Overpower

Overpower, a 2023 action title, presents a demanding workload that clearly separates the capabilities of its components. This analysis examines the Intel Core i5-13400F and Intel Arc B390 combo, which ranks 2638th out of 2980 tested combinations. The data reveals a system where the graphics processor is the primary constraint, with the CPU providing ample headroom. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings tell a consistent story of a GPU-bound experience, making the choice of graphics settings the single most critical factor for playability.

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

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. It operates at a base clock of 2.50 GHz and can boost up to 4.60 GHz. This configuration, with its 20 MB of shared L3 cache, is a robust desktop part. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and a single-core score of 3191, indicate substantial processing power. The CPU's percentile rank of 77 among all tested CPUs confirms that it is a strong performer, placing it well above the median.

In the context of Overpower, the CPU's role appears to be supportive rather than primary. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 72 FPS, which is the highest average frame rate recorded. However, when the resolution is increased to 4K, the frame rate drops significantly, even at the same Low settings. If the CPU were the main bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller performance delta between resolutions, as the CPU's workload would remain relatively constant. The fact that performance scales so dramatically with resolution points directly to the GPU as the limiting factor.

The processor's multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by a PassMark multithread score of 25032, are more than sufficient for the demands of a modern action game. The data suggests that the i5-13400F is not struggling to feed the GPU with draw calls or process game logic. The CPU's performance in 3DMark tests, from 1880 in the 2-thread test to 7314 in the 16-thread test, shows good scaling and headroom. This indicates that the system is not CPU-bound, and the frame rate ceilings are determined by the graphics card's output. The CPU's 65W TDP and active production status make it a standard, capable component that is unlikely to be the source of performance issues in this specific pairing.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo in Overpower?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 72 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. At the same resolution, the frame rate drops to 42 FPS on High and 35 FPS on Ultra settings.

Q: How does the GPU's benchmark score compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B390 has an average 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482. This places it 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% ahead of the GeForce 800M, 2.5% ahead of the GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% ahead of the GT 710. Its percentile rank is 9, indicating it is a low-performing GPU relative to all others.

Q: Is the system more likely to be limited by the CPU or the GPU?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting component. This is evident from the resolution scaling: at 1080p Low, the system achieves 72 FPS, but at 4K Low, it drops to 54 FPS. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would not decline so sharply with increased resolution.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average frame rate on Low settings is 64 FPS. Moving to Ultra settings reduces the average frame rate to 31 FPS. This represents a 33 FPS drop, or approximately a 52% decrease in performance.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: The combo is ranked 2638 out of 2980 total combinations tested for Overpower. This places it in the lower percentile of systems, which is consistent with the GPU's low benchmark scores and the measured frame rates.

Q: Does the CPU's benchmark performance suggest it can handle the game's processing demands?

A: Yes. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 22604, and its single-core score is 3191. These scores, along with its 77th percentile ranking, indicate strong processing capabilities that are not the primary bottleneck in this system.

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

The measured FPS data across resolutions provides a clear picture of system behavior. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 72 FPS at 1080p to 64 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 54 FPS at 4K. This is a 25% decrease in performance from 1080p to 4K. The pattern is similar at other settings. At High settings, the frame rate falls from 42 FPS at 1080p to 37 FPS at 1440p, and then to 32 FPS at 4K. At Medium settings, the drop is from 45 FPS to 40 FPS to 34 FPS across the same resolutions. Finally, at Ultra settings, the frame rate goes from 35 FPS to 31 FPS to 26 FPS.

This consistent scaling pattern is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario. As the resolution increases, the number of pixels the graphics card must render grows exponentially. The CPU's workload, which involves processing game logic and preparing draw calls, remains relatively static. Since the frame rate decreases with resolution, it shows that the GPU is working at its maximum capacity, and the CPU is not able to compensate for the increased graphical load. The data implies that the Intel Arc B390 is the performance ceiling. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would not see such a significant drop in frame rates when moving from 1080p to 4K, as the CPU's workload would not increase proportionally with the pixel count. The 20% reduction in FPS at Low settings from 1080p to 4K, and a similar 26% reduction at Ultra settings, confirms that the graphics card is the primary bottleneck.

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

Based on the measured data, the choice of settings is a trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. The Low preset at 1080p is the only configuration that achieves an average frame rate above 60 FPS, hitting 72 FPS. This suggests that for a smooth, competitive experience, Low settings are required. At 1440p, the Low preset yields 64 FPS, which is also playable. However, any higher settings at these resolutions result in sub-60 FPS averages.

