Evolve

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER delivers a clear performance picture in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The recorded data shows that this combination handles the game well at standard 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 resolutions, but it struggles at 3840x2160. The benchmark results are measured across four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) at three resolutions, providing a complete view of how the CPU and GPU share the workload. This analysis breaks down the exact frame rates, compares the hardware to its nearest rivals, and explains which component drives performance at each setting.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo in Evolve is organized by resolution and settings, with average frame rates recorded for each configuration. The database does not include minimum or maximum frame rate values for any of the tested scenarios, so all figures below refer to average FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system performs strongly across all presets. With Low settings, the average FPS reaches 163, which is the highest recorded value for this combination at any resolution or preset. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 123.6 FPS, still a very smooth experience. High settings deliver 99.1 FPS on average, and the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an average of 69 FPS. Every preset at 1080p clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, with Ultra being the only one that falls below 100 FPS but remains comfortably above the playability line.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected, but most presets still provide playable frame rates. Low settings yield an average of 106 FPS, which is a substantial drop from the 163 FPS seen at 1080p but still far above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium settings average 85.8 FPS, and High settings average 65.9 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, falls to an average of 42.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. This means that at 1440p, the system can run Low, Medium, and High settings at playable frame rates, but Ultra is not viable.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. Low settings produce an average of 59.4 FPS, which is just barely below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings drop to an average of 46.9 FPS, High settings to 38.8 FPS, and Ultra to 28.7 FPS. None of the presets at 4K reach the 60 FPS threshold, and even the lowest settings miss the mark by a small margin. The data indicates that this combination is not suitable for 4K gaming in Evolve, regardless of the preset chosen.

The scaling between resolutions follows a predictable pattern. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drops by roughly 30 to 40 percent depending on the preset. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is even more severe, with Low settings falling from 106 FPS to 59.4 FPS, and High settings falling from 65.9 FPS to 38.8 FPS. This suggests that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the pixel count increases demand on the rendering pipeline.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-10400F, based on average benchmark scores, are a set of processors with very similar overall performance. The Intel Xeon 6756E has an average score of 14163, which is 0.2 percent lower than the i5-10400F's score of 14185. The Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14232, which is 0.3 percent higher. The AMD EPYC 7552 scores 14115, which is 0.5 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14277, which is 0.6 percent higher. These delta values are all within a single percentage point, meaning that any of these CPUs would deliver effectively identical frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU. The i5-10400F sits in the 68th percentile of all CPUs tested, indicating that it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the processors in the database.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, the nearest rivals are similarly close in performance. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile has an average score of 18159, which is 0.4 percent lower than the RTX 2060 SUPER's 18093. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189, 0.5 percent lower. The AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 18373, 1.5 percent lower. The Intel Arc A770M scores 18383, 1.6 percent lower. These deltas are slightly larger than those for the CPU, but still within a narrow band. The RTX 2060 SUPER sits in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs, meaning it is above average but not at the top tier.

In practical terms, a system with any of these rival CPUs and the RTX 2060 SUPER would produce nearly the same FPS in Evolve. Similarly, swapping the RTX 2060 SUPER for one of its nearest rival GPUs while keeping the i5-10400F would change frame rates by a few percent at most. The data shows that this combo occupies a specific performance tier, and nearby hardware would behave very similarly across all resolutions and presets.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i5-10400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER in Evolve becomes clear when examining the scaling between resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU, and the frame rates are high across all presets. The jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p reduces the average FPS from 163 to 69, a drop of 57.7 percent. This large reduction indicates that the GPU is doing more work at higher presets, but the CPU keeps up without becoming a bottleneck.

At 2560x1440, the GPU's workload increases due to the higher pixel count. The frame rates drop across all presets compared to 1080p, but the relative ordering remains the same. Low settings average 106 FPS, Medium 85.8, High 65.9, and Ultra 42.5. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 63.5 FPS, which is slightly smaller in absolute terms than at 1080p but similar in percentage terms. The CPU is still able to provide enough data to the GPU, but the GPU is now the primary constraint as resolution increases.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The frame rates are much lower across all presets, with Low settings barely missing the 60 FPS threshold at 59.4 FPS and Ultra falling to 28.7 FPS. The CPU's role diminishes because the GPU is rendering four times the pixels of 1080p, and the processing demand shifts almost entirely to the graphics card. The fact that even Low settings at 4K cannot reach 60 FPS confirms that the RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting component at this resolution.

