Overpower

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600X has an average benchmark score of 21,771. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, scores 21,749, placing the 5600X just 0.1% ahead. The Intel Core i7-11700 scores 21,891, which is 0.5% higher than the 5600X.

Q: What is the GPU's synthetic performance position relative to other cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247cars and sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54,209, meaning the 4080 is only 0.1% ahead. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698, which is 2.6% higher than the 4080.

Q: What is the best measured FPS for this combo at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS recorded is 203 on Low settings. Medium settings produce 128 avg FPS with a range of 109 to 147 FPS, while High and Ultra yield 119 and 99 avg FPS respectively.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4080 have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4080 comes with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. Its memory clock is listed at 1400 MHz, which translates to 22.4 Gbps effective.

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread configuration?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 (Vermeer) architecture. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65W TDP.

Q: How does the combo rank in Overpower among tested configurations?

A: The combination of the Ryzen 5 5600X and RTX 4080 ranks 312 out of 3,713 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 8.4% of all tested systems.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this pairing for Overpower, and the data shows its impact across all resolution and settings combinations. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth, which is substantial for an action game like Overpower. The memory clock of 1400 MHz (22.4 Gbps effective) supports the high frame rates observed in the measured data.

The GPU's core configuration includes 9,728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, with 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores. The boost clock of 2505 MHz (base 2205 MHz) allows the card to push high pixel rates of 280.6 GPixel/s and texture rates of 761.5 GTexel/s. The FP32 throughput of 48.74 TFLOPS is the same as the FP16 rate (1:1), indicating strong compute capabilities that benefit frame generation in Overpower.

The measured FPS data confirms that the RTX 4080 is the primary driver of performance. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 223 avg FPS. Moving to 1440p Low only drops that to 214 avg FPS, and at 4K Low it still manages 203 avg FPS. This progression shows that even at lower settings, the GPU's raw compute and memory bandwidth keep frame rates high across resolutions. The card's 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 54,247 underline its position as a high-end part.

The RTX 4080's 320W TDP and triple-slot design indicate it is a power-hungry component, but the benchmark results justify that power draw with consistent high performance. The GPU's nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, scores nearly identically (54,209 vs 54,247, a delta of only 0.1%), meaning in Overpower, the 4080 is effectively at parity with its immediate successor in synthetic testsikuha.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data for Overpower provides a clear picture of how different settings affect performance. The Ultra preset at 4K delivers 99 avg FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a high-refresh-rate display. At 1440p Ultra, the combo produces 116 avg FPS, and at 1080p Ultra it reaches 130 avg FPS. These numbers suggest that Ultra is viable but leaves headroom for higher frame rates.

The Medium preset offers a better balance. At 4K Medium, the combo achieves 128 avg FPS with a range of 109 to 147 FPS. At 1440p Medium, it improves to 151 avg FPS (128-173 FPS range), and at 1080p Medium it hits 169 avg FPS (144-194 FPS range). The Medium settings provide a substantial frame rate boost over Ultra—29 FPS at 4K, 35 FPS at 1440p, and 39 FPS at 1080p—while likely maintaining most visual quality.

The High preset sits between Medium and Ultra. At 4K High, the combo yields 119 avg FPS; at 1440p High, 140 avg FPS; and at 1080p High, 157 avg FPS. This is 20, 24, and 27 FPS lower than Medium at the respective resolutions. The Low preset delivers the highest frame rates: 203 avg FPS at 4K, 214 at 1440p, and 223 at 1080p, but it sacrifices visual fidelity.

For the best experience, Medium settings at 1440p appear optimal. The 151 avg FPS at 2560x1440 with a minimum of 128 FPS ensures smooth gameplay without dipping below 120 FPS in the measured data. At 4K, Medium also works well with 128 avg FPScars, but the 109 FPS minimum could be noticeable on a 120Hz display. The data indicates that Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, balancing frame rate and visual quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 ranks 312 out of 3,713 tested combos in Overpower. This places the pairing in the top 8.4% of all configurations tested, which is a strong showing given the CPU's mid-range positioning. The rank reflects that the GPU is doing most of the heavy lifting, as the RTX 4080 sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 5600X only reaches the 75th percentile of all CPUs.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 21,771 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H scores 21,749 (0.1% behind), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U scores 21,874 (0.5% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-11700 scores 21,891 (0.5% ahead). This clustering suggests the 5600X is well within the performance band of its peers, and any differences in Overpower are more likely attributable to the GPU.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 54,247 is also tightly grouped with its rivals. The RTX 4080 SUPER scores 54,209 (0.1% behind), while the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828 (1.1% ahead) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698 (2.6% ahead). Despite these synthetic differences, the measured FPS in Overpower shows the RTX 4080 performing strongly, which is what ultimately matters for the game.

