Minimum

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 delivers a wide range of performance in Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter. Benchmark data shows this combination is highly capable across all three tested resolutions, with the primary constraint emerging only at 4K with the highest preset. The measured frames per second (FPS) figures reveal a system that can comfortably handle the game’s demands, though the gap between the Ultra preset and other settings at 3840x2160 is significant enough to warrant attention for users targeting maximum visual fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions (3840x2160, 2560x1440, 1920x1080) across four quality presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). All figures represent average FPS, as minimum and maximum values were not recorded in the dataset. The pattern shows a predictable scaling: lower resolutions and lower presets yield higher frame rates, with the most demanding configuration being 4K Ultra.

At 1920x1080, the combo produces exceptional frame rates. The Low preset reaches an average of 278.5 FPS, which is the highest recorded number in the entire dataset. Moving to Medium drops the average to 213.9 FPS, while High achieves 179.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p still delivers a very strong 135.8 FPS, indicating that the CPU-GPU pair has substantial headroom at this resolution. The delta between Low and Ultra is 142.7 FPS, showing that the preset selection has a major impact even at the least demanding resolution.

At 2560x1440, the numbers remain high but begin to show more separation between presets. Low runs at 177.5 FPS, Medium at 138.2 FPS, High at 113 FPS, and Ultra at 86.8 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by roughly 36-43% depending on the preset. For instance, 1080p High delivers 179.2 FPS, while 1440p High drops to 113 FPS, a decrease of 66.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p still clears the 60 FPS threshold by a comfortable margin of 26.8 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance profile changes more dramatically. Low preset yields 97.3 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium drops to 71.7 FPS, and High comes in at 62.2 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 44.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is 52.7 FPS, with Ultra being the only configuration that fails to maintain 60 FPS average. The step from Medium to Ultra at 4K is particularly steep: 71.7 FPS to 44.6 FPS, a drop of 27.1 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset imposes a heavy load on the RTX 4070.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the data identifies the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, all four presets exceed the threshold, so the best settings are Ultra, which delivers 135.8 FPS. This gives the user full visual quality without any concern for playability.

At 2560x1440, the same applies: Ultra is playable with an average of 86.8 FPS. This is the recommended choice because it offers the highest quality while still providing a substantial buffer above 60 FPS. The next step down, High, runs at 113 FPS, but there is no need to compromise since Ultra already meets the target.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset averages 44.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The best playable setting is High, which achieves 62.2 FPS. This is only 2.2 FPS above the threshold, indicating a tight margin but still a playable experience. Medium at 71.7 FPS and Low at 97.3 FPS are also viable options for users who prefer extra headroom over visual fidelity. The data shows that at 4K, the user must choose between High (62.2 FPS) and Medium (71.7 FPS) to stay above 60 FPS, with High being the most demanding option that still qualifies.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank for this specific CPU-GPU pairing in Minimum is 994 out of 3712 tested combinations. This places it in the top 26.8% of all tested configurations, which is a strong showing given the game’s age and the relative power of the components. The rank reflects the measured FPS across all resolutions and settings, weighted by the playability threshold of 60 FPS.

The percentile data for the individual components supports this ranking. The i7-14700KF sits at the 94th percentile among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 94% of tested processors. The RTX 4070 is at the 81st percentile among all GPUs. The combination of a top-decile CPU and a high-tier GPU results in a system that handles Minimum with ease at 1080p and 1440p, and only struggles at 4K Ultra. The rank of 994 out of 3712 indicates that there are 993 combos that perform better, likely featuring higher-end GPUs like the RTX 4080 or 4090, but this combo still outperforms the vast majority of systems.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rival CPUs to the i7-14700KF, based on average benchmark scores, offer nearly identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has an average score of 69996, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel chip’s 70163. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69875, a 0.4% deficit. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, which is 0.9% lower. On the other side, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K scores 70879, which is 1% higher. For Minimum, swapping the i7-14700KF for any of these CPUs would result in virtually identical frame rates, as the game is unlikely to be CPU-bound at the tested resolutions.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070’s nearest rivals show similar performance deltas. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 scores 37628, just 0.1% below the RTX 4070’s 37648. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 scores 37507, 0.4% lower. The AMD Radeon PRO W6400 scores 37157, 1.3% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile scores 38135, which is 1.3% higher. Any of these GPUs would deliver nearly the same FPS in Minimum, meaning the choice between them would not materially affect the playability verdict at any resolution. For example, at 4K High, the RTX 4070 hits 62.2 FPS; a GPU 1.3% faster would achieve roughly 63 FPS, while one 1.3% slower would be around 61.4 FPS, still above the threshold.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo playable at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 44.6, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which averages 62.2 FPS.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 278.5, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 213.9 FPS at 1080p Medium.

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

A: It ranks 994 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 26.8% of all configurations. The CPU is at the 94th percentile and the GPU at the 81st percentile among their respective categories.

Q: Does the Ultra preset at 1440p maintain 60 FPS?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings deliver an average of 86.8 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. All four presets at 1440p are playable.

Q: Which component is more critical for 4K performance?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The CPU is at the 94th percentile, while the GPU is at the 81st, and the steep FPS drop at 4K Ultra (44.6 FPS vs 86.8 FPS at 1440p Ultra) suggests a GPU bottleneck.

Q: Are there rival GPUs that would perform similarly?

A: Yes. The NVIDIA Tesla P4 (0.1% slower), AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (0.4% slower), and AMD Radeon PRO W6400 (1.3% slower) are all within 1.3% of the RTX 4070’s average benchmark score. The RTX 4080 Mobile is 1.3% faster.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum effectively at all three tested resolutions, with one caveat at 4K Ultra. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS on every preset, with the best playable setting being Ultra at 135.8 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets also exceed 60 FPS, and Ultra is the best playable setting at 86.8 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset fails to reach 60 FPS, averaging 44.6 FPS. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which averages 62.2 FPS. The verdict by resolution is clear: 1080p and 1440p allow maximum settings, while 4K requires a drop from Ultra to High to maintain playability. Users who prioritize frame rate over fidelity at 4K can also choose Medium (71.7 FPS) or Low (97.3 FPS) for a larger safety margin.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the CPU and GPU contribute to performance across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the FPS figures are exceptionally high (135.8 to 278.5 FPS), indicating that neither component is heavily taxed. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p is large (142.7 FPS difference), which suggests the GPU is doing most of the work, as the CPU has ample headroom to feed frames.

At 2560x1440, the FPS drops by roughly 36-43% compared to 1080p, depending on the preset. This reduction aligns with the increased pixel count, which places more load on the RTX 4070. The CPU, with its 94th percentile ranking and 20 cores, is unlikely to be a bottleneck here. The Ultra preset at 1440p still hits 86.8 FPS, showing that the GPU can handle the resolution with high settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The Ultra preset drops to 44.6 FPS, a 49% reduction from 1440p Ultra (86.8 FPS). This steep decline is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K. The CPU’s performance is essentially static across resolutions, so the variance in FPS must be attributed to the GPU. The fact that High at 4K (62.2 FPS) is only slightly above the threshold further confirms that the RTX 4070 is the component that determines playability at this resolution. In summary, the CPU provides a solid foundation that never limits performance, while the GPU dictates the frame rate, particularly at 4K where the Ultra preset exceeds its capabilities.