Comparing the scaling from 1080p to 1440p and from 1440p to 4K shows that the GPU is increasingly stressed as resolution grows. The CPU, with its 12 threads and boost clock of 4.30 GHz, has enough headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck in Evolve, which is a game from 2015 and not particularly demanding on processor resources. The data indicates that for this title, the GPU matters more at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides sufficient performance at lower resolutions.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Evolve is answered directly by the verdictByResolution data. At 1920x1080, the answer is yes, with all four presets clearing the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best setting at this resolution is Ultra, which achieves an average of 69 FPS. This means players can enable the highest visual quality and still maintain a smooth frame rate.

At 2560x1440, the system can also run the game, but with limitations. The playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, all of which average above 60 FPS. The best setting at 1440p is High, with an average of 65.9 FPS. Ultra at 1440p falls to 42.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, so it should be avoided.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot run the game at playable frame rates. There are no playable settings at 4K, as even Low settings average 59.4 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings field is null for 4K, confirming that no preset reaches the playable threshold.

Overall, this combo is fully capable of running Evolve at 1080p with maximum settings, and at 1440p with High settings. For 4K, the hardware is insufficient, and players would need to lower the resolution or upgrade the GPU to achieve playable frame rates.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings is 69, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings?

A: No. The average FPS at 2560x1440 with Ultra settings is 42.5, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 1440p is High, averaging 65.9 FPS.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 163, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Does the RTX 2060 SUPER outperform the AMD Radeon RX 460?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093, while the AMD Radeon RX 460 has a score of 18373. The RX 460 is 1.5 percent higher, so the RTX 2060 SUPER is slightly behind in this comparison.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-10400F faster than the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C?

A: The i5-10400F has an average score of 14185, and the Ryzen 3 7320C has an average score of 14277. The Ryzen 3 7320C is 0.6 percent higher, so the i5-10400F is marginally slower.

Q: At 3840x2160, which preset comes closest to the 60 FPS threshold?

A: Low settings at 3840x2160 average 59.4 FPS, which is the closest any preset gets to the 60 FPS threshold at 4K, but it still falls short.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2520 out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the 68th percentile of all combinations in the database, meaning it outperforms roughly 68 percent of the systems tested for this game. The rank reflects the overall balance of CPU and GPU performance, with the CPU sitting in the 68th percentile of all CPUs and the GPU in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs.

A rank of 2520 out of 3700 indicates that this combo is solidly mid-pack but not among the top performers. Many systems with newer or higher-tier components will produce higher frame rates, particularly at 4K where the GPU is the limiting factor. However, for 1080p and 1440p gaming, this rank is more than sufficient, as the measured FPS data shows playable performance at the most common resolutions. The rank also suggests that there is headroom for improvement, either by upgrading the GPU to push higher resolutions or by overclocking the CPU, though the latter is limited as the multiplier is locked.

Best Settings per Resolution

The best settings per resolution are defined as the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS average. At 1920x1080, the best settings are Ultra, with an average FPS of 69. This is the highest quality preset that maintains playable frame rates, and it exceeds the 60 FPS threshold by 9 FPS, providing a comfortable margin.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are High, with an average FPS of 65.9. This is a significant step down from Ultra, which only averages 42.5 FPS at 1440p. High settings still clear the 60 FPS threshold, but the margin is narrower than at 1080p, so players should be aware that frame rates may dip in demanding scenes.

At 3840x2160, there are no best settings, as no preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The closest is Low with 59.4 FPS, but this is still below the playable line. For 4K, the data shows that this combo cannot run Evolve at playable frame rates, and players should use a lower resolution or consider a different GPU.

In summary, the best settings are Ultra at 1080p, High at 1440p, and no playable setting at 4K. These recommendations come directly from the measured data, ensuring that players can achieve smooth performance without sacrificing more visual quality than necessary.