Overpower

# Overpower with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers a formidable gaming experience in Overpower, an Action title released in August 2023. This combination ranks 561st out of 2,980 tested combos, placing it in the top 19% of all configurations. The data reveals a system that excels at high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming while maintaining playable frame rates at 4K, with the CPU's 16 Zen 5 cores and the GPU's 32 GB of GDDR7 memory working in concert to produce results that are consistently strong across all tested settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data across resolutions tells a clear story about where the bottleneck lies in this system. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 222 FPS, which drops to 198 FPS at 1440p and further to 168 FPS at 4K. This represents a 24.3% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 15.2% additional drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU's 16 cores and 32 threads are working hard to feed the GPU, while at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes more dominant.

Moving to High settings, the scaling shifts noticeably. At 1080p High, the average is 129 FPS, dropping to 115 FPS at 1440p (a 10.9% reduction) and then to 98 FPS at 4K (a 14.8% reduction). The relatively smaller percentage drops at 1440p High compared to 1440p Low indicate that the RTX 5090's 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is being utilized more effectively as pixel count increases, reducing the CPU's relative influence.

Ultra settings reveal the most dramatic resolution scaling. The system produces 107 FPS at 1080p, 95 FPS at 1440p, and 81 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result represents a 24.3% drop from 1080p Ultra, which is nearly identical to the percentage drop seen at Low settings. This consistency suggests that Overpower scales resolution demands in a predictable fashion across settings levels, with the GPU's 1.79 TB/s memory bandwidth proving sufficient to handle the increased data throughput at all resolutions.

The Medium settings data, which includes min and max FPS figures, provides additional insight. At 4K Medium, the system averages 105 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and maximum of 121 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average rises to 124 FPS with a range of 105-142 FPS, while 1080p Medium hits 139 FPS with a range of 118-160 FPS. The min FPS values at each resolution stay above 90 FPS even at 4K, indicating that frame pacing remains stable throughout intense scenes, with the 90 FPS minimum at 4K Medium suggesting the RTX 5090's 32 GB frame buffer is never close to being exhausted.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090's specifications directly explain several observed performance characteristics. Its 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus provides 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Overpower at any resolution or settings combination tested. The fact that 4K Ultra still yields 81 FPS suggests the game's texture and geometry data fits comfortably within the frame buffer, with no evidence of memory capacity becoming a limiting factor.

The GPU's clock behavior is notable in the context of these results. With a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, the RTX 5090 demonstrates that Blackwell 2.0 architecture can maintain high sustained clocks during gaming workloads. The 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die at 5 nm process node translate to 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs, which collectively produce the 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput that drives the measured frame rates.

The 170 ray tracing cores and 680 tensor cores present in the GB202 chip are relevant even in a non-ray-traced title like Overpower, as they contribute to the GPU's overall geometry processing and compute capabilities. The 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate and 1,636.8 GTexel/s texture rate explain why the GPU can maintain 222 FPS at 1080p Low without breaking a sweat, as the fill rate requirements at that resolution are well below the GPU's theoretical maximum.

The RTX 5090's performance percentile of 92% versus all GPUs places it near the top of the hierarchy, though its nearest rivals in the database include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB (0.3% ahead) and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (1.1% behind). These deltas are minimal, suggesting that in aggregate benchmark terms, the RTX 5090 is closely matched with these competing products, even though its gaming-specific performance in Overpower may differ due to architectural advantages.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 561 out of 2,980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the 81st percentile of all configurations. This is a strong result, though not a top-tier one, which is somewhat surprising given the individual components' high benchmark scores. The CPU's percentile of 95% versus all CPUs and the GPU's 92% percentile would suggest a higher combined ranking, but the data indicates that Overpower may not fully utilize the extreme capabilities of either component.

Examining the CPU's nearest rivals provides context for this ranking. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX scores 1.6% higher than the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 in aggregate benchmarks, while the Intel Core i9-14900K is 1.7% higher, and the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P and Ryzen 9 8945HX are 1.6% and 2.0% lower, respectively. These small deltas suggest that the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 sits in a competitive performance band where no single CPU has a dramatic advantage, meaning the combo ranking is more influenced by GPU performance and game-specific optimization.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show even tighter clustering. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB is 0.3% ahead, the Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB is 0.6% ahead, and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT is 1.1% behind, while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X trails by 1.4%. The RTX 5090's 92nd percentile ranking with such close rivals indicates that the benchmark database captures a performance plateau at this level, where incremental gains in synthetic tests do not necessarily translate to proportional FPS improvements in Overpower.

The rank of 561 suggests that many other combos outperform this pairing in this specific game. Given that the RTX 5090 is a flagship GPU and the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a high-end mobile CPU, one might expect a higher ranking. However, the data reveals that Overpower may be more sensitive to other system characteristics, such as memory latency or driver optimization, rather than raw compute throughput alone.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data across all four settings levels and three resolutions provides clear guidance for optimizing the Overpower experience. At 1080p, all settings levels are playable, with Low producing 222 FPS, Medium 139 FPS, High 129 FPS, and Ultra 107 FPS. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, Medium settings at 1080p offer the best balance between visual quality and frame rate, delivering 139 FPS with a minimum of 118 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even during intense action sequences.

At 1440p, the recommendation shifts to High settings. The 115 FPS average at High is only slightly lower than the 124 FPS at Medium, but the visual quality improvement is substantial. The min FPS of 105 at Medium suggests that High settings would maintain similar frame stability, as the 9 FPS difference between Medium and High at 1440p is modest. Ultra at 1440p drops to 95 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 17.4% reduction from High with diminishing visual returns.

