Overpower

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 delivers a robust performance profile in Overpower, with results that clearly delineate the capabilities of each component. The measured data shows a system capable of high refresh rates at 1440p and playable 4K experiences, though the scaling patterns reveal where the bottlenecks lie. This analysis examines the FPS data, component roles, and configuration choices based strictly on the provided benchmark results.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 reveals a predictable yet informative performance curve. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 194 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same Low preset drops the average to 173 FPS, a reduction of 21 FPS. The jump from 1440p to 4K at Low settings shows a more substantial decline, landing at 147 FPS average. This 26 FPS drop between 1440p and 4K, compared to the 21 FPS drop between 1080p and 1440p, indicates that the GPU is beginning to feel the pressure of the higher pixel count, but still maintains a very high frame rate.

The scaling pattern becomes more pronounced at higher settings. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 113 at 1080p, to 100 at 1440p, and finally to 85 at 4K. The incremental drops are 13 FPS and 15 FPS respectively. This suggests a more balanced load between CPU and GPU as settings increase, with the GPU taking on more work per frame. The Ultra preset shows the tightest grouping: 93 FPS at 1080p, 83 FPS at 1440p, and 71 FPS at 4K. The 10 FPS difference between 1080p and 1440p, and the 12 FPS difference between 1440p and 4K, indicates that at the highest visual fidelity, the system is heavily GPU-bound. The data shows that resolution scaling costs are consistent, but the absolute impact is smaller at higher settings because the baseline frame rate is already lower.

The limiting component becomes clear when observing the 1080p to 1440p transitions at Low vs. Ultra. At Low, the 21 FPS drop suggests the CPU is still providing enough data to feed the GPU, but the GPU is working harder. At Ultra, the 10 FPS drop is smaller, implying the GPU is saturated and the CPU is not the primary constraint. In every case, the RTX 4080 remains the dominant factor in determining final FPS, as the CPU's role diminishes at higher resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 achieves a rank of 911 out of 2980 combos for Overpower. This places the system in the upper third of all tested configurations, indicating a strong overall performance level. The percentile placement is not explicitly given for this game, but the rank itself provides context: the combo outperforms roughly 70% of all other pairings tested.

This ranking is influenced by both components. The CPU's percentile vs. all CPUs is 83, meaning it performs better than 83% of processors in the database. The GPU's percentile vs. all GPUs is 86. These high individual placements do not guarantee a top-100 combo rank, but they do ensure that the pairing is well above the median. The fact that the combo lands at 911 suggests that while both parts are strong, there are many other high-end combinations in the database that push the rank down. The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T with an average score of 32707 (a 0% deltaPct), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 with a score of 32662 (0.1% deltaPct), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F with a score of 32750 (-0.2% deltaPct). This shows the Ultra 7 155H is statistically tied with these processors, meaning the rank is not being dragged down by a weak CPU, but rather by the sheer number of faster GPUs paired with similar or better CPUs.

The GPU's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER (0.1% deltaPct), the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (-1.1%), and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (-2.6%). The 4080 sits in a competitive spot, but the presence of the 4080 SUPER and others above it in the average benchmark score means that combos using those GPUs will likely rank higher. This combo's rank of 911 is a direct result of the RTX 4080's standing in the GPU hierarchy, which is high but not at the absolute top.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the primary driver of Overpower's performance, as evidenced by the FPS scaling. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s, which is sufficient for the high-resolution textures and effects in this action game. The memory clock runs at 1400 MHz, with an effective data rate of 22.4 Gbps. These specifications are not directly tested in the FPS rows, but they underpin the GPU's ability to maintain high frame rates without stuttering, even at 4K where memory demands are highest.

The GPU's core clocks are listed as a base of 2205 MHz and a boost of 2505 MHz. The boost behavior directly influences the measured FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 71, which indicates that the GPU is hitting its boost limits and sustaining high utilization. The fact that the 4K Medium preset yields an average of 92 FPS with a minimum of 78 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS shows that the GPU has headroom when settings are reduced. The 27 FPS difference between Medium and Ultra at 4K (from 92 to 71) is a clear indicator of the GPU's workload scaling.

The GPU's raw compute power is substantial, with an FP32 rating of 48.74 TFLOPS and a texture rate of 761.5 GTexel/s. These numbers translate directly to pixel throughput in game. The pixel rate of 280.6 GPixel/s explains why the card can push 147 FPS at 4K Low. The data shows that the RTX 4080 is not the bottleneck at Low settings, but it becomes the limiting factor at Ultra. The 16 GB VRAM capacity is a key asset; it prevents texture swapping and asset loading hitches that could otherwise reduce the average FPS in a demanding title like Overpower, particularly at 4K resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate monitors with this combo?

