Minimum

Minimum is a 2014 third-person shooter whose benchmark results, measured with an Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, reveal a config that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The data set provides a clear picture of where the CPU and GPU each exert influence, and how the pairing ranks against 3,711 other tested combinations. This analysis walks through the measured FPS numbers, component roles, and practical settings guidance based strictly on the provided facts.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a steep and consistent drop as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, which is the expected pattern when pixel count drives rendering load. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 151 FPS, while the same settings at 2560x1440 yield 97 FPS, and at 3840x2160 the average falls to 52 FPS. That progression represents a roughly 36% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 46% reduction from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the GPU becomes the primary limiter as resolution climbs.

Looking at Low settings, the trend is even more pronounced. The 1920x1080 Low preset reaches 234 FPS, which drops to 151 FPS at 2560x1440 and then to 81 FPS at 3840x2160. The 4K Low result is still nearly 35% higher than 4K High, which shows that lowering settings can partially offset the resolution penalty, but the sheer pixel workload at 4K keeps the frame rate well below the 1440p figures. The gap between 1080p Low and 1440p Low is 83 FPS, while the gap between 1440p Low and 4K Low is 70 FPS, so the scaling is not linear but remains substantial at every step.

Ultra settings amplify the resolution impact. At 1920x1080 Ultra, the average is 115 FPS, dropping to 74 FPS at 2560x1440 and 40 FPS at 3840x2160. The 4K Ultra result is only about 35% of the 1080p Ultra figure, which strongly suggests that the RX 7700 XT is saturated by the combination of high detail and 4K pixel count. Medium settings follow the same pattern, with 179 FPS at 1080p, 116 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K, where the minimum recorded frame rate is 53 FPS and the maximum is 72 FPS.

The data indicates that the limiting component shifts based on resolution. At 1080p and 1440p, the frame rates are high enough that the CPU can keep up, but the consistent drop across all settings at 4K points to the GPU being the bottleneck. For a game from 2014, the RX 7700 XT still manages playable 4K at Medium (62 FPS) and High (52 FPS), but the 40 FPS at Ultra suggests that 4K Ultra is beyond comfortable territory for this pairing.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its benchmark scores show strong multi-threaded capability, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,391 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 12,137, while single-thread performance is solid at 3,302 in Cinebench R23 and 2,157 in Geekbench. These figures place the CPU in the 79th percentile among all tested CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 27,799 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i9-10900K, which scores 27,872 (a delta of -0.3%).

For a game like Minimum, which launched in 2014, the CPU demands are likely modest by modern standards, but the measured FPS data suggests the i5-12600KF is not holding back the GPU at lower resolutions. At 1920x1080 Low, the combo reaches 234 FPS, which is far above typical display refresh rates, indicating that the CPU can feed the GPU enough frames to avoid a CPU-side cap. Even at 1080p Ultra with 115 FPS, the processor has headroom, as the drop to 4K Ultra (40 FPS) is much larger than the difference between 1080p and 1440p at the same settings.

The CPU's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample bandwidth for a title from this era, and the 10-core/16-thread configuration is more than sufficient for Minimum's likely threading model. The nearest rival comparison underscores the CPU's position: it trades blows with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (delta -0.3%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE (delta +0.3%), which means the i5-12600KF is a mid-to-high-tier processor that will not be the weak link in most gaming scenarios.

Where the CPU role becomes less clear is at 4K. The fact that 4K Low (81 FPS) is significantly lower than 1440p Low (151 FPS) suggests that even with minimal settings, the GPU is struggling to fill the pixel count, and the CPU is waiting on the GPU rather than the reverse. The data does not show any resolution where the i5-12600KF appears to cap performance, as the FPS scales smoothly with GPU load, confirming that the processor is a capable partner for the RX 7700 XT in this game.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth, and its boost clock reaches 2544 MHz with a game clock of 2171 MHz. The GPU's 3,456 shading units and 96 ROPs provide a raw compute capability of 35.17 TFLOPS, and its benchmark scores reflect a solid mid-range performer, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3,316 and a Passmark G3D score of 22,547.

The GPU's percentile ranking is 67 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22,549, placing it close to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (22,729, delta -0.8%) and the RTX 2080 (22,895, delta -1.5%). This context suggests the RX 7700 XT is a strong 1440p card that can handle 4K at reduced settings, which aligns with the measured FPS data.

At 1920x1080, the GPU has headroom to spare, as even Ultra settings produce 115 FPS, and Low reaches 234 FPS. The 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for a 2014 title at these resolutions, and the high memory bandwidth ensures no texture streaming bottlenecks. At 2560x1440, the GPU still delivers smooth results, with Medium at 116 FPS and High at 97 FPS, while Ultra drops to 74 FPS, which is still playable for most users.

The 4K results tell a clearer story about the GPU's limits. At 4K Medium, the average is 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS, which is borderline playable, but 4K High falls to 52 FPS and 4K Ultra to 40 FPS. The difference between 4K Low (81 FPS) and 4K High (52 FPS) is 29 FPS, showing that the GPU is heavily taxed by both resolution and detail level. The 4K Ultra result of 40 FPS suggests that the RX 7700 XT cannot sustain high detail at 4K in this game, and users would need to drop to Medium or Low for a smoother experience.