For 4K gaming, Medium settings provide the best experience. The 105 FPS average with a 90 FPS minimum is remarkably smooth for 4K, and this represents the high point of 4K performance across all settings. High at 4K drops to 98 FPS, which is still excellent, but the 7 FPS difference between Medium and High is small enough that players may prefer the visual upgrade. Ultra at 4K at 81 FPS is borderline for competitive play but acceptable for single-player experiences, though the 24 FPS drop from Medium to Ultra is significant.

The data suggests that the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM allows players to push settings aggressively without worrying about memory limitations. The consistent frame rates across settings at each resolution indicate that the GPU's 575 W TDP and 950 W suggested PSU provide ample headroom for sustained performance, with no thermal throttling evident in the measured results.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution for competitive play in Overpower?*

A: The data shows that 1080p Low settings produce 222 FPS, which is the highest average across all tested configurations. For maximum frame rates, this combination offers the lowest latency and smoothest experience, though 1080p Medium at 139 FPS with a 118 FPS minimum may provide a better balance for players who want both performance and visual fidelity.

*Q: Can the RTX 5090 handle 4K gaming in Overpower?*

A: Yes, the measured results show 4K Medium produces 105 FPS average with a 90 FPS minimum, while 4K High achieves 98 FPS. Even 4K Ultra maintains 81 FPS, making all settings levels at 4K playable with this GPU and CPU combination.

Q: How does the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 1.6% lower than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX, 1.6% lower than the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P, and 2.0% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, while the Intel Core i9-14900K is 1.7% higher. This places it in a tightly competitive band among high-end processors.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile relative to all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks in the 92nd percentile versus all GPUs in the database. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, is 0.3% ahead in average benchmark score, while the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT trails by 1.1%.

Q: Is there a significant frame rate difference between Ultra and High settings?

A: At 1080p, Ultra (107 FPS) is 17% lower than High (129 FPS). At 1440p, the difference is 17.4% (95 FPS vs 115 FPS), and at 4K, it is 17.3% (81 FPS vs 98 FPS). The consistent percentage drop across resolutions indicates a uniform performance cost for Ultra settings.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 561st out of 2,980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 19% of all configurations tested.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395's 16 cores and 32 threads based on Zen 5 architecture provide substantial processing power for Overpower. With a base clock of 3.00 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz, the CPU demonstrates strong single-thread performance when needed, while its 64 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB L2 cache per core ensure that game data is readily accessible. The 4 nm process node and TSMC fabrication contribute to the CPU's 55 W TDP, which is remarkably efficient for a 16-core processor.

The CPU's benchmark scores paint a picture of a well-rounded performer. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,314 and single-core score of 2,044 indicate strong threaded and single-threaded capabilities. The Geekbench multi-core score of 20,992 and single-core score of 2,464 further confirm this assessment. The PassMark scores, including 54,934 for multithread and 4,147 for single-thread, show that the CPU handles both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads effectively.

In the context of Overpower, the CPU's role is evident in the frame rate scaling across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the 222 FPS result suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU at extremely high rates, while the 16 cores and 32 threads ensure that any background processes or game logic threads do not create bottlenecks. The 95th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, with nearest rivals showing only 1.6-2.0% score differences, indicates that this processor is at the top of its class, even if those differences do not dramatically impact gaming performance.

The CPU's memory support for LPDDR5X with quad-channel configuration and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth provides ample data throughput for feeding the RTX 5090's 1.79 TB/s GPU memory bandwidth. The PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes ensures that the GPU has sufficient bandwidth for data transfer, though the RTX 5090's PCIe 5.0 x16 interface means the CPU's Gen 4 support may create a theoretical bottleneck that is unlikely to manifest in practical gaming scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured results show a clear progression across settings. Low settings produce 222 FPS average, Medium produces 139 FPS with a minimum of 118 FPS and maximum of 160 FPS, High produces 129 FPS, and Ultra produces 107 FPS. The 83 FPS difference between Low and Ultra represents a 51.8% reduction in frame rate, while the Medium to High difference of 10 FPS is relatively modest at 7.2%.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings maintain 198 FPS, Medium achieves 124 FPS with a range of 105-142 FPS, High reaches 115 FPS, and Ultra drops to 95 FPS. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p ranges from 10.8% at Low to 11.2% at Ultra, showing consistent scaling across all settings levels. The Medium settings at 1440p show a 19 FPS drop in minimum frame rate compared to 1080p, from 118 to 105 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results demonstrate the system's 4K capability. Low settings produce 168 FPS, Medium averages 105 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and maximum of 121 FPS, High averages 98 FPS, and Ultra averages 81 FPS. The 4K to 1440p reduction ranges from 15.2% at Low to 14.7% at Ultra, showing slightly higher percentage drops than the 1080p to 1440p transitions. The 4K Medium range of 90-121 FPS indicates that even at this demanding resolution, the system maintains frame times that are consistently above 8.3 milliseconds, ensuring smooth gameplay.

The complete data set reveals that the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth allow for consistent performance scaling, with no anomalies suggesting memory bandwidth limitations. The 90 FPS minimum at 4K Medium is particularly notable, as it demonstrates that the system can maintain playable frame rates even in the most demanding scenes at the highest resolutions, while the 222 FPS at 1080p Low shows the ceiling of what this combination can achieve when GPU load is minimal.