Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 372nd out of 3713 tested combinations in Overpower, placing it in the top 10% of all systems evaluated. This position reflects a strong overall balance, but it is not a top-tier leaderboard entry; the data indicates that the combo sits comfortably above the median but below the elite configurations that dominate the highest percentile. The rank of 372 out of 3713 suggests that while this build delivers high frame rates, there are numerous other pairings—likely with more powerful CPUs or GPUs—that achieve even better results in this specific Action title.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset offers the best experience. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 231 FPS, while Medium reaches 159 FPS, High hits 148 FPS, and Ultra drops to 123 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is substantial at 72 FPS, but the jump from Medium to High is only 11 FPS, and High to Ultra is 25 FPS. For competitive play where maximum fluidity is paramount, the Low preset at 1080p is the clear choice, offering a 45% advantage over Medium. However, for a more balanced visual experience without sacrificing responsiveness, Medium presents a strong middle ground, delivering 159 FPS at 1080p—well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common in gaming monitors.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts slightly. Low produces 222 FPS, Medium 142 FPS, High 132 FPS, and Ultra 109 FPS. Here, Medium is the optimal preset for most users, as it maintains a high frame rate while improving visual fidelity over Low. The delta between Medium and High is only 10 FPS, so High remains viable for those prioritizing image quality, but Ultra’s 109 FPS may feel less consistent on high-refresh displays. At 3840x2160, the situation changes dramatically: Low yields 193 FPS, Medium 121 FPS, High 112 FPS, and Ultra 93 FPS. At 4K, Medium is the recommended preset, as it stays above 120 FPS, while High and Ultra dip into ranges where frame pacing could become noticeable.

The data suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti is sufficiently powerful to handle higher presets at lower resolutions, but the CPU becomes a limiting factor at 1080p Low, where the 231 FPS ceiling likely reflects the i5-12400F’s capabilities rather than the GPU’s. For the best overall experience across all resolutions, Medium settings offer the most consistent performance, with 159 FPS at 1080p, 142 FPS at 1440p, and 121 FPS at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K reveals important information about the limiting component in this combo. At Low settings, the progression is 231 FPS at 1080p, 222 FPS at 1440p, and 193 FPS at 4K. The decline from 1080p to 1440p is only 9 FPS (4%), while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 29 FPS (13%). This relatively shallow curve at Low settings indicates that the CPU is the primary bottleneck, as even at 4K, the frame rate remains high (193 FPS), suggesting the GPU has ample headroom. The i5-12400F’s 6 cores and 12 threads, with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, appear to cap performance around the 230 FPS mark regardless of resolution.

At Medium settings, the scaling is more pronounced: 159 FPS at 1080p, 142 FPS at 1440p, and 121 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 17 FPS (11%), and from 1440p to 4K is 21 FPS (15%). This steeper decline indicates that as settings increase, the GPU begins to exert more influence, but the CPU still plays a role. At High settings, the pattern continues: 148 FPS at 1080p, 132 FPS at 1440p, and 112 FPS at 4K, with drops of 16 FPS (11%) and 20 FPS (15%) respectively. At Ultra, the numbers are 123 FPS at 1080p, 109 FPS at 1440p, and 93 FPS at 4K, showing declines of 14 FPS (11%) and 16 FPS (15%).

The consistent percentage drops across Medium, High, and Ultra suggest a balanced load where both the CPU and GPU contribute to performance. However, the Low preset’s minimal scaling from 1080p to 4K (a total drop of 38 FPS or 16%) strongly indicates that the CPU is the limiting factor at lower settings. This means that users who prioritize maximum frame rates at any resolution should be aware that the i5-12400F will cap performance, while those who prefer higher visual fidelity will see the GPU take on a larger role.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured frame rates show a clear hierarchy across settings. Low leads with 231 FPS average, followed by Medium at 159 FPS, High at 148 FPS, and Ultra at 123 FPS. The Medium preset provides minimum and maximum figures of 135 FPS and 183 FPS respectively, indicating a stable frame delivery with only a 48 FPS range. The step from Low to Medium is the largest single-setting drop at 72 FPS, while Medium to High is a modest 11 FPS reduction, and High to Ultra is a 25 FPS decline. This data suggests that the RTX 5070 Ti is well-utilized at 1080p, but the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads may limit the Low preset’s ceiling.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down predictably. Low averages 222 FPS, Medium 142 FPS (with min and max of 121 FPS and 163 FPS), High 132 FPS, and Ultra 109 FPS. The delta between Low and Medium is 80 FPS, larger than at 1080p, while Medium to High is 10 FPS and High to Ultra is 23 FPS. The minimum FPS at Medium (121 FPS) remains above 120, ensuring a smooth experience on most monitors. At this resolution, the GPU begins to show its strength, as the RTX 5070 Ti’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth handle the increased pixel load efficiently.

