Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B580 presents a compelling mid-range combination for the 2023 action title Overpower. The benchmark data shows a system that scales predictably across resolutions, with a clear ceiling at 4K and strong headroom at 1080p. The measured frame rates reveal where this combo excels and where it ultimately runs out of GPU headroom, making it a straightforward choice for 1080p and 1440p gamers who are willing to tune settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data identifies the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS at each resolution. The verdict is clear: this combo can hit the 60 FPS target at every resolution, but the quality ceiling drops as pixel count rises.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the highest playable preset is Medium, which delivers an average of 61.7 FPS. High settings fall short at 53.8 FPS, and Ultra dips to 47.2 FPS. Low settings are the only other playable option, posting a comfortable 92.5 FPS. For 4K, the data suggests that Medium is the sweet spot, as it just clears the 60 FPS threshold without sacrificing the visual fidelity that Low settings would remove.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the best playable preset is High, achieving an average of 62.3 FPS. This is a marginal victory over the 60 FPS line, but it is a stable one. Medium runs at 69.7 FPS, providing a more comfortable margin, while Low hits 112.7 FPS. Ultra is not playable at 52.1 FPS. The choice between High and Medium at 1440p is a trade-off between visual quality and frame rate headroom.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system fully unlocks its potential. The most demanding playable preset is Ultra, which runs at an average of 61.2 FPS. This is the only resolution where all four presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) clear the 60 FPS bar. High runs at 71.1 FPS, Medium at 77.9 FPS, and Low at 123.2 FPS. The data indicates that 1080p is the native playground for this hardware, allowing gamers to max out the settings and still stay above the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals a system that is primarily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, but the CPU still holds its own at 1080p. The i5-12400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides a solid foundation, while the Arc B580’s 12 GB of memory and 456.0 GB/s bandwidth become the limiting factor as resolution increases.

The data shows a clear pattern: as resolution drops from 4K to 1080p, the average frame rates across all presets increase significantly. For example, at Low settings, the system jumps from 92.5 FPS at 4K to 112.7 FPS at 1440p and finally to 123.2 FPS at 1080p. This 33% uplift from 4K to 1080p at Low settings indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, as the CPU has more headroom to feed frames when the GPU isn't overwhelmed.

However, the CPU’s role becomes more apparent at 1080p. The gap between Low (123.2 FPS) and Ultra (61.2 FPS) at 1080p is a 50% drop, which is a larger relative decrease than the drop from Low (92.5 FPS) to Ultra (47.2 FPS) at 4K, a 49% decrease. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is still able to push high frame rates, but the GPU's rendering workload for Ultra settings becomes the limiting factor. The i5-12400F’s single-thread score of 909 in 3DMark and its 73rd percentile ranking among all CPUs show it is a capable partner, but it is not the star of the show.

The scaling between Medium and High settings is also telling. At 1440p, the difference between Medium (69.7 FPS) and High (62.3 FPS) is 7.4 FPS, while at 1080p, the difference is 6.8 FPS (77.9 to 71.1). This relatively consistent delta suggests that the GPU’s shader and texture processing are the main drivers of these changes, rather than CPU-side geometry or physics. The Arc B580’s 2560 shading units and 160 TMUs are the workhorses here.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The full table of measured average frame rates provides a complete picture of the combo’s performance.

At 3840x2160, the system runs as follows:

• Low: 92.5 FPS average
• Medium: 61.7 FPS average
• High: 53.8 FPS average
• Ultra: 47.2 FPS average

This shows a steep drop from Low to Medium (a 30.8 FPS decrease), followed by a more gradual decline as settings increase. The 4K Ultra result of 47.2 FPS is the lowest score in the entire dataset, confirming that this resolution is the most demanding for the Arc B580.

