Minimum

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and AMD Radeon RX 570 pairing produces a profoundly GPU-limited experience in Minimum, a 2014 Third-Person Shooter. The data shows a processor with top-tier multi-threaded capabilities paired with an entry-level graphics card from 2017, resulting in a combination that ranks near the bottom of the tested database at position 2814 out of 2939 combos. The benchmark results indicate that while the CPU has ample headroom, the RX 570's 4 GB of GDDR5 memory and GCN 4.0 architecture become the definitive bottleneck, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across resolutions, settings, and the specific roles each component plays in this title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combination in Minimum?*

A: The combo ranks 2814 out of 2939 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom percentile of systems for this game.

Q: What is the best average FPS achieved by this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 82, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 9900X3D has an average benchmark score of 54,762. It is 0.6% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF (55,093) and 1.3% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K (54,053).

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile relative to all other GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 570 sits in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it outperforms a majority of the database's graphics cards in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: Is the FPS data in this report measured or estimated?

A: The field `dataIsMeasured` is set to true, indicating that the FPS figures are from actual benchmark runs, not theoretical calculations.

Q: What resolution and settings combination yields a 40 FPS average?

A: A 40 FPS average is recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, and also at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is the clear performance limiter in this configuration. Its specifications, including a base clock of 1168 MHz and a boost clock of 1244 MHz, are modest by modern standards. The GPU features 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 32 ROPs. More critically, its memory configuration consists of 4 GB of GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. This memory capacity is a primary constraint, as Minimum at high settings can exceed the available VRAM, causing significant performance degradation.

The GPU's compute capabilities are rated at 5.095 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, with a pixel rate of 39.81 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 159.2 GTexel/s. These figures place it firmly in the entry-level segment of the database, with a percentile rank of 74. In the measured FPS data, the GPU's limitations are stark. At 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS plummets to 14, while at 1080p with Low settings, it reaches 82 FPS. This massive swing demonstrates that the RX 570's raw compute and memory bandwidth are insufficient for high-resolution, high-detail workloads in this game.

The GPU's age is also evident in its API support, which includes DirectX 12 (12_0), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.3. While it supports these modern APIs, its GCN 4.0 architecture, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries, is significantly less efficient than newer designs. The 150 W TDP and 1x 6-pin power connector indicate a modest power draw, but the performance output is correspondingly limited. The benchmark results show that the RX 570 is a capable 1080p low-to-medium settings card, but it struggles beyond that, making it the definitive bottleneck in this pairing with the high-end Ryzen 9 9900X3D.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and the AMD Radeon RX 570 ranks 2814 out of 2939 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the bottom 5% of all systems in the database for this specific game. The ranking reflects a severe imbalance between the components: the CPU is a top-tier processor, while the GPU is an entry-level, end-of-life product. This mismatch results in a system that cannot leverage the CPU's immense processing power, as the GPU is unable to keep up with the demands of the game at higher settings.

The CPU's synthetic benchmarks, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 47,737 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 22,884, indicate exceptional processing capability. Its percentile rank of 91 against all CPUs confirms its high-end status. However, the GPU's average benchmark score of 28,766 is far lower, and its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, is only 0.4% faster, showing that the RX 570 is not a high performer. The data suggests that in Minimum, the GPU's limitations cap the system's performance, preventing it from achieving higher ranks.

The ranking also highlights a fundamental issue with pairing a 12-core, 24-thread processor with a graphics card that has only 4 GB of VRAM. The CPU is essentially idle waiting for the GPU to finish rendering frames. This is a classic bottleneck scenario where the system's overall performance is determined by its weakest link. The combo's rank is a direct consequence of this imbalance, and the measured FPS data confirms that the GPU is the primary constraint across all tested resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's performance across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 82, which is a playable frame rate for most users. Increasing the settings to Medium drops the average to 63 FPS, with a minimum of 53 and a maximum of 72. High settings yield an average of 53 FPS, while Ultra settings bring the average down to 40 FPS. This progression shows a predictable performance cost for increasing visual fidelity at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance takes a significant hit. Low settings produce an average of 53 FPS, which is a 35% drop from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 40 FPS (min 34, max 46), and High settings average 34 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p are barely playable, with an average of only 26 FPS. At 3840x2160, the performance becomes marginal. Low settings average 28 FPS, Medium settings average 22 FPS (min 19, max 25), High settings average 18 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 14 FPS.

