Minimum

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a high-end combination that delivers overwhelming performance in Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. Benchmark data shows this system clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset tested, with average frame rates ranging from 61 FPS at 4K Ultra to 356 FPS at 1080p Low. The following analysis breaks down exactly what this means for gameplay, component roles, and optimal settings.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Minimum at 4K with maximum settings?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 61 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. All four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at 4K are playable.

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Minimum?*

A: At 2560x1440, the system delivers 112 FPS on Ultra settings, offering a strong balance between visual fidelity and high refresh rate performance. This is a significant jump from the 61 FPS at 4K Ultra.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i7-14700KF has an average benchmark score of 70163, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69996) and 0.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875). It trails the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K by 1%, which scores 70879.

Q: What is the GPU's performance ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The RTX 4080 sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54247. Its closest rival is the RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a negligible 0.1% difference.

Q: Is there a frame rate difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440, Medium settings produce an average of 176 FPS, while High settings produce 148 FPS. That is a 28 FPS drop when moving from Medium to High.

Q: Which resolution provides the highest frame rates without sacrificing playability?

A: 1920x1080 offers the highest raw performance, with 174 FPS on Ultra and 356 FPS on Low. Even at 4K Ultra, the system remains playable, but the 1080p results are far above any refresh rate requirement.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data from Minimum indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU's headroom becomes more apparent at lower settings. At 3840x2160, the frame rate scales dramatically with preset quality: Low produces 124 FPS, Medium produces 95 FPS, High produces 79 FPS, and Ultra drops to 61 FPS. This steep decline—a 63 FPS difference between Low and Ultra—shows that the RTX 4080's rendering workload is the limiting factor at 4K.

At 2560x1440, the scaling pattern is similar but with higher absolute numbers: Low hits 230 FPS, Medium 176 FPS, High 148 FPS, and Ultra 112 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra remains large at 118 FPS, indicating the GPU still dominates performance. However, the smaller pixel count allows the CPU to push higher frame rates, as evidenced by the 230 FPS Low result.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role becomes more significant. Low settings produce 356 FPS, Medium 273 FPS, High 229 FPS, and Ultra 174 FPS. The 182 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p, compared to the 63 FPS difference at 4K, suggests that at lower resolutions the CPU can feed frames faster, but the GPU's pixel throughput still governs the scaling. The Core i7-14700KF, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, has ample processing power for this older title; its 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it is not a limiting factor in any tested scenario.

From a resolution scaling perspective, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces Ultra preset performance from 174 FPS to 112 FPS, a 35.6% drop. Moving from 1440p to 4K reduces it further to 61 FPS, a 45.5% drop. These percentages confirm that resolution is the dominant variable, with the GPU bearing most of the load.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the system delivers playable frame rates across all presets. Low settings average 124 FPS. Medium settings average 95 FPS, with a minimum of 80 FPS and a maximum of 109 FPS. High settings average 79 FPS. Ultra settings average 61 FPS, which is the lowest recorded result in the entire dataset but still above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance scales upward substantially. Low settings average 230 FPS. Medium settings average 176 FPS, with a minimum of 149 FPS and a maximum of 202 FPS. High settings average 148 FPS. Ultra settings average 112 FPS. All results are far above the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system reaches its highest frame rates. Low settings average 356 FPS, the best result in the dataset. Medium settings average 273 FPS, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 313 FPS. High settings average 229 FPS. Ultra settings average 174 FPS. Every configuration at 1080p exceeds 170 FPS on average.

The only frame time data provided is for Medium settings, which shows consistent performance: at 4K the range is 80 to 109 FPS, at 1440p it is 149 to 202 FPS, and at 1080p it is 232 to 313 FPS. These ranges indicate smooth frame pacing with no severe dips.

The Verdict

This PC can run Minimum at every resolution and preset combination tested. According to the verdict data, all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable at 3840x2160, 2560x1440, and 1920x1080. The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and the lowest average recorded is 61 FPS at 4K Ultra, meaning even the most demanding configuration clears the bar.

For 4K gaming, the system is playable on Ultra, but the 61 FPS average leaves minimal headroom for demanding scenes. At 1440p, Ultra settings run at 112 FPS, which is comfortable for high refresh rate monitors. At 1080p, Ultra settings run at 174 FPS, and lower presets reach far beyond 200 FPS, making this combination ideal for competitive play or extreme refresh rate displays.

The data indicates no configuration fails to reach 60 FPS. The weakest result—4K Ultra at 61 FPS—is still playable, but users seeking a larger safety margin should opt for High settings at 4K, which deliver 79 FPS, or drop to 1440p for significantly higher performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which averages 61 FPS. This is the maximum visual quality achievable while remaining playable at 4K. For a more comfortable margin, High settings at 79 FPS are a viable alternative, but Ultra meets the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 112 FPS. This provides both maximum quality and ample performance headroom, making it the recommended choice for this resolution. The 112 FPS result is nearly double the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 174 FPS, allowing for full visual fidelity with performance far exceeding standard 60 FPS and 144 Hz displays. Since even the most demanding preset exceeds 170 FPS, there is no reason to reduce settings at 1080p.

The optimal configuration across all resolutions is Ultra, as it remains playable everywhere. The only caveat is 4K, where the 61 FPS average is close to the threshold; users with 120 Hz or higher 4K displays may prefer High settings for a better frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Minimum, this pairing of Intel Core i7-14700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 246th out of 3712 total combos. This places it in the top 6.6% of all tested systems, reflecting its high-end components and strong measured performance.

The CPU alone sits in the 94th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 70163. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, scores 69996, a 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX scores 69875, also 0.4% behind. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K leads by 1% with a score of 70879. These small deltas indicate the 14700KF is competitive with the fastest current CPUs.

The GPU ranks in the 86th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 54247. Its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54209, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 2.6% higher. The AMD Radeon 8060S leads this group at 55757, 2.7% higher. While the RTX 4080 is not the absolute top GPU, its performance in Minimum is more than sufficient for every tested scenario.

The combination rank of 246 out of 3712 confirms that this system is substantially above average for this game. The measured frame rates, which never drop below 61 FPS, support this ranking. For a title released in 2014, this modern hardware provides exceptional performance, and the data shows no scenario where the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates.