Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER pairing in Minimum presents a study in balance, where the 8-core, 16-thread processor with a 3.00 GHz base and 4.10 GHz boost clock provides ample headroom for the Turing-based GPU. The CPU’s 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a defining feature, though in this title, the benchmark data suggests the RTX 2070 SUPER, with its 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus, is the primary arbiter of frame rates across most configurations. The data shows a system that scales predictably with resolution, with the processor’s capabilities becoming more relevant only at lower settings where the GPU is less burdened.

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

The Ryzen 7 5700X3D, built on the Zen 3 architecture, is a desktop part with 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock of 3.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.10 GHz are modest by current standards, but the massive 96 MB shared L3 cache is its standout attribute. In Minimum, a third-person shooter from 2014, the game’s engine is unlikely to fully utilize all 16 threads, but the high cache capacity helps maintain consistent frame pacing in scenes with many objects or physics calculations. The CPU’s benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22366 and a single-core score of 3157, indicate it is far from a bottleneck in this title.

The RTX 2070 SUPER, with 2560 shading units and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, is the more constrained component. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 186.2, which is nearly double the 91 FPS seen at Ultra settings. This spread is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario where lowering the graphical load directly translates to higher frame rates. Conversely, the CPU’s role becomes visible when comparing the FPS at 1080p Low (186.2) to 1440p Low (123.2). The drop is significant—about 34%—which indicates that while the GPU is still the main driver, the CPU’s ability to feed frames at high rates is being tested. The processor’s 3dmark single-thread score of 804 suggests it can handle the game’s primary logic thread, but the data points to the GPU as the limiting factor in most tested configurations.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Medium settings for this combo?

A: The measured average FPS for the Ryzen 7 5700X3D and RTX 2070 SUPER at 1920x1080 with Medium settings is 142.3. This sits between the Low setting’s 186.2 FPS and the High setting’s 120.1 FPS, showing a clear performance gradient as visual fidelity increases.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 34.8 at Ultra settings to 63.6 at Low settings. The High preset yields 39.3 FPS, and Medium reaches 51.2 FPS. These results indicate that 4K gaming is only viable at Low settings for a smooth experience, as the Ultra preset falls below 35 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck. For example, at 1440p, the FPS drops from 123.2 at Low to 61.9 at Ultra, a reduction of roughly 50%. This pattern is consistent with GPU-bound performance. The CPU’s capabilities are not fully taxed, as evidenced by the high FPS counts at lower resolutions and settings.

*Q: What is the combo’s rank compared to all tested configurations in Minimum?*

A: The combo ranks 1061 out of 1733 tested combos. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the field, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer for this specific game, it is also far from the bottom.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, scores 22307, which is a deltaPct of -0.5%. This means the RTX 2070 SUPER is essentially on par with the RTX A400, with less than a 1% difference in average score.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo rank of 1061 out of 1733 places this configuration in the 61st percentile of all tested combinations for Minimum. This is a mid-pack result, suggesting that the pairing is competent but not exceptional for this title. The rank is influenced heavily by the GPU’s age; the RTX 2070 SUPER, while a solid performer in its day, is now outclassed by newer cards. In comparison, the CPU’s percentile is 82 against all CPUs, which is strong, but the GPU’s percentile is 65 against all GPUs. This divergence highlights that the GPU is the weaker link in this duo.

The average benchmark scores for the CPU and GPU are 24673 and 22206, respectively. The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-1360P with a deltaPct of 0.2%, are within a hair of its performance. The GPU’s nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A400, is only 0.5% behind. This means that in synthetic benchmarks, the components are closely matched to their peers, but in Minimum, the combination’s rank suggests that other factors, such as driver optimization or cache utilization, may be at play. The combo sits far from the top 100, indicating that for competitive play at high refresh rates, this setup may require lower settings to achieve desirable FPS.

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

At 1920x1080, the system shows its strongest performance. The Low preset produces an average of 186.2 FPS, which is well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on gaming monitors. Medium settings drop to 142.3 FPS, still very playable. High settings yield 120.1 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 91 FPS. This progression shows a 95.2 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, a significant range that gives users flexibility.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages decrease across the board. Low settings produce 123.2 FPS, Medium yields 90.5 FPS, High drops to 80.8 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 61.9 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra is 61.3 FPS, which is less than at 1080p but still substantial. At this resolution, the GPU’s memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s becomes more critical, and the data reflects that.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings average 63.6 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings fall to 51.2 FPS, High to 39.3 FPS, and Ultra to 34.8 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 28.8 FPS, showing that even at 4K, the settings scaling is consistent, but the absolute numbers are low. Only the Low preset offers a playable experience, and even then, it is marginal.

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

The transition from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern of GPU limitation. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 186.2 at 1080p to 123.2 at 1440p, a 33.8% reduction. From 1440p to 4K, the FPS drops from 123.2 to 63.6, a 48.4% reduction. The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 122.6 FPS, or about 65.9%. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER is being progressively overwhelmed as pixel count increases.

At Ultra settings, the scaling is similar but with lower absolute values. The FPS drops from 91 at 1080p to 61.9 at 1440p (a 32% decrease) and then to 34.8 at 4K (a 43.8% decrease from 1440p). The overall reduction from 1080p to 4K is 56.2 FPS. This pattern is expected for a GPU-bound scenario: the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant, but the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth are taxed more heavily at higher resolutions. The data shows no signs of CPU bottlenecking, as the FPS scaling is smooth and consistent with pixel count increases.

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

For a balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 is the recommended choice. The 90.5 FPS average is smooth enough for most displays, and the visual uplift over Low settings is noticeable. If a user prioritizes high refresh rate gaming, the Low preset at 1920x1080, with 186.2 FPS, is the best option, but it sacrifices graphical fidelity.

At 4K, the only viable preset is Low, with 63.6 FPS. Medium at 4K drops to 51.2 FPS, which is borderline for playability, but the Low setting provides a safer margin above 60 FPS. For users with a 1440p monitor, the Medium preset offers a good middle ground. The High preset at 1440p yields 80.8 FPS, which is also acceptable, but the jump from Medium to High is only 9.7 FPS, making Medium more efficient in terms of performance per setting level. Ultimately, the data suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p with Medium to High settings, while 4K should be reserved for those willing to accept Low presets.