Minimum

# Minimum: Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Analysis

This combination pairs a 10-core, 16-thread Intel Core i5-13400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, a 16 GB GDDR7 GPU built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The benchmark data for Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter, shows a system that delivers playable frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical demands change.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 10 physical cores and 16 threads are arranged across the Raptor Lake-S architecture, with the CPU built on a 10 nm process. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, though the benchmark results do not specify which memory type was used.

In CPU-centric benchmarks, this chip demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21279 and the Geekbench multicore score of 10971 both indicate robust performance for a mid-range desktop processor. Single-thread performance is also respectable, with a 3DMark single-thread score of 960 and a Cinebench R23 single-core result of 3004. The PassMark multithread score of 25032 places this CPU in the 82nd percentile among all tested processors.

The nearest rivals in aggregate benchmark score show how tightly grouped this segment is. The Intel Core i7-13620H scores 25201, just 0.1% behind the i5-13400F's average of 25236. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D is 0.5% ahead at 25365, while the AMD EPYC 9474F and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 trail by 0.5% each. This clustering suggests that for Minimum, the CPU is unlikely to be a bottleneck, as its multi-threaded performance is competitive with these alternatives.

The game's release in 2014 predates many modern multi-threading optimizations, but the 10-core/16-thread configuration still provides ample headroom. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 337.8 FPS average, indicating that the CPU can feed the GPU effectively even at high frame rates. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314, nearly identical to the max-thread score of 7307, suggests the extra threads beyond 16 contribute little, but the existing thread count is more than sufficient for this title.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using a 5 nm process at TSMC. The GB203 chip contains 45,600 million transistors on a 378 mm² die. The GPU has 8960 shading units, 280 texture mapping units, and 96 raster output units. Its 70 RT cores and 280 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI workloads, though Minimum from 2014 does not utilize these features.

Memory configuration is substantial: 16 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz, translating to 28 Gbps effective. This large memory pool and high bandwidth ensure that texture streaming and frame buffering are not limiting factors at any tested resolution, including 3840x2160.

The GPU's base clock is 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2452 MHz. Pixel rate is 235.4 GPixel/s and texture rate is 686.6 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 43.94 TFLOPS. These specifications support the measured frame rates, which show the GPU scaling effectively across resolution changes.

In GPU benchmarks, the RTX 5070 Ti scores 32974 in PassMark G3D and 231226 in Geekbench OpenCL. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6604 and PassMark GPU Compute score of 20203 further characterize its compute capabilities. The average benchmark score of 52086 places it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, scores 52085 with a 0% delta, meaning these two cards are statistically identical in aggregate performance. The AMD Radeon RX 7700S is 0.8% ahead, while the NVIDIA RTX A1000 trails by 2.5% and the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% behind.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is particularly relevant for 4K gaming, where memory demands are highest. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the system maintains 57.6 FPS, suggesting the GPU is fully utilized. The 300 W TDP and suggested 700 W PSU indicate this is a power-hungry component, but the benchmark data shows it delivers consistent performance across all settings.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 142nd out of 1733 tested combos in Minimum. This places it in the top 8.2% of all configurations tested for this game. The high ranking reflects the balance between the capable CPU and the strong GPU, which together handle the game's requirements efficiently.

The rank of 142 out of 1733 means there are 141 combinations that perform better, likely featuring higher-end CPUs paired with the same or more powerful GPUs. However, the substantial number of tested combos (1733) provides context: this system outperforms the vast majority of configurations. The data indicates that the i5-13400F does not hold back the RTX 5070 Ti to any significant degree, as frame rates at lower resolutions remain high.

At 1920x1080 Low, the system achieves 337.8 FPS, which is likely near the game's engine limits given its 2014 vintage. Even at 2560x1440 Ultra, the 108.6 FPS average is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The rank suggests that this combo hits a sweet spot where neither component is severely bottlenecked, though at 4K Ultra the GPU becomes the primary performance limiter.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 337.8 FPS, while Medium reaches 263.2 FPS. High settings yield 217.1 FPS, and Ultra settings still maintain 169.5 FPS. These figures show that even at the most demanding 1080p preset, the system operates far above typical display refresh rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings average 220.8 FPS, Medium achieves 170 FPS, and High reaches 140.5 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 108.6 FPS, still comfortably above 100 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable reduction in frame rates, with the Ultra preset losing approximately 36% of its 1080p performance.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's workload increases significantly. Low settings still average 120 FPS, providing a smooth 4K experience. Medium settings drop to 88 FPS, while High achieves 77.9 FPS. Ultra settings fall to 57.6 FPS, which is playable but below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider ideal. The step from High to Ultra at 4K costs 20.3 FPS, a 26% reduction, indicating that the Ultra preset's additional effects are demanding.

The settings progression at each resolution follows a consistent pattern: Low to Medium yields roughly a 25-30% performance hit, Medium to High another 15-20%, and High to Ultra a further 20-25%. This consistent scaling suggests the game's settings have proportional GPU demands.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Minimum?*

A: At 2560x1440, all settings remain above 100 FPS, with Ultra at 108.6 FPS. This resolution offers the best balance of visual quality and frame rate headroom.

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

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 Low settings the average is 120 FPS, High achieves 77.9 FPS, and even Ultra maintains 57.6 FPS. All are playable, though Ultra dips slightly below 60 FPS.

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

A: The i5-13400F's average benchmark score of 25236 is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13620H (25201), 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365), and 0.5% ahead of both the AMD EPYC 9474F (25103) and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (25099).

Q: Is the RTX 5070 Ti significantly faster than its closest competitor?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti scores 52086 on average, which is essentially tied with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 at 52085 (0% delta). The AMD Radeon RX 7700S is 0.8% faster, while the NVIDIA RTX A1000 is 2.5% slower.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 217.1 FPS, which is well above any 1080p display's refresh rate, making this setting ideal for high-refresh monitors.

Q: Does the system bottleneck at any tested configuration?

A: The data shows smooth scaling across resolutions and settings, with the largest performance drop occurring from 1440p Ultra (108.6 FPS) to 4K Ultra (57.6 FPS), indicating the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting 60 FPS as a minimum, the 3840x2160 Ultra preset at 57.6 FPS is marginal, so High settings at 77.9 FPS provide a safer margin. At 2560x1440, Ultra at 108.6 FPS offers the best visual experience without sacrificing frame rate. For 1920x1080, even Ultra at 169.5 FPS is far above any display's refresh rate, making the highest preset the obvious choice.

The data suggests that the High preset strikes the optimal balance across all resolutions. At 4K, it delivers 77.9 FPS, a 35% improvement over Ultra while likely maintaining most visual fidelity. At 1440p, High produces 140.5 FPS, and at 1080p it reaches 217.1 FPS. Medium settings offer a less compelling case, as the frame rate gains over High are modest (12.9% at 4K, 21% at 1440p, 21.2% at 1080p) but the visual trade-off is likely larger.

For players with 144 Hz monitors at 1440p, the Ultra preset's 108.6 FPS will not fully utilize the display, but High at 140.5 FPS comes close. At 1080p, any setting above Low will exceed 169 FPS, so the choice comes down to visual preference rather than performance necessity. The Low preset at 4K (120 FPS) is the only configuration that exceeds 120 FPS at that resolution, but the visual compromise may not be worthwhile given that High maintains 77.9 FPS.