Overpower

The Overpower benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT present a clear picture of a system where the graphics card is the primary driver of performance. The data across three resolutions and four settings presets reveals a configuration that scales predictably, with the CPU providing a stable foundation that rarely becomes the bottleneck. The combo ranks 1225th out of 1744 tested configurations, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is a direct reflection of its mid-range component pairing.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, features that are typical for a desktop processor in this class. The chip has an 18 MB shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which provides flexibility for system builders. Its 65 W TDP suggests it is a power-efficient part, and the benchmark scores confirm it has solid single-threaded and multi-threaded capabilities.

In synthetic tests, the i5-12400F achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16518 and a single-core score of 2332. Its Geekbench scores are 9138 for multicore and 2221 for single-core. These numbers indicate a processor that is well-balanced for gaming workloads, where single-thread performance often matters most. The processor sits in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms a significant majority of tested chips. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-8700K, has an average score of 19210, which is a mere 0.1% difference from the i5-12400F’s average of 19221. This places the two chips in a statistical tie, showing that the newer i5 holds its own against an older high-end part.

For Overpower, the CPU appears to be more than sufficient. The measured FPS data shows no signs of CPU-induced stuttering or frame drops, even at the highest settings. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 5895 and the max-thread score of 5912 confirm that the processor can handle multiple concurrent tasks without issue. The fact that FPS scales almost entirely with GPU load and resolution suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor in this pairing. The data implies that the i5-12400F provides a stable platform, allowing the RX 6600 XT to reach its full potential without being held back by processor bottlenecks.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is the clear performance driver in this combo. Built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, it features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1968 MHz and a boost clock of 2589 MHz, with 2048 shading units and 32 ray tracing cores. Its 160 W TDP is modest for a graphics card of this performance class. The card’s 10.60 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is a substantial number that translates directly into gaming performance.

The GPU’s benchmark scores reinforce its mid-range positioning. It achieves a Passmark G3D score of 16461 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 89263. In the database, it ranks in the 71st percentile of all GPUs, which is a respectable showing. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti, which scores 27956 on average, a 0.1% difference from the RX 6600 XT’s 27985. Interestingly, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 also appears as a rival, scoring 28238, which is -0.9% relative to the RX 6600 XT. This suggests the Radeon card is very competitive with higher-tier GPUs in certain synthetic workloads.

In Overpower, the GPU’s role is evident in the FPS numbers. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 128.2 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 48.1 FPS. This 80 FPS swing is entirely attributable to the GPU’s workload increasing as resolution and settings rise. The 8 GB VRAM appears to be adequate for the game, as there are no anomalies in the data that would suggest memory capacity is causing performance cliffs. The GPU’s boost clock of 2589 MHz is high, and the data suggests it is being utilized effectively to drive frame rates across all tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS scaling across resolutions tells a clear story about which component is the bottleneck. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 128.2 FPS at 1080p to 116.6 FPS at 1440p, and then to 100.6 FPS at 4K. This is a relatively gentle decline, with the 4K score still being 78% of the 1080p score. This indicates that at low graphical load, the CPU is still keeping up, but the GPU is starting to feel the pressure of increased pixel count.

The pattern changes dramatically at higher settings. At Ultra settings, the FPS drops from 61.6 at 1080p to 56.9 at 1440p, and then to 48.1 at 4K. The 4K score is only 78% of the 1080p score, which is identical to the Low setting ratio. However, the absolute drop is much smaller in terms of FPS, suggesting that the GPU is now the definitive limiting factor. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 66.6 FPS, while at 4K it is 52.5 FPS. This compression of frame rates at higher resolutions confirms that the GPU is saturated.

The data shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this system. If the CPU were limiting, we would expect to see minimal FPS differences between 1080p and 4K, as the GPU would have headroom. Instead, the FPS drops consistently with resolution, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The i5-12400F is delivering frames fast enough that the RX 6600 XT is always the component that runs out of steam first. This is a healthy balance for a gaming system, where the CPU is not wasting potential and the GPU is being fully utilized.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy for settings presets. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 128.2 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play but may sacrifice visual fidelity. Medium offers 81 FPS, which is a significant drop but still smooth. High provides 76.2 FPS, which is nearly identical to Medium, suggesting diminishing returns from Medium to High. Ultra drops to 61.6 FPS, which is still playable but represents a 20% reduction from High.

