Overpower

Overpower, an action title released in 2023, presents an interesting test bed for the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination. The data reveals a system that performs admirably at high resolutions, but its behavior across different settings provides a clear picture of where each component's strengths and limitations lie. The benchmark results show a pairing that is capable of delivering smooth gameplay, but the path to that experience is nuanced, depending heavily on the chosen graphical presets.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform and is built on a 5 nm process node by TSMC, housing 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. Its base clock is 3.80 GHz, which can boost up to 5.30 GHz, and it carries a 65 W TDP. The processor features a substantial cache hierarchy: 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 32 MB of L3 cache. This configuration, paired with dual-channel DDR5 memory support and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, provides a robust foundation for gaming.

In synthetic benchmarks, the Ryzen 7 7700 shows a clear strength in multi-threaded workloads. It scores 8,484 in 3DMark's 16-thread test and 8,479 in the max-threads test, with a more moderate 6,933 in the 8-thread test. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 18,760, while the single-core score is 1,930. This multi-threaded capability is reflected in its average benchmark score of 40,081, which places it at the 87th percentile against all CPUs. The nearest rivals in benchmark performance are the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (0.1% faster), the Intel Core 5 221E (0.2% slower), the AMD Ryzen 9 270 (0.4% slower), and the Intel Core i9-13905H (0.6% slower).

For a game like Overpower, these numbers suggest the CPU is capable of handling the game's logic and physics without becoming a bottleneck. The high boost clock of 5.30 GHz should ensure strong performance in scenarios that rely on fast single-core execution, which is common in game engines. The data shows that the processor is well-equipped to feed the RTX 2070 SUPER with data, as the GPU is often the limiting factor in high-resolution gaming, as we will explore in later sections. The CPU's architecture and high core count also future-proof the system to some degree, but for this specific game, the results indicate that the CPU is not the primary constraint.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern for the Ryzen 7 7700 and RTX 2070 SUPER combination in Overpower. The settings are Low, Medium, High, and Ultra, each with a distinct performance profile. The data indicates that the "Ultra" preset is the most demanding, while "Low" offers the highest frame rates.

Analyzing the results, the system delivers average frame rates of 143 FPS at 1080p on Low settings, which drops to 89 FPS on Medium and 83 FPS on High. At 1440p, the Low preset achieves 127 FPS, Medium 79 FPS, and High 74 FPS. At 4K, Low yields 108 FPS, Medium 68 FPS, and High 63 FPS. The data shows that the Ultra preset is the most strainful, bringing the system to 69 FPS at 1080p, 61 FPS at 1440p, and 52 FPS at 4K. For a smooth experience, the "High" preset appears to be the most balanced, providing over 60 FPS at all tested resolutions, which meets the standard for smooth gameplay. The "Ultra" preset, while offering the highest visual fidelity, drops the average frame rate below the 60 FPS mark at 1440p (61 FPS) and 4K (52 FPS), which might be acceptable for some but could be a compromise for those seeking maximum smoothness. The "Low" preset offers the highest frame rates, but it likely comes at the cost of visual quality.

The data suggests that the "High" preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance across all resolutions, while "Ultra" is only viable if the user is willing to sacrifice frame rate for fidelity. The Medium preset is also viable, providing a solid frame rate, though the difference between Medium and High is relatively small, which is an interesting point for optimization.

FAQ

Q: What is the performance difference between the "Low" and "Ultra" presets at 1080p?

A: The average frame rate at 1080p on the "Low" preset is 143 FPS, while the "Ultra" preset achieves 69 FPS. This represents a 51.7% reduction in average frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings, indicating a significant performance cost for maximum visual fidelity.

Q: At what resolution does the RTX 2070 SUPER struggle to maintain 60 FPS on the "Ultra" preset?

A: At 4K (3840x2160), the "Ultra" preset yields an average of 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target. At 1440p, the "Ultra" preset achieves 61 FPS, which is just above the threshold. The 4K "Ultra" setting is the only configuration in the data that falls short of 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 7700 perform in multi-threaded benchmarks?

A: The CPU scores 18,760 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 15,371 in Geekbench multi-core. Its 3DMark 16-thread score is 8,484, showing strong performance in synthetic multi-threaded workloads, which translates to capable handling of complex game logic and background processes.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile based on its average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 20,282, which places it at the 65th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, with score deltas of -1% and -1.2% respectively.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between the 1440p "Medium" and "High" presets?

