Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 delivers a wide spread of performance in Evolve, ranging from a borderline 40 FPS at 4K Ultra to a fluid 251 FPS at 1080p Low. The measured data shows a system that is thoroughly capable at lower resolutions but begins to strain at the highest pixel counts and quality presets. This analysis walks through the exact frame rates, the optimal settings for each resolution, and how this specific combo compares to other tested hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data for this combo covers three resolutions and four quality presets, with average frame rates provided for every configuration. Minimum and maximum frame rates are only recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution, which offers a partial picture of frame pacing.

At 1920x1080, the results are consistently high. Low settings produce an average of 251 FPS, which is the single highest score in the entire dataset. Medium settings drop to 195 FPS, with a minimum of 165 FPS and a maximum of 224 FPS. High settings yield 153 FPS, while Ultra still maintains a strong 106 FPS. These numbers indicate that even the most demanding preset at 1080p leaves substantial headroom above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very playable but show a clear step down. Low settings deliver 168 FPS, and Medium settings average 130 FPS with a minimum of 111 FPS and a maximum of 150 FPS. High settings produce 102 FPS, while Ultra falls to 71 FPS. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is noticeable, roughly a 33-40% reduction in average FPS depending on the preset, but every setting at this resolution still clears the 60 FPS bar.

At 3840x2160, the performance picture changes significantly. Low settings average 96 FPS, which is still excellent for 4K. Medium settings drop to 74 FPS, with a minimum of 63 FPS and a maximum of 85 FPS, indicating that the frame rate can dip close to the playability threshold. High settings average 58 FPS, which falls just below the 60 FPS target. Ultra settings drop to 40 FPS, which is a substantial reduction and clearly not suitable for smooth gameplay. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steep, with High settings losing roughly 43% of the average FPS.

The available min/max data at Medium settings shows a consistent pattern: the spread between minimum and maximum is about 22-30% of the average. At 1080p Medium, the range is 165 to 224 FPS; at 1440p Medium, it is 111 to 150 FPS; and at 4K Medium, it is 63 to 85 FPS. This suggests that frame pacing is relatively stable, with no extreme dips recorded.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that still stays at or above 60 FPS average is the recommended target. The data supports a clear hierarchy.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 106 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides the maximum visual quality available in the benchmark set. The High preset would also work at 153 FPS, but Ultra offers the full experience without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again qualifies as the best setting, with an average of 71 FPS. This sits comfortably above 60 FPS, although the margin is thinner than at 1080p. The High preset at 102 FPS would be an alternative for those seeking extra headroom, but Ultra remains playable.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is not viable, averaging only 40 FPS. The High preset also falls short at 58 FPS. The most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS is Medium, which averages 74 FPS with a minimum of 63 FPS. This is the recommended setting for 4K, as it balances visual quality with a playable frame rate. Low settings at 96 FPS would be the fallback for additional performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data places this CPU and GPU in specific performance tiers relative to other hardware tested. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25005, ranking in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24964, a delta of just 0.2%. This means the two processors are effectively interchangeable for gaming performance. The Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24935 (0.3% slower), and the Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911 (0.4% slower). On the other side, the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103, which is 0.4% faster. Any of these CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 has an average benchmark score of 23172, ranking in the 68th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all within a fraction of a percent. The NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249 (0.3% faster), the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 16 scores 23250 (0.3% faster), the AMD Radeon RX 6600M scores 23273 (0.4% faster), and the AMD Radeon R9 M290X scores 23276 (0.4% faster). These deltaPct values are so small that in practical gaming terms, the RTX 3080 and these rivals would deliver essentially the same performance in Evolve. A user with any of these alternative GPUs, combined with a similarly performing CPU, could expect the same measured FPS numbers within a margin of error.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve, but the playable experience depends heavily on the chosen resolution and preset. The verdictByResolution data is explicit about which settings clear the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with the Ultra preset providing an average of 106 FPS. This is a definitive pass, offering a high-refresh-rate experience at maximum quality.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable. The Ultra preset averages 71 FPS, which clears the threshold but leaves less headroom. This resolution is fully playable, though users sensitive to frame dips might prefer High at 102 FPS.

At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium presets are playable. The Medium preset is the best option at 74 FPS average, with the Low preset at 96 FPS as a faster alternative. The High preset at 58 FPS and Ultra at 40 FPS fall short of the 60 FPS target and should be avoided for consistent smoothness.

The overall verdict is that this combo is a strong performer for 1080p and 1440p gaming, capable of maxing out settings at both resolutions. For 4K, it requires a reduction to Medium settings to maintain playability, which is a reasonable compromise for a demanding title.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS scaling across resolutions and presets reveals how the workload shifts between the CPU and GPU. At 1920x1080 Low, the frame rate reaches 251 FPS, which is a very high throughput that typically indicates the GPU is not the primary limiter at this low graphical load. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is likely the factor that prevents even higher frame rates at this setting.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the average FPS drops significantly at every preset. For example, Low settings go from 251 FPS at 1080p to 168 FPS at 1440p and then to 96 FPS at 4K. This steep decline with resolution is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the dominant bottleneck. The RTX 3080 is doing progressively more work per frame, and its performance ceiling is being reached.

The preset scaling at a fixed resolution also highlights the GPU's role. At 4K, moving from Low to Ultra cuts the average FPS from 96 to 40, a reduction of more than half. This is entirely a GPU-side effect, as the CPU workload remains relatively constant while the pixel shading and fill-rate demands increase. The data suggests that for this game, the GPU is the primary determinant of performance at 1440p and 4K, while the CPU plays a more significant role at 1080p, particularly at lower presets where the GPU has spare capacity.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Evolve, this specific CPU-GPU pairing ranks 1039 out of 3700 total combos. This places it in the top 28% of all tested systems, indicating a solidly above-average configuration. The percentile ranks for the individual components support this: the CPU is in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 68th percentile of all GPUs.

The combo rank reflects the overall balance of this pairing. The CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU in terms of their respective percentiles, but the GPU is still a high-tier part. The measured FPS data confirms this ranking, showing that the system can handle demanding settings at mainstream resolutions but is not at the very top tier for 4K Ultra gaming. A rank of 1039 out of 3700 means there are many faster combos, but also a large number of slower ones, making this a mid-to-high-end performer.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 4K with the High preset?

A: No, the High preset at 3840x2160 averages 58 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Medium preset is the best playable option at 4K, averaging 74 FPS.

Q: What is the highest quality setting that maintains over 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 71 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that clears the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to the 4K Ultra preset?

A: The 1080p Low preset averages 251 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset averages 40 FPS. This represents a performance difference of over six times.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F significantly faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F?

A: No, the benchmark scores are nearly identical. The Ryzen 5 8400F scores 25005, while the Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24964, a difference of only 0.2%.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded for this combo at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 111 FPS, with an average of 130 FPS and a maximum of 150 FPS.

Q: Where does this CPU and GPU combo rank among all tested systems for Evolve?

A: It ranks 1039 out of 3700 total combos tested in the database, placing it in the top 28% of all configurations.