At 1440p, the story changes slightly. Low achieves 116.6 FPS, which is still extremely high. Medium drops to 74.9 FPS, and High to 64.6 FPS. Ultra falls to 56.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider ideal for smooth gameplay. At 4K, the situation becomes more challenging. Low still manages 100.6 FPS, but Medium drops to 58.4 FPS, High to 58.5 FPS, and Ultra to just 48.1 FPS.

The data suggests that the best experience depends on the target resolution. For 1080p, the High preset offers the best balance, with 76.2 FPS being comfortably above 60 FPS while providing enhanced visuals over Medium. At 1440p, High is also the sweet spot, with 64.6 FPS being just above the 60 FPS mark. At 4K, the Medium preset is the most viable option, as it delivers 58.4 FPS, which is just below 60 but more playable than the 48.1 FPS of Ultra. The Low preset is always an option for maximum frame rates, but it appears to leave significant performance on the table that could be used for better visuals.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT ranks 1225th out of 1744 tested combinations in Overpower. This places it in the 70th percentile of all tested combos, meaning it outperforms roughly 70% of other configurations. This is a solid ranking, but it also indicates that there is substantial headroom above this system in the database.

The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU, which is the limiting component. The CPU is in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 71st percentile. The combo’s rank of 1225 out of 1744 suggests that the GPU is holding the system back relative to what the CPU could potentially support. The data implies that this combo is well-matched for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it will struggle to maintain high frame rates at 4K with demanding settings.

The rank also reveals that this is a mainstream configuration. It is not a top-tier system, but it is far from the bottom. The 519 combos that rank above it likely feature more powerful GPUs, such as the RTX 3070, which is a near-rival to the RX 6600 XT in synthetic scores but offers better performance in this game. The combo’s position in the database suggests it is a capable system for most gaming scenarios, but users seeking maximum performance will need to look at higher-tier GPU options.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Overpower?

A: The data shows that 1440p High is the sweet spot, delivering 64.6 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS target. At 4K, the best playable option is Medium at 58.4 FPS, though it is slightly below 60 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 6600 XT compare to its nearest rival in this game?

A: The RX 6600 XT has an average benchmark score of 27985, which is 0.1% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti’s score of 27956. This indicates that the two GPUs perform nearly identically in synthetic tests.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck. At Low settings, 4K achieves 100.6 FPS, which is 78% of the 1080p score, indicating the GPU is saturated as resolution increases.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, Low settings deliver 128.2 FPS, while Ultra settings deliver 61.6 FPS. This represents a difference of 66.6 FPS between the two presets.

Q: How does the i5-12400F rank relative to other CPUs?

A: The i5-12400F is in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19221. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-8700K, scores 19210, which is a 0.1% difference.

Q: What is the combo’s overall rank in Overpower?

A: The combo ranks 1225th out of 1744 tested configurations, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database and above roughly 70% of all tested combos.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data is presented below, broken down by resolution and settings preset.

1920x1080:

• Low: 128.2 FPS
• Medium: 81 FPS
• High: 76.2 FPS
• Ultra: 61.6 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 116.6 FPS
• Medium: 74.9 FPS
• High: 64.6 FPS
• Ultra: 56.9 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 100.6 FPS
• Medium: 58.4 FPS
• High: 58.5 FPS
• Ultra: 48.1 FPS

The data shows a consistent pattern where Low settings always produce the highest frame rates, and Ultra produces the lowest. At 1080p, the drop from Medium to High is only 4.8 FPS, suggesting that High is a better choice than Medium for improved visuals with minimal performance cost. At 4K, the Medium and High presets are nearly identical, with only a 0.1 FPS difference, indicating that High can be selected without any significant performance penalty. The Ultra preset is consistently the most demanding, and its performance at 4K of 48.1 FPS is the lowest recorded value in the entire dataset.