Overpower

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a high-refresh-rate experience in Overpower, with performance that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows this combination is firmly in the upper echelon of tested hardware configurations, ranking in the 92nd percentile of all tested combos. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, the roles of the CPU and GPU, and what the numbers imply for gamers.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank for this CPU and GPU combo in Overpower?

A: The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 249th out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the top 10% of all configurations.

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

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 255, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 compare to its closest rival in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995, making it 0.4% slower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and 0.5% slower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, while being 0.8% faster than the Intel Core i5-14600K.

Q: What is the GPU's memory capacity and how does it relate to the game's performance?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti features 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus with 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This large memory pool and high bandwidth support the high frame rates observed even at 4K resolution, where the combo still achieves over 100 FPS on the High preset.

Q: At which settings and resolution does the combo achieve the lowest average FPS?

A: The lowest average FPS is 93, recorded at 3840x2160 resolution with the Ultra settings preset.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, the difference is 100 FPS. The Low preset achieves 193 average FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 93 average FPS, representing a 48% performance drop from Low to Ultra.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the primary driver of raw frame output in Overpower, and its specifications align with the measured results. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth, a critical asset for handling higher resolutions without significant bottlenecks. The data supports this: at 4K High, the combo still produces 112 average FPS, indicating the 16 GB frame buffer is sufficient for the game's demands.

The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2452 MHz, contribute to its compute capabilities. The card's 8960 shading units and 70 RT cores are reflected in its strong synthetic benchmarks, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6604 and a Passmark G3D score of 32974. These raw compute figures translate to real-world performance, as shown by the 227 average FPS at 1440p Low, which suggests the GPU is not being held back at lower resolutions.

The performance scaling from Low to Ultra settings reveals how the GPU's workload increases. At 1080p, the average FPS drops from 255 on Low to 123 on Ultra, a 132 FPS difference. This scaling is expected, but the absolute numbers show the RTX 5070 Ti has enough headroom to keep even the Ultra preset well above the 60 FPS threshold at all tested resolutions. The GPU's 43.94 TFLOPS of FP32 compute performance provides the muscle needed for the visual effects in the Ultra preset, and the data confirms it delivers playable frame rates even in the most demanding configuration tested.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 serves as a capable partner to the RTX 5070 Ti, providing the processing power needed to feed the GPU at high frame rates. With 14 cores and 14 threads, the processor has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth ensure that data can be fed to the GPU without creating a significant bottleneck.

The CPU's benchmark scores support its role in this gaming configuration. A Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924 and a single-core score of 4648 indicate strong all-around performance. In the near-rival comparison, the Ultra 5 245 sits within a tight band of performance, with a 0.4% deficit to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and a 0.8% advantage over the Intel Core i5-14600K. This suggests that in CPU-bound scenarios, the processor will perform on par with its direct competitors.

The measured FPS data shows the CPU is keeping up with the GPU across all tested scenarios. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 255 average FPS, a frame rate that places significant demand on the processor to handle game logic and draw calls. The fact that the GPU is still able to reach this level indicates the Ultra 5 245 is not limiting performance at this setting. The 14-thread configuration may not be ideal for heavily threaded workloads, but for Overpower, an Action game, the single-core and multi-core balance provided by the 5.10 GHz boost clock is clearly sufficient. The CPU's 65W TDP also suggests it can maintain these clocks without thermal throttling, which is crucial for sustained performance in long gaming sessions.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience for this combo. The Medium preset stands out as the balanced choice across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium delivers 159 average FPS, a 96 FPS improvement over Ultra while still offering enhanced visuals over Low. The Medium preset also provides the only measured minimum FPS data points, with 135 FPS at 1080p, 121 FPS at 1440p, and 103 FPS at 4K. These minimums show that frame pacing remains consistent, avoiding the dips that can occur with more demanding settings.

