Evolve

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and the Intel Arc B390 lands at rank 3288 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. That places this pairing in the bottom 11% of all configurations in the database. The ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU side of the equation, as the Intel Arc B390 sits at just the 9th percentile among all GPUs, a remarkably low position. The CPU, in contrast, is a much stronger component, sitting at the 84th percentile among all processors. This mismatch explains the overall combo ranking: a very capable CPU is paired with a GPU that severely limits what the system can deliver in Evolve.

The data shows a system that is fundamentally imbalanced. The CPU is not the bottleneck here; the GPU is. The Arc B390's average benchmark score of 1482 in the database's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test places it in the company of much older, entry-level discrete GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, the GeForce 800M, the GT 625 OEM, and the GT 710, all with delta percentages of roughly 1.3% to 2.7% either way. This is not a GPU designed for modern gaming at high settings, and the measured FPS data for Evolve confirms this. The combo rank reflects a system that can manage playable frame rates only at lower resolutions and settings, which is a crucial limitation for anyone considering this hardware for Evolve.

CPU and GPU Roles

The respective roles of the CPU and GPU become clear when examining the scaling of performance across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the system shows a wide spread of frame rates across settings, from a Low preset average of 89 FPS down to an Ultra preset average of 37 FPS. This spread of 52 FPS between the lowest and highest presets indicates that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting; the workload is scaling heavily with graphical fidelity. If the CPU were the primary constraint, the frame rates would cluster more tightly together, regardless of the graphics preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern continues but with lower absolute numbers. The Low preset average drops from 89 FPS at 1080p to 60 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of roughly 33%. The High preset average drops from 54 FPS to 36 FPS, a reduction of exactly 33%. This consistent percentage drop across presets when moving to a higher resolution is a classic sign that the GPU is the limiting factor. The GPU is having to render more pixels, and its performance scales accordingly. The CPU, meanwhile, is not being pushed harder by the increased resolution; it is still feeding the GPU with the same game logic and draw calls, but the GPU is struggling to keep up with the pixel output.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. The best average FPS at any setting is 34 FPS on Low, and that drops to 14 FPS on Ultra. The system is incapable of maintaining a smooth experience at 4K, and the data suggests that no amount of CPU headroom can compensate for the GPU's inability to process the frame data at that resolution. The pattern is unequivocal: the Intel Arc B390 is the dominant factor determining performance in Evolve, and the Ryzen 7 3700X is essentially waiting for the GPU at every turn. The CPU's role is to provide a stable platform, but the GPU's limits define the playable envelope.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Evolve provides a comprehensive view of this combo's performance. At 1920x1080, the system performs as follows: Low settings deliver an average of 89 FPS, Medium settings deliver an average of 69 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS, High settings deliver an average of 54 FPS, and Ultra settings deliver an average of 37 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one with recorded min and max values, showing a 59 to 79 FPS range. This suggests that the Low and High presets were measured with only the average being captured, but the data is sufficient to show a clear downward trend as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. Low settings average 60 FPS, which is exactly at the playable threshold. Medium settings average 46 FPS with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. High settings average 36 FPS, and Ultra settings average 25 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 14 FPS, and from Medium to High is another 10 FPS. The system is only able to hit the 60 FPS mark at the lowest settings, and even then, it is exactly at the threshold, leaving no headroom for demanding scenes.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles across the board. Low settings average 34 FPS, Medium settings average 26 FPS with a minimum of 22 FPS and a maximum of 30 FPS, High settings average 21 FPS, and Ultra settings average 14 FPS. None of these averages come close to the 60 FPS playable threshold. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 20 FPS, which is a significant gap, but even the best case is less than 60% of the target frame rate. The data is clear: this combo cannot handle Evolve at 4K with any preset, and the only playable option is Low at 1440p or Low and Medium at 1080p.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Evolve? The database verdict is nuanced but ultimately clear. At 3840x2160, there are no playable settings. The best average FPS at any preset is 34 FPS on Low, which is well below the 60 FPS threshold. The system is not viable for 4K gaming in Evolve. At 2560x1440, the system can run the game at Low settings with an average of 60 FPS, exactly at the playable threshold. This is the only playable preset at this resolution, and it provides no margin for error. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 46 FPS, which is below the threshold and not recommended for a smooth experience.

