Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT presents a compelling dataset for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. The measured frames per second across resolutions and presets reveal a system that scales predictably, with the GPU becoming the dominant constraint at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured results, contextualizes the performance against the pair's benchmark standings, and offers insight into what the numbers suggest about the hardware's behavior in this specific title.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and tells a clear story about where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 277.8 FPS, which drops to 176.9 FPS at 1440p and further to 97.2 FPS at 4K. This represents a 65% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings. The scaling is similar at High settings, where 177.4 FPS at 1080p falls to 116.9 FPS at 1440p and then to 63.8 FPS at 4K—a 64% drop overall. The pattern is consistent: each step up in resolution imposes a significant penalty, indicating that the rendering workload is scaling heavily with pixel count.

The data implies that at 1080p, the CPU is likely keeping pace well enough to let the GPU stretch its legs, but the frame rates are so high that the CPU's limits start to appear. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting component, as the workload becomes intensely pixel-bound. The measured 277.8 FPS at 1080p Low suggests that the CPU can push very high frame rates, but the GPU's capabilities are taxed more as resolution increases, making the frame rate drop more dramatic. This suggests that for competitive play at lower resolutions, the CPU has headroom, but for a visually demanding 4K experience, the GPU's rendering power dictates the outcome.

GPU Role

The RX 9070 XT's specifications are central to understanding the 4K performance. With 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus providing 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth, the card has ample memory resources for a title like Minimum. The boost clock of 2970 MHz and game clock of 2400 MHz are high, allowing for substantial compute throughput. The measured results show that at 4K Ultra, the combo only manages 44.8 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 63.8 FPS at High. This indicates that the Ultra preset's demands are heavy on the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth.

The GPU's performance relative to its peers is notable. The RX 9070 XT's average benchmark score of 39647 places it near the AMD Radeon Pro 575 and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile, with deltaPct values of -0.1 and 0.2 respectively. This suggests that while the GPU is a high performer in general, the specific workload of Minimum at 4K Ultra is demanding enough to push it to its limits. The 4K Low result of 97.2 FPS shows that when the settings are reduced, the GPU has enough power to deliver a playable experience, but the jump to Medium (73.2 FPS) and High (63.8 FPS) shows that each preset level adds a significant load. The data suggests that the GPU's 16 GB frame buffer is not the constraint here; rather, the compute and memory bandwidth are being saturated at higher presets.

Settings Recommendations

The measured rows provide a clear picture of the trade-offs between visual quality and frame rate. At 1440p, the High preset delivers 116.9 FPS, which is a solid experience for a third-person shooter. Medium at 1440p yields 138.4 FPS, a 18% improvement over High, while Low jumps to 176.9 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 87.8 FPS, which is still playable but shows a significant cost for the highest visual fidelity. For players seeking a balance between smoothness and visuals, the Medium or High presets at 1440p are the sweet spots, as they remain well above 100 FPS.

At 1080p, the situation is more forgiving. The High preset achieves 177.4 FPS, and Medium reaches 212.7 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Low at 1080p hits 277.8 FPS, which is near the top of what many displays can show. The Ultra preset at 1080p still manages 135.1 FPS, making it a viable option for those who want maximum detail without sacrificing smoothness. For 4K, the data shows that High is the highest playable setting at 63.8 FPS, while Medium (73.2 FPS) offers a slight improvement. Ultra at 4K is not recommended, as 44.8 FPS is below the threshold for a smooth experience in a shooter. The data suggests that for the best experience, 1440p with High settings offers the best combination of visual fidelity and performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank in Minimum is 476 out of 1733 tested combinations. This places it in the upper echelon of all possible hardware pairings, indicating that this CPU-GPU duo is well-suited for the game. The rank is particularly impressive given that the game is from 2014, and the hardware is modern. The data shows that this combo outperforms a significant majority of other tested systems, which confirms the balance between the Ryzen 7 5800X3D's strong single-threaded performance and the RX 9070 XT's high-end rendering capabilities.

The CPU's benchmark scores support this ranking. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 26574, placing it at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11900K and AMD Ryzen 5 7600, with deltaPct values of 0.1 and -0.2 respectively. This suggests that the CPU is a strong performer, but its ranking is not solely due to its raw power; the 3D V-Cache technology likely helps in games that are sensitive to memory latency. The GPU's rank in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs further cements the combo's position, as it is a high-tier card that pairs well with the CPU's capabilities.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 5800X3D's architecture plays a crucial role in the measured frame rates. With 8 cores and 16 threads, and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, the CPU has enough raw processing power to feed the GPU at lower resolutions. The 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a standout feature, as it provides a large pool of fast memory that can reduce latency in game workloads. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is not a bottleneck, as the frame rates are high across all presets. The single-threaded performance, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 score of 3397, is strong enough to handle the game's logic and physics without issue.

The CPU's nearest rivals in benchmark scores are the AMD EPYC 8024P and Intel Core i9-11900K, with deltaPct values of 0.1. This indicates that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is competitive with these other high-end processors. However, the game's performance suggests that the CPU's cache configuration is particularly beneficial. At 1440p and 4K, the CPU's role diminishes as the GPU becomes the primary constraint, but the CPU's ability to maintain high minimum frame rates is implied by the lack of any minFps data in the measured rows. The data indicates that the CPU provides a stable foundation, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential without being starved of data.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 116.9 FPS.

*Q: How does the combo's rank in Minimum compare to other tested systems?*

A: The combo ranks 476th out of 1733 tested combinations, placing it in the top 27% of all systems tested.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K?

A: The data shows a significant FPS drop from 1440p to 4K, indicating the GPU is the primary limiting component at 4K, as the rendering workload becomes heavily pixel-bound.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 4K?

A: The High preset at 4K achieves 63.8 FPS, which is the highest setting that remains above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 44.8 FPS.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU?

A: The launch MSRP of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is $449.

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RX 9070 XT has an average benchmark score of 39647, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Radeon Pro 575's score of 39703.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

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

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 44.8 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 63.8 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 73.2 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 97.2 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 87.8 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 116.9 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 138.4 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 176.9 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 135.1 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 177.4 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 212.7 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 277.8 |

The data shows a clear hierarchy: at each resolution, Low settings provide the highest frame rate, followed by Medium, High, and then Ultra. The spread between Low and Ultra is largest at 1080p, where the difference is 142.7 FPS, and narrowest at 4K, where the difference is 52.4 FPS. This indicates that at lower resolutions, the settings have a more pronounced impact on performance, while at 4K, the resolution itself is the dominant factor. The measured values confirm that this combo is capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K being the only resolution where compromises are necessary for a smooth experience.