Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a specific profile in Overpower. The data shows a combination that is firmly positioned near the bottom of the performance hierarchy for this title, with a combo rank of 2742 out of 2980 tested configurations. This places the pairing in the 8th percentile of all tested combos, indicating that while it is capable of running the game, it does so at frame rates that will require significant settings adjustments to achieve smooth gameplay.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 38 FPS at 1080p to 34 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 28 FPS at 4K. This represents a 26% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, however, as the jump from 1440p to 4K shows a sharper decline of 17.6% compared to the 10.5% drop from 1080p to 1440p.

This pattern suggests that the system is becoming increasingly limited by the graphics subsystem as resolution climbs. The Arc B370's memory is "System Shared," and its bandwidth is "System Dependent," which means that at higher resolutions, the demand for memory bandwidth and capacity grows, and the shared nature of the memory pool becomes a bottleneck. The 4K Low preset achieves 49 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 4K Ultra result of 24 FPS, showing that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at this resolution. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a 51% performance penalty (from 49 to 24 FPS), which is a substantial cost for visual fidelity.

The 1080p to 4K scaling at Medium settings shows a similar trend: 41 FPS at 1080p, 36 FPS at 1440p, and 31 FPS at 4K. This is a 24.4% overall drop. The fact that the delta between Low and Medium at each resolution is relatively small (e.g., 65 to 41 FPS at 1080p) suggests that the system is sensitive to the additional load that higher presets place on the GPU, confirming that the Arc B370 is the component that dictates the playable performance envelope. The data indicates a system where the CPU has enough headroom, and the GPU is the decisive factor in determining frame rates across all resolutions.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is a low-power integrated graphics solution, and its specifications reflect this positioning. It features a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. The shading units number 1280, with 40 texture mapping units and 20 render output units. The GPU's performance in a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test is 1184 points, which places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This score is essentially identical to its nearest rivals, with the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scoring 1186 (a 0.2% difference) and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scoring 1190 (a 0.5% difference).

The GPU's memory configuration is entirely system-dependent, with no dedicated VRAM. This means the Arc B370 relies on the system's main memory, which can impact performance, especially at higher resolutions and settings. The measured FPS data in Overpower reflects this limitation. The GPU's role is to render the frame, and its relatively low compute throughput, combined with the shared memory bandwidth, creates a hard ceiling on performance. The 24 FPS average at 4K Ultra and 28 FPS at 4K High are clear indicators that this GPU is not designed for high-fidelity 4K gaming in this title.

The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at each resolution is telling. At 1080p, the gap between Low (65 FPS) and Ultra (31 FPS) is 52.3%. At 1440p, the gap is 51.7% (58 to 28 FPS). At 4K, the gap is 51% (49 to 24 FPS). This consistent relative penalty across resolutions confirms that the GPU is the bottleneck, as the increased workload from higher settings directly and proportionally reduces the frame rate. The GPU's 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is the theoretical ceiling for its processing power, and the data shows that this ceiling is reached quickly in Overpower.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and Intel Arc B370 is ranked 2742 out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations that have been benchmarked for this game. The CPU itself, the i5-12400F, has an average benchmark score of 19039 and sits in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, showing that the processor is a mid-range performer. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with a score of 19047 (0% difference) and the Intel Core 3 201E with a score of 19056 (-0.1% difference).

However, the GPU's performance drags the entire combo down. The Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184, and it sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This extreme disparity between the CPU's relative strength and the GPU's weakness means that the combo's overall ranking is almost entirely determined by the graphics solution. The data shows that a system with a more capable GPU paired with this CPU would achieve a much higher rank, but as configured, the Arc B370 is the limiting factor.

The combo rank of 2742 suggests that this pairing is not well-suited for Overpower if the goal is to run at high settings and high resolutions. It is more aligned with a system intended for general use or light gaming at low settings. The rank is a stark indicator that the GPU cannot keep pace with the demands of the game at higher quality presets, and users of this combo will need to prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 65 FPS, which is the highest result for this combination. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS, with a minimum of 34 and a maximum of 47 FPS. The High preset drops to 38 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 31 FPS. This shows that at 1080p, playable frame rates are achievable, but only at the Low preset for a consistent 60+ FPS experience.

At 2560x1440, the performance decreases across the board. The Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is still a playable result. The Medium preset averages 36 FPS, with a minimum of 31 and a maximum of 42 FPS. The High preset averages 34 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 28 FPS. The 1440p data indicates that the Low preset is the only setting that consistently maintains a frame rate above 50 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the performance is significantly limited. The Low preset averages 49 FPS, which is the only 4K result above 30 FPS. The Medium preset averages 31 FPS, with a minimum of 26 and a maximum of 35 FPS. The High preset averages 28 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 24 FPS. The 4K results show that the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates, with the Ultra preset producing a very choppy experience. The data across all resolutions shows a predictable step-down in performance as both resolution and settings increase, with the Low preset at each resolution providing the best frame rate.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Overpower with this combo for a smooth experience?*

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with the Low preset is the only configuration that consistently averages above 60 FPS, at 65 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is also playable but slightly below a 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in GPU performance?

A: The Arc B370's 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 1184. Its nearest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is 0.2% higher. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, which is 0.5% higher. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% lower.

*Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in Overpower?*

A: The benchmark results indicate the GPU is the primary limiting factor. The CPU, an Intel Core i5-12400F, sits in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. The significant drop in FPS when increasing settings or resolution points directly to the graphics solution as the bottleneck.

Q: What is the expected frame rate at 4K with the Ultra preset?

A: The measured data shows an average of 24 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset. This is below the threshold for smooth, playable gameplay and would be a very stutter-prone experience.

Q: Does the combo rank in the game reflect its overall performance?

A: Yes, the combo is ranked 2742 out of 2980 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems for Overpower, confirming that it is a low-performance pairing for this specific title.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Medium presets at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 65 FPS, while the Medium preset averages 41 FPS. This represents a 36.9% decrease in performance when moving from Low to Medium.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is achieved by prioritizing the Low preset. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 65 FPS, which is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth 60+ FPS experience. This should be the target for any user seeking fluid gameplay. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 41 FPS, which is playable but will exhibit noticeable frame pacing issues in fast-action scenes. The High and Ultra presets at this resolution, with averages of 38 and 31 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a responsive experience.

For users with a 2560x1440 monitor, the Low preset is the only viable option, yielding an average of 58 FPS. This is a playable frame rate, but it is close to the edge of what is comfortable. Dropping to 4K is only recommended at the Low preset, which averages 49 FPS. The data suggests that this combo is not suited for high or ultra settings at any resolution. The Low preset provides a functional experience, while the Medium preset at 4K (31 FPS) and the High preset at 1440p (34 FPS) are marginal. The Ultra preset should be avoided entirely, as it produces the lowest frame rates measured, including a 24 FPS average at 4K. In summary, the data-driven recommendation is to run Overpower at the Low preset, and use the resolution as the primary scaling factor to balance visual clarity with performance.