Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D paired with the Intel Arc B570 presents a compelling mid-range benchmark combination for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Based on measured data, this system delivers playable performance at 1080p and 1440p with specific settings, while 4K remains out of reach. The benchmark results show a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions, with the combo ranking in the 2971st position out of 3700 tested combinations. This places the pairing in the lower-mid tier of all tested systems, indicating that while the hardware is capable, it is not optimized for extreme settings in this particular game. The measured frame rates across various presets reveal a system that can handle competitive play at mainstream resolutions but struggles with the demands of Evolve at higher visual fidelity.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have closely matched rivals according to benchmark data. For the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the nearest competitors include the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Intel Core i7-13650HX, both with average scores of 33089, representing a 0% delta from the 7800X3D’s 33079 average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX also matches with a 33091 average score and 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H sits slightly above with a 33201 average score, showing a -0.4% delta, indicating the 7800X3D trails this rival by a negligible margin. These rivals would deliver virtually identical CPU-bound performance in Evolve, meaning users upgrading from or considering these alternatives should expect no meaningful difference in frame pacing or physics calculations.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570’s nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile with an average score of 20534, showing a 0.1% delta over the B570’s 20556 average. The Intel Arc A750 trails slightly with a 20582 average score and -0.1% delta. The NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X are also nearby, with scores of 20480 and 20662 respectively, showing deltas of 0.4% and -0.5%. This clustering means the Arc B570 delivers frame rates within a fraction of a percent of these alternatives. In practical terms, a system with the RTX 3070 Mobile or Arc A750 would produce nearly identical FPS numbers in Evolve, making the B570 a statistically equivalent choice for this game. The data suggests the B570 occupies a distinct performance tier, yet one that is tightly packed with several competing products.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Intel Arc B570 achieves a rank of 2971 out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the 80th percentile of worst-performing combinations, meaning roughly 80% of tested systems deliver better frame rates. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 83 among all CPUs and the GPU’s percentile ranking of 65 among all GPUs highlight an interesting disparity. The processor is a strong performer relative to its peers, but the graphics card lags behind in relative standing. This imbalance suggests the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing. The combo rank reflects this constraint, as the system’s overall position is dragged down by the B570’s mid-tier graphics capability. Measured FPS data confirms this interpretation: at 1080p Ultra, the system averages 58 FPS, just below the 60 FPS playability threshold, while dropping to Low settings raises this to 137 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU far more frames than the GPU can render at higher presets.

The rank of 2971 also implies that a significant portion of tested combinations, likely those with higher-tier GPUs, achieve smoother performance. However, the data does not specify which combos outperform this pairing. What the rank does reveal is that this system is not among the top performers for Evolve, but it is also not at the very bottom. The 729 combos ranked below this pairing presumably include systems with weaker CPUs or GPUs that struggle even at lower settings. This mid-low placement suggests the combination is workable for casual play but will require settings compromises to maintain consistent frame rates above 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the Arc B570 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D produce an average of 32 FPS on High settings, which is unplayable for smooth gameplay. Low settings improve this to 52 FPS, still below the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings yield 40 FPS average with minimum and maximum values of 34 and 47 FPS, respectively. Ultra settings drop to 22 FPS average. None of these configurations reach the playable threshold, and even Low settings fall 8 FPS short of 60. The minimum frame rate of 34 FPS at Medium indicates notable frame drops, which would cause visible stuttering during intense combat sequences. The data shows a steep drop-off from Low to Medium settings, with a 12 FPS penalty, and another 8 FPS loss moving to High, suggesting the GPU is severely bandwidth or compute limited at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, performance becomes more viable. Low settings average 92 FPS, comfortably above 60 FPS. Medium settings average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and maximum of 82 FPS, meaning the system barely maintains playability at this preset. High settings average 56 FPS, just below the threshold, while Ultra settings drop to 39 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of exactly 60 FPS indicates the system is right at the edge of playability, and any demanding scene could push it lower. The jump from Medium to High costs 15 FPS, while High to Ultra costs another 17 FPS, showing diminishing returns as settings increase. Users seeking a stable 60 FPS experience at 1440p should stick with Medium settings, as High averages below the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system shows its best performance. Low settings average 137 FPS, providing a highly responsive experience. Medium settings average 106 FPS, with a minimum of 90 and maximum of 122 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay with no drops below 60. High settings average 83 FPS, remaining above the threshold with headroom for demanding scenes. Ultra settings average 58 FPS, just 2 FPS short of the 60 FPS target. The scaling from Low to Medium costs 31 FPS, Medium to High costs 23 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 25 FPS. This pattern shows that the system can handle most presets at 1080p, but Ultra requires a slight compromise, falling just short of the playable threshold. The minimum FPS of 90 at Medium indicates excellent frame pacing, with no risk of stutter.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear: this PC cannot run Evolve at 3840x2160 with any playable settings. The best average FPS at 4K is 52 on Low settings, which fails the 60 FPS threshold. No settings combination at this resolution clears the bar, and the data indicates 4K is not a viable option for this pairing.

At 2560x1440, the system can run the game with playable settings, specifically Low and Medium presets. The best setting that maintains at least 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 71 FPS. This provides a playable experience, though the minimum FPS of 60 leaves little margin. High settings at 1440p fall short with a 56 FPS average, making Medium the highest viable preset. For users with 1440p monitors, the system delivers acceptable performance but requires avoiding High or Ultra settings.

At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable. High settings average 83 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and represents the best playable preset. Low and Medium also clear the bar with averages of 137 FPS and 106 FPS, respectively. Ultra settings average 58 FPS, just missing the threshold. Therefore, for 1080p gaming, the system runs Evolve smoothly at High settings, offering a 23 FPS margin over the playability threshold. This resolution provides the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combination.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Evolve. At 3840x2160, the frame rates are heavily GPU-bound, as evidenced by the dramatic FPS drops when increasing settings. Low settings average 52 FPS, while Ultra drops to 22 FPS, a 30 FPS difference. This 58% reduction in performance across settings indicates the GPU is the bottleneck at this resolution, with the Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s processing power going largely unused. The CPU’s strong single-thread score of 959 in 3dmark_single_thread and multi-thread score of 7967 in 3dmark_max_threads suggest it can handle the game’s logic, but the B570 cannot keep up with rendering demands at 4K.

At 2560x1440, the GPU remains the primary constraint, but the CPU’s role becomes more apparent. The scaling from Low to Medium shows a 21 FPS drop (92 to 71 FPS), while High to Ultra shows a 17 FPS drop (56 to 39 FPS). This non-linear scaling suggests that at lower settings, the CPU can feed frames faster, but the GPU quickly becomes overwhelmed as pixel count and shading complexity increase. The CPU’s 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is well above average, yet the system’s frame rates at 1440p Medium (71 FPS) are more indicative of GPU limitations than CPU capabilities.

At 1920x1080, the CPU’s contribution becomes more evident. Low settings achieve 137 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s maximum frame delivery rate for this game. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D’s 3dmark_2_threads score of 1887 and 3dmark_4_threads score of 3684 suggest strong low-thread performance, which is typical for FPS games that rely on a few main threads. The drop from Low to Medium (31 FPS) and Medium to High (23 FPS) indicates the GPU starts to become the limiting factor at higher presets, but the CPU still has headroom. The fact that Ultra settings only reach 58 FPS, slightly below the threshold, suggests the GPU is the final barrier at 1080p as well, but the CPU can drive higher frame rates at lower settings.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?

A: No. The best average FPS at 3840x2160 is 52 on Low settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. All other settings at 4K produce lower averages, ranging from 22 to 40 FPS.

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: Medium settings, which average 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS. High settings average 56 FPS, falling short of the playable threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, scores 20534, showing a 0.1% delta. This means the two GPUs perform nearly identically in Evolve.

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

A: The GPU is more important at higher settings, as Ultra averages 58 FPS versus 137 FPS on Low. The CPU can support high frame rates at Low settings, but the GPU limits performance as settings increase.

Q: What is the combo rank for this system in Evolve?

A: The combination of AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Intel Arc B570 ranks 2971 out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the lower-mid tier of all tested systems.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: Yes, High settings average 83 FPS, which is 23 FPS above the playable threshold. The minimum FPS at this setting is not specified, but the average provides a comfortable margin.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, no settings preset achieves an average of 60 FPS or higher. The closest is Low settings with 52 FPS, but this fails the playable threshold. Therefore, there is no recommended preset for 4K, and users should consider lower resolutions for playable performance.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 71 FPS. This provides a 11 FPS margin over the threshold. The minimum FPS of 60 indicates the system occasionally hits the exact threshold, but the average remains playable. Low settings are also playable with 92 FPS, but Medium offers better visual quality while maintaining the required performance.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 83 FPS. This gives a 23 FPS margin over the playable threshold. Ultra settings average 58 FPS, just below the threshold, so High is the recommended choice for the best visual quality without sacrificing playability. Low and Medium settings are also viable, with averages of 137 FPS and 106 FPS respectively, but High provides the optimal balance of graphics fidelity and smooth performance at this resolution.