Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile combination delivers a highly capable Evolve experience, though 4K Ultra remains out of reach. At 1080p, the pairing clears 60 FPS at every preset, with even Ultra settings producing an 80 FPS average. The data shows a clear performance ceiling at 4K, where only Low settings remain playable, while 1440p offers a strong middle ground with High settings averaging 77 FPS. This analysis breaks down exactly where this combo excels and where it struggles, based entirely on measured benchmark results.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: Yes, but only at 1920x1080 resolution. The measured Ultra preset average is 80 FPS at 1080p. At 2560x1440, Ultra drops to 54 FPS on average, and at 3840x2160, Ultra averages just 31 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware in Evolve?

A: According to the verdict data, 2560x1440 with High settings provides the best balance, delivering a 77 FPS average. This is the highest resolution where the most demanding playable settings clear the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K?

A: At High settings, the 1920x1080 average of 115 FPS falls to 77 FPS at 2560x1440, then further to 44 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a roughly 62% drop from 1080p to 4K at the same High preset.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Mobile or the Ryzen 9 8945HX more important for Evolve's performance?

A: The scaling between resolutions suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Low settings, the combo produces 190 FPS, but this falls to 72 FPS at 4K Low, a drop that aligns with pixel-count increases and indicates GPU-bound behavior.

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

A: The measured data shows a 99 FPS average at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, with minimums of 84 FPS and maximums of 113 FPS. This stays comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the combo rank high among all tested systems for Evolve?

A: The combo ranks 2003 out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it in the middle of the overall field. This rank reflects its strong 1080p performance but also its limitations at 4K Ultra.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile is the dominant component for Evolve across all tested resolutions. The evidence lies in the consistent performance scaling from 1080p to 4K. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 190 at 1920x1080 to 127 at 2560x1440, then to 72 at 3840x2160. This roughly proportional decline to pixel count is characteristic of a GPU-bound workload.

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, with its 16 cores and 32 threads, provides ample headroom for the game's CPU demands. The fact that even at 1080p Low settings the system produces 190 FPS suggests the processor is not limiting frame rates in most scenarios. However, the CPU's role becomes more apparent when examining the difference between presets at the same resolution. At 3840x2160, moving from Low to Medium settings only reduces FPS from 72 to 56, while moving from Medium to High drops it further to 44. These preset-driven changes are more about GPU workload than CPU processing.

At lower resolutions, the GPU's dominance becomes even clearer. The 1920x1080 results show a spread from 190 FPS at Low to 80 FPS at Ultra. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see smaller differences between presets at the same resolution. Instead, the data shows that Evolve's settings directly tax the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth, making the RTX 4070 Mobile the deciding factor for playability.

The RTX 4070 Mobile's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth appear sufficient for all tested presets, but the 4K Ultra result of 31 FPS indicates the GPU's raw compute power, rated at 15.62 TFLOPS FP32, is the bottleneck at that extreme configuration. For users targeting 60 FPS, the component roles are clear: the GPU dictates the ceiling, while the CPU ensures the floor remains high enough to avoid stutters, particularly at 1080p where frame rates exceed 115 FPS on High settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4070 Mobile and Ryzen 9 8945HX deliver a narrow range of playable options. The Low preset achieves a 72 FPS average, which is the only 4K configuration to clear the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings produce a 56 FPS average with observed minimums of 48 FPS and maximums of 65 FPS, indicating dips below playability. High settings fall to 44 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 31 FPS. This resolution is clearly GPU-limited, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing a 57% performance reduction.

Moving to 2560x1440, the picture improves substantially. Low settings hit a 127 FPS average, Medium maintains a 99 FPS average with 84 FPS minimums and 113 FPS maximums, and High holds a solid 77 FPS average. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, which fails the 60 FPS playable threshold. The data shows that 1440p High is the sweet spot, offering a 77 FPS average that provides consistent gameplay without needing to compromise on visual quality.

At 1920x1080, this combo becomes thoroughly capable. Low settings produce a 190 FPS average, Medium delivers 147 FPS with minimums of 125 FPS and maximums of 169 FPS, High maintains 115 FPS, and Ultra still averages 80 FPS. Every preset at 1080p exceeds the 60 FPS threshold, making this resolution the most flexible for users who prioritize frame rates over fidelity. The 1080p Ultra result of 80 FPS is particularly notable, as it shows the hardware can handle maximum settings while retaining a comfortable margin above playability.

