Minimum

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the AMD Radeon 8050S delivers a versatile 1080p and 1440p experience in Minimum, a 2014 third-person shooter. This combo ranks in the 27th percentile of tested configurations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database, yet the measured frame rates show it is more than capable of handling this title with smooth gameplay at high settings in most scenarios. The data indicates a system that hits the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming while remaining playable at 4K with adjusted settings.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 as the strongest performer, with the average FPS ranging from 82 at Ultra settings to 167 at Low settings. While 2560x1440 is also highly playable, with averages between 53 and 108 FPS, 1080p is the only resolution where the system consistently exceeds 100 FPS across most settings.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 28 at Ultra settings to 58 at Low settings. The Medium preset provides a playable 44 FPS average with a minimum of 38 FPS, making it the only 4K preset that maintains a consistent framerate near the 40 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ultra 7 155H compare to its direct rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 32697 is virtually identical to its nearest rivals. It is 0.1% faster than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, matches the Intel Core i5-14600T, and is 0.2% and 0.4% slower than the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, respectively. These differences are negligible in real-world gaming.

Q: What is the GPU's performance standing relative to other graphics cards?

A: The AMD Radeon 8050S holds an 89th percentile ranking among all GPUs, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of tested graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 62108 places it 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M and 2.5% to 2.7% behind the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56, AMD Radeon RX 7600M, and AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT LP.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worthwhile for this game?

A: The Ultra preset provides a significant visual upgrade over High, but the performance cost is steep. At 1080p, the average FPS drops from 107 on High to 82 on Ultra, a 23% decrease. At 1440p, the drop is from 69 to 53 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to an unplayable 28 FPS average.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU create a bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. While the CPU's 16 cores and 22 threads provide ample processing power, the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution, showing a clear decline in FPS as pixel count increases, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the High preset at 1920x1080 is the optimal choice. The measured 107 FPS average provides a smooth experience on standard 60Hz monitors and leaves headroom for high-refresh-rate displays. This setting delivers a significant visual upgrade over Medium without the steep performance penalty of Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the High preset remains the best option, producing a 69 FPS average that is well-suited for immersive gameplay. If you prefer to maximize frame rates for competitive play, the Low preset at 1440p delivers a 108 FPS average, but the visual compromise is substantial. The Medium preset offers a middle ground at 82 FPS, which is still highly fluid.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset is the only recommended choice, yielding a 58 FPS average. The Medium preset is borderline, with a 44 FPS average and a 38 FPS minimum that may result in occasional stutters. The High and Ultra presets at 4K should be avoided, as their 37 FPS and 28 FPS averages respectively do not meet acceptable playability standards.

The data strongly suggests that the Ultra preset is not worth the performance cost at any resolution. The jump from High to Ultra results in an average FPS loss of 23% at 1080p, 23% at 1440p, and 24% at 4K, while the visual improvements are typically marginal in a game from this era.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 8050S is the cornerstone of this combo's gaming performance. Built on the RDNA 3.5 architecture and fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC, this integrated GPU features 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation pipelines. Its boost clock of 2800 MHz, which is more than double its 1295 MHz base clock, allows it to scale performance dynamically under load.

The GPU's memory configuration is unique, utilizing "System Shared" memory with system-dependent bandwidth. This means the GPU relies on the CPU's dual-channel DDR5 memory, and the 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth of the platform is shared between the CPU and GPU. This architecture can be a limiting factor in some scenarios, but for a 2014 title like Minimum, the data shows it is sufficient.

The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial, with a pixel rate of 179.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 358.4 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance of 11.47 TFLOPS provides strong raw compute power. The GPU holds an 89th percentile ranking among all GPUs, placing it above the vast majority of discrete and integrated solutions. Its average benchmark score of 62108 is notably higher than its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, by 0.3%.