At 3840x2160, the performance is still impressive but shows the expected reduction. Low averages 193 FPS, Medium 121 FPS (with min and max of 103 FPS and 139 FPS), High 112 FPS, and Ultra 93 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 72 FPS, while Medium to High is 9 FPS and High to Ultra is 19 FPS. The 4K Medium preset’s minimum of 103 FPS is noteworthy, as it indicates occasional dips below 120 FPS, which could be noticeable on high-refresh displays. The Ultra preset at 93 FPS falls below the 100 FPS threshold, making it less desirable for competitive play. Overall, the data shows that this combo can handle 4K gaming well, but users must choose settings carefully to maintain high frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is a significant contributor to this combo’s performance, as evidenced by its average benchmark score of 49957 and 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory with a 256-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s, which is ample for Overpower’s demands at high resolutions. The GPU’s base clock of 2295 MHz and boost clock of 2452 MHz, combined with 8960 shading units, deliver substantial compute power, as reflected in its FP32 performance of 43.94 TFLOPS. In the measured FPS data, the GPU’s influence becomes more apparent as resolution increases; at 4K, the frame rates scale more steeply with settings, indicating that the GPU is handling the additional pixel workload.

The nearest rivals in the benchmark database provide context for the GPU’s standing. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 has an average score of 50001, just 0.1% higher, making it a near-identical match in synthetic tests. The Intel Arc A550M scores 49737, which is 0.4% lower, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 50951, a 2% advantage, and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT scores 48477, a 3.1% deficit. These comparisons suggest that the RTX 5070 Ti performs in line with previous-generation high-end cards, despite its newer architecture. In Overpower specifically, the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM ensures that even at Ultra settings and 4K resolution, memory capacity is not a limiting factor, as the game’s texture and geometry requirements are well within this allocation.

The RTX 5070 Ti’s boost clock of 2452 MHz is key to its performance, as higher clocks directly translate to more frames per second in GPU-bound scenarios. At 4K Ultra, the 93 FPS average shows that the GPU is being pushed, but the 16 GB memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth prevent stuttering or texture pop-in. The GPU’s 70 RT cores and 280 tensor cores also contribute to Overpower’s visual effects, though the measured data does not isolate ray tracing performance. Overall, the GPU role is clear: it provides the raw power to maintain high frame rates across all resolutions, with the CPU becoming the bottleneck only at lower settings and resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo’s rank in Overpower, and how many total combinations were tested?

A: The combo ranks 372nd out of 3713 tested combinations, placing it in the top 10% of all systems evaluated.

Q: Which settings preset delivers the highest average FPS at 1920x1080?

A: The Low preset delivers the highest average FPS at 231, followed by Medium at 159 FPS, High at 148 FPS, and Ultra at 123 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 49957, while the Radeon RX Vega 64 scores 50001, a delta of -0.1%, making them nearly identical in synthetic performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 121 FPS, with a maximum of 163 FPS and an average of 142 FPS.

Q: At 3840x2160, which preset stays above 120 FPS on average?

A: Only the Low preset stays above 120 FPS at 3840x2160, averaging 193 FPS, while Medium averages 121 FPS, High averages 112 FPS, and Ultra averages 93 FPS.

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

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR7 memory with a 256-bit bus and a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F plays a crucial role in this combo, particularly at lower resolutions and settings where the GPU is not fully stressed. With 6 cores and 12 threads, base clock of 2.50 GHz, and boost clock of 4.40 GHz, this CPU provides solid multi-threaded performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12380 and single-core score of 1680. The CPU’s 73rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19039, indicates it is a capable mid-range processor, but not a top-tier option. In Overpower, the CPU’s influence is most evident at 1080p Low, where the frame rate caps at 231 FPS, suggesting that the 6 cores and 12 threads are the limiting factor rather than the GPU.

The nearest rivals in the database further contextualize the CPU’s performance. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS has an average score of 19047, a 0% delta, making it a direct competitor. The Intel Core 3 201E scores 19056, which is -0.1% higher, while the Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, a 0.3% deficit, and the AMD EPYC 7773X scores 18979, also a 0.3% deficit. These small deltas indicate that the i5-12400F sits at the performance level of several other mid-range and mobile processors, reinforcing its position as a balanced choice for gaming.

The CPU’s 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide sufficient data for game workloads, though the lack of integrated graphics is not a concern given the dedicated GPU. At 1440p and 4K, the CPU’s role diminishes as the GPU becomes the primary driver, but at 1080p, the i5-12400F’s single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1680) is critical for maintaining high frame rates. The data shows that the CPU can support up to 231 FPS in Overpower, but beyond that, the processor’s limits are reached. For users with high-refresh monitors (240 Hz or higher), this CPU may be a bottleneck, while those with 144 Hz displays will find it more than adequate. Overall, the i5-12400F provides a strong foundation for this combo, ensuring that the RTX 5070 Ti is not held back in most scenarios, except at the lowest settings and resolutions.