Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 presents a compelling mid-range combination for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Measured data indicates this system handles the game decisively at 1080p, remains highly capable at 1440p, and offers only limited playability at 4K. The combination ranks 2003rd out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the 54th percentile of all configurations. The data reveals a system where the CPU's strong single-threaded performance (3072 in Cinebench R23) and the GPU's modern architecture create a balanced platform, though the RTX 4060's 8 GB memory and 128-bit bus become limiting factors at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains at least 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: High settings average 77 FPS at 2560x1440, making it the most demanding preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 99 FPS and Low settings reach 127 FPS, but High is the visually superior option that still delivers smooth performance.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which average 72 FPS. Medium settings at 3840x2160 drop to 56 FPS average, High settings fall to 44 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 31 FPS. The 4K experience is therefore limited to the lowest preset.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in overall benchmark scores?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, placing it 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707) and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H by 0.2% (32812) and leads the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 by 0.3% (32662).

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested graphics cards?

A: The RTX 4060 sits in the 61st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17639. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon HD 7790, scores 17666, a 0.2% difference, while the AMD Radeon 780M trails by 0.3% with a score of 17588.

Q: What is the performance delta between the best and worst presets at 1920x1080?

A: At 1080p, Low settings average 190 FPS while Ultra settings average 80 FPS. This represents a 110 FPS difference, or roughly 58% lower performance at Ultra compared to Low. Medium settings average 147 FPS and High settings reach 115 FPS.

Q: Which component becomes the bottleneck at 3840x2160?

A: The data strongly suggests GPU limitation at 4K. The RTX 4060 delivers only 31 FPS at Ultra settings (3840x2160), while at 2560x1440 Ultra averages 54 FPS. The gap between Medium (56 FPS) and High (44 FPS) at 4K indicates the GPU struggles with the increased pixel count, whereas the CPU's 83rd percentile ranking (vs all CPUs) suggests it is not the primary constraint.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Ryzen 5 7400F and RTX 4060 shifts significantly across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system exhibits classic CPU-bound behavior in lower presets: Low settings produce 190 FPS, which far exceeds what the GPU alone would typically sustain. This indicates the CPU is feeding frames rapidly, and the GPU becomes the limiting factor only as settings increase. The progression from Low (190 FPS) to Medium (147 FPS) to High (115 FPS) to Ultra (80 FPS) shows a steady GPU load increase, but even at Ultra the 80 FPS average suggests the CPU still has headroom.

At 2560x1440, the balance tilts toward the GPU. Low settings still produce 127 FPS, but Medium drops to 99 FPS and High to 77 FPS. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS falls below the 60 FPS threshold, demonstrating that the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the key constraint. The RTX 4060's 272.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 128-bit bus are adequate for 1440p High but insufficient for Ultra. The CPU's role diminishes here, as the 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 7400F with its 32 MB L3 cache easily keeps pace with the GPU's output.

At 3840x2160, the GPU dominates the performance equation entirely. Even Low settings produce only 72 FPS, and every preset above Low falls short of 60 FPS. The 4K data shows a stark scaling pattern: Low (72 FPS) to Medium (56 FPS) represents a 22% drop, Medium to High (44 FPS) another 21% drop, and High to Ultra (31 FPS) a 30% drop. This accelerating degradation as settings increase points directly to the GPU's fill-rate and memory constraints. The CPU's benchmark scores — including 21765 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3689 in Passmark single-thread — indicate it is not the bottleneck at any resolution tested.

The scaling between resolutions reinforces this interpretation. At High settings, performance drops from 115 FPS at 1080p to 77 FPS at 1440p (33% reduction) and then to 44 FPS at 4K (43% reduction from 1440p). This non-linear scaling aligns with the GPU's pixel processing limits rather than CPU limitations. The RTX 4060's 15.11 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 118.1 GPixel/s pixel rate are simply insufficient for 4K Ultra in this title.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are fully playable with an average of 80 FPS, which exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. This is the recommended configuration for 1080p, as it provides the maximum visual quality while maintaining smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440, High settings deliver 77 FPS average, making it the best playable option. Medium settings offer 99 FPS and Low reaches 127 FPS, but High provides the optimal balance of visual fidelity and performance. Ultra at this resolution averages 54 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, only Low settings clear 60 FPS, with an average of 72 FPS. Medium settings drop to 56 FPS, High to 44 FPS, and Ultra to 31 FPS. The 4K experience is therefore restricted to the lowest preset for playable frame rates.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in overall benchmark performance are all within 0.3% of its average score of 32750. The Intel Core i5-14600T (32707, +0.1% delta), Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697, +0.2% delta), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32662, +0.3% delta) would produce nearly identical CPU-bound results in Evolve. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, -0.2% delta) is marginally faster. Any of these processors paired with the RTX 4060 would yield frame rates within a few FPS of the measured results at every resolution and preset.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4060's nearest rivals show similarly tiny deltas. The AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666, -0.2% delta), AMD Radeon 780M (17588, +0.3% delta), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551, +0.5% delta), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (17509, +0.7% delta) all score within 1% of the RTX 4060's average of 17639. In practice, these GPUs would deliver comparable frame rates in Evolve at all tested settings. However, the RTX 4060 benefits from features not captured in these aggregate scores, such as DirectX 12 Ultimate support and 24 RT cores, which may matter in other titles but are irrelevant for this 2015 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080:

• Low: 190 FPS average
• Medium: 147 FPS average, 125 FPS minimum, 169 FPS maximum
• High: 115 FPS average
• Ultra: 80 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 127 FPS average
• Medium: 99 FPS average, 84 FPS minimum, 114 FPS maximum
• High: 77 FPS average
• Ultra: 54 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 72 FPS average
• Medium: 56 FPS average, 48 FPS minimum, 65 FPS maximum
• High: 44 FPS average
• Ultra: 31 FPS average

The min/max data available for Medium settings at each resolution reveals frame-time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the 125-169 FPS range shows tight pacing. At 1440p Medium, the 84-114 FPS range maintains stability. At 4K Medium, the 48-65 FPS range dips below 60 FPS at the minimum, confirming the borderline nature of this configuration.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve successfully at 1080p and 1440p, with limitations only at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low (190 FPS), Medium (147 FPS), High (115 FPS), and Ultra (80 FPS) — exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold. The system is fully capable of delivering the best visual experience at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, three presets remain playable: High (77 FPS), Medium (99 FPS), and Low (127 FPS). Ultra (54 FPS) falls below the threshold. Gamers with 1440p monitors should use High settings for the best experience.

At 3840x2160, only Low (72 FPS) is playable. Medium (56 FPS), High (44 FPS), and Ultra (31 FPS) all fail the 60 FPS requirement. The 4K verdict is clear: this combination is not suited for high-fidelity 4K gaming in Evolve, though it manages a playable experience at minimal settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Ryzen 5 7400F + RTX 4060 combination ranks 2003rd out of 3700 tested configurations in Evolve, placing it in the middle of the database. This ranking reflects the system's balanced but not exceptional performance. The CPU's 83rd percentile standing among all processors suggests the pairing is slightly CPU-favored, but the GPU's 61st percentile ranking pulls the overall combination toward the median.

The rank implies that roughly 54% of tested combinations perform better in this game, while 46% perform worse. Given that Evolve is a 2015 title with modest modern hardware demands, this mid-pack ranking is somewhat surprising. It suggests that many tested configurations feature more powerful GPUs or CPUs that push frame rates higher, particularly at 4K where the RTX 4060's limitations are most apparent. The 2003rd position represents a system that is competent for mainstream gaming but does not stand out among the 3700 tested combos.