Overpower

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a performance profile in Overpower that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphics settings. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p but one that becomes increasingly GPU-bound as pixel count rises, with a measurable but manageable penalty at 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to identify where the bottleneck lies and what users should expect from this specific mobile platform.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent scaling pattern across the three tested resolutions. At the High settings preset, performance drops from 87 FPS at 1920x1080 to 78 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 66 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 10.3% performance decline when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 15.4% drop when moving from 1440p to 4K. The cumulative decline from 1080p to 4K is 24.1%, which is a relatively modest penalty for such a significant increase in pixel count.

The Low settings preset shows a different scaling behavior. At 1920x1080, the system produces 151 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 reduces this to 135 FPS, a 10.6% drop. At 3840x2160, the average falls to 114 FPS, another 15.6% decline from the 1440p result. The 1080p-to-4K penalty here is 24.5%, nearly identical to the High preset’s scaling. This consistency across presets suggests that the RTX 5070’s memory subsystem and compute resources are scaling predictably with resolution, without any sudden cliff or unexpected stall.

The Medium preset follows the same trend, with 94 FPS at 1080p, 84 FPS at 1440p, and 71 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 10.6% and 15.5% respectively, again showing a nearly uniform scaling factor. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding, yields 73 FPS at 1080p, 65 FPS at 1440p, and 55 FPS at 4K. The relative drops here are 11.0% and 15.4%, meaning Ultra scales almost identically to the other presets.

What this scaling pattern indicates is that the RTX 5070 is the primary performance limiter across all resolutions. The consistent 10-15% incremental penalties are characteristic of a GPU that is being progressively saturated as the render target grows. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a much flatter curve at lower resolutions, with 1080p and 1440p results being nearly identical. Instead, the data shows that even at 1080p, the system is already operating in a GPU-limited regime, as evidenced by the fact that the Ultra preset at 1080p (73 FPS) is faster than the High preset at 4K (66 FPS) but still scales down proportionally with resolution.

The most striking observation is that the delta between Low and Ultra settings widens as resolution decreases. At 4K, the gap between Low (114 FPS) and Ultra (55 FPS) is 59 FPS, or a 51.8% reduction in performance. At 1080p, that same gap is 78 FPS (151 vs 73), representing a 51.7% reduction. The percentage penalty for cranking settings is remarkably stable, again pointing to a well-behaved GPU that is handling the increased workload linearly. This stability also suggests that the 12 GB of GDDR7 memory is sufficient at all tested configurations, as an overflow would typically cause a sudden, disproportionate drop at higher resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15028 and a single-core score of 1743. Its PassMark multi-thread score is 24873, with a single-thread score of 3468. These numbers place the processor in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs tested, directly competing with parts like the Intel Core i5-14600T and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, which have nearly identical average benchmark scores (32707 and 32662 respectively, with deltaPct values of 0.0 and 0.1).

For Overpower, the CPU’s role appears secondary to the GPU. The measured FPS data shows no signs of a CPU bottleneck at any resolution. Even at 1080p with Low settings, where the system is pushing 151 FPS, the frame rate is still constrained by the GPU rather than the processor. The 22 threads provide ample headroom for the game’s action-oriented workloads, and the 24 MB of shared L3 cache helps with data locality. The boost clock of 4.80 GHz ensures that single-threaded game logic is handled swiftly, though the data does not isolate this effect.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database all show less than a 1% difference in average score. Specifically, the Core i5-14600T is 0% faster, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 is 0.1% faster, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is 0.2% slower, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H is 0.4% slower. This tight clustering means that swapping the 155H for any of these alternatives would produce negligible changes in Overpower performance, reinforcing the notion that the GPU is the deciding factor.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s over a dual-channel DDR5 interface is sufficient to feed the RTX 5070’s 672.0 GB/s of graphics memory bandwidth without creating a data supply bottleneck. The PCIe Gen 5 connection with 8 lanes provides adequate bandwidth for the GPU, though the game’s performance does not appear to be sensitive to this interface, given the smooth scaling observed.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo in Overpower?*

A: The highest measured average FPS is 151 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only configuration that breaks the 150 FPS barrier in the dataset.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 55 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold. To achieve a stable 60+ FPS experience at 4K, users must drop to High settings, which produces 66 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 87 to 78, representing a 10.3% reduction in performance. This is a modest penalty that still leaves the system comfortably above 60 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 5070 or the Core Ultra 7 155H the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data indicates the RTX 5070 is the limiting factor at all resolutions. The consistent 10-15% FPS drops with each resolution increase, even at Low settings, point to GPU saturation rather than CPU limitations.

Q: What are the minimum FPS figures recorded for the Medium preset?

