Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination delivers a smooth 1080p and 1440p experience in Overpower, with the data showing a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra. The pairing lands at rank 1945 out of 3713 tested combos, placing it in the upper half of all systems. This is a balanced mid-range setup where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, while the CPU holds its own even at lower settings.

FAQ

Q: What average frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 80 FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings. This is a strong result for a 1440p display, indicating the combination handles the game's default high preset comfortably.

*Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in Overpower?*

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 57 on Ultra to 117 on Low. The High preset yields 68 FPS, which is playable, but to hit higher refresh rates at 4K, you would need to drop to Low settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to other processors in its class?

A: The i5-12400 sits at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18683. It is nearly identical to the AMD EPYC 7643 (0.1% slower) and Intel Core i7-1355U (0.3% slower), while being 0.9% faster than the Intel Core i3-14100F.

Q: How does the GPU stack up against its nearest competitors?

A: The RX 6700 XT is at the 72nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 27425. It performs on par with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (0% difference), is 0.5% faster than the RTX 3090, and 1.1% slower than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell.

Q: What is the difference in performance between Medium and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers an average of 97 FPS, while Ultra drops to 75 FPS. This represents a 22 FPS (or roughly 23%) reduction in average frame rate when moving from Medium to Ultra.

Q: Does the system maintain consistent frame times at Medium settings?

A: The data shows that at Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 82 at 1080p, 73 at 1440p, and 62 at 4K. The spread between minimum and average FPS is consistent, suggesting stable frame pacing without major hitches.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip features 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, along with 80 KB of L1 cache per core. This configuration provides solid single-thread and multi-thread performance for gaming workloads.

Benchmark results indicate the CPU's multi-threaded strength. In Cinebench R23, it scores 15989 multi-core and 2257 single-core. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 910 in single-thread to 5890 in max-threads, with a notable jump from 3012 at 4 threads to 4745 at 8 threads. This scaling pattern suggests the processor effectively utilizes its 12 threads, which matters for Overpower's background tasks and physics calculations.

The CPU's percentile ranking of 72 places it above the majority of processors. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-14100F, is only 0.9% slower in average benchmark score, while the AMD EPYC 7643 and Intel Core i7-1355U are within 0.3% of its performance. This means the i5-12400 is firmly in a competitive tier where small differences in synthetic scores do not translate into meaningful gaming disparities.

In Overpower, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and manage game logic. Given the measured FPS data, the i5-12400 does not appear to be the limiting factor at any tested resolution. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 155 FPS, which indicates the CPU can push frames well above typical 144 Hz monitor refresh rates. The processor's 4.40 GHz boost clock and 12 threads provide enough headroom to avoid bottlenecking the RX 6700 XT in this action title.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 7 nm process, featuring 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. It comes with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2321 MHz, a game clock of 2424 MHz, and a boost clock of 2581 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective).

The GPU's compute capabilities include 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs, along with 40 ray tracing cores. It achieves 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a texture rate of 413.0 GTexel/s. These specifications position the card for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and capable 1440p performance, which the measured FPS data confirms.

The RX 6700 XT's 12 GB VRAM buffer is a significant asset for Overpower, especially at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the game demands substantial memory, and the 12 GB capacity prevents potential stuttering from VRAM overflow. The GPU's benchmark scores show it at the 72nd percentile, with an average score of 27425. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, matches it exactly with a 0% delta, while the RTX 3090 is 0.5% faster and the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is 1.1% slower.

