Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X paired with the Intel Arc B580 is a mid-pack performer for Evolve, securing the 2787th spot out of 3700 tested combos. This places the configuration in the 75th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that while it is not a top-tier contender, it sits comfortably above the median. The rank reflects a balanced pairing where the GPU’s 68th percentile standing among all GPUs is the primary constraint, as the CPU’s 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs suggests it has ample headroom. For a game released in 2015, the combo’s overall position suggests it can handle the title at mainstream resolutions, but the data shows clear limitations at higher pixel counts. The measured FPS figures confirm this, with playable performance available at 2560x1440 and 1920x1080, but not at 4K. The combination’s standing indicates that the B580 is the bottleneck for this title, as the 9700X’s single-thread score of 1280 in 3DMark and multi-thread score of 20485 in Cinebench R23 are far beyond what Evolve requires, making the GPU the limiting factor in demanding scenes.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Ryzen 7 9700X’s nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, show that the CPU’s performance is tightly clustered with several other processors. The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 37911, a mere 0.1% ahead, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 matches with 37904, also 0.1% ahead. The Intel Core 5 211E trails slightly at 37829, a 0.3% deficit, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 sits at 37804, a 0.4% gap. These deltas are negligible in real-world terms, meaning any of these CPUs would deliver virtually identical frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU. For the Intel Arc B580, the nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP with an average score of 23061 (0.2% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 at 22895 (0.6% lower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 at 23172 (0.7% higher), and the NVIDIA P106-100 at 23249 (1.0% higher). The sub-1% delta between the B580 and these cards implies that swapping to any of them would produce nearly indistinguishable performance in this game. Notably, the RTX 3080 being only 0.7% faster in synthetic benchmarks highlights that the B580 holds its own in this specific workload, though the measured FPS data shows the card’s limitations at 4K.

FAQ

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

A: No. According to the verdict data, there are no playable settings at 3840x2160. The best result at that resolution is Low settings with an average of 59 FPS, which still falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the highest quality setting that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: High settings achieve an average of 63 FPS at 2560x1440, making it the most demanding playable preset at that resolution. Medium settings run at 80 FPS, and Low settings at 104 FPS, but High is the maximum quality option that clears the threshold.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 demanding for this hardware?

A: The Ultra preset at 1920x1080 produces an average of 65 FPS, which is only 5 FPS above the 60 FPS threshold. This indicates that Ultra is playable but leaves little headroom for intensive scenes, whereas High settings at the same resolution yield 94 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B580 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The B580 has an average benchmark score of 23021, while the RTX 2080 scores 22895. The delta is 0.6% in favor of the B580, meaning the two GPUs are effectively equivalent in overall compute performance, though real-world gaming may vary.

*Q: Is the Ryzen 7 9700X a bottleneck for the Arc B580 in Evolve?*

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck. The 9700X ranks in the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the B580 ranks in the 68th percentile among GPUs. The measured FPS patterns across resolutions show GPU-bound scaling, with performance dropping significantly as resolution increases.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: Medium settings at 1920x1080 deliver an average of 120 FPS, with a minimum of 102 FPS and a maximum of 138 FPS. This makes it a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold.

The Verdict

The data shows that the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Intel Arc B580 combination can run Evolve at playable frame rates, but the verdict depends heavily on resolution. At 3840x2160, no settings achieve the 60 FPS threshold; the closest is Low at 59 FPS, which is technically unplayable by the 60 FPS standard. At 2560x1440, the combo delivers playable performance across three presets: Low (104 FPS), Medium (80 FPS), and High (63 FPS), with High being the best quality option. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all four presets — Low (155 FPS), Medium (120 FPS), High (94 FPS), and Ultra (65 FPS) — clearing the 60 FPS mark. The strongest recommendation is for 1080p gaming, where the Ultra preset at 65 FPS provides the best visual experience while staying above the playable threshold. For 1440p, High settings at 63 FPS is the sweet spot, offering a balance of quality and performance. 4K gaming is not viable with this hardware for this title, as even the lowest settings fail to reach 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at how the combo performs across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 3840x2160, the results are consistently below the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings yield an average of 25 FPS, High settings produce 36 FPS, and Medium settings average 46 FPS with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. Low settings come closest to playable at 59 FPS, but still miss the mark. Stepping down to 2560x1440, the performance improves significantly. Low settings average 104 FPS, Medium settings hit 80 FPS with a range of 68 to 93 FPS, and High settings average 63 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p drop to 44 FPS, which is unplayable. At 1920x1080, the results are strong across the board. Low settings deliver 155 FPS, Medium settings average 120 FPS with a minimum of 102 FPS and a maximum of 138 FPS, and High settings reach 94 FPS. Ultra settings at 1080p produce 65 FPS, crossing the threshold with minimal margin. The data reveals a clear pattern: the B580’s performance scales predictably with resolution, and the CPU’s high multi-threaded capabilities (as evidenced by its 20485 Cinebench R23 score) ensure no CPU-related frame drops at lower resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is as follows:

• 3840x2160: No settings qualify. The best available preset is Low with an average of 59 FPS, which falls 1 FPS short of the playable threshold. Medium settings average 46 FPS, and High and Ultra are progressively worse at 36 FPS and 25 FPS, respectively.
• 2560x1440: High settings is the best playable option, averaging 63 FPS. This preset offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium (80 FPS) and Low (104 FPS) while still clearing the threshold with a 3 FPS margin. Ultra settings at 44 FPS are not recommended.
• 1920x1080: Ultra settings is the best playable preset, averaging 65 FPS. This allows for maximum graphical fidelity at the most common gaming resolution. The 65 FPS average provides a buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, though users seeking higher frame rates can opt for High (94 FPS), Medium (120 FPS), or Low (155 FPS) depending on their preference for smoothness over fidelity.