Overpower

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a performance profile in Overpower that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphics settings. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, but one that requires careful setting adjustments to maintain smooth gameplay at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to characterize the strengths and limitations of this specific combination.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions reveal a clear and predictable scaling pattern, with the most significant performance drop occurring between 1440p and 4K. At the "High" preset, the average FPS declines from 83 at 1080p to 74 at 1440p, a modest 10.8% reduction. However, moving from 1440p to 2160p (4K) results in a more substantial drop from 74 to 63 FPS, a 14.9% decrease. This pattern indicates that while the system can maintain playable framerates at 1440p, the transition to 4K places a significantly heavier load on the rendering pipeline.

The scaling behavior is even more pronounced at the "Low" preset. The system achieves 143 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 127 FPS at 1440p (an 11.2% decline), and then falls to 108 FPS at 4K (a 15% drop from 1440p). This consistent pattern of increasing performance loss at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor as pixel count increases. The arithmetic progression of the FPS decline—roughly 16 FPS lost from 1080p to 1440p, and 19 FPS lost from 1440p to 4K—indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER's rendering throughput is being progressively saturated.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system has sufficient headroom in both CPU and GPU capabilities to achieve high framerates, as evidenced by the 143 FPS result at Low settings. However, the scaling penalty from 1080p to 4K is steep; at the "Medium" preset, the FPS drops from 89 at 1080p to 68 at 4K, a 23.6% reduction. This steep decline at 4K across all presets indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources are the dominant constraints at that resolution. The RTX 2070 SUPER's 448.0 GB/s bandwidth and 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are simply not sufficient to maintain the same relative performance at 4K as they do at 1080p.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the central component in determining Overpower's performance at higher resolutions. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, paired with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. The measured data shows that this configuration provides solid performance at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain high framerates at 4K, particularly at higher quality settings.

At 4K resolution, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The "High" preset yields an average of 63 FPS, while the "Ultra" preset drops to 52 FPS. This 17.5% performance penalty from High to Ultra at 4K highlights how the GPU's shading units (2560) and texture mapping units (160) are taxed by the increased visual complexity. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for this game at these settings, as the data does not indicate any memory-related stuttering or min FPS anomalies, but the raw compute throughput becomes the bottleneck.

The GPU's role is further clarified when examining the scaling from Low to Ultra at each resolution. At 1080p, the FPS ranges from 143 (Low) down to 69 (Ultra), a 51.7% reduction. At 4K, the same settings span from 108 to 52 FPS, a 51.9% reduction. This consistent percentage drop across resolutions indicates that the GPU's performance scaling with settings is uniform, but the absolute values at 4K are simply too low for a consistently smooth experience at the highest presets. The GPU's 64 ROPs and 113.3 GPixel/s pixel rate are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the 4K data suggests the pixel fill rate becomes a limiting factor.

The RTX 2070 SUPER's position in the broader GPU landscape is consistent with its performance here. It holds the 65th percentile among all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Arc A750 and Intel Arc B570, which have average benchmark scores within 1.5% of the RTX 2070 SUPER's 20282 average. This indicates that the GPU is a mid-to-upper-tier performer, and the Overpower results reflect that positioning—capable but not exceptional at extreme resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12600KF provides a robust foundation for this gaming system, though the data suggests its role is secondary to the GPU in Overpower. The CPU features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its Alder Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process, delivers strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23391 and single-core score of 3302.

The CPU's influence on Overpower's framerates is most evident at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 143 FPS, which suggests the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently to reach high framerates. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7956 and single-thread score of 1016 indicate strong per-core performance, which is essential for game logic and draw call processing. The CPU's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide ample fast memory for game data.

The CPU's performance relative to its peers is competitive. It sits at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27799. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, has an average score of 27896, a mere 0.3% difference. This close competition suggests that the i5-12600KF is not a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios, including Overpower. The CPU's ability to maintain high framerates at 1080p Low (143 FPS) and 1440p Low (127 FPS) demonstrates that it can keep pace with the GPU's output.

However, the CPU's role becomes less significant as resolution increases. At 4K, the FPS differences between presets are primarily driven by GPU load, not CPU capabilities. The fact that the system achieves 108 FPS at 4K Low settings indicates the CPU is still capable of high throughput, but the GPU's rendering limits prevent higher framerates. The CPU's 125 W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory provide flexibility, but the measured data does not suggest any CPU-induced stuttering or frame drops, as the min FPS values at Medium settings (57 at 4K, 67 at 1440p, 76 at 1080p) are proportionally consistent with average FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested CPU-GPU combinations for Overpower, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-12600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 2146 out of 3713 total combos. This places it in the 42.2nd percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly 42% of systems while being surpassed by 58% of them. This mid-pack ranking is consistent with the individual components' positions—the CPU at the 79th percentile and GPU at the 65th percentile—though the combo's ranking is lower than either component's individual standing.

