Minimum

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER achieves a rank of 449 out of 3,712 tested combos in Minimum. This places the pairing in the top 12.1% of all configurations tested for this game. The rank reflects a balanced system where neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other, but the data shows the GPU is doing the heavy lifting at higher resolutions.

Benchmark results indicate the combo sits comfortably above the median tested configuration, which is expected given the hardware's specifications. The CPU's percentileVsAllCpus of 90 means it outperforms 90% of all CPUs in the database, while the GPU's percentileVsAllGpus of 76 places it ahead of 76% of all GPUs. The combination of a top-decile processor and a top-quartile graphics card produces a system that ranks in the 88th percentile of tested Minimum combos.

When compared to other pairings in the database, this combo's rank suggests it delivers high frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions. The data shows no configuration in the measured set drops below 56 FPS average, which is a strong indicator of consistent playability. The rank of 449 becomes more impressive when considering that many combos above it likely use higher-tier GPUs, yet this pairing still delivers 4K Ultra at 56 FPS average.

# GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER brings 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 672.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's base clock runs at 2340 MHz with a boost clock of 2610 MHz, while memory operates at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). These specifications are directly relevant to Minimum's performance, particularly at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth and capacity become critical.

The GPU's 8448 shading units, 264 TMUs, and 96 ROPs process the game's geometry and effects. With 66 RT cores and 264 tensor cores, the card has dedicated hardware for ray tracing and DLSS, though the measured FPS data does not indicate whether these features are enabled. The 44.10 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power provides ample raw throughput for a 2014 third-person shooter.

At 4K resolution, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The measured FPS at 4K High is 73 FPS average, while 4K Ultra drops to 56 FPS average. This 23% performance hit from High to Ultra settings indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. The 16 GB VRAM capacity is more than sufficient for Minimum, as the game's texture requirements are modest by modern standards. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s ensures that texture streaming and high-resolution rendering do not cause stutters.

The GPU's benchmark scores reinforce its position. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,569 and Passmark G3D score of 31,811 place it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M5000, scores 31,206, which is only 0.4% higher—a negligible difference. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's compute capability is demonstrated by its Passmark GPU Compute score of 18,372.

# Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals clear scaling patterns as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 329 at 1080p to 212 at 1440p, then to 114 at 4K. This represents a 35.6% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 46.2% drop from 1440p to 4K. The steep decline indicates the GPU becomes increasingly stressed as pixel count rises.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but with lower absolute numbers: 211 FPS at 1080p, 136 FPS at 1440p, and 73 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 35.5% and 46.3%, respectively. This consistent pattern across settings suggests the limiting component remains the same regardless of quality preset.

Medium settings show the same trend with 252 FPS at 1080p, 162 FPS at 1440p, and 87 FPS at 4K. The 1440p to 4K drop of 46.3% mirrors the other settings. Ultra settings produce 161 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 56 FPS at 4K—a 35.4% drop then a 46.2% drop.

The resolution scaling analysis indicates the GPU is the primary limiter at 4K, but the CPU still holds up well at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the 329 FPS average suggests the CPU can feed frames faster than this, though the exact CPU ceiling is not captured in the measured data. The consistent ~35% drop from 1080p to 1440p, followed by a ~46% drop from 1440p to 4K, is typical of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

# Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1080p, all settings deliver playable frame rates, but Low at 329 FPS and Medium at 252 FPS offer headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors. Ultra at 161 FPS is still excellent, so the choice depends on whether visual fidelity or maximum frame rate is preferred.

At 1440p, the data shows Medium at 162 FPS and High at 136 FPS are both excellent choices. Ultra at 104 FPS remains smooth, but the 32 FPS gap between High and Ultra (a 23.5% reduction) may not justify the visual improvements for competitive play. Low at 212 FPS is available for those seeking maximum responsiveness.

At 4K, the recommendations shift. Ultra at 56 FPS is playable but approaches the threshold where frame pacing becomes noticeable. High at 73 FPS provides a better balance, offering a 30.4% improvement over Ultra. Medium at 87 FPS is the sweet spot for 4K, delivering a 55.4% advantage over Ultra while maintaining high visual quality. Low at 114 FPS is ideal for those prioritizing smoothness over fidelity.

For the best overall experience per the measured rows, Medium settings at 4K provide 87 FPS average with a minimum of 74 FPS and maximum of 101 FPS. At 1440p, Medium delivers 162 FPS with a range of 138 to 187 FPS. At 1080p, Medium achieves 252 FPS with a range of 214 to 290 FPS. The Medium preset consistently offers the best balance of visual quality and performance across all resolutions.

