Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a playable experience in Overpower, but the data reveals a system that is consistently GPU-bound, especially at higher resolutions. The measured frame rates show a clear hierarchy across settings, with the combination ranking in the 1054th position out of 1744 tested combos, placing it in the upper-middle tier. The performance curve suggests that while the 8-core CPU provides a solid foundation, the limits of this pairing are most often defined by the graphics card's ability to push pixels at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K has a profound impact on the RTX 2070 SUPER's performance. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 83.3 FPS at 1920x1080 to 74.3 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 62.3 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 25% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K, which is a classic sign of a GPU-limited scenario. The frame rate does not scale linearly with pixel count, indicating that the graphics card is the primary bottleneck as the resolution increases.

Looking at the Low preset, the pattern becomes even more telling. The system achieves 141.8 FPS at 1080p, drops to 129 FPS at 1440p, and then falls to 108.7 FPS at 4K. The relatively small delta between 1080p and 1440p (12.8 FPS) compared to the larger drop to 4K (20.3 FPS from 1440p) suggests that at lower settings, the CPU has more headroom, but the GPU still struggles with the 4K pixel count. The data implies that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting component at 4K, while the Ryzen 7 3700X has enough compute power to keep up at lower resolutions.

The scaling between Medium and Ultra settings further confirms this. At 4K, the gap between Medium (70.7 FPS) and Ultra (52.1 FPS) is 18.6 FPS, which is substantial. This indicates that the GPU's shading units, texture units, and memory bandwidth are being saturated by the higher fidelity settings. The fact that the 4K Ultra setting dips to 52.1 FPS, below the 60 FPS threshold, shows a hard limit for this combination at the highest fidelity.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 3700X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Matisse. Its base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide adequate single-thread performance for gaming. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 2694 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 19087 in multi-core, which places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. This suggests that the processor has enough raw compute power to feed the GPU in most scenarios.

However, the CPU's role in Overpower appears to be secondary to the GPU. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, where the CPU is most likely to be the bottleneck, the system achieves 141.8 FPS. This is a strong result, but it is not exceptionally high, suggesting that the CPU is not holding the system back from reaching much higher frame rates. The Ryzen 7 3700X's performance is close to its nearest rivals, with a deltaPct of -0.1 against the Intel Core i5-12600 and 0.1 against the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT, indicating that it is a balanced performer rather than a standout.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and dual-channel DDR4 support are adequate for this game. The 32 MB of L3 cache helps with data locality, but the game's demands appear to be more graphics-centric. The fact that the 3700X is in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, yet the combo ranks in the 60th percentile (1054/1744), reinforces the idea that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining overall frame rates in Overpower.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture, featuring 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. Its base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz, combined with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, provide 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is critical for high-resolution gaming, as the data shows that the GPU struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra.

The GPU's compute capabilities, measured at 9.062 TFLOPS FP32, are modest by modern standards. In the PassMark G3D benchmark, the RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18169, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the RTX 4060 Mobile (deltaPct of -2.3) and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (deltaPct of 2.5), indicating that it sits in a competitive but not dominant position.

The VRAM usage is likely a factor at 4K Ultra. With 8 GB of GDDR6, the card may be hitting memory capacity limits, which would explain the significant frame rate drop from 70.7 FPS at 4K Medium to 52.1 FPS at 4K Ultra. The bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s is sufficient for 1440p, but at 4K with Ultra textures, the memory subsystem appears to become a bottleneck. The data suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER is best suited for 1440p gaming, where it can maintain playable frame rates across all settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal experience for this combo depends on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 83.3 FPS, which is a solid balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset at 91.6 FPS is also viable, but the Ultra preset at 67 FPS is playable and offers the best image quality. For a competitive edge, the Low preset at 141.8 FPS provides the highest frame rate, but the visual downgrade may not be worth it for all players.

At 2560x1440, the High preset at 74.3 FPS is the sweet spot. It stays above 60 FPS and offers good visual quality. The Medium preset at 80.7 FPS is also a strong choice if slightly lower fidelity is acceptable. The Ultra preset at 60.1 FPS is right at the threshold, making it a risky choice for those who prefer a consistent frame rate. The Low preset at 129 FPS is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors but sacrifices too much visual detail for most players.

At 3840x2160, the situation is more constrained. The Medium preset at 70.7 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a smooth experience without overwhelming the GPU. The High preset at 62.3 FPS is also playable, but the Ultra preset at 52.1 FPS should be avoided due to the noticeable drop below 60 FPS. The Low preset at 108.7 FPS is viable for those who prioritize frame rate over visuals, but it defeats the purpose of 4K gaming.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 1054th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the 60th percentile of all tested systems, which is a respectable position given the age of the components. The ranking reflects the GPU's 65th percentile performance and the CPU's 85th percentile performance, indicating that the combo is stronger on the CPU side but is held back by the GPU.

This ranking suggests that the system is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it is not a top-tier performer at 4K. The data shows that the combo is competitive with systems that feature the RTX 2070 SUPER's nearest rivals, such as the RTX 4060 Mobile, but it falls short of systems with more modern GPUs. The 1054th rank out of 1744 combos implies that there is a significant number of faster systems, but this pairing still offers a capable gaming experience for most titles.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 is the sweet spot, with the High preset delivering 74.3 FPS and the Ultra preset at 60.1 FPS. This resolution balances visual quality with playable frame rates.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 28631, which is -0.1% compared to the Intel Core i5-12600 and 0.1% compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT. This indicates a near-tie in overall performance.

*Q: Is the RTX 2070 SUPER capable of 4K gaming in Overpower?*

A: Yes, but with compromises. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 70.7 FPS, while the High preset drops to 62.3 FPS. The Ultra preset at 52.1 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and is not recommended.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER is in the 65th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22206. It is -0.5% behind the NVIDIA RTX A400 and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700.

Q: What is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 141.8 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. The next highest is 129 FPS at 2560x1440 with the Low preset.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the system achieves 141.8 FPS, which is a strong result. The CPU's single-core score of 2694 in Cinebench R23 suggests it has enough headroom to avoid being a major bottleneck at this resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 141.8 FPS on Low, 91.6 FPS on Medium, 83.3 FPS on High, and 67 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 52.8% decrease in performance, which is typical for a game that scales well with GPU load.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are 129 FPS on Low, 80.7 FPS on Medium, 74.3 FPS on High, and 60.1 FPS on Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is most pronounced at the Low preset (9.0% decrease), while the Ultra preset only loses 10.3% of its performance.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 108.7 FPS on Low, 70.7 FPS on Medium, 62.3 FPS on High, and 52.1 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the lowest measured, representing a 63.3% decrease from the 1080p Low result. The data across all resolutions and settings shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary limiter, with the Ryzen 7 3700X providing ample support.