Overpower

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination delivers a playable but not exceptional experience in Overpower, ranking near the bottom quartile of tested configurations. The data shows that the RTX 5050 is the primary bottleneck, as frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings, while the 16-core CPU provides ample headroom. This combo ranks 2361 out of 2980 tested combos, placing it in the 21st percentile, which indicates that while the system is functional, most other pairings deliver higher performance in this specific Action title.

FAQ

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

A: The combo ranks 2361 out of 2980 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 21% of all configurations, indicating that the pairing is below average for this game.

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

A: The Ryzen 9 8945HX has an average benchmark score of 76212, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (76155). It is 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (75779) and 0.4% behind both the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P (76492) and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (76513).

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved at 1080p?

A: The highest average frame rate at 1920x1080 is 113 FPS, which is achieved with Low settings. The lowest average at that resolution is 54 FPS on Ultra settings.

Q: Is the RTX 5050's performance closer to older or newer GPUs?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035. This is 1.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (20713) but 0.6% lower than the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (21153). It is also 1% lower than the AMD Radeon HD 8970M (21237).

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 1440p with High settings?

A: No. At 2560x1440 with High settings, the average frame rate is 58 FPS. To achieve a 60+ FPS average at this resolution, you must lower settings to Low, which yields 100 FPS.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS recorded is 45, with an average of 53 FPS and a maximum of 61 FPS. This is the only resolution/settings combination where minimum and maximum FPS values are provided.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is the decisive component in this combo's gaming performance, and the measured FPS data confirms that its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus are sufficient for Overpower but not generous. The GPU has a base clock of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz, with a memory speed of 2500 MHz (20 Gbps effective), producing a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 17326 in Passmark G3D and 2502 in 3DMark Steel Nomad, placing it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs.

The RTX 5050's performance in Overpower scales in a predictable linear fashion with settings. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 113 FPS on Low to 70 FPS on Medium, 65 FPS on High, and 54 FPS on Ultra. This represents a 52% reduction in average FPS from Low to Ultra. The same pattern appears at 2560x1440, where the average drops from 100 FPS on Low to 48 FPS on Ultra, a similar 52% decrease. At 3840x2160, the average falls from 85 FPS on Low to 41 FPS on Ultra, a 52% decrease as well.

The data indicates that the GPU's 8 GB VRAM is not a limiting factor at 4K, as the frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent across all settings. The 128-bit memory bus and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for this title, as the game does not appear to require more memory bandwidth. The GPU's performance is comparable to the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, with the RTX 5050 being 0.6% slower in average benchmark score, and the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, which it outperforms by 1.6%. This places the RTX 5050 in a performance class that struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, but it can handle 1080p and 1440p with adjusted settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX provides substantial processing power that is not fully utilized in Overpower, given the GPU's lower performance ceiling. This 16-core, 32-thread processor is based on the Zen 4 architecture (Dragon Range) and operates at a base clock of 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its 64 MB of L3 cache and 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are more than sufficient for this Action game. The CPU's synthetic performance is impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42713 and a single-core score of 6030, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs.

Benchmark results show the CPU's average score of 76212 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, differing by only 0.1%. The data suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in Overpower, as frame rates are consistent with the GPU's capabilities. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 113 on Low to 54 on Ultra, a spread that is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rates would be more consistent across resolutions, but the data shows a clear drop from 1080p to 4K for every settings preset.

The CPU's 16 cores and 32 threads are overkill for this game, and its 55 W TDP suggests it is a high-performance mobile part. The Passmark multi-thread score of 51405 and single-thread score of 3907 further confirm its strength. In Overpower, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with enough data, which it does without issue. The measured FPS results show that even at Low settings with 113 FPS average at 1080p, the CPU does not cause frame drops, as the minimum FPS is not listed for this configuration, implying it stayed within acceptable bounds. This combination would benefit from a more powerful GPU to better utilize the CPU's capabilities, but as measured, the CPU's performance is a non-factor in limiting frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution, with the data showing diminishing returns for higher settings. For a smooth 60 FPS experience at 1920x1080, Medium settings are the best choice, delivering an average of 70 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS. High settings at 1080p produce 65 FPS average, which is playable but offers a negligible visual improvement over Medium for a 7% performance loss. Ultra settings at 1080p drop to 54 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and not recommended for fast-paced action.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to Low settings, which yield an average of 100 FPS. Medium settings at 1440p produce 63 FPS average with a minimum of 53 FPS, which is borderline playable but risks dips below 60 FPS. High settings at 1440p average 58 FPS, which is not ideal for a consistent experience. Ultra settings at 1440p average 48 FPS, which is too low for smooth gameplay. For 4K, Low settings are the only viable option, with an average of 85 FPS. Medium settings at 4K average 53 FPS with a minimum of 45 FPS, which is playable but with noticeable stutter potential. High and Ultra at 4K average 50 FPS and 41 FPS respectively, both of which are below the preferred 60 FPS target.

