Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 delivers a striking performance profile in Evolve, one that heavily favors the GPU’s raw power while the CPU keeps pace at lower resolutions. The measured data reveals a system capable of exceeding 60 FPS at nearly every setting, with only the most demanding 4K Ultra preset dipping below that threshold. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, the division of labor between processor and graphics card, and how this specific combination stacks against other hardware pairings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4090 shows its dominance but also reveals the game’s ceiling. With Low settings, the average frame rate hits 144.8 FPS, a massive leap that indicates the GPU is far from saturated at this resolution when graphical load is reduced. Moving to Medium drops the average to 108.6 FPS, while High settings yield 85.6 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold with an average of 58.8 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K represents a 59.4% reduction in average FPS, highlighting how aggressively Evolve’s Ultra preset taxes the rendering pipeline.

Stepping down to 2560x1440, the performance picture becomes more comfortable across the board. Low settings produce an average of 252 FPS, which is a 74% increase over the 4K Low result. Medium follows at 195.9 FPS, and High at 153.1 FPS. Critically, Ultra at 1440p averages 108.2 FPS, which is nearly double the 4K Ultra score. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 143.8 FPS, demonstrating that even the heaviest preset remains well within high-refresh-rate territory.

At 1920x1080, the combination reaches its peak output. Low settings average 295.1 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure for any configuration tested. Medium produces 268.6 FPS, and High delivers 225.3 FPS. Ultra at 1080p averages 157.1 FPS, which is still far above the 60 FPS threshold and represents a 167.2% increase over the 4K Ultra result. The resolution scaling from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings shows a 62.5% performance drop, indicating that the RTX 4090’s memory bandwidth and compute capabilities are the limiting factor at higher pixel counts.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data suggests that the RTX 4090 is the primary driver of performance at 4K, while the Ryzen 5 5600GT becomes increasingly relevant at lower resolutions. At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily loaded, and the difference between Low and Ultra presets (86 FPS swing) is almost entirely attributable to GPU workload. The CPU’s role is more passive here, as the 6-core, 12-thread processor with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides enough throughput to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at these higher pixel counts.

At 2560x1440, the balance shifts. The average FPS at Low settings jumps to 252, which is 74% higher than the 4K Low score. This disproportionate increase suggests that the CPU begins to play a more significant role in frame generation, as the GPU is no longer saturated and can deliver frames faster. The 5600GT’s Zen 3 architecture and 16 MB of L3 cache help maintain consistent frame pacing, though the 1440p Ultra score of 108.2 FPS indicates the GPU still carries the majority of the load.

At 1920x1080, the CPU becomes a more equal partner. The Low preset average of 295.1 FPS approaches the practical limits of the game engine, and the gap between Low and Medium (26.5 FPS) is smaller than at higher resolutions. This compression suggests that the CPU’s single-thread performance, reflected in its 3DMark single-thread score of 913 and Cinebench R23 single-core result of 2438, is becoming a limiting factor at extreme frame rates. The 5600GT’s 65W TDP and 7nm process node allow it to sustain these high frequencies, but the data implies that a more powerful CPU would not meaningfully improve 4K results, where the GPU is the clear bottleneck.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Ryzen 5 5600GT’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks provide context for its role in this pairing. The Intel Core i5-12490F posts an average score of 20802, which is just 0.3% lower than the 5600GT’s average of 20733. This negligible delta means that swapping to the Intel chip would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve, particularly at 1080p where CPU headroom matters most. Similarly, the Intel Xeon 6325P and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U are within 0.4% of the 5600GT’s score, suggesting that any of these processors would deliver comparable performance in this game.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4090’s nearest rivals are surprisingly close in average benchmark scores. The Intel Arc Pro A60 matches the RTX 4090’s average score of 60347 exactly, with a 0% delta. This is a curious result, as the Arc Pro A60 is a workstation-oriented card with far lower specifications, but the benchmark data suggests it could offer similar frame rates in Evolve at lower settings. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is 0.3% faster, while the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M is 2.5% slower, and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 is 2.9% slower. These deltas are all within a narrow band, indicating that the RTX 4090’s performance in Evolve is not uniquely superior to these alternatives, despite its massive 24 GB GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of tested combinations, this pairing ranks 149th out of 3700 total combos in Evolve. This places it in the top 4% of all tested systems, which is impressive but not the absolute top tier. The rank reflects the balance between the 5600GT’s mid-range CPU performance and the RTX 4090’s flagship GPU capabilities. The CPU’s percentile of 74 versus all processors and the GPU’s percentile of 88 versus all GPUs show that the graphics card is the stronger component in this pairing.

