Minimum

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a remarkably consistent experience in Minimum, a third-person shooter from 2014. The benchmark data shows this pairing is capable of high frame rates across all tested settings, with the primary challenge emerging only at the highest resolution and graphical presets. This analysis examines the specific roles of the CPU and GPU, how the system scales across resolutions, and where it stands among other tested configurations.

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

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor features a hybrid configuration with an 80 KB L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and a shared 20 MB L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

In the context of Minimum, a title from 2014, the CPU's capabilities are substantial. Benchmark results show a single-thread score of 960 in 3DMark, which is strong for a game that likely relies heavily on single-core performance for game logic. The multi-threaded scores are equally robust: 7,314 in 3DMark's 16-thread test and 22,604 in Cinebench R23 multicore. The processor's percentile ranking of 77 against all CPUs indicates it sits well above the median.

The data suggests that the CPU is rarely the limiting factor in this game. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 229 FPS, which is exceptionally high. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is 117 FPS (229 vs 112), which shows the GPU bears the load of increased graphical fidelity. The CPU's high boost clock and efficient architecture ensure that even at lower resolutions, where CPU overhead can become more apparent, the frame rates remain fluid. The nearest CPU rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, have nearly identical average benchmark scores (25,284 and 25,365 respectively), with delta percentages within 0.3% of the i5-13400F, confirming that this processor is well-matched to its peers for such workloads. The game's age means it does not leverage the full 16 threads, but the high single-core performance ensures no bottleneck manifests in the measured results.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is built on the Ampere architecture with a GA104 chip, fabricated on an 8 nm process by Samsung. It contains 5,888 shading units, 184 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs, along with 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1500 MHz and a boost clock of 1725 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). It is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU's performance metrics are notable, with a pixel rate of 165.6 GPixel/s, a texture rate of 317.4 GTexel/s, and 20.31 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. Its average benchmark score of 17,208 places it at the 61st percentile among all GPUs. In Minimum, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution and settings increase. At 1080p Low, the system produces 229 FPS, which is likely beyond the display's refresh rate for most users. However, moving to 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 39 FPS, indicating the GPU is fully saturated.

The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for this game, as Minimum's texture requirements are modest by modern standards. The memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s proves adequate even at 4K, where the GPU's compute power becomes the limiting factor rather than memory capacity. The RTX 3070's nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (avg score 17,083, delta 0.7%) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (avg score 17,037, delta 1%), show that the 3070 performs slightly above these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks. In game-specific results, the GPU's scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a clear drop-off, with the most significant performance hit occurring between 1440p High and 4K High (95 FPS to 51 FPS, a 46.3% reduction), which points to the GPU being the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

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

The measured frame rates show a predictable decline as resolution increases, but the rate of decline varies significantly by settings preset. At Low settings, the system delivers 229 FPS at 1080p, 148 FPS at 1440p, and 79 FPS at 4K. This represents a 35.4% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 46.6% drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is relatively consistent, indicating the GPU is handling the increased pixel count without hitting a memory or bandwidth wall.

At High settings, the results are 147 FPS at 1080p, 95 FPS at 1440p, and 51 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are steeper: 35.4% from 1080p to 1440p, and 46.3% from 1440p to 4K. This suggests that the higher graphical complexity amplifies the GPU's workload. At Medium settings, the system achieves 175 FPS at 1080p, 113 FPS at 1440p, and 61 FPS at 4K, with drops of 35.4% and 46.0% respectively.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling: 112 FPS at 1080p, 72 FPS at 1440p, and 39 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 35.7%, and from 1440p to 4K is 45.8%. These consistent percentage drops across all settings reveal a clear pattern: the RTX 3070's performance scales almost linearly with pixel count, and the CPU is not imposing a bottleneck even at 1080p Ultra. If the CPU were limiting, we would expect to see smaller FPS differences between resolutions at lower settings, but the data shows the opposite — the gap between 1080p and 4K grows as settings increase, confirming the GPU is the dominant limiting component throughout the resolution range.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1,589 out of 3,712 tested combos in Minimum. This places the pairing in the 57th percentile of all tested configurations, a solid mid-to-upper tier ranking. The rank indicates that while this setup is not at the absolute advanced, it outperforms the majority of systems tested for this game.

