Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Overpower, with the CPU providing ample headroom for the GPU to operate at high frame rates across all tested settings. The 12-core, 24-thread processor, based on the Zen 3 architecture, clocks up to 4.80 GHz from a 3.70 GHz base, and its performance profile suggests it is not the limiting factor in this pairing. Benchmark data shows the CPU achieving an average score of 39453, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU’s average benchmark score of 42576 places it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. This balance indicates a system where the GPU handles the graphical workload efficiently, and the CPU’s multi-threaded capabilities (a 3dmark_max_threads score of 10075) ensure consistent frame delivery.

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

The Ryzen 9 5900X’s 12 cores and 24 threads are significant for Overpower, as the game’s engine can leverage multi-threaded workloads, particularly at higher resolutions where frame times can become more variable. The processor’s boost clock of 4.80 GHz provides strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3dmark_single_thread score of 941 and a passmark_single_thread score of 3469, which is critical for maintaining high average FPS in action-heavy scenes. In comparison to its nearest rivals, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 39453 is 0.2% higher than the AMD EPYC 4245P’s 39383, 0.9% higher than the Intel Core i7-13700F’s 39095, and 1% lower than the Intel Core i7-13700’s 39857. The deltaPct values show that the 5900X is competitive, but the data also reveals that in multi-threaded synthetic tests like cinebench_r23_multicore (scoring 33150), the processor excels, suggesting that it can handle any background tasks or game engine threads without bottlenecking the GPU.

The relationship between CPU and game results is evident in the measured FPS data. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the average FPS ranges from 113.8 at Ultra to 230.5 at Low. The high frame rates at this resolution, particularly the 230.5 FPS on Low, indicate that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to push beyond typical 144Hz monitor refresh rates. However, the data shows diminishing returns as resolution increases. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 101 at Ultra and 212.8 at Low, while at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields 88.3 FPS and Low yields 175.9 FPS. This pattern suggests that while the CPU’s 24 threads are beneficial, the primary performance driver at higher resolutions is the GPU, as the workload shifts from CPU-bound to GPU-bound. The CPU’s 64 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s) provide sufficient data throughput for the GPU’s demands, ensuring that the system does not suffer from memory latency issues that could hamper frame pacing.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy across the three resolutions and four settings presets. For a smooth 60 FPS experience at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is not viable, as it averages 88.3 FPS, which is above 60 but may not sustain consistent performance in demanding scenes. The High preset at 4K, averaging 105.8 FPS, offers a better balance, while Medium (110.8 FPS) and Low (175.9 FPS) provide higher headroom. However, the data suggests that the optimal experience is achieved at 2560x1440, where the High preset averages 122.6 FPS and Ultra averages 101 FPS. These figures indicate that 1440p High is the sweet spot for this combination, providing a significant visual quality improvement over 1080p while maintaining frame rates well above 100 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p (133.7 FPS) and Low (212.8 FPS) are also viable, but High offers the best balance of fidelity and performance.

At 1920x1080, the data shows that the Ultra preset (113.8 FPS) is the only setting that dips below 140 FPS, while High (140.1 FPS) and Medium (149 FPS) are close, and Low (230.5 FPS) is exceptionally high. For users with 144Hz monitors, the High preset at 1080p is the recommended starting point, as it provides a 26.3 FPS advantage over Ultra. Comparing across resolutions, the data indicates that the Ultra preset at 1440p (101 FPS) outperforms the Ultra preset at 4K (88.3 FPS) by 12.7 FPS, and the High preset at 1440p (122.6 FPS) is 16.8 FPS faster than High at 4K (105.8 FPS). This suggests that users should prioritize 1440p over 4K to maximize the visual experience without sacrificing frame rate, as the GPU’s 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1440p but not fully adequate for 4K Ultra settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 with High settings provides the best balance, averaging 122.6 FPS. This is 16.8 FPS higher than the 4K High preset (105.8 FPS) and offers a significant quality improvement over 1080p High (140.1 FPS).

