Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers a commanding performance profile in Overpower, but the data reveals a system where the CPU is the primary limiting factor at lower resolutions. The combination ranks in the 95th percentile (78th out of 1744 tested combos), yet the scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K shows the GPU is never fully saturated, leaving substantial performance on the table in this action title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of diminishing returns as resolution increases, but with an unusual twist: the frame rate drops are far smaller than what a pure GPU-bound scenario would produce. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 at Ultra settings reduces average FPS from 146.7 to 128.9, a 12.1% decline. The subsequent jump to 3840x2160 at Ultra brings the average down to 107.0, another 17% reduction. These are modest penalties for a 4x increase in pixel count, indicating that the RTX 4090 is not the bottleneck at any resolution tested.

At Low settings, the pattern is even more telling. The 1080p result of 216.4 FPS drops only to 211.3 at 1440p (2.4% lower) and then to 199.9 at 4K (5.4% lower than 1440p). With a total decrease of just 7.6% from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, the data strongly suggests the Ryzen 7 5700G is capping performance. The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads at a 4.60 GHz boost clock are sufficient for high frame rates, but they cannot push beyond the 216 FPS ceiling observed at 1080p Low.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens with resolution, from 69.7 FPS at 1080p to 92.9 FPS at 4K. This indicates that at higher resolutions, the GPU workload increases enough to partially overcome the CPU limitation, allowing the RTX 4090’s 82.58 TFLOPS of FP32 performance to become more relevant. The 4K Ultra result of 107 FPS is still excellent for a demanding action game, but the scaling curve suggests that lower resolutions are leaving the GPU largely idle, waiting on the CPU to deliver frames.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo achieves in Overpower?*

A: The highest measured average FPS is 216.4, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This represents the performance ceiling imposed by the CPU in this configuration.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 107.0. This is a playable frame rate for a fast-paced action game, though it is the lowest score across all tested configurations.

Q: Is there a significant difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the difference is 13.0 FPS. Medium settings yield 169.2 FPS, while High settings produce 156.2 FPS at 2560x1440. This suggests High settings offer a noticeable visual upgrade for a moderate performance cost.

Q: Does the RTX 4090’s 24 GB of VRAM become a factor at 4K?

A: The data shows no evidence of VRAM limitations. The 4K Ultra result of 107.0 FPS is the lowest of the resolution/settings matrix, but the smooth scaling from Medium (143.5 FPS) to High (133.7 FPS) to Ultra (107.0 FPS) indicates the GPU’s memory capacity is not causing stutters or crashes, only expected performance degradation.

Q: How does this combo rank against all other tested combinations?

A: The combination ranks 78th out of 1744 tested combos, placing it in the top 4.5% of all systems tested for Overpower. This is a strong result, though the CPU’s limitations prevent a higher placement.

Q: What is the performance delta between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The gap is 69.7 FPS, with Low hitting 216.4 FPS and Ultra dropping to 146.7 FPS. This is the smallest absolute difference between the two extremes across all resolutions, further evidence of CPU bottlenecking at 1080p.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is an end-of-life flagship with a 24 GB GDDR6X memory pool and a 384-bit bus delivering 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 2520 MHz and base clock of 2235 MHz are high for the Ada Lovelace architecture, contributing to a Passmark G3D score of 38194, which places it in the 91st percentile of all GPUs. In Overpower, the GPU’s role is to provide headroom that the CPU cannot exploit.

At 4K Ultra, the RTX 4090 manages 107.0 FPS, which is a strong showing for a resolution that typically stresses even the most powerful graphics cards. The 24 GB of VRAM is plentiful for this game, as the data shows no memory-related performance cliffs. The GPU’s 82.58 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is more than sufficient for the game’s rendering demands, but the measured results show that the limiting factor is elsewhere.

The GPU’s performance relative to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks is interesting. The RTX 4090’s average benchmark score of 66473 is 0.4% lower than the NVIDIA Tesla T4 (66733), but 0.5% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla P40 (66127) and 0.9% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 (67097). These are all datacenter or prosumer cards, underscoring that the RTX 4090 is in elite company. In Overpower, the GPU’s raw power translates to high frame rates, but the CPU bottleneck is evident in the narrow FPS spread across resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 combination achieves a rank of 78 out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the 95.5th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly 95% of all systems tested. The rank reflects the high GPU performance, but the CPU’s limitations prevent a top-50 finish.

