Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 207th out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve, placing it in the top 5.6% of all configurations. This combo sits at the 79th percentile for the CPU and the 87th percentile for the GPU across all tested hardware, indicating a system that is firmly above average for this title. The benchmark data, which is measured rather than estimated, shows that this pairing delivers high frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the only exception being the most demanding preset at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 207 out of 3700 means this system outperforms approximately 94.4% of all tested CPU-GPU pairings for Evolve. This is a strong result, though not a top-tier one, as the ranking suggests there are 206 combinations that deliver even higher average frame rates. The CPU’s percentile of 79 and the GPU’s percentile of 87 are both respectable, but the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. This is reflected in the measured FPS data, where the system achieves playable frame rates at every resolution and preset combination except for 4K Ultra.

The ranking indicates that while this is not an extreme high-end configuration, it is a very capable one for Evolve. The data shows a clear pattern: the system is more than sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it handles 4K with only minor compromises. The gap between the combo’s rank and the top systems likely comes from the CPU, which is a mid-range part relative to the GPU’s high-end positioning.

CPU and GPU Roles

For Evolve, the data reveals that the GPU is the dominant component at higher resolutions, while the CPU becomes more relevant at lower resolutions. This is evident from the scaling between 1920x1080 and 2560x1440. At 1080p Ultra, the system averages 150.9 FPS, but at 1440p Ultra, it drops to 99.6 FPS, a reduction of 51.3 FPS or roughly 34%. This significant drop indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder as resolution increases.

The CPU’s role is most apparent at 1080p with lower presets. At 1080p Low, the system hits 295.6 FPS, while at 1080p High it drops to 215.2 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium at 1080p is smaller (295.6 to 267.7 FPS), suggesting that the CPU is less of a bottleneck at these settings. However, at 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor. The difference between 4K Low (139 FPS) and 4K High (81 FPS) is 58 FPS, while the jump from 4K Medium (103.8 FPS) to 4K Ultra (57.5 FPS) is another 46.3 FPS. This shows that at 4K, the GPU’s workload scales heavily with preset quality, and the CPU has ample headroom.

The scaling between resolutions for the same preset further clarifies the roles. At High settings, moving from 1080p (215.2 FPS) to 1440p (145.8 FPS) is a 32% drop, and from 1440p to 4K (81 FPS) is a 44% drop. This pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at High and above, with the CPU keeping pace easily. At Low settings, the 1080p to 1440p drop is from 295.6 to 235.5 FPS (20%), and 1440p to 4K drops to 139 FPS (41%). The smaller drop at 1440p Low suggests the CPU is more involved, but the GPU still dominates overall.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 150.9 FPS. This is well above the playable threshold, and the data shows that even the most demanding settings leave significant headroom. The system can comfortably run at Ultra, and the 150.9 FPS average means there is plenty of margin for demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 99.6 FPS. This is comfortably above 60 FPS, and the data indicates that the system is not stressed at this resolution. The 99.6 FPS average is close to the 100 FPS mark, suggesting that this is a sweet spot for the combo, balancing visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 81 FPS. Ultra drops to 57.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that High is the optimal choice for 4K, providing a solid 81 FPS average. Medium also works at 103.8 FPS, but High offers better visual fidelity while still maintaining a comfortable margin above the playable threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU’s nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-12600K, which has an identical average benchmark score of 27578 and a deltaPct of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 is nearly identical at 27535 (0.2% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is slightly faster at 27636 (-0.2% deltaPct, meaning it is 0.2% ahead). The Intel Core Ultra 5 125H is also close at 27507 (0.3% slower). For gaming, these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Evolve, with differences well within the margin of error.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 8060S, which scores 55757 (0.6% slower), and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB at 55698 (0.7% slower). The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is further behind at 54828 (2.3% slower). On the faster side, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, which is 2.2% ahead. In practice, these GPUs would produce very similar frame rates in Evolve, with the RX 9070 GRE offering a marginal improvement and the others being slightly slower.

The data suggests that swapping the CPU for any of its rivals would result in negligible performance changes for Evolve, as the GPU is the bottleneck in most scenarios. Similarly, the GPU rivals would shift frame rates by only a few percent, which is unlikely to change the playability verdict at any resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low settings deliver 295.6 FPS, Medium delivers 267.7 FPS, High delivers 215.2 FPS, and Ultra delivers 150.9 FPS. The progression shows a steady decrease as settings increase, with the largest drop occurring from Medium to High (52.5 FPS) and from High to Ultra (64.3 FPS). The system never drops below 150 FPS at this resolution, even at the most demanding preset.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values are: Low at 235.5 FPS, Medium at 182.1 FPS, High at 145.8 FPS, and Ultra at 99.6 FPS. The scaling is more aggressive here, with a 53.4 FPS drop from Low to Medium, a 36.3 FPS drop from Medium to High, and a 46.2 FPS drop from High to Ultra. All presets remain well above 60 FPS, with Ultra coming closest at 99.6 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS values are: Low at 139 FPS, Medium at 103.8 FPS, High at 81 FPS, and Ultra at 57.5 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 35.2 FPS, from Medium to High is 22.8 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 23.5 FPS. This is the only resolution where a preset falls below the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra at 57.5 FPS. The min and max FPS values are not provided in the data, so the analysis relies on averages, but these averages indicate consistent performance.

The Verdict

The data shows that this PC can run Evolve at all tested resolutions, but the playable settings vary. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS at every preset, with Ultra delivering 150.9 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets also clear 60 FPS, with Ultra at 99.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system clears 60 FPS at Low, Medium, and High, but Ultra falls short at 57.5 FPS.

The verdict by resolution is clear: at 1080p and 1440p, the entire range of settings is playable, and the best settings are Ultra in both cases. At 4K, the best playable settings are High, with an average of 81 FPS. Ultra is not playable at 4K, as it drops below the 60 FPS threshold. The system is thus a strong performer for Evolve, offering high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p and requiring only a modest preset reduction at 4K.

FAQ

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

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 57.5, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The most demanding playable preset at 4K is High, which averages 81 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 2560x1440?

A: The best settings at 2560x1440 are Ultra, which delivers an average of 99.6 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, and it is well above the threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12600K?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-12600K have identical average benchmark scores of 27578, with a deltaPct of 0%. They are effectively equal in performance for this game.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more important for Evolve at 1080p?

A: The data shows that at 1080p, the GPU is the primary factor, but the CPU still matters. The FPS drops from 295.6 at Low to 215.2 at High, indicating that both components handle the load, but the GPU scaling is more pronounced at higher presets.

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p Medium settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 267.7. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a smooth experience.

Q: Which GPU rival is slightly faster than the RTX 5080?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE has an average score of 57367, which is 2.2% higher than the RTX 5080’s 56083. This makes it the fastest of the listed rivals, but the difference is minor.