Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a highly playable experience in Minimum, a third-person shooter from 2014. The measured data reveals a configuration that scales predictably across resolutions and settings, with the GPU acting as the primary performance governor at higher fidelity levels. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS rows to understand the balance between the CPU and GPU, and provides a clear picture of what this combo can deliver.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected decline as resolution increases, but the rate of that decline reveals where the bottleneck lies. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 214 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 138 FPS, a 35.5% reduction in performance from the 1080p figure. When scaling up to 3840x2160 Low, the average falls further to 74 FPS, which represents a 46.4% drop from the 1440p result and a 65.4% drop from 1080p. This pattern indicates that even at the lowest settings, the resolution scaling is steep, pointing to the GPU as the limiting factor for frame generation.

At High settings, the scaling exhibits a similar trend. The 1080p High average is 138 FPS, dropping to 89 FPS at 1440p (a 35.5% decrease) and then to 48 FPS at 4K (a 46.1% decrease from 1440p). The percentage drops between resolution steps are nearly identical for Low and High settings, which suggests a consistent GPU-bound scaling curve. The data shows that the frame rate penalty for moving from 1080p to 1440p is roughly one-third of the performance, regardless of whether the preset is Low or High. This consistency implies that the CPU can keep up with the data being fed to it at these resolutions, and the GPU's rendering throughput is the component dictating the final FPS.

The most telling data point for bottleneck analysis is the difference between the 1080p and 4K results at the same settings. For Low, 1080p delivers 214 FPS while 4K delivers 74 FPS; for High, the figures are 138 and 48 FPS respectively. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect the 1080p numbers to plateau at a similar level to the 4K numbers, as the CPU would be unable to feed frames any faster. Instead, the 1080p numbers are dramatically higher, demonstrating that the CPU has significant headroom. The measured data indicates that the RX 6750 XT is the component responsible for the FPS drop as resolution climbs, a typical characteristic for a mid-range GPU from the Radeon RX 6000 series.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is a discrete GPU built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, featuring a Navi 22 chip. Its specifications include 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, which provides a memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. The memory clock is listed at 2250 MHz, with an effective data rate of 18 Gbps. The GPU's base clock is 2150 MHz, with a boost clock of 2600 MHz and a game clock of 2495 MHz. These clock speeds and memory characteristics are directly relevant to the measured FPS in Minimum.

The data shows that the GPU's performance headroom is sufficient for high frame rates at lower resolutions but becomes the binding constraint at 4K. The 1080p Low result of 214 FPS demonstrates that the GPU can push frames well beyond the standard 60 FPS target, and even the 1080p Ultra average of 105 FPS is comfortably above that threshold. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is a significant asset, as the game's textures and geometry at Ultra settings are likely to consume a considerable amount of memory; the measured data shows no indications of memory-related stutters or crashes, as the minimum FPS values (139 FPS at 1080p Medium) are still high.

However, the 4K results show the GPU's limits. The 4K Ultra average is 36 FPS, which is below the standard playable threshold for a smooth experience. The 4K High average of 48 FPS is also marginal. These numbers indicate that while the GPU has ample power for 1080p and 1440p gaming, the pixel count at 4K overwhelms its shading units and texture mapping units. The GPU's FP32 performance is 13.31 TFLOPS, and with a texture rate of 416.0 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 166.4 GPixel/s, the data suggests that the fill rate is insufficient to maintain high FPS at 3840x2160. The GPU's benchmark scores confirm its mid-range positioning; its Passmark G3D score is 20700, and it ranks in the 71st percentile among all GPUs, with its closest rivals including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile, which it leads by 1.1% in average benchmark score. This context shows that while not a top-tier part, the RX 6750 XT is a capable performer for its class, and the measured FPS in Minimum reflects that.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, using the Raphael codename. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The CPU features 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core. Its memory support includes DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. These specifications are relevant to understanding how it handles the CPU-side tasks in Minimum.

The benchmark results indicate that the Ryzen 5 7500F is a strong performer for gaming. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3218, and its multi-core score is 22799. The single-core performance is crucial for games, as many titles rely heavily on a few threads. The data shows that the 7500F does not become a bottleneck in Minimum, as evidenced by the FPS scaling. At 1080p Low, the 214 FPS average is far higher than the 4K Low average of 74 FPS, which means the CPU is capable of issuing draw calls and processing game logic at a rate that exceeds what the GPU can render at lower resolutions. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the 1080p and 4K results would be much closer.

The CPU's performance in the measured FPS data is also reflected in its percentile ranking. It sits in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24964. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H and the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, with the 7500F posting a 0.1% delta against the former and a -0.2% delta against the latter. This places it in a competitive position for modern gaming. The 12 threads ensure that the game's background tasks and any streaming overhead are handled without impacting the primary frame-rendering threads. The data strongly suggests that the CPU's role in Minimum is to provide a stable, high-frequency platform that allows the GPU to operate at its full potential, which is precisely what the measured FPS numbers demonstrate.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo. The data shows that the Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where it achieves 105 FPS average. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 68 FPS, which is still playable but begins to approach the threshold where frame pacing might become noticeable. At 4K, the Ultra preset produces an average of 36 FPS, which is not recommended for a smooth experience.

