Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 pairing delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. The data shows this combo ranks 1004th out of 1733 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database, with performance that scales predictably from high refresh rate 1080p play down to a demanding 4K Ultra setting.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running on the AM4 socket. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65W TDP. This is a desktop chip with a 32 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support, and its benchmark scores confirm it is a strong mid-range performer. In the 3DMark suite, it scores 917 in single-thread and 5588 in max-threads tests, while Cinebench R23 results show 2622 single-core and 18578 multi-core. Its PassMark single-thread score is 3364, and it achieves a multithread score of 21858. These figures place the CPU in the 78th percentile of all processors tested, with an average benchmark score of 20680.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the 5600X is effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT (-0.3% delta) and the Intel Core i7-10700 (-0.3%), while being slightly behind the Intel Core i5-12490F (-0.5%). It is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Xeon 6325P. For a game like Minimum, which is not particularly new, the 5600X’s strong single-thread performance is the key asset. The high 1080p frame rates observed—202.2 FPS on Low, 154.4 on Medium—indicate that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well at lower resolutions. The 12 threads and 32 MB of L3 cache provide ample headroom for the game’s engine, ensuring that the processor does not become a bottleneck in most scenarios. At higher resolutions like 4K, the load shifts to the GPU, but the CPU’s 3.70 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost clocks ensure it remains responsive even when frame rates dip.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X?

A: The launch MSRP is $299.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600X compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-10700?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600X has an average benchmark score of 20680, which is 0.3% lower than the Intel Core i7-10700’s score of 20746, making them statistically equivalent in performance.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and capacity?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the best 1080p result for this combo in Minimum?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 202.2 FPS, achieved with Low settings. The Ultra preset still delivers a smooth 96.4 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4060’s average benchmark score compare to the Intel Arc B580?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average score of 23181, which is 0.7% higher than the Intel Arc B580’s score of 23021.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank in the database for this game?

A: The combo ranks 1004th out of 1733 tested combinations in Minimum.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo produces an average of 96.4 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 on Ultra, the average drops to 61.9 FPS, a reduction of approximately 36%. At 3840x2160 on Ultra, the average falls to 32.1 FPS, which is roughly 48% lower than the 1440p result and 67% lower than 1080p.

This steep decline in frame rates as resolution increases points directly to the GPU as the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 4060’s 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus, while adequate for 1080p and 1440p, struggle to sustain high frame rates at 4K. The CPU’s performance remains constant, but the GPU’s workload scales with pixel count. The difference between 1080p Medium (154.4 FPS) and 4K Medium (56.1 FPS) underscores this: the GPU is doing significantly more work per frame. For a game from 2014, the engine is not overly demanding, but the RTX 4060’s mid-range positioning means 4K Ultra is not a viable target. The data suggests that for consistent high refresh rate play, 1080p is the sweet spot, while 1440p is still very playable with adjusted settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 achieves a rank of 1004 out of 1733 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a majority of combinations but is not at the top end. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing: the CPU is in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. The combo rank being lower than the CPU percentile suggests that the GPU holds the system back from a higher overall position.

In practical terms, this rank indicates that while the combo is capable of high frame rates at 1080p, it is not competitive with high-end systems that pair top-tier CPUs with flagship GPUs. The nearest GPU rival data shows the RTX 4060 is closely matched with the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (-0.6%) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti (-0.7%), and slightly ahead of the Intel Arc B580 (0.7%) and AMD Radeon 760M (0.8%). This suggests the graphics performance is consistent with mid-range expectations. For Minimum, the combo’s rank is solid but not exceptional, reflecting a system that is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming rather than 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 202.2. Moving to Medium, it drops to 154.4 FPS. The High preset yields 130.1 FPS, and Ultra produces 96.4 FPS. All four presets exceed 60 FPS, and even Ultra is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings produce an average of 132.5 FPS. Medium settings provide 99.9 FPS. High settings result in 83.5 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 61.9 FPS, which is still playable but closer to the edge of high refresh rate territory.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to struggle. Low settings yield 69.6 FPS, which is acceptable. Medium settings drop to 56.1 FPS. High settings produce 42.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 32.1 FPS. These 4K numbers indicate that the RTX 4060 is not designed for high-fidelity 4K gaming, as only the Low preset stays comfortably above 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For the best overall experience, the data strongly favors 1080p and 1440p resolutions. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset at 96.4 FPS is the best choice for visual fidelity without sacrificing smoothness. The drop from High (130.1 FPS) to Ultra (96.4 FPS) is significant, but the visual uplift is typically worth it for a game like Minimum. If the player prioritizes maximum frame rates for a high refresh rate monitor, the High preset at 130.1 FPS is an excellent compromise, offering a 35% performance increase over Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 83.5 FPS is the recommended setting. It provides a good balance between image quality and performance, staying well above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset at 61.9 FPS is also viable, but the margin for error is small, and any demanding scenes could push it below 60 FPS. For players with 144Hz 1440p monitors, the Medium preset at 99.9 FPS is a solid option, though it sacrifices some visual detail.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset at 69.6 FPS is the only acceptable option for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 56.1 FPS is borderline, and High (42.6 FPS) and Ultra (32.1 FPS) are too slow for a responsive experience. For 4K, it is better to lower the resolution to 1440p and use High settings than to stay at 4K with Low settings, as the latter will look noticeably worse. In summary, the combo is best suited for 1080p Ultra or 1440p High, with 4K reserved for the Low preset if resolution is non-negotiable.