Overpower

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 delivers a robust 1080p experience in Overpower, but the measured data reveals a clear performance hierarchy that shifts dramatically with resolution and settings. This combination ranks 556th out of 1744 tested combos in this title, placing it in the upper third of all systems. The data indicates a system that is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions, with the CPU’s limitations becoming more apparent as graphical fidelity increases. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS rows to understand where this combo excels and where it struggles.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and tells a clear story about component bottlenecking. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 195 FPS at 1920x1080 to 180.1 FPS at 2560x1440, then plunges to 152.7 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 21.7% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings. The relatively modest scaling penalty at lower presets suggests the GPU is still managing the workload efficiently, but the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are beginning to stretch.

At Ultra settings, the scaling story changes. The system delivers 97.8 FPS at 1080p, drops to 87.8 FPS at 1440p, and falls further to 74.1 FPS at 4K. This is a 24.2% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The fact that the 4K Ultra result (74.1 FPS) is still playable indicates the RX 9070’s 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game’s demands. However, the scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p, the Core i5-11400F’s boost clock of 4.40 GHz is not the limiting factor—the GPU is. As resolution climbs, the GPU’s pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s becomes the primary constraint, which is why the FPS drops are more pronounced at higher presets.

The data implies that the sweet spot for this combo is 1440p, where the FPS remains above 87 FPS at Ultra and exceeds 180 FPS at Low. The 1080p results, while high, show diminishing returns because the CPU’s single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2029) cannot push frame rates beyond the 195 FPS ceiling observed at Low settings. This indicates a balanced system where neither component is severely overtaxed until you reach 4K Ultra, where the GPU’s 74.1 FPS is the definitive bottleneck.

FAQ

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

A: The highest measured average is 195 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 74.1 FPS, which is the lowest result across all measured configurations.

Q: Is the RX 9070’s memory configuration sufficient for this game?

A: Yes. The GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 644.6 GB/s bandwidth supports all tested settings without indication of memory-related stutters, as even the 4K Ultra result stays above 70 FPS.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 180.1 at Low to 87.8 at Ultra, a difference of 92.3 FPS.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance at any resolution?

A: At 1080p Low (195 FPS), the frame rate plateaus, suggesting the Core i5-11400F’s 6 cores and 12 threads are near their limit. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

Q: How does the 4K Medium result compare to 4K High?

A: At 3840x2160, Medium averages 95 FPS, while High averages 86.9 FPS—a modest 8.1 FPS difference that indicates the preset scaling is not uniform.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications explain the measured results. With a base clock of 1330 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, the GPU’s game clock of 2070 MHz is the practical operating point during Overpower. The 3584 shading units and 128 ROPs drive the pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s, which directly influences the 4K performance. The 56 RT cores are present but this game’s action genre does not show a specific ray-tracing penalty in the data.

The 16 GB memory capacity is critical for the High and Ultra presets at 1440p and 4K. The 644.6 GB/s bandwidth ensures texture streaming keeps pace, as evidenced by the 4K High result of 86.9 FPS. The GPU’s 79th percentile ranking among all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 34780 place it well above the CPU’s relative standing. The nearest rival data shows the RX 9070 is 0.2% behind the NVIDIA A2 (avg score 34866) and 0.3% ahead of the NVIDIA Quadro GV100 (34677), confirming its position in the upper mid-range tier.

The GPU’s FP32 performance of 36.13 TFLOPS is the engine behind the high frame rates at 1080p, where the system can push past 190 FPS. However, the scaling from 1080p to 4K (195 to 152.7 FPS at Low) shows a 21.7% drop, which is consistent with a GPU that has ample bandwidth but is not unlimited. The measured data suggests the RX 9070 is the primary driver of FPS in this title, with the CPU only becoming relevant at the lowest resolution and settings.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows indicate that the best experience balances visual quality against frame rate consistency. At 1920x1080, the High preset (114.2 FPS) offers a 16.2 FPS improvement over Ultra (97.8 FPS) while maintaining a smoother experience. The jump from Low (195 FPS) to Medium (123.6 FPS) is significant, but Medium still delivers well above the 60 FPS threshold. For competitive play, Low at 1080p is recommended to maximize frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the High preset (100.7 FPS) is the optimal choice—it stays above 100 FPS while providing better visuals than Medium (113.6 FPS) only sacrifices 12.9 FPS. Ultra at 1440p (87.8 FPS) is playable but drops below the 90 FPS mark, which might be noticeable on high-refresh-rate monitors. The 4K resolution is best served by Medium (95 FPS), as High (86.9 FPS) and Ultra (74.1 FPS) both fall below the 90 FPS comfort zone.

