Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti combination delivers a highly capable experience in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released on 2014-06-25. The data shows this pairing ranks 705th out of 2939 tested combos for this specific title, placing it comfortably in the top quarter of all configurations. This rank reflects a balanced system where the RTX 3080 Ti's substantial graphics power is well-matched by the Ryzen 5 7400F's modern Zen 4 architecture, resulting in frame rates that range from playable at 4K Ultra to exceptionally high at 1080p Low.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 705 out of 2939 places it in the 76th percentile of all tested configurations for Minimum. This is a strong showing, indicating that the pairing outperforms roughly three-quarters of all other CPU-GPU combinations in this game. The data suggests this is neither a bottleneck-heavy nor an overkill setup; rather, it is a well-balanced pairing that consistently delivers high frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions.

Benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 5 7400F's average benchmark score of 32750 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals being the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% faster), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.2% slower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (0.3% faster). Meanwhile, the RTX 3080 Ti's average benchmark score of 41187 also places it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs, with its nearest rivals being the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (0.8% slower) and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB (1.2% slower). This statistical proximity to other high-end parts underscores that the combo's rank is driven by the synergy of two top-tier components rather than one outstanding element compensating for a weak counterpart.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates in Minimum, especially at higher resolutions. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides a memory bandwidth of 912.4 GB/s, which is more than sufficient for this 2014 title's texture and geometry demands. The GPU's base clock of 1365 MHz and boost clock of 1665 MHz, combined with 10240 shading units, deliver substantial raw compute power, evidenced by its 34.10 TFLOPS FP32 performance.

The data shows a clear correlation between GPU load and resolution. At 1080p, the GPU is often underutilized, as the frame rates are exceptionally high (e.g., 277 FPS at Low), suggesting the CPU or game engine limits performance. However, at 4K, the GPU becomes the definitive limiting factor. For instance, at 4K Ultra, the average frame rate drops to 47 FPS, which is a 83% reduction from the 277 FPS seen at 1080p Low. This scaling pattern indicates that the RTX 3080 Ti's 12 GB VRAM and 912.4 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for this game, but the sheer pixel count at 3840x2160 demands more shader throughput than even this high-end card can provide for a consistently smooth experience at the highest preset.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable yet steep decline in performance as resolution increases. From 1080p to 1440p, the average frame rates across all settings drop by roughly 35-38%. For example, at High settings, the average FPS falls from 178 at 1080p to 115 at 1440p, a 35.4% decrease. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is even more pronounced, with the High preset average falling from 115 FPS to 62 FPS, a 46.1% reduction.

This scaling pattern strongly suggests that the RTX 3080 Ti is the limiting component at 4K. The proportional decrease in FPS aligns with the increase in pixel count (2.25 times more pixels from 1080p to 4K), but the actual frame rate drop is less severe, indicating that the CPU still provides enough headroom to partially mask the GPU's workload increase. At 1080p, the data implies a CPU or engine limit, as the frame rates are so high (277 FPS at Low) that the GPU is unlikely to be the bottleneck. The transition from 1080p to 1440p shows the system moving from a CPU-bound state to a more balanced state, while 4K is clearly GPU-bound.

Measured FPS Breakdown

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

At 1920x1080, the system excels:

• Low: 277 average FPS
• Medium: 212 average FPS (minimum 180, maximum 244)
• High: 178 average FPS
• Ultra: 136 average FPS

These numbers are exceptionally high, even at Ultra, and indicate that the Ryzen 5 7400F's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, are more than capable of feeding the RTX 3080 Ti at this resolution. The 65 W TDP CPU does not appear to throttle or limit performance here.

