Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Overpower, but its performance profile shifts dramatically depending on resolution and preset. The data shows a system that is clearly GPU-bound at 4K, yet reveals a more balanced and CPU-sensitive nature at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable decline as resolution increases, but the magnitude of the drop reveals the underlying bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves an average of 194 FPS, which is the highest recorded frame rate across all tested configurations. Moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 186 FPS, a modest 4% reduction. At 4K Low, the average falls to 177 FPS, which is still remarkably high and only 9% below the 1080p Low result. This pattern indicates that at Low settings, the GPU has ample headroom, and the frame rate is largely sustained even at higher resolutions.

The scaling story changes significantly with more demanding presets. At High settings, the frame rates are 137 FPS at 1080p, 122 FPS at 1440p, and 103 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 11%, and from 1440p to 4K is another 16%. This steeper decline suggests the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as resolution increases. At Ultra settings, the trend is even more pronounced: 113 FPS at 1080p, 101 FPS at 1440p, and 86 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result represents a 24% reduction from the 1080p Ultra figure, clearly indicating that the RTX 4070 SUPER's rendering workload is the primary constraint at this resolution.

The data for Medium settings, which includes min and max FPS values, provides additional insight. At 1080p Medium, the average is 147 FPS with a minimum of 125 FPS and a maximum of 169 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 131 FPS with a minimum of 111 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 112 FPS with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 128 FPS. The gap between the minimum and maximum FPS widens slightly at higher resolutions, suggesting that frame-time consistency is slightly better at 1080p, where the CPU can more easily keep up with the GPU's output.

The overall pattern shows that the 5500X3D is strong enough to feed the RTX 4070 SUPER at 1080p, where the CPU's 3D V-Cache and 96 MB of shared L3 cache help maintain high frame rates. However, as resolution climbs to 4K, the GPU's raw pixel-pushing capability becomes the deciding factor. The RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to handle 4K textures, but the frame rate ceiling is set by the GPU's compute throughput. The data suggests that users targeting 4K should stick to High or Medium settings, while 1080p and 1440p users can comfortably push to Ultra.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications directly explain the measured performance. The GPU features 7,168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units, all running at a boost clock of 2475 MHz. This configuration yields a FP32 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS, which is substantial for a 220 W card. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth, which is critical for feeding the high pixel rates at 4K.

The GPU's benchmark scores corroborate its strong position. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 4,627 points. In Geekbench Vulkan, it scores 205,624 points, while its OpenCL score is 172,795. Its PassMark G3D score is 29,995, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. The GPU's average benchmark score is 43,223, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile, which has an average score of 43,667 and a deltaPct of -1. This means the RTX 4070 SUPER is only 1% slower than a mobile RTX 4090 in aggregate benchmarks, underscoring its capability.

In Overpower, the GPU's role is most evident in the Ultra preset results. At 1080p Ultra, the combo produces 113 FPS, which is 42% lower than the 1080p Low result of 194 FPS. This large drop indicates that Ultra settings introduce heavy GPU workloads, such as advanced lighting and shadow effects, that tax the RT and tensor cores. The RTX 4070 SUPER has 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores, which are designed to accelerate ray tracing and DLSS, but the measured results suggest that even with this hardware, Ultra settings at 4K (86 FPS) are playable but not ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

The GPU's memory configuration is also worth noting. With 12 GB of VRAM, the card is well-suited for 1440p and 4K gaming, but the data shows that the frame rate at 4K Ultra (86 FPS) is lower than at 4K Medium (112 FPS). This suggests that the VRAM capacity is not the bottleneck, but rather the GPU's compute units are saturated by the Ultra preset's effects. The 21 Gbps effective memory clock and 192-bit bus are adequate for the game's demands, as evidenced by the relatively smooth scaling from Medium to High settings. The GPU's launch MSRP is 599 USD, and it is now end-of-life, having been succeeded by the GeForce 50 series.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 537th out of 2,980 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the top 18% of all configurations, which is a strong result for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The rank of 537 indicates that while the combo is not at the very top tier, it outperforms the vast majority of systems, likely due to the RTX 4070 SUPER's excellent rasterization performance.