The ranking becomes more meaningful when considering the individual component performance. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs is higher than the combo's overall rank, which suggests the GPU holds the combo back slightly in the aggregate ranking. Conversely, the GPU's 61st percentile ranking is lower than the combo's rank, indicating the CPU helps boost the overall position. This dynamic suggests that the i5-13400F is more than capable of feeding the RTX 3070, and the combo's rank is primarily constrained by the GPU's absolute performance level.

In practical terms, the data shows this combo delivers playable frame rates at all tested resolutions except 4K Ultra, where it dips to 39 FPS. The ranking of 1,589 out of 3,712 means there are roughly 2,123 combos that perform worse, but also 1,588 that perform better. Given the game's release date in 2014, many higher-ranked combos likely feature newer, more powerful GPUs. However, for a 1080p or 1440p gaming scenario, this combo's rank is more than sufficient, as the measured FPS at those resolutions remains well above 60 FPS for all settings except 4K Ultra.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset at 1440p offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1440p Medium, the system delivers 113 FPS average with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. This ensures a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Medium settings provide a significant visual upgrade over Low.

For 1080p users, the High preset is the recommended choice, delivering 147 FPS average. This is a 16% reduction from the Low preset's 229 FPS, but the visual fidelity improvement is substantial. The High preset at 1080p also offers headroom for those with 144Hz displays, as the frame rate comfortably exceeds the refresh rate.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 61 FPS average, with a minimum of 52 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The High preset at 4K drops to 51 FPS, while Ultra falls to 39 FPS, which may feel sluggish. For 4K gaming, the Low preset at 79 FPS is the only option that provides a consistently smooth experience, but it sacrifices visual quality. The data suggests that 1440p Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a high frame rate with acceptable visual compromises, while 1080p High is the best choice for those prioritizing image quality without sacrificing performance.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 229, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Is the system capable of 4K gaming in Minimum?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium settings, the combo delivers 61 FPS average, while 4K High yields 51 FPS and 4K Ultra drops to 39 FPS. The Low preset at 4K produces 79 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25,292. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, scores 25,284, a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D both score slightly higher at 25,362 and 25,365 respectively, with a delta of -0.3%.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks at the 61st percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17,208.

Q: At which resolution does the combo rank within the top half of tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 1,589 out of 3,712 total combos, placing it in the 57th percentile overall, which is within the top half of all tested configurations.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 96 FPS, with an average of 113 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

3840x2160 (4K):

• High: 51 FPS average
• Low: 79 FPS average
• Medium: 61 FPS average, 52 FPS minimum, 70 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 39 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• High: 95 FPS average
• Low: 148 FPS average
• Medium: 113 FPS average, 96 FPS minimum, 130 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 72 FPS average

1920x1080 (1080p):

• High: 147 FPS average
• Low: 229 FPS average
• Medium: 175 FPS average, 149 FPS minimum, 201 FPS maximum
• Ultra: 112 FPS average

The data reveals a consistent pattern: each resolution step down from 4K approximately doubles the frame rate at equivalent settings. For instance, at High settings, the progression is 51 FPS (4K) to 95 FPS (1440p) to 147 FPS (1080p). The Medium settings show a similar trend with 61 FPS, 113 FPS, and 175 FPS respectively. The Low settings demonstrate the system's raw capability, reaching 229 FPS at 1080p, which is more than sufficient for any high-refresh-rate display. The Ultra preset, while visually demanding, still maintains playable frame rates at 1080p (112 FPS) and 1440p (72 FPS), but falls below 60 FPS at 4K (39 FPS). This breakdown illustrates that the RTX 3070's performance ceiling is reached at 4K Ultra, while the i5-13400F provides ample headroom at lower resolutions.