Overpower

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination ranks 1789th out of 2980 tested combos in Overpower, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This rank indicates that while the pairing delivers playable frame rates, a substantial portion of the tested hardware combinations outperform it. The position within the 60th percentile of combos suggests the system is capable for 1080p and 1440p gaming but will not lead any performance charts. The data shows a consistent pattern: the combo handles high refresh rates at lower resolutions but struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K with maximum settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The 1789th position out of 2980 combos places this pairing firmly in the middle of the pack, with roughly 40% of tested configurations delivering better performance in Overpower. This rank is not surprising given the GPU's position in the broader hardware landscape. The RTX 4060 sits at the 61st percentile among all GPUs, while the Core Ultra 9 275HX achieves a stronger 94th percentile among all CPUs. The discrepancy between these two percentiles highlights that the graphics card is the limiting factor in this pairing for gaming workloads.

Benchmark results indicate the CPU is a high-end part, with the Core Ultra 9 275HX averaging a benchmark score of 67469. This places it within 0.3% of the Intel Xeon w5-3525, 0.5% of the AMD EPYC 4484PX, and 0.6% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX. The CPU also leads the Intel Xeon 6515P by 0.7%. These are all workstation-class processors, which contextualizes the 275HX as a serious mobile computing part. However, in gaming scenarios, the GPU's 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs holds more weight, and the combo's overall rank reflects that imbalance.

The measured FPS data reinforces this assessment. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 137 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. Yet at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, it drops to 50 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. The spread between the best-case and worst-case scenarios is wide, spanning 87 FPS across all tested configurations. This range suggests the combo has versatility but requires careful settings management to deliver an optimal experience.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using the AD107 chip manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The GPU contains 18,900 million transistors on a 159 mm² die, giving it a transistor density of 118.9 million per square millimeter. The card features 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units, alongside 24 ray tracing cores and 96 tensor cores. These specifications position the GPU as an entry-level option in the GeForce 40-series lineup.

Memory configuration plays a critical role in Overpower's performance. The RTX 4060 comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. The memory clock runs at 2125 MHz, which translates to 17 Gbps effective. This 8 GB capacity can become a constraint at higher resolutions, particularly at 3840x2160 where texture and geometry data demands increase significantly. The 128-bit bus width limits memory bandwidth compared to wider bus configurations, which may explain the more pronounced performance drops when moving from 1440p to 4K.

Clock speeds are set at a base of 1830 MHz with a boost clock of 2460 MHz. The GPU's pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s, and the texture rate reaches 236.2 GTexel/s. Floating point performance stands at 15.11 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16, indicating a 1:1 ratio. The GPU operates within a 115 W TDP and requires a 300 W suggested power supply, drawing power through a single 12-pin connector. The card is dual-slot with dimensions of 240 mm in length, 111 mm in height, and 40 mm in width.

In Overpower specifically, the GPU's performance profile becomes clear through the measured FPS data. The transition from Low to Ultra settings at any resolution shows meaningful frame rate drops, but the most dramatic is at 4K where the difference between Low and Ultra is 54 FPS. The GPU's 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17639, places it near the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (0.2% faster), AMD Radeon 780M (0.3% slower), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (0.5% slower), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (0.7% slower). These rival comparisons underscore that the RTX 4060 is a mid-tier graphics solution.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the Overpower experience with this combo. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers 85 FPS average with a minimum of 73 FPS and maximum of 98 FPS. This represents the best balance between visual fidelity and smooth gameplay, as the High preset only achieves 79 FPS and Ultra drops to 66 FPS. The Low preset reaches 137 FPS but sacrifices too much visual quality for most players. For 1080p gaming, Medium is the recommended starting point.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Medium preset again proves optimal, delivering 76 FPS average with a range of 65 to 88 FPS. The High preset achieves 71 FPS, while Ultra falls to 59 FPS, which is borderline for playability. The Low preset at 122 FPS provides a competitive option, but Medium offers a more immersive experience without significant frame rate penalties. The data suggests that Medium settings at 1440p provide a 7 FPS advantage over High while maintaining visual quality that most players will find acceptable.

At 3840x2160, the choices become more constrained. The Medium preset achieves 65 FPS average with a minimum of 55 FPS and maximum of 74 FPS, making it the only preset that consistently stays above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings deliver 60 FPS exactly, but this leaves no headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra drops to 50 FPS, which will feel stuttery in fast-paced action sequences. Low settings reach 104 FPS but significantly reduce visual quality at this resolution. For 4K, Medium is the only sensible recommendation, as it provides the best compromise between frame rate and graphical fidelity.

The overall pattern across all resolutions indicates that Medium settings offer the most consistent performance. This preset maintains frame rates above 60 FPS at every resolution tested, while High and Ultra show diminishing returns that push the system toward its limits. Players prioritizing competitive play at 1080p might consider Low for the 137 FPS advantage, but for the majority of users, Medium represents the sweet spot.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates its strongest performance. The Low preset achieves 137 FPS average, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings deliver 85 FPS with a minimum of 73 FPS and maximum of 98 FPS, providing smooth gameplay with improved visuals. High settings reach 79 FPS, while Ultra drops to 66 FPS. The 71 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at this resolution shows the GPU's capability range.

