Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a combination that delivers a wide range of frame rates in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released in 2014. The data shows a system capable of very high performance at lower resolutions, but one where the demands of 4K Ultra settings will challenge even this flagship GPU. This analysis breaks down the measured results by resolution, settings, and component role, using only the benchmark data provided.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable pattern of performance scaling as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the combination produces exceptionally high frame rates across all settings. The lowest average FPS at 1080p is 159 at Ultra settings, while Low settings reach an average of 299 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high, though they show a notable step down. At 1440p, the High setting average is 135 FPS, and Low settings average 209 FPS. The largest drop occurs when moving to 3840x2160, where the GPU is pushed much harder. At 4K, the High setting average falls to 72 FPS, and Ultra drops to 55 FPS.

This scaling pattern indicates that at 1080p, the system's performance is likely limited by the CPU or other system factors rather than the GPU, as the frame rates are extremely high. The delta between 1080p Low (299 FPS) and 1440p Low (209 FPS) is a 90 FPS drop, while the delta between 1440p Low and 4K Low (113 FPS) is a 96 FPS drop. This shows a fairly consistent penalty for each resolution increase at Low settings. However, at higher settings, the penalty for moving to 4K is more severe. For example, High settings go from 135 FPS at 1440p to 72 FPS at 4K, a 63 FPS drop (47%). The Ultra setting sees a similar relative drop, from 103 FPS at 1440p to 55 FPS at 4K, a 48 FPS decrease.

The data suggests that the 4K resolution is where the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX becomes the primary limiting factor, especially with High, Medium, and Ultra settings. The 1080p results, with averages exceeding 159 FPS even at Ultra, suggest that the CPU is likely the bottleneck at that resolution, preventing the GPU from fully unlocking its potential. The 1440p results represent a balanced point where both components are likely well-utilized, offering high frame rates that remain smooth for a fast-paced third-person shooter. The transition from 1440p to 4K is the most demanding, requiring a significant reduction in settings to maintain high refresh rates, as evidenced by the 113 FPS average at 4K Low versus 55 FPS at 4K Ultra.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. This processor has a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. In the context of Minimum, a game from 2014, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The benchmark results show that at 1080p, where the GPU is less burdened, the CPU's performance is sufficient to deliver frame rates up to 299 FPS on Low settings. This suggests that the game is not heavily CPU-bound at lower resolutions, but the high frame rates indicate the 5600F is keeping pace with the GPU’s output.

The PassMark benchmarks for the CPU show a single-thread score of 2872 and a multithread score of 19236. The processor's percentile vs all CPUs is 85, meaning it outperforms 85% of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with a deltaPct of 0, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D with a deltaPct of -0.2, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 with a deltaPct of -0.4. These scores indicate that the 5600F is a solid mid-range performer, but it is not a top-tier CPU. The data for Minimum shows that at 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 159, which is high but far from the 299 FPS seen at Low settings. This gap is more likely due to GPU load than CPU limitation, as the GPU is handling more complex lighting and effects at Ultra.

At 4K, the CPU's role becomes less critical as the GPU becomes the bottleneck. The frame rate drop from 1080p Ultra (159 FPS) to 4K Ultra (55 FPS) is a 104 FPS difference, which is a direct result of the increased pixel count and rendering load on the GPU. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are likely sufficient for this game, as Minimum is not known for being heavily multithreaded. The data shows that the CPU can support high frame rates at 1080p, which implies it is not a limiting factor in this scenario. The 65 W TDP and 7 nm process node also indicate efficiency, but these are not directly reflected in the game’s FPS. The CPU’s performance in this game is best described as capable, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential at 1440p and below, but at 4K, the GPU’s workload dominates the performance outcome.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is the primary driver of performance in this combination, especially at higher resolutions. It features 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a massive 960.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Its base clock is 1929 MHz, with a boost clock of 2498 MHz and a game clock of 2365 MHz. The GPU is based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with 6144 shading units, 384 TMUs, and 192 ROPs. These specifications explain its capability to handle 4K gaming, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score is 31238, and its percentile vs all GPUs is 64, placing it above the majority of GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB with a deltaPct of 0.4, and the NVIDIA TITAN Xp with a deltaPct of 1.2. This indicates that the 7900 XTX is a high-end GPU, though its average benchmark score places it in the 64th percentile, suggesting that there are many other GPUs that score higher.

In Minimum, the GPU’s role is most evident at 4K resolution. The 24 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this game, even at Ultra settings, and the high memory bandwidth ensures that texture streaming is not a bottleneck. The data shows a 4K Ultra average of 55 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a competitive shooter. At 4K Medium, the average rises to 86 FPS, with a min of 73 and max of 99. At 4K High, the average is 72 FPS, and at 4K Low, it jumps to 113 FPS. This scaling demonstrates that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as reducing settings directly impacts the frame rate. The GPU’s compute power, measured at 61.39 TFLOPS FP32, is being heavily utilized at this resolution.

