Minimum

Minimum is a 2014 Third-Person Shooter, and the data for the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti shows a combination that is heavily skewed toward high refresh rate 1080p and capable 1440p play. The measured frame rates across all resolutions and settings indicate this pairing is well-balanced, with the CPU having enough headroom to push the GPU to its limits at lower resolutions, while the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches an average of 211.9 FPS. This is the highest measured frame rate in the entire dataset for this combination.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations for this game?

A: This specific combination ranks 898th out of 1733 total tested combos in the game's database. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating it is a solid but not top-tier performer for Minimum.

Q: Is the RTX 3060 Ti better than the AMD Radeon RX 6600?

A: Based on the average benchmark score, the RTX 3060 Ti scores 25120, while the Radeon RX 6600 scores 25235. The RX 6600 is 0.5% faster on average, making the RTX 3060 Ti essentially equivalent in raw compute performance.

Q: What is the difference in multi-core performance between the Ryzen 7 3700X and the Intel Core i5-12600?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 28631, while the Core i5-12600 scores 28654. The Intel chip is only 0.1% faster, meaning their overall average performance is nearly identical.

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

A: The lowest average FPS is 39, which occurs at 4K (3840x2160) resolution with Ultra settings. This is the only measured configuration that drops below 48 FPS.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have, and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the driving force behind the frame rates in Minimum, particularly at higher resolutions. The GPU's specifications show a 256-bit memory interface and 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, which is sufficient for the game's demands. The measured data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases, the average FPS drops significantly, which is the classic signature of a GPU-bound scenario.

At 1080p, the GPU is able to push frame rates from 104.5 FPS on Ultra to 211.9 FPS on Low. This wide spread shows that the RTX 3060 Ti has substantial raw horsepower. The GPU's boost clock of 1665 MHz and its 4864 shading units provide the computational throughput needed for these high numbers. When moving to 1440p, the average FPS at High settings drops to 84.6, which is a 36.6% decrease from the 133.4 FPS seen at 1080p High. This demonstrates that the GPU is working harder to fill the additional pixels.

The trend continues at 4K, where even Low settings yield only 71.2 FPS on average. The jump from 1440p Low (136.3 FPS) to 4K Low (71.2 FPS) represents a 47.8% drop in performance, highlighting the massive increase in pixel count. The GPU's 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth becomes a critical factor here, as the card must stream textures and geometry data much faster to keep up with the 4K resolution. The data shows that the RTX 3060 Ti is a strong 1080p and capable 1440p card, but it struggles to maintain high refresh rates at 4K, with Ultra settings resulting in an unplayable 39 FPS average.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable scaling pattern that clearly identifies the GPU as the bottleneck at higher resolutions. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS at High settings drops from 133.4 to 84.6, a 36.6% reduction. This is a substantial hit, but the resulting 84.6 FPS is still very playable. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is even more punishing; at High settings, the FPS drops from 84.6 to 48.8, a 42.3% reduction.

This pattern is consistent across all settings. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 211.9 at 1080p to 136.3 at 1440p (a 35.7% drop), and then to 71.2 at 4K (a 47.8% drop from 1440p). The fact that the percentage drop is relatively consistent across settings suggests that the game is scaling linearly with resolution, which is typical for a GPU-bound title. The CPU, an AMD Ryzen 7 3700X with 8 cores and 16 threads, has enough headroom to feed the GPU at 1080p, as evidenced by the very high frame rates.

However, the data also shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor here. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect the frame rates at 1080p and 1440p to be more similar, as the CPU would cap the performance regardless of resolution. Instead, we see a steady decline in FPS as resolution increases, which means the GPU's rendering capabilities are being taxed more heavily. The 4K results, particularly the 39 FPS average on Ultra, make it clear that the RTX 3060 Ti is oversubscribed at that resolution, and the system is firmly GPU-limited.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the best experience depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For a 60 Hz 4K display, the only viable option is Low settings, which yields an average of 71.2 FPS. Medium settings at 4K drop to 58.8 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold, while High and Ultra are not recommended due to averages of 48.8 and 39 FPS, respectively.

At 1440p, the choices are more flexible. For a 144 Hz monitor, Low settings are the only way to get close to that refresh rate, with an average of 136.3 FPS. For a 60 Hz or 75 Hz display, High settings at 84.6 FPS or Medium at 105.4 FPS are both excellent choices, providing a smooth and visually detailed experience. Ultra settings at 1440p produce 63.5 FPS, which is playable but may not feel as fluid as the lower settings.

At 1080p, this combo is a powerhouse. For competitive play, Low settings at 211.9 FPS will maximize the refresh rate on any high-end monitor. Medium settings at 160 FPS are a great balance for most users, while High settings at 133.4 FPS are ideal for those who prioritize visual fidelity without sacrificing too much speed. Ultra settings at 104.5 FPS are also perfectly playable and offer the best image quality. The data suggests that 1080p High is the sweet spot for a premium experience, while 1440p High is the best option for a high-resolution compromise.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset for this combination shows a clear hierarchy across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 104.5 on Ultra to 211.9 on Low. The progression is: Low (211.9), Medium (160.0), High (133.4), and Ultra (104.5). This shows a 50.7% performance difference between the lowest and highest quality presets.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops across the board. The results are: Low (136.3), Medium (105.4), High (84.6), and Ultra (63.5). The gap between Low and Ultra is now 53.4%, which is slightly wider than at 1080p, indicating that the GPU is becoming more sensitive to the settings at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS figures are significantly lower. The measured results are: Low (71.2), Medium (58.8), High (48.8), and Ultra (39.0). The performance delta between Low and Ultra here is 45.2%, which is slightly narrower than at lower resolutions. This suggests that at 4K, all settings are heavily taxing the GPU, and even dropping to Low cannot fully compensate for the pixel count. The data shows that the RTX 3060 Ti can handle 4K in Minimum, but only at lower settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X plays a supporting role in this configuration, providing enough processing power to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 3060 Ti. This CPU has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The benchmark data shows it has a solid multi-core score of 19087 in Cinebench R23 and a single-core score of 2694.

The CPU's performance is competitive with its rivals. It has an average benchmark score of 28631, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12600, scores 28654, which is only 0.1% higher. This indicates that the Ryzen 7 3700X is not a weak link in the system; it has ample headroom to keep up with the GPU’s demands.

In the context of Minimum, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and draw calls. The high frame rates at 1080p (up to 211.9 FPS) prove that the CPU can process frames fast enough to feed the GPU. Even at 1080p Low, where the GPU is working its hardest to produce maximum FPS, the system maintains an average above 200 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor. The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 3700X provides a solid foundation for this GPU, and the pairing is well-balanced for a gaming rig, with the GPU being the primary determinant of performance at higher resolutions.