The GPU's RDNA 3.0 architecture and 5 nm process give it efficiency advantages, but the measured numbers show that Minimum's engine, even from 2014, can push the RX 7700 XT to its limits at 4K. The 12 GB VRAM is never a constraint in this data, as even 4K Ultra does not show a sudden collapse that would indicate memory exhaustion, but the raw rasterization throughput is the limiting factor.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT ranks 1,392 out of 3,712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the top 37.5% of all configurations. This rank reflects a balanced setup that is neither at the top tier nor in the lower half, and it aligns with the component percentiles: the CPU is in the 79th percentile while the GPU is in the 67th percentile, so the combo's rank is dragged down slightly by the GPU's more mid-range position.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing sits in a crowded middle-upper band. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i9-10900K (avg score 27,872) and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (27,896), are nearly identical in processing power, so the combo's rank is likely determined by the GPU's performance relative to other cards at similar price points. The RX 7700 XT's rivals include the RTX 4060 Mobile (22,435) and RTX 2080 (22,895), which means the combo would perform similarly with those GPUs, and the 1,392 rank reflects that competitive positioning.

The rank of 1,392 out of 3,712 means there are 2,320 combos that rank below this one, which is a solid majority. This suggests that for Minimum, the i5-12600KF + RX 7700 XT is a well-above-average configuration, capable of high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, with playable 4K at Medium. The rank also indicates that the combo is not held back by any severe bottleneck, as the CPU and GPU are well matched for this title's demands.

It is notably the combo rank is game-specific, and Minimum's older engine may favor CPU-heavy setups, but the measured data shows the GPU is the limiting factor at high resolutions. The 1,392 rank is a reasonable outcome for a mid-range GPU paired with a strong CPU, and it outperforms the majority of tested combos, which often include weaker GPUs or CPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete matrix of resolutions and settings, with averages for all configurations and minimum/maximum values for Medium settings. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low averages 234 FPS, Medium averages 179 FPS with a minimum of 153 and maximum of 206, High averages 151 FPS, and Ultra averages 115 FPS. These numbers show that at 1080p, the combo can easily drive high-refresh displays, with even Ultra staying above 100 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the averages drop but remain strong: Low hits 151 FPS, Medium averages 116 FPS with a range of 98 to 133, High averages 97 FPS, and Ultra averages 74 FPS. The 1440p results indicate that the RX 7700 XT is well-suited for this resolution, as High and Ultra both provide smooth gameplay, and Medium offers a high refresh rate.

At 3840x2160, the averages fall to more modest levels: Low averages 81 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 72, High averages 52 FPS, and Ultra averages 40 FPS. The 4K Medium result is the only one with a full range recorded, showing a 19 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, which indicates some frame time variance but no severe stuttering. The 4K Low result of 81 FPS is the only 4K setting that exceeds 60 FPS, making it the most viable option for 4K gameplay.

The data shows a clear hierarchy: 1080p Low is the fastest configuration at 234 FPS, while 4K Ultra is the slowest at 40 FPS. The Medium settings at each resolution provide the most complete data, with 1080p Medium at 179 FPS (153-206), 1440p Medium at 116 FPS (98-133), and 4K Medium at 62 FPS (53-72). These Medium results offer a good balance of performance and visual quality, and the min/max ranges are tight enough to suggest consistent frame pacing.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, the Ultra preset at 115 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides the highest visual quality while still staying above 100 FPS, which is ideal for 144Hz monitors. If a higher frame rate is preferred, Medium at 179 FPS or High at 151 FPS are both excellent options, but Ultra offers the best visual fidelity without dropping below playable thresholds.

For 1440p displays, the High preset at 97 FPS is the sweet spot, as it delivers near-100 FPS with solid detail levels. The Ultra preset at 74 FPS is also viable for 60Hz monitors, but High provides a smoother experience on 120Hz or 144Hz displays. The Medium preset at 116 FPS is the best choice for high-refresh 1440p gaming, as it exceeds 100 FPS while maintaining acceptable visuals.

For 4K displays, the Low preset at 81 FPS is the only setting that consistently stays above 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 62 FPS is also playable, with a minimum of 53 FPS, but it will dip below 60 FPS at times, which may be noticeable on 60Hz displays. The High preset at 52 FPS and Ultra at 40 FPS are not recommended for 4K, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel sluggish in a fast-paced third-person shooter.

The data suggests that Medium is the most balanced preset across all resolutions, as it offers the only complete min/max data and provides a consistent experience. At 1080p, Medium hits 179 FPS; at 1440p, it hits 116 FPS; and at 4K, it hits 62 FPS. For users who want a single settings profile across multiple resolutions, Medium is the safest choice, but for those targeting a specific resolution, the recommendations above provide the best balance of performance and quality.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo in Minimum?

A: The highest average FPS is 234, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 179 FPS at 1080p Medium, followed by 151 FPS at 1080p High and 151 FPS at 1440p Low.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Minimum?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Low, the average is 81 FPS; at 4K Medium, it is 62 FPS with a minimum of 53; at 4K High, it is 52 FPS; and at 4K Ultra, it is 40 FPS. Only Low and Medium settings stay above or near 60 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27,799, which is 0.3% lower than the Intel Core i9-10900K (27,872) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (27,896), but 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE (27,712).

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT has an average benchmark score of 22,549, which is 0.5% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (22,435) and 1.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (22,170), but 0.8% lower than the RTX 4060 Mobile (22,729) and 1.5% lower than the RTX 2080 (22,895).

Q: Which settings preset provides the most consistent frame rates?

A: The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values, showing a range of 153-206 at 1080p, 98-133 at 1440p, and 53-72 at 4K. This suggests Medium offers the most predictable frame pacing across all resolutions.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT ranks 1,392 out of 3,712 tested combos in Minimum, placing it in the top 37.5% of all configurations tested.