The performance scaling across resolutions confirms the GPU's role. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS on High settings drops by 35.5%, from 107 to 69. From 1440p to 4K, the average FPS drops by another 46.4%, from 69 to 37. This steep decline with increasing resolution is a clear indicator that the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rates in this game, particularly at higher pixel counts.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and AMD Radeon 8050S ranks 2152nd out of 2939 tested combos in the database for Minimum. This places it in the 27th percentile of all configurations, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom of the pack.

The ranking suggests that this combo is outmatched by the majority of systems tested, which likely include higher-end discrete GPUs and more powerful desktop CPUs. However, the measured FPS data tells a more nuanced story. The combo's performance is entirely sufficient for a smooth gaming experience at 1080p and 1440p, which is the target audience for a mobile or compact system.

The combo's rank is likely dragged down by the GPU's reliance on shared system memory and its integrated nature, rather than a dedicated VRAM pool. In the database, combos with dedicated graphics cards typically score higher due to dedicated memory bandwidth. Despite the mid-pack ranking, the user experience in Minimum is positive, as the system easily achieves high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions.

When interpreting this rank, it is important to consider the context. A rank of 2152 out of 2939 means that roughly 73% of tested systems are faster. However, many of those systems are likely significantly more expensive and power-hungry. For a mobile platform with a 28W CPU and a 55W GPU, this level of performance is competitive and well-suited for its intended form factor.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H provides the processing foundation for this combo. This mobile processor features 16 cores and 22 threads, a configuration designed to handle multitasking and threaded workloads efficiently. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz allow it to deliver strong single-thread performance when needed, which is crucial for gaming.

The CPU's cache hierarchy is substantial, with 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and a 24 MB shared L3 cache. This large pool of cache helps reduce memory latency and improves performance in games that are sensitive to memory access patterns. The processor is built on Intel's 7 nm process node and uses the Meteor Lake architecture, which is designed for efficient mobile performance.

Synthetic benchmarks show the CPU's capabilities are well-balanced. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15028 and single-core score of 1743 indicate strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The PassMark multithread score of 24873 and single-thread score of 3468 further confirm its ability to handle a variety of tasks.

In the context of Minimum, the CPU's role is less critical than the GPU's, as the game is primarily GPU-bound at higher resolutions. However, the CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures that game logic and physics calculations are handled without bottlenecking the GPU. The CPU's 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32697, shows it is a capable processor that is nearly identical in performance to its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i5-14600T and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360.

The CPU's 28W TDP is notable for a mobile part, as it allows for sustained performance in thin-and-light laptops without excessive heat generation. This is a key factor in the overall system's capability to maintain consistent frame rates over extended gaming sessions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across twelve different scenarios, covering three resolutions and four quality presets.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers excellent performance across the board. The Low preset produces an average of 167 FPS, which is exceedingly high and suitable for competitive play. The Medium preset averages 128 FPS, with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 147 FPS, providing a smooth and consistent experience. The High preset averages 107 FPS, which is still excellent for most displays. The Ultra preset averages 82 FPS, which is playable but represents a significant drop from High.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 108 FPS, matching the 1080p High preset performance. The Medium preset averages 82 FPS, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS, offering a very good balance. The High preset averages 69 FPS, which is smooth for most gamers. The Ultra preset averages 53 FPS, which is playable but begins to show the strain of higher resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is the only 4K setting that provides a consistently playable experience. The Medium preset averages 44 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 51 FPS, which may dip below the threshold for smooth gameplay in intense scenes. The High preset averages 37 FPS, which is borderline unplayable. The Ultra preset averages 28 FPS, which is not recommended for a playable experience.

The data shows a clear pattern: the system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can maintain high frame rates on High settings. At 4K, users must significantly reduce settings to achieve playable performance. The only settings with recorded minimum FPS data are the Medium presets, which show the system's frame time consistency is better at lower resolutions; the 1080p Medium minimum of 109 FPS is far above the 4K Medium minimum of 38 FPS.