At 1440p, the GPU shows its strength. The 1440p Ultra average is 103 FPS, and High settings reach 135 FPS. Medium settings achieve 160 FPS, and Low settings hit 209 FPS. These numbers are all well above the 60 FPS threshold, making 1440p a sweet spot for this GPU in this game. At 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized, as the frame rates are extremely high, but the CPU may be the limiting factor. The 1080p Low average of 299 FPS and High average of 209 FPS suggest that the GPU has headroom, but the system cannot push beyond these numbers due to other bottlenecks. The GPU’s pixel rate of 479.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 959.2 GTexel/s are more than adequate for Minimum’s graphics, which are from 2014. The GPU’s 96 RT cores are not likely used by this game, as it predates widespread ray tracing adoption. Overall, the GPU is the dominant component in determining performance at 1440p and 4K, while at 1080p, the system’s overall capabilities cap the output.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX combination ranks 612 out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the top 16.5% of all combinations tested, which is a strong showing. This rank is likely influenced by the high performance at lower resolutions and the solid 4K performance, though the 4K Ultra average of 55 FPS may prevent it from ranking higher. The rank of 612 out of 3712 means that 612 combos perform better, and 3100 perform worse, indicating that this is a high-performing setup for this game. The data shows that this combination is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it delivers average frame rates that exceed 100 FPS on most settings. At 4K, it remains playable, but users may need to adjust settings to maintain high refresh rates.

The CPU’s percentile of 85 and GPU’s percentile of 64 suggest that the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU in this pairing, but the GPU is still a high-end part. The combo’s rank confirms the GPU’s power, as the CPU is only mid-range. In comparison to other combos, this setup likely outperforms many that use lower-end GPUs, but it may be surpassed by combinations with top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen 7 or Intel Core i9 series, which would provide higher frame rates at 1080p where the CPU is more relevant. The 1440p results, with a High average of 135 FPS, are particularly impressive and show that this combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors at that resolution. The 4K Low average of 113 FPS is also notable, indicating that the GPU can handle 4K when settings are lowered. The rank of 612 out of 3712 is a clear indicator that this is a powerful combination for Minimum, placing it in the upper echelon of tested systems.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across three resolutions and four settings. At 1920x1080, the combination delivers its highest frame rates. The Low setting achieves an average of 299 FPS, which is the highest average recorded in the dataset. The Medium setting averages 249 FPS, with a minimum of 211 FPS and a maximum of 286 FPS. The High setting averages 209 FPS, and the Ultra setting averages 159 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors with ease, even at Ultra settings.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a clear step down. The Low setting averages 209 FPS, which is identical to the 1080p High average, suggesting a scaling trend. The Medium setting averages 160 FPS, with a minimum of 136 FPS and a maximum of 184 FPS. The High setting averages 135 FPS, and the Ultra setting averages 103 FPS. These results show that 1440p is a very playable resolution for this combo, with all settings exceeding the 100 FPS mark. The 1440p Medium average of 160 FPS is particularly strong, offering a good balance between visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed to its limits. The Low setting averages 113 FPS, which is the only 4K setting to exceed 100 FPS. The Medium setting averages 86 FPS, with a minimum of 73 FPS and a maximum of 99 FPS. The High setting averages 72 FPS, and the Ultra setting averages 55 FPS. These numbers show that 4K gaming is possible with this combo, but users will need to compromise on settings to achieve high frame rates. The 4K Ultra average of 55 FPS is on the edge of playability for a third-person shooter, while the 4K Medium average of 86 FPS provides a smoother experience. The data also shows that the min FPS values are only recorded for the Medium settings across all resolutions, with 4K Medium having a min of 73 FPS, 1440p Medium a min of 136 FPS, and 1080p Medium a min of 211 FPS. This suggests that Medium settings provide the most stable frame times, as the other settings lack min/max data.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Minimum?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 299 at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 55, which is the lowest average in the dataset.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1440p High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with High settings, the average FPS is 135.

Q: Does the combo maintain over 60 FPS at 4K Medium settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 86, with a minimum of 73 FPS, ensuring it stays above 60 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 612 out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the top 16.5%.

Q: Which resolution provides the best balance of performance and quality based on the data?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with High settings delivers an average of 135 FPS, which is a strong balance. At 4K, Medium settings at 86 FPS also provide a good experience, but 1440p High offers higher frame rates with likely similar visual fidelity for a 2014 game.