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# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB lands at rank 1113 out of 2939 tested combos for Minimum. This places the combination in the 62nd percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms a clear majority of configurations while sitting well below the top tier. The ranking reflects a balanced mid-range pairing rather than an enthusiast-class setup.

The combo's position becomes more meaningful when examining the individual component standings. The CPU holds a 77th percentile ranking among all processors, while the GPU sits at a 29th percentile among all graphics cards. This disparity suggests the system's overall rank is constrained by the graphics card, as the processor is comparatively stronger relative to its peers. The average benchmark scores reinforce this: the CPU's average score of 25292 places it nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284, 0% delta), while the GPU's average score of 4901 sits close to the AMD FirePro W5130M (4904, -0.1% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 (4893, 0.2% delta). The GPU's nearest rivals are all older or lower-tier cards, highlighting that the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB is not positioned at the high end of the performance spectrum.

For a game released in 2014, this ranking is more than adequate. The data shows that the combo delivers playable frame rates at most settings and resolutions, though the GPU's limitations become apparent at higher graphical presets. The measured FPS figures indicate that the system is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K remaining possible but demanding compromises in settings.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with a chip designated GB206. The GPU contains 21,900 million transistors on a 181 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 121.0 million per square millimeter. The card operates with a base clock of 2407 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz for an effective 28 Gbps.

Memory configuration is a defining characteristic of this GPU. The 8 GB GDDR7 memory runs across a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. This bandwidth is sufficient for a 2014-era title like Minimum, which does not demand the massive memory throughput required by modern AAA releases. However, the 8 GB capacity could become a constraint at 4K resolution with high-texture settings, though the measured data suggests the game remains playable.

The GPU's compute specifications include 4608 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units. It features 36 ray tracing cores and 144 tensor cores, delivering 23.70 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 operations. Pixel rate is rated at 123.5 GPixel/s, while texture rate reaches 370.4 GTexel/s. DirectX 12 Ultimate support with feature level 12_2, along with OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4, ensures broad API compatibility.

In Minimum, the GPU's role is central to frame rate scaling. At 1080p Low settings, the card achieves 233 FPS, but this drops to 81 FPS at 4K Low — a reduction of 152 FPS. The trend continues across all settings, with the GPU becoming increasingly the bottleneck as resolution rises. The card's 180 W TDP and dual-slot design with a single 8-pin power connector make it a manageable addition to most systems, though the suggested 450 W PSU should be respected.

# FAQ

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Minimum?*

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F + RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB combination ranks 1113 out of 2939 tested combos, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all systems tested.

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved by this combo at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average FPS of 233, which is the highest measured frame rate across all resolutions and settings.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Minimum?*

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS is 81, while High settings yield 52 FPS and Ultra drops to 40 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K produces 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 71.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS at 25284 (0% delta). It trails the Intel Core 5 120 by 0.3% and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D by 0.3%, while leading the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H by 0.4%.

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

A: The RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB holds a 29th percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 4901.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest minimum frame rate?

A: The Medium preset at 1080p provides a minimum FPS of 151, with an average of 178 and maximum of 205. This is the only preset at any resolution that reports a minimum above 150 FPS.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data covers four resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest results. Low settings produce an average of 233 FPS, Medium achieves 178 FPS with a minimum of 151 and maximum of 205, High reaches 149 FPS, and Ultra drops to 114 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra at 1080p is 119 FPS, indicating significant scaling with graphical fidelity.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. Low settings deliver 150 FPS, Medium averages 115 FPS with a range of 98 to 132, High hits 96 FPS, and Ultra falls to 73 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 77 FPS, narrower than at 1080p, suggesting the GPU is beginning to assert more influence over the results.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become pronounced. Low settings produce 81 FPS, Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 71, High drops to 52 FPS, and Ultra falls to 40 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 41 FPS, the smallest delta across all resolutions, indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint regardless of settings.

