Overpower

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Overpower reveals a clear and predictable scaling pattern as resolution increases, with the most dramatic drop occurring between 1080p and 4K. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 272.1 FPS at 1920x1080 to 206.1 FPS at 3840x2160, a decline of 66 FPS that demonstrates the GPU's growing workload at higher pixel counts. The scaling becomes more pronounced at higher quality presets; at Ultra settings, the drop from 126.9 FPS at 1080p to 96.4 FPS at 4K represents a 30.5 FPS reduction, indicating that the combination of resolution and graphical fidelity compounds the performance cost.

The 1440p results sit comfortably between the two extremes, with Low settings achieving 237.9 FPS and Ultra reaching 116.8 FPS. This intermediate resolution shows a much gentler scaling curve, suggesting that the RTX 4080 SUPER has ample headroom at 2560x1440. The data indicates that the limiting component shifts as resolution increases: at 1080p, the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads are likely keeping pace with the GPU's output, but at 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, particularly at Ultra settings where the 96.4 FPS figure shows the card working near its capacity.

The most telling comparison is between High and Ultra at each resolution. At 1080p, High delivers 154.1 FPS while Ultra drops to 126.9 FPS—a 27.2 FPS gap. At 4K, this gap narrows to 21.6 FPS (118 vs 96.4), implying that the GPU is already stretched thin at higher resolutions, making the additional Ultra effects less impactful on performance. This pattern suggests that Overpower's resolution scaling is primarily GPU-bound, with the 16 GB GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth proving sufficient even at 4K, where the card maintains playable frame rates across all settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's specifications directly explain its measured performance in Overpower. With 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, the card delivers 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for the game's texture and geometry demands at all tested resolutions. The 10240 shading units and 80 RT cores provide substantial raw compute, reflected in the card's 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs and an average benchmark score of 53610. The boost clock of 2550 MHz, up from a 2295 MHz base, allows the card to maintain high sustained performance during extended gaming sessions.

The GPU's benchmark results align with its in-game behavior. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6600 and Passmark G3D score of 34245 indicate strong DirectX 12 performance, which is relevant for a modern action title like Overpower. The card's nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, scores 53489 on average, putting the RTX 4080 SUPER just 0.2% ahead—a negligible difference that suggests both cards deliver comparable raw performance in synthetic tests. However, the measured FPS data shows the RTX 4080 SUPER achieving 272.1 FPS at 1080p Low, demonstrating that its real-world gaming performance exceeds what synthetic benchmarks might suggest.

The 45,900 million transistors on TSMC's 5 nm process node give the card a density of 121.1 million transistors per square millimeter, enabling the 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. This raw power translates into the observed frame rates: at 4K Ultra, the card still manages 96.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The 320W TDP and 700W suggested PSU requirement are consistent with a high-end card that delivers this level of performance. The card's 88th percentile GPU ranking, compared to the CPU's 93rd percentile, suggests that the GPU is the slightly weaker link in this pairing, though both components are well-matched for Overpower.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing Overpower on this hardware. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 154.1 FPS, which is already well above the refresh rate of most monitors, while Ultra drops to 126.9 FPS—still smooth but requiring a 144Hz+ display to fully utilize. The Medium preset at 169.6 FPS offers the best balance for competitive play at 1080p, as it provides a significant FPS boost over High without the visual compromise of Low (272.1 FPS, which is excessive for most use cases).

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 140.6 FPS is the recommended choice for most users, as it maintains high frame rates while delivering good visual quality. The Ultra preset at 116.8 FPS is acceptable for those prioritizing image quality over raw speed, but the 23.8 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not justify the visual gains. Medium at 152.9 FPS offers a competitive advantage for fast-paced action sequences, though the difference from High is modest.

At 3840x2160, the High preset at 118 FPS is the sweet spot, providing excellent performance that exceeds 100 FPS while retaining substantial graphical fidelity. The Ultra preset at 96.4 FPS is viable for cinematic experiences or slower gameplay, but the 21.6 FPS penalty over High makes it less desirable for action-heavy scenarios. The Low preset at 206.1 FPS at 4K is overkill for most displays and sacrifices too much visual quality. The data suggests that High is the optimal preset across all resolutions, with Medium as a fallback for competitive play and Ultra reserved for users with high-refresh-rate 4K displays who prioritize visuals.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved by this combo in Overpower?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 272.1 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This represents the maximum performance ceiling for this configuration.

Q: Can this combo maintain 4K gaming at playable frame rates?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 118 FPS on High, 129.7 FPS on Medium, and 96.4 FPS on Ultra. All presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER scores 53610 on average benchmarks, placing it 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (53489) and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M (53414).

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the combo delivers 154.1 FPS at 1920x1080 and 118 FPS at 3840x2160, a difference of 36.1 FPS. This represents a 23.4% reduction in performance when moving to 4K.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more limiting in this configuration?

