, since High is playable and provides better graphics, it is the recommended choice for the best balance. The Ultra preset at 53 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the playability threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 644th out of 3712 tested combinations for Minimum. This places it in the top 17.4% of all systems tested for this game, indicating a high-performance setup. The percentile rank of 82.6% for the CPU and 83% for the GPU further reinforces this assessment, showing that both components are in the top quintile of their respective categories.

The high ranking is a direct result of the strong performance seen in the measured FPS data. The system's ability to maintain 60+ FPS at 4K High and over 150 FPS at 1080p Ultra puts it ahead of the majority of configurations. For a game like Minimum, which is a third-person shooter where high frame rates are crucial for competitive play, this ranking is particularly meaningful. The 644th position out of 3712 combos means that only about 17% of all tested systems are faster, making this a top-tier choice for this title. The data confirms that this hardware pairing is not just adequate, but genuinely excellent for the game's demands.