Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a strong performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Measured data indicates that this combination handles the game with substantial headroom across most settings and resolutions, though 4K Ultra settings push the hardware to its limits. The benchmark results show a clear scaling pattern where the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the 12-core CPU provides ample processing power throughout.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), the most demanding preset that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS is High, which produces an average of 66.5 FPS. The data shows that Ultra settings at this resolution drop to 45.5 FPS, falling below the playable threshold of 60 FPS. Medium settings at 4K yield 83.7 FPS, and Low settings reach 112.4 FPS, but High represents the optimal balance of visual fidelity and smooth gameplay.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the hardware clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset. The most demanding option, Ultra, delivers an average of 81.7 FPS, which is comfortably above the playable mark. High settings at this resolution reach 120.8 FPS, Medium hits 153.3 FPS, and Low achieves 198.9 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result indicates that users can enable maximum visual quality without sacrificing fluidity.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), all presets produce exceptionally high frame rates. The most demanding setting, Ultra, averages 125.9 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling at this resolution shows the CPU and GPU combination is not heavily stressed: High settings reach 174.4 FPS, Medium produces 229 FPS, and Low achieves 291.9 FPS. For 1080p gaming, Ultra is the recommended choice given the substantial performance margin.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear division of labor between the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. At 1080p, the average frame rates are extremely high across all presets, with Low settings hitting 291.9 FPS and Ultra at 125.9 FPS. This pattern suggests that the CPU, with its 12 cores and 24 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, is more than capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions where pixel throughput is less demanding.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain high but show a noticeable reduction compared to 1080p. The Ultra preset drops from 125.9 FPS at 1080p to 81.7 FPS at 1440p, representing a 35% reduction. This indicates that the GPU is becoming a more significant factor as the pixel count increases, though the CPU still maintains enough headroom to avoid becoming the bottleneck.

At 4K, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The Ultra preset falls to 45.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold, while High settings manage 66.5 FPS. The difference between 1440p Ultra (81.7 FPS) and 4K Ultra (45.5 FPS) is a 44% drop, highlighting how the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 192-bit bus are taxed by the higher resolution. The CPU's contribution is less critical at 4K, as the frame rates are primarily limited by the GPU's rendering throughput rather than instruction processing.

The preset scaling within each resolution further clarifies this relationship. At 1080p, moving from Low to Ultra reduces frame rates by 57%, while at 4K the same preset change reduces frame rates by 60%. This consistent ratio suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions, but the CPU's performance becomes more relevant at lower resolutions where the GPU can operate at higher utilization.

Measured FPS Breakdown

3840x2160 (4K): The measured average frame rates show a clear progression across presets. Low settings produce 112.4 FPS, Medium reaches 83.7 FPS, High averages 66.5 FPS, and Ultra drops to 45.5 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra is 21 FPS, indicating that Ultra settings introduce rendering effects that significantly increase GPU load. Notably, all presets except Ultra remain above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making High the highest quality option for 4K gameplay.

2560x1440 (1440p): Performance at this resolution is strong across the board. Low settings deliver 198.9 FPS, Medium hits 153.3 FPS, High averages 120.8 FPS, and Ultra produces 81.7 FPS. The step from High to Ultra represents a 39 FPS reduction, which is a substantial cost for the additional visual features. However, even the lowest result at Ultra remains well above the 60 FPS threshold, providing flexibility for users who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity.

1920x1080 (1080p): This resolution shows the highest frame rates in the dataset. Low settings achieve 291.9 FPS, Medium reaches 229 FPS, High averages 174.4 FPS, and Ultra produces 125.9 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 166 FPS difference, which is the largest absolute drop among all resolutions. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU and GPU combination has enough headroom to push frame rates to very high levels, with the GPU still being the primary constraint when transitioning to higher presets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has a benchmark average score of 41376, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in terms of average score include the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H with a score of 41263 (0.3% slower), the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H at 41215 (0.4% slower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 at 41208 (0.4% slower). On the faster side, the Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 41576, which is 0.5% higher than the Ryzen 9 5900X. These deltas are minimal, meaning users with any of these CPUs would experience virtually identical performance in Evolve at the tested settings.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, ranking in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its closest competitors include the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB with a score of 43262 (0.1% faster), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile at 43268 (0.1% faster), and the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 at 43301 (0.2% faster). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667, which is 1% higher than the RTX 4070 SUPER. These differences are small enough that the measured FPS results for Evolve would be nearly identical with any of these GPUs, assuming other system components remain the same.

FAQ

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

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 45.5 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest playable preset at 4K is High, which averages 66.5 FPS.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, Ultra settings produce an average of 81.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the recommended preset for 1440p, as it provides the highest visual quality while maintaining smooth gameplay.

Q: How much performance difference is there between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. Low settings average 291.9 FPS, while Ultra settings average 125.9 FPS, representing a 166 FPS reduction. Both results are well above the 60 FPS threshold, so users can choose based on visual preference.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 4K?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The RTX 4070 SUPER's rendering throughput determines whether frame rates stay above 60 FPS, as evidenced by the drop from 66.5 FPS at High to 45.5 FPS at Ultra. The CPU provides sufficient processing power at this resolution.

Q: How does this system compare to other tested combinations?

A: This combo ranks 607th out of 3700 tested combinations in Evolve, placing it in the top 16.4% of all tested systems, indicating strong overall performance for this game.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the measured average FPS is 153.3, which is significantly above the 60 FPS playable threshold and provides ample headroom for demanding scenes.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve effectively at all tested resolutions, with some caveats at 4K. At 1920x1080, all presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra achieving 125.9 FPS and Low reaching 291.9 FPS. The system is fully playable at any setting, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive: Ultra settings average 81.7 FPS, and all other presets exceed 120 FPS. This resolution offers the best balance of visual quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the system is playable but with limitations. High settings average 66.5 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold, and Medium and Low produce 83.7 FPS and 112.4 FPS respectively. However, Ultra settings fall to 45.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. Users seeking 4K gameplay should use High settings or lower to maintain smooth frame rates. Overall, the combination of the Ryzen 9 5900X and RTX 4070 SUPER provides a robust experience for Evolve, with the only significant compromise being 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 607th out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve. This places the system in the top 16.4% of all tested hardware configurations, demonstrating that it delivers above-average performance for this game. The ranking reflects the strong benchmark scores of both components: the CPU sits in the 87th percentile of all processors, and the GPU ranks in the 83rd percentile of all graphics cards. Given that Evolve is a 2015 title with moderate hardware requirements, this high-end combination provides substantial performance headroom, as evidenced by the measured frame rates across all resolutions and presets. The rank indicates that while there are faster configurations available, this system is well-positioned to handle Evolve at high settings and resolutions without difficulty.