Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is a top-tier combination for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The benchmark data shows this combo achieves a rank of 98 out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it in the top percentile of all tested configs for this game. This pairing of a modern 8-core Zen 5 processor with the flagship Ada Lovelace GPU delivers extremely high frame rates across all resolutions, making it a formidable setup for this title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 98 out of 3700 tested combinations indicates that it outperforms the vast majority of systems tested with Evolve. This places it firmly in the upper echelon of performance, with only a tiny fraction of other CPU-GPU pairings exceeding its results. The data suggests that this configuration is not merely capable, but rather exceptionally well-suited to the game’s engine, leaving very little performance on the table.

This high ranking is a product of both components being top performers in their respective fields. The Ryzen 7 9700F sits in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the RTX 4090 is in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. When two such highly-rated parts are combined, the result is a system that can handle Evolve’s most demanding scenarios with ease. The benchmark results indicate that this is a combination built for maximum frame rates, and it does not disappoint.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the CPU is the primary driver of performance. The average FPS at Low settings is 371, while at High settings it drops to 225. This relatively small drop between settings, compared to the jump from High to Ultra (225 to 156), suggests that at 1080p, the GPU is not being fully utilized. The CPU’s single-thread performance, evidenced by its Passmark single-thread score of 4691, is crucial here. The Ryzen 7 9700F’s high boost clock of 5.50 GHz ensures that the game’s logic and draw calls are processed quickly, feeding the GPU as fast as it can accept data.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more significant role. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra settings shows a drop from 156 FPS to 105 FPS, a 33% reduction. This is a clear indication that the rendering load is increasing. However, the CPU is still keeping pace, as the frame rates remain exceptionally high. The Ryzen 7 9700F’s 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with its 32 MB of shared L3 cache, provide ample headroom for the game’s background processes.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck. The 4K Ultra setting yields an average of 60 FPS, which is exactly at the playable threshold. The 1440p to 4K scaling at Ultra shows a drop from 105 FPS to 60 FPS, a 43% reduction, demonstrating that the RTX 4090 is being pushed to its limits. The GPU’s 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth are essential here, as the higher resolution demands significantly more memory bandwidth and pixel throughput. The CPU, while still important, has less influence on the final frame rate at this resolution, as the GPU’s rendering time dominates the frame time.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data shows that this combo can achieve the highest possible visual quality at every resolution while maintaining 60 FPS or more.

• 3840x2160: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of exactly 60 FPS. This is a remarkable achievement, as it means the game can be run at its absolute maximum settings in 4K without dropping below the playable threshold.
• 2560x1440: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 105 FPS. This provides a significant performance buffer over the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for smooth gameplay even in hectic scenes.
• 1920x1080: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 156 FPS. This frame rate is well above the threshold, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provide context for what other hardware would behave similarly. For the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F, the closest performance match is the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, which has a delta of only 0.2%. This means that a system using that mobile flagship CPU would perform nearly identically in CPU-bound scenarios. The Intel Core i7-14700KF is also very close, with a delta of -0.2%, indicating that it is essentially a comparable performer for this game.

For the GPU, the nearest rival is the Intel Arc Pro A60, with a delta of 0%. This is a surprising result, as the Arc Pro A60 is a professional-grade card, but the benchmark scores indicate that it delivers similar average performance in this title. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is also close, with a delta of 0.3%. These comparisons suggest that for Evolve, the RTX 4090’s massive raw power is not entirely unique, and other high-end workstation cards can offer similar frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how the combo performs across all settings and resolutions.

• 1920x1080: At Low settings, the average FPS is 371. At Medium settings, the average FPS is 287, with a minimum of 244 and a maximum of 330. At High settings, the average FPS is 225. At Ultra settings, the average FPS is 156.
• 2560x1440: At Low settings, the average FPS is 248. At Medium settings, the average FPS is 193, with a minimum of 164 and a maximum of 221. At High settings, the average FPS is 151. At Ultra settings, the average FPS is 105.
• 3840x2160: At Low settings, the average FPS is 141. At Medium settings, the average FPS is 110, with a minimum of 93 and a maximum of 126. At High settings, the average FPS is 86. At Ultra settings, the average FPS is 60.

The data shows a consistent and predictable scaling pattern. As resolution increases, frame rates drop proportionally. The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens at higher resolutions, confirming that the GPU’s workload becomes more demanding. The min and max FPS values for Medium settings show that the frame times are relatively stable, with a reasonable spread that indicates consistent performance without major hitches.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the data shows an average of 60 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which meets the playable threshold of 60 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting to use for a 1440p monitor?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 105 FPS, providing a high frame rate with maximum visual quality.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, showing a delta of 0.2%. It also performs within -0.2% of the Intel Core i7-14700KF.

Q: Is the RTX 4090 the most powerful GPU for this game?

A: While it is a top-tier card, its benchmark score is matched by the Intel Arc Pro A60, which has a delta of 0%, meaning they perform nearly identically in this title.

Q: What is the performance difference between 1080p and 4K at Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 156 at 1920x1080 to 60 at 3840x2160, a reduction of 96 FPS. This shows the significant load increase at higher resolutions.

Q: At what resolution does the GPU become the limiting factor?

A: The scaling data indicates that the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at 3840x2160, where the frame rate drops to 60 FPS at Ultra, which is the lowest playable result.

The Verdict

The data confirms that this PC can absolutely run Evolve, and it does so with exceptional performance. According to the verdictByResolution data, all resolutions and presets are playable. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset clears the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 60 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 105 FPS, and at 1920x1080, it achieves an impressive 156 FPS. This system provides a flawless experience at the highest settings, making it an excellent choice for any player looking to experience Evolve at its best.