Minimum

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT in Minimum?

A: This combination ranks 2635 out of 3712 tested combos in the game Minimum, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the performance distribution.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500X3D compare to its closest rival, the Ryzen 5 5600F?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen 5 5600F's average score of 36945. This makes the two CPUs effectively neck-and-neck in synthetic testing.

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

A: The highest average FPS is 170, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is the only measured row that breaks the 170 FPS barrier.

Q: Does the RX 6600 XT outperform the RTX 2080 SUPER in average benchmark score?

A: Yes, the RX 6600 XT has an average benchmark score of 24442, which is 1.1% higher than the RTX 2080 SUPER's score of 24170, according to the nearestRivals data.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo in Minimum?

A: The lowest average FPS is 29, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings. This is the only measured row that falls below 30 FPS average.

Q: How much L3 cache does the Ryzen 5 5500X3D have, and does it have integrated graphics?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache and no integrated graphics (N/A), meaning a discrete GPU is required for display output.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer codename) built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, which are modest figures for a desktop CPU in the 5000 series. The chip features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache — the latter being a defining characteristic of the X3D lineup that helps in cache-sensitive workloads.

In Minimum, a third-person shooter released in 2014, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 170 FPS average, which suggests the CPU can feed frames at a high rate when graphical load is minimal. However, the 6-core/12-thread configuration with a 4.00 GHz boost clock is not exceptionally high, and the data indicates that the CPU's multithreaded performance (PassMark multithread score of 20363) and single-thread performance (PassMark single-thread score of 2941) are moderate compared to contemporary parts.

The CPU's percentile rank of 85 among all CPUs means it sits above 85% of tested processors, but its nearest rivals — the Ryzen 5 5600F (0.2% faster), Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (0.2% faster), AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (0.2% slower), and Intel Core i9-12900T (0.3% slower) — all cluster within a 0.5% band. This indicates that the 5500X3D is well-matched against peer CPUs, but the performance differences are negligible in real-world terms.

For Minimum specifically, the CPU's 96 MB L3 cache likely helps in maintaining consistent frame pacing, as the game's engine may benefit from larger cache footprints. The PassMark physics score of 2282 suggests adequate physics processing capability for a 2014-era game, which is not particularly demanding by modern standards. The data shows that at 2560x1440 Low, the combo hits 110 FPS average, and at 1920x1080 Low, it reaches 170 FPS average — both figures implying that the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU at lower settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture (Navi 23 chip) using TSMC's 7 nm process with 11,060 million transistors on a 237 mm² die. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1968 MHz, a game clock of 2359 MHz, and a boost clock of 2589 MHz, with 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. Its FP32 performance is rated at 10.60 TFLOPS.

In Minimum, the GPU is the dominant factor in frame rate scaling across resolutions and settings. The measured FPS data shows a clear progression: at 1920x1080, average FPS ranges from 170 (Low) down to 83 (Ultra); at 2560x1440, it ranges from 110 (Low) down to 54 (Ultra); and at 3840x2160, it ranges from 59 (Low) down to 29 (Ultra). This demonstrates that the RX 6600 XT's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for lower resolutions but become increasingly strained as resolution rises.

The GPU's percentile rank of 70 among all GPUs places it above 70% of tested graphics cards, but its nearest rivals include the GTX 1630 (0.7% faster), Intel Arc A350M (0.8% slower), GTX 780 Ti (0.8% faster), and RTX 2080 SUPER (1.1% faster). These tight deltas suggest that the RX 6600 XT performs similarly to a wide range of mid-range GPUs, though the RTX 2080 SUPER being slightly faster in average score is notable given its higher tier.

For Minimum, the GPU's 32 ray tracing cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support are not heavily utilized, as the game predates widespread RT adoption. The measured FPS at 1920x1080 Medium (130 average) and High (109 average) indicates that the GPU is comfortably capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, while 1440p High (70 average) remains playable but not optimal for 144 Hz displays. At 4K, the GPU struggles to maintain 60 FPS even at Low settings (59 average), confirming that 4K is not a viable target for this card in Minimum.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D + AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination ranks 2635 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum, which places it in the 29th percentile of all combinations (calculated as 2635/3712). This is a below-average ranking, suggesting that this pairing is not optimized for Minimum's specific performance characteristics.

