Evolve

This PC configuration, pairing an AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, delivers a clear performance profile for Evolve. The benchmark data shows a system that is heavily capable at standard resolutions, with performance scaling predictably as resolution and graphical demands increase. The following analysis breaks down how this hardware combination behaves in this specific game, based solely on measured results.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for each component provides context for what other hardware would offer comparable performance. For the CPU, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D has an average benchmark score of 58386, placing it at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs. Its closest competitor is the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M, which scores 58323, a mere 0.1% difference. This means the Ryzen processor and that Xeon would provide nearly indistinguishable computational performance in tasks relevant to gaming. Similarly, the Intel Xeon w5-2545 is only 0.2% behind the Ryzen chip, while the Intel Core i9-14900 trails by a 0.5% margin. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 is the nearest rival that scores higher, with a 0.7% advantage over the 9850X3D.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 achieves an average benchmark score of 17639, which puts it at the 61st percentile of all GPUs. The data indicates that the AMD Radeon HD 7790 is essentially its performance twin, with a score of 17666, a difference of just -0.2%. The AMD Radeon 780M integrated graphics is also remarkably close, sitting only 0.3% behind the RTX 4060. Two other AMD professional cards, the Radeon Pro 560 and Radeon Pro 460, are nearly identical as well, with differences of 0.5% and 0.7% respectively. When considering the combined system, any of these rival components would perform within a fraction of a percent of the tested setup, meaning a build centered around these alternatives would produce essentially the same frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data across resolutions and settings reveals a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck, particularly at higher resolutions and graphical presets. At 1920x1080, the CPU is clearly able to feed the GPU effectively. The jump from Low to Medium settings only reduces the average frame rate from 190 FPS to 147 FPS, a significant drop of 43 FPS, which indicates the GPU is still not saturated. Even at Ultra, the system maintains an average of 80 FPS, showing that the CPU has substantial headroom.

The GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. At 2560x1440, the performance scales down notably. The Low preset yields 127 FPS, but the High preset drops to 77 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS. This steep decline with each tier of settings is a classic sign of GPU load. At 3840x2160, the CPU's role becomes almost irrelevant. The difference between High and Ultra at 4K is a drop from 44 FPS to 31 FPS, a 30% reduction, which is entirely due to the GPU's rasterization and shading limits. The CPU can compute game logic and physics far faster than the GPU can render frames at this resolution.

The scaling between resolutions is also telling. For the High preset, the average FPS drops from 115 at 1080p to 77 at 1440p, a 33% reduction, and then to 44 at 4K, another 43% reduction. This pattern is the same for all other presets. The RTX 4060 is the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 9850X3D, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is never the reason for a frame rate drop. Instead, the data shows that players should prioritize graphics settings and resolution based on the GPU's cap, as the CPU will consistently deliver frames without being the primary constraint.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that manages to stay at or above 60 FPS is the key metric for each resolution. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with all four presets tested. The Ultra preset yields an average of 80 FPS, which is the best possible setting while maintaining a playable frame rate. The Medium preset is significantly faster at 147 FPS, but the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that meets the 60 FPS target, making it the best choice for visual quality at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the situation becomes more constrained. The High preset produces an average of 77 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset is also playable at 99 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Therefore, the High preset is the most demanding setting that remains playable, offering a balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Low preset shows 127 FPS, but it is not the most demanding playable option.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are obvious. Only the Low preset manages to stay above 60 FPS, with an average of 72 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 56 FPS, and the High and Ultra presets are not playable at 44 FPS and 31 FPS respectively. Thus, the Low preset is the only option that delivers a 60+ FPS experience at 4K, and it is the best settings for that resolution. The data suggests that the RTX 4060's 8 GB of memory and 128-bit bus are insufficient for the demands of 4K at higher presets.

The Verdict

The benchmark results show a system that is unequivocally capable of running Evolve. For the primary gaming resolution of 1920x1080, the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a flawless experience. All four presets, from Low to Ultra, exceed the 60 FPS playable threshold. The Ultra preset reaches an average of 80 FPS, while the Medium and High presets are even higher, at 147 and 115 FPS respectively. This means a player can run the game at maximum settings without any performance concerns.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the data shows that the combo remains playable for the majority of settings. High, Medium, and Low presets are all above 60 FPS, with High at 77 FPS and Medium at 99 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that fails the test, averaging 54 FPS. This is a minor shortfall, and a player would likely choose the High preset for the optimal experience. At 3840x2160, the system is only playable at the Low preset, which averages 72 FPS. All other presets at 4K are below the 60 FPS mark, with Medium at 56 FPS, High at 44 FPS, and Ultra at 31 FPS. Therefore, a 4K monitor requires a significant reduction in graphical quality to achieve smooth gameplay.

The overall verdict is that this PC can run Evolve, but the playable experience is resolution-dependent. The system is a solid performer for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it can even handle 4K at Low settings. For a strict 60 FPS target, the system is fully capable at the two lower resolutions. The 4K Ultra experience is not smooth, but the 4K Low experience is.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: Yes, the benchmark data shows an average frame rate of 80 FPS at 1920x1080 with the Ultra preset, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting at 1440p to stay above 60 FPS?

A: The High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 77 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS and is not playable.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 72 FPS. The High and Ultra presets record 44 and 31 FPS, which are below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The Low preset averages 190 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 85 FPS, a difference of 105 FPS. The Medium preset averages 147 FPS.

Q: Is there any situation where this PC fails to reach 60 FPS?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset (54 FPS) and at 3840x2160 with Medium, High, and Ultra presets (56, 44, and 31 FPS respectively).

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

A: The Ryzen 7 9850X3D has an average benchmark score of 58386. Its closest rival, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M, is 0.1% ahead, while the Intel Core i9-14900 is 0.5% behind.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Evolve, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 holds a rank of 2003 out of 3700 total combos. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating that while it is not a top-tier configuration, it is far from the bottom. The rank reflects a balance between the high-performing CPU (92nd percentile) and the more mainstream GPU (61st percentile). The CPU is a performance class above the GPU, which is often the case for mid-range graphics cards. The 2003rd position out of 3700 suggests that many other combinations with more powerful GPUs will outperform it, but it also means that the system is more than adequate for the game's requirements. The data confirms it is a competent configuration for 1080p and 1440p, with the GPU being the limiting factor for higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The detailed frame rate data for the game is presented below, showing the average, minimum, and maximum FPS at each resolution and settings combination. The minimum and maximum figures are only provided for the Medium preset at each resolution, which gives a window into the frame time variance.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 72 FPS. The Medium preset averages 56 FPS, with a minimum of 48 FPS and a maximum of 65 FPS. The High preset averages 44 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 31 FPS. The data shows a clear progression, with a 16 FPS drop from Low to Medium, and a further 13 FPS drop from Medium to High.

For 2560x1440, the Low preset yields an average of 127 FPS. The Medium preset provides an average of 99 FPS, with a minimum of 84 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS. The High preset averages 77 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 54 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 73 FPS, showing a significant performance cost for higher settings.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 190 FPS. The Medium preset averages 147 FPS, with a minimum of 125 and a maximum of 169. The High preset averages 115 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 80 FPS. The scaling is smooth, with a 43 FPS drop from Low to Medium and a 32 FPS drop from Medium to High. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, but still provides a high average. The minimum and maximum figures for the Medium preset show a difference of 44 FPS at 1080p, 30 FPS at 1440p, and 17 FPS at 4K, which indicates that lower resolutions have a wider variance in frame times.