Minimum

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Minimum with the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB shows a clear pattern of resolution-dependent scaling. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces 149 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same preset drops the average to 96 FPS, a reduction of 53 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average falls to 52 FPS, meaning the 4K result is roughly one-third of the 1080p figure. This steep decline indicates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises.

The Low preset tells a similar story but with higher absolute numbers. At 1080p Low, the system delivers 233 FPS average. At 1440p Low, that figure drops to 150 FPS, and at 4K Low, it settles at 81 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Low settings represents a 65% reduction in average FPS. This is a substantial hit, but the 4K Low result remains playable, suggesting the GPU has enough headroom at lower settings to handle the resolution jump.

Medium settings follow the expected trajectory. At 1080p, the average is 178 FPS with a minimum of 151 and maximum of 205. At 1440p, the average drops to 115 FPS with a minimum of 98 and maximum of 132. At 4K, the average falls to 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 71. The 4K Medium result is notably lower than the 1440p Medium result, and the minimum FPS at 4K Medium (53) is barely above what many users would consider a smooth experience.

Ultra settings show the most aggressive scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 114 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 73 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it falls to 40 FPS. The gap between 1440p and 4K at Ultra is 33 FPS, which is proportionally larger than the gap between 1080p and 1440p at Ultra (41 FPS). This suggests that the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB starts to run out of headroom at 4K Ultra, where the combination of high resolution and demanding settings overwhelms the GPU's capabilities.

The data strongly indicates a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. The Ryzen 5 7400F, with its six cores and twelve threads, is unlikely to bottleneck at 4K given the low FPS figures. At 1080p Low, where the CPU has more influence, the 233 FPS result shows the processor can keep up with the GPU's output. Overall, the scaling pattern is typical for a mid-range GPU paired with a capable modern CPU.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process node from TSMC. The GPU features 4,608 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 48 ROPs. The base clock is 2407 MHz with a boost clock of 2572 MHz. The memory configuration consists of 8 GB of GDDR7 on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. These specifications place the GPU in the 50-series lineup, with a predecessor in the GeForce 40 series and a successor in the GeForce 60 series.

The GPU's benchmark scores provide context for its performance. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the score is 4019. Passmark results show a G3D score of 21981, a DirectX 11 score of 220, and a DirectX 12 score of 82. The percentile ranking versus all GPUs is 29, meaning the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB outperforms 29% of the GPU population in aggregated benchmarks. The average benchmark score is 4901, and the nearest rival is the AMD FirePro W5130M with a score of 4904 and a deltaPct of -0.1. Other close rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 (score 4893, deltaPct 0.2), the AMD Radeon R7 M265 (score 4929, deltaPct -0.6), and the AMD Radeon R7 M360 (score 4931, deltaPct -0.6).

In Minimum, the GPU's role is evident from the measured FPS figures. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 40 is the lowest recorded for this combo, indicating that the GPU is struggling with the highest settings at the highest resolution. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is likely a factor here, as modern games at 4K Ultra can exceed this amount. However, the fact that 4K Low still achieves 81 FPS average shows the GPU is capable at lower settings.

The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is substantial for a 128-bit bus, thanks to the GDDR7 memory type. This helps maintain performance at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth becomes more critical. The boost clock of 2572 MHz provides adequate compute throughput, and the FP32 performance of 23.70 TFLOPS supports the frame rates observed in the measurements. Overall, the data indicates that the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB is the limiting component at 4K Ultra, but it remains functional at lower presets.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a desktop processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename. It features six cores and twelve threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The process node is 5 nm from TSMC, and the CPU has a TDP of 65 W. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The socket is AMD Socket AM5, and the CPU was released on 2025-01-08 with a launch MSRP of $229.

Benchmark results for the Ryzen 5 7400F show strong performance. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score is 21765 and the single-core score is 3072. Cinebench R20 yields scores of 9141 (multi-core) and 1290 (single-core). Cinebench R15 scores are 2193 (multi-core) and 309 (single-core). Passmark results include a multi-thread score of 25645, a single-thread score of 3689, and an integer math score of 74745. The percentile ranking versus all CPUs is 83, placing it in the top 17% of processors. The average benchmark score is 32750, with the nearest rival being the Intel Core i5-14600T at 32707 (deltaPct 0.1). Other rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697, deltaPct 0.2), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, deltaPct -0.2), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32662, deltaPct 0.3).

