Evolve

Best Settings per Resolution

For this configuration, the recorded data shows that playability, defined as an average frame rate at or above 60 FPS, is only achieved at 1920x1080. At that resolution, the most demanding preset that remains above the 60 FPS threshold is Medium quality, which delivers an average of 62 FPS. Low settings at 1920x1080 produce a higher average of 80 FPS, but Medium is the maximum preset that still clears the threshold, making it the recommended setting for smooth gameplay at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The closest result is Low settings with an average of 54 FPS, which falls short of the playability threshold. The database lists no playable settings for this resolution, meaning even the lowest quality preset cannot sustain the required frame rate. Similarly, at 3840x2160, all presets fail to reach 60 FPS, with Low settings averaging only 31 FPS. The verdict data confirms that the only resolution with playable settings is 1920x1080, and within that resolution, Medium is the highest preset that meets the threshold.

It is important to note that the recorded frame rates for several presets do not include minimum or maximum values. For the presets that do report these figures, such as 1920x1080 Medium with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS, the average of 62 FPS sits comfortably above the threshold, though the minimum indicates occasional dips below 60 FPS. This suggests that while the average is playable, there may be brief stutters under load.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and the Intel Arc B370 ranks 3414th out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places the setup in the lower percentile range of all configurations in the database, indicating that it is not a high-performance pairing for this title. The rank reflects the overall capability of the system across all tested resolutions and settings, and the data shows that only one resolution and two presets achieve playable frame rates.

Given that the combo rank is near the bottom of the list, the system is best suited for low-to-mid-range gaming at 1080p. The GPU, which has a percentile ranking of 5 among all tested graphics cards, is a significant limiting factor. The CPU, by contrast, ranks in the 71st percentile among all processors, showing that it is a relatively capable component. The imbalance between the two parts is clear: the processor is not the bottleneck, but the graphics solution constrains the system to modest settings and resolutions.

Compared to other tested combos, this configuration sits at the 92nd percentile from the bottom, meaning only about 8 percent of tested combos rank lower. This is a weak result for a game released in 2015, as the data suggests that even older or less powerful hardware can outperform this setup. The measured frame rates at higher resolutions reinforce this ranking, with 4K Ultra averaging only 13 FPS, a value that is far from competitive.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded measurements provide a detailed view of how the system performs across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest resolution tested, the frame rates are the highest. Low settings produce an average of 80 FPS with no minimum or maximum recorded. Medium settings average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 49 FPS, and Ultra settings fall further to 34 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 18 FPS, while the drop from Medium to High is 13 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 15 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance decreases substantially. Low settings average 54 FPS, which is 26 FPS lower than the same preset at 1080p. Medium settings average 42 FPS, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS. High settings average 33 FPS, and Ultra settings average 23 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is significant; for example, Low settings lose about a third of their frame rate, and Ultra settings lose 11 FPS. None of these presets reach the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance is critically low. Low settings average 31 FPS, which is 23 FPS below the 1440p Low result. Medium settings average 24 FPS, with a minimum of 20 FPS and a maximum of 27 FPS. High settings average 19 FPS, and Ultra settings average 13 FPS. The 4K results are uniformly below playability, with the highest average being 31 FPS at Low settings. The data shows a consistent pattern: each resolution increase roughly halves the frame rate, and each preset increase reduces performance by a fixed amount that varies by resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have nearest rivals in the database that provide context for their performance. The Intel Core i5-11400F has an average benchmark score of 17177, and its nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 7H12 with a score of 17120, which is 0.3 percent slower. The Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17239, which is 0.4 percent faster than the 11400F. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 17278, 0.6 percent faster, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U scores 17074, 0.6 percent slower. These differences are small, meaning that any of these processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Evolve.

For the GPU, the Intel Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184. Its nearest rival is the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 with a score of 1186, which is 0.2 percent faster. The ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, 0.5 percent faster, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, 0.7 percent faster. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4 percent slower. These rival GPUs are all from older generations, and the differences in scores are within a few percentage points, so the Arc B370 behaves similarly to these older cards in terms of raw graphics performance. In practice, this means that a system with any of these rival GPUs paired with a similar CPU would likely produce frame rates close to the measured values in Evolve, given the same resolution and settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates that the GPU is the dominant constraint in this system for Evolve. The CPU ranks in the 71st percentile among all processors, with a multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 14340 and a single-thread score of 2024. These are respectable figures that suggest the processor is not a primary bottleneck. In contrast, the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile, with a single benchmark score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad. This extremely low ranking points to the graphics card as the limiting factor.

The resolution scaling reinforces this conclusion. When moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the frame rate drops by roughly 30 to 35 percent across all presets. For example, Low settings drop from 80 FPS to 54 FPS, a 33 percent reduction. Moving from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 causes a further drop of about 40 percent, with Low settings going from 54 FPS to 31 FPS. These large drops with increasing resolution are typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering workload grows faster than the CPU's involvement.

The preset scaling also shows GPU dominance. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 46 FPS (80 FPS versus 34 FPS), while at 1440p it is 31 FPS (54 FPS versus 23 FPS), and at 4K it is 18 FPS (31 FPS versus 13 FPS). The shrinking absolute gap at higher resolutions is consistent with a GPU that is already saturated; at 4K, even Low settings cannot maintain playable frame rates, so the preset has less room to affect performance. The CPU's role is secondary, as evidenced by the fact that the processor's benchmark scores are high enough to handle the game's logic at any resolution, but the GPU cannot keep up with the pixel throughput required by higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the playable threshold for Evolve in this database?

A: The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS average. Only settings that meet or exceed this value are considered playable.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 2560x1440?

A: No. The recorded data shows no playable settings at 2560x1440. The highest average frame rate at this resolution is 54 FPS on Low settings, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best setting at 1920x1080 for this combo?

A: The best setting that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which achieves an average of 62 FPS. Low settings also reach 80 FPS, but Medium is the highest preset that clears the threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 in the database, while its closest rival, the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, scores 1186, which is 0.2 percent faster. Differences among all nearest rivals are within 1.4 percent, indicating similar performance.

Q: What is the frame rate at 3840x2160 on High settings?

A: At 3840x2160 on High settings, the average frame rate is 19 FPS. No minimum or maximum values are recorded for this preset.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for Evolve at 1080p?

A: The GPU is more important, as indicated by the large frame rate drops when increasing resolution or preset quality. The CPU ranks in the 71st percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile, showing that the graphics card is the primary bottleneck.

The Verdict

This system can run Evolve, but only under specific conditions. At 1920x1080, the configuration achieves playable frame rates on Low and Medium settings, with Medium being the highest preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold at an average of 62 FPS. Low settings reach 80 FPS, providing a comfortable margin for smoother gameplay, though the minimum frame rate for Medium is 53 FPS, indicating occasional dips below the threshold.

At 2560x1440, the system cannot maintain 60 FPS on any preset. The best result is 54 FPS on Low settings, which is below the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, performance is severely limited, with the highest average being 31 FPS on Low settings. The verdict data confirms that the only playable resolution is 1920x1080, and the recommended settings are Low or Medium, with Medium being the maximum playable preset.

In summary, this combo is adequate for 1080p gaming in Evolve at mid-range quality, but it is not suitable for higher resolutions. The GPU's low percentile ranking is the primary reason for this limitation, as the CPU is capable enough to support higher frame rates if paired with a more powerful graphics card. For users who prioritize higher resolutions or ultra quality settings, this configuration will fall short of the 60 FPS threshold.