Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT combination delivers a robust experience in Minimum, a third-person shooter from 2014. The measured frame rates show a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the processor’s strong single-thread performance ensures high refresh rates are achievable at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the performance data, contextualizing the scores against the provided benchmark pack.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is significant, clearly indicating the graphics card is the primary limiting factor as pixel count increases. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 166 FPS at 1920x1080 to 107 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 59 FPS. Pushing further to 3840x2160 yields a 58 FPS average, which is just 35% of the 1080p score. This steep decline is classic GPU-bound scaling behavior; the RX 6800 XT is working progressively harder to fill the additional pixels.

The scaling pattern holds across other presets. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 198 at 1080p to 128 at 1440p and then to 69 at 4K. The gap between 1440p and 4K remains substantial, highlighting that the 16 GB frame buffer and the GPU’s compute capabilities are saturated at the higher resolution. Even at Low settings, where the CPU has more headroom, the 4K average of 90 FPS is still far below the 259 FPS seen at 1080p.

This data suggests that for a 4K experience, the RX 6800 XT is the bottleneck, particularly on Ultra settings where the average dips to just 44 FPS. The Ryzen 5 7600, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is more than capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions; however, its influence wanes as the resolution increases. The scaling curve is steep and consistent, pointing to a system where the graphics card’s performance envelope defines the upper limits of the gaming experience, while the CPU’s role is to ensure the GPU is never starved of data at lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database, this specific combination of CPU and GPU ranks 1173 out of 3712 tested combos for Minimum. This places it in the top third of all systems, a solid position that reflects a balanced pairing of a high-end previous-generation graphics card with a modern mid-range processor. The combo’s rank is a holistic measure, taking into account all measured resolutions and settings.

The CPU itself sits in the 78th percentile of all processors tested, with an average benchmark score of 26324. Its nearest rivals in raw compute performance include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (scoring 26274, a 0.2% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (scoring 26402, a -0.3% difference). This shows that the Ryzen 5 7600’s processing power is competitive with higher-tier laptop chips, providing a strong foundation for gaming.

On the graphics side, the RX 6800 XT is in the 85th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48477. Its performance is closely matched by the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (scoring 47743, a 1.5% delta) and the Intel Arc A550M (scoring 49737, a -2.5% delta). Interestingly, the data shows the RX 6800 XT is within 3% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (scoring 49957), which reflects the AMD card’s enduring strength. The combo’s overall rank reflects that while the CPU is good, the GPU is the star of the show, dragging the system’s gaming performance upward relative to other pairings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, using the Raphael codename. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which are the key figures for understanding its gaming performance. With a TDP of 65 W, it is a highly efficient chip that does not require extreme cooling solutions. The processor’s 32 MB of shared L3 cache is another asset for gaming, helping to reduce memory latency.

In Minimum, the CPU’s role is to maintain high frame rates, especially at 1080p. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves a 259 FPS average. This high score indicates that the Ryzen 5 7600’s single-thread performance (a 3dmark_single_thread score of 999) is sufficient to drive the game engine to very high speeds when the GPU is not the bottleneck. The processor’s boost clock of 5.10 GHz is crucial here, allowing it to handle the game’s logic and draw calls efficiently.

As resolution increases, the CPU’s workload becomes relatively static while the GPU’s workload expands. The benchmark results confirm this; the FPS drops are almost entirely attributable to the graphics card’s rendering load. The Ryzen 5 7600’s performance in multi-threaded tests, such as a cinebench_r23_multicore score of 12735, shows it has ample headroom for background tasks, but for this specific title, its single-core prowess is the defining characteristic for achieving triple-digit frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system’s capabilities across all settings. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast. Low settings yield an average of 259 FPS. Moving to Medium reduces the average to 198 FPS, with a minimum of 168 FPS and a maximum of 228 FPS. High settings produce a 166 FPS average, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a 127 FPS average. This demonstrates that the combo is overkill for 1080p gaming, easily maxing out most high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains very strong. The Low preset average is 167 FPS, while Medium drops to 128 FPS (min 109, max 147). High settings run at a 107 FPS average, which is still excellent for a smooth experience. The Ultra preset, however, shows a more significant drop to an 82 FPS average. This is the first point where the GPU starts to feel the pressure, but the system remains comfortably playable on High settings.

The transition to 3840x2160 reveals the system’s limits. At Low settings, the average is 90 FPS, which is playable. The Medium preset averages 69 FPS (min 59, max 79), which is on the edge of ideal smoothness. High settings drop to a 58 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 44 FPS. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that players will need to compromise on settings to maintain a high refresh rate, with Low or Medium being the most viable options for consistent 60+ FPS performance. The minimum FPS of 59 at 4K Medium indicates that frame pacing can dip below the average, making High and Ultra less desirable for competitive play.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is the dominant component in this pairing. Built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with the Navi 21 chip, it features 4608 shading units and 128 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 1825 MHz and a boost clock of 2250 MHz, with a game clock of 2015 MHz. These high clocks, combined with a 256-bit memory bus and 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, provide a memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s, which is essential for high-resolution textures and effects.

In Minimum, the GPU’s role is to render the scene at the target resolution. The 16 GB VRAM ensures that even at 4K Ultra, memory capacity is not a limiting factor. The performance data shows that the RX 6800 XT is strong enough to push over 100 FPS at 1440p on High settings, but its compute power is challenged at 4K. The 20.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, but the game’s demands at higher resolutions still cause the frame rate to dip to 44 FPS on Ultra.

The GPU’s benchmark scores reinforce its position. A passmark_g3d score of 24980 and a 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 3689 show it is a capable performer. Its 85th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it is faster than the vast majority of graphics cards tested. The data suggests that the RX 6800 XT is the primary driver of the combo’s rank in this game; its performance dictates the experience at 1440p and 4K, while the CPU merely facilitates the high frame rates seen at 1080p.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data provides a clear path for the optimal settings based on resolution. For 1920x1080, the system is so powerful that the Ultra preset, with a 127 FPS average, is the recommended choice. There is no need to compromise on visual quality when the frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS threshold and is sufficient for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the High preset offers the best balance. The 107 FPS average is smooth and responsive, while the Ultra preset’s 82 FPS is still playable but represents a noticeable step down in performance for a marginal visual gain. The Medium preset at 128 FPS is an option for those seeking even higher refresh rates, but High is the sweet spot for visual fidelity and speed.

For 3840x2160, the choices are more constrained. The Low preset, with a 90 FPS average, provides a very smooth experience. The Medium preset, averaging 69 FPS, is a solid choice for a balance of quality and performance, though the minimum FPS of 59 suggests it may occasionally dip below 60. For a consistently fluid 4K experience, the Low preset is the safest bet. The High and Ultra presets, with averages of 58 and 44 FPS respectively, are not recommended for fast-paced third-person shooting, as they do not guarantee a stable frame rate. The data indicates that the RX 6800 XT is best utilized at 1440p, where it can deliver high detail settings with exceptional performance.