A: At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 80. At 2560x1440 Medium, it is 71. At 3840x2160 Medium, it is 61. These minimums are all above 60 FPS, suggesting a smooth experience without major frame drops.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested system configurations in Overpower?*

A: This combo ranks 1610th out of 2980 tested combinations, placing it in the 54th percentile of all systems benchmarked for this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The dataset provides complete average FPS figures for four settings presets across three resolutions. Starting with the lowest resolution, at 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 151 FPS average. Medium produces 94 FPS with a minimum of 80 and a maximum of 108. High yields 87 FPS, and Ultra drops to 73 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 78 FPS, which is the largest absolute range of any resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset measures 135 FPS. Medium averages 84 FPS with a minimum of 71 and a maximum of 97. High averages 78 FPS, and Ultra averages 65 FPS. The range here is 70 FPS, slightly narrower than at 1080p. All configurations at this resolution remain above the 60 FPS threshold, with even Ultra maintaining a 5 FPS headroom.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset produces 114 FPS. Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 61 and a maximum of 82. High averages 66 FPS, and Ultra averages 55 FPS. This is the only resolution where an Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS. The range from Low to Ultra is 59 FPS, and notably, the Medium preset’s minimum of 61 FPS is barely above the 60 FPS floor, indicating occasional dips near the threshold.

The Medium preset is the only one with complete min/max data across all resolutions. The variance between min and max FPS is 28 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 4K. This decreasing variance at higher resolutions suggests that frame pacing becomes more consistent when the GPU is under heavier load, likely because there is less idle time for the frame queue to fluctuate.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 holds a rank of 1610 out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower. This places the system in the 54th percentile of all configurations, meaning it outperforms slightly more than half of the tested setups. While this is not a top-tier ranking, it reflects the mobile nature of the CPU, which is designed for power efficiency (28 W TDP) rather than raw throughput.

In the broader benchmark context, the RTX 5070 sits in the 82nd percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU rests in the 83rd percentile. The GPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are oddly matched — the AMD Radeon Pro 580 is 0.1% faster, the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 is 0.8% faster, and the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 is 1.2% slower. These are all workstation-class GPUs, which suggests the RTX 5070’s average benchmark score of 40377 is in a peculiar neighborhood that may not directly translate to gaming performance.

The combo’s rank of 1610 suggests that while the individual components are above average, the pairing does not achieve the synergy seen in top-ranked systems. This is likely due to the CPU’s mobile pedigree, which trades sustained multi-core performance for thermal efficiency. The 16-core, 22-thread design is capable, but its 28 W TDP limits how long it can maintain peak boost clocks under sustained gaming loads, potentially capping performance in CPU-light scenarios.

Settings Recommendations

For users seeking the best experience per the measured rows, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and frame rate preference. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset provides 94 FPS average with a minimum of 80 FPS, which is a smooth experience for action gameplay. However, the High preset at 87 FPS is nearly as playable and likely offers better visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 73 FPS is still above 60 FPS, but the 21 FPS penalty over Medium may not justify the visual gains.

At 2560x1440, the High preset stands out as the sweet spot. It delivers 78 FPS average, which is comfortably above 60 FPS, while the Medium preset’s 84 FPS offers only a marginal improvement. The Ultra preset at 65 FPS is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. The Low preset at 135 FPS is unnecessary unless chasing maximum refresh rates, as the visual trade-off is substantial.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the only configuration that reliably stays above 60 FPS, with a 71 FPS average and a 61 FPS minimum. The High preset at 66 FPS is technically above 60 FPS but has no recorded minimum, suggesting potential dips below the threshold. The Ultra preset at 55 FPS is not recommended for 4K gaming. For the best balance of performance and visual quality at 4K, Medium is the clear choice.

Overall, the data suggests that the High preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions, providing 87 FPS at 1080p, 78 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K. Users who prioritize frame rates above all else should use the Low preset, which never drops below 114 FPS even at 4K. Users who prioritize visual quality should consider Medium at 4K or Ultra at 1080p/1440p, accepting the associated frame rate trade-offs.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is the dominant component in this configuration for Overpower. With 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output pipelines, the GPU has substantial raw compute resources. Its 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 672.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for the game’s requirements across all tested settings. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed, and the GPU’s boost clock reaches 2512 MHz.

The GPU’s synthetic benchmark results are robust, with a PassMark G3D score of 29137 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 178923. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5077 further confirms its DirectX 12 performance capabilities. These numbers align with the measured FPS results in Overpower, where the GPU demonstrates consistent scaling without any anomalies.

The RTX 5070’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database are all AMD Radeon Pro series cards, which is unusual and suggests that the GPU’s average score of 40377 places it in a niche segment. The deltaPct values are minimal, with the Radeon Pro 580 being 0.1% faster and the Radeon Pro WX 7100 being 0.8% faster. This clustering indicates that the RTX 5070’s performance profile in synthetic tests is similar to older workstation GPUs, but its gaming performance, as shown in Overpower, is clearly modern and capable.

The GPU’s role in Overpower is to maintain frame rates that scale predictably with resolution. The 4K results, while lower, are still respectable, with 66 FPS at High settings. The fact that the GPU can push 151 FPS at 1080p Low without being CPU-limited confirms that the RTX 5070 has enough headroom to handle less demanding scenarios. The 48 ray tracing cores and 192 tensor cores are present but not directly tested in this dataset, so their impact on Overpower cannot be quantified. However, the rasterization performance, as evidenced by the measured FPS, is strong enough to position this combo as a capable 1440p gaming system and a passable 4K system when settings are tuned appropriately.