The CPU itself is in the 83rd percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 25626. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, scores 25706, a delta of -0.3%, meaning the 5700G is essentially tied with that mobile chip. The Intel Xeon D-2752TER and Intel Core 5 210H are 0.4% and 0.5% ahead, respectively. These are marginal differences, indicating the 5700G is a solidly mid-high-tier CPU, but not a flagship.

The combination’s 78th rank in a game that is action-oriented suggests that the RTX 4090 is carrying the load. If the CPU were stronger, the rank would likely be higher, as the GPU has demonstrated it can handle 4K Ultra at 107 FPS. The data shows a system that is unbalanced in favor of the GPU, which is a common pairing when users upgrade graphics first.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 216.4 at Low settings to 146.7 at Ultra. Medium settings produce 181.9 FPS, while High settings yield 173.1 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 69.7 FPS, with each tier costing roughly 25-35 FPS. The 1080p results are the highest of any resolution, but the absolute cap of 216.4 FPS suggests a CPU limit.

At 2560x1440, the scores are slightly lower across the board. Low settings hit 211.3 FPS, Medium drops to 169.2, High reaches 156.2, and Ultra falls to 128.9. The difference between Low and Ultra is 82.4 FPS, which is larger than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming more involved. The 1440p results are still exceptionally high, with even Ultra settings maintaining over 120 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops are more pronounced. Low settings achieve 199.9 FPS, Medium produces 143.5, High hits 133.7, and Ultra bottoms out at 107.0. The gap between Low and Ultra expands to 92.9 FPS, the largest of any resolution. Despite this, the 4K results are all playable, with even the lowest score exceeding 100 FPS. The data shows a smooth degradation curve, with no sudden drops that would indicate a thermal or VRAM issue.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting the highest visual fidelity, Ultra settings at 2560x1440 offer a compelling balance, delivering 128.9 FPS. This is above the 120 FPS threshold that many action game enthusiasts prefer, and the visual upgrade from High is worth the 27.3 FPS cost. At 4K, Ultra settings drop to 107.0 FPS, which is still smooth, but the 21.5 FPS gain from dropping to High (133.7 FPS) might be preferable for competitive play.

For those prioritizing frame rate, Low settings at 1080p provide the maximum measured 216.4 FPS, but this comes at a significant visual sacrifice. A more practical recommendation is Medium settings at 1440p, which yields 169.2 FPS and likely retains most of the game’s visual appeal. The jump from Medium to High at 1440p costs 13.0 FPS, which is a minor penalty for better image quality.

The data suggests that Medium settings are the sweet spot for this combo. At 1080p, Medium produces 181.9 FPS, which is 34.5 FPS lower than Low but likely a dramatic visual improvement. At 4K, Medium hits 143.5 FPS, which is 36.5 FPS higher than Ultra and still well above 120 FPS. Given the CPU bottleneck, dropping from Ultra to Medium is the most effective way to gain frame rate without sacrificing resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a Zen 3 (Cezanne) processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It has 16 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus delivering 51.2 GB/s. Its integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics are irrelevant here, but the CPU’s 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it a flexible desktop part.

In Overpower, the CPU’s role is to feed the RTX 4090 with enough frames, and the data shows it is the bottleneck. The 1080p Low result of 216.4 FPS is likely near the CPU’s maximum frame generation capability. The 3DMark single-thread score of 899 and Passmark single-thread score of 3283 indicate modest single-core performance, which is critical for action games that often rely on a few heavily threaded tasks.

The CPU’s multi-threaded performance is stronger, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20755 and a Passmark multithread score of 24419. However, Overpower does not appear to scale well beyond 8 threads, as the difference between the 3DMark 8-thread score (5648) and max-thread score (6627) is modest. The 5700G’s 16 MB of L3 cache is relatively small compared to newer CPUs, which can impact gaming performance in cache-sensitive titles. The data indicates the CPU is holding the combo back from achieving even higher frame rates, particularly at 1080p where the GPU is clearly underutilized.