Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER pairing delivers a high-performance experience in Evolve, with the data showing that the GPU is the primary driver at higher resolutions while the CPU keeps up admirably at lower settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, compares the components to their nearest rivals, and provides actionable settings recommendations based solely on the benchmark data.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this combo each sit in a well-populated performance tier, and the benchmark data provides clear reference points for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, the nearest rivals in the database are remarkably close in aggregate benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24964, a mere 0.2% behind the 8400F's 25005 average. The Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24935 (0.3% behind), and the Intel Core i7-13620H scores 24911 (0.4% behind). On the other side, the AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103, which is 0.4% ahead. This means any of these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve, as the performance delta is within noise margins. The 8400F's 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms it is a solid mid-range performer, not a bottleneck for the GPU in most scenarios.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, the picture is similar but with slightly more variance. The closest rival is the standard RTX 4080, which scores 54247 versus the SUPER's 54209, a delta of -0.1% (the SUPER is technically behind). The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828 (1.1% ahead), while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 (2.7% ahead) and the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757 (2.8% ahead). The data indicates that while the RTX 4080 SUPER is the second-slowest of this group, the differences are small enough that in real-world Evolve gameplay, users would not perceive a difference. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking shows it is a high-end part, and its rivals would all deliver similar frame rates in this game.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data across resolutions and settings reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Evolve. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the performance scales dramatically with settings: from 137.9 FPS at Ultra to 323.2 FPS at Low. This 185.3 FPS swing indicates that at this resolution, the GPU is not the limiting factor; the CPU's single-thread performance and the game's engine efficiency determine the ceiling. The 8400F's single-thread score of 951 in 3dmark and 2943 in Cinebench R23 suggest it can feed the GPU effectively at high frame rates.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain high: 93.8 FPS at Ultra, 136.6 at High, 175.3 at Medium, and 226.2 at Low. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 132.4 FPS reduction, which is proportionally less severe than at 1080p. This indicates the GPU is starting to become more relevant, as the additional pixel count increases the rendering load. At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The FPS ranges from 56.1 at Ultra to 127.1 at Low, a 71 FPS spread. The fact that Ultra dips below 60 FPS while Low stays above 120 FPS shows that the RTX 4080 SUPER's raw throughput is the primary constraint at 4K, not the CPU.

The data suggests that at 1080p and 1440p, the CPU matters more for achieving high refresh rates, particularly at lower settings where the GPU has headroom. At 4K, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, and the CPU's role diminishes. This is typical for a game from 2015, where modern CPUs have ample headroom but the GPU must handle the rendering load.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides average FPS for each resolution and settings combination, with no minimum or maximum values recorded. At 1920x1080, the results are: Low 323.2 FPS, Medium 258.4 FPS, High 204.1 FPS, and Ultra 137.9 FPS. These numbers indicate that even at the most demanding preset, the combo delivers well over double the 60 FPS playable threshold. The step from High to Ultra costs 66.2 FPS, which is the largest single-settings drop at this resolution, suggesting Ultra introduces significant visual effects that strain the GPU.

At 2560x1440, the measured averages are: Low 226.2 FPS, Medium 175.3 FPS, High 136.6 FPS, and Ultra 93.8 FPS. The scaling is consistent, with each settings tier reducing performance by roughly 40-50 FPS. The Ultra preset remains comfortably above 60 FPS, making it a viable choice for high-refresh 1440p monitors. The data shows a 132.4 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, which is substantial but leaves plenty of headroom.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low 127.1 FPS, Medium 100 FPS, High 80.1 FPS, and Ultra 56.1 FPS. This is the only resolution where the combo falls below the 60 FPS threshold, and it does so only at the Ultra preset. The drop from High to Ultra is 24 FPS, which is the most severe single-step reduction across all resolutions. This indicates that Ultra at 4K introduces effects that the RTX 4080 SUPER cannot fully handle, while High remains playable. The data shows that Low at 4K still delivers over 120 FPS, which is remarkable for a high-end GPU.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 Ultra is 56.1, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which averages 80.1 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for maximum visual quality while maintaining high FPS?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 93.8 FPS, which is above 60 FPS and provides the highest visual fidelity among all playable settings. At 1920x1080, Ultra averages 137.9 FPS, but the lower resolution reduces visual clarity.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 in this game?

A: The benchmark data shows the RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54209, which is 0.1% behind the RTX 4080's 54247. In practical terms, the two GPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Evolve.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 8400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 SUPER at 1080p?

A: The data suggests not. At 1920x1080 Low, the combo achieves 323.2 FPS, which is an extremely high frame rate. The CPU's single-thread performance is sufficient to keep the GPU fed at this resolution.

Q: What is the biggest FPS drop when increasing settings in this game?

A: The largest single-step drop occurs at 3840x2160 when moving from High (80.1 FPS) to Ultra (56.1 FPS), a 24 FPS reduction. At 1920x1080, the High to Ultra drop is 66.2 FPS, but the absolute values are much higher.

Q: How many total combos have been tested for Evolve, and where does this one rank?

A: This combo ranks 264th out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the top 7.1% of all tested hardware pairings for this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and the data identifies the most demanding preset that stays at or above this level for each resolution. At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is High, which averages 80.1 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below the threshold at 56.1 FPS, so it is not recommended. This provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS while delivering high visual quality.

At 2560x1440, all four presets are playable, and the best setting is Ultra, which averages 93.8 FPS. This is the optimal balance of visual fidelity and performance, as it stays well above the threshold while using the highest quality preset. The data shows that even at Ultra, there is 33.8 FPS of headroom above the minimum playable level.

At 1920x1080, the best setting is also Ultra, averaging 137.9 FPS. This is more than double the playable threshold, providing an excellent experience for high-refresh-rate monitors. The combo has so much headroom at this resolution that users could enable additional supersampling or other visual enhancements without dropping below 60 FPS. For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, the Low preset at 1080p delivers 323.2 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination ranks 264th out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the top 7.1% of all hardware pairings in the database, indicating that it is a high-performance setup for this game. The rank reflects the overall capability of the combo across all tested resolutions and settings.

The data shows that this combo is particularly strong at 1440p and 1080p, where it delivers high frame rates even at Ultra settings. At 4K, it is slightly less dominant due to the GPU's limitations at the highest preset, but it still ranks highly overall. The combination of a 77th percentile CPU and an 86th percentile GPU results in a system that is well-balanced for Evolve, with neither component holding back the other significantly. The rank of 264 suggests there are 263 other combos that perform better, likely featuring even more powerful GPUs or CPUs, but this pairing remains a strong choice for high-refresh gaming at 1440p and solid 4K performance with adjusted settings.