Evolve

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is a solid mid-range combination for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The recorded data shows this setup provides a smooth experience at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K with high visual fidelity. The analysis below breaks down the optimal settings, component roles, and performance context based strictly on our measured database results.

Best Settings per Resolution

The playable threshold is defined as 60 FPS, and the database records average frame rates for each preset. For this specific combination, the most demanding preset that remains at or above 60 FPS varies significantly by resolution.

At 3840x2160, the only playable setting is Low, which delivers an average of 73.6 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 53.7 FPS, High falls to 45.6 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 31.5 FPS. None of these higher presets meet the 60 FPS floor, making Low the only viable option for 4K play.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is High, achieving an average of 76.6 FPS. The Medium preset runs at 97.2 FPS, Low at 125.6 FPS, and Ultra at 56.8 FPS, which just misses the 60 FPS target. The data indicates that High is the sweet spot for this resolution, balancing visual quality with a comfortable frame rate cushion above the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the most demanding playable setting is Ultra, with an average of 78 FPS. High runs at 116.3 FPS, Medium at 148.7 FPS, and Low at 188 FPS. All four presets clear the 60 FPS bar, so the recommendation is to use Ultra for the best image quality. The 78 FPS average leaves enough headroom for dips in intense combat scenes.

CPU and GPU Roles

Determining which component matters more requires looking at how frame rates scale with resolution and settings. The recorded data shows a clear pattern of GPU dominance, especially at higher resolutions.

Comparing 1080p Low at 188 FPS versus 1080p Ultra at 78 FPS, the difference is 110 FPS (a 141% increase in frame rate from Ultra to Low). This large spread indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed by the higher presets, as the RTX 4060 has to render more effects, shadows, and geometry. The Core i5-11400F with its 6 cores and 12 threads appears more than capable of feeding the GPU at 1080p, as even the Low preset reaches nearly 200 FPS without apparent CPU bottleneck.

When moving from 1080p to 1440p, the frame rates drop consistently across all presets. For example, High goes from 116.3 FPS at 1080p to 76.6 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of about 34%. Low goes from 188 FPS to 125.6 FPS, a 33% drop. This proportional scaling suggests the GPU is the limiting factor, as resolution increases place more pixel-pushing demand on the RTX 4060 while the CPU workload remains relatively constant.

At 4K, the GPU constraint becomes even more pronounced. The High preset at 4K (45.6 FPS) is only about 60% of the 1440p High score (76.6 FPS). The Ultra preset at 4K (31.5 FPS) is barely half of the 1440p Ultra score (56.8 FPS). Meanwhile, the CPU's role diminishes further, as the frame rates are low enough that the processor has ample headroom. The data supports the conclusion that the RTX 4060 is the primary determinant of performance at all resolutions, with the i5-11400F acting as a capable partner that does not introduce a meaningful bottleneck until frame rates approach the 200 FPS range at 1080p Low.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database provides nearest rivals for both components, which helps identify hardware that would behave similarly in this game.

For the Intel Core i5-11400F, the nearest rivals based on average benchmark score include the AMD EPYC 7H12 (0.3% higher score), Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (0.6% higher), Intel Core i5-12450H (0.4% lower), and AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (0.6% lower). All four processors have average scores within 0.7% of the i5-11400F, meaning any of them would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Evolve. The EPYC 7H12 is a server-class chip, but its single-threaded performance aligns closely enough that gaming results would be similar. The i5-12450H is a mobile part, yet its performance parity suggests that laptops with that CPU paired with a similar GPU would produce comparable results.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (0.2% higher score), AMD Radeon 780M (0.3% lower), AMD Radeon Pro 560 (0.5% lower), and AMD Radeon Pro 460 (0.7% lower). These deltas are all under 1%, so the gaming experience in Evolve would be essentially indistinguishable. The Radeon 780M is an integrated graphics solution found in some laptops, which is notable because it suggests that even iGPU solutions can approach the RTX 4060's performance in this specific game, likely due to Evolve's age and modest requirements. The Radeon Pro 560 and Pro 460 are workstation cards, but their compute performance aligns closely with the RTX 4060 for this workload.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 4K with high settings?

A: No. The database shows the High preset at 3840x2160 produces an average of 45.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The only playable 4K setting is Low at 73.6 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming?

A: High is the best playable setting at 2560x1440, delivering 76.6 FPS on average. Ultra falls to 56.8 FPS, which misses the 60 FPS target, so High provides the best balance of quality and performance.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its closest rivals in this game?

A: The nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon HD 7790 and AMD Radeon 780M, have average scores within 0.7% of the RTX 4060. This means frame rates in Evolve would be nearly identical with any of these GPUs.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the dominant factor. Frame rates drop proportionally with resolution increases, from 188 FPS at 1080p Low to 73.6 FPS at 4K Low, while the CPU's performance remains sufficient across all tested configurations.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The database records an average of 78 FPS for the Ultra preset at 1920x1080. This is above the 60 FPS threshold and is the recommended setting for 1080p displays.

Q: Does this combo rank high among tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 2038 out of 3700 tested combos in the database. This places it in the upper-middle range, indicating decent but not top-tier performance for Evolve.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table presents all recorded average frame rates for this CPU and GPU combination, organized by resolution and settings preset. Minimum and maximum FPS values were not recorded in the database, so only averages are available.

At 3840x2160:

• Low: 73.6 FPS
• Medium: 53.7 FPS
• High: 45.6 FPS
• Ultra: 31.5 FPS

At 2560x1440:

• Low: 125.6 FPS
• Medium: 97.2 FPS
• High: 76.6 FPS
• Ultra: 56.8 FPS

At 1920x1080:

• Low: 188 FPS
• Medium: 148.7 FPS
• High: 116.3 FPS
• Ultra: 78 FPS

The data reveals a clear hierarchy: lower resolutions and lower presets yield higher frame rates. The jump from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 33-40% of the frame rate depending on the preset, while the jump from 1440p to 4K costs an additional 40-45%. This consistent scaling reinforces the GPU-bound nature of the workload.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this combination at 2038 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the 55th percentile of all configurations, meaning roughly 45% of tested systems perform better. Given the hardware's mid-range positioning, this rank is reasonable.

The RTX 4060 sits at the 61st percentile among all GPUs, while the i5-11400F sits at the 71st percentile among all CPUs. The combo rank is lower than both individual percentiles, which suggests that Evolve's performance is heavily influenced by the GPU, and the GPU's relatively modest 61st percentile drags the overall ranking down. A stronger GPU paired with this CPU would likely score higher, while a stronger CPU paired with this GPU would yield only marginal improvements.

The 3700 combos include a wide range of hardware, from entry-level integrated graphics to flagship enthusiast builds. Ranking at 2038 means this setup outperforms a majority of systems but falls short of the top half. For a 1080p or 1440p gamer targeting 60-75 FPS in Evolve, this rank is adequate. For 4K enthusiasts, the rank reflects the GPU's limitations at that resolution, where only Low settings deliver playable performance. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p Ultra or 1440p High gaming, where it delivers strong results without excessive frame rate compromises.