The data indicates that Medium settings across all resolutions provide the most consistent experience, with results ranging from 95 FPS at 4K to 123.6 FPS at 1080p. This preset avoids the steep FPS penalties of Ultra while retaining more detail than Low. For users prioritizing frame rate over fidelity, Low at 1440p (180.1 FPS) provides a massive headroom for future game updates.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination ranks 556th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the 68th percentile of all systems. This rank is driven primarily by the GPU’s strong performance, as the RX 9070’s 79th percentile ranking among GPUs is significantly higher than the CPU’s 75th percentile ranking. The gap between these percentiles explains why the combo outperforms its CPU’s relative standing.

The combo’s rank is consistent with its measured FPS results. At 1080p, the system’s 195 FPS at Low settings is competitive with higher-tier CPUs paired with similar GPUs, but the 4K Ultra result of 74.1 FPS pulls the overall average down. The data suggests that this combo is better suited for 1440p gaming, where the FPS remains above 87.8 FPS at Ultra, which is a strong result for a mid-range CPU.

Compared to other combos in the database, the 556th rank indicates that the RX 9070 is doing the heavy lifting. The CPU’s nearest rivals (AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with an avg score of 17189, delta 0%) are all mobile or low-power parts, confirming that the Core i5-11400F is not a top-tier desktop chip. Yet, in Overpower, the GPU’s 36.13 TFLOPS and 16 GB memory ensure that the combo remains competitive.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers 195 FPS at Low, 123.6 FPS at Medium, 114.2 FPS at High, and 97.8 FPS at Ultra. The 1080p results show the largest spread, with a 97.2 FPS difference between Low and Ultra. This indicates that the CPU can keep up with the GPU at lower settings, but the GPU’s workload at Ultra reduces the frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the results are 180.1 FPS (Low), 113.6 FPS (Medium), 100.7 FPS (High), and 87.8 FPS (Ultra). The 1440p data shows a tighter grouping, with the gap between Low and Ultra narrowing to 92.3 FPS. The 180.1 FPS at Low is particularly notable, suggesting that the GPU is still not fully saturated at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the system produces 152.7 FPS (Low), 95 FPS (Medium), 86.9 FPS (High), and 74.1 FPS (Ultra). The 4K results demonstrate the GPU’s capabilities, with even the Low preset maintaining above 150 FPS. The 78.6 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is the smallest of all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor here.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. This Rocket Lake chip has a 12 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU’s benchmark scores show a multi-threaded Cinebench R23 result of 14372 and a single-core score of 2029, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs.

In Overpower, the CPU’s role is most evident at 1080p Low, where the 195 FPS result represents a plateau. The single-thread performance (Geekbench single-core score of 1979) is sufficient for the game’s action genre, but the 6-core/12-thread configuration limits the frame rate ceiling at low graphical settings. The 3dmark results (max threads score of 5652) suggest that the CPU can handle the game’s threading, but it cannot push beyond 195 FPS.

At higher resolutions, the CPU’s impact diminishes. The 4K results (74.1 to 152.7 FPS) are entirely GPU-bound, as the RX 9070’s rendering workload takes precedence. The CPU’s nearest rivals (AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with a delta of 0%, Intel Core i7-1260P with -0.2%) highlight that this is a mid-range part, but the data shows it is not a bottleneck in Overpower except at the extreme 1080p Low settings.