The Medium preset is the only one with reported minimum and maximum values, appearing at every resolution. At 1080p, the minimum is 151 FPS; at 1440p, it drops to 98 FPS; at 4K, it reaches 53 FPS. These figures provide a consistent reference point for frame time stability across resolutions.

# Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K reveals the balance between CPU and GPU workload. At Low settings, performance falls from 233 FPS at 1080p to 150 FPS at 1440p and 81 FPS at 4K. This represents a 35.6% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a further 46.0% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The total drop from 1080p to 4K is 152 FPS, or 65.2% of the original value.

High settings show a similar pattern: 149 FPS at 1080p, 96 FPS at 1440p, and 52 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 35.6% and 45.8% respectively, nearly identical to the Low setting scaling. This consistency indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor across all settings, as the relative performance decline tracks resolution changes predictably.

Ultra settings exhibit the steepest decline in absolute terms: 114 FPS at 1080p, 73 FPS at 1440p, and 40 FPS at 4K. The drops are 36.0% and 45.2%, again following a similar trajectory. The Medium preset, with its reported minimums, shows 178 FPS at 1080p, 115 FPS at 1440p, and 62 FPS at 4K, with corresponding drops of 35.4% and 46.1%.

The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that resolution scaling is independent of graphical preset. This behavior points to the GPU as the dominant bottleneck, as the frame rate reduction from 1080p to 4K remains proportionally similar whether the game runs at Low or Ultra. The CPU, which would typically cause larger percentage drops at lower resolutions, does not appear to be limiting performance, as the frame rates at 1080p are high enough to suggest headroom remains.

# Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Medium delivers 178 FPS average with a minimum of 151 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay well above typical display refresh rates. The jump to High reduces the average to 149 FPS but adds visual fidelity, though the 29 FPS difference may not justify the graphical improvements for competitive play.

At 1440p, Medium again proves optimal, averaging 115 FPS with a minimum of 98 FPS. This keeps frame rates above the 90 FPS threshold commonly associated with responsive gameplay. High settings at 1440p drop to 96 FPS, which remains playable but leaves less margin for demanding scenes. Ultra at 1440p falls to 73 FPS, which may introduce noticeable stutter on high-refresh displays.

For 4K gaming, the choice becomes more constrained. Low settings at 4K achieve 81 FPS, which is the only preset that clears the 60 FPS mark comfortably. Medium at 4K produces 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS, meaning occasional dips below 60 FPS are possible. High at 4K drops to 52 FPS, while Ultra falls to 40 FPS, both of which are below the 60 FPS target for smooth play.

The data suggests that for the best experience, users should select Medium at 1080p or 1440p, prioritizing frame rate stability over marginal visual improvements. At 4K, Low settings are recommended for maintaining playable performance, with Medium as an option for those willing to accept occasional frame rate dips.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 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 CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Benchmark results show the CPU's strengths in multithreaded workloads. Cinebench R23 multicore scores 22604, while the single-core score is 3191. Geekbench multicore reaches 11068 with a single-core score of 1996. Passmark multithread scores 25032, with single-thread at 3634. The 3DMark tests demonstrate scaling from 1880 (2 threads) to 7307 (max threads), indicating good thread utilization.

In Minimum, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU. The high frame rates at 1080p — 233 FPS at Low settings — suggest the processor is more than capable of feeding the graphics card. The consistent percentage drops in frame rate from 1080p to 4K across all settings confirm that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU's performance headroom does not create a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 77 among all processors places it comfortably above average, and its nearest rivals show near-identical performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS matches the i5-13400F's average score exactly, while the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D trail by 0.3%. This parity suggests the CPU provides consistent, predictable performance that pairs well with mid-range GPUs like the RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB.

The 65 W TDP and dual-channel memory support make this a practical choice for mainstream systems. The CPU's 20 MB of shared L3 cache provides ample capacity for game data, and the 10-core configuration with 16 threads ensures smooth multitasking alongside gaming. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz delivers responsive single-thread performance when needed, though the measured frame rates indicate that the game's demands are met without pushing the CPU to its limits.