Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers playable performance in Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter, but the data shows a clear ceiling at higher resolutions. The combo ranks 2000th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. The benchmark results indicate that while the system is more than capable at 1080p and 1440p, it struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable yet steep performance drop as resolution increases, highlighting the GPU as the primary bottleneck in this pairing. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 130 FPS, which drops to 84 FPS at 2560x1440, and further down to 45 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 65% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, a scaling pattern that is typical for a GPU with an 8 GB VRAM buffer and a 128-bit memory bus.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly harsh, with the average FPS falling by nearly half. At 2560x1440 High, the system produces 84 FPS, but at 3840x2160 High, that number drops to 45 FPS. This suggests that the RTX 4060's memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s becomes a limiting factor at 4K, where the demand for texture data and pixel throughput outpaces what the card can deliver. The 128-bit bus width is a structural constraint that becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions.

When comparing settings at each resolution, the scaling pattern holds. At 1080p, the gap between Low (202 FPS) and Ultra (99 FPS) is 103 FPS, showing the GPU has enough headroom to absorb the extra workload. At 1440p, the gap narrows to 66 FPS (130 FPS Low versus 64 FPS Ultra), indicating the GPU is starting to feel the pressure. At 4K, the gap shrinks further to 36 FPS (70 FPS Low versus 34 FPS Ultra), where even the lowest settings cannot rescue the frame rate.

The data shows that this combo is optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with the 4K results representing a significant compromise. The 34 FPS average at 4K Ultra is below the standard 60 FPS target, and even the 45 FPS at 4K High will likely result in noticeable judder in fast-paced third-person shooter gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This CPU is not the limiting factor in Minimum, as evidenced by the relatively consistent performance scaling across resolutions. The processor's strong multi-threading capabilities, reflected in its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15476, ensure that game logic and physics calculations are handled without introducing frame rate dips.

The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s provide ample data throughput for this game's demands. The processor's peak performance is demonstrated in the 3DMark max threads benchmark score of 7578, which indicates it can handle heavily threaded workloads. However, the game's frame rate at 4K is so low that the CPU is clearly idle, waiting for the GPU to catch up.

The Ryzen 7 5800X's single-thread performance, as shown by its 3DMark single-thread score of 943, is more than sufficient for a game from 2014. Even at 1080p with Low settings, where the CPU would have to work hardest to feed the GPU, the system achieves 202 FPS. This indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any tested resolution or settings combination. The processor's performance percentile of 81 versus all CPUs places it well above average, reinforcing its capability in this pairing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the component that determines the performance ceiling in this combo. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, the card has a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 1830 MHz with a boost clock of 2460 MHz, and it features 3072 shading units. These specifications are adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but struggle at 4K.

The GTX 4060's memory configuration is the primary weakness. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for Minimum at lower settings, but at 4K with High or Ultra settings, the game likely approaches the memory limit, causing the frame rate to plummet. The 128-bit bus width is a structural bottleneck that limits how much data can be transferred per clock cycle, which explains the steep drop from 1440p to 4K.

The GPU's compute capabilities, as shown by its Passmark G3D score of 19545, are respectable, but the card's percentile of 61 versus all GPUs places it in the mid-range. The RTX 4060's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and AMD Radeon 780M, with average scores within 0.3% of the RTX 4060's own average benchmark score of 17639. This comparison suggests that the card's raw compute power is not exceptional, but it is sufficient for this game at lower resolutions.

At 1080p, the GPU shows its strength, delivering 202 FPS at Low settings and 155 FPS at Medium settings. These numbers indicate that the card has substantial headroom at this resolution. However, at 4K Ultra, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed, producing only 34 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is the most telling: a 31% drop in High settings (84 to 45 FPS) that confirms the GPU is the limiting component.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings levels. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional frame rates: 202 FPS at Low, 155 FPS at Medium (with a minimum of 131 FPS and a maximum of 178 FPS), 130 FPS at High, and 99 FPS at Ultra. These results show that the combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate monitors at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows a clear step down. The system achieves 130 FPS at Low, 100 FPS at Medium (with a minimum of 85 FPS and a maximum of 115 FPS), 84 FPS at High, and 64 FPS at Ultra. The 1440p results are all above the 60 FPS threshold, making this a viable resolution for smooth gameplay, though Ultra settings will require some adjustment for those seeking consistently high frame rates.

The 3840x2160 results are where the combo falls short. The system manages 70 FPS at Low, 54 FPS at Medium (with a minimum of 46 FPS and a maximum of 62 FPS), 45 FPS at High, and 34 FPS at Ultra. Only the Low setting achieves a playable frame rate above 60 FPS, and even that is borderline. The Medium setting's minimum of 46 FPS indicates noticeable stuttering during intense scenes, while the Ultra setting's 34 FPS average is well below acceptable for a third-person shooter.

The data indicates that the combo is best used at 1080p or 1440p. At 1080p, even Ultra settings provide a 99 FPS average, which is smooth. At 1440p, High settings provide a good balance of visual quality and performance. At 4K, users will need to significantly lower settings to achieve playable frame rates, and even then, the experience will not be optimal.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 2000th out of 3712 tested combinations in Minimum, placing it in the 54th percentile of all tested systems. This ranking suggests that while the combo is not a top performer, it is also not at the bottom. The position is likely dragged down by the 4K results, which are poor, but the strong 1080p and 1440p performance keeps it in the middle of the pack.

The ranking is worse than what the individual component benchmarks would suggest. The CPU's percentile of 81 and the GPU's percentile of 61 are both above average, yet the combo's rank is slightly below the median. This discrepancy is explained by the GPU's 4K limitations. The RTX 4060's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and AMD Radeon 780M, have average scores that are nearly identical (within 0.3%), indicating that the GPU's performance is not unique. The combination with the Ryzen 7 5800X, which performs similarly to the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H (within 0.1%), does not boost the overall ranking.

The 2000th rank out of 3712 is a clear signal that this combo is not a high-end solution for Minimum. It is a mid-range pairing that excels at lower resolutions but lacks the GPU power for 4K gaming. The data shows that the combo is 10th percentile away from the top 50% of tested systems, which is a meaningful gap. For users with 1080p or 1440p monitors, this combo is adequate, but for 4K display owners, it will underperform.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p Ultra settings?

A: The combo achieves an average of 99 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 45, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded in the data?

A: The highest average FPS is 202, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Which component is the bottleneck at 4K?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus struggle to maintain frame rates above 45 FPS at High settings.

Q: Is the combo ranked in the top half of all tested systems?

A: No, the combo ranks 2000th out of 3712 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 85, with an average of 100 FPS.