Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a solid 1080p and 1440p experience in Overpower, with the data showing a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra settings. The combo ranks in the 57th percentile of all tested configurations (997th out of 1744), indicating a mid-pack placement that is heavily influenced by the GPU's 8 GB VRAM capacity and the CPU's six-core architecture. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to explain where this pairing excels and where it struggles.

FAQ

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

A: The 2560x1440 resolution with High settings provides the best balance, achieving an average of 78.8 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining visual fidelity, and it outperforms the 4K High result by 12.5 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 23181, which is 0.6% below the AMD Radeon RX 6600M and 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti. It sits 0.7% above the Intel Arc B580 and 0.8% above the AMD Radeon 760M, showing a tightly clustered group of comparable performers.

Q: Is the Core i5-12400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4060?

A: The data does not indicate a severe bottleneck. The CPU has a 77th percentile ranking against all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 19221 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-8700K (0.1% difference). The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K suggests the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, not the CPU.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Overpower?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 4K Low, the combo achieves 117.1 FPS, which is highly playable. However, 4K Ultra drops to 54.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance like?

A: The CPU scores 16518 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 9138 in Geekbench multi-core. These scores place it in a performance tier that is roughly 1.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7773X and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-1335U in average benchmark score.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and does it matter for this game?

A: The RTX 4060 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth. The significant FPS drop between 1440p Ultra (68.3 FPS) and 4K Ultra (54.9 FPS) suggests that the 8 GB capacity and bandwidth are limiting factors at the highest resolution and settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the primary driver of frame rates in Overpower, as evidenced by the steep performance decline when moving from 1080p to 4K. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, which are the speeds that determine its raw compute throughput. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, paired with a 128-bit bus, provides a memory bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s.

This memory configuration is crucial for understanding the measured results. At 1080p, the GPU has enough bandwidth and capacity to render frames efficiently, as shown by the 153.7 FPS average at Low settings. However, as resolution increases to 4K, the pixel count quadruples, demanding more memory bandwidth and capacity. The FPS data reflects this: 4K High (66.3 FPS) is significantly lower than 1080p High (89.7 FPS), a drop of 23.4 FPS. The GPU's 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial, but it appears constrained by the memory subsystem at higher resolutions, particularly at Ultra settings where the 4K average falls to 54.9 FPS. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs reinforces that it is a capable but not top-tier part, and its performance in Overpower aligns with that positioning.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400F and RTX 4060 combination ranks 997th out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower, placing it just below the 57th percentile. This mid-pack ranking is a direct result of the individual components' standings. The CPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, which is a strong individual performance, while the GPU ranks in the 66th percentile among all GPUs. The combo rank is lower than both individual ranks, suggesting that the pairing does not scale perfectly in this specific game.

The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-8700K, has an average score of 19210, which is only 0.1% lower than the i5-12400F's 19221. This indicates the i5-12400F performs nearly identically to a much older flagship in general benchmarks. However, in Overpower, the overall combo rank is what matters. The 997th position out of 1744 is a clear signal that while this is not a low-end system, it is also not in the top tier for this game. The data suggests that the 8 GB VRAM of the GPU is a limiting factor for the highest settings, which prevents the combo from climbing higher in the rankings. For a mid-range pairing, this placement is expected, but it is important to note that the system is better suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming than for 4K Ultra.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo shows its strongest results. Low settings yield 153.7 FPS, Medium produces 94 FPS, High reaches 89.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 73.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 79.8 FPS, which demonstrates a significant performance cost for the highest visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings still deliver a high 134.4 FPS, which is suitable for fast-paced action. Medium settings produce 86.5 FPS, High settings achieve 78.8 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 68.3 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at this resolution is 66.1 FPS, which is less severe than at 1080p but still substantial.

At 3840x2160, the system begins to struggle with higher presets. Low settings still achieve 117.1 FPS, which is impressive for 4K. Medium settings drop to 73.6 FPS, High settings fall to 66.3 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 54.9 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 62.2 FPS. Notably, the 4K Medium result (73.6 FPS) is higher than the 1440p Ultra result (68.3 FPS), which is an unusual pattern that suggests the settings preset has a greater impact on performance than resolution alone at these levels.

Resolution Scaling

The data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, but the rate of degradation is not uniform across settings. From 1080p to 1440p, the FPS drops are moderate. At Low settings, the drop is 19.3 FPS (from 153.7 to 134.4). At High settings, the drop is 10.9 FPS (from 89.7 to 78.8). At Ultra settings, the drop is 5.6 FPS (from 73.9 to 68.3). This indicates that the GPU is still relatively capable at 1440p, with only a 12.8% performance loss at Ultra settings.

The transition from 1440p to 4K is where the limiting component becomes evident. At Low settings, the drop is 17.3 FPS (from 134.4 to 117.1). At High settings, the drop is 12.5 FPS (from 78.8 to 66.3). At Ultra settings, the drop is 13.4 FPS (from 68.3 to 54.9). The percentage drops are more severe: 4K Ultra is 19.6% slower than 1440p Ultra, while 4K Low is only 12.9% slower than 1440p Low. This suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth and 8 GB VRAM capacity are the primary bottlenecks at 4K, as the increased pixel count places a heavier load on the memory subsystem. The CPU, with its strong single-thread score of 2332 in Cinebench R23, is likely not the limiting factor here, as the FPS scaling is consistent with GPU-bound behavior.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 89.7 FPS is the recommended choice for a balanced experience, as it provides a smooth frame rate while maintaining good visual quality. The Ultra preset at 73.9 FPS is also playable, but the 15.8 FPS gain from dropping to High is substantial and likely worth the visual trade-off. The Medium preset at 94 FPS is a viable alternative for those prioritizing performance over fidelity.

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 78.8 FPS is the clear recommendation. It is the only preset at this resolution that exceeds the 75 FPS threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors, and it does so while keeping the GPU within its comfort zone. The Ultra preset at 68.3 FPS is still playable, but the 10.5 FPS difference between Ultra and High makes High the better choice. The Medium preset at 86.5 FPS offers a slight performance boost over High, but the visual quality reduction may not be worth the 7.7 FPS gain.

For 3840x2160, the Low preset at 117.1 FPS is the only playable option for competitive gaming. The Medium preset at 73.6 FPS is acceptable for casual play, but it is a significant step down from Low. The High preset at 66.3 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 54.9 FPS is below the 60 FPS target and should be avoided. In summary, the data suggests that this combo is best utilized at 1080p High or 1440p High, where it delivers a strong balance of performance and quality, while 4K should be reserved for Low or Medium settings.