The best experience per the measured rows is achieved by prioritizing a consistent 60 FPS frame rate over visual fidelity. At 1080p, Medium settings provide the best balance, with the minimum FPS recorded at 60. At 1440p, Low settings are required for a comfortable margin, as the 100 FPS average leaves ample headroom. At 4K, Low settings are the only way to maintain a high frame rate, with the 85 FPS average being the best result at that resolution. The data shows that the jump from Medium to High settings costs roughly 7-8% performance at all resolutions, while the jump from High to Ultra costs about 17-20%, making Medium the sweet spot for visual quality and performance.

How This Combo Ranks

This configuration ranks 2361 out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the bottom 21% of all systems. This rank reflects the GPU's modest performance, as the CPU is a high-end part that would typically be paired with a stronger graphics card. The combo's position indicates that most other tested combinations, including those with slower CPUs but faster GPUs, achieve higher frame rates in this game.

The GPU's percentile of 66% versus the CPU's 95% percentile highlights the mismatch in this pairing. The RTX 5050's average benchmark score of 21035 places it in the lower two-thirds of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 9 8945HX's score of 76212 puts it in the top 5% of CPUs. This imbalance is reflected in the game's measured FPS, which are limited by the GPU's capabilities. The combo's rank suggests that users would see significant improvements by pairing the CPU with a more powerful GPU, or by pairing the GPU with a less expensive CPU to create a more balanced system.

The data shows that the GPU's nearest rivals are all older or lower-tier models, with the RTX 5050 being 1% slower than the AMD Radeon HD 8970M and 1.6% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT. These comparisons underscore the GPU's position in the current market, which directly impacts the combo's rank. The CPU, on the other hand, is competitive with the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D, differing by less than 1% in average score. This means the CPU is not the reason for the low rank; the GPU is the limiting factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 113 FPS on Low, 70 FPS on Medium, 65 FPS on High, and 54 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting has a minimum FPS of 60 and a maximum of 81, while the other settings do not have min/max values recorded. This resolution delivers the highest frame rates, with Low settings providing a 113 FPS average that is more than double the 54 FPS average on Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are 100 FPS on Low, 63 FPS on Medium, 58 FPS on High, and 48 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting has a minimum FPS of 53 and a maximum of 72. The transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a performance drop of approximately 11-13% across all settings, with Low dropping from 113 to 100 FPS, Medium from 70 to 63 FPS, High from 65 to 58 FPS, and Ultra from 54 to 48 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 85 FPS on Low, 53 FPS on Medium, 50 FPS on High, and 41 FPS on Ultra. The Medium setting has a minimum FPS of 45 and a maximum of 61. The jump from 1440p to 4K causes a larger performance drop of 15-18%, with Low falling from 100 to 85 FPS, Medium from 63 to 53 FPS, High from 58 to 50 FPS, and Ultra from 48 to 41 FPS. The data shows a consistent pattern where the delta between Low and Ultra is roughly 52-53% at every resolution, indicating that the game's settings scale uniformly regardless of resolution.

The only complete data set with min/max values is the Medium preset, which shows frame time variance. At 1080p Medium, the range is 60-81 FPS, at 1440p Medium it is 53-72 FPS, and at 4K Medium it is 45-61 FPS. This variance of roughly 21 FPS across all resolutions suggests that the game has consistent frame pacing issues on this hardware, but the average FPS remains the best indicator of overall performance. The Low settings at each resolution provide the highest averages, with 113 FPS at 1080p, 100 FPS at 1440p, and 85 FPS at 4K, making them the best choice for competitive play where high frame rates are essential.