At 2560x1440, the results remain strong:

• Low: 179 average FPS
• Medium: 137 average FPS (minimum 116, maximum 157)
• High: 115 average FPS
• Ultra: 87 average FPS

This resolution represents a sweet spot for this combo. The average FPS at High (115) is still above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and even Ultra (87 FPS) maintains a high level of fluidity. The minimum FPS recorded at Medium (116) suggests that frame pacing remains stable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limits become apparent:

• Low: 96 average FPS
• Medium: 74 average FPS (minimum 63, maximum 85)
• High: 62 average FPS
• Ultra: 47 average FPS

At 4K, the system delivers playable frame rates at Low, Medium, and High presets, with the latter two maintaining averages above 60 FPS. Ultra, however, drops below the 60 FPS threshold to 47 FPS, which may be acceptable for some users but is not ideal for a fast-paced Third-Person Shooter where smoothness is critical.

FAQ

*Q: Is this combo capable of running Minimum at 4K with high settings?*

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 62 FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings, which is above the standard 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution to play this game with this combo for maximum frame rates?

A: At 1920x1080, the system achieves 277 FPS at Low and 136 FPS at Ultra, making it the best choice for high refresh rate monitors. 2560x1440 also offers excellent performance, with 115 FPS at High.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: At 1080p, the data suggests the CPU or game engine may be a limiting factor, as frame rates exceed 200 FPS and the GPU is unlikely to be fully utilized. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, with frame rates dropping to 47 FPS at Ultra.

Q: How does the RTX 3080 Ti compare to its nearest rival in terms of raw performance?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187, which is 0.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40870) and 1.2% lower than the NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB (41707).

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The only minimum FPS data available is for Medium settings across all resolutions: 180 at 1080p, 116 at 1440p, and 63 at 4K.

Q: Is the 12 GB VRAM on the RTX 3080 Ti sufficient for this game?

A: Yes, given that the game was released in 2014, the 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with 912.4 GB/s bandwidth is more than adequate, as evidenced by the stable performance at 4K Ultra, which is the most demanding setting tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F plays a crucial supporting role in this combo, ensuring the RTX 3080 Ti is fed with data efficiently. This 6-core, 12-thread processor is based on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael) and features a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide low-latency access to game data, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates in a fast-paced shooter.

The CPU's benchmark scores confirm its capability. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21765 in multi-core and 3072 in single-core tests. Its Passmark multi-thread score is 25645, and its single-thread score is 3689. These numbers place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, being only 0.1% faster on average. The data shows that even at 1080p, where the frame rates are extremely high, the CPU does not become a severe bottleneck, as the average FPS at Low (277) is still over twice the refresh rate of a standard 144 Hz monitor.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and 5 nm process node (manufactured by TSMC) mean it runs efficiently, which is beneficial for sustained gaming sessions. The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 7400F is well-matched to the RTX 3080 Ti, as it provides enough single-thread performance (evidenced by its 3072 Cinebench R23 single-core score) to avoid limiting the GPU in most scenarios, while its multi-threading capabilities (21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) ensure smooth performance in games that utilize more than a few cores.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities.

For 1080p users, the High preset at 178 average FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance. While Ultra offers a higher fidelity at 136 FPS, the jump from High to Ultra provides diminishing returns for the 23.6% performance drop. Low and Medium offer excessive frame rates (277 and 212 FPS, respectively) that are only necessary for 240 Hz or higher refresh rate displays.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 115 average FPS is recommended, as it provides a smooth experience on 144 Hz monitors. The Medium preset at 137 FPS is also viable for those who prefer a slight FPS buffer, but High offers a significant visual improvement with only a 16% performance penalty. Ultra at 87 FPS is still playable but may not be ideal for competitive play.

For 4K users, the Medium preset at 74 average FPS is the best choice, as it maintains a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while providing better visuals than Low (96 FPS). The High preset at 62 FPS is also acceptable, but the 12 FPS difference (16.2%) between Medium and High is substantial, and the minimum FPS at Medium (63) is more stable than the average at High. Ultra at 47 FPS is not recommended for this title, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and may cause noticeable stuttering in fast-paced action.

Overall, the data suggests that the High preset at 1440p offers the best overall experience for this combo, balancing visual quality with frame rates that take full advantage of the RTX 3080 Ti's capabilities without pushing the GPU to its limit.