Overpower

The Intel Core i5-13400F and Intel Arc B570 pairing occupies a specific niche in the benchmark database for Overpower. With a combo rank of 2373 out of 2980 tested configurations, this system sits in the lower-mid tier of performance, yet the individual component data reveals a more nuanced story about where bottlenecks and strengths lie. The measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions and settings suggest a system that can handle the game, but with clear limitations at higher graphical presets.

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

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 13th Gen Raptor Lake processor, built on Intel's 10 nm process. It offers 10 cores and 16 threads, a configuration that balances multi-threaded capability with single-thread responsiveness. Its base clock of 2.50 GHz can boost up to 4.60 GHz, which is directly relevant to Overpower's frame pacing. The CPU's 3DMark scores show a strong scaling from 2 threads (1880) to 8 threads (5591), but the jump to 16 threads (7314) and max threads (7307) is marginal. This indicates that while the CPU has headroom for heavily threaded workloads, Overpower likely does not scale beyond 8 threads, making the 10-core design somewhat underutilized in this specific title.

The single-thread performance, as measured by 3DMark at 960 points and Cinebench R23 at 3191 points, is solid but not exceptional. This is crucial for Overpower, as the data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 110 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, it drops to 53 FPS. This 57 FPS gap is far too large to be attributed solely to graphical load; it suggests that the CPU's single-thread capabilities are being stressed as the render workload increases, exposing a potential bottleneck. The CPU's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB L2 per core help mitigate latency, but the PassMark single-thread score of 3634 places it in a competitive range with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (delta 0%) and Intel Core 5 120 (delta -0.3%), indicating it is not a weak link, but neither is it a dominant force.

In the context of Overpower, the CPU's role appears to be a stable foundation rather than a performance driver. The benchmark data shows that at lower resolutions (1080p) and lower settings (Low), the frame rate is highest (110 FPS), which implies the CPU is feeding frames efficiently. However, as resolution and settings increase, the GPU becomes the primary limiter, and the CPU's job shifts to maintaining a consistent frame delivery. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 suggests that in more CPU-intensive scenarios, this processor would not be the primary constraint, but Overpower's engine seems to rely more on single-core throughput, where this chip performs adequately but not spectacularly.

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

The Intel Arc B570 is a Battlemage generation GPU, featuring the Xe2-HPG architecture on a 5 nm TSMC process. It comes equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU's base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, which is consistent under load. This memory configuration is a key factor in Overpower's performance, as the game's texture and geometry demands at higher settings can quickly consume VRAM. The 10 GB capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K Ultra, the system's average FPS of 40 suggests that memory bandwidth and capacity are being pushed to their limits.

The GPU's raw compute power is reflected in its PassMark G3D score of 14195, which places it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (delta 0.1%) and the Intel Arc A750 (delta -0.1%). This indicates that the B570 is a competent mid-range performer, but it is not designed for high-end 4K gaming. The FP32 performance of 11.52 TFLOPS and the 2304 shading units provide enough horsepower for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the data shows a clear cliff at 4K.

Looking at the measured FPS, the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 110, which drops to 98 at 1440p Low and 84 at 4K Low. This 26 FPS drop from 1080p to 4K at Low settings shows that even at minimal graphical load, the GPU is struggling to maintain high frame rates at higher pixel counts. The situation worsens at Ultra settings, where the FPS drops from 53 at 1080p to 47 at 1440p and 40 at 4K. The RT cores (18) and DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) are present, but the benchmark data does not show any ray tracing-specific tests, so their impact on Overpower is unclear. The GPU's 150 W TDP and 450 W suggested PSU indicate a power-efficient design, but the performance per watt is not a metric we can assess from this data.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo rank of 2373 out of 2980 tested combinations places this system in the bottom 20% of all tested configurations for Overpower. This is a significant finding, as the individual components—CPU and GPU—are not bottom-tier parts. The CPU's percentile vs all CPUs is 77, and the GPU's is 65, yet their combined performance in this game is ranked lower than either component's individual standing. This suggests a potential mismatch or a game-specific bottleneck that is not being fully utilized by the hardware.

Comparing this to the CPU's nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (delta 0%) and Intel Core 5 120 (delta -0.3%) perform nearly identically in synthetic benchmarks, yet the overall combo rank does not reflect this parity. Similarly, the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 3070 Mobile (delta 0.1%) and Arc A750 (delta -0.1%), are within a fraction of a percent in average score, but the combo rank in Overpower is low. This could indicate that Overpower is not optimized for this specific architecture combination, or that the CPU-GPU pairing is not synergistic in this title.

The data implies that while the hardware is capable of producing good scores in isolation, the game's engine does not leverage the full potential of either component. The 10-core CPU and the B570's architecture might have driver-level inefficiencies or scheduling issues that prevent them from working together optimally. The fact that the combo rank is so low relative to the component percentiles suggests that users with this setup might experience inconsistent performance compared to other systems with similar hardware. The measured FPS, however, provides a more direct picture of what to expect in practice.

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

At 1080p, the system shows its best performance. On Low settings, it averages 110 FPS, which is smooth and playable. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 69 FPS, with a minimum of 59 and a maximum of 79. High settings yield 64 FPS, while Ultra brings it down to 53 FPS. This progression shows a steep decline from Low to Medium (41 FPS drop), but a more gradual taper from Medium to Ultra (16 FPS drop). The 1080p results suggest that the system is GPU-limited at Medium and above, as the CPU should be able to handle higher frame rates at lower settings.