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Overpower?*

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 88.3 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh-rate displays. The High preset (105.8 FPS) is more suitable for 4K, providing a smoother experience.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall performance?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X’s average benchmark score of 39453 is 0.2% higher than the AMD EPYC 4245P (39383) and 0.9% higher than the Intel Core i7-13700F (39095), but it is 1% lower than the Intel Core i7-13700 (39857). This indicates that the 5900X is a competitive high-end processor.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER a strong performer relative to other GPUs?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score of 42576 places it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. It is 0.2% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42653) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (42723), but 1.4% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 580X (41991).

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 230.5 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 113.8 FPS. This represents a 116.7 FPS difference, or roughly 50.6% higher performance on Low, which is a substantial gain for competitive play.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves a combo rank of 261 out of 1744 tested combinations in Overpower. This places the setup in the top 15% of all tested combos, indicating a high level of performance. The rank is a composite of the CPU and GPU’s individual capabilities, as well as how they interact in this specific game. The CPU’s 90th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 84th percentile ranking suggest that the GPU is the slightly weaker link, but the overall combo rank is strong. Compared to other potential pairings, this system is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, as evidenced by the measured FPS data. The rank of 261 out of 1744 means that there are 260 combos that perform better, likely featuring more powerful GPUs or newer CPUs, but this setup still delivers excellent frame rates for the majority of gaming scenarios. The data indicates that the combo is particularly effective at 2560x1440, where it can sustain over 100 FPS on Ultra settings, which is a key metric for high-refresh-rate displays.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is a critical component for Overpower’s performance, as its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 192-bit memory bus (providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s) determine how well the game’s textures and effects are handled. The GPU’s boost clock of 2475 MHz and base clock of 1980 MHz, based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, allow it to deliver high compute throughput, as indicated by its fp32 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS. The memory clock of 1313 MHz, effective 21 Gbps, ensures that the GPU can quickly access data, which is crucial for maintaining high average FPS in action sequences. Benchmark results show the GPU achieving a passmark_g3d score of 29995 and a 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 4627, highlighting its DirectX 12 capability.

The GPU’s role is particularly evident when comparing performance across resolutions. At 3840x2160, the frame rates drop significantly from Low (175.9 FPS) to Ultra (88.3 FPS), a 87.6 FPS difference. This drop is more pronounced at 4K than at 1080p, where the difference between Low and Ultra is 116.7 FPS. The data suggests that the GPU’s 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at all settings, but at 4K Ultra, the memory capacity may be a limiting factor, as the average FPS falls below the 90 FPS threshold. The GPU’s 80 ROPs and 224 TMUs contribute to pixel and texture fill rates of 198.0 GPixel/s and 554.4 GTexel/s, respectively, which are adequate for the game’s graphical demands. The fact that the GPU is end-of-life and its predecessor is the GeForce 30 series, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor, suggests that it is still a capable performer for this game, as the measured data confirms.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data for the Ryzen 9 5900X and RTX 4070 SUPER combination in Overpower is detailed below, with exact average FPS values for each resolution and settings preset.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields an average FPS of 88.3, which is the lowest of all settings at this resolution. The High preset improves this to 105.8 FPS, a 17.5 FPS increase. The Medium preset averages 110.8 FPS, which is 22.5 FPS higher than Ultra, while the Low preset reaches 175.9 FPS, a substantial 87.6 FPS improvement over Ultra. This data indicates that at 4K, the GPU’s performance is heavily influenced by the settings preset, with Low providing nearly double the frame rate of Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 101 FPS, which is 12.7 FPS higher than the 4K Ultra preset. The High preset at 1440p averages 122.6 FPS, a 16.8 FPS improvement over 4K High. The Medium preset yields 133.7 FPS, while the Low preset averages 212.8 FPS, a 111.8 FPS difference from Ultra. This resolution shows a more balanced distribution, with High and Medium both exceeding 120 FPS, making it the recommended resolution for a high-refresh-rate experience.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 113.8 FPS, which is the lowest at this resolution. The High preset averages 140.1 FPS, a 26.3 FPS increase over Ultra. The Medium preset yields 149 FPS, while the Low preset reaches 230.5 FPS, the highest measured value in the entire dataset. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 116.7 FPS, indicating that the CPU and GPU combination can easily handle the game at lower settings for maximum frame rates. Overall, the data shows a consistent pattern: as resolution increases, the impact of the settings preset on average FPS becomes more pronounced, with the GPU being the primary determinant of performance at 4K.