Minimum

The data for Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014, shows that the combination of an Intel Core i7-14700KF and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 produces a very uneven performance profile. The CPU is a top-tier part, sitting in the 94th percentile of all tested processors, while the GPU is a much more modest component, ranking in the 40th percentile of all tested graphics cards. This pairing leads to a situation where the graphics card becomes the primary constraint almost immediately, limiting the experience to specific settings at 1080p.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the processor, the Intel Core i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70,163. Its closest rival in the database is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, which scores 69,996, a difference of only 0.2%. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is similarly close with a score of 69,875, representing a 0.4% gap. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69,515, which is 0.9% behind. On the other side, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70,879, which is 1% higher than the Core i7-14700KF. In practical terms, any of these chips would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance, making the choice between them negligible for this game.

The graphics card tells a different story. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 has an average benchmark score of 7,472. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 8850M at 7,447 (0.3% slower), the Intel UHD Graphics 750 at 7,441 (0.4% slower), and the AMD Radeon R7 350 at 7,425 (0.6% slower). The Intel Arc A310 scores 7,550, which is 1% higher. These deltas are small, meaning the GTX 1650 and its immediate peers would perform in a closely grouped band. However, the absolute performance level of this group is the limiting factor in this system, as the measured frame rates will demonstrate.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results make it clear that the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the decisive component in this configuration. The Intel Core i7-14700KF is vastly more powerful than what this game requires, but the GPU cannot translate that headroom into higher frame rates. The evidence lies in the scaling between resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the transition from Low to Medium settings drops the average frame rate from 79.4 FPS to 61.8 FPS, a reduction of roughly 22%. Moving from Medium to High further reduces it to 54.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 38.7 FPS. This steep decline with each settings increase indicates that the GPU is saturated. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would remain relatively flat across settings changes at a given resolution, which is not the case here.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern emerges. The Low preset averages 50.9 FPS, but Medium drops to 42.4 FPS, High to 34.8 FPS, and Ultra to 24.1 FPS. The consistent drop of roughly 8 to 10 FPS per settings tier shows the GPU struggling to maintain output. At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more severe. Low averages 27 FPS, Medium 20.4 FPS, High 18.5 FPS, and Ultra 17.2 FPS. The performance collapse at higher resolutions confirms that the GTX 1650 is the sole bottleneck; the CPU's potential is entirely untapped.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Minimum, this specific pairing ranks 3,578 out of 3,712 total combos. That places it in the bottom percentile of all tested systems, around the 4th percentile from the bottom. This low ranking is entirely attributable to the GPU. The CPU alone sits in the 94th percentile of all processors, but when paired with a GPU in the 40th percentile, the combined result is dragged down significantly.

The data shows that the combo is far more capable than its ranking suggests for CPU-heavy tasks, but for Minimum, the GPU's limitations dominate. The rank reflects the actual measured gameplay performance, and that performance is poor at all resolutions above 1080p. The gap between the CPU's capability and the GPU's output is the defining characteristic of this pairing.

The Verdict

The recorded data provides a clear answer: this PC can run Minimum, but only at 1920x1080 with the Low or Medium presets. The verdict by resolution is explicit. At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings, meaning no preset achieves an average of 60 FPS. At 2560x1440, the same is true; no settings reach the playable threshold. At 1920x1080, the Low and Medium presets are playable, with Medium being the best setting at an average of 61.8 FPS.

For any user expecting to play at 1440p or 4K, this system is not viable for Minimum. The frame rates at those resolutions are well below the 60 FPS threshold, ranging from a 24.1 FPS average at 1440p Ultra to a 17.2 FPS average at 4K Ultra. The only playable experience is at 1080p, and even there, the High preset fails to hold 60 FPS, averaging 54.8 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides exact average frame rates for each resolution and preset combination. Minimum and maximum frame rates were not recorded, so the analysis relies on the averages.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 79.4 FPS. This is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo at any resolution. The Medium preset averages 61.8 FPS, just above the playable threshold of 60. The High preset averages 54.8 FPS, falling short of the threshold. The Ultra preset averages 38.7 FPS, a significant drop from High.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 50.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The Medium preset averages 42.4 FPS, High averages 34.8 FPS, and Ultra averages 24.1 FPS. Every preset at this resolution fails to reach 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 27 FPS. The Medium preset averages 20.4 FPS, High averages 18.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 17.2 FPS. These are all far below the playable threshold, and the differences between the presets are small, indicating the GPU is at its absolute limit.

Best Settings per Resolution

The best settings are determined by the most demanding preset that still maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. The data shows that this is only achievable at one resolution.

At 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the best playable option. It averages 61.8 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset also clears the threshold with 79.4 FPS, but Medium offers higher visual quality while remaining playable. The High preset cannot be recommended, as its 54.8 FPS average is below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, there is no playable preset. The Low preset comes closest with 50.9 FPS, but it still falls short of 60 FPS. No settings can be recommended at this resolution for a smooth experience. At 3840x2160, the situation is even worse. The highest average is 27 FPS at Low, which is less than half the required threshold. No settings at this resolution are viable.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Minimum at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: No. The measured average frame rate at 1080p High is 54.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable settings preset at 1920x1080 for this combo?

A: The Medium preset is the best playable option, with an average frame rate of 61.8 FPS.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700KF or the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 the limiting factor?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 94th percentile of all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 40th percentile. The frame rate drops sharply with each settings increase, indicating the GPU is saturated.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 2560x1440 with Low settings?

A: The measured average frame rate is 50.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, making this resolution unplayable.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems for Minimum?

A: It ranks 3,578 out of 3,712 total tested combos, placing it near the bottom of the database.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest recorded average is 79.4 FPS at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.