Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER combination delivers a broad performance envelope in Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter. Measured data shows this pairing handles the game with high frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, though the scaling patterns reveal a shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, component roles, and ranking of this specific combo within the benchmark database.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data for this combo shows a clear and consistent drop as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, indicating that the rendering load scales predictably with pixel count. At the High preset, the average FPS falls from 211 at 1080p to 136 at 1440p, a reduction of 75 FPS, and then further to 73 at 4K, a 63 FPS drop from the 1440p figure. This pattern suggests that while the CPU has ample headroom at lower resolutions, the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution rises.

The scaling ratio between resolutions is notable. At High settings, the 4K average of 73 FPS is roughly 35% of the 1080p average of 211 FPS. This steep decline is typical of a scenario where the GPU's pixel and texture processing capabilities are heavily taxed. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, with its 8448 shading units and 96 ROPs, is working progressively harder to fill the increasing number of pixels, and the data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck at 4K.

However, at 1080p, the situation appears different. The Low preset at 1080p yields an average of 329 FPS, which is an exceptionally high figure. The jump from 1080p Low (329 FPS) to 1440p Low (212 FPS) represents a 117 FPS drop, a much steeper percentage decline than the jump from 1440p Low to 4K Low (114 FPS, a 98 FPS drop). This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU may be starting to limit the maximum achievable frame rate, even though the absolute numbers remain very high. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, are likely sufficient to feed the GPU, but the extreme frame rates at 1080p are near the point where CPU instruction throughput could become a factor.

The data indicates that the most significant performance scaling occurs between 1080p and 1440p. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 252 at 1080p to 162 at 1440p, a 90 FPS difference. In contrast, the drop from 1440p Medium (162 FPS) to 4K Medium (87 FPS) is 75 FPS. This shows that the GPU's workload increases at a slightly faster rate when moving to 1440p, but the transition to 4K still represents the largest absolute performance hit for the Ultra preset, which falls from 104 FPS at 1440p to 56 FPS at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination is ranked 300th out of 2939 tested combos for Minimum. This places the combo in the top 10.2% of all tested systems, indicating a very high level of performance relative to the broader field. The rank of 300 demonstrates that while this is not an absolute top-tier configuration in the database, it sits comfortably in the upper echelon, outperforming the vast majority of other pairings.

The combo's high rank is supported by the component-level benchmark scores. The GPU, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, holds a percentile rank of 76 against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 31087. Its nearest rivals in the database are the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (avg score 31206, a -0.4% delta) and the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q (avg score 31220, a -0.4% delta), showing that it is positioned directly against other high-end NVIDIA offerings. The CPU, the Ryzen 5 7500X3D, holds a percentile rank of 89 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 44573. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (avg score 44466, a 0.2% delta) and the Intel Core i9-13950HX (avg score 44342, a 0.5% delta), confirming its position as a top-tier processor in synthetic tests.

The combo rank of 300 suggests that the synergy between the Ryzen 5 7500X3D and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is effective for Minimum. The combination of a high-percentile CPU and a high-percentile GPU results in a system that ranks much higher than the median combo. While the exact rank is a function of all other combinations in the database, the data shows that this pairing is exceptionally well-balanced for achieving high frame rates in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's target resolution and refresh rate. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 161 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth and suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. The High preset at 1080p offers an average of 211 FPS, providing even more headroom. For users with 144Hz monitors, the Ultra preset at 1080p is more than sufficient, while the High preset is recommended for those with 240Hz displays or higher.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers an average of 136 FPS, which is a solid figure for most gaming scenarios. This is likely the best balance of visual quality and performance at that resolution, as the Ultra preset drops to 104 FPS and the Medium preset falls to 162 FPS. The Medium preset offers a significant frame rate advantage, but the High preset provides a better visual experience while still maintaining an average above 120 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is also viable for 100Hz monitors, but the High setting is the recommended sweet spot.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. The High preset delivers an average of 73 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Medium preset, however, provides an average of 87 FPS and includes measured minimum and maximum values of 74 and 101 FPS, respectively. This suggests that Medium at 4K offers a more stable and higher frame rate experience than High. The Low preset at 4K yields 114 FPS, which is very smooth, but the visual quality trade-off may not be worth it for many users. Therefore, the Medium preset is the recommended choice for 4K, as it provides a good balance of performance and visual fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all resolution and settings combinations.

