Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a strong showing in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released in 2014-06-25. Benchmark results place this pairing at rank 1549 out of 2939 tested combos, meaning it sits comfortably in the upper half of all configurations. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rate play at 1920x1080, with average frame rates above 130 FPS across all tested settings, while 2560x1440 remains very playable and even 3840x2160 is feasible at lower presets. This analysis interprets the measured FPS values, CPU and GPU benchmark scores, and the combo’s standing against other hardware pairings to provide a practical picture of what this system offers for Minimum.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 1920x1080 provides the highest performance, with average frame rates ranging from 99 FPS at Ultra settings to 202 FPS at Low settings. This resolution offers the smoothest experience, particularly for competitive play, as even the Ultra preset maintains nearly 100 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in general benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018, placing it at the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, scores 37093, which is 0.2% higher (deltaPct of -0.2), while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945, 0.2% lower. The Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112, 0.3% higher, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 36938, 0.2% lower. These deltas are minimal, indicating near-identical general performance among these processors.

Q: What is the GPU’s standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, placing it at the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, which is 0.2% higher (deltaPct of -0.2). The AMD Radeon 780M scores 17588 (0.3% lower), the AMD Radeon Pro 560 scores 17551 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro 460 scores 17509 (0.7% lower). The RTX 4060 sits slightly above the midpoint of these comparisons.

*Q: Does the CPU or GPU bottleneck in Minimum at 1920x1080?*

A: The measured FPS data suggests the GPU becomes the primary limiter at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080 Low, the average FPS reaches 202, which is exceptionally high, but the CPU’s PassMark single-thread score of 2941 and multi-thread score of 20363 indicate it has ample headroom. The RTX 4060’s PassMark G3D score of 19545 and DirectX 11 score of 175 align with the observed frame rates, suggesting the GPU is the constraining factor at this resolution.

Q: How does the 3840x2160 performance compare to lower resolutions?

A: At 3840x2160, the measured FPS drops significantly. The Ultra preset averages 34 FPS, High averages 45 FPS, Medium averages 54 FPS (with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62), and Low averages 70 FPS. This represents a substantial decrease from 2560x1440, where Ultra averages 64 FPS and Low reaches 130 FPS. The data indicates 4K play is only viable at Low or Medium settings for a playable experience.

*Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested systems for Minimum?*

A: The combo ranks 1549 out of 2939 tested combinations. This places it in the 53rd percentile of all combos (calculated as 1 - 1549/2939), meaning it outperforms a slight majority of tested systems but is not near the top. This rank reflects the balance between the CPU’s 85th percentile standing and the GPU’s 61st percentile standing.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, built on TSMC’s 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, with a TDP of 105 W. The CPU’s cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is particularly relevant for gaming, as it reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data. The processor supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, which is adequate for feeding the 6 cores.

In Minimum, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and draw call processing. The PassMark physics score of 2282 and integer math score of 60033 indicate strong computational throughput for these tasks. The single-thread score of 2941 is crucial for games that rely on a few heavily loaded threads, and the 4.00 GHz boost clock ensures responsive performance. The measured FPS data shows no evidence of CPU-induced frame drops, as even at 1920x1080 Low, the average FPS reaches 202, which is well beyond typical display refresh rates. The 12 threads allow the CPU to manage background tasks and game threads without contention.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 5500X3D’s average benchmark score of 37018 is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945, 0.2% lower) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36938, 0.2% lower). It trails the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093, 0.2% higher) and the Intel Core i9-12900T (37112, 0.3% higher) by negligible margins. This indicates that in general CPU benchmarks, the 5500X3D is competitive, but its specific advantage in Minimum comes from the 96 MB L3 cache, which is not fully reflected in the average benchmark score.

The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it outperforms the majority of processors available. For Minimum, this translates to headroom for high frame rates, as the CPU is unlikely to be the limiting factor at any resolution tested. The data shows that even at 3840x2160, where GPU load is highest, the CPU maintains sufficient performance to feed the GPU, as evidenced by the 70 FPS average at Low settings. The processor’s unlocked multiplier is false, meaning it cannot be overclocked, but its stock performance is already sufficient for this game.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 130 FPS, which is ideal for high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset averages 155 FPS, with a minimum of 131 and maximum of 178, providing a smoother experience with minimal visual compromise. The Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is still playable but offers diminishing returns over High. The Low preset reaches 202 FPS, which is beneficial for competitive play where maximum frame rates are prioritized over visual fidelity. For most players at 1080p, High or Medium strikes the best balance, as both exceed 130 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 84 FPS, which is suitable for 60 Hz displays but not for high refresh rate gaming. The Medium preset averages 100 FPS, with a minimum of 85 and maximum of 115, providing a smooth experience on 100 Hz monitors. The Low preset reaches 130 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. The Ultra preset averages 64 FPS, which is playable but not optimal for fast-paced action. The data suggests Medium is the best choice at 1440p, as it offers a 16 FPS improvement over High while maintaining a minimum above 85 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset averages 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62. This is the only 4K preset that provides a consistent frame rate above 45 FPS, making it the recommended choice for 4K gaming. The High preset averages 45 FPS, which is borderline playable but may suffer from noticeable stutters in action sequences. The Low preset averages 70 FPS, offering a smoother experience but with reduced visual quality. The Ultra preset averages 34 FPS, which is too low for comfortable play. For 4K, Medium is the best balance between visual quality and performance, while Low is preferable for smoother gameplay.

