Evolve

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a broad range of frame rates in Evolve, scaling from a high of 300.5 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings down to 52.5 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This configuration demonstrates a clear performance hierarchy across the three tested resolutions and four quality presets. The data set provides average FPS values only, with no separate minimum or maximum frame time figures recorded for any resolution or preset combination. As a result, the following analysis relies strictly on average FPS to define playability, using the established 60 FPS threshold as the benchmark for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 4080 SUPER produces exceptionally high frame rates across all presets. The Low preset yields an average of 300.5 FPS, which is the single highest score in the entire measurement set. Moving up the quality ladder, the Medium preset delivers 260.5 FPS, while High drops to 201.2 FPS. The Ultra preset at this resolution still maintains a strong 142.3 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a predictable decline in performance, with the gap between Low and Ultra representing roughly a 52% reduction in average FPS. Even at the most demanding setting, the frame rate remains far above the 60 FPS playability threshold, indicating that the GPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance remains robust but shows a more pronounced impact from the higher pixel count. The Low preset averages 222.5 FPS, which is 78 FPS lower than the same preset at 1080p. Medium follows with 172.8 FPS, and High drops to 135 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 96 FPS, which still comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The relative scaling between presets at this resolution mirrors the 1080p pattern, though the absolute frame rates are lower across the board. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is approximately 126.5 FPS, showing that the quality settings have a substantial influence on performance even at this higher resolution.

At 3840x2160, the demands of 4K resolution begin to strain the combination, though it remains largely capable. The Low preset averages 125.1 FPS, which is still excellent for 4K gaming. Medium produces 99.8 FPS, and High delivers 75.3 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops below the playable threshold to 52.5 FPS, marking the only instance in the data where the system fails to maintain 60 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K shows a reduction of 72.6 FPS, which is a larger absolute drop than at lower resolutions. This indicates that the GPU is increasingly stressed as resolution rises, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the sole configuration that cannot sustain a playable frame rate.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves an average of 142.3 FPS. This allows users to enable maximum visual quality without any concern for performance, as the frame rate is more than double the playability threshold. The data shows that all four presets at this resolution clear 60 FPS, so the choice of settings is purely a matter of visual preference rather than a performance constraint.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset again qualifies as the best playable option, delivering an average of 96 FPS. This represents a 46.3 FPS decrease compared to the same preset at 1080p, but the margin above 60 FPS remains substantial. Users can run the game at maximum settings at 1440p and still enjoy a smooth experience, as the frame rate is 36 FPS above the threshold. The data confirms that every preset at this resolution exceeds the 60 FPS minimum, making Ultra the recommended choice for those prioritizing image quality.

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 75.3 FPS. This is a crucial finding because the Ultra preset at this resolution falls to 52.5 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The High preset provides a 15.3 FPS margin above 60 FPS, offering a balance between visual fidelity and performance. Medium and Low also exceed 60 FPS at this resolution, but High represents the best quality option that maintains playability. Users targeting 4K must avoid the Ultra preset, as it is the only configuration in the entire dataset that fails to meet the 60 FPS requirement.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest frame rate achievable with this CPU and GPU combination in Evolve?

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 300.5, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This is the maximum value across all resolutions and settings in the measured data.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the average FPS drops to 52.5, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset at this resolution delivers 75.3 FPS and is the most demanding setting that remains playable.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER perform at 1440p compared to 1080p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 96 FPS, which is 46.3 FPS lower than the 142.3 FPS achieved at 1920x1080 with the same preset. The performance penalty for moving from 1080p to 1440p is significant but still leaves the frame rate well above 60 FPS.

Q: Which component is more stressed when moving from 1440p to 4K?

A: The data shows a larger absolute FPS drop at 4K across all presets compared to the drop from 1080p to 1440p. For example, the High preset falls from 135 FPS at 1440p to 75.3 FPS at 4K, indicating the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the Ultra preset ever the best playable option?

A: Yes. At both 1920x1080 and 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the most demanding setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS, with scores of 142.3 and 96 FPS respectively. Only at 3840x2160 does the Ultra preset fail to meet the threshold.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded in the dataset?

A: The lowest average is 52.5 FPS, occurring at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset. This is the only measured configuration that falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly indicates that this PC can run Evolve at all three tested resolutions, with one notable exception. At 1920x1080, every preset from Low to Ultra maintains an average above the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset achieving 142.3 FPS. The system is more than capable of handling 1080p gaming at maximum settings, and the frame rates are high enough for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays. At 2560x1440, the situation is equally favorable, as the Ultra preset averages 96 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above the playability threshold. Users can enable the highest quality settings at 1440p without any risk of dropping below 60 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is more nuanced. The system can run the game at 4K with Low, Medium, or High presets, with average FPS values of 125.1, 99.8, and 75.3 respectively. However, the Ultra preset fails to meet the 60 FPS requirement, averaging only 52.5 FPS. For users who prioritize 4K resolution, the High preset is the recommended choice, as it offers the best visual quality while still maintaining a playable frame rate. The overall assessment is that this combination is a strong performer for Evolve, capable of delivering high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, and fully playable at 4K with a modest reduction in settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD EPYC 7643, which scores 18697 with a -0.1% delta compared to the i5-12400's 18683 average. The Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730, representing a -0.3% delta, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 18811 with a -0.7% delta. The Intel Core i3-14100F scores 18519, which is 0.9% higher than the i5-12400. These alternatives would behave similarly in terms of CPU-bound performance, though the EPYC 7643 is a server-class chip while the others are more consumer-oriented. The i3-14100F is the closest in intended use case, offering nearly identical average scores.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's nearest rivals include the standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, which scores 54247 with a -0.1% delta against the SUPER's 54209 average. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, a -1.1% delta, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 with a -2.7% delta. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, representing a -2.8% delta. These GPUs would deliver similar frame rates in Evolve, with the RTX 4080 being the most direct equivalent. The Radeon Pro W5700X and RX 6750 GRE 12 GB are slightly faster in synthetic benchmarks, suggesting they might provide marginally higher FPS in real-world gaming scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER combination ranks 317th out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the top 8.6% of all configurations in the database. This rank reflects the strong overall performance of the pairing, which excels at lower resolutions but shows some limitations at 4K Ultra. The high ranking is driven primarily by the GPU's exceptional throughput, as the CPU's 72nd percentile ranking among all processors is respectable but not elite. The combination's position in the 317th spot indicates that while it is a high-performing setup, there are 316 other combos that produce better results in this specific game, likely featuring more powerful CPUs or higher-tier GPUs.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear shift in component importance as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU plays a more significant role, as the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, with the Low preset reaching 300.5 FPS. The GPU is not fully utilized at this resolution, and the i5-12400's six cores and twelve threads are sufficient to feed the RTX 4080 SUPER. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 158.2 FPS drop, which is primarily driven by GPU workload as more effects and geometry are enabled.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to assert greater influence, as the higher pixel count increases the rendering load. The frame rates drop by roughly 25-30% compared to 1080p across all presets, indicating that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor. The CPU still has headroom, as evidenced by the 222.5 FPS at Low settings, but the Ultra preset's 96 FPS suggests the GPU is working harder. At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the dominant component. The Ultra preset's 52.5 FPS is a direct result of the GPU's inability to render 4K at maximum quality, while the CPU's role diminishes further. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a dramatic drop across all presets, with the High preset falling from 135 to 75.3 FPS. This pattern confirms that for Evolve, the RTX 4080 SUPER is the primary performance determinant at higher resolutions, while the i5-12400 provides sufficient CPU power to avoid bottlenecks at 1080p and 1440p.