Overpower

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread desktop processor built on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael codename) using TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. The chip carries 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 via a dual-channel bus, yielding 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The CPU also includes Radeon integrated graphics and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU.

In synthetic benchmarks, this processor posts a 3DMark single-thread score of 999 and a max-thread score of 6503. Cinebench R23 results show 3246 for single-core and 22992 for multicore. The PassMark single-thread score is 3910, with a multithread score of 27058. Its average benchmark score is 26617, placing it in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs.

For Overpower, the game's measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 260.1 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra it drops to 151.3 FPS. The 6-core/12-thread configuration appears sufficient to feed the GPU at lower settings, since the frame rate scales more with resolution than with CPU load changes across the measured rows. The boost clock of 5.10 GHz helps sustain high single-thread performance, which is relevant for a game where per-core performance can limit frame pacing. The data indicates that the CPU is not the bottleneck at 1080p Low, as the 260.1 FPS result is the highest in the entire measured set. At higher settings, the frame rate drops by 41.8% from Low to Ultra at 1080p, suggesting the GPU becomes the limiting factor as graphical load increases.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture (GB202 chip) using a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates with a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The card includes 21760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. Its FP32 compute is rated at 104.8 TFLOPS, with a pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. The TDP is 575 W, requiring a suggested 950 W PSU and a single 16-pin power connector.

In synthetic tests, the RTX 5090 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14411, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 380114, and a PassMark G3D score of 39650. Its average benchmark score is 84306, placing it in the 94th percentile among all GPUs.

The measured FPS data for Overpower shows the GPU's capabilities clearly. At 4K Ultra, the combo still delivers 113 FPS, which is well above playable thresholds for most displays. The VRAM capacity of 32 GB is far beyond what the game likely requires, even at 4K Ultra with high-resolution textures, so memory capacity is not a limiting factor in any of the measured scenarios. The boost clock of 2407 MHz helps maintain consistent frame delivery across settings. The data shows that from 4K Low (236.6 FPS) to 4K Ultra (113 FPS), the GPU's performance scales with graphical intensity, with a 52.2% drop in frame rate from Low to Ultra at 4K. This indicates the game is heavily GPU-bound at higher settings, which is consistent with the RTX 5090's high compute throughput.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 18th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the top 1% of all configurations tested for this game. The rank of 18 out of 1744 means the combo outperforms 99% of the field, which is notable given the CPU's mid-range positioning. The CPU alone sits in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, but the GPU's 94th percentile ranking lifts the overall combo performance.

The data shows that the RTX 5090 is the dominant component in this pairing. The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (0.2% higher average score), Intel Core i9-12900HK (0.2% lower), AMD EPYC 8024P (0.2% higher), and Intel Core i9-11900K (0.3% higher). These small deltas indicate the Ryzen 5 7600's CPU performance is tightly clustered with several other processors, meaning swapping the CPU for a slightly faster model would have minimal impact on the overall combo ranking in Overpower. The GPU's nearest rivals—NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D (0.1% higher), RTX 5050 Mobile (0.2% higher), AMD Radeon PRO W6600 (1.3% higher), and NVIDIA CMP 40HX (1.6% lower)—show that the RTX 5090 is also closely matched with similar-tier cards. The combo's high rank is primarily attributable to the GPU's exceptional compute capabilities, while the CPU provides adequate support without becoming a significant bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance.

At 1920x1080, the combo achieves 260.1 FPS on Low, 191.5 FPS on Medium, 182.4 FPS on High, and 151.3 FPS on Ultra. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 41.8% reduction in frame rate. The gap between Medium and High is relatively small (4.8%), while the drop from High to Ultra is more pronounced at 17.1%.

At 2560x1440, the results are 249.1 FPS on Low, 171.5 FPS on Medium, 158.1 FPS on High, and 131.5 FPS on Ultra. The reduction from Low to Ultra is 47.2%, which is larger than at 1080p, indicating increased GPU load at higher resolution. The Medium-to-High gap is 7.8%, and High-to-Ultra is 16.8%.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are 236.6 FPS on Low, 146.9 FPS on Medium, 136.9 FPS on High, and 113 FPS on Ultra. The Low-to-Ultra reduction is 52.2%, the largest across all resolutions. The Medium-to-High gap narrows to 6.8%, while High-to-Ultra is 17.5%.

Comparing across resolutions, the Low preset shows a 9.9% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 5.0% further drop from 1440p to 4K. For Ultra, the drops are 13.1% from 1080p to 1440p and 14.1% from 1440p to 4K. These numbers indicate that at Low settings, the GPU remains highly capable even at 4K, while at Ultra, the 4K resolution imposes a significant load that reduces frame rates below the 1440p and 1080p results.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Overpower?

A: Based on the measured data, 1080p Low delivers the highest average FPS at 260.1. However, 4K Ultra still achieves 113 FPS, which is playable. The data suggests that 4K High (136.9 FPS) or 4K Medium (146.9 FPS) provides a good balance of visual quality and frame rate.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from Low to Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p, the drop is 41.8% (from 260.1 to 151.3 FPS). At 1440p, the drop is 47.2% (from 249.1 to 131.5 FPS). At 4K, the drop is 52.2% (from 236.6 to 113 FPS). The percentage loss increases with resolution.

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

A: The data shows 260.1 FPS at 1080p Low, which is the highest measured result. Since the frame rate is so high, the CPU's single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score of 999) appears sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at this setting.

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

A: This combo ranks 18th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 1% of all configurations tested.

Q: What is the difference in frame rate between 1440p and 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At 1440p Ultra, the combo achieves 131.5 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it achieves 113 FPS. This represents a 14.1% reduction when moving from 1440p to 4K.

Q: Does the GPU's 32 GB VRAM affect performance in this game?

A: The measured data does not indicate any VRAM-related performance issues across the tested resolutions and settings. The 32 GB capacity is ample for the game's demands, as frame rates scale smoothly with resolution and settings without unexpected drops.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target frame rate and resolution. For 4K displays, the Medium preset at 146.9 FPS provides a smooth experience well above 144 Hz refresh rates, while High at 136.9 FPS and Ultra at 113 FPS offer higher visual fidelity with still-playable frame rates. The data indicates that 4K Ultra is viable for 60 Hz displays, but for 120 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors, Medium or High are better choices.

At 1440p, the Ultra preset at 131.5 FPS is a strong choice for high-refresh-rate displays, while Medium at 171.5 FPS and High at 158.1 FPS offer even higher frame rates with some visual trade-offs. The Low preset at 249.1 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where maximum frame rate is prioritized over visual quality.

At 1080p, all settings exceed 150 FPS, with Ultra at 151.3 FPS being the lowest. For users with 240 Hz or 360 Hz displays, the Low preset at 260.1 FPS or Medium at 191.5 FPS will better utilize the display's capabilities. The High preset at 182.4 FPS provides a balanced experience.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is the 1440p Medium preset at 171.5 FPS, which offers a high frame rate while maintaining reasonable visual quality. For users prioritizing visual fidelity at 4K, the High preset at 136.9 FPS delivers a good balance, while 4K Ultra at 113 FPS remains viable for standard 60 Hz monitors. The data shows diminishing returns when moving from Medium to High at 4K (6.8% drop), but a larger penalty when moving from High to Ultra (17.5%). Therefore, the 4K High preset represents the sweet spot for this combo, providing near-Ultra visuals with a comfortable frame rate margin.