A: At 1440p with High settings, the system achieves an average of 100 FPS. For higher refresh rates, 1080p with Low settings delivers 194 FPS, while 1440p Low hits 173 FPS. The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot for balancing visual quality and frame rate, provided you are not targeting 200+ FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, has a score of 54209, which is a 0.1% deltaPct. This shows the two cards are virtually identical in overall performance, with the 4080 SUPER being only marginally faster.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at 4K. At 3840x2160, the FPS drops from 92 at Medium to 71 at Ultra, a 21 FPS decline that is entirely attributable to the GPU's workload. The CPU's role is to feed the GPU, and at 4K, the GPU is the clear limiting factor.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The only settings with a recorded minimum FPS are the Medium presets. At 3840x2160, the minimum is 78 FPS. At 2560x1440, the minimum is 92 FPS. At 1920x1080, the minimum is 103 FPS. No minimum FPS data is available for the Low, High, or Ultra presets.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-core performance compare to its rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H has an average benchmark score of 32697. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, scores 32707, a 0% deltaPct. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662, a 0.1% deltaPct, meaning the Intel CPU is slightly faster. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 32750, a -0.2% deltaPct, meaning the Intel CPU is slightly slower.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming smoothly?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K High, the average FPS is 85, which is smooth for most players. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 71 FPS. For higher frame rates, the 4K Medium preset provides an average of 92 FPS, which is the best balance for 4K gaming on this combo.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear path for optimizing the experience in Overpower. For players with a 4K display, the Medium preset at 3840x2160 is the recommended choice. It yields an average of 92 FPS, which is significantly higher than the 85 FPS at High and the 71 FPS at Ultra. The Medium preset also has a recorded minimum of 78 FPS, ensuring that frame pacing remains stable even in demanding scenes. The jump from Medium to High costs 7 FPS on average, while the jump from High to Ultra costs an additional 14 FPS. The visual fidelity gains from Ultra are not worth the performance penalty when Medium offers a smoother experience.

For 1440p users, the High preset is the optimal selection. It delivers an average of 100 FPS, which is a solid target for a 100Hz or 144Hz monitor. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 83 FPS, which is still playable but sacrifices 17 FPS for marginal graphical improvements. The Medium preset at 1440p offers 108 FPS, but the visual downgrade is noticeable. The data suggests that High settings at 1440p provide the best ratio of visual quality to frame rate.

At 1080p, the High preset is again the recommended choice, achieving 113 FPS. This is a high frame rate that will satisfy most competitive players. The Ultra preset at 1080p provides 93 FPS, which is a 20 FPS penalty. The Low preset at 1080p produces 194 FPS, but this is only recommended for players with a 200Hz+ monitor who prioritize maximum responsiveness over visuals. For general use, the Medium preset at 121 FPS is a good fallback if High settings cause any perceived instability. The best experience is clearly at 1440p High, which balances the GPU's capabilities with a high enough frame rate.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H plays a supporting role in Overpower, but its specifications ensure it does not become a liability. The CPU has 16 cores and 22 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. This high boost clock is critical for maintaining frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, such as 1080p with Low settings, where the system reaches 194 FPS. The data shows that the CPU can generate enough draw calls and physics calculations to keep the RTX 4080 fed at lower resolutions.

The cache hierarchy, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache, helps reduce memory latency and improve data throughput. The L1 cache is 112 KB per core, and the L2 cache is 2 MB per core. This memory architecture is well-suited for the high-frequency instruction streams typical of action games. In benchmark tests, the CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15028 and a single-core score of 1743. These scores indicate strong multi-threaded performance, which is relevant for Overpower's background tasks and any streaming or recording software running concurrently.

The CPU's memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s, which is adequate for feeding the GPU's 716.8 GB/s memory bandwidth. The bottleneck is not the CPU in this regard. The CPU's percentile vs. all CPUs is 83, and its average benchmark score is 32697. This places it in the same performance class as the Intel Core i5-14600T and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, as shown by the deltaPct values of 0% and 0.1% respectively. In game, the CPU's role is to maintain a consistent frame time, and the 1080p results show it succeeds, as the FPS at High settings (113) is only 9 FPS lower than at Low settings (194), indicating that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting even at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is a complete breakdown of the measured FPS data for this combo.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: Average 194 FPS.
• Medium: Average 121 FPS, with a minimum of 103 FPS and a maximum of 140 FPS.
• High: Average 113 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 93 FPS.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: Average 173 FPS.
• Medium: Average 108 FPS, with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 124 FPS.
• High: Average 100 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 83 FPS.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: Average 147 FPS.
• Medium: Average 92 FPS, with a minimum of 78 FPS and a maximum of 106 FPS.
• High: Average 85 FPS.
• Ultra: Average 71 FPS.

The data shows that the FPS drops are consistent across resolutions. At Low settings, the system scales from 194 FPS at 1080p to 147 FPS at 4K, a 47 FPS drop. At Medium settings, the drop is from 121 FPS to 92 FPS, a 29 FPS drop. At High settings, the drop is from 113 FPS to 85 FPS, a 28 FPS drop. At Ultra settings, the drop is from 93 FPS to 71 FPS, a 22 FPS drop. This pattern confirms that the GPU is the primary scaling factor, and the CPU is not limiting performance at any resolution or setting. The combination of the Ultra 7 155H and RTX 4080 provides a well-balanced platform that excels at 1440p and remains very capable at 4K.