Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the Intel Arc B370 ranks 2742nd out of 2980 tested combinations for Overpower. This places the combo in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, indicating that it is positioned well below the median performer. The low rank is largely attributable to the GPU’s performance profile, which sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, rather than the CPU, which lands in the 79th percentile. Consequently, this pairing is not competitive for high-refresh or high-fidelity gaming, and users should expect frame rates that are playable only at lower settings and resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s overall rank of 2742 out of 2980 is a clear signal of its tier. The data shows that this system is closer to the bottom of the tested pool than the middle, with only 238 combos performing worse. The primary bottleneck is the GPU: the Intel Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184, which is typical of entry-level integrated graphics. In contrast, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 27578 is substantial, but it is not enough to compensate for the GPU’s limitations.

The deltaPct values for the GPU’s nearest rivals put its performance into perspective. The Arc B370 is only 0.2% behind the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, 0.5% behind the ATI Radeon HD 5770, and 0.7% behind the AMD Radeon HD 7650M. It is 1.4% ahead of the AMD FirePro M2000. These are all legacy or low-power parts, which reinforces the idea that the Arc B370 is not designed for demanding gaming workloads. The CPU, by contrast, is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12600K (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (0.2% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (0.2% behind). This suggests that the CPU is a mid-range performer that is not the limiting factor in this combo.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the defining component of this combo, and its specifications explain the measured frame rates. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, which is a wide range that suggests dynamic power management. The memory is system-shared, with bandwidth that is system dependent, meaning that performance can vary based on the host system’s RAM. The GPU uses 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. It also has 10 ray tracing cores, but given the overall performance tier, ray tracing is not a practical feature for this game.

The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 1184, and its percentile rank of 5 means it outperforms only 5% of all GPUs in the database. This is a very low score, and it is consistent with the measured FPS in Overpower, which never exceeds 65 frames per second even at the lowest settings and 1080p resolution. The GPU’s pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and its texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, which are modest figures. The FP32 performance is 6.144 TFLOPS, which is low for modern gaming. The fact that this GPU has a TDP of 25 W and is an IGP (integrated graphics processor) further confirms that it is not a discrete solution.

The data indicates that the GPU is the primary constraint in this game. At 1080p Low settings, the average FPS is 65, which is the highest recorded. However, this drops to 38 at High settings, a 41.5% reduction. This sensitivity to settings suggests that the GPU is struggling to keep up with the rendering demands. The memory being system-shared is a significant disadvantage because it relies on the CPU’s DDR4 memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, which is much lower than what a dedicated GPU would have. This shared memory architecture is a likely cause of the performance ceiling.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The CPU has a 32 MB shared L3 cache, which is generous for a mid-range part. Its TDP is 65 W, making it an efficient chip. The CPU supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

Benchmark results show that the CPU is a solid performer. In Cinebench R23, it scores 13184 in multi-core and 1499 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 10779 multi-core and 2016 single-core. The Passmark multithread score is 26612, and the single-thread score is 3385. These numbers indicate that the CPU is capable of handling the game’s logic and physics, but it is underutilized in this combo because the GPU is the bottleneck.

The CPU’s percentile rank of 79 means it is better than 79% of all CPUs, which is a strong position. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12600K (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (0.2% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (0.2% behind). This shows that the CPU is well-matched to other popular mid-range processors. However, in Overpower, the CPU’s power is not fully leveraged. The game is likely GPU-bound, as evidenced by the fact that FPS does not scale well with resolution changes, which would be expected if the CPU were the limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall rank of this combo for Overpower?

A: The combo ranks 2742 out of 2980 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 8% of all systems.

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

A: The Intel Arc B370 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184, which is 0.2% behind the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and 0.5% behind the ATI Radeon HD 5770. It is 1.4% ahead of the AMD FirePro M2000.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this game?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The CPU ranks in the 79th percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile. The FPS drops significantly with increased settings, which indicates GPU limitation.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 65, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Does the CPU’s performance vary much from its closest rivals?

A: No, the CPU is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12600K (0% delta) and is only 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The GPU uses system-shared memory, meaning it relies on the CPU’s DDR4 memory. The bandwidth is system dependent, which is a performance disadvantage.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows how the combo scales across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS is 65. Moving to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 58, a reduction of 10.8%. At 3840x2160 Low, the average is 49, which is a 24.6% drop from 1080p. This scaling pattern is relatively mild, which is unusual for a game that is typically GPU-bound. The modest drop suggests that the CPU is providing some support, but the GPU is still the primary limiter.

At High settings, the scaling is more pronounced. From 1080p (38 FPS) to 1440p (34 FPS) is a 10.5% drop, and from 1440p to 4K (28 FPS) is a 17.6% drop. The overall drop from 1080p High to 4K High is 26.3%. This indicates that as the resolution increases, the GPU’s workload grows, and the frame rate suffers. The fact that the FPS does not halve when going from 1080p to 4K (which would be expected if the GPU were the sole bottleneck) suggests that the CPU is also contributing to the performance limit, but to a lesser extent.

The data shows that the combo is not suitable for 4K gaming, as even Low settings only yield 49 FPS. The sweet spot appears to be 1080p with Medium settings, where the average FPS is 41, which is playable but not smooth. The resolution scaling analysis confirms that the GPU is the limiting component, but the CPU’s performance is also a factor, as the FPS drops are not as steep as they would be if the GPU were fully saturated.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience is achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which provides an average FPS of 65. This is the only setting that delivers frame rates above 60, which is the threshold for smooth gameplay. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops to 41, which is still playable but may result in noticeable stutter during intense action scenes. The minimum FPS for Medium at 1080p is 34, which is below the 60 FPS target.

For users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1920x1080 with High settings offers an average of 38 FPS, which is borderline. The Ultra setting at 1080p yields only 31 FPS, which is not recommended for a responsive experience. At higher resolutions, the frame rates drop further, making them impractical. At 1440p, the best option is Low with 58 FPS, but this is only marginally better than the 1080p Medium experience. At 4K, even Low settings only reach 49 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for many users.

The data suggests that the optimal configuration is 1080p Low, as it is the only one that consistently provides a smooth experience. Medium settings at 1080p are a reasonable compromise, but users should be prepared for occasional drops below 40 FPS. The High and Ultra presets are not worth the performance cost, as the visual improvements are unlikely to outweigh the frame rate reduction. For this combo, the recommendation is to stick to Low or Medium settings at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average frame rates for each resolution and settings combination. The data is measured and taken directly from the benchmark results.

1920x1080:

• Low: 65 FPS average
• Medium: 41 FPS average (min 34, max 47)
• High: 38 FPS average
• Ultra: 31 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 58 FPS average
• Medium: 36 FPS average (min 31, max 42)
• High: 34 FPS average
• Ultra: 28 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 49 FPS average
• Medium: 31 FPS average (min 26, max 35)
• High: 28 FPS average
• Ultra: 24 FPS average

The data shows a consistent trend: lower settings yield higher frame rates, and lower resolutions yield higher frame rates. The only configurations that achieve 60 FPS or above are 1080p Low (65 FPS) and 1440p Low (58 FPS). The Medium setting at 1080p provides the best balance of quality and performance, but its minimum FPS of 34 indicates that it is not stable. The Ultra setting is uniformly poor across all resolutions, with the highest average being 31 FPS at 1080p. This breakdown confirms that the combo is best suited for low-detail gaming at 1080p, with the understanding that the GPU’s limitations will prevent a high-quality experience.