At 1440p, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings average 98 FPS, Medium drops to 62 FPS (min 52, max 71), High hits 57 FPS, and Ultra falls to 47 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 36 FPS, which is consistent with the 1080p pattern. The 1440p results are still playable at Medium (62 FPS) and High (57 FPS), but Ultra dips below 50 FPS, which might be a concern for smooth gameplay. The difference between 1080p and 1440p at the same settings is roughly 10-12% across the board, indicating a linear scaling with pixel count.

At 4K (3840x2160), the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings average 84 FPS, which is still decent, but Medium drops to 52 FPS (min 44, max 60), High to 49 FPS, and Ultra to 40 FPS. The 4K results show that only Low settings are truly playable, and even then, the frame rate is 26 FPS lower than at 1080p Low. The Medium setting's minimum of 44 FPS suggests occasional stutters, which could be jarring in an action game. The 4K Ultra setting at 40 FPS is borderline playable but likely not the intended experience for this hardware.

FAQ

*Q: Is this combo better suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming in Overpower?*

A: According to the measured data, the system performs well at both 1080p and 1440p, but 1080p offers higher average FPS across all settings. At 1440p High, it averages 57 FPS, while at 1080p High it averages 64 FPS. For a smoother experience, 1080p is the safer choice, but 1440p Medium (62 FPS) is also viable.

Q: What is the biggest performance drop between settings?

A: The data shows the largest drop occurs when moving from Low to Medium settings. At 1080p, the average FPS falls from 110 to 69, a 41 FPS decrease. At 1440p, the drop is from 98 to 62 (36 FPS), and at 4K, from 84 to 52 (32 FPS). This suggests that Medium settings impose a significant additional load on the GPU.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, scores 25284 with a 0% delta, and the Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 with a -0.3% delta. This indicates that the CPU is statistically on par with these alternatives in general benchmarks.

*Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for 4K in Overpower?*

A: The GPU has 10 GB of GDDR6 memory. At 4K Ultra, the system averages 40 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it averages 52 FPS. While the VRAM is not explicitly listed as a limiting factor, the low frame rates at 4K suggest that the memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s may be insufficient for high-detail textures at this resolution.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a balanced experience?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1440p Medium (62 FPS) offers a good balance between visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Medium (69 FPS) is also a solid choice. Ultra settings at any resolution drop the frame rate below 53 FPS, which may not be ideal for an action game.

Q: Why is the combo rank so low despite decent component scores?

A: The combo rank of 2373 out of 2980 is lower than the individual component percentiles (CPU 77th, GPU 65th). This suggests that the CPU and GPU do not synergize well in Overpower, possibly due to driver overhead or game-specific engine limitations, leading to underperformance compared to other pairings.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data points to a clear hierarchy of playable settings. For the best experience, prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity is advisable. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 110 FPS, which is excellent for an action game, but the jump to Medium (69 FPS) is substantial and provides better visuals while still being smooth. The High preset (64 FPS) is also acceptable, but the Ultra preset (53 FPS) introduces a noticeable dip that might affect gameplay responsiveness.

At 1440p, the Medium preset (62 FPS) is the sweet spot, offering a good balance of clarity and performance. The High preset (57 FPS) is playable but close to the 60 FPS threshold, and the Low preset (98 FPS) is overkill for most monitors. The Ultra preset (47 FPS) is not recommended, as it falls below the smoothness standard. For 4K, only the Low preset (84 FPS) is recommended for a playable experience; Medium (52 FPS) and above are too demanding for this hardware.

The data implies that the game is more GPU-bound at higher settings, so users should adjust their expectations based on resolution. If a high refresh rate monitor is used, 1080p Low or Medium is the best choice. For a 1440p monitor, Medium settings provide the best compromise. The Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, and even then, it sacrifices significant performance.

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

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a consistent pattern across all settings. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 110 at 1080p to 98 at 1440p (a 10.9% decrease) and further to 84 at 4K (a 23.6% decrease from 1080p). This relatively moderate drop suggests that at Low settings, the CPU is still able to feed the GPU enough frames, and the GPU's pixel throughput is not the only limiting factor—the CPU's single-thread performance plays a role in maintaining high frame rates.

At Medium settings, the drop is more pronounced: from 69 FPS at 1080p to 62 FPS at 1440p (10.1% decrease) and 52 FPS at 4K (24.6% decrease). The High settings show a similar trend: 64 FPS at 1080p, 57 FPS at 1440p (10.9% decrease), and 49 FPS at 4K (23.4% decrease). At Ultra, the numbers are 53 FPS at 1080p, 47 FPS at 1440p (11.3% decrease), and 40 FPS at 4K (24.5% decrease). The consistent ~10% drop from 1080p to 1440p and ~24% drop from 1080p to 4K indicates that the GPU is the primary scaling factor, as the CPU's workload does not increase significantly with resolution.

The fact that the percentage drop is nearly identical across all settings (around 10% for 1440p and 24% for 4K) strongly suggests that the Intel Arc B570 is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a smaller FPS drop at higher resolutions, as the GPU would have more time to render each frame. Instead, the linear scaling with pixel count points to the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth (380.0 GB/s) as the constraining factors. The 10 GB VRAM is sufficient, but the 160-bit bus width limits the data throughput, which becomes more critical at 4K. Therefore, the data indicates that upgrading the GPU would yield the most significant performance gains in Overpower, especially at higher resolutions.