Evolve

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 occupies the 2512th spot out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the 32nd percentile of all systems evaluated. This mid-pack ranking suggests a configuration that is neither a top-tier contender nor a weak performer, but rather a balanced setup that can handle the game under specific conditions. The data reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions, with clear thresholds where playability begins and ends, making it a versatile option for gamers targeting 1080p or 1440p displays.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2512 out of 3700 places this pairing firmly in the lower-middle tier of tested systems for Evolve. This positioning is somewhat surprising given the hardware's specifications, which include a 6-core, 12-thread CPU with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz and a GPU with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. Benchmark results indicate that the combination performs admirably at lower resolutions but struggles to maintain consistent frame rates at 4K with higher presets. The rank suggests that while the system can deliver smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, it falls behind more powerful configurations that dominate the upper echelons of the ranking. The data implies that this combo is optimized for mainstream gaming scenarios rather than extreme high-resolution or maxed-out settings, which is reflected in its percentile standing.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 64.5 FPS on Low settings, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. However, Medium drops to 48.5 FPS, High falls to 35.4 FPS, and Ultra sinks to 23.9 FPS, making Low the only playable preset at this resolution.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 68.4 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset runs at 82.1 FPS, and Low reaches 109.2 FPS, but Ultra only manages 49.1 FPS. High is the most demanding playable option, offering the best visual quality while staying above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the system perform at 1080p with maximum settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo produces 65.5 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This makes Ultra the best playable preset at this resolution, with High reaching 97.9 FPS, Medium at 125.7 FPS, and Low at 160.3 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor for this game?

A: The data shows that frame rates drop significantly as resolution increases, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Ultra, the system hits 65.5 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 23.9 FPS, a pattern consistent with GPU-bound performance rather than CPU limitations.

Q: How does this combo compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall benchmark scores?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score of 19039 is virtually identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS at 19047 (0% delta), the Intel Core 3 201E at 19056 (-0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i5-1335U at 18982 (0.3% delta). Similarly, the GPU's average score of 15171 is close to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM at 15199 (-0.2% delta) and the AMD Radeon 680M at 15270 (-0.7% delta).

Q: What is the highest resolution where all presets are playable?

A: At 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) exceed the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra at 65.5 FPS being the lowest. At 2560x1440, Ultra drops below 60 FPS, and at 3840x2160, only Low remains playable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the system starts with 64.5 FPS on Low, but this drops sharply to 48.5 FPS on Medium, 35.4 FPS on High, and 23.9 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 40.6 FPS, representing a 63% reduction in frame rate. This steep decline suggests that the GPU is heavily taxed at 4K, with each step up in settings exacting a significant toll on performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates improve substantially. Low settings produce 109.2 FPS, Medium reaches 82.1 FPS, High hits 68.4 FPS, and Ultra falls to 49.1 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 60.1 FPS, indicating that the resolution reduction relieves some pressure on the GPU, but Ultra still fails to maintain 60 FPS. The transition from 4K to 1440p shows a 69% increase in performance at Low settings, highlighting how resolution scaling affects this combo.

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its strongest performance. Low settings achieve 160.3 FPS, Medium runs at 125.7 FPS, High delivers 97.9 FPS, and Ultra maintains 65.5 FPS. All presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra being the only one that comes close to the limit. The difference between Low and Ultra is 94.8 FPS, which represents a 59% drop, but even the lowest playable setting provides a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. The data shows a consistent scaling pattern where each resolution reduction yields roughly a 60-70% improvement in frame rates at corresponding settings.

The Verdict

The verdict is clear: this combo can run Evolve, but playability depends heavily on the chosen resolution and settings. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, achieving 64.5 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra all fall below playable levels, with frame rates of 48.5, 35.4, and 23.9 FPS respectively. This makes 4K gaming possible only with significant visual compromises.

At 2560x1440, the system offers more flexibility. High settings run at 68.4 FPS, providing a playable experience with good visual quality. Medium and Low also clear 60 FPS, with 82.1 and 109.2 FPS respectively, but Ultra remains unplayable at 49.1 FPS. This resolution strikes the best balance between performance and visual fidelity for this combo.

At 1920x1080, the system fully delivers. All four presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra at 65.5 FPS as the minimum. High, Medium, and Low provide even higher frame rates, making 1080p the most versatile resolution for this configuration. The data strongly suggests that this system is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p as a viable alternative for those willing to avoid Ultra settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with a score of 19047 (0% delta), the Intel Core 3 201E at 19056 (-0.1% delta), the Intel Core i5-1335U at 18982 (0.3% delta), and the AMD EPYC 7773X at 18979 (0.3% delta). These processors would likely produce similar frame rates in Evolve, as their benchmark scores are nearly identical to the i5-12400F's 19039.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 7600's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM with a score of 15199 (-0.2% delta), the AMD Radeon Pro 560X at 15082 (0.6% delta), the AMD Radeon 680M at 15270 (-0.7% delta), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 Ti at 15063 (0.7% delta). These graphics cards should deliver comparable frame rates, though the delta values suggest the RX 7600 sits at the upper end of this performance cluster. Users with these alternative components can expect similar gameplay experiences, with minor variations in frame rates that would not alter the overall playability verdict.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is Low, which achieves 64.5 FPS. This is the only playable option at 4K, as Medium drops to 48.5 FPS and higher presets fall further behind. The data indicates that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant graphical sacrifices to remain playable.

At 2560x1440, the best playable preset is High, delivering 68.4 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual quality and performance, with Medium at 82.1 FPS and Low at 109.2 FPS as alternatives. Ultra at 49.1 FPS is not viable, meaning users seeking maximum visual fidelity at 1440p must look elsewhere.

At 1920x1080, the best playable preset is Ultra, running at 65.5 FPS. This allows users to enjoy the game's highest settings while staying above the 60 FPS threshold. High at 97.9 FPS, Medium at 125.7 FPS, and Low at 160.3 FPS offer progressively higher frame rates for those prioritizing smoothness over visual quality. The 1080p resolution is the only one where the system can handle Ultra settings, making it the recommended choice for the full experience.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU across resolutions. At 3840x2160, the frame rate drops from 64.5 FPS on Low to 23.9 FPS on Ultra, a 63% reduction. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is the dominant factor at 4K, as the resolution demands significant pixel-pushing power that the RX 7600 struggles to provide at higher settings. The CPU's role becomes secondary at this resolution, as the GPU's rendering capacity is the limiting constraint.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues but with less severity. The frame rate ranges from 109.2 FPS on Low to 49.1 FPS on Ultra, a 55% reduction. This suggests that while the GPU remains the primary bottleneck, the lower resolution gives the CPU more room to contribute. The 1440p results show a more balanced interaction, where both components have measurable impacts on performance.

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its most balanced performance. The frame rates span from 160.3 FPS on Low to 65.5 FPS on Ultra, with the GPU still driving most of the variation. However, the fact that Ultra manages to exceed 60 FPS at this resolution indicates that the CPU is sufficiently powerful to feed the GPU, preventing it from becoming the limiting factor. The scaling between resolutions shows that as resolution decreases, the GPU's workload lightens, allowing the CPU to play a larger role in maintaining frame rates. This leads to the conclusion that at 1080p, the combo is well-balanced, but at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the definitive constraint, with the CPU's performance becoming increasingly irrelevant to overall frame rates.