For a more visually rich experience, the Medium preset offers a compromise. At 1080p, it delivers an average of 45 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS. This is a noticeable step up from the Low preset's visuals but comes at a significant cost to smoothness. At 1440p, the Medium preset drops to 40 FPS, and at 4K, it falls to 34 FPS. The High and Ultra presets consistently deliver lower average frame rates across all resolutions, with High at 42 FPS (1080p), 37 FPS (1440p), and 32 FPS (4K), and Ultra at 35 FPS, 31 FPS, and 26 FPS respectively.

The data suggests that the "best experience" depends on the user's priority. For players prioritizing a stable, high frame rate, the Low preset is the only viable option. For those who prefer higher visual quality and can tolerate frame rates in the 30-45 FPS range, the Medium preset at 1080p seems to be the most balanced, as it provides a higher minimum FPS (38) compared to High (no min data) and Ultra (no min data) at the same resolution. The Ultra preset, while visually the most demanding, offers the lowest frame rates and would be difficult to play smoothly on this hardware. The data clearly indicates that this combo is not suited for high or ultra settings at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and the Intel Arc B390 ranks 2638th out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower. This places it in the bottom 12% of all systems tested. This low ranking is directly attributable to the GPU's performance, as its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 places it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU, by contrast, is a strong performer, ranking in the 77th percentile.

The disparity between the CPU's high percentile and the combo's low rank underscores the fact that the graphics card is the definitive bottleneck. The CPU is capable of much higher frame rates, but it is held back by the GPU's limited processing power. This is a common scenario where a powerful processor is paired with a weak graphics solution, resulting in a system that is not balanced for gaming. The rank of 2638 reflects the GPU's limitations, not the CPU's. While the i5-13400F is ranked in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, its potential is largely unrealized in this pairing, as the Arc B390's low performance prevents the system from reaching higher frame rates that the CPU could easily support. The data suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield a massive improvement in the combo's rank and in-game performance.

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

The following is a detailed breakdown of the measured average FPS for each resolution and settings preset.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 54 FPS
• Medium: 34 FPS (min 29, max 39)
• High: 32 FPS
• Ultra: 26 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 64 FPS
• Medium: 40 FPS (min 34, max 46)
• High: 37 FPS
• Ultra: 31 FPS

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 72 FPS
• Medium: 45 FPS (min 38, max 52)
• High: 42 FPS
• Ultra: 35 FPS

The data shows a clear hierarchy. At each resolution, Low settings provide the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and finally Ultra. The gaps between settings are substantial. At 1080p, there is a 27 FPS difference between Low and Ultra. At 1440p, the difference is 33 FPS, and at 4K, it is 28 FPS. This indicates that the graphical settings have a massive impact on performance, further confirming the GPU-bound nature of the system. The minimum FPS data, only available for Medium settings, shows that the frame rate can dip below the average, with a 29 FPS minimum at 4K. This suggests that even the Medium preset at 4K will experience noticeable stutters. The maximum FPS values for Medium settings, such as 52 at 1080p, show that the system can occasionally reach higher frame rates, but the average remains low.

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

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and built on a 3 nm process. It features a boost clock of 2500 MHz and a base clock of 300 MHz. The GPU has 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. Critically, its memory is "System Shared," meaning it has no dedicated VRAM and relies on the system's main memory. This is a significant limitation for a modern game like Overpower, which likely requires substantial memory bandwidth and capacity for textures and geometry.

The GPU's benchmark performance is very low. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 1482, placing it in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all older, low-end NVIDIA parts, such as the GeForce GT 710 and GT 625 OEM, which it only slightly outperforms. The GPU's theoretical performance of 7.680 TFLOPS FP32 is not reflected in the measured game frame rates, which are consistently low. The "System Shared" memory is a major bottleneck, as the GPU must compete with the CPU for memory access, and the bandwidth is "System Dependent." This architecture is fundamentally not designed for high-performance gaming.

The measured FPS data is a direct reflection of the GPU's capabilities. The highest average frame rate of 72 FPS at 1080p Low is achievable only because the graphical load is minimal. As soon as the settings or resolution are increased, the GPU's lack of dedicated memory and low processing power becomes apparent, and the frame rates plummet. The GPU's role in this combo is to provide a baseline level of graphical output, but it is severely underpowered for the demands of Overpower at higher quality settings. The data clearly shows that the Intel Arc B390 is the single most limiting factor in this system's gaming performance.