Overpower

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is a combination that ranks 465th out of 1,744 tested combos in Overpower. The CPU sits at the 75th percentile among all processors, while the GPU reaches the 83rd percentile. The CPU has a launch MSRP of $157, and the GPU has a launch MSRP of 1,199 USD. This analysis examines the measured FPS data across resolutions and settings, along with the underlying component characteristics.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 465 out of 1,744 places it in the upper portion of the tested field, outperforming the majority of configurations. The GPU’s percentile (83) is notably higher than the CPU’s (75), indicating that the graphics card is the stronger contributor to overall performance. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 17,181 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals: the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (17,189, deltaPct 0), the Intel Core i7-1260P (17,212, deltaPct -0.2), the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (17,215, deltaPct -0.2), and the Intel Core i5-1240U (17,141, deltaPct 0.2). The GPU’s average score of 41,224 is within 1.6% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (41,441, deltaPct -0.5), the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (41,610, deltaPct -0.9), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (41,687, deltaPct -1.1), and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 (41,897, deltaPct -1.6). These narrow deltas show that the combo’s ranking is driven by a balanced pairing rather than an outlier in either component.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo’s rank among tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 465th out of 1,744 tested combos in Overpower.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory capacity and type?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 912.4 GB/s.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded at 1080p?

A: At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 199.2.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded at 4K?

A: At 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 78.9.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread score in Cinebench R23?

A: The CPU scores 2,029 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 14,372 in multi-core.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data shows that every preset at every resolution exceeds 60 FPS, so the choice of settings depends on the target refresh rate and visual fidelity. At 1080p, Medium and High both deliver above 120 FPS (134.9 and 122.9 respectively), while Ultra still holds 102.1 FPS. For a 144 Hz display, 1080p Medium or High is the best balance, as Low (199.2) offers no visual benefit and Ultra drops below 120. At 1440p, High (108) and Medium (118.2) are both above 100 FPS, making them ideal for high-refresh monitors; Ultra (90.4) remains smooth for 90 Hz panels. At 4K, Medium (99.6) and High (93.3) are the sweet spot for 60–100 Hz displays, while Ultra (78.9) is still playable on a 60 Hz screen. Low settings at any resolution provide a large FPS headroom but sacrifice visual quality; the data suggests that Medium or High offers the best experience for most users, with Ultra reserved for those prioritizing image quality over frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists the average FPS for each resolution and settings combination. Minimum and maximum FPS were not recorded in the data.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 93.3 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 162.4 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 99.6 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 78.9 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 108.0 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 188.8 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 118.2 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 90.4 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 122.9 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 199.2 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 134.9 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 102.1 |

Across all settings, the 1080p Low result of 199.2 FPS is the highest recorded, while the 4K Ultra result of 78.9 FPS is the lowest. The spread between Low and Ultra at each resolution is consistent: at 1080p the gap is 97.1 FPS, at 1440p it is 98.4 FPS, and at 4K it is 83.5 FPS. This indicates that the GPU’s workload scales predictably with settings, and the CPU is not introducing a bottleneck at any resolution.

Resolution Scaling

Moving from 1080p to 4K, the average FPS decreases for every settings preset. At Low, the drop is from 199.2 to 162.4, a reduction of 36.8 FPS, yet the result remains above 160 FPS even at 4K. At High, the drop is from 122.9 to 93.3, a reduction of 29.6 FPS, still above 90. At Medium, the drop is from 134.9 to 99.6, a reduction of 35.3 FPS. At Ultra, the drop is from 102.1 to 78.9, a reduction of 23.2 FPS. The fact that the FPS remains high even at 4K Low suggests that the GPU is the primary limiter; the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 3080 Ti at all tested resolutions. The scaling pattern is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, as the relative performance loss from 1080p to 4K is similar across settings, and the CPU’s single-thread and multi-thread scores (Cinebench R23 2,029 and 14,372) are well above the thresholds needed for this game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It has 12 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus. Its benchmark results place it at the 75th percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 17,181. In Cinebench R23, it scores 14,372 in multi-core and 2,029 in single-core; in Geekbench, it scores 7,579 multi-core and 1,979 single-core. These figures are closely matched by its nearest rivals, all within 0.2% in average score. The CPU’s 12 threads allow it to handle modern game workloads, and the measured FPS data shows that even at 1080p Low, where the CPU is most likely to be a limiting factor, the average FPS reaches 199.2. This indicates that the i5-11400F does not constrain the RTX 3080 Ti in Overpower. The GPU’s higher percentile (83 vs. 75) further supports the conclusion that the graphics card is the dominant component in this pairing, and the CPU’s role is to provide sufficient throughput without becoming a bottleneck.