Minimum

The Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT pairing delivers a remarkably consistent experience in Minimum, a Third-Person Shooter from 2014. The data shows a configuration capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and solid 60+ FPS performance at 1440p, with 4K remaining a challenge only at the highest settings. The benchmark results reveal a clear hierarchy where the GPU is the primary driver of performance scaling, though the CPU’s six cores and twelve threads prove sufficient to avoid bottlenecks in most scenarios.

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

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process. Its base clock of 2.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide the computational foundation for this system. The CPU’s cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB L3 cache, which helps feed the GPU with game data. The processor has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory over a dual-channel bus, offering a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

In the context of Minimum, the CPU’s performance is more than adequate. The game is not particularly demanding on multi-threaded workloads, and the i5-11400F’s single-thread performance is strong, as evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 868 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2029. The processor’s multi-threaded capabilities are also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a Passmark multithread score of 16908. This translates to a percentile rank of 75 among all CPUs, indicating that it outperforms the majority of processors in the database.

The benchmark results for this combo show that at 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 258.7 FPS. This high frame rate suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor at this resolution. However, the data indicates that the i5-11400F’s performance is closely matched by its nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700U has an average score of 17189, which is essentially identical (0% delta), while the Intel Core i7-1260P and Intel Core Ultra 7 164U score 17212 and 17215, respectively, both showing a -0.2% delta. This means the i5-11400F sits in a competitive performance band, but for Minimum, the CPU’s headroom is sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s output.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is the dominant component in this pairing. It is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using a 7 nm process at TSMC, featuring a large Navi 21 chip with 26,800 million transistors and a die size of 520 mm². The GPU operates with a base clock of 1825 MHz, a game clock of 2015 MHz, and a boost clock of 2250 MHz. It comes equipped with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a substantial memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s. This large VRAM pool is particularly beneficial for high-resolution gaming, as it prevents texture streaming bottlenecks in demanding titles.

The GPU’s compute capabilities are extensive, with 4608 shading units, 288 texture mapping units, and 128 render output units. It also includes 72 ray tracing cores, which, while not heavily utilized in a 2014 title like Minimum, adds future-proofing. The pixel rate of 288.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 648.0 GTexel/s allow for rapid rendering of scenes, which is reflected in the measured frame rates. The RX 6800 XT has a 300 W TDP and requires a 700 W power supply, making it a power-hungry but high-performance part.

In the benchmark data, the GPU’s influence is clear. At 1080p with High settings, the system hits 163.8 FPS, but this number jumps to 258.7 FPS at Low settings. This scaling shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, as reducing settings directly translates to higher frame rates. The GPU’s percentile rank of 87 among all GPUs indicates it is a top-tier performer. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Arc A550M with a 0.5% delta, the NVIDIA RTX A1000 with a -1.7% delta, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER with a 2.6% delta. This places the RX 6800 XT in a strong position, and the data confirms it is well-suited for this game.

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

The measured FPS across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scaling pattern. At 1080p with High settings, the system averages 163.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings, the average drops to 109 FPS, a reduction of approximately 33%. At 4K, the average falls further to 59.5 FPS, which is about 64% lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the resolution increase demands more pixel throughput and memory bandwidth.

The pattern holds across all settings. At Low settings, the system achieves 258.7 FPS at 1080p, 167.4 FPS at 1440p, and 89.5 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 4K is about 65%, consistent with the High setting results. At Medium settings, the numbers are 201 FPS at 1080p, 127.1 FPS at 1440p, and 69.7 FPS at 4K. The Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling, with 128.2 FPS at 1080p, 79.6 FPS at 1440p, and 45.9 FPS at 4K. This consistent scaling pattern across all presets confirms that the RX 6800 XT is the primary bottleneck, as the CPU’s performance remains relatively constant while the GPU’s workload increases with resolution.

The data suggests that for a smooth experience at 4K, users will need to lower settings to Medium or Low to maintain frame rates above 60 FPS. At 1440p, High settings provide a comfortable 109 FPS, indicating a good balance. The scaling also shows that the CPU is not holding back performance, as the frame rate drops are directly proportional to the resolution increase, which is a hallmark of a GPU-limited scenario.

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

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset delivers an excellent 163.8 FPS, which is more than sufficient for a smooth experience. The Ultra preset, while visually superior, still provides a solid 128.2 FPS, making it viable for users with high-refresh-rate monitors. The Low preset at 258.7 FPS is excessive for most displays, but it demonstrates the GPU’s headroom.

At 1440p, the High preset offers a strong 109 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or immersive gaming. The Ultra preset drops to 79.6 FPS, which is still playable but not as fluid. The Medium preset at 127.1 FPS provides a good compromise between visual quality and performance. For 1440p, the High preset is recommended as it balances visual fidelity with a frame rate well above 60 FPS.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The High preset achieves only 59.5 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 69.7 FPS is the best choice for 4K, as it provides a playable frame rate while maintaining decent visual quality. The Ultra preset at 45.9 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the acceptable range for a fast-paced shooter. The Low preset at 89.5 FPS offers the highest frame rate but sacrifices significant visual detail. For 4K, the Medium preset is the optimal balance, ensuring a smooth experience without excessive visual compromise.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT combination ranks 602nd out of 1733 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the upper third of all configurations in the database, indicating a strong overall performance. The rank reflects the system’s ability to handle the game’s workload across various resolutions and settings, with the GPU’s high percentile rank of 87 being the primary contributor to its favorable position.

The combo’s rank reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. While the i5-11400F is not a top-tier processor, its performance is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the RX 6800 XT in this game. The data shows that at 1080p, the system can achieve frame rates well above 200 FPS at lower settings, which is a result of the GPU’s raw power. At higher resolutions, the combo still performs admirably, with 4K High settings hovering near 60 FPS.

When compared to other combinations in the database, this pairing’s rank of 602 suggests that it outperforms roughly 65% of tested configurations. This is a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The results indicate that users with this combo can expect a high level of performance in Minimum, with the ability to play at 1440p with high settings and achieve smooth frame rates. The rank also implies that upgrading the CPU would yield diminishing returns, as the GPU is the primary driver of performance in this title.