The 2560x1440 results show a predictable decline from 1080p. Low settings achieve 122 FPS, maintaining high refresh rate potential. Medium settings deliver 76 FPS with a range of 65 to 88 FPS, which remains playable for most action games. High settings reach 71 FPS, while Ultra falls to 59 FPS, dipping below the 60 FPS threshold. The 63 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution indicates the GPU handles resolution scaling reasonably well.

At 3840x2160, performance drops more noticeably. Low settings achieve 104 FPS, which is impressive for 4K but requires substantial visual compromises. Medium settings deliver 65 FPS with a minimum of 55 FPS and maximum of 74 FPS, making it the only 4K preset that stays above 60 FPS on average. High settings reach exactly 60 FPS, leaving no room for frame drops. Ultra settings fall to 50 FPS, which will be noticeable in fast-paced gameplay. The 54 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at 4K is the largest across all resolutions, highlighting the GPU's limitations at this resolution.

Comparing across resolutions, the data shows that 1080p Medium delivers 85 FPS, 1440p Medium delivers 76 FPS, and 4K Medium delivers 65 FPS. This 20 FPS drop from 1080p to 4K at Medium settings represents a 23.5% reduction in frame rate. The pattern holds for other settings, with High settings dropping from 79 FPS at 1080p to 71 FPS at 1440p to 60 FPS at 4K. These numbers suggest that resolution scaling is relatively efficient, but the GPU's 8 GB memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become limiting factors at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Overpower?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 provides the highest frame rates, with Medium settings achieving 85 FPS and Low reaching 137 FPS. At 2560x1440, Medium delivers 76 FPS, while 3840x2160 Medium drops to 65 FPS. For the most consistent experience, 1080p is recommended, but 1440p at Medium settings remains playable.

Q: Does this combo maintain 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Only at Medium and High settings. Medium achieves 65 FPS average with a minimum of 55 FPS, while High hits exactly 60 FPS. Ultra drops to 50 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold. Low reaches 104 FPS but with significant visual quality reductions.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 17639 places it 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon HD 7790, 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon 780M, 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 560, and 0.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 460. These are all closely matched parts in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the CPU's performance ranking?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX ranks at the 94th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 67469. It trails the Intel Xeon w5-3525 by 0.3%, the AMD EPYC 4484PX by 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX by 0.6%, while leading the Intel Xeon 6515P by 0.7%.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Overpower?

A: The 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 272.0 GB/s bandwidth appears adequate based on the measured FPS data. However, the significant frame rate drops at 4K Ultra (50 FPS) compared to 4K Medium (65 FPS) suggest that memory capacity or bandwidth may be a factor at higher settings and resolutions.

Q: What settings provide the most consistent frame pacing?

A: The Medium preset shows the tightest minimum-to-maximum ranges across all resolutions. At 1080p, the range is 73 to 98 FPS; at 1440p, it is 65 to 88 FPS; and at 4K, it is 55 to 74 FPS. These narrower ranges indicate more stable frame delivery compared to settings with larger spreads.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX is a 24-core, 24-thread processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, based on the Arrow Lake-HX architecture and codenamed Arrow Lake. It operates with a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a TDP of 55 W. The CPU is manufactured on a 3 nm process at TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and features 36 MB of shared L3 cache, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 192 KB of L1 cache per core.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 275HX demonstrates strong multi-core performance. It scores 35589 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 19899 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 5619.5 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. Single-core scores are equally impressive, reaching 2204 in Cinebench R23, 2809 in Cinebench R20, and 334 in Cinebench R15. Geekbench results show 20795 multi-core and 2458 single-core. PassMark tests reveal specialized strengths, with data compression scoring 608381, floating point math at 191186, and integer math at 155218.

The CPU's 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 67469, places it alongside workstation processors. It sits within 0.6% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX and within 0.7% of the Intel Xeon 6515P. This level of performance is more than sufficient for gaming, where the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. In Overpower, an action game, the CPU handles game logic and AI, but the measured FPS data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck in this pairing.

The 24 cores and 24 threads, combined with the 5.40 GHz boost clock, provide substantial headroom for gaming workloads. The 36 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, while the dual-channel DDR5 support with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth ensures data can flow to the CPU cores efficiently. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units is present but not utilized for gaming when the discrete RTX 4060 is active.

The fact that the CPU ranks at the 94th percentile while the GPU ranks at the 61st percentile explains why the combo's overall rank is 1789th out of 2980. The CPU is unlikely to cause frame rate drops in Overpower, as evidenced by the consistent FPS numbers across different settings. Even at 1080p with Low settings, where the CPU would be most stressed due to high frame rates, the combo still achieves 137 FPS. This indicates the CPU can handle the demands of the game without becoming a limiting factor, leaving the GPU as the primary determinant of performance.