# Measured FPS Breakdown

1080p Resolution:

At Low settings, the combo achieves 329 FPS average. Medium settings produce 252 FPS average, with a minimum of 214 FPS and maximum of 290 FPS. High settings deliver 211 FPS average. Ultra settings yield 161 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 51.1% reduction in frame rate, from 329 FPS to 161 FPS.

1440p Resolution:

Low settings at 1440p deliver 212 FPS average. Medium settings achieve 162 FPS average, with a range of 138 to 187 FPS. High settings produce 136 FPS average. Ultra settings drop to 104 FPS average. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 50.9%, closely mirroring the 1080p pattern.

4K Resolution:

At 4K, Low settings yield 114 FPS average. Medium settings achieve 87 FPS average, with a minimum of 74 FPS and maximum of 101 FPS. High settings deliver 73 FPS average. Ultra settings produce 56 FPS average. The Low-to-Ultra reduction is 50.9%, consistent with the other resolutions.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each settings tier costs roughly 20-25% of frame rate compared to the tier below it. From Low to Medium, the drop is 23.4% at 1080p, 23.6% at 1440p, and 23.7% at 4K. From Medium to High, the drop is 16.3% at 1080p, 16.0% at 1440p, and 16.1% at 4K. From High to Ultra, the drop is 23.7% at 1080p, 23.5% at 1440p, and 23.3% at 4K. This consistency indicates stable scaling behavior across the settings hierarchy.

# FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Minimum at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes. The measured data shows 4K High delivers 73 FPS average, 4K Medium provides 87 FPS average, and 4K Ultra achieves 56 FPS average. All settings are technically playable, though Ultra at 56 FPS is the minimum recommended threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Medium settings at 1440p deliver 162 FPS average with a minimum of 138 FPS and maximum of 187 FPS. This provides a strong balance, but High at 136 FPS is also excellent if visual quality is prioritized.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in GPU benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 31,087 is 0.4% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M5000's 31,206 and 0.4% lower than the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q's 31,220. It trails the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell by 1.4% and the NVIDIA TITAN RTX by 1.9%.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at 1080p. The 329 FPS average at Low settings indicates the system can push very high frame rates, and the CPU's 14 cores and 14 threads with a 5.10 GHz boost clock provide ample processing power for Minimum.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 4K Ultra settings?

A: The measured data shows 4K Ultra delivers 56 FPS average. While this is above the 30 FPS console standard, it is the lowest of all measured configurations and may not suit players who prefer higher frame rates.

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

A: It ranks 449th out of 3,712 tested combos, placing it in the top 12.1% of all configurations. This rank reflects strong performance across all resolutions and settings.

# CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 features 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This Arrow Lake-S architecture processor, built on TSMC's 3 nm process node, includes 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The CPU's cache hierarchy consists of 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

These specifications directly influence Minimum's performance at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 329 FPS average, which indicates the CPU can feed frames quickly enough to keep the GPU saturated. The single-thread performance is particularly relevant for a third-person shooter, and the CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,648 demonstrates strong single-thread capability.

The CPU's multi-core performance is less critical for Minimum, but the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,924 shows the processor can handle background tasks without impacting game performance. The Passmark multithread score of 38,706 and single-thread score of 4,394 further confirm the CPU's balanced performance profile.

In terms of memory, the CPU supports DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory support is included, which adds stability but is not required for gaming. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 CPU lanes provides ample bandwidth for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's PCIe 4.0 x16 connection.

The CPU's benchmark percentile of 90 places it ahead of 90% of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, scores 49,196, which is only 0.4% higher than the Intel's average benchmark score of 48,995. The Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48,618, which is 0.8% lower. This tight grouping indicates the Ultra 5 245 performs competitively with other mid-range and upper-mid-range processors.

At 4K resolution, the CPU's role diminishes as the GPU becomes the primary limiter. The consistent ~46% frame rate drop from 1440p to 4K across all settings confirms that resolution scaling is GPU-bound. However, the CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures that minimum frame rates remain stable, as evidenced by the 4K Medium minimum of 74 FPS.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245's 65 W TDP and 14-core configuration provide efficient multi-threaded performance without excessive heat output. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU is present but not used for gaming in this configuration. The CPU's launch MSRP is $270, positioning it as a mid-range desktop processor with strong gaming credentials.