Evolve

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT ranks 1253rd out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve, placing it in the upper third of all tested systems. This combo sits at the 68th percentile for the CPU and 51st percentile for the GPU against all other hardware in the database, indicating that the processor is relatively stronger than the graphics card when compared to their respective pools. The overall combo ranking reflects a system that is clearly capable of running this title comfortably at most settings, though the 4K Ultra preset pushes it beyond what the data supports for smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1253 out of 3700 tested configurations places this system ahead of roughly two-thirds of all tested combinations for Evolve. The Intel Core i3-12100F’s average benchmark score of 13494 puts it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs, while the Radeon RX 7800 XT’s average score of 11627 places it at the 51st percentile among all GPUs. This asymmetry matters: the CPU is a stronger relative performer than the GPU, which influences how the pair behaves across different resolutions and presets.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s single-threaded performance is particularly notable, with a 3dmark single-thread score of 893 and a passmark single-thread score of 3444. The multi-threaded scores show a 3dmark max-threads result of 4023 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11860, which are solid figures for a 4-core, 8-thread processor. The GPU’s 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4157 and passmark G3D score of 24176 are respectable, though the GPU’s percentile ranking suggests it is a mid-pack performer relative to all other graphics cards in the database.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows that the CPU becomes increasingly relevant at lower resolutions, while the GPU dominates at higher resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets, with Low settings hitting 234.9 FPS and Ultra reaching 100.6 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the CPU is able to feed the GPU effectively, and the pair operates well within their combined capabilities. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop of roughly 57%, from 234.9 FPS down to 100.6 FPS, which is consistent with the GPU becoming the limiting factor as graphical load increases.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but the gap between presets narrows in relative terms. Low settings produce 158.4 FPS, while Ultra still manages 65.3 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at the same preset shows a reduction of about 33% at Low settings (234.9 to 158.4 FPS) and about 35% at Ultra (100.6 to 65.3 FPS). This relatively uniform scaling suggests that both the CPU and GPU are being stressed proportionally as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the GPU takes on the dominant role. Low settings deliver 92.7 FPS, Medium drops to 69.8 FPS, High falls to 55.6 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 35.8 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at Ultra shows a dramatic drop of about 45% (65.3 to 35.8 FPS), indicating that the GPU’s compute and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints at this resolution. The CPU’s 3dmark 4-thread score of 2859 and 8-thread score of 4026 suggest it has enough headroom to keep up with the GPU even at 4K, as the frame rates are still limited by pixel throughput rather than draw call processing.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 100.6 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available and the system clears the 60 FPS threshold with a substantial margin, leaving headroom for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains playable, averaging 65.3 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that maintains 60 FPS, though the margin is thinner than at 1080p. The High preset at this resolution averages 97.1 FPS, which offers more comfortable performance for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, averaging 69.8 FPS. The High preset at 4K drops to 55.6 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold. Users targeting 4K should stick with Medium settings to maintain smooth gameplay, as the data shows a clear step down in performance from Medium to High at this resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU’s nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score include the Intel Core 3 N355 with a score of 13492 and a deltaPct of 0, meaning it performs essentially identically. The Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13452 with a deltaPct of 0.3, indicating it is about 0.3% slower. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594 with a deltaPct of -0.7, making it roughly 0.7% faster, and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13351 with a deltaPct of 1.1, putting it about 1.1% slower. These alternatives would behave very similarly in Evolve, with differences so small they would be imperceptible in real-world frame rates.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 with an average score of 11680 and a deltaPct of -0.5, meaning it is about 0.5% slower. The AMD Radeon Pro 5500M scores 11528 with a deltaPct of 0.9, making it roughly 0.9% slower. The NVIDIA Tesla K20c scores 11479 with a deltaPct of 1.3, about 1.3% slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT scores 11842 with a deltaPct of -1.8, making it approximately 1.8% faster. These GPUs would produce comparable frame rates in Evolve, with the differences being negligible in practice.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 234.9 FPS, Medium produces 184.4 FPS, High produces 146 FPS, and Ultra produces 100.6 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a reduction of 134.3 FPS, or approximately 57% of the Low setting’s performance. All presets at this resolution clear the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin.

At 2560x1440, the measured averages are: Low at 158.4 FPS, Medium at 119.9 FPS, High at 97.1 FPS, and Ultra at 65.3 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 93.1 FPS, or about 59% of the Low setting’s performance. Every preset at 1440p remains above 60 FPS, with Ultra being the only preset that comes close to the threshold.

At 3840x2160, the measured averages are: Low at 92.7 FPS, Medium at 69.8 FPS, High at 55.6 FPS, and Ultra at 35.8 FPS. The scaling here is steeper, with Ultra producing less than 39% of the Low setting’s frame rate. Only Low and Medium presets stay at or above 60 FPS at 4K, while High and Ultra fall below the playable threshold.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 100.6 FPS. At 2560x1440, all four presets are also playable, with Ultra averaging 65.3 FPS. At 3840x2160, only Low and Medium are playable, with Medium averaging 69.8 FPS as the best acceptable preset. The data shows that this PC can run Evolve at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and at 4K with Medium settings. The High preset at 4K falls short of 60 FPS, and Ultra at 4K is not viable for smooth gameplay.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the measured average frame rate at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 100.6 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best playable preset at 3840x2160?

A: The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at 4K is Medium, with an average of 69.8 FPS. High settings at this resolution average 55.6 FPS, which falls below the threshold.

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

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has an average benchmark score of 13494. Its closest rival, the Intel Core 3 N355, scores 13492 with a deltaPct of 0, meaning they perform virtually identically.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor at 2560x1440 Ultra?

A: The GPU is the primary constraint at 1440p Ultra, as the frame rate of 65.3 FPS is close to the 60 FPS threshold. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance allows it to keep up, but the GPU’s rendering load at this resolution limits the frame rate.

Q: What GPU alternative would perform similarly to the Radeon RX 7800 XT?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 has an average score of 11680 with a deltaPct of -0.5, making it about 0.5% slower. The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT is about 1.8% faster with a score of 11842.

Q: How many tested combos does this system rank ahead of?

A: The combo ranks 1253rd out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it ahead of approximately 2447 other tested systems for Evolve.