These numbers illustrate the RX 570's limits. The GPU is only capable of delivering a smooth 60+ FPS experience at 1080p on Low settings. For a 60 FPS target at Medium settings, the resolution must be 1080p. The data shows that the card is not suitable for 1440p or 4K gaming at acceptable frame rates in Minimum, as even Low settings at 1440p fails to reach 60 FPS. The benchmark results indicate a clear performance hierarchy, with each increase in resolution or settings resulting in a substantial FPS penalty.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the extent to which the GPU is the limiting factor. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 82 at 1080p to 53 at 1440p, a 35% decrease. Further scaling to 4K at Low settings results in an average of 28 FPS, which is a 66% decrease from the 1080p baseline. This steep drop-off is characteristic of a GPU that is overwhelmed by the increased pixel count. The 4 GB VRAM is likely a major contributor, as higher resolutions require more memory for textures and frame buffers.

At High settings, the scaling is even more severe. The average FPS is 53 at 1080p, 34 at 1440p, and 18 at 4K. This represents a 66% drop from 1080p to 4K. The trend shows that the RX 570's memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s and its compute power are insufficient to handle the workload at higher resolutions. The performance degradation is not linear, suggesting that the GPU hits a hard limit, likely due to VRAM capacity or memory bandwidth saturation.

This resolution scaling behavior confirms that the CPU is not the bottleneck. If the Ryzen 9 9900X3D were the limiting factor, the FPS would remain relatively consistent across resolutions, as the CPU's workload does not increase significantly with resolution. Instead, the FPS drops dramatically, which is a clear sign of GPU limitation. The data shows that the system is best suited for 1080p gaming, where the GPU can maintain reasonable frame rates. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU's performance collapses, making the experience suboptimal.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combination in Minimum depend on the target frame rate and resolution. For a 60 FPS experience, the only viable option is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves an average of 82 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. If a higher visual quality is desired, 1080p with Medium settings yields an average of 63 FPS, which is still above 60 FPS but with a minimum of 53 FPS, indicating some frame drops may occur.

For a 30 FPS experience, which is often considered the minimum for playable single-player games, the options expand. At 2560x1440, Low settings average 53 FPS, and Medium settings average 40 FPS, both well above 30 FPS. Even High settings at 1440p average 34 FPS, making it a viable option. At 3840x2160, Low settings average 28 FPS, which is slightly below a stable 30 FPS target, but Medium settings at 22 FPS and High settings at 18 FPS are not recommended.

The data suggests that the best balance of visual quality and performance is achieved at 1920x1080 with Medium settings. This provides an average FPS of 63, which is smooth and responsive, while offering a noticeable improvement over Low settings. The minimum FPS of 53 is acceptable, though not ideal. For users prioritizing frame rate above all else, 1080p Low is the clear choice. For those who can tolerate lower frame rates, 1440p Low or Medium offers a sharper image. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as it results in an average FPS of 40 or lower, which can feel sluggish.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is a powerhouse processor that is severely underutilized in this configuration. It features 12 cores and 24 threads based on the Zen 5 architecture, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a substantial 128 MB of L3 cache. This massive cache is designed to improve gaming performance, but its benefits are negated by the GPU bottleneck.

In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU performs exceptionally well. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 47,737, and its single-core score is 6,739. The 3DMark max threads score is 13,795, and the Passmark multi-thread score is 56,154. These scores place it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. However, in Minimum, the CPU's role is minimal. The game is not CPU-intensive, and the RX 570 is unable to generate enough frames to stress the processor.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF, which has an average score of 55,093, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K with 54,053. The Ryzen 9 9900X3D's score of 54,762 puts it in a similar performance tier. This indicates that the CPU has more than enough processing power for any game, including Minimum. The bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU. The benchmark results show that the CPU is waiting for the GPU at all times, and its high core count and clock speeds provide no tangible benefit in this specific scenario. The system's performance is dictated by the RX 570's capabilities, not the CPU's.