Overpower

Overpower is a 2023 Action title that stresses both CPU and GPU depending on the resolution and preset. This combination of an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and an AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT delivers a wide spread of frame rates, from a highly playable 73.8 FPS at 4K Ultra to a very fast 198.9 FPS at 1080p Low. The data indicates that the system is versatile enough for high-refresh 1080p gaming, yet it also has enough headroom to handle 4K with reasonable settings, making it a balanced pairing for this specific title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is significant and reveals how the workload shifts between the processor and graphics card. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 198.9 FPS at 1920x1080 to 147.7 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of 51.2 FPS. This shows that even at the lowest settings, the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, as the CPU is not creating a bottleneck at these frame rates.

Moving to Medium settings, the scaling is steeper. The average drops from 121.2 FPS at 1080p to 92.7 FPS at 4K, a loss of 28.5 FPS. The trend continues at High settings, where the frame rate goes from 111.8 FPS at 1080p down to 87.2 FPS at 4K, a 24.6 FPS difference. The most demanding preset, Ultra, shows the smallest absolute drop from 96.8 FPS at 1080p to 73.8 FPS at 4K, a 23 FPS difference, but this is because the GPU is already heavily loaded at 1080p Ultra.

The pattern suggests that the RX 6800 XT is the limiting component in most scenarios. The Ryzen 5 5500, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, appears sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, as evidenced by the high frame rates at Low settings. The narrowing gap between resolutions at higher presets indicates that the GPU's rendering load is the dominant factor, with the CPU having less influence on the final frame rate as the pixel count and graphical complexity increase.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is the star of this pairing, and its specifications explain the observed performance. It comes with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s. This large frame buffer is crucial for 4K gaming, as it allows the card to hold more textures and geometry without running out of memory, which is reflected in the playable 73.8 FPS average at 4K Ultra.

The GPU's clock speeds also play a part. With a base clock of 1825 MHz, a game clock of 2015 MHz, and a boost clock of 2250 MHz, the card is able to sustain high throughput under load. The 4608 shading units and 128 ROPs are the workhorses that process the pixels, and the 72 ray accelerators provide hardware support for any ray-traced effects, though their impact on average FPS is not directly measured here. The card’s 300 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate it is a high-power part, but the benchmark results show it delivers the expected level of performance.

The GPU's benchmark scores corroborate its position. It sits in the 87th percentile of all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 49982 places it just 0.5% ahead of the Intel Arc A550M, while it is 2.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. This data confirms that the RX 6800 XT is a top-tier performer in this game, capable of driving high frame rates even at 4K.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the best experience depends on your target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p and 1440p displays, the High preset offers an excellent balance. At 1920x1080, High produces 111.8 FPS, which is a smooth experience for most players. At 2560x1440, High still delivers a solid 103.1 FPS, keeping the action fluid without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset is the recommended starting point. It produces 92.7 FPS at 3840x2160, which is a comfortable frame rate for a fast-paced action game. The High preset at 4K is also viable at 87.2 FPS, but the jump to Ultra drops the average to 73.8 FPS, which might be too low for those who prefer a rock-solid 60 FPS or higher on a high-refresh display. The Low preset at 4K yields 147.7 FPS, but the visual trade-off is likely too steep for most players, making Medium the sweet spot for 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The data provides a clear picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 198.9 FPS on Low, 121.2 FPS on Medium, 111.8 FPS on High, and 96.8 FPS on Ultra. This range shows that the CPU is not holding back the GPU at this resolution, even at the lowest settings, where the frame rate approaches 200 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance scales down predictably. The average FPS is 175.7 on Low, 109.8 on Medium, 103.1 on High, and 83.3 on Ultra. The gap between Medium and High narrows at this resolution, suggesting that the GPU is beginning to become the primary constraint. The 1440p results remain very strong, with even the Ultra preset maintaining an average above 80 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The average FPS is 147.7 on Low, 92.7 on Medium, 87.2 on High, and 73.8 on Ultra. The difference between Low and Medium is a substantial 55 FPS, indicating that the graphical settings have a massive impact at this resolution. The performance spread from Ultra to Low is 73.9 FPS, showing the flexibility of the GPU to adapt to different quality targets.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific CPU and GPU pairing ranks 578th out of 1744 tested combinations in Overpower. This places it in the top third of all systems tested, which is a strong showing for a mid-range processor paired with a high-end graphics card. The rank suggests that while the CPU may not be the absolute best, the combination is well-balanced for this game, delivering performance that is competitive with many other setups.

The CPU itself, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, sits in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 20875 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12500, which scores 20897, a delta of -0.1%. This indicates that the processor is not a weak link in this system. The GPU, on the other hand, is in the 87th percentile, reinforcing that it is the primary driver of the high frame rates seen in this game. The combination of a top-quartile GPU with a solid mid-pack CPU explains why the overall combo ranks as well as it does.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Overpower?

A: Yes, it is. The data shows an average of 73.8 FPS at 3840x2160 on Ultra settings and 87.2 FPS on High settings, making 4K gaming a viable option with some settings adjustments.

Q: What is the best setting for a 144Hz 1080p monitor?

A: The High preset at 1920x1080 yields 111.8 FPS, which is below 144 FPS. To get closer to a 144Hz target, you would need to use the Medium preset, which produces 121.2 FPS, or the Low preset at 198.9 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 has an average benchmark score of 20875. This is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i5-12500, which scores 20897, and 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i5-12600T, which scores 20917.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p and 4K on High settings?

A: At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 111.8 FPS at 1920x1080 to 87.2 FPS at 3840x2160. This is a decrease of 24.6 FPS.

Q: Does the GPU have enough memory for high resolutions?

A: Yes, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT comes with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is ample for 4K textures and contributes to the playable frame rates at 3840x2160.

Q: Where does this combo rank compared to all other tested systems?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT ranks 578th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top third of all systems.