Evolve

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 presents a mixed profile for running Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Benchmark data recorded for this combination shows that the system is highly capable at standard and high resolutions, but struggles at the absolute maximum settings when pushing 4K. The measured results indicate a clear hierarchy of performance across the three tested resolutions, with the system delivering playable frame rates in almost every configuration.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination performs exceptionally well across all presets. The Low preset delivers an average of 222 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure for this pairing. Medium settings produce an average of 203 FPS, with a minimum of 172 FPS and a maximum of 233 FPS. High settings yield an average of 170 FPS. The Ultra preset, which is the most demanding configuration at this resolution, still maintains a strong average of 118 FPS. The data shows that even at the highest visual fidelity, the system keeps frame rates well above the playable threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust but reflects the increased rendering load. The Low preset averages 188 FPS. Medium settings record an average of 145 FPS, with a minimum of 124 FPS and a maximum of 167 FPS. High settings produce an average of 114 FPS. At Ultra, the average drops to 79 FPS, which is still comfortably above 60 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a consistent reduction in frame rates, but the system retains a significant performance buffer.

At 3840x2160, the strain of 4K rendering becomes evident. The Low preset averages 107 FPS, which is the only 4K setting that approaches the performance seen at lower resolutions. Medium settings average 83 FPS, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. High settings average 65 FPS, which is the best playable preset at this resolution. The Ultra preset falls to an average of 45 FPS, dipping below the playable threshold of 60 FPS. This represents the only configuration in the entire dataset where the system fails to meet the playability standard.

The recorded numbers for Medium settings at each resolution provide the only complete min/max data in the database. At 1080p, the frame rate range is 172 to 233 FPS. At 1440p, the range narrows to 124 to 167 FPS. At 4K, the range tightens further to 70 to 95 FPS. This progression illustrates how the frame time variance becomes more constrained as resolution increases, likely due to the GPU becoming the limiting factor.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Evolve, this pairing holds the rank of 817 out of 3700 total combinations. This places the system in the top quarter of all tested configurations, indicating that it outperforms the majority of other CPU and GPU pairings for this specific game. The rank reflects the overall capability of the Intel Core i5-10400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 working together.

The percentile positioning aligns with the measured FPS data. The system achieves playable frame rates at every resolution tested, with the single exception of 4K Ultra. This consistency across the board is what drives the relatively high rank. Many combinations in the database likely struggle at 1440p or 4K, but this pairing maintains strong averages even under load.

The rank of 817 suggests that while the system is not at the very top of the database, it sits comfortably above the median. The combination of a mid-range 10th generation Intel processor with a current-generation NVIDIA GPU creates a balanced platform that handles Evolve without significant bottlenecks. The data indicates that the GPU is the dominant contributor to the high score, as the CPU's performance metrics are modest compared to the GPU's strong benchmark results.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions. The Intel Core i5-10400F has a recorded multithread score of 12115 in Passmark and a single-thread score of 2541. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 shows a Passmark G3D score of 29137 and a GPU compute score of 15787. These figures suggest that the GPU is substantially more powerful than the CPU in raw compute terms.

At 1080p, the frame rates are exceptionally high, reaching 222 FPS on Low settings. These numbers exceed what the GPU alone would typically deliver, suggesting that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at this resolution. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 104 FPS, from 222 down to 118 FPS. This wide spread indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance changes when settings are adjusted.

At 1440p, the same pattern holds but with a compressed range. Low averages 188 FPS and Ultra averages 79 FPS, a difference of 109 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings shows a reduction of 34 FPS on Low, 43 FPS on Medium, 56 FPS on High, and 39 FPS on Ultra. These reductions are consistent with GPU-bound behavior, where increased pixel count directly impacts frame rates.

At 4K, the CPU's role diminishes further. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 62 FPS, from 107 down to 45 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below 60 FPS, which strongly indicates that the GPU is overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum settings. The CPU has enough headroom to process game logic and draw calls, but the RTX 5070 cannot maintain frame rates when tasked with 4K Ultra rendering.

