
Can I Run Minimum on RTX 3060?
Minimum FPS Benchmark and Performance Analysis
Yes, NVIDIA RTX 3060 can run Minimum. Expect roughly 66 FPS at 1080p high — smooth for most players. This page breaks down expected Minimum performance on NVIDIA RTX 3060 at 1080p high, including 1440p scaling, optimization tips, and a settings guide.
Minimum FPS Benchmarks on RTX 3060
| Resolution | Settings Preset | Avg FPS | 1% Low FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | Competitive (Low) | 83 FPS | 55 FPS | Good |
| 1080p | High | 66 FPS | 44 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | High | 49 FPS | 31 FPS | Playable |
| 1440p | Ultra | 37 FPS | 23 FPS | Low |
| 4K | High | 30 FPS | 18 FPS | Low |
Benchmarks are estimated by our performance engine. Actual results may vary.
Best Settings for Minimum on RTX 3060
- Display Mode
- Fullscreen
- Resolution
- 1920×1080
- V-Sync
- Disabled
- Texture Quality
- Medium
- Shadow Quality
- Medium
- Anti-Aliasing
- FXAA
- Effects Quality
- Medium
- Post-Processing
- Medium
- Ambient Occlusion
- Disabled
Performance Analysis
Our projection for Minimum on NVIDIA RTX 3060 is about 66 FPS at 1080p high. At 1440p, that typically translates to around 49 FPS with similar quality targets. This places the card in the mid tier for this title, with a playable experience profile. NVIDIA RTX 3060 can run Minimum reliably, but smart setting choices matter for consistency.
Minimum is a 2014 free-to-play third-person competitive shooter built with a deliberately minimalistic art style using simple geometric shapes and monochromatic solids, which dramatically reduces rendering complexity and GPU load. Its low polygon count and basic shading model mean nearly any GPU from the DirectX 9 era can run the game, while the CPU requirement is light since AI and physics are minimal in this primarily online PvP title. Storage requirements are exceptionally small at 350 MB due to the intentionally sparse visual assets.
NVIDIA RTX 3060 supports DLSS 3 with Frame Generation in compatible titles. In games like Minimum that support it, Frame Generation can push perceived frame rates well beyond the base estimate above — particularly useful at 1440p where the GPU is more heavily loaded.
- Use a medium/high mix and prioritize stable frame times over peak FPS spikes.
- Use selective ray tracing (shadows/reflections) and avoid ultra RT presets.
- Prioritize texture quality and reduce volumetrics/shadows first
Final take: NVIDIA RTX 3060 offers a playable result in Minimum, with the right settings profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Minimum still playable online in 2024?
- Minimum was shut down by its publisher and is no longer officially supported for online play; the servers were taken offline after the game's commercial performance disappointed. Some community-run efforts have attempted to revive private servers, but official multiplayer is no longer available.
- Why does Minimum have such low storage requirements compared to other shooters?
- Minimum's entire design philosophy is built around minimalism — the game uses low-poly geometric shapes and flat colors instead of high-resolution textures, which means asset files are tiny. The 350 MB install size is a direct result of this intentional art direction rather than a technical limitation.