The data indicates that the Medium preset offers the best overall experience across all resolutions, as it consistently provides higher frame rates than High or Ultra while maintaining acceptable visual quality. At 1920x1080, Medium’s 155 FPS average is 25 FPS higher than High and 56 FPS higher than Ultra. At 2560x1440, Medium’s 100 FPS is 16 FPS higher than High and 36 FPS higher than Ultra. At 3840x2160, Medium’s 54 FPS is 9 FPS higher than High and 20 FPS higher than Ultra. The minimum FPS values for Medium (131 at 1080p, 85 at 1440p, 46 at 4K) are also higher than the average FPS of the Ultra presets at the same resolutions, indicating more consistent frame pacing.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1549 out of 2939 tested combinations places this system in the upper half of all configurations tested for Minimum. This rank is determined by the measured FPS data, which reflects real-world performance rather than synthetic benchmarks. The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking and GPU’s 61st percentile ranking contribute to this overall position, but the specific combination of the 5500X3D’s large L3 cache and the RTX 4060’s architecture yields better-than-expected results in this game.

The rank of 1549 means that 1390 tested combos performed worse (2939 - 1549), while 1548 performed better. This places the system in the 53rd percentile, which is respectable for a mid-range configuration. The data shows that the combo outperforms systems with higher-ranked GPUs but lower-ranked CPUs, as well as systems with higher-ranked CPUs but lower-ranked GPUs. This balance is a key strength of the pairing.

Compared to other combos that might include a stronger GPU like a higher-tier RTX 40-series card, the 5500X3D’s 6-core configuration may limit performance in CPU-bound scenarios. However, in Minimum, the measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the 202 FPS average at 1080p Low, which is well below the CPU’s theoretical maximum. This suggests that the combo’s rank is primarily determined by the RTX 4060’s performance, with the CPU providing sufficient support.

The rank also reflects the game’s age (release date 2014-06-25) and its relatively low system requirements compared to modern titles. The measured FPS values, particularly at 1920x1080, are higher than what many newer games would achieve with the same hardware. This means the combo’s percentile ranking is likely higher in Minimum than it would be in a more demanding game. The data indicates that this system is well-suited for older or less demanding titles, where it can excel at high resolutions and settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC’s 5 nm process, with a die size of 159 mm² and 18,900 million transistors. It has a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, with 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs. The GPU features 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores, supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2125 MHz, with an effective data rate of 17 Gbps.

In Minimum, the GPU’s role is to render the game’s graphics, including textures, lighting, and shadows. The RTX 4060’s PassMark G3D score of 19545 and DirectX 11 score of 175 indicate strong rasterization performance, which is the primary workload for this game. The DirectX 12 score of 76 is lower, but Minimum likely uses DirectX 11 given its 2014 release date. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game’s textures, as evidenced by the stable performance across all settings, with no indication of memory-related stuttering.

The GPU’s 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs means it outperforms 60% of graphics cards. Its nearest rivals are older or integrated GPUs, such as the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (score 17666, 0.2% higher) and the AMD Radeon 780M (score 17588, 0.3% lower). This indicates that the RTX 4060 is a solid mid-range card, but it is not in the top tier. In Minimum, this translates to excellent performance at 1080p and 1440p, but limited capability at 4K, where the highest settings produce average frame rates below 60 FPS.

The GPU’s boost clock of 2460 MHz is relatively high, contributing to its performance in games. The pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s are adequate for the game’s visual complexity. The FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS supports the computational demands of modern rendering techniques, although Minimum’s older engine may not utilize all of these features. The GPU’s TDP of 115 W and suggested PSU of 300 W indicate it is power-efficient, which is beneficial for system thermals and noise.

The measured FPS data shows the GPU’s performance scaling across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the RTX 4060 delivers 202 FPS at Low settings, which is near the upper limit of what the GPU can produce. At 2560x1440, the same settings yield 130 FPS, a 36% decrease. At 3840x2160, Low produces 70 FPS, a further 46% decrease. This scaling is typical for a GPU with a 128-bit memory bus, as bandwidth becomes more critical at higher resolutions. The Medium preset shows more moderate scaling, with 155 FPS at 1080p, 100 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K, reflecting the balance between fill rate and memory bandwidth.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 202 FPS, which is the highest frame rate in the entire dataset. The Medium preset averages 155 FPS, with a minimum of 131 and maximum of 178, indicating consistent performance. The High preset averages 130 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 103 FPS drop, representing a 51% reduction in performance. The minimum FPS for Medium (131) is higher than the average FPS for High (130), suggesting that Medium provides a more stable experience than High.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 130 FPS, which matches the High preset’s performance at 1080p. The Medium preset averages 100 FPS, with a minimum of 85 and maximum of 115. The High preset averages 84 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 64 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 66 FPS, a 51% reduction, similar to the scaling at 1080p. The Medium preset’s minimum of 85 FPS is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, making it the recommended setting for 1440p. The Ultra preset’s 64 FPS average is playable but may exhibit frame drops in intense scenes.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 70 FPS, which is the only 4K preset above 60 FPS. The Medium preset averages 54 FPS, with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62. The High preset averages 45 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 34 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 36 FPS drop, a 51% reduction, consistent with the other resolutions. The Medium preset’s minimum of 46 FPS is below 60, indicating potential stuttering, but the average of 54 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended at 4K, as their average FPS falls below 45.

The data reveals a consistent pattern of performance scaling across resolutions. The Low preset maintains an average FPS above 70 at all resolutions, making it the most versatile setting. The Medium preset provides a balanced experience, with average FPS above 54 at all resolutions. The High preset is suitable for 1080p and 1440p but struggles at 4K. The Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where it achieves 99 FPS. The minimum FPS values for Medium at each resolution (131, 85, 46) show a linear decrease with resolution, indicating that the GPU’s memory bandwidth is a limiting factor at higher pixel counts. The maximum FPS values for Medium (178, 115, 62) follow the same trend, confirming the predictability of the GPU’s performance.