Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination delivers a compelling performance profile in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released on 2014-06-25. The measured data reveals a system where the GPU is the clear primary driver at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-threaded capabilities ensure high frame rates at 1080p. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS rows to explore the balance between these components.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a predictable and steep decline as resolution increases, but the rate of decline varies significantly by settings preset. At Low settings, the average FPS scales from 261.9 at 1920x1080 down to 170.8 at 2560x1440, and finally to 91.7 at 3840x2160. This represents a 35% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 46% drop from 1440p to 4K. The absolute difference between 1080p and 4K is a substantial 170.2 FPS.

The scaling pattern at Ultra settings is less severe in relative terms. The frame rate moves from 130.5 at 1080p, to 83.7 at 1440p, and then to 42.5 at 4K. Here, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 36%, but the drop from 1440p to 4K is 49%. This suggests that at Ultra settings, the rendering load becomes so immense that the GPU’s compute resources are saturated, making the resolution increase a more significant bottleneck.

This data implies that the GPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios, particularly at 4K. The fact that the 1080p Low preset achieves 261.9 FPS while the 4K Ultra preset only manages 42.5 FPS shows how dramatically the RX 9070’s workload increases. The CPU, with its high boost clock of 5.30 GHz, appears capable of feeding frames at the lower resolutions, as evidenced by the 261.9 FPS ceiling, but the GPU cannot maintain that pace when pixel count quadruples. The transition from 1440p to 4K shows the GPU hitting a performance wall, especially under the strain of Ultra settings.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture and features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. This memory configuration is a critical asset for a game like Minimum, as the data shows a significant performance penalty at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS drops to 42.5. While the 16 GB capacity is unlikely to be a limiting factor for a 2014 title, the bandwidth and the GPU’s compute throughput are what dictate these results.

The GPU’s clock speeds are notable, with a base clock of 1330 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz. The game clock is listed at 2070 MHz. These frequencies, combined with 3584 shading units, allow for substantial parallel processing. The data suggests that the RX 9070 is heavily taxed at 4K, as the frame rate nearly halves between Medium (69.4 FPS) and Ultra (42.5 FPS). This indicates that the most demanding settings introduce effects that scale with the GPU’s pixel rate and texture rate, which are listed at 322.6 GPixel/s and 564.5 GTexel/s, respectively.

The GPU’s performance relative to its rivals, based on its average benchmark score of 34780, places it in a specific tier. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA A2, has an average score of 34866, which is a deltaPct of -0.2%, meaning the RX 9070 is essentially on par. This context is useful, as it shows that while the RX 9070 is not the absolute top performer in the database, its 79th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it is a high-end part, and the measured FPS in Minimum reflects that capability until the 4K Ultra preset overwhelms it.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and AMD Radeon RX 9070 achieves a rank of 570 out of 1733 combos for Minimum. This places it in the 67th percentile of all tested systems, indicating a solidly above-average performance. The rank reflects the combined capability of both components, and the data suggests that this combo is better suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming than for 4K Ultra.

The rank of 570 is interesting when considering the individual component percentiles. The CPU has an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the GPU has a 79th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The combo’s in-game rank is lower than either of these individual percentiles, which suggests that the specific demands of Minimum do not perfectly align with the strengths of these parts. The game’s engine may not scale perfectly with the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads, or the GPU’s raw compute, but the measured data shows that this combo is still far ahead of the majority of systems tested.

This ranking implies that while this is a powerful setup, it is not the absolute top-tier combination for this specific title. The 570th rank out of 1733 combos means there are 569 other configurations that achieve higher average FPS across the tested settings. However, the measured FPS numbers, particularly the 261.9 FPS at 1080p Low, demonstrate that this combo can deliver an extremely playable experience, and the rank reflects its overall consistency across all resolution and settings permutations.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve in Minimum?*

A: The highest measured average FPS is 261.9, which is achieved at the 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo produces an average FPS of 42.5, which is the lowest measured frame rate for this system.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440, the Medium preset yields 129.0 FPS, while the High preset yields 106.9 FPS, a difference of 22.1 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU bottleneck the system at 1080p Low?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at 1080p Low, as the 261.9 FPS result is likely near the maximum frame rate the Ryzen 5 7600X can produce in this game.

