Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B370 combination presents a specific performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The recorded data, drawn from the database, indicates that this system is capable of running the game smoothly, but only within a narrow range of settings and resolutions. The analysis below details the measured frame rates, the division of labor between the processor and graphics card, and how this pairing ranks against other tested configurations.

Best Settings per Resolution

The primary goal for a playable experience is maintaining an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS. The database records show that this objective is only met at the 1920x1080 resolution.

At 3840x2160 (4K), no preset achieves the 60 FPS threshold. The most demanding setting that comes closest is Low, which produces an average of 31 FPS. High yields 19 FPS, Medium 24 FPS, and Ultra drops to 13 FPS. None of these are near the playable threshold, so the system is not recommended for 4K gaming with this title.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the situation improves slightly but still falls short. The Low preset delivers an average of 54 FPS, which is the highest recorded at this resolution. Medium follows at 42 FPS, High at 33 FPS, and Ultra at 23 FPS. Since 54 FPS is below the 60 FPS target, there is no "best" playable setting at this resolution.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system finally meets the playability criterion. The Low preset achieves an average of 80 FPS, and the Medium preset achieves an average of 62 FPS. The database identifies Medium as the best settings preset at this resolution because it is the most demanding setting that still clears the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra presets record 49 FPS and 34 FPS respectively, which are below the target.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data for Evolve shows a clear pattern where the graphics processor is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the central processor provides sufficient headroom. This is evident from the scaling of average frame rates as resolution increases.

When moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the average frame rate drops significantly across all presets. For example, the Low preset falls from 80 FPS to 54 FPS, a reduction of 26 FPS. The Medium preset falls from 62 FPS to 42 FPS, a reduction of 20 FPS. This substantial decrease indicates that the rendering load is saturating the Intel Arc B370's capabilities, as the number of pixels increases by roughly 78% between these two resolutions.

The transition from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 further confirms this trend. The Low preset drops from 54 FPS to 31 FPS, and Medium from 42 FPS to 24 FPS. The consistent degradation with each resolution step points to the GPU being the bottleneck. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is likely not the constraint here, as even the most demanding settings at lower resolutions show frame rates that are not CPU-bound.

The impact of preset changes is also informative. At 1920x1080, moving from Low to Medium reduces the average FPS from 80 to 62, and from Medium to High it drops to 49. This scaling is more about GPU workload than CPU. The CPU's role becomes more prominent only if the frame rate were high enough to expose processor limitations, which does not occur in this data set. The recorded numbers suggest that for this game, the Arc B370's fill rate and shading capabilities dictate performance, especially as resolution increases.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database provides specific average frame rate measurements for each resolution and settings combination. The minimum and maximum values are only recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low at 31 FPS, Medium at 24 FPS, High at 19 FPS, and Ultra at 13 FPS. For the Medium preset, the minimum recorded frame rate is 20 FPS and the maximum is 27 FPS, indicating some variance but no extreme spikes.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are: Low at 54 FPS, Medium at 42 FPS, High at 33 FPS, and Ultra at 23 FPS. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS, suggesting a more stable experience than at 4K, though still below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are: Low at 80 FPS, Medium at 62 FPS, High at 49 FPS, and Ultra at 34 FPS. The Medium preset records a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. This is the only preset where the minimum frame rate stays above 50 FPS, which helps maintain a consistent feel during gameplay.

The data shows a clear hierarchy: lower resolutions and lower settings yield higher frame rates, and the Medium preset at 1080p is the only configuration that combines a 60+ average with a minimum above 50 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and Intel Arc B370 holds a rank of 3414 out of 3700 total combos for Evolve. This places it in the lower percentile of systems, indicating that it is not a high-performing configuration for this title.

The rank reflects the GPU's low benchmark standing. The Intel Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184, and it sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, which has an average score of 1186 and a delta of -0.2%, and the ATI Radeon HD 5770, with a score of 1190 and a delta of -0.5%. These comparisons show that the Arc B370 is performing at a level similar to older, entry-level graphics solutions.

The CPU, in contrast, is a mid-range part. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average benchmark score of 25517 and sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (score 25530, delta -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (score 25485, delta 0.1%). This suggests the processor is not the limiting factor in this combination.

The low combo rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's performance ceiling. Even with a relatively capable CPU, the system cannot push frame rates high enough to rank well against combos with stronger graphics cards.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 1920x1080 with playable frame rates?

A: Yes. The database shows that at 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 80 FPS and the Medium preset achieves an average of 62 FPS. Both are above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this system at 1080p?

A: The best playable setting is Medium, which produces an average of 62 FPS. It is the most demanding preset that still maintains an average above 60 FPS.

Q: Is this system capable of running Evolve at 2560x1440?

A: No. The highest average frame rate at 2560x1440 is 54 FPS, achieved with the Low preset. This is below the 60 FPS threshold, so no playable settings exist at this resolution.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (score 1186, delta -0.2%) and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (score 1190, delta -0.5%). This places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs.

Q: Which component is more important for performance in Evolve at higher resolutions?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. Frame rates drop significantly when moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 and again to 3840x2160, even with the same settings. For example, the Low preset drops from 80 FPS to 54 FPS to 31 FPS across these resolutions.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded for the Medium preset at 1080p?

A: The minimum frame rate for the Medium preset at 1920x1080 is 53 FPS, with a maximum of 72 FPS and an average of 62 FPS.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Evolve requires a qualification based on resolution. The verdict from the database is clear: at 3840x2160 and 2560x1440, there are no playable settings, as all recorded average frame rates fall below the 60 FPS threshold. The highest average at 4K is 31 FPS on Low, and at 1440p it is 54 FPS on Low.

At 1920x1080, the system can run the game acceptably. The playable settings are Low and Medium, with the best being Medium at an average of 62 FPS. The High and Ultra presets are not playable, with averages of 49 FPS and 34 FPS respectively. For a smooth experience, users should stick to 1080p with Medium settings. The data indicates that this combination provides a functional, if not high-end, gaming experience for Evolve, limited to a single resolution and two preset levels.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering hardware that would behave similarly to this combination, the database provides nearest rivals for both the CPU and GPU based on average benchmark scores.

On the CPU side, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average score of 25517. Similar-performing processors include the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, which scores 25530 and is 0.1% slower, and the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H, which scores 25550 and is also 0.1% slower. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640U scores 25485 and is 0.1% faster, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U scores 25446 and is 0.3% faster. These CPUs would likely produce similar frame rates when paired with the same GPU, as they occupy a close performance band.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B370 has an average score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (score 1186, 0.2% slower), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (score 1190, 0.5% slower), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (score 1192, 0.7% slower). The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168 and is 1.4% faster. Swapping the Arc B370 for any of these GPUs would likely yield nearly identical performance in Evolve, meaning the same limitation of being playable only at 1080p with Low or Medium settings.

The practical takeaway is that this combination is entry-level for modern gaming, and its performance in Evolve is consistent with that positioning. The CPU offers headroom, but the GPU caps the overall experience. Users with any of the listed alternative components should expect similar results.