Minimum

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is a formidable combination for Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released in 2014. The benchmark data indicates that this system ranks in the 849th position out of 3712 tested combos, placing it in the top 22.9% of all configurations tested for this title. This is a strong result, showing that the pairing is well above average for handling the game’s demands. The combination’s ranking confirms the raw performance of both the 20-core processor and the Ada Lovelace-based graphics card, positioning it favorably against the vast majority of systems in the database.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 849 out of 3712 tested configurations is a decisive indicator of high-end performance. This percentile placement suggests that the system will not struggle with the game's core mechanics, even at more demanding settings. The data shows a clear headroom over the median system, meaning users can expect a fluid experience without needing to compromise heavily on visual fidelity. While it is not the absolute top-tier configuration—those would be in the top 100—the 265K and RTX 4070 pairing sits comfortably in the upper echelon, delivering a level of performance that is likely to satisfy most players. The ranking implies a balanced setup where neither the CPU nor the GPU is a significant bottleneck, allowing for consistent frame delivery across a variety of in-game scenarios.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals a clear division of labor between the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. At 1920x1080, the system is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher settings, but the CPU's strength becomes apparent at lower presets. The data shows a massive jump from 213.7 FPS at Medium to 278.7 FPS at Low, indicating that when the graphical load is lightened, the processor is fully capable of pushing frame rates to extreme levels. This demonstrates the 265K's high single-thread performance, which is crucial for maximizing FPS in CPU-limited scenarios. The 20-core processor provides ample headroom to prevent any CPU-induced stutters or frame drops, even when the GPU is outputting hundreds of frames per second.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU’s workload intensifies, but the CPU continues to hold its own. The gap between Medium (138 FPS) and Low (178.9 FPS) narrows compared to 1080p, showing a gradual shift toward GPU limitation. At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 becomes the primary constraint. The difference between Low (98.4 FPS) and Medium (72.6 FPS) is substantial, and the jump to High (64.6 FPS) further illustrates the GPU's struggle to maintain high frame rates as pixel count increases. The CPU’s role here is to feed the GPU efficiently, and the data suggests it does so admirably, as the FPS drops are consistent with the increased rendering load rather than any CPU bottleneck. The RTX 4070’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game's textures, but the sheer pixel throughput at 4K is what limits performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the benchmark scores and nearest rival data, several other CPUs and GPUs would deliver a very similar experience in Minimum. For the processor, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K’s closest rivals are the Intel Xeon 6511P and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270, with average benchmark scores of 71051 and 71370 respectively, showing a performance delta of only -0.2% and -0.7% compared to the 265K’s 70879. This indicates that a system built with either of these Xeon processors would behave nearly identically in-game, with differences well within the margin of error. The Intel Core i7-14700KF is also a close match, scoring 70163 (1% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, scoring 69996 (1.3% slower), are also viable alternatives. All four chips are in the same performance tier, meaning that a gamer would not notice a tangible difference in frame rates when swapping between them.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070’s nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Tesla P4 and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56. The Tesla P4 scores 37628 (0.1% higher), and the RX Vega 56 scores 37507 (0.4% higher), which are essentially identical to the RTX 4070’s 37648 average benchmark score. This suggests that these cards would produce almost the exact same FPS in Minimum. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is slightly ahead, with a score of 38135 (-1.3% deltaPct, meaning the RTX 4070 is 1.3% slower), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6400 is slightly behind, scoring 37157 (1.3% slower). For practical purposes, any of these GPUs would provide a comparable experience, with the primary differences being in power consumption and feature sets like ray tracing, which are not heavily utilized in this older title.

The Verdict

The benchmark data conclusively shows that this PC can run Minimum exceptionally well. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, from Low (278.7 FPS) to Ultra (136.6 FPS). This means users can enable the highest settings for the best visual quality without any concerns about playability. At 2560x1440, the performance remains stellar, with all presets again clearing 60 FPS, reaching as high as 178.9 FPS on Low and a still-excellent 86 FPS on Ultra. Even at 3840x2160, the system is capable of maintaining 60 FPS at High settings, achieving an average of 64.6 FPS. The only setting that falls below the 60 FPS threshold is Ultra at 4K, which drops to 47.2 FPS. Therefore, the verdict is that this combination is fully capable of running the game flawlessly at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and it can also handle 4K with High settings, making it a highly versatile and powerful setup for this title.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Minimum at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?*

A: Yes, the data shows the system averages 64.6 FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings. It also clears 60 FPS at Medium (72.6 FPS) and Low (98.4 FPS), but falls short at Ultra (47.2 FPS).

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: The system can run the game at Ultra settings, which is the most demanding preset, with an average of 86 FPS. This is the best settings choice for that resolution.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K compare to the Intel Core i7-14700KF for this game?

A: The benchmark data shows the Core Ultra 7 265K has an average score of 70879, while the i7-14700KF scores 70163. This gives the 265K a 1% performance advantage, meaning the difference in-game would be negligible.

Q: Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 significantly faster than the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56?

A: According to the nearest rivals data, the RTX 4070 has an average score of 37648, and the RX Vega 56 scores 37507. The RTX 4070 is only 0.4% faster, so the performance in Minimum would be effectively identical.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 213.7 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for achieving high frame rates at 1080p?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 278.7 FPS, while at High settings it drops to 181 FPS. This significant drop when increasing graphical load indicates the GPU is the primary factor at this resolution, though the CPU's high single-thread performance allows for exceptionally high frame rates when the GPU load is low.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is the optimal choice for a smooth experience. The data reveals the following best settings for each resolution:

• 1920x1080: The system can run the game at Ultra settings, with an average FPS of 136.6. This provides the maximum visual quality while maintaining a frame rate far above the playable threshold.
• 2560x1440: The best playable preset is Ultra, achieving an average of 86 FPS. This allows for the highest graphical fidelity at this resolution without dropping below 60 FPS.
• 3840x2160: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 64.6 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that guarantees a fluid experience at 4K. Ultra settings at this resolution would drop the frame rate to 47.2 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.