Q: What is the performance delta between the RX 9070 and its nearest rival, the NVIDIA A2?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the NVIDIA A2 scores 34866, which is a deltaPct of -0.2% compared to the RX 9070’s 34780, indicating they are statistically tied in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the combo’s overall ranking in the database for this game?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combo ranks 570th out of 1733 tested combinations for Minimum.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. This high boost clock is likely the key factor in the CPU’s ability to drive the frame rates seen at 1080p. The data shows a significant jump from 167.4 FPS at High settings to 261.9 FPS at Low settings, which indicates that the CPU is capable of much higher frame rates when the GPU workload is reduced.

The CPU’s benchmark scores support this theory. Its single-thread score in Cinebench R23 is 3406, and its PassMark single-thread score is 4135. These are strong numbers that suggest excellent per-core performance, which is crucial for a game like Minimum that may not fully utilize all 12 threads. The multi-threaded capabilities are also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24128, ensuring that the processor does not become a bottleneck in more complex scenes.

The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X, have an average score of 26214 with a deltaPct of 0.2%, showing that the 7600X is in a tightly contested performance bracket. In the context of Minimum, the data implies that the CPU is more than sufficient for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, as the 261.9 FPS Low result is likely near the engine’s or CPU’s limit. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its high-end status, and its role here is to enable the GPU to stretch its legs at lower resolutions without being held back.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For players targeting the highest possible frame rates, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the obvious choice, delivering 261.9 FPS. However, this may come at the cost of visual fidelity. A better balance between performance and image quality is achieved at the High preset, which provides 167.4 FPS at 1080p. This is still an exceptionally high frame rate and suggests that the High preset is the sweet spot for competitive play where fluidity is paramount.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset offers a strong 129.0 FPS, which is a good target for high-refresh-rate monitors. The High preset at this resolution yields 106.9 FPS, which remains very playable. The data suggests that 1440p High is a viable option for a visually rich experience without sacrificing the smoothness of the gameplay. The Ultra preset at 1440p, with 83.7 FPS, is also acceptable but begins to approach the threshold where some players might notice a decrease in responsiveness.

For 4K gaming, the data indicates that the Low preset is the only truly smooth option, with 91.7 FPS. The Medium preset at 69.4 FPS is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action, while the Ultra preset at 42.5 FPS is too demanding for a smooth experience. The recommendation is to prioritize the High preset at 1080p or Medium at 1440p for the best combination of visual quality and high FPS, as these settings provide a significant performance headroom over the more demanding presets.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets.

1920x1080: The results here are exceptional. The Low preset achieves an average FPS of 261.9, while the Medium preset delivers 203.1 FPS. The High preset produces 167.4 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 130.5 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a performance reduction of 131.4 FPS, or roughly half the frame rate, which demonstrates the significant impact of the higher settings.

2560x1440: At this resolution, the frame rates remain high. The Low preset averages 170.8 FPS, followed by Medium at 129.0 FPS. High settings produce 106.9 FPS, and Ultra settings result in 83.7 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra here is 87.1 FPS, showing that the GPU is starting to feel the load of the increased pixel count, but the system still performs admirably.

3840x2160: This is where the GPU's limits become apparent. The Low preset yields an average of 91.7 FPS, which is still smooth. The Medium preset drops to 69.4 FPS, and the High preset falls to 60.9 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of just 42.5 FPS. The data shows a clear trend: the higher the resolution, the more significant the performance gap between Low and Ultra settings becomes, highlighting the GPU’s central role in 4K rendering.