At 2560x1440, the numbers are:

• Low: 112.7 FPS average
• Medium: 69.7 FPS average
• High: 62.3 FPS average
• Ultra: 52.1 FPS average

The 1440p results show a similar pattern to 4K but with higher absolute values. The jump from Low to Medium is 43 FPS, which is the largest single-setting delta in the dataset. This indicates that Medium settings introduce a significant GPU workload increase, likely due to more complex lighting or shadow calculations.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers:

• Low: 123.2 FPS average
• Medium: 77.9 FPS average
• High: 71.1 FPS average
• Ultra: 61.2 FPS average

The 1080p results are the most balanced, with all presets staying within a 62 FPS range. Low settings break the 120 FPS barrier, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Ultra settings just barely miss the 62 FPS mark, settling at 61.2 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Overpower at 4K with playable frame rates?*

A: Yes, but only on Low and Medium settings. The data shows Medium averaging 61.7 FPS at 3840x2160, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra presets fall below playable levels at 53.8 FPS and 47.2 FPS respectively.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p to maximize visual quality?

A: High is the most demanding playable preset at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 62.3 FPS. While Medium offers a higher frame rate at 69.7 FPS, High provides better visuals while still staying above the 60 FPS target.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F a bottleneck for the Intel Arc B580?

A: The data does not indicate a significant CPU bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate scaling from 4K to 1080p is consistent with GPU-bound behavior. The CPU’s 73rd percentile ranking and 3DMark max-thread score of 5912 suggest it has sufficient headroom to keep up with the GPU.

Q: How does the combo perform at 1080p with all settings maxed out?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the system averages 61.2 FPS. This is just above the playable threshold, making it a viable option for gamers who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate headroom.

Q: Are there any settings where the system exceeds 100 FPS?

A: Yes, at Low settings, the system achieves 92.5 FPS at 4K, 112.7 FPS at 1440p, and 123.2 FPS at 1080p. These are the only presets across all resolutions that break the 100 FPS barrier.

Q: What is the lowest average frame rate recorded in the dataset?

A: The lowest average is 47.2 FPS, which occurs at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is the only preset combination that drops below 50 FPS, confirming that 4K Ultra is beyond the reach of this hardware.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide a picture of what other hardware would behave similarly in this game. The Intel Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19039, placing it at the 73rd percentile. Its closest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (score 19047, delta 0%), the Intel Core 3 201E (score 19056, delta -0.1%), the Intel Core i5-1335U (score 18982, delta 0.3%), and the AMD EPYC 7773X (score 18979, delta 0.3%). These deltas are negligible, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Overpower.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc B580 scores 23021 on average, ranking at the 68th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (score 23061, delta -0.2%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (score 22895, delta 0.6%), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (score 23172, delta -0.7%), and the NVIDIA P106-100 (score 23249, delta -1%). The RTX 2080 is the closest match in performance, with a delta of just 0.6%, meaning it would produce very similar frame rates in this game. The RTX 3080, despite being a higher-tier card, is only 0.7% slower in this benchmark, suggesting that the Arc B580 is well-positioned among these alternatives.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested combinations, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-12400F and Intel Arc B580 ranks 2826 out of 3713 total combos. This places it in the 24th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly three-quarters of all combinations tested perform better. This ranking is influenced by the GPU's 68th percentile score and the CPU's 73rd percentile score, which are both above average, but the combination does not push into the upper echelon of performance. The rank suggests that while this is a capable mid-range setup, it is not a top-tier performer when compared to high-end CPUs and GPUs.

The gap between the CPU's percentile (73rd) and the combo's rank (24th percentile) is notable. This indicates that the GPU, despite its solid 68th percentile ranking, is the limiting factor in the overall performance. The combo rank is lower than either component's individual percentile, which is typical for systems where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

The Verdict

The verdict from the benchmark data is clear: this PC can run Overpower at playable frame rates across all three tested resolutions, provided the right settings are chosen.

At 3840x2160, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings, with Medium being the best choice at 61.7 FPS. This is a viable 4K experience, but it requires sacrificing visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the system is playable on Low, Medium, and High settings. The best setting is High at 62.3 FPS, offering a good balance of quality and performance. Ultra is not playable at 52.1 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system is playable on all four presets, including Ultra at 61.2 FPS. This is the resolution where the combo shines, allowing gamers to max out the settings and still clear the 60 FPS threshold.

In summary, the Intel Core i5-12400F and Intel Arc B580 combo is a solid choice for 1080p gaming with maxed settings, a good option for 1440p gaming with High settings, and a limited but playable option for 4K gaming on Medium settings. The data indicates that the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, but the CPU has enough headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck.