Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a strong performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Measured data indicates that this pairing can handle the game across all tested resolutions, with the primary constraint appearing at 4K Ultra settings. The system demonstrates a clear scaling pattern where lower resolutions and reduced settings yield significantly higher frame rates, making it a versatile option for various display configurations.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU in this configuration each sit near specific performance peers according to aggregate benchmark data. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D, with an average benchmark score of 24709, is closely matched by the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, which scores 24728 and trails by just 0.1%. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX is similarly close, scoring 24822 and sitting 0.5% behind. On the Intel side, the Core i5-12450HX and Core i5-11600 score 24576 and 24563 respectively, placing them 0.5% and 0.6% ahead of the 5700X3D. These deltas are negligible in real-world gaming scenarios, meaning any of these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 achieves an average benchmark score of 17208. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT with a score of 17083, a 0.7% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 and AMD Radeon HD 7970M score 17037 and 17019, which are 1% and 1.1% behind respectively. The NVIDIA Tesla K40c is the only rival that scores higher, at 17468, putting it 1.5% ahead. When paired with the 5700X3D, the RTX 3070’s performance in Evolve should closely mirror what these alternative GPUs would deliver, assuming the CPU does not become a bottleneck at lower resolutions.

Given that the CPU ranks in the 77th percentile among all tested processors and the GPU in the 61st percentile, the combination is well-balanced for a game like Evolve. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22366 and a Passmark multi-thread score of 26318, ensure it will not limit the GPU in most scenarios. The GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game’s textures and effects at the tested settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this system achieves in Evolve?

A: The highest measured average is 215 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This drops to 144 FPS at 2560x1440 Low and 82 FPS at 3840x2160 Low, showing a clear scaling pattern as resolution increases.

Q: Can this PC maintain 60 FPS at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 35 FPS, which is well below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The playable settings at this resolution are Low and Medium, with Medium delivering an average of 64 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU’s performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700X3D scores 24709 on average, placing it 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D. It also trails the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX by 0.5%, while the Intel Core i5-12450HX and i5-11600 are 0.5% and 0.6% ahead respectively.

Q: What is the frame time consistency at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the system averages 112 FPS with a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS. This indicates a relatively stable frame delivery with only minor fluctuations.

Q: Does the RTX 3070 outperform its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: Yes, the RTX 3070 scores 17208 on average, which is 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT’s 17083. It also exceeds the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 and AMD Radeon HD 7970M by 1% and 1.1% respectively.

Q: Is the 5700X3D a better choice than the Ryzen 9 5900HX for this game?

A: The difference is minimal. The Ryzen 9 5900HX scores 24822, which is 0.5% higher than the 5700X3D’s 24709. In practice, this would translate to a negligible difference in Evolve’s frame rates.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which produces an average of 64 FPS. The Low preset achieves 82 FPS on average, but Medium offers a better visual quality while still clearing the playable threshold. High settings fall short at 50 FPS average, and Ultra drops to 35 FPS.

For 2560x1440, the system can handle Ultra settings with an average of 61 FPS, just barely clearing the 60 FPS threshold. This is the best visual preset available at this resolution. Lower presets provide more headroom, with High at 88 FPS, Medium at 112 FPS, and Low at 144 FPS.

At 1920x1080, Ultra settings deliver an average of 91 FPS, making it the clear choice for maximum visual quality. High settings run at 131 FPS, Medium at 167 FPS, and Low at 215 FPS. All presets at this resolution provide a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

Based on the measured frame rate data, this PC can run Evolve successfully at all three tested resolutions. At 3840x2160, the playable settings are Low and Medium, with Medium being the best choice at an average of 64 FPS. The system cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K with High or Ultra settings.

For 2560x1440, all four settings—Low, Medium, High, and Ultra—are playable. The Ultra preset averages 61 FPS, which clears the threshold, though just barely. This makes 1440p Ultra the highest quality option that remains playable.

At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra averaging 91 FPS. This resolution offers the most headroom, allowing for maximum settings without any concern about frame rate drops. The verdict is clear: the combination is well-suited for Evolve, with the primary limitation being 4K Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete frame rate data reveals consistent scaling across resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the system produces 35 FPS on Ultra, 50 FPS on High, 64 FPS on Medium, and 82 FPS on Low. The Medium preset has recorded minimum and maximum values of 54 and 73 FPS respectively, providing a frame time range that suggests occasional dips but overall stability.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 61 FPS on Ultra, 88 FPS on High, 112 FPS on Medium, and 144 FPS on Low. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 95 FPS and a maximum of 129 FPS, indicating tighter frame pacing than at 4K. This resolution offers a good balance between visual quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, the averages jump to 91 FPS on Ultra, 131 FPS on High, 167 FPS on Medium, and 215 FPS on Low. The Medium preset records a minimum of 142 FPS and a maximum of 192 FPS, demonstrating that the system has substantial headroom at this resolution. The data shows a clear pattern: each step down in resolution or settings yields a significant frame rate increase, with the most dramatic gains occurring at 1080p.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3700 tested combinations in the database, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 holds a rank of 1580. This places it in the upper-middle portion of all tested combos, indicating that it performs better than roughly 57% of configurations in the database for Evolve.

The ranking reflects the balance between the CPU’s 77th percentile performance and the GPU’s 61st percentile performance. While the CPU is a stronger component relative to its peers, the GPU’s mid-range standing pulls the overall combo rank down somewhat. However, given the game’s 2015 release date, the combination still delivers playable performance at most settings, as evidenced by the measured frame rates. The rank suggests that many other combinations may offer higher frame rates, but few would provide a meaningfully better experience at 1080p or 1440p.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom at lower resolutions. At 3840x2160, the frame rate drops from 82 FPS on Low to 35 FPS on Ultra, a reduction of 47 FPS. This steep decline is characteristic of GPU-bound scenarios, where the rendering load scales heavily with resolution and settings.

At 2560x1440, the range is from 144 FPS on Low to 61 FPS on Ultra, a spread of 83 FPS. The fact that Ultra still clears 60 FPS suggests the CPU is keeping up with the GPU’s demands. At 1920x1080, the frame rates range from 215 FPS on Low to 91 FPS on Ultra. The high frame rates at 1080p Low indicate that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far beyond what the GPU can render, confirming that the RTX 3070 is the bottleneck in this configuration.

Comparing the scaling between resolutions, the average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 91, which drops to 61 at 1440p Ultra and 35 at 4K Ultra. This 56 FPS difference between 1080p and 4K highlights the GPU’s influence. Conversely, the CPU’s role is more apparent at lower settings: 215 FPS at 1080p Low versus 144 FPS at 1440p Low versus 82 FPS at 4K Low. The CPU maintains high frame rates even when the GPU load is reduced, demonstrating that it is not a limiting factor in this game.