Overpower

The Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers a robust experience in Overpower, but the data reveals a clear performance hierarchy depending on the resolution. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates range from 271 FPS at Low settings down to 130 FPS at Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, these figures drop to 241 FPS at Low and 116 FPS at Ultra. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 205 FPS at Low, 128 FPS at Medium, 119 FPS at High, and 99 FPS at Ultra. The progression from 1080p to 4K shows a substantial scaling cost, with the Ultra preset losing 31 FPS when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and another 17 FPS when moving from 1440p to 4K. This scaling pattern indicates that the graphics card becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, while at lower resolutions, the system’s ability to maintain high frame rates is more dependent on the processor.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a predictable decline as resolution increases, but the rate of that decline is not uniform across settings. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 271 FPS at 1080p to 241 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of 30 FPS, and then falls to 205 FPS at 4K, another 36 FPS decrease. This suggests that even at the lowest graphical preset, the GPU is still being pushed harder at higher pixel counts, although the absolute numbers remain very high.

For the Medium preset, the average FPS goes from 169 at 1080p to 151 at 1440p, and then to 128 at 4K. The High preset shows a similar trend: 157 FPS at 1080p, 140 FPS at 1440p, and 119 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with averages of 130 FPS at 1080p, 116 FPS at 1440p, and 99 FPS at 4K. The gap between Low and Ultra at the same resolution is significant; at 4K, the difference is 106 FPS, which underscores the heavy load that Ultra settings place on the GPU.

The data indicates that the limiting component shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the average FPS at Low is 271, and at Ultra it is 130, a wide spread that implies the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU, but the GPU’s workload scales heavily with settings. At 4K, the spread narrows slightly in relative terms, with Low at 205 FPS and Ultra at 99 FPS, but the absolute numbers are lower across the board. This suggests that at 4K, the RTX 4080 is more consistently the bottleneck, as the pixel throughput demands increase, while the CPU’s role in driving frame rates diminishes.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global ranking for Overpower, this specific combo of the Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 holds the 201st position out of 3,713 tested combinations. This places it in the top 5.4% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a very high-performing setup for this game. The rank reflects the combination’s ability to deliver high average frame rates across the tested resolutions and settings, particularly excelling at lower resolutions where the processor’s strength is more apparent.

The combo’s rank is influenced by both components. The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247, and it sits in the 86th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54,209 with a delta of 0.1%, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X, which scores 54,828 with a delta of -1.1%. The i9-14900K has an average benchmark score of 79,097, placing it in the 95th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900KF, scores 79,371, which is a delta of -0.3%, meaning the 14900K is essentially on par with its KF variant. This pairing of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU justifies its position near the top of the Overpower rankings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a central figure in this combo’s performance, particularly as resolution and settings increase. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s. The GPU’s base clock is 2205 MHz, with a boost clock of 2505 MHz. These specifications support the frame rates seen in the measured data, especially at 4K where memory bandwidth and capacity are more critical.

In Overpower, the GPU’s role is evident from the FPS scaling. At 1080p, the Low preset averages 271 FPS, which is a high number that suggests the CPU is not holding back the GPU. However, at 4K, the Ultra preset averages 99 FPS, which is a 63% reduction from the 1080p Low figure. This drop is consistent with the GPU being tasked with rendering a much larger number of pixels. The RTX 4080’s 16 GB of VRAM is sufficient for the game at these settings, as the data does not show any unusual dips that would indicate memory pressure. The boost clock of 2505 MHz allows for consistent performance across the Medium preset, where the minimum FPS recorded is 109 at 4K, showing that the GPU can maintain a playable frame rate even under load.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Overpower?

A: The highest average FPS is 271, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the combo records an average FPS of 99, which is the lowest average among the measured configurations.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the 1440p Medium settings?

A: For the 2560x1440 resolution with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 128, with an average of 151 and a maximum of 173.

Q: How close is the i9-14900K to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The i9-14900K has an average score of 79,097, while its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900KF, scores 79,371, a delta of -0.3%.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is in the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54,247.

Q: Does the combo maintain a playable frame rate at 4K Medium settings?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 128, with a minimum of 109 and a maximum of 147.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo’s capabilities in Overpower across all resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080:

• Low: average 271 FPS
• Medium: average 169 FPS, with a minimum of 144 and a maximum of 194
• High: average 157 FPS
• Ultra: average 130 FPS

At 2560x1440:

• Low: average 241 FPS
• Medium: average 151 FPS, with a minimum of 128 and a maximum of 173
• High: average 140 FPS
• Ultra: average 116 FPS

At 3840x2160:

• Low: average 205 FPS
• Medium: average 128 FPS, with a minimum of 109 and a maximum of 147
• High: average 119 FPS
• Ultra: average 99 FPS

The data shows that the Medium preset is the only one with complete min/max data, providing a useful reference for frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range is from 144 to 194 FPS, which is a 50 FPS spread, indicating some variability but still a smooth experience. At 4K Medium, the range narrows to 109 to 147 FPS, a 38 FPS spread, suggesting that the GPU is more consistently loaded. The average frame rates for High and Ultra settings are not accompanied by min/max values, but the averages alone indicate a playable experience even at the most demanding settings.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i9-14900K plays a significant role in ensuring high frame rates at lower resolutions, where the GPU is less likely to be the bottleneck. The CPU has 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 6.00 GHz. It features 36 MB of shared L3 cache, which helps with game asset streaming and instruction efficiency. In benchmark tests, the i9-14900K scores 39,399.5 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,262.5 in single-core, showing strong performance in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads.

In Overpower, the CPU’s influence is most visible at 1080p. The average FPS at Low settings is 271, which is a very high number that the GPU alone may not achieve without sufficient CPU support. The gap between 1080p Low and 4K Low is 66 FPS, which is less than the gap between 1080p Ultra and 4K Ultra, which is 31 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is able to feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates, but as resolution increases, the GPU’s workload grows and the CPU’s relative importance diminishes. The CPU’s 95th percentile ranking among all CPUs suggests it is well above average, and its performance in Overpower reflects this, as it does not appear to constrain the GPU in any of the measured settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience in Overpower depends on the user’s priority for frame rate versus visual fidelity. For users with a high refresh rate 1080p monitor, the Low preset at 271 FPS is the clear choice for maximum smoothness, though it sacrifices graphical quality. The Medium preset at 169 FPS still provides a very smooth experience with better visuals, and the minimum of 144 FPS ensures that frame drops are unlikely to be noticeable.

At 1440p, the Medium preset offers an average of 151 FPS, which is an excellent balance for competitive play, while the High preset at 140 FPS is also viable for those who prefer more detail. The Ultra preset at 116 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold for most displays, but users with 144Hz monitors may notice the lower frame rate.

For 4K, the Medium preset at 128 FPS is the recommended choice for a smooth experience, as it delivers a high average with a minimum of 109 FPS. The High preset at 119 FPS is also playable, but the Ultra preset at 99 FPS, while still above 60 FPS, may not be ideal for users who are sensitive to frame rate fluctuations. The data suggests that the Medium preset provides the best overall experience at 4K, balancing visual quality with a high and consistent frame rate.