Evolve

Can Intel Core i3-12100F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 run Evolve? The short answer is yes, but with clear limitations at higher resolutions. This pairing places 2910th out of 3700 tested combos in the database for this game, putting it in the lower third of systems. The CPU sits at the 68th percentile against all tested processors, while the GPU ranks at the 58th percentile against all tested graphics cards. This is a balanced mid-range pairing where the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor at demanding settings, though the CPU is not a bottleneck at 1080p. The recorded data shows a system that handles 1080p with headroom, delivers a playable 1440p experience on high settings, but falls short of the 60 FPS threshold at 4K on any preset.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Core i3-12100F and RTX 2060 ranks 2910th out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve, which places it in the 21st percentile overall. This is not a top-tier setup, but the ranking is skewed by the game's age and the wide variety of hardware tested. The CPU's 68th percentile ranking against all CPUs indicates solid single-thread performance, which matters for a 2015 FPS title. The GPU's 58th percentile ranking is more modest, reflecting its position as an older mid-range card. The data shows this combo is better suited to 1080p and 1440p gaming than to 4K, and the benchmark results confirm that pattern across all tested presets.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core 3 N355 at an average score of 13492, the Intel Core i5-9500 at 13452, the Intel Core 5 120UL at 13594, and the Intel Core i7-1250U at 13351. The i3-12100F's average benchmark score of 13494 is essentially identical to the Core 3 N355, within 0.3% of the i5-9500, and about 1.1% ahead of the i7-1250U. This means the processor performs like a modern budget chip with strong single-core capabilities, but it is not a multi-threaded powerhouse. For a game like Evolve, which relies heavily on single-thread performance for game logic, this CPU is more than adequate.

The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 at an average score of 15283, the AMD Radeon 680M at 15270, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM at 15199, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 at 15171. The RTX 2060's average benchmark score of 15290 is within 0.1% of the GTX 580, 0.6% ahead of the RTX 3050 OEM, and 0.8% ahead of the RX 7600. This is a notable result: the RTX 2060, despite being from an older generation, performs within a fraction of a percent of these newer or differently positioned cards. In practice, this means the GPU delivers consistent frame rates across a wide range of titles, but it does not have the raw horsepower to push 4K in demanding games like Evolve.

Best Settings per Resolution

The database records measured FPS for four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at three resolutions. The playable threshold is set at 60 FPS, meaning any preset that averages at or above that number is considered viable.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 62 FPS. This is the best possible visual experience this combo can deliver at 1080p. The data shows High runs at 89 FPS, Medium at 113 FPS, and Low at 146 FPS, so there is significant headroom above the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of exactly 60 FPS. This is a borderline result, as any variance in the scene could push it below the threshold. Medium runs at 76 FPS and Low at 98 FPS, providing more comfortable margins if frame pacing is a concern. Ultra drops to 41 FPS, which is not playable by the database's standard.

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves a 60 FPS average. The best result is Low at 56 FPS, which falls short of the playable threshold. Medium averages 43 FPS, High averages 34 FPS, and Ultra averages 23 FPS. This resolution is not recommended for this combo in Evolve.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 1080p with max settings?

A: Yes. The database shows Ultra settings at 1920x1080 average 62 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the only resolution where Ultra is playable.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 1440p?

A: High settings at 2560x1440 average exactly 60 FPS. Medium averages 76 FPS and Low averages 98 FPS, so High is the most demanding preset that remains playable.

Q: Is 4K playable with this hardware?

A: No. The best 4K result is Low settings at 56 FPS average, which misses the 60 FPS threshold. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall further behind, with averages of 43, 34, and 23 FPS respectively.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The RTX 2060's average benchmark score of 15290 is virtually identical to the GTX 580 (15283), 0.1% faster than the Radeon 680M (15270), 0.6% faster than the RTX 3050 OEM (15199), and 0.8% faster than the RX 7600 (15171). This means it performs like these cards within a margin of error.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: The data does not indicate a bottleneck at 1080p, where the combo achieves 146 FPS on Low settings. The CPU's single-thread benchmark score of 893 in 3DMark places it in the 68th percentile, which is sufficient for a 2015 FPS title. The GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What frame rate can I expect on Medium settings at 1080p?