The progression across resolutions reveals consistent scaling. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 115 at 1080p to 77 at 1440p to 44 at 4K. At Low settings, the drop is from 190 to 127 to 72. This data confirms that Evolve's performance is almost entirely dependent on the GPU's ability to fill pixels, making the RTX 4070 Mobile's 128-bit memory interface and 48 ROPs the key specifications for this game.

How This Combo Ranks

Among the 3700 tested combos in the database, this AMD and NVIDIA pairing ranks 2003 for Evolve. This middle-of-the-pack placement makes sense given the measured results: the combo excels at 1080p and handles 1440p well, but falls short at 4K Ultra. The rank reflects a system that is neither a top-tier enthusiast build nor a low-end entry, but rather a capable mobile solution that can adapt to the game's demands with appropriate settings adjustments.

The GPU's benchmark percentile of 73 among all GPUs aligns with its mid-pack ranking for Evolve. The RTX 4070 Mobile's average benchmark score of 27435 places it near the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, which has a deltaPct of 0, and slightly above the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which sits at -0.5. This indicates the mobile GPU performs at a level comparable to desktop mid-range and previous-generation high-end cards, which is consistent with the observed Evolve frame rates.

The CPU's percentile of 95 among all CPUs is significantly higher than the GPU's 73, reinforcing that the processor is not the primary constraint. The Ryzen 9 8945HX's average benchmark score of 76212 nearly matches the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX at 76155 with a deltaPct of 0.1, showing this AMD chip is competitive with the latest Intel flagship. This combination of a top-tier CPU and mid-to-high-tier GPU produces a balanced system for Evolve, where the GPU's 73rd percentile is the limiting factor for high-resolution gameplay.

The rank of 2003 out of 3700 means that roughly 46% of tested combos perform worse than this one in Evolve. This is a respectable position, especially considering the mobile form factor. Users should interpret this rank as indicative of a system that handles the game well at mainstream resolutions but requires preset compromises at 4K.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve, but the playability depends entirely on resolution and settings. The verdict data shows that at 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, with a 72 FPS average. At 2560x1440, three presets clear the 60 FPS threshold: High at 77 FPS, Medium at 99 FPS, and Low at 127 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls short at 54 FPS. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, including Ultra at 80 FPS.

For users with 4K displays, the verdict is cautious: stick to Low settings for a playable experience, or drop to a lower resolution for better visual fidelity. The 1440p High preset offers the most balanced experience, providing a 77 FPS average that maintains smooth gameplay while keeping visual quality high. At 1080p, the system has enough headroom to run the game at maximum settings without concerns about frame rate drops.

The core takeaway is that this combo is a strong performer for Evolve at 1080p and 1440p, but it is not a 4K-capable system for this title beyond the lowest settings. The playable threshold of 60 FPS is comfortably met at 1080p across all presets and at 1440p for three out of four presets. The data does not support 4K gameplay at Medium or higher settings, as the 56 FPS average at Medium fails the 60 FPS requirement.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the best settings that maintain 60 FPS or above are Low, with a measured average of 72 FPS. This is the only 4K preset that meets the playable threshold, and it provides a 72 FPS average that gives a small buffer above the 60 FPS minimum. Medium settings at 4K fall to 56 FPS, making them unsuitable for consistent playability.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, which produce a 77 FPS average. This preset offers a significant visual upgrade over Medium while still maintaining a 17 FPS margin above the playable threshold. The High preset at 1440p is the recommended configuration for users who want a balance of fidelity and performance, as it delivers 77 FPS without the need for aggressive compromises.

At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, with an 80 FPS average. This is the most demanding preset available, and the system handles it with a 20 FPS margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The 1080p Ultra configuration is the clear choice for users who prioritize maximum visual quality, as it combines the highest settings with a playable frame rate. The data shows that this combo can run Evolve at its absolute maximum at 1080p without sacrificing smoothness, making it the definitive best-setting choice for this resolution.