Minimum

This analysis covers the performance of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB in the game Minimum. The data is based on measured FPS results across three resolutions and four quality presets, providing a clear picture of the hardware's capabilities in this specific title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Minimum with this hardware combo?*

A: According to the measured data, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where all settings presets achieve playable frame rates, ranging from 60 FPS at Ultra to 122.2 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly, with only the Low preset surpassing 60 FPS. The 3840x2160 resolution results in sub-60 FPS performance across all presets.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5900X compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39453. This places it 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4245P (score 39383), 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700F (score 39095), and 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (score 39747). It also trails the Intel Core i7-13700 (score 39857) by 1%.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: The measured data shows a substantial gap. The Low preset delivers an average of 122.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers exactly 60 FPS. This represents a 62.2 FPS difference, meaning the Low preset is over twice as fast as Ultra in this configuration.

Q: Is the RTX 3050 4 GB more of a bottleneck at 4K or at 1080p?

A: The data indicates the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 3840x2160, the average FPS across all settings is below 40, with the Ultra preset dropping to 20.9 FPS. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are much higher, suggesting the CPU has more influence on performance at this resolution.

*Q: What is the ranking of this specific CPU+GPU combo in Minimum?*

A: This combo is ranked 1566 out of 1733 total tested combinations. This places it in the lower portion of the performance spectrum for this game, indicating that while it can run the game, many other hardware configurations will deliver higher frame rates.

Q: What is the significance of the GPU's 4 GB memory capacity in this game?

A: The 4 GB VRAM capacity, paired with a 128-bit memory bus and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth, appears to be a limiting factor at higher settings and resolutions. The measured FPS drops sharply when moving from 1080p to 1440p and again to 4K, which is consistent with the GPU struggling to handle the increased memory and rendering demands at those resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4 GB is the central component in this configuration, and its specifications directly correlate with the measured performance in Minimum. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1545 MHz and a boost clock of 1740 MHz. Its memory is clocked at 1500 MHz, which translates to 12 Gbps effective, delivered through a 128-bit bus for a total bandwidth of 192.0 GB/s. This memory bandwidth is a critical factor, as the game's demands at higher resolutions and settings seem to saturate it.

The GPU's core configuration includes 2048 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 ROPs. The texture rate is 111.4 GTexel/s and the pixel rate is 55.68 GPixel/s. These figures help explain the performance scaling observed in the data. For instance, at 1920x1080 with the Low preset, the system achieves an average of 122.2 FPS. This is likely where the CPU, with its high single-core performance, can keep the GPU adequately fed. However, as rendering load increases, the GPU's 7.127 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and its limited 4 GB VRAM become more significant bottlenecks.

The transition to 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 shows a clear decline in frame rates, suggesting that the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are insufficient for the increased pixel count and texture data. The 4 GB VRAM capacity is particularly notable; modern games at higher presets often require more memory, and running out of it can cause severe stuttering or frame drops. While the data doesn't specify min FPS, the average FPS at 4K Ultra (20.9 FPS) and 4K High (27.8 FPS) indicates the GPU is heavily overloaded, making these settings impractical for a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this hardware combo is found at 1920x1080 resolution. At this resolution, all settings presets are technically playable, but the choice depends on the user's preference for visual fidelity versus frame rate. The data shows that the High preset delivers an average of 79.1 FPS, which is a good balance for most players, offering a smooth experience while maintaining a decent level of visual quality.

For players who prioritize a high refresh rate, the Low preset at 1080p is the clear choice, delivering an average of 122.2 FPS. This is the only configuration in the dataset to exceed 120 FPS. The Medium preset at 95.2 FPS is a strong middle ground, providing a significant boost over High with a modest visual compromise. The Ultra preset at exactly 60 FPS is the most demanding option, but it only achieves the bare minimum for a smooth experience and leaves no headroom for dips in performance.

At 2560x1440, the options are more limited. The Low preset is the only one that provides a comfortable frame rate at 74.9 FPS. The Medium preset at 60.3 FPS is borderline, while the High (47.8 FPS) and Ultra (38.5 FPS) presets will feel less fluid and may cause noticeable judder. At 3840x2160, no preset achieves a playable frame rate, with the highest being the Low preset at 39.8 FPS. Therefore, the data suggests that users should stick to 1080p for the best experience, with the Medium or High presets being the most sensible choices.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are as follows: the Low preset averages 122.2 FPS, the Medium preset averages 95.2 FPS, the High preset averages 79.1 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 60 FPS. This shows a clear, expected step-down in performance as graphical fidelity increases.

At 2560x1440, the performance takes a noticeable hit. The Low preset is the only one to remain above 60 FPS, averaging 74.9 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 60.3 FPS, which is just at the edge of playability. The High preset falls to 47.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops further to 38.5 FPS. This resolution demonstrates a significant increase in GPU load, with the gap between presets widening.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 3050 4 GB is clearly overwhelmed. The Low preset manages an average of 39.8 FPS, which is below the threshold for a smooth experience. The Medium preset drops to 33.2 FPS, the High preset to 27.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset to a nearly unplayable 20.9 FPS. The data shows a consistent trend: the RTX 3050 4 GB is only capable of delivering satisfactory performance at 1080p, with 1440p being a stretch and 4K being out of the question for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and reveals the limiting component of this system. At 1920x1080, the average FPS across all settings is 89.1. When moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 55.4, a reduction of approximately 38%. This is a significant decrease, but the system still manages to produce playable frame rates on lower settings.

The transition from 1440p to 3840x2160 is even more punishing. The average FPS at 4K is just 30.4, which is a further 45% reduction from the 1440p average. This scaling behavior is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. The Ryzen 9 5900X, with its 12 cores and 24 threads and a high boost clock of 4.80 GHz, is more than capable of handling the game's logic and draw calls at these resolutions. The CPU's high single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4680, ensures it is not the limiting factor.

Instead, the RTX 3050 4 GB's processing power and memory bandwidth are insufficient for the higher pixel counts. The GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are taxed far more heavily at 4K, causing the frame rate to plummet. The fact that the FPS drops so dramatically when moving from 1080p to 4K, even on the Low preset (from 122.2 to 39.8 FPS), confirms that the GPU is the primary constraint. The CPU has ample headroom, but the GPU simply cannot render the frames fast enough to keep up.