Minimum

The Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers a robust experience in Minimum, a third-person shooter that clearly favors high frame rates. The benchmark data shows this combination is capable of excellent performance across all tested settings, with the only compromise appearing at the highest resolution with maximum settings.

Settings Recommendations

For players prioritizing a smooth, competitive experience, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers an excellent balance. It produces an average of 161 FPS, with a minimum of 137 FPS, ensuring the frame rate stays comfortably above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on modern monitors. The frame pacing is consistent, as indicated by the 137 FPS minimum, making this the best choice for those who want high responsiveness without a significant visual downgrade.

If you are targeting 1920x1080, the High preset is the sweet spot. It achieves an average of 210 FPS, with the same visual quality that makes the game look polished. Pushing to Ultra at 1080p yields 160 FPS, but the visual difference between High and Ultra is often marginal, while the performance cost is substantial. The data shows that High at 1080p is the most efficient way to get high refresh rate performance.

At 4K (3840x2160), High settings are the recommended choice. The average of 73 FPS is perfectly playable for a third-person shooter, and the frame rate remains stable enough for an immersive experience. Ultra at 4K, however, drops to 56 FPS, which is a significant step down and may feel less responsive. The data shows that while the RTX 4070 Ti can handle 4K, its strengths are best utilized at 2K and below.

The Ultra preset is only viable if you have a 120 Hz or higher display and are playing at 1080p, where it maintains 160 FPS. At 1440p, Ultra’s 103 FPS is acceptable, but the Medium preset is more consistent and better suited for competitive play. The performance gap between Medium and Ultra at all resolutions suggests that this game’s Ultra settings are unlikely to be a priority for most players.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 326 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Does the game scale well with resolution?

A: Yes, the data shows a clear progression. At 1080p High, the average is 210 FPS, which drops to 135 FPS at 1440p, and further to 73 FPS at 4K. This indicates a strong GPU dependency.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this configuration?

A: The only minimum FPS data provided is for Medium settings: 212 FPS at 1080p, 137 FPS at 1440p, and 74 FPS at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance in this game?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600K with 14 cores and 20 threads, a base clock of 3.50 GHz and boost up to 5.30 GHz, is a high-end processor. The benchmark results indicate it is not a bottleneck at any settings, as the frame rates are consistently high.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combo for a 144Hz monitor?

A: For a 144Hz monitor, the 2560x1440 Medium preset is ideal, offering 161 FPS average. At 1080p, the High preset at 210 FPS is also sufficient for high refresh rate displays.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, the RTX 4070 Ti can handle 4K with High settings at 73 FPS, but for a consistent 60+ FPS experience, the High preset is the limit. Ultra at 4K drops to 56 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth play.

Resolution Scaling

The measured data shows a clear scaling pattern. At 2560x1440, each setting presents a frame rate that is higher than its 4K counterpart. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial. For instance, the High preset goes from 210 FPS at 1080p to 135 FPS at 1440p and then to 73 FPS at 4K. This is a 65% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 46% reduction from 1440p to 4K.

This scaling suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The RTX 4070 Ti is a powerful card, but the increasing pixel count demands more from its GPU. The CPU, with its high boost clock of 5.30 GHz, is capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high (over 200 FPS), indicating that the CPU is not a bottleneck.

The drop from 1080p to 1440p is mostly expected, but the further drop to 4K is more pronounced. This pattern is typical for a GPU-bound game. The RTX 4070 Ti has a theoretical peak performance of 40.09 TFLOPS, but it still cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K with high settings. The 4K High preset at 73 FPS is notable, but the 4K Medium only reaches 87 FPS, and 4K Low tops out at 113 FPS. This suggests that the GPU is the main component determining frame rates at high resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 511 out of 3712 tested combos in this game. This puts it in the top 13.8% of all tested systems. This is an impressive ranking, making it a powerful setup for playing Minimum.

The CPU is ranked in the 90th percentile when compared to all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 84th percentile. The combo rank of 511 is a strong indicator that this pairing is well-suited for the game. The high CPU and GPU scores reflect a balanced system with no significant bottleneck.

The nearest rivals for the CPU are the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H, AMD EPYC 4345P, and Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX. The i5-14600K is 0.2% behind the Xeon Gold in average benchmark score, but it is 0.3% ahead of the EPYC 4345P. This shows that the CPU is a strong contender.

For the GPU, the RTX 4070 Ti is compared to the RTX 5090 Mobile, Radeon Pro 5500 XT, and RTX A6000. It is 0.8% behind the RTX 5090 Mobile and 1.3% behind the Radeon Pro 5500 XT. It is 1.6% ahead of the RTX A6000. These differences are minimal, indicating that the GPU performance is on par with many high-end cards.

The high rank of the combo is a direct result of the synergy between the CPU and GPU. The CPU’s high single-thread performance (geekbench single-core score of 2491) ensures that the GPU is not starved of data, and the GPU’s raw power (fp32 of 40.09 TFLOPS) ensures that the game is rendered efficiently.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600K is a 14-core, 20-thread processor with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. It has 24 MB of L3 cache. In this game, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with data, and it does an excellent job.

The benchmark results show this CPU is a high performer. In Cinebench R23, it scores 24,491 points in multi-core and 2,064 points in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 16,673 in multi-core and 2,491 in single-core. The single-core performance is especially important for gaming, and these results indicate that the CPU can handle the demands of Minimum.

The game “Minimum” is a third-person shooter that likely benefits from high single-core clock speeds. The 5.3 GHz boost clock is the highest among its rivals, which helps in maintaining high frame rates at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the frame rates are 210 FPS on High, which is a strong indicator that the CPU is not limiting.

The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads are more than enough for modern games, and the high L3 cache helps with heavy memory workloads. The processor is also unlocked, allowing for overclocking, but the stock performance is already strong for this game. With an architecture of Raptor Lake and a 10nm process, it is a well-rounded choice for a gaming rig.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section details the exact average FPS figures for each resolution and settings preset.

1920x1080

• Low: 326 FPS
• Medium: 250 FPS (min 212, max 287)
• High: 210 FPS
• Ultra: 160 FPS

2560x1440

• Low: 211 FPS
• Medium: 161 FPS (min 137, max 185)
• High: 135 FPS
• Ultra: 103 FPS

3840x2160

• Low: 113 FPS
• Medium: 87 FPS (min 74, max 100)
• High: 73 FPS
• Ultra: 56 FPS

The data shows a consistent pattern: every resolution has lower FPS. At 1080p, the Low preset is 326 FPS, but at 4K, it drops to 113 FPS, a 65% reduction. The Medium preset shows a more moderate drop, from 250 FPS to 87 FPS, a 65% reduction as well. The High preset drops from 210 FPS to 73 FPS, a 65% reduction. The Ultra preset goes from 160 FPS to 56 FPS, a 65% reduction. This uniform scaling suggests that the GPU is the limiting component.

The minimum FPS values are only listed for the Medium preset. At 1080p, the minimum is 212 FPS, meaning the frame rate never drops below 212 FPS. At 1440p, the minimum is 137 FPS, and at 4K, it is 74 FPS. These minimums are all playable, but the 4K minimum of 74 FPS may be noticeable for some players.

The maximum FPS, where listed, show the headroom. At 1080p Medium, the max is 287 FPS, while at 4K it is 100 FPS. This demonstrates the GPU is scaling well with resolution.

Overall, this configuration offers a wide range of performance options. For a 1080p gamer, you can enjoy over 200 FPS on most settings. For a 1440p gamer, the Medium preset is ideal. For a 4K gamer, the High preset is the best choice to stay above 60 FPS. The data shows this is a very capable combination for this game.