The rank suggests that while both components are competent, the pairing may not be optimally balanced for Overpower's specific demands. The GPU's performance ceiling appears to be the limiting factor, as the CPU has more headroom than the GPU. This is evidenced by the fact that the CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i9-10900K (average score 27872, -0.3% delta) and AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (average score 27887, -0.3% delta), have nearly identical CPU performance, yet the combo's rank is determined by the overall system result.

The combo's rank of 2146 out of 3713 indicates that a significant number of other CPU-GPU pairings achieve higher framerates in Overpower. This is likely due to the RTX 2070 SUPER's age relative to newer GPUs, as it was released in 2019 and is now end-of-life. The GPU's performance, while still respectable, is outpaced by more recent mid-range and high-end cards. The data shows that the combo's performance at 4K Ultra (52 FPS) is below the threshold for smooth 60 FPS gameplay, which is a common target for modern action games.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired framerate. At 1080p, all presets are playable, with the "Ultra" preset achieving 69 FPS and the "High" preset reaching 83 FPS. For a smooth 60+ FPS experience at 1080p, the "High" preset is recommended, as it provides a balance of visual quality and performance, with the "Medium" preset (89 FPS) offering additional headroom for those who prefer higher framerates.

At 1440p, the "High" preset (74 FPS) is the recommended choice for a solid 60+ FPS experience. The "Ultra" preset (61 FPS) is borderline playable but may experience occasional dips below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. The "Medium" preset (79 FPS) is a safer option for maintaining consistent framerates above 70 FPS. The measured min FPS of 67 at 1440p Medium indicates that even in the most demanding moments, the system stays above 60 FPS.

At 4K, the settings recommendations become more conservative. The "Low" preset (108 FPS) provides excellent performance and is the only 4K setting that consistently exceeds 100 FPS. The "Medium" preset (68 FPS) is playable and maintains a minimum of 57 FPS, which is close to the 60 FPS target but may stutter in heavy scenes. The "High" preset (63 FPS) is also playable but offers little headroom, while the "Ultra" preset (52 FPS) is not recommended for smooth gameplay. For players prioritizing a stable 60 FPS at 4K, the "Medium" preset is the best balance, while those who value higher framerates should consider the "Low" preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete FPS data for this combo across all tested configurations is as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 143 FPS average
• Medium: 89 FPS average (min 76, max 102)
• High: 83 FPS average
• Ultra: 69 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 127 FPS average
• Medium: 79 FPS average (min 67, max 91)
• High: 74 FPS average
• Ultra: 61 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 108 FPS average
• Medium: 68 FPS average (min 57, max 78)
• High: 63 FPS average
• Ultra: 52 FPS average

The data shows that the "Low" preset consistently provides the highest framerates, with a 60.8% improvement over "Ultra" at 1080p (143 vs 69 FPS), a 51.6% improvement at 1440p (127 vs 61 FPS), and a 51.9% improvement at 4K (108 vs 52 FPS). The "Medium" preset offers a significant boost over "High" at all resolutions, with 7.2% higher FPS at 1080p (89 vs 83), 6.8% higher at 1440p (79 vs 74), and 7.9% higher at 4K (68 vs 63). The min FPS data at Medium settings shows that the system maintains 76 FPS minimum at 1080p, 67 FPS at 1440p, and 57 FPS at 4K, indicating that even in the worst-case scenarios, the system remains within acceptable performance bounds for most gaming scenarios.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Overpower at 4K with high settings?*

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 63 FPS at 4K with High settings, which is playable but leaves little headroom. The minimum FPS is not recorded for this setting, but the Medium preset shows a minimum of 57 FPS, suggesting that High may dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The "Medium" preset is recommended for 1440p, as it achieves an average of 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS, ensuring consistent gameplay above 60 FPS. The "High" preset (74 FPS) is also viable, but the Medium preset provides more consistent performance.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in terms of overall performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-12600KF has an average benchmark score of 27799, which is within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (27896) and Intel Core i9-10900K (27872). This indicates near-identical overall CPU performance among these processors.

Q: What are the GPU's memory specifications?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The memory operates at 1750 MHz, which translates to 14 Gbps effective.

Q: Is the "Ultra" preset viable at any resolution?

A: At 1080p, Ultra achieves 69 FPS, which is playable. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 61 FPS, which is borderline. At 4K, Ultra reaches only 52 FPS, which is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Overpower?*

A: This combo ranks 2146 out of 3713 tested combinations, placing it in the 42.2nd percentile. This means it outperforms about 42% of all tested systems but is surpassed by the majority of configurations.