A: At 1440p, the "Medium" preset achieves an average of 79 FPS, while the "High" preset achieves 74 FPS. The difference is a 6.3% drop in average frame rate when moving from Medium to High.

Q: Is there a large difference between 1080p and 1440p performance on the "High" preset?

A: The average frame rate at 1080p "High" is 83 FPS, and at 1440p "High" it is 74 FPS. This is a 10.8% reduction when moving to a higher resolution, showing a moderate performance hit.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER configuration holds a rank of 2146 out of a total of 3713 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the 57.8th percentile, meaning it outperforms a little over half of the other tested configurations. This rank reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU capabilities. The CPU is a high performer, but the GPU, while still capable, is not the top-tier option in the GeForce 20-series. This combination falls in the middle of the pack, which is a fair assessment of its capabilities. The data indicates that it is a solid, but not exceptional, performer in this specific game.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is a Turing architecture GPU built on a 12 nm process by TSMC, with 13,600 million transistors on a 545 mm² die. It features 2,560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The GPU has 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, which support real-time ray tracing and AI-enhanced features, though the game's reliance on these technologies is not detailed in the data. The card is clocked at a base of 1605 MHz and boosts to 1770 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s.

In synthetic tests, the RTX 2070 SUPER achieves a Passmark G3D score of 18,169 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 90,637. Its average benchmark score is 20,282, placing it at the 65th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (1% slower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (1.2% slower), the Intel Arc B570 (1.3% slower), and the Intel Arc A750 (1.5% slower). The GPU has a 215 W TDP and is an end-of-life product, originally launched with an MSRP of 499 USD.

In the context of Overpower, the GPU's performance is the decisive factor in frame rate. The data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as the CPU is powerful enough to support the game. The 8 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the tested settings, but the GPU's computing power is what limits frame rates at higher resolutions and quality presets. The card's boost clock of 1770 MHz and 448.8 GB/s memory bandwidth are adequate for high-resolution textures, but the performance drops are more pronounced at 4K, indicating the GPU is being pushed to its limits.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across all resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are:

• Low: 143 FPS
• Medium: 89 FPS (with a min of 76 and max of 102)
• High: 83 FPS
• Ultra: 69 FPS

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are:

• Low: 127 FPS
• Medium: 79 FPS (min 67, max 91)
• High: 74 FPS
• Ultra: 61 FPS

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are:

• Low: 108 FPS
• Medium: 68 FPS (min 57, max 78)
• High: 63 FPS
• Ultra: 52 FPS

The data shows a consistent trend across all resolutions: the "Low" preset offers the highest frame rate, followed by "Medium," "High," and "Ultra." The differences between presets are not uniform. For instance, the drop from "Low" to "Medium" at 1080p is 41% (from 143 to 84 FPS), but the drop from "High" to "Ultra" is only 16.9% (from 83 to 69 FPS). This suggests that the "Ultra" preset may have diminishing returns in terms of visual quality for the performance cost. The data also shows that the "Medium" preset offers a good frame rate, but the "High" preset is only slightly lower, making it a recommended setting for those who want a more visually detailed experience without a massive FPS hit.

Resolution Scaling

The data reveals how the system's performance scales with resolution. From 1080p to 1440p on the "High" preset, the average frame rate drops from 83 FPS to 74 FPS, an 10.8% reduction. From 1440p to 4K on the same preset, the frame rate drops from 74 FPS to 63 FPS, a 14.9% reduction. The drop from 1080p to 4K on the "High" preset is a 24.1% reduction in frame rate. On the "Low" preset, the drop is more pronounced: from 143 FPS at 1080p to 127 FPS at 1440p (11.2% drop) and then to 108 FPS at 4K (15.1% drop), for a total of 24.5% from 1080p to 4K.

The scaling behavior suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The frame rate drop is not linear with resolution, which confirms that the CPU is not the bottleneck at these settings. The RTX 2070 SUPER's performance at 4K is particularly telling: at "Ultra" it falls to 52 FPS, indicating that the GPU is fully saturated at this resolution. The CPU's strong multi-core performance and high clock speed further support the idea that the GPU is the limiting component, as the frame rate drops are consistent with the increased number of pixels that need to be rendered. This indicates that the CPU has enough headroom to handle the increased workload, but the GPU cannot keep up with the demands of higher resolutions and quality presets.