A: The CPU ranks in the 93rd percentile while the GPU ranks in the 88th percentile, indicating the GPU is the more limiting component. However, at 1080p Low (272.1 FPS), the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads demonstrate sufficient headroom to avoid bottlenecking.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 89th out of 1744 tested combinations in Overpower, placing it in the top 5.1% of all tested systems.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination achieves a rank of 89 out of 1744 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 5.1% of all configurations. This ranking is particularly impressive given that the CPU's average benchmark score of 49166 places it just 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X (49062) and 1% ahead of the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (48698). The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking among all processors confirms its position as a top-tier gaming chip, while the GPU's 88th percentile ranking shows it is slightly less exceptional relative to its peers.

The ranking suggests that this combo delivers near-elite performance in Overpower, with the measured FPS data supporting this conclusion. The 272.1 FPS at 1080p Low and 96.4 FPS at 4K Ultra demonstrate that the system can handle both competitive and high-fidelity gaming scenarios. The 1744 combos tested include various CPU-GPU pairings, and this combo's 89th position indicates that while there are 88 faster configurations, the vast majority of systems tested fall behind this setup. The GPU's nearest rival, the RX 6900 XT, is only 0.2% behind in average benchmark score, but the measured in-game performance shows this combo's strength lies in its balanced pairing, allowing the CPU to feed the GPU effectively even at high frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600K's specifications and benchmark results provide context for its role in Overpower's performance. With 14 cores and 20 threads, the CPU offers substantial multi-threading capability, reflected in its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32881 and Geekbench multicore score of 15846. The 3.50 GHz base clock and 5.30 GHz boost clock enable strong single-threaded performance, as evidenced by the 4642 Cinebench R23 single-core score and 2803 Geekbench single-core score. These figures place the CPU in the 93rd percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 49166.

The CPU's nearest rivals show how closely matched it is to other high-end processors. The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X scores 49062, just 0.2% behind, while the Intel Core i5-14600KF scores 49367, 0.4% ahead. This tight clustering indicates that the i5-14600K is right at the performance frontier for gaming CPUs. In Overpower, the CPU's role becomes apparent when examining the FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p Low (272.1 FPS), the CPU must process a high number of frames per second, and its 20 threads ensure that the GPU is not starved of data. The Passmark multithread score of 38682 and physics score of 2473 indicate strong performance in CPU-intensive scenarios typical of action games.

The CPU's L3 cache of 24 MB shared across cores, along with 2 MB L2 per core, provides low-latency access to frequently used data, which is crucial for maintaining high frame rates. The 10 nm process node and 257 mm² die size contribute to a 125W TDP, allowing for sustained boost clocks during gaming. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5, with dual-channel configuration, gives system builders flexibility without compromising performance. In Overpower, the CPU's 93rd percentile ranking exceeds the GPU's 88th percentile, suggesting that the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing, capable of supporting even more powerful GPUs if needed.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 272.1 FPS average
• Medium: 169.6 FPS average
• High: 154.1 FPS average
• Ultra: 126.9 FPS average

At 1080p, the combo delivers exceptional performance across all settings. The gap between Low and Medium is 102.5 FPS, indicating that Medium settings introduce significant visual effects that impact performance. The jump from Medium to High is smaller (15.5 FPS), suggesting diminishing returns from Medium to High. Ultra costs an additional 27.2 FPS over High, reflecting the heavier load from ultra-quality textures and effects.

2560x1440:

• Low: 237.9 FPS average
• Medium: 152.9 FPS average
• High: 140.6 FPS average
• Ultra: 116.8 FPS average

At 1440p, the performance scales predictably. Low remains very high at 237.9 FPS, while Medium drops to 152.9 FPS—a 85 FPS reduction. High is only 12.3 FPS behind Medium, showing that High is nearly as efficient as Medium while providing better visuals. Ultra at 116.8 FPS is 23.8 FPS behind High, making it the least efficient preset in terms of FPS-per-visual-quality.

3840x2160:

• Low: 206.1 FPS average
• Medium: 129.7 FPS average
• High: 118 FPS average
• Ultra: 96.4 FPS average

At 4K, the GPU's workload becomes evident. Low still achieves 206.1 FPS, but Medium drops to 129.7 FPS—a 76.4 FPS reduction. High at 118 FPS is 11.7 FPS behind Medium, while Ultra at 96.4 FPS is 21.6 FPS behind High. The 4K results show the RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient to maintain playable frame rates even at the highest settings, though Ultra dips below 100 FPS.

The data across all resolutions and settings shows that this combo is best suited for 1440p High (140.6 FPS) or 4K High (118 FPS) gaming, offering the optimal balance between visual quality and performance. For competitive play, 1080p Medium (169.6 FPS) or 1440p Low (237.9 FPS) provide the highest frame rates without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.