Overpower

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a combination of a modest quad-core CPU and a flagship GPU, and the measured results for Overpower show that this pairing delivers playable frame rates across every resolution and preset tested. The data, based on actual measurements, indicates that the RTX 5090 is doing the heavy lifting, with the i3-12100F providing enough support to keep frame rates high. The following analysis breaks down the exact performance numbers, how this combo stacks up against other tested configurations, and what settings you should use.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the RTX 5090 produces very high frame rates regardless of the preset. With Low settings, the average FPS hits 209.4. Moving to Medium reduces the average to 146.6, while High settings yield 136.6 FPS. The most demanding Ultra preset still manages an average of 112.3 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is roughly 97 FPS, indicating that the GPU scales well with settings changes at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance improves across the board. Low settings deliver an average of 220.7 FPS, which is the highest score at this resolution. Medium settings produce 171 FPS, High settings reach 161.1 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 135.4 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra here is about 85 FPS, showing a similar scaling pattern to 4K, but with higher absolute numbers.

At 1920x1080, the results are the fastest of all. Low settings average 226 FPS, the overall maximum in the dataset. Medium settings reach 187.4 FPS, High settings hit 179.4 FPS, and Ultra settings average 146.9 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra is approximately 79 FPS, the smallest gap across the three resolutions, suggesting that at 1080p the CPU is starting to limit the GPU's ability to push even higher frame rates.

The data shows no min or max FPS values, only averages, so the analysis relies on the average frame rates as the primary metric. Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: Low settings provide the highest averages, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra, in that order.

How This Combo Ranks

In the overall rankings for Overpower, this specific CPU-GPU combination holds the 141st position out of 3713 tested combos. This places it in the top percentile of all tested systems, confirming that despite the entry-level processor, the overall performance is competitive. The rank reflects a system that can handle the game with ease, even if the CPU is not the strongest component in the pairing.

The CPU's benchmark scores provide context for its role. The Intel Core i3-12100F scores 11860 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1674 in single-core, with an average benchmark score of 13494. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355 with an average score of 13492 (a delta of 0%), the Intel Core i5-9500 at 13452 (0.3% slower), and the Intel Core 5 120UL at 13594 (0.7% faster). The i3-12100F sits at the 68th percentile among all CPUs, indicating it is a mid-range performer.

The GPU, on the other hand, is a behemoth. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 has an average benchmark score of 79842 and sits at the 92nd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB at 79605 (0.3% slower), the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB at 79396 (0.6% slower), and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78940 (1.1% slower). The RTX 5090 is clearly a top-tier graphics card, which explains why the combo ranks so high in Overpower despite the i3-12100F's more modest standing.

The ranking of 141 out of 3713 suggests that this combination is well above average, and the bottleneck analysis points to the CPU as the limiting factor, but not to a degree that prevents excellent performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the goal is to find the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS. The data shows that this combo exceeds that threshold at every preset, so the best settings are the highest quality options.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 112.3 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. Therefore, the best settings at 4K are Ultra, delivering a smooth experience with maximum visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 135.4 FPS. Again, this clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably, so Ultra is the recommended setting for 1440p.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 146.9 FPS. This is the highest average for Ultra settings across all resolutions, and it is far above the playable threshold. Ultra is the best choice for 1080p as well.

In summary, the most demanding preset, Ultra, is playable at all three resolutions, with the lowest average being 112.3 FPS at 4K. This means users can max out the game's settings without worrying about drops below 60 FPS, based on the measured averages.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Overpower at 4K with maximum settings?*

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 112.3, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves?

A: The highest average FPS in the dataset is 226, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does this CPU-GPU combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 141st out of 3713 combos, placing it in the top tier of tested configurations for Overpower.

Q: Is there a resolution where the combo struggles to maintain 60 FPS?

A: No. The lowest average FPS across all resolutions and presets is 112.3 (4K Ultra), which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at any resolution?

A: The scaling suggests a minor CPU limitation at 1080p. The FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 79 FPS, while at 4K it is 97 FPS, indicating the GPU has more headroom at higher resolutions.

Q: What is the performance gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings average 220.7 FPS, while Ultra averages 135.4 FPS, a difference of approximately 85 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the Intel Core i3-12100F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. At 3840x2160, the GPU is the primary driver of performance. The FPS drop from Low (209.4) to Ultra (112.3) is 97 FPS, showing that the GPU's workload scales significantly with settings. The CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU at this resolution, as frame rates remain very high.

At 2560x1440, the GPU still dominates, but the CPU begins to show its influence. The FPS range from Low (220.7) to Ultra (135.4) is 85 FPS, which is smaller than at 4K. This suggests that as resolution decreases, the CPU's ability to process frames becomes more relevant, slightly capping the GPU's potential at lower settings.

At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more pronounced. The FPS range from Low (226) to Ultra (146.9) is 79 FPS, the smallest of all resolutions. This indicates that at 1080p, the i3-12100F is the limiting factor, especially at lower settings where the GPU could otherwise push even higher frame rates. The CPU's single-thread score of 1674 in Cinebench R23 and its 68th percentile ranking among CPUs support this, as it is a capable but not top-tier processor.

The RTX 5090, with its 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 92nd percentile ranking, is clearly the stronger component. The data shows that the GPU is not fully utilized at 1080p, as the CPU cannot keep pace, but at 4K, the GPU is the main driver of performance. The recommendation is to prioritize GPU-bound settings at higher resolutions, while at 1080p, the CPU may limit the maximum achievable frame rate.

The Verdict

This PC can run Overpower without any issues, as the measured data confirms playable performance at every resolution and preset. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, all settings including Ultra are playable, with the best average FPS at Ultra being 112.3. At 2560x1440, Ultra settings average 135.4 FPS, again far above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings average 146.9 FPS, providing the smoothest experience.

The combination of the Intel Core i3-12100F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is effective for Overpower, with the GPU carrying most of the performance weight. The CPU is sufficient to avoid major bottlenecks, though at 1080p, its limitations become slightly apparent. For users with a 4K display, this setup is ideal, as it delivers high frame rates with maximum settings. For 1440p and 1080p, the performance is even better, making this a versatile and powerful configuration for this game. The data indicates that you can confidently max out Overpower at any resolution, and the system will remain well above the playability threshold.