The CPU's contribution to this ranking is supported by its benchmark scores. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37,018, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, which scores 37,093 (deltaPct -0.2), and the Intel Core i9-12900T, which scores 37,112 (deltaPct -0.3). This means the 5500X3D is effectively on par with these chips, trailing by only 0.2-0.3%. The CPU's PassMark multithread score is 20,363, and its single-thread score is 2,941. The data compression score is 230,392, which is particularly high and suggests the 3D V-Cache provides a significant boost in memory-intensive workloads.

The combo's rank of 537 out of 2,980 shows the balance between the two components. The data shows that in Overpower, the system is capable of delivering over 100 FPS at 4K High and over 100 FPS at 1440p Ultra, which are excellent results. The ranking also implies that there are 536 combos that achieve higher performance, likely featuring higher-tier GPUs like the RTX 4080 or RTX 4090, or CPUs with higher core counts. However, within its price and performance class, this combo is clearly competitive, as evidenced by its top-quartile ranking.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average frame rate this combo can achieve in Overpower?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 194 FPS at 1080p with Low settings. At 4K Low, it still manages 177 FPS.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 86 FPS. This is lower than the 4K Medium result of 112 FPS, indicating that Ultra settings significantly increase the GPU workload.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the system is well-balanced, but the CPU's 3D V-Cache helps maintain high frame rates. The 1080p Low result of 194 FPS is only 9% higher than the 4K Low result of 177 FPS, indicating the GPU is not fully saturated at lower resolutions.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures for Medium settings?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 125. At 1440p Medium, it is 111, and at 4K Medium, it is 95. These figures indicate playable frame rates even in demanding scenes.

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

A: The combo ranks 537th out of 2,980 tested combinations in Overpower, placing it in the top 18% of all systems.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and how does it affect 4K performance?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 192-bit bus and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth. This is sufficient for 4K, as the frame rate drops are more attributable to compute load than memory capacity.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer). It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, with a TDP of 105 W. The CPU's defining feature is its 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a result of the 3D V-Cache technology. This large cache is crucial for gaming performance, as it reduces memory latency and improves data access speeds. The CPU's PassMark data shows a single-thread score of 2,941 and a multithread score of 20,363, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs.

In Overpower, the CPU's role is most apparent when comparing the Low settings results across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 194 FPS, which is only 8% higher than the 4K Low result of 177 FPS. This small difference indicates that at Low settings, the GPU is not the bottleneck, and the CPU is capable of feeding frames at a very high rate. The CPU's 3D V-Cache likely helps here, as the game's data sets can be stored in the large L3 cache, reducing the need to access slower system memory (DDR4, dual-channel, 51.2 GB/s bandwidth).

However, at higher presets, the CPU's role diminishes. The difference between 1080p Ultra (113 FPS) and 4K Ultra (86 FPS) is 24%, which is a larger drop than at Low settings. This indicates that the GPU's workload at Ultra settings is so heavy that the CPU has more idle time. The CPU's performance relative to its rivals is strong: it is only 0.2% slower than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and 0.3% slower than the Intel Core i9-12900T in average benchmark scores. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking means it outperforms the majority of processors, making it a solid pairing for the RTX 4070 SUPER.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the experience in Overpower. For users with 1080p monitors, the Ultra preset is viable, delivering an average of 113 FPS. This is a high frame rate that exceeds the refresh rate of most standard 60 Hz and 144 Hz monitors, providing a smooth experience. However, for those seeking maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 194 FPS is the best choice, though the visual quality will be significantly reduced. The Medium preset at 147 FPS offers a good balance, with a minimum FPS of 125 ensuring no major stutters.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset delivers 101 FPS, which is still above 100 FPS and suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming. The High preset at 122 FPS is also excellent, and the Medium preset at 131 FPS provides a slight boost with a minimum of 111 FPS. The data suggests that 1440p High is the sweet spot for this resolution, as it offers a 21% improvement over Ultra while maintaining high visual fidelity. The Low preset at 186 FPS is overkill for most displays and sacrifices too much visual quality.

At 4K, the recommendations are more conservative. The Ultra preset yields 86 FPS, which is playable but may not be ideal for competitive play. The High preset at 103 FPS is a better option, providing a 20% performance boost over Ultra. The Medium preset at 112 FPS is the best choice for a high-refresh-rate 4K experience, with a minimum FPS of 95 ensuring consistent performance. The Low preset at 177 FPS is the fastest, but the visual degradation is substantial. For 4K users, the data indicates that High settings offer the best compromise between visual quality and frame rate, while Medium is the safe choice for maintaining 100+ FPS consistently.