A: The recorded data shows 113 FPS average at 1920x1080 on Medium, with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the database lists four nearby alternatives with nearly identical average benchmark scores. The Intel Core 3 N355 scores 13492, which is a 0% difference from the i3-12100F's 13494. The Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13452, a 0.3% difference. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 0.7% higher than the i3-12100F, and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13351, which is 1.1% lower. In practical terms, any of these CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Evolve, as the game is not heavily multi-threaded. The i5-9500 is a six-core part, but its older architecture means it does not outperform the i3-12100F in the aggregate benchmarks.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are similarly close. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 scores 15283, a 0% difference from the RTX 2060's 15290. The AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270, a 0.1% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199, a 0.6% difference, and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 scores 15171, a 0.8% difference. These four cards would behave almost identically in Evolve. The GTX 580 is an older card with less VRAM, but the benchmark scores suggest similar frame rates. The Radeon 680M is an integrated GPU, which is surprising to see on this list, but the data shows it performs within 0.1% of the RTX 2060 in aggregate benchmarks. The RTX 3050 OEM and RX 7600 are newer cards, but they do not offer a meaningful performance advantage in this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full set of measurements is as follows. Low settings average 146 FPS. Medium settings average 113 FPS, with a minimum of 96 FPS and a maximum of 130 FPS. High settings average 89 FPS. Ultra settings average 62 FPS. All presets at this resolution clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra being the only one that is close to the line.

At 2560x1440, the measurements show a clear step down. Low settings average 98 FPS. Medium settings average 76 FPS, with a minimum of 65 FPS and a maximum of 87 FPS. High settings average exactly 60 FPS. Ultra settings average 41 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The gap between High and Ultra is substantial, indicating that the Ultra preset demands significantly more GPU resources.

At 3840x2160, the results are consistently below the playable threshold. Low settings average 56 FPS. Medium settings average 43 FPS, with a minimum of 37 FPS and a maximum of 50 FPS. High settings average 34 FPS. Ultra settings average 23 FPS. No preset at this resolution reaches 60 FPS, and even the Low preset falls short by 4 FPS.

The minimum and maximum FPS values are only recorded for Medium settings at each resolution. At 1080p, the range is 96 to 130 FPS. At 1440p, the range is 65 to 87 FPS. At 4K, the range is 37 to 50 FPS. These ranges indicate that frame pacing is stable, with no severe drops below the average. The absence of min/max data for other presets means the database only confirms the average frame rates for those settings.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve, but the experience depends heavily on the resolution you choose. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable: every preset, including Ultra, averages above 60 FPS. The verdict data shows that 1080p Ultra is playable at 62 FPS average, which is the best visual quality this combo can deliver while maintaining the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable on High, Low, and Medium settings. The best of these is High, which averages exactly 60 FPS. This is a usable configuration, but it leaves no margin for demanding scenes. If you prefer a smoother experience, Medium at 76 FPS or Low at 98 FPS are safer choices. Ultra at 1440p is not playable, averaging 41 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot maintain 60 FPS on any preset. The closest is Low at 56 FPS, which is below the threshold. The verdict data confirms that no playable settings exist at 4K for this combo. If you own a 4K display, you would need to run the game at a lower resolution or accept sub-60 FPS performance.

The database's overall verdict is straightforward: this combo is a 1080p machine for Evolve, with 1440p support on medium-to-high settings. The 4K results are not playable by the standard used here. For a game released in 2015, this is a reasonable outcome for a mid-range CPU and GPU pairing. The CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's consistent frame delivery make this a dependable setup for 1080p gaming, with enough headroom to handle most titles from that era at high settings.