Overpower

# How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 achieves a combo rank of 98 out of 2,980 tested combinations in Overpower. This places the pairing in the top 3.3% of all tested combos, a position that reflects the raw performance ceiling of the RTX 5090 as well as the capable mid-range CPU driving it. The rank is not surprising given the GPU's benchmark percentile of 92 against all tested GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. The combination of a top-tier GPU with a solidly above-average CPU produces a system that handles Overpower's demands without obvious bottlenecks at standard resolutions.

The data indicates that the CPU's nearest rivals in average benchmark score are the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% higher), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (0.2% higher), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.2% lower), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (0.3% higher). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the Ryzen 5 7400F is essentially performance-equivalent to those processors in general compute tasks. However, in the context of Overpower specifically, the GPU dominates the frame rate outcome, as evidenced by the measured FPS data across resolutions. The RTX 5090's nearest rivals in benchmark score — NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (0.3% higher), Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (0.6% higher), AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (1.1% lower), and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X (1.4% lower) — are all substantially older or lower-tier products, yet the RTX 5090 still outperforms them in aggregate benchmarks.

What the rank of 98 tells us is that this combo is exceptional, but not the absolute best. A handful of combinations with faster CPUs (those with higher single-thread performance) or more optimized pairings likely edge it out. Still, for a 6-core, 12-thread processor paired with the flagship Blackwell GPU, the result is a top-100 finish that leaves little on the table in Overpower's action-heavy scenes.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture (codenamed Raphael) using TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU's cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 with dual-channel configuration, offering 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth, and it supports ECC memory. The processor connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only) on the AMD Socket AM5 platform.

In terms of raw compute benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 7400F delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,765 and a single-core score of 3,072. Its Passmark multi-thread score is 25,645, while single-thread performance comes in at 3,689. These numbers place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms roughly 83% of processors on the market. For Overpower, an action game that typically relies on both single-thread responsiveness and multi-threaded background tasks, this CPU provides balanced performance. The 4.70 GHz boost clock is particularly relevant for frame pacing in scenes with many on-screen entities, as higher clock speeds reduce latency in physics and AI calculations.

The nearest rival comparisons show the Ryzen 5 7400F trading blows with the Intel Core i5-14600T (avg score 32,707 vs. 32,750, a 0.1% lead for the AMD chip) and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32,697, 0.2% behind). Against the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32,812, 0.2% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32,662, 0.3% behind), the differences are negligible. This indicates that in CPU-bound scenarios, the 7400F will not be the limiting factor relative to these peers. However, the CPU's 6-core/12-thread configuration is modest compared to higher-core-count alternatives, which could matter in CPU-intensive sections of Overpower, though the measured FPS suggests otherwise at the tested settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is the flagship of the GeForce 50-series, based on the GB202 chip with the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process. It features 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz, and its memory runs at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The 32 GB of GDDR7 memory is paired with a 512-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The card has a TDP of 575 W, requires a 950 W suggested PSU, and connects via PCIe 5.0 x16.

In benchmark tests, the RTX 5090 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18,355, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 334,370, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 376,728. Its Passmark G3D score is 39,650, with a GPU compute score of 26,756. These results place the GPU in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, indicating it outperforms 92% of graphics cards tested. The nearest rivals in average benchmark score are the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (79,605, 0.3% higher), Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB (79,396, 0.6% higher), AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940, 1.1% lower), and AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X (80,959, 1.4% lower). Notably, the RTX 5090's average benchmark score of 79,842 is lower than the Radeon Pro Vega 64X, but this is a quirk of the aggregate benchmark; in gaming workloads like Overpower, the RTX 5090's modern architecture and massive memory bandwidth deliver far superior results.

The 32 GB of VRAM is a defining feature for Overpower, as the game's high-resolution textures and effects can consume significant memory. At 4K Ultra settings, the GPU has ample headroom, and the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and geometry processing do not stall. The boost clock of 2407 MHz, combined with the 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance, allows the RTX 5090 to push high frame rates even at 4K, as the measured FPS data confirms.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings tiers (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 243 at Low settings to 147 at Ultra. Specifically, Low yields 243 FPS, Medium yields 191 FPS (with a min of 163 and max of 220), High yields 178 FPS, and Ultra yields 147 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 96 FPS, which is a 39.5% reduction in performance when maxing out settings.

At 1440p, the averages are 234 FPS at Low, 171 FPS at Medium (min 145, max 196), 158 FPS at High, and 131 FPS at Ultra. The drop from Low to Ultra is 103 FPS, or 44.0%. Compared to 1080p, the 1440p results are lower by 9 FPS at Low (3.7% decrease), 20 FPS at Medium (10.5% decrease), 20 FPS at High (11.2% decrease), and 16 FPS at Ultra (10.9% decrease). This indicates that the GPU is still the primary driver at 1440p, but the CPU begins to show its influence at lower settings.

