Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 combination delivers a robust experience in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter released on 2014-06-25. The data shows a strong pairing where the CPU provides ample processing power and the GPU handles the graphical load, though the balance shifts depending on resolution and settings. This analysis walks through the measured FPS results to understand how each component contributes to the final performance.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It features a 16 MB L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory via a dual-channel interface. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a multi-core score of 20755 in Cinebench R23 and a single-core score of 2930 in the same test, with a Geekbench multicore score of 8970. Its average benchmark score of 25626 places it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, making it a solid mid-range performer.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals shows a tightly contested field. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800U scores 25706, which is 0.3% higher, while the Intel Xeon D-2752TER scores 25532, putting it 0.4% behind. The Intel Core 5 210H is 0.5% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U is 0.6% ahead. These deltas are minimal, meaning the 5700G’s processing power is essentially on par with these alternatives for gaming workloads.

In Minimum, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. At 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 268.1 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor—the GPU is clearly the bottleneck at this low graphical load. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 43.1 FPS, which is a GPU limitation rather than a CPU one. The 5700G’s 16 threads ensure that even in scenes with many actors or physics calculations, the system can maintain high frame rates, as evidenced by the 170.7 FPS at 1440p Low. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to keep up with the RTX 3080 across all tested settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is built on the Ampere architecture with a GA102 chip. It has 8704 shading units, 272 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1440 MHz and a boost clock of 1710 MHz, with 10 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 320-bit bus delivering 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is crucial for high-resolution gaming, as Minimum at 4K requires substantial VRAM and bandwidth. In synthetic tests, the GPU scores 25086 in Passmark G3D and 167014 in Geekbench OpenCL, placing it in the 80th percentile among all GPUs.

The RTX 3080’s nearest rivals show a similar performance envelope. The AMD Radeon Pro Duo scores 35860, which is 0.2% higher, while the AMD Radeon 880M is 0.4% behind. The AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE is 0.9% ahead, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile is 1% ahead. These small deltas indicate the RTX 3080 remains competitive even against newer hardware.

In Minimum, the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates. The measured FPS shows a clear scaling pattern: at 1080p, the GPU delivers 172.6 FPS on High settings, but at 4K High, it drops to 58 FPS. This 66.4% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K highlights the GPU’s workload. The 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game’s textures at 4K, as there are no signs of stuttering or memory-related frame drops in the data. The GPU’s raw compute power, reflected in its 29.77 TFLOPS FP32 performance, is what allows it to maintain playable frame rates at 1440p and 4K Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience. At 1080p, the Low preset yields 268.1 FPS, Medium gives 202.5 FPS, High provides 172.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 130.6 FPS. All of these are well above the 60 FPS threshold, so players can choose based on visual preference. High is the recommended preset at 1080p, as it balances visual quality with a frame rate that is more than double the 60 FPS target.

At 1440p, the situation changes. Low produces 170.7 FPS, Medium 132.7 FPS, High 112.6 FPS, and Ultra 85.5 FPS. The High preset still delivers a comfortable margin over 60 FPS, making it the best choice for a balance of image quality and smoothness. Ultra at 1440p is also viable at 85.5 FPS, but the visual gain over High is often marginal in a shooter where fast motion is common.

At 4K, the data reveals a more constrained set of options. Low yields 93.2 FPS, Medium 71.2 FPS, High 58 FPS, and Ultra 43.1 FPS. High is the only preset that falls below 60 FPS, so Medium is the recommended preset for a 4K experience, offering 71.2 FPS. Low is also viable if maximum frame rate is desired. Ultra is not recommended, as 43.1 FPS is below the playable threshold for a fast-paced third-person shooter. The data suggests that High at 1440p or Medium at 4K are the sweet spots for this hardware combination.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved by this hardware combination in Minimum?*

A: The highest average FPS is 268.1, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Does the RTX 3080’s 10 GB VRAM cause any issues at 4K resolution?

A: No, the data shows no indication of VRAM-related problems. The GPU delivers 58 FPS at 4K High and 43.1 FPS at 4K Ultra, with no min FPS values reported, suggesting stable performance.

Q: How does the CPU’s single-thread performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700G scores 2930 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which places it in line with rivals like the Ryzen 7 6800U, Intel Xeon D-2752TER, Intel Core 5 210H, and Ryzen 5 7640U, all of which have average benchmark scores within 0.6% of each other.

Q: Is the RTX 3080’s performance closer to the AMD Radeon 880M or the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE?

A: The RTX 3080’s average benchmark score is 35787, which is 0.4% higher than the Radeon 880M (35646) and 0.9% lower than the RX 7900 GRE (36101). It is slightly closer to the 880M in terms of deltaPct.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p and 4K at Medium settings?

A: At Medium settings, the frame rate drops from 202.5 FPS at 1080p to 71.2 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 131.3 FPS, or approximately 64.8% of the 1080p value.

*Q: Does the combo rank suggest this is a high-performing setup for Minimum?*

A: The combo ranks 531 out of 1733 combinations, placing it in the top 30.6% of all tested hardware pairings for this game.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 268.1 FPS at 1080p to 170.7 FPS at 1440p (a 36.3% reduction) and then to 93.2 FPS at 4K (a 45.4% reduction from 1440p). This indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU has ample headroom at these frame rates.

At High settings, the scaling is steeper: 172.6 FPS at 1080p, 112.6 FPS at 1440p (34.8% lower), and 58 FPS at 4K (48.5% lower). The drop from 1440p to 4K is more pronounced, suggesting that the GPU’s memory bandwidth and shading units are being saturated. The 760.3 GB/s of bandwidth is a key factor here, as 4K resolution demands significantly more memory throughput.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling: 130.6 FPS at 1080p, 85.5 FPS at 1440p (34.5% lower), and 43.1 FPS at 4K (49.6% lower). This confirms that the RTX 3080 is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the Ryzen 7 5700G maintains consistent performance. The data indicates that players seeking 60 FPS should target 1440p High or 4K Medium, as the GPU’s performance degrades more rapidly beyond these points.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS values for each resolution and settings combination:

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

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

| 1920x1080 | Low | 268.1 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 202.5 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 172.6 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 130.6 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 170.7 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 132.7 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 112.6 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 85.5 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 93.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 71.2 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 58 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 43.1 |

At 1080p, the system delivers exceptional performance across all presets, with even Ultra exceeding 130 FPS. This makes 1080p High the most balanced choice, offering 172.6 FPS while maintaining visual fidelity. At 1440p, the frame rates remain high, with Ultra still above 85 FPS, indicating the RTX 3080 is well-suited for this resolution. The 4K results show the GPU’s limits: only Low and Medium presets achieve 60 FPS or higher. The 58 FPS at 4K High is just below the 60 FPS target, suggesting players may need to adjust a few settings to reach a smoother experience. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls significantly below playable standards, reinforcing that this setting is best reserved for lower resolutions. Overall, the data shows a well-balanced system that excels at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K requiring careful settings management.