For players prioritizing maximum smoothness, the Low preset at 1440p offers 227 average FPS, which is more than enough for a high-refresh-rate monitor. However, the jump from Low to Medium costs only 85 FPS at 1080p (255 to 159) and 85 FPS at 1440p (227 to 142), while providing a significant visual upgrade. The High preset represents a middle ground, but the data shows it is only 7 FPS faster than Ultra at 1080p (148 vs 123), making it a less efficient choice than Medium.

The Ultra preset, while visually impressive, results in the lowest frame rates measured. At 4K, it drops to 93 average FPS, which is still playable but represents a 28 FPS reduction compared to High. Given the performance headroom of this combo, the Medium preset at 1440p (142 average FPS) appears to be the sweet spot, offering a high-quality visual experience with frame rates well above what most displays can refresh. The 4K High preset, at 112 average FPS, is also a viable option for those with 4K displays who prefer higher visual fidelity over the extra frames available at Medium.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti achieves a rank of 249 out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower. This places the configuration in the top 8.4% of all tested systems, a strong result that reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU. The rank is particularly notable given the GPU's own percentile ranking of 86, which is slightly lower than the combo's overall standing, suggesting the CPU is well-matched to avoid holding the GPU back.

The CPU's percentile rank of 90 among all CPUs is higher than the GPU's 86, indicating the processor has more headroom relative to its peers than the graphics card. However, the combo's rank of 249 shows that the pairing works effectively in this specific game. The GPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT with a 2% higher average score, do not necessarily translate to better in-game performance, as the combo rank takes into account the specific demands of Overpower. The data implies that this CPU is a strong enough partner to allow the RTX 5070 Ti to perform near its potential, and the resulting rank reflects a well-rounded system for this Action title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data offers a detailed view of how the combo performs across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 255 on Low to 123 on Ultra. The Medium preset produces 159 average FPS with a minimum of 135 and a maximum of 183, while High achieves 148 average FPS. At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers 227 average FPS, which drops to 109 on Ultra. Medium at 1440p yields 142 average FPS with a minimum of 121 and maximum of 163, while High produces 132 average FPS. At 3840x2160, the Low preset still manages 193 average FPS, with Medium at 121 (min 103, max 139), High at 112, and Ultra at 93.

The data reveals a consistent pattern where the Medium preset offers a substantial performance advantage over High and Ultra. At 1080p, Medium is 11 FPS faster than High and 36 FPS faster than Ultra. This gap widens at 4K, where Medium is 9 FPS faster than High and 28 FPS faster than Ultra. The minimum FPS data for the Medium preset shows that even in the worst-case 4K scenario, the frame rate does not drop below 103 FPS, ensuring a smooth experience. The differences between resolutions are also notable: the drop from 1080p to 1440p on the Low preset is 28 FPS (255 to 227), while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 34 FPS (227 to 193), showing that 4K imposes a more significant load on the GPU.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K provides critical insight into which component is the limiting factor. At the Low preset, the average FPS falls from 255 at 1080p to 193 at 4K, a 24% reduction. This relatively modest drop suggests that at Low settings, the GPU is not fully saturated at lower resolutions, and the CPU is likely playing a more significant role in determining the frame rate. The fact that the combo still achieves 193 FPS at 4K Low indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti has substantial headroom.

At the Ultra preset, the FPS drops from 123 at 1080p to 93 at 4K, a 24% reduction as well. This consistent percentage drop across settings implies that the GPU is the primary scaling factor, as the workload increases linearly with resolution. The CPU's role becomes less dominant at higher resolutions, as the GPU takes on more of the rendering burden. The data shows that the gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 132 FPS, while at 4K it is 100 FPS, which suggests that the CPU is able to maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions, but the GPU's performance ceiling becomes the deciding factor as resolution increases.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly telling. At High settings, the FPS drops from 132 to 112, a 15% reduction. This is a smaller relative drop than from 1080p to 1440p, which shows a 12% reduction (148 to 132). The data implies that the system is becoming more GPU-bound at higher resolutions, as the CPU has less impact on the final frame rate. The overall pattern indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is more than capable of keeping up with the RTX 5070 Ti, and that users looking to maximize performance should focus on GPU settings rather than worrying about CPU bottlenecks.