In the context of Minimum, the CPU's role is less pronounced than the GPU's. At 1080p Low, the 233 FPS average suggests the CPU can feed the GPU efficiently at lower resolutions. The high single-thread score of 3689 in Passmark indicates strong per-core performance, which is beneficial for games that rely on a few threads. The six cores and twelve threads provide enough parallelism for modern game engines that utilize multiple threads.

At 4K Ultra, where the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, the CPU has more headroom. The 40 FPS average at this setting is far below what the Ryzen 5 7400F could theoretically support. This indicates that the CPU is not limiting performance at higher resolutions. The data suggests that the CPU's role is to ensure consistent frame delivery at lower resolutions, where it performs admirably. The 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs reinforces that this is a capable processor for gaming workloads.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB in Minimum covers three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average FPS of 233, which is the highest recorded figure for this combo. The Medium preset at 1080p yields an average of 178 FPS with a minimum of 151 and maximum of 205. The High preset at 1080p produces an average of 149 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to an average of 114 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves an average of 150 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p delivers an average of 115 FPS with a minimum of 98 and maximum of 132. The High preset at 1440p produces an average of 96 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls to an average of 73 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset yields an average of 81 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K delivers an average of 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 71. The High preset at 4K produces an average of 52 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to an average of 40 FPS, the lowest recorded figure.

The data shows a consistent pattern across all presets. As resolution increases, FPS decreases proportionally. The gap between Low and Ultra widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (233 FPS) and Ultra (114 FPS) is 119 FPS. At 1440p, the gap is 77 FPS (150 vs 73). At 4K, the gap narrows to 41 FPS (81 vs 40). This narrowing suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing settings has diminishing returns.

The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p, the minimum is 151 and the maximum is 205, giving a range of 54 FPS. At 1440p, the minimum is 98 and the maximum is 132, a range of 34 FPS. At 4K, the minimum is 53 and the maximum is 71, a range of 18 FPS. The shrinking range at higher resolutions indicates more consistent frame pacing, likely because the GPU is consistently saturated.

The combo rank in game is 1113 out of 2939 total combos, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all tested combinations. This ranking considers the overall performance across multiple games, not just Minimum. The data is marked as measured, meaning it comes from actual testing rather than estimation.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 233, recorded at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average FPS of 40, which is the lowest recorded figure for this configuration.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 150 FPS average, while the Ultra preset achieves 73 FPS average, a difference of 77 FPS.

Q: Does the combo maintain smooth frame rates at 4K Medium?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 62, with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 71. The minimum FPS of 53 may be borderline for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance relate to the game's results?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has a Passmark single-thread score of 3689, which supports the high FPS figures at 1080p Low (233 FPS average), indicating strong per-core performance.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1113 out of 2939 total combos, placing it in the top 62% of all tested configurations.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and the user's preference for frame rate versus visual quality. At 1920x1080, all presets are playable. The Low preset at 233 FPS average is ideal for competitive play where high frame rates are prioritized. The Medium preset at 178 FPS average offers a balance between smoothness and visual fidelity, with a minimum of 151 FPS ensuring consistent performance. The High preset at 149 FPS average is also viable for most users. The Ultra preset at 114 FPS average may be acceptable for those who prioritize visuals, but the lower frame rate could be noticeable on high refresh rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset at 150 FPS average is the best choice for high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset at 115 FPS average with a minimum of 98 FPS provides a good balance, as the minimum FPS stays above 90, which is generally considered smooth. The High preset at 96 FPS average is also playable, but the Ultra preset at 73 FPS average may feel less responsive. For a 1440p display, Medium or High settings are recommended for the best experience, as they maintain frame rates above 90 FPS while offering better visuals than Low.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes significantly. The Ultra preset at 40 FPS average is not recommended for most users, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 52 FPS average is similarly marginal. The Medium preset at 62 FPS average with a minimum of 53 FPS is the most balanced option, as it stays close to 60 FPS on average. The Low preset at 81 FPS average is the best choice for 4K if frame rate is the priority, as it delivers a smooth experience without requiring the highest settings.

The data suggests that the Medium preset provides the best overall experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, it offers 178 FPS average. At 1440p, it offers 115 FPS average. At 4K, it offers 62 FPS average. This preset balances visual quality and performance, with recorded minimum FPS values that remain playable at all resolutions. For users who prioritize frame rate over visuals, the Low preset is a strong alternative, especially at 1440p and 4K. For those who want the best visuals, the Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where it still achieves 114 FPS average.