At 4K (3840x2160), the averages are 222 FPS at Low, 145 FPS at Medium (min 123, max 167), 135 FPS at High, and 112 FPS at Ultra. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 110 FPS, or 49.5%. Compared to 1080p, the 4K results are 21 FPS lower at Low (8.6% decrease), 46 FPS lower at Medium (24.1% decrease), 43 FPS lower at High (24.2% decrease), and 35 FPS lower at Ultra (23.8% decrease). The larger percentage drops at Medium and above suggest that the GPU is becoming more stressed as resolution increases, while the Low setting at 4K still achieves 222 FPS, indicating a CPU limit at that point.

The Medium settings at all resolutions provide min and max FPS data, showing consistent frame times: at 1080p, min 163 and max 220; at 1440p, min 145 and max 196; at 4K, min 123 and max 167. These ranges indicate that the combo maintains relatively stable frame delivery, with the gap between min and max widening slightly at lower resolutions due to CPU-bound scenarios.

Resolution Scaling

Resolution scaling analysis reveals how the limiting component shifts as pixel count increases. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS across all settings drops by approximately 10-11% for Medium, High, and Ultra, but only 3.7% for Low. This pattern suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is the primary bottleneck at 1080p, and the modest FPS drop to 1440p reflects that the CPU load remains similar while the GPU has more pixels to render. At higher settings, the GPU becomes more involved, so the FPS drop is more pronounced.

From 1440p to 4K, the FPS reductions are larger: 5.1% at Low (from 234 to 222), 15.2% at Medium (from 171 to 145), 14.6% at High (from 158 to 135), and 14.5% at Ultra (from 131 to 112). The Low setting's small drop (only 12 FPS) again points to the CPU limiting frame rates at 4K Low, as the GPU has enough headroom to render 222 FPS but the CPU cannot push beyond that. The Medium, High, and Ultra settings show consistent 14-15% drops, indicating the GPU is now the limiting factor as resolution scales.

Overall, the data shows that at 1080p and 1440p, the combo is balanced but leans toward CPU limitation at Low settings and GPU limitation at Ultra. At 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant constraint for Medium and higher settings, while Low remains CPU-bound. The RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensure that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU does not run out of memory, but the raw compute demands of 4K reduce average FPS to 112, which is still highly playable for an action game.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in Overpower?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 98th out of 2,980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 3.3% of all pairings.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32,750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T, 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average FPS of 222. With Medium settings, it drops to 145 FPS, High settings yield 135 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 112 FPS.

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

A: At 1920x1080 Low settings, the average FPS is 243, which is the highest recorded across all resolutions and settings. The small FPS drop when moving to 1440p Low (to 234 FPS) suggests the CPU is the limiting factor at this setting, as the GPU has ample headroom.

Q: What are the FPS ranges at Medium settings across resolutions?

A: At 1080p Medium, the FPS ranges from 163 to 220, with an average of 191. At 1440p Medium, the range is 145 to 196, with an average of 171. At 4K Medium, the range is 123 to 167, with an average of 145.

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for Overpower at 4K?

A: The RTX 5090 features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory with a 512-bit bus and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth. This is more than sufficient for Overpower at 4K, as the measured FPS at 4K Ultra (112 FPS) shows no indication of memory-related stuttering or drops.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, all settings deliver playable frame rates, but Ultra settings provide 147 FPS, which is still above the 144 Hz threshold for most monitors. For maximum smoothness, Low settings at 243 FPS are ideal for competitive play, while Medium at 191 FPS offers a balance between visual quality and speed.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 171 FPS are the sweet spot, providing a 145 FPS minimum and 196 FPS maximum. High settings at 158 FPS are also viable, but Ultra at 131 FPS may dip below 144 Hz on high-refresh displays. Low settings at 234 FPS are excessive for most users, but they ensure the highest frame rates possible.

At 4K, the recommendation is High settings, which yield an average of 135 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, as Ultra drops to 112 FPS and Medium at 145 FPS is only slightly faster. Low settings at 222 FPS are not recommended for 4K because the visual quality is significantly reduced, and the CPU limit negates the GPU's advantage. For those with 120 Hz or 144 Hz 4K displays, High settings are the best choice, while Medium settings at 145 FPS are ideal for those prioritizing frame rate stability.

Overall, the data suggests that Medium or High settings across all resolutions offer the best experience, with Ultra reserved for users with lower refresh rate displays or those who prioritize visual quality over frame rate. The combo's ability to maintain above 100 FPS at 4K Ultra and above 130 FPS at 1440p Ultra demonstrates its capability to handle Overpower's demands without compromise.