The rank is influenced by both components: the CPU's 85th percentile standing and the GPU's 70th percentile standing. The combination's overall rank being lower than either component's individual percentile indicates that the pairing may be mismatched — the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU, but Minimum appears to be more GPU-bound at higher settings. This is supported by the FPS scaling: dropping from High to Low at 1920x1080 improves average FPS from 109 to 170 (a 56% increase), while at 3840x2160, the same settings change improves from 38 to 59 (a 55% increase). The consistent scaling across resolutions suggests the GPU is the limiting factor in all cases.

Compared to other combos, this rank of 2635 means there are 1077 combos that perform worse and 2634 that perform better. The data indicates that this pairing is more suitable for 1080p gaming, where it achieves its highest FPS figures, rather than 1440p or 4K. The rank is a single number, but the measured FPS data provides a clearer picture: the combo delivers playable performance at 1080p and 1440p, but falls short of 60 FPS at 4K except at Low settings (59 average).

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest results. Low settings produce an average of 170 FPS, which is the highest measured figure in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 130 FPS average (with a minimum of 111 and maximum of 150), High settings drop to 109 FPS average, and Ultra settings settle at 83 FPS average. This resolution shows a smooth degradation from Low to Ultra, with each settings tier reducing performance by roughly 20-25%.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly. Low settings average 110 FPS, Medium settings average 84 FPS (with a minimum of 71 and maximum of 97), High settings average 70 FPS, and Ultra settings average 54 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 56 FPS, which is a larger absolute difference than at 1080p (87 FPS gap). This suggests the GPU becomes more strained at higher resolutions, with Ultra settings pushing the combo below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, performance is marginal. Low settings average 59 FPS, which is just barely playable. Medium settings drop to 45 FPS average (with a minimum of 38 and maximum of 52), High settings average 38 FPS, and Ultra settings average 29 FPS. The 4K data shows that this combo cannot maintain 60 FPS at any settings tier, and even Low settings only reaches 59 FPS average. The min FPS data for Medium at 4K (38 FPS) indicates that frame pacing may be inconsistent, which could cause stuttering during intense scenes.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: Low > Medium > High > Ultra in terms of average FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra results in roughly a 50% reduction in average FPS at each resolution (170 to 83 at 1080p, 110 to 54 at 1440p, 59 to 29 at 4K). This indicates that the game's settings have a substantial impact on GPU load, and the RX 6600 XT's performance headroom is limited at higher settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate.

For 1920x1080, the highest playable experience is achieved at High settings, which delivers 109 FPS average — well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings at 83 FPS average are also viable if the user prioritizes visual fidelity over raw frame rate, but the 26 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not justify the visual improvement. Low settings at 170 FPS are ideal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors (144 Hz or higher), as the frame rate exceeds typical refresh rates.

For 2560x1440, High settings at 70 FPS average is the recommended choice for a balanced experience, as it maintains frame rates above 60 FPS while preserving visual quality. Medium settings at 84 FPS average provide more headroom for demanding scenes, while Ultra settings at 54 FPS average fall below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable stuttering. Low settings at 110 FPS average are suited for players who prioritize smoothness above all else.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that this combo is not well-suited for 4K gaming in Minimum. Low settings at 59 FPS average is the only tier that approaches playability, but it still averages below 60 FPS. Medium settings at 45 FPS average and below are not recommended for a smooth experience. Users targeting 4K should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p or reducing the graphics preset to Low, as the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for consistent 4K performance.

Overall, the best experience per the measured rows is at 1920x1080 with High settings, which delivers 109 FPS average with a balance of visual quality and performance. For users with 144 Hz monitors, 1920x1080 Low at 170 FPS average is the optimal choice. At 1440p, High settings provide the best balance, while 4K is only marginally playable at Low settings.