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Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, this combination delivers a fully playable experience across every preset. The most demanding setting that remains at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 75.1 FPS. That leaves meaningful headroom above the 60 FPS threshold, so the game will feel fluid even in heavier scenes. If you prefer maximum visual fidelity, Ultra is the clear choice at this resolution.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the picture changes slightly. The most demanding preset that still holds 60 FPS or better is High, with an average of 61.3 FPS. That is just barely above the playable threshold, so you are right at the edge. Medium also clears the bar comfortably at 79.3 FPS, while Low runs at 99.3 FPS. Ultra, however, drops to 50.5 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS target. For a consistent experience at 1440p, stick with High or drop to Medium for more margin.

At 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The best recorded average is 53.5 FPS on Low settings, followed by Medium at 41.1 FPS, High at 34.3 FPS, and Ultra at 26.9 FPS. None of these meet the playable threshold, so 4K is not viable for this combo if you demand 60 FPS. Even the lowest settings leave you below the mark, meaning you would need to either reduce resolution or accept a lower frame rate.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor across all resolutions, but the CPU still matters for delivering high frame rates at lower settings. At 1920x1080, the spread from Low to Ultra is notable: Low averages 156.2 FPS, Medium 118.1 FPS, High 97.3 FPS, and Ultra 75.1 FPS. This scaling indicates that as settings increase, the workload shifts toward the graphics card, but even at Ultra the frame rate stays well above 60 FPS. The Intel Core i7-14700K, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, provides enough headroom that it does not bottleneck the RTX 2060 at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low runs at 99.3 FPS, Medium at 79.3 FPS, High at 61.3 FPS, and Ultra at 50.5 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is about 49 FPS, which is similar in proportion to the 1080p results. The GPU is doing more work per frame at this resolution, and the CPU still has ample capacity. The fact that High just barely clears 60 FPS while Ultra falls below suggests that the RTX 2060 is nearing its limits for this game at 1440p, not the CPU.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint. Low averages 53.5 FPS, and every higher preset drops further: Medium at 41.1 FPS, High at 34.3 FPS, and Ultra at 26.9 FPS. The scaling here is steep, and no setting reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The CPU is not the issue; a faster graphics card would be required to push 4K performance up. In short, the i7-14700K is more than sufficient for this game, and the RTX 2060 dictates what is achievable at each resolution.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 1920x1080 with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 75.1 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best preset at 2560x1440 that stays above 60 FPS?

A: High settings average 61.3 FPS at 2560x1440, making it the most demanding preset that clears the 60 FPS bar. Medium at 79.3 FPS and Low at 99.3 FPS also qualify.

Q: Is 4K playable with this hardware?

A: No. At 3840x2160, even Low settings average only 53.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets are lower, with Ultra at 26.9 FPS.

Q: How much performance difference is there between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: Low averages 156.2 FPS, while Ultra averages 75.1 FPS. That is a difference of roughly 81 FPS, or about 108% higher frame rate on Low.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU matter more for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS, and the frame rate scales steeply with settings, indicating the RTX 2060 is the bottleneck. The Core i7-14700K provides enough compute headroom that it does not constrain performance.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p on Medium settings?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 average 79.3 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and leaves room for dips in busier scenes.

How This Combo Ranks

The database places this combination at rank 2965 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. That puts it in the lower portion of the field, around the 20th percentile of all tested systems. This is not a top-tier pairing for this game, but the ranking reflects the RTX 2060's age and performance class more than the CPU, which is a high-end part. The i7-14700K sits at the 94th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the RTX 2060 is at the 58th percentile among GPUs. The gap between those two percentiles explains why the combo ranks where it does: the CPU is far stronger than the GPU, so the graphics card holds the system back in a GPU-bound title like Minimum.

In practical terms, this rank means the combo will handle 1080p and 1440p well, but it will struggle at 4K. Many other tested configurations will outperform it at higher resolutions, but for 1080p gaming, this pairing is still competent. The data shows that the RTX 2060 is the component to upgrade first if you want better results in this game, since the i7-14700K has plenty of headroom left.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i7-14700K is closely matched by several AMD processors. The AMD EPYC 9115 scores 0.1% higher on average, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 0.2% lower, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 0.7% lower, and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F scores 0.9% lower. These differences are negligible for gaming, so if you swapped in any of those CPUs, you would see virtually identical frame rates in Minimum. The EPYC 9115 is a server part, not a typical desktop choice, but the Ryzen 9 7950X and Ryzen 9 7940HX are legitimate alternatives with similar compute performance.

For the GPU, the RTX 2060's nearest rivals are a mixed bag. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 matches it almost exactly with a 0% delta, meaning you would get the same average score. The AMD Radeon 680M is 0.1% behind, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is 0.6% ahead, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 is 0.8% ahead. These are all within a very tight band, so any of them would produce nearly the same frame rates in Minimum at the settings tested. The RTX 3050 OEM and RX 7600 are slightly faster on paper, but the difference is within a single percentage point, which will not translate into a meaningful FPS change in this game.

If you already own one of these alternatives, you can expect similar behavior: playable at 1080p on Ultra, playable at 1440p on High or Medium, and not playable at 4K. The GPU tier is what matters here, and all of these cards sit in the same performance class.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Minimum? The answer depends on your target resolution. At 1920x1080, yes, and with room to spare. The database shows that Ultra settings average 75.1 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold by a solid margin. High settings run at 97.3 FPS, Medium at 118.1 FPS, and Low at 156.2 FPS. Every preset at 1080p is playable, so you can choose between visual quality and frame rate freely.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is conditional. High settings average 61.3 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS line, so it is playable but close to the edge. Medium at 79.3 FPS and Low at 99.3 FPS give you more breathing room. Ultra drops to 50.5 FPS, which is below the threshold, so avoid that preset if you want a smooth experience. For most players, Medium or High at 1440p is the sweet spot.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is no. No preset reaches 60 FPS, with Low at 53.5 FPS being the best case. If you have a 4K display, you would need to either lower the resolution or accept frame rates in the 27 to 53 FPS range, depending on settings. The RTX 2060 simply does not have enough horsepower for this game at 4K with a 60 FPS target.

Overall, the Intel Core i7-14700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is a capable 1080p and mid-range 1440p combo for Minimum. The CPU is overkill for this title, but that is not a problem; it ensures no CPU bottleneck. The GPU is the limiting factor, and it shows at higher resolutions. If 1080p is your goal, this system performs well. If you want 4K, look elsewhere or plan a GPU upgrade.