The rank of 312 out of 3,713 combos indicates that most higher-ranked configurations likely use a faster CPU or a second GPU, but for a single-GPU setup with a mid-range processor, this combo delivers excellent results in Overpower. The data suggests that upgrading the CPU would yield diminishing returns, as the GPU is the bottleneck at lower resolutions and settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X plays a supporting role in this combo, but its specifications still matter for Overpower's performance. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads based on the Zen 3 (Vermeer) architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 32 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (51.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide adequate data feeding for the RTX 4080.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5600X scores 1,541 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 11,838 in multi-core, which are solid numbers for a 65W TDP part. Its PassMark multithread score is 21,858, and it achieves 3,364 in PassMark single-thread. The CPU's percentile rank of 75 means it outperforms three-quarters of all CPUs tested.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent when examining FPS scaling across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 223 avg FPS, which is the highest measurement in the data. At 1440p Low, it drops to 214 avg FPS, and at 4K Low, 203 avg FPS. The relatively small drops from 1080p to 4K at Low settings (20 FPS) suggest that the CPU can keep up with the GPU even at lower resolutions where CPU load is typically higher.

However, the CPU's limitations may surface at higher settings. At 1080p Ultra, the combo produces 130 avg FPS, while at 1440p Ultra it produces 116 avg FPS, and at 4K Ultra, 99 avg FPS. The larger drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra (31 FPS) compared to Low (20 FPS) indicates that the GPU becomes more of a bottleneck at higher settings, but the CPU's single-thread performance (917 in 3DMark single-thread) still matters for maintaining frame pacing.

The Ryzen 5 5600X's 75th percentile ranking and its proximity to rivals like the Intel Core i7-11700 (0.5% difference in avg score) suggest that it is not holding back the RTX 4080 significantly in Overpower. The core count of 6 and 12 threads is sufficient for this action game, and the boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides the single-thread speed needed for game logic.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings, providing a comprehensive view of the combo's performance in Overpower.

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce 223 avg FPS, which is the maximum measured in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 169 avg FPS with a range of 144 to 194 FPS, while High settings produce 157 avg FPS. Ultra settings drop to 130 avg FPS, which is still a high frame rate but shows the cost of maximum visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the results scale predictably. Low settings achieve 214 avg FPS, Medium produces 151 avg FPS (128-173 FPS range), High yields 140 avg FPS, and Ultra drops to 116 avg FPS. The step from Low to Medium at 1440p is 63 FPS, which is a significant reduction, indicating that Medium settings impose a notable GPU load increase.

At 3840x2160, the 4K results are the most demanding. Low settings still manage 203 avg FPS, but Medium drops to 128 avg FPS with a range of 109 to 147 FPS. High settings produce 119 avg FPS, and Ultra falls to 99 avg FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 104 FPS, showing how much headroom exists for players willing to lower settings.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each step up in settings costs roughly 20-40 FPS depending on resolution. From Medium to High at 1080p, the drop is 12 FPS; at 1440p, it is 11 FPS; and at 4K, it is 9 FPS. From High to Ultra, the drops are larger: 27 FPS at 1080p, 24 FPS at 1440p, and 20 FPS at 4K. This suggests that the Ultra preset is the most demanding relative to its visual benefit.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K reveal which component is the limiting factor in Overpower. At Low settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 9 FPS (223 to 214), and from 1440p to 4K it is 11 FPS (214 to 203). The total drop from 1080p to 4K at Low is 20 FPS, or a 9% reduction. This small percentage indicates that the CPU is keeping pace and the GPU has enough headroom to handle the resolution increase with minimal penalty.

At Medium settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 18 FPS (169 to 151), and from 1440p to 4K it is 23 FPS (151 to 128). The total drop from 1080p to 4K at Medium is 41 FPS, or 24%. This larger percentage suggests that the GPU is starting to become more of a limiting factor as settings increase.

At High settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 17 FPS (157 to 140), and from 1440p to 4K it is 21 FPS (140 to 119). The total drop is 38 FPS, or 24%. At Ultra settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is 14 FPS (130 to 116), and from 1440p to 4K it is 17 FPS (116 to 99). The total drop is 31 FPS, or 24%.

The consistent 24% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Medium, High, and Ultra settings indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at these settings. The smaller 9% reduction at Low settings suggests that the CPU has enough single-thread performance (917 in 3DMark single-thread) to feed the GPU adequately at lower loads. The data shows that the RTX 4080's 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth and 48.74 TFLOPS of compute are sufficient to push Overpower to very high frame rates at 1080p, but the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are not limiting performance at any resolution tested.