The data suggests that for this game, the GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions above 1080p Low. The CPU's performance, while adequate, does not appear to constrain the system in any tested scenario. The recorded scaling between resolutions follows a pattern typical of GPU-bound workloads.

FAQ

Q: What is the best preset for 4K gaming?

A: High settings at 3840x2160 provide an average of 65 FPS, which is the highest playable preset at that resolution. Ultra settings drop to 45 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 1440p with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the system achieves an average of 79 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the system perform at 1080p?

A: All four presets at 1920x1080 deliver playable frame rates. The lowest average is 118 FPS on Ultra, while Low settings reach 222 FPS.

Q: What causes the frame rate drop at 4K Ultra?

A: The 4K Ultra preset requires the GPU to render the highest resolution with maximum settings, resulting in an average of 45 FPS. This is the only configuration that fails to meet the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Are there any settings where the system exceeds 200 FPS?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, both Low and Medium settings exceed 200 FPS, with averages of 222 FPS and 203 FPS respectively.

Q: Does the system maintain consistent frame rates?

A: The complete min/max data for Medium settings shows a 61 FPS range at 1080p, a 43 FPS range at 1440p, and a 25 FPS range at 4K. Frame consistency improves as resolution increases.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-10400F has several nearby rivals in the database based on average benchmark scores. The Intel Xeon 6756E scores 14163, which is 0.2 percent lower than the i5-10400F's average of 14185. The Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14232, placing it 0.3 percent higher. The AMD EPYC 7552 scores 14115, which is 0.5 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14277, coming in 0.6 percent higher. These processors would likely produce very similar frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU, as their compute performance is nearly identical.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 also has nearby rivals in the database. The AMD Radeon Pro 580 scores 40318, which is 0.1 percent lower than the RTX 5070's average of 40377. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 scores 40063, a 0.8 percent difference. The AMD Radeon Pro 5300 scores 40870, which is 1.2 percent higher. The NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile scores 39568, a 2 percent difference. Any of these GPUs paired with the i5-10400F would likely deliver frame rates within a small margin of the recorded results.

For users looking to replicate this system's performance, the closest CPU alternatives would be the Intel Core 7 160UL or the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C, both of which score marginally higher. On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 offers the nearest performance match. These components would produce nearly indistinguishable results in Evolve.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 118 FPS. This is the most demanding setting that remains well above the 60 FPS threshold, and it provides the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also delivers the best experience, with an average of 79 FPS. The system maintains playability even at maximum settings, making this the recommended configuration for 1440p displays.

At 3840x2160, the High preset is the most demanding option that stays playable, averaging 65 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 45 FPS, so High represents the optimal balance of visual fidelity and performance at 4K.

The data shows a clear progression: Ultra is viable at 1080p and 1440p, while High is the ceiling at 4K. Medium settings at 4K average 83 FPS and Low averages 107 FPS, but these do not offer the same visual quality as High.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination can run Evolve effectively at all three tested resolutions, with one notable caveat. At 1920x1080, the system clears the 60 FPS at every preset, from 118 FPS at Ultra to 222 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, the system also achieves playable frame rates across all four presets, with Ultra averaging 79 FPS and Low reaching 188 FPS. At 3840x2160, High settings provide a playable average of 65 FPS, and Low and Medium both exceed 60 FPS as well.

The only configuration that fails to meet the playable threshold is 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, which averages 45 FPS. This single shortfall prevents the system from being universally capable at maximum settings across all resolutions. For any other combination of resolution and settings, the system performs admirably.

The overall rank of 817 out of 3700 combinations confirms that this pairing is well above average for Evolve. The GPU's strong compute performance, evidenced by its 29137 Passmark G3D score, carries the system through demanding scenarios. The CPU, with its 12115 multithread score, provides sufficient support without becoming a bottleneck. Users targeting 1080p or 1440p gaming can enable Ultra settings with confidence, while 4K users should stick to High settings for a smooth experience.