The High preset is the most versatile option across resolutions. At 1080p, it delivers 138 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 1440p, it maintains a strong 89 FPS average, which is ideal for 60 Hz and even 120 Hz displays. At 4K, the High preset drops to 48 FPS, which is playable but not optimal for fast-paced action. The data shows that High settings provide a significant visual upgrade over Low while maintaining a playable frame rate at 1440p, which is the sweet spot for this configuration.

The Medium preset offers a good alternative for users who want to play at 4K. The measured 4K Medium average is 57 FPS, with a minimum FPS of 48 and a maximum of 66. This is a playable experience for a third-person shooter, and the 57 FPS average is a 58.3% improvement over the 4K High average of 48 FPS. At 1080p, the Medium preset produces 164 FPS, which is slightly higher than the High preset's 138 FPS, indicating that Medium settings reduce the GPU load enough to allow higher frame rates. For the best overall experience, the data suggests using High settings at 1440p for a balance of fidelity and speed, while Medium settings at 4K is the recommended path for those prioritizing resolution over visual extremes. The Low preset, while providing the highest frame rates (214 FPS at 1080p), sacrifices too much visual quality for most users and should be reserved for competitive play where frame rate is the absolute priority.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Minimum at 4K with playable frame rates?*

A: Yes, but only on Medium settings. The measured 4K Medium average is 57 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS. The 4K High and Ultra presets produce averages of 48 FPS and 36 FPS respectively, which are less ideal for a smooth experience.

Q: What is the best resolution for a 144 Hz monitor?

A: The data shows that 1080p on High settings yields 138 FPS, and 1080p on Low settings yields 214 FPS. These are the only settings where the average FPS exceeds 144 FPS, making 1080p the appropriate choice for a 144 Hz display.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. Evidence comes from the FPS scaling: the 1080p Low average is 214 FPS, while the 4K Low average is 74 FPS. The significant drop as resolution increases indicates the GPU's rendering throughput is the bottleneck, not the CPU.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Medium preset compared to the 4K Medium preset?

A: The 1080p Medium preset achieves an average of 164 FPS, while the 4K Medium preset achieves an average of 57 FPS. The 1080p result is 107 FPS higher, representing a 187.7% improvement over the 4K result.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for the Medium preset at various resolutions?

A: The measured minimum FPS for Medium settings are 139 FPS at 1080p, 90 FPS at 1440p, and 48 FPS at 4K. These values indicate that the frame pacing remains consistent and there are no severe dips below the average.

Q: Does the GPU have enough memory for the Ultra preset?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The measured data shows that the Ultra preset runs successfully at all resolutions, producing an average of 105 FPS at 1080p, 68 FPS at 1440p, and 36 FPS at 4K, with no indication of memory-related performance issues.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset combination, along with the minimum and maximum FPS where recorded.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 48 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 74 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 57 | 48 | 66 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 36 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 89 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 138 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 106 | 90 | 122 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 68 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 138 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 214 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 164 | 139 | 189 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 105 | - | - |

A detailed look at the data shows that the spread between the Low and Ultra presets is consistent across resolutions. At 1080p, the difference is 109 FPS (214 vs 105). At 1440p, the difference is 70 FPS (138 vs 68). At 4K, the difference is 38 FPS (74 vs 36). This narrowing gap at higher resolutions further confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the absolute performance cost of each setting increment becomes more pronounced when the GPU is under greater load. The Medium preset consistently provides a middle ground, with averages of 164, 106, and 57 FPS across the three resolutions, making it a reliable fallback for users who need to balance quality and speed.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination ranks 1689th out of 3712 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the 45.5th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms slightly less than half of the systems in the database for this specific game. This ranking is a measure of the combo's overall capability to run Minimum, and it reflects a balanced mid-range setup.

To contextualize this rank, the individual components' performance relative to their peers is useful. The CPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, which is a strong showing for a 6-core part. The GPU ranks in the 71st percentile among all GPUs. The combo rank of 1689 out of 3712 is lower than the individual component percentiles would suggest, which indicates that while each part is solid in isolation, their combined performance in Minimum is not exceptional enough to push them into the top tier. This is likely because the game is older (released in 2014), and modern mid-range hardware is more than sufficient to run it at high frame rates, leading to a crowded field of similar-performing combos.

The ranking data also implies that many combos with more powerful GPUs or CPUs will achieve higher ranks, as the game's GPU-bound nature at higher resolutions means that a stronger GPU can yield a significant ranking boost. Conversely, combos with weaker CPUs but similar GPUs might rank similarly, as the CPU is not the bottleneck in this title. The specific rank of 1689 suggests that this combo is a capable, mainstream option for Minimum, capable of delivering smooth performance at 1080p and 1440p, but it will not top the charts. For users with this configuration, the measured FPS data indicates a highly playable experience at most settings, and the rank confirms that it sits comfortably in the middle of the pack for this game.