At 1920x1080, the system offers more flexibility. The Low preset averages 89 FPS, which is well above the threshold and provides a smooth experience. The Medium preset averages 69 FPS, also above the threshold, with a minimum of 59 FPS that occasionally dips just below 60. The High preset averages 54 FPS, which is below the threshold, and Ultra averages 37 FPS. The verdict states that the playable settings at 1080p are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best setting at 69 FPS. For a 1080p gamer, this system can run Evolve, but only at medium or lower settings. For 1440p, the system is marginal at best, and for 4K it is not viable. The data suggests that this is a 1080p gaming system for Evolve, with a hard ceiling at medium settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide insight into what other hardware would behave similarly. For the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, the closest performers in the database are the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, the AMD EPYC 4244P, the Intel Core i5-13450HX, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H. These CPUs have average benchmark scores within 0.5% of the Ryzen 7 3700X. The Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 34222 versus 34260 for the 3700X, a delta of 0.1%. The EPYC 4244P scores 34220, also a 0.1% delta. The Intel Core i5-13450HX scores 34333, which is 0.2% higher, and the Core Ultra 7 165H scores 34083, which is 0.5% lower. In terms of CPU-driven performance, any of these processors would deliver essentially identical frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU.

For the Intel Arc B390, the nearest rivals are all much older, lower-end NVIDIA GPUs. The GeForce GT 520MX, GeForce 800M, GT 625 OEM, and GT 710 are all within 2.7% of the Arc B390's average score. The GT 520MX scores 1463 versus 1482 for the Arc B390, a delta of 1.3%. The GeForce 800M scores 1460, a 1.5% delta. The GT 625 OEM scores 1446, a 2.5% delta, and the GT 710 scores 1443, a 2.7% delta. These are all entry-level GPUs from previous generations, and they would all deliver similar performance in Evolve. The data indicates that the Arc B390 is not a meaningful step up from these older parts, and any of these GPUs would produce comparable frame rates in the game.

FAQ

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

A: No. At 3840x2160, the best average FPS is 34 on Low settings, and the highest preset, Ultra, averages just 14 FPS. None of the recorded settings reach the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1920x1080?

A: The Medium preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS, with an average of 69 FPS. The Low preset runs at 89 FPS, but Medium offers the highest quality that still clears the threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, GeForce 800M, GT 625 OEM, and GT 710. All of these GPUs have average scores within 2.7% of the Arc B390, meaning they would deliver nearly identical performance in Evolve.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game with this combo?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The data shows a 52 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p, and a consistent 33% drop in frame rates when moving from 1080p to 1440p, indicating that the GPU is being stressed by graphical load while the CPU has headroom.

Q: What is the playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The only playable setting at 1440p is Low, which averages exactly 60 FPS. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, which is below the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank in the database for Evolve?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and Intel Arc B390 combo ranks 3288 out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 11% of all configurations for this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, there is no playable setting. The database records no preset that reaches the 60 FPS threshold, so the system is not viable at this resolution for Evolve. The best average FPS is 34 on Low, which falls far short of the target.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is Low, with an average FPS of exactly 60. This is the only preset that clears the threshold at this resolution. The Medium preset averages 46 FPS, which is below the playable mark, so Low is the recommended choice.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is Medium, with an average FPS of 69. This setting provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, and it is the highest quality preset that remains playable. The Low preset runs at 89 FPS, but Medium offers better visual fidelity while still maintaining smooth performance. The High preset at 54 FPS and Ultra at 37 FPS are not recommended, as they fall below the playable threshold. For users with a 1080p display, Medium is the optimal balance of quality and performance for Evolve.