1920x1080:

• Low: 329 FPS average
• Medium: 252 FPS average, with a minimum of 214 FPS and a maximum of 290 FPS
• High: 211 FPS average
• Ultra: 161 FPS average

At 1080p, the combo demonstrates exceptional performance, with all presets exceeding 160 FPS. The Low preset's 329 FPS average indicates a significant amount of headroom, and the Medium preset's tight range of 214-290 FPS suggests consistent frame delivery.

2560x1440:

• Low: 212 FPS average
• Medium: 162 FPS average, with a minimum of 138 FPS and a maximum of 187 FPS
• High: 136 FPS average
• Ultra: 104 FPS average

At 1440p, the combo remains highly capable. The Low preset's 212 FPS average is impressive, and the High and Ultra presets both maintain averages above 100 FPS. The Medium preset's range of 138-187 FPS shows a wider variance than at 1080p, indicating increased GPU load.

3840x2160:

• Low: 114 FPS average
• Medium: 87 FPS average, with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS
• High: 73 FPS average
• Ultra: 56 FPS average

At 4K, the combo's performance is still respectable, but the demands of the resolution are evident. The Low preset maintains a high average of 114 FPS, while the Medium preset's range of 74-101 FPS shows that frame rates can dip below 80 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 56 FPS, which is the lowest measured value in the entire dataset.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER plays a central role in the performance at higher resolutions. The GPU has a base clock of 2340 MHz and a boost clock of 2610 MHz, which are the primary drivers of its processing speed. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory, with a bus width of 256 bit and a bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s, provides ample memory capacity and throughput for Minimum's textures and assets, even at 4K.

The GPU's benchmark scores reflect its strong compute capabilities. Its PassMark G3D score is 31811, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5569. These synthetic benchmarks indicate that the GPU is positioned well above average, which aligns with its percentile rank of 76. The GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, has an average score of 31206, a -0.4% delta, showing that the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is slightly faster in aggregate terms.

The data shows that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K. The steep drop in FPS from 1440p to 4K across all presets points to the GPU's pixel fill rate and shading capacity being fully utilized. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (56 FPS) is the only average below 60 FPS in the entire dataset, confirming that the GPU is the bottleneck at this extreme setting. The GPU's 96 ROPs and 264 TMUs are tasked with processing the high pixel count, and the frame rates reflect the intense workload.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to use with this combo for a 144Hz monitor?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 161 FPS, which is above 144 FPS. At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers an average of 136 FPS, which is close to but slightly below 144 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p delivers 162 FPS.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Minimum?*

A: Yes, it can. The Low preset at 3840x2160 delivers an average of 114 FPS, while the Medium preset delivers 87 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS. The High preset delivers 73 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 56 FPS.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS is 56, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra preset.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested combinations?

A: This combo is ranked 300th out of 2939 tested combos for Minimum, placing it in the top 10.2% of all tested systems.

Q: What is the frame rate variance at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 has an average of 162 FPS, with a minimum of 138 FPS and a maximum of 187 FPS.

Q: Is there a significant performance difference between the High and Ultra presets at 1920x1080?

A: Yes, the High preset delivers an average of 211 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers an average of 161 FPS, a difference of 50 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 Raphael architecture. It has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The CPU's large 96 MB shared L3 cache is a defining feature, likely contributing to its strong performance in gaming workloads. Its synthetic benchmark scores are high, with a PassMark single-thread score of 3494 and a multithread score of 25047. Its average benchmark score of 44573 places it at the 89th percentile of all CPUs.

The CPU's role in Minimum is most evident at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 329 FPS. While the GPU is still doing the heavy lifting, the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls at such high frame rates is critical. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, has an average score of 44466, a 0.2% delta, indicating that the Ryzen 5 7500X3D is at the top of its class in this metric.

As resolution increases, the CPU's influence on the average FPS diminishes relative to the GPU. The data shows a clear trend: the gap between the Low and Ultra presets widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low (329 FPS) and Ultra (161 FPS) is 168 FPS. At 1440p, the difference is 108 FPS (212 vs 104). At 4K, the difference is 58 FPS (114 vs 56). This pattern confirms that the CPU is capable of driving very high frame rates, but the GPU's performance ceiling defines the limits at higher resolutions.

The CPU's high percentile rank (89) and its position relative to rivals like the Intel Core i9-13950HX (avg score 44342, a 0.5% delta) suggest that it is not a bottleneck for this GPU in Minimum. The measured data indicates that the combo is well-balanced, with the CPU providing enough headroom to avoid limiting the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, even at the highest presets. The 65W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) further contribute to a solid platform for sustained gaming performance.