The 149th rank suggests that many other combinations, likely featuring higher-end CPUs like the Ryzen 7 or Core i7 series, achieve better overall performance in Evolve. However, the measured FPS data shows that this combo still delivers excellent playability at most settings, with the only sub-60 FPS result being 4K Ultra. The rank is likely influenced by CPU-bound scenarios at lower resolutions, where the 5600GT’s 6 cores and 12 threads are adequate but not exceptional.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 4K with maximum settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 58.8, which falls just below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset at 4K averages 85.6 FPS and is the best playable setting at that resolution.

Q: What is the highest FPS this combo can achieve in Evolve?

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 295.1, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At 2560x1440 with Low settings, the average is 252 FPS, and at 3840x2160 with Low settings, it is 144.8 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600GT compare to its closest CPU rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-12490F has an average benchmark score of 20802, which is 0.3% lower than the 5600GT’s 20733. This means the two processors would perform nearly identically in Evolve, with no meaningful FPS difference expected.

Q: Is the RTX 4090 the best GPU for this game?

A: The RTX 4090’s average benchmark score of 60347 is closely matched by the Intel Arc Pro A60 (60326, 0% delta) and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 (60140, 0.3% faster). However, the RTX 4090’s 24 GB memory and higher compute capacity give it an edge at 4K Ultra, where it still delivers 58.8 FPS.

Q: What settings should be used for a 1440p 144Hz monitor?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 108.2 FPS, which is below 144 FPS but well above 60 FPS. To hit 144 FPS, the High preset at 153.1 FPS is recommended, while Medium at 195.9 FPS provides additional headroom.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU at 1080p?

A: The data suggests partial CPU limitation at 1920x1080. The gap between Low (295.1 FPS) and Medium (268.6 FPS) is only 26.5 FPS, which is smaller than at higher resolutions, indicating the 5600GT’s single-thread performance is constraining the RTX 4090’s output at very high frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 85.6 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the threshold while delivering significantly better visual quality than Medium (108.6 FPS) or Low (144.8 FPS). The Ultra preset at 58.8 FPS is not recommended due to its sub-60 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best choice, averaging 108.2 FPS. This is more than 40 FPS above the playable threshold and offers the highest visual fidelity. For players prioritizing frame rate, High at 153.1 FPS or Medium at 195.9 FPS are viable alternatives, but Ultra provides the best balance of quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 157.1 FPS, making it the clear recommendation. This is nearly triple the 60 FPS threshold and ensures smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. The High preset at 225.3 FPS and Medium at 268.6 FPS offer even higher frame rates for competitive play, but Ultra’s visual improvements are worth the modest FPS trade-off.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Evolve, and it does so with exceptional headroom at most settings. The verdict by resolution confirms that 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 are fully playable at Ultra settings, with averages of 157.1 FPS and 108.2 FPS respectively. At 3840x2160, the High preset is the best option, delivering 85.6 FPS, while Ultra falls slightly short at 58.8 FPS. The data indicates that this combination is ideal for high-refresh-rate 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it can handle 4K with a minor settings adjustment. The Ryzen 5 5600GT proves sufficient for the RTX 4090’s demands, though it slightly limits performance at 1080p Low settings. For anyone seeking a system that excels in Evolve across most configurations, this pairing is more than adequate, with the only caveat being the 4K Ultra preset’s sub-60 FPS average.