Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B570 sits in the 2987th position out of 3713 tested combinations for Overpower. That places this build in the lower-midrange tier of the database, meaning it can run the game but with significant compromises at higher settings. The combination is far from top-tier hardware; the data shows a system that is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can achieve playable framerates, while 4K is limited to the lowest preset.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2987 out of 3713 is a clear signal that this is not a high-end configuration for Overpower. Roughly 80% of tested combinations perform better, indicating that this pair of components is positioned for mainstream gaming, not maximum fidelity. The CPU sits at the 73rd percentile among all tested processors, which is respectable, but the GPU ranks lower, at the 65th percentile among all tested graphics cards. This imbalance suggests the graphics card is the limiting factor.

The measured framerates reinforce this ranking. At 1080p, the best playable setting is High, with an average of 64 FPS. At 1440p, the best playable setting drops to Medium, with an average of 62 FPS. At 4K, only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 84 FPS. These numbers place the combo in a performance tier where users must actively manage settings to maintain smooth gameplay. The rank is not an outlier; it is consistent with the performance ceiling shown by the individual components.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear pattern: the GPU is the primary bottleneck for this game, and the CPU becomes less relevant as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial, with average FPS dropping from 110 to 53. This scaling shows that at lower resolutions, the GPU is being fed enough data to work hard, but the frame rate is still dictated by the graphics card's raw throughput.

At 2560x1440, the same pattern holds. The Low preset averages 98 FPS, while Ultra drops to 47 FPS. This is a 51 FPS swing, again demonstrating that the GPU's load is the dominant factor. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is sufficient to keep up at these resolutions, as the frame rate drops are consistent with GPU-bound workloads. The Intel Core i5-12400F's single-thread performance, evidenced by its 909 score in 3dmark_single_thread, is adequate for feeding the Arc B570.

The situation at 3840x2160 confirms this. The Low preset averages 84 FPS, but Medium falls to 52 FPS, and High to 49 FPS. The scaling between Low and Medium is a 32 FPS drop, which is a massive penalty for a single preset step. This steep decline indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and processing power are overwhelmed at 4K, regardless of CPU capability. The CPU's role is secondary; it is not holding the system back at any resolution, but the GPU cannot deliver high framerates at higher settings. The verdict data confirms this: the best playable setting at 4K is Low, at 1440p it is Medium, and at 1080p it is High, showing a progressive shift of burden onto the GPU as resolution climbs.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Overpower at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?*

A: Yes, but only at the Low preset. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Low settings is 84, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset averages 52 FPS, which is below the playable threshold.

Q: What is the best visual setting I can use at 2560x1440 while maintaining 60 FPS?

A: The Medium preset is the best choice. It delivers an average of 62 FPS, with a minimum of 52 and a maximum of 71. The High preset drops to an average of 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS line.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Arc A750?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, while the Arc A750 scores 20582. The delta percentage is -0.1, meaning the two graphics cards perform within a fraction of a percent of each other. They are effectively equivalent in raw compute potential.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for the framerate at 1920x1080?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p, the average FPS drops from 110 on Low to 53 on Ultra, a 57 FPS difference. This large gap is driven by the graphics card's workload, not the processor. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as its 1680 single-core score in Cinebench R23, are sufficient to avoid bottlenecking at this resolution.

*Q: What is the maximum framerate this system can achieve in Overpower?*

A: The highest average FPS measured is 110, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. The minimum FPS for this setting is not listed, but the average is the peak performance recorded for this combination.

Q: Does the CPU have headroom for future upgrades?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck. The Intel Core i5-12400F ranks at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, has an average score of 19047, which is essentially identical. This indicates the processor is capable, but the GPU's performance ceiling currently limits the system's overall framerate.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-12400F's closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, which has an average benchmark score of 19047, a 0% delta from the Intel chip's 19039. The Intel Core 3 201E is also nearly identical, scoring 19056 with a -0.1% delta. These processors would deliver the same level of CPU performance in Overpower, meaning they would not change the GPU-bound framerates.

The Intel Arc B570's nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores 20534, a 0.1% delta from the Arc's 20556. This is a very close match, and users with that mobile GPU would see nearly identical framerates. The Intel Arc A750 is also a direct alternative, with a score of 20582 and a -0.1% delta. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X are further down the list, with deltas of 0.4% and -0.5%, respectively, but they still fall within the same performance envelope.

For this specific game, any of these alternatives would place the system in the same FPS bracket. The measured results would shift by only a few frames, meaning the playable settings at each resolution would remain the same. The user experience would be nearly indistinguishable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and presets.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results. The Low preset averages 110 FPS. The Medium preset averages 69 FPS, with a minimum of 59 and a maximum of 79. The High preset averages 64 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 53 FPS, which is below the playable line. The spread from Low to Ultra is 57 FPS, showing a steep performance cliff as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the results show a noticeable drop. The Low preset averages 98 FPS. The Medium preset averages 62 FPS, with a minimum of 52 and a maximum of 71. The High preset averages 57 FPS, which is just under the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 47 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 51 FPS, indicating the GPU is struggling more at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are clear. The Low preset averages 84 FPS, which is the only playable option. The Medium preset averages 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 and a maximum of 60. The High preset averages 49 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 40 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 32 FPS, a severe penalty that confirms the GPU cannot handle 4K with any meaningful visual quality.

The Verdict

This PC can run Overpower, but the experience depends heavily on the resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with the Low, Medium, and High presets, with the High preset offering the best visual quality at an average of 64 FPS. This is the target scenario for this build.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable, but with fewer options. The Low and Medium presets both clear 60 FPS, with Medium averaging 62 FPS. The High preset falls to 57 FPS, so users should stick to Medium for a consistent experience. At 3840x2160, the system is severely limited. Only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 84 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, and the High and Ultra presets are not viable. The verdict is clear: this combo is best used at 1080p for high settings, 1440p for medium settings, and 4K only for low settings. The GPU is the binding constraint, and users should prioritize resolution over visual fidelity with this hardware.