In gaming scenarios, the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution. The measured FPS drops from 155 at 1080p Low to 117 at 4K Low, indicating the card's raw throughput handles lower settings easily. At higher presets, the GPU becomes the dominant factor, with 4K Ultra yielding only 57 FPS. This behavior is typical for a mid-range card where pixel throughput and memory bandwidth determine the ceiling at demanding settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Overpower covers four settings presets across three resolutions, providing a comprehensive view of the system's capabilities.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 155 FPS, which is more than sufficient for esports-level responsiveness. Medium settings yield 97 FPS with a minimum of 82 and maximum of 111, indicating stable performance. High settings reduce the average to 90 FPS, while Ultra drops to 75 FPS. The 1080p results show a clear hierarchy where each preset step costs roughly 10-20 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's workload. Low settings average 138 FPS, still excellent for competitive play. Medium settings average 86 FPS with a range of 73 to 99. High settings produce 80 FPS, and Ultra falls to 67 FPS. The 1440p numbers suggest that High is the sweet spot for a balance between visual quality and smoothness, as it stays above 60 FPS consistently.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates on demanding presets. Low settings average 117 FPS, which is surprisingly playable at 4K. Medium settings average 73 FPS with a minimum of 62 and maximum of 84. High settings drop to 68 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 57 FPS. The 4K results indicate that only Low and Medium settings provide a consistently smooth experience, while High and Ultra require a more powerful GPU for ideal performance.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the system's bottleneck characteristics. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 90 at 1080p to 80 at 1440p to 68 at 4K. This represents a 22 FPS (24%) reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is a relatively modest decline and indicates that the GPU is not being overwhelmed by the resolution increase at this preset.

At Low settings, the scaling is more pronounced. The average FPS goes from 155 at 1080p to 138 at 1440p to 117 at 4K. The 38 FPS (25%) drop from 1080p to 4K shows that even at minimal graphical load, the GPU's pixel throughput limits performance. However, the fact that 4K Low still achieves 117 FPS suggests the RX 6700 XT has substantial headroom for less demanding scenes.

Medium settings show the tightest scaling pattern. The average FPS moves from 97 at 1080p to 86 at 1440p to 73 at 4K, a 24 FPS (25%) reduction. The minimum FPS values follow a similar trajectory: 82 at 1080p, 73 at 1440p, and 62 at 4K. This consistent delta across resolutions indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor, as the CPU maintains its output while the GPU's workload increases.

Ultra settings demonstrate the steepest performance cliff. The average FPS drops from 75 at 1080p to 67 at 1440p to 57 at 4K, a 18 FPS (24%) decline. The 4K Ultra result of 57 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider essential for smooth gameplay. This scaling pattern confirms that the RX 6700 XT's 13.21 TFLOPS and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for maxed-out 4K settings in Overpower, while the CPU remains a non-factor at all tested configurations.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend on your display resolution and desired frame rate target.

For 1080p displays, the High preset at 90 FPS provides a strong balance of visual fidelity and performance. If you prioritize maximum smoothness, Low at 155 FPS is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual quality trade-off is substantial. Medium at 97 FPS is a reasonable middle ground if you want improved visuals without sacrificing much speed. Ultra at 75 FPS is playable but offers diminishing returns over High, making it the least recommended preset for competitive play.

For 1440p displays, the High preset at 80 FPS is the clear recommendation. It stays comfortably above 60 FPS while providing good image quality. Medium at 86 FPS is nearly identical in performance and could be chosen if you prefer slightly more headroom. Low at 138 FPS is excellent for fast-paced action, but the graphical downgrade is noticeable at this resolution. Ultra at 67 FPS is marginal; it dips close to the 60 FPS line and is only advisable if you have a variable refresh rate monitor.

For 4K displays, the options are more constrained. Low at 117 FPS is the only preset that delivers a high-refresh experience, making it the choice for competitive play. Medium at 73 FPS is the best balance for visual quality and playability, with a minimum of 62 FPS ensuring no major drops. High at 68 FPS is acceptable but leaves little margin for demanding scenes. Ultra at 57 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold and should be avoided unless you are willing to accept occasional frame pacing issues.

In summary, the i5-12400 and RX 6700 XT combination excels at 1080p and handles 1440p well on High settings. For 4K, Medium is the recommended preset, as it maintains a minimum of 62 FPS while preserving acceptable visual details. The data indicates that this system is best suited for 1440p gaming, where it delivers a smooth experience without requiring aggressive settings reductions.