Evolve

Measured FPS Breakdown

The recorded data for Evolve with the Intel Core i5-12400F and Intel Arc B370 shows a clear pattern: this combination delivers playable frame rates only at 1080p, and only on lower presets. At 4K and 1440p, the system falls well short of the 60 FPS threshold across every settings preset.

At 3840x2160, the measured average frame rates are consistently below playable levels. The Low preset averages 31 FPS, which is the highest result at this resolution. Medium averages 24 FPS with a minimum of 20 FPS and a maximum of 27 FPS. High drops to 19 FPS average, while Ultra falls to 13 FPS average. None of these results approach the 60 FPS playable threshold, and even the Low preset at 31 FPS represents less than half of the target performance.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance improves but remains insufficient for smooth gameplay. The Low preset averages 54 FPS, which is close to but still below the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 42 FPS with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS. High averages 33 FPS, and Ultra averages 23 FPS. The gap between the best result at this resolution (54 FPS on Low) and the playable threshold is 6 FPS, meaning even the least demanding preset cannot sustain 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system finally achieves playable performance on two presets. The Low preset averages 80 FPS, providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. While the average clears 60 FPS, the minimum recorded frame rate of 53 FPS indicates occasional dips below the target. High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 34 FPS, both falling short of playable performance.

The scaling pattern across resolutions is consistent with the GPU being the primary bottleneck. From 1080p to 1440p, the Low preset drops from 80 FPS to 54 FPS, a 33% reduction. From 1440p to 4K, Low drops from 54 FPS to 31 FPS, a 43% reduction. The Medium preset shows similar scaling: 62 FPS at 1080p, 42 FPS at 1440p, and 24 FPS at 4K.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The database places this CPU and GPU combination within specific performance neighborhoods, and nearby alternatives would produce broadly similar results in Evolve.

For the Intel Core i5-12400F, the nearest rivals by average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with a delta of 0%, the Intel Core 3 201E at 0.1% below, the Intel Core i5-1335U at 0.3% above, and the AMD EPYC 7773X also at 0.3% above. These processors all sit within a fraction of a percent of the i5-12400F in aggregate benchmark performance, meaning systems built with any of these CPUs paired with the same GPU would likely deliver nearly identical frame rates in Evolve. The i5-12400F itself sits at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs tested, indicating it is a mid-to-upper tier processor, but in this game the GPU limits overall performance.

For the Intel Arc B370, the nearest GPU rivals are far older parts: the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 at 0.2% below, the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 0.5% below, the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 0.7% below, and the AMD FirePro M2000 at 1.4% above. The Arc B370 ranks at just the 5th percentile among all GPUs tested, an extremely low position. This explains why the system struggles to reach 60 FPS even at 1080p on higher presets. The GPU's benchmark score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 places it in the company of integrated and legacy discrete graphics solutions from over a decade ago.

The practical implication is that swapping the i5-12400F for any of its nearest CPU rivals would change Evolve performance by less than 1%, while swapping the Arc B370 for any of its nearest GPU rivals would produce similarly negligible differences. The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor, and users seeking higher frame rates would need to consider a substantially more powerful graphics solution rather than a CPU change.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 60 FPS on a 4K monitor?

A: No. The highest average frame rate recorded at 3840x2160 is 31 FPS on the Low preset. Medium averages 24 FPS, High averages 19 FPS, and Ultra averages 13 FPS. None of these presets reach the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1080p for this combination?

A: The Medium preset is the most demanding preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS at 1920x1080, averaging 62 FPS. The Low preset averages 80 FPS but is less demanding. High and Ultra presets fall below the threshold at 49 FPS and 34 FPS respectively.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-12400F or the Intel Arc B370 more responsible for the performance level in Evolve?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The Arc B370 ranks at the 5th percentile among all GPUs tested, while the i5-12400F ranks at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs. The i5-12400F's nearest CPU rivals all score within 0.3% of it, indicating the processor is not the bottleneck.

Q: How does this system compare to other tested combinations for Evolve?

A: The combination ranks 3414 out of 3700 tested combos for this game, placing it in the lower 8% of all tested systems. This rank reflects the GPU's limited capability rather than the CPU, which is comparatively strong.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p on the Low preset?

A: The Low preset at 2560x1440 averages 54 FPS, which is 6 FPS below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The minimum frame rate was not recorded for this preset, but the average indicates the system cannot sustain smooth gameplay at this resolution.

Q: Does the Medium preset at 1080p stay above 60 FPS at all times?

A: No. The Medium preset at 1920x1080 averages 62 FPS, but the minimum recorded frame rate is 53 FPS. This means the average clears the 60 FPS threshold, but there are moments during gameplay where frame rates dip below it.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 can run Evolve, but only under specific conditions. Based on the verdict by resolution data, this system achieves playable performance exclusively at 1920x1080, and only on the Low and Medium presets. At 2560x1440 and 3840x2160, no settings preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold, meaning the game is not playable at those resolutions with this hardware.

At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 62 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold, though the minimum of 53 FPS means there will be noticeable dips during intense scenes. The Low preset provides a more comfortable margin at 80 FPS average. For users who prioritize smoothness over visual quality, the Low preset at 1080p is the safest choice. For those who want better visuals while staying near the threshold, Medium at 1080p is viable but not perfectly stable.

At 1440p, the best result is 54 FPS on Low, which falls short of playable performance. The data shows that even reducing settings to the minimum cannot bridge the 6 FPS gap to the threshold. At 4K, the situation is worse, with the best preset (Low) averaging just 31 FPS.

The overall verdict is that this system is suitable for Evolve only at 1080p with modest settings. Users with 1440p or 4K displays will need to either lower their expectations considerably or upgrade the GPU.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS average at each resolution, based on the recorded data:

At 3840x2160, there is no preset that reaches 60 FPS. The highest average is 31 FPS on Low, with Medium at 24 FPS, High at 19 FPS, and Ultra at 13 FPS. No settings combination at this resolution is playable.

At 2560x1440, there is also no preset that reaches 60 FPS. The highest average is 54 FPS on Low, with Medium at 42 FPS, High at 33 FPS, and Ultra at 23 FPS. The Low preset comes closest but still falls 6 FPS short of the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the most demanding option that maintains an average of at least 60 FPS, delivering 62 FPS average with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS. The Low preset averages 80 FPS and is the only other playable option. High averages 49 FPS and Ultra averages 34 FPS, both below the threshold.

For users who want the best visual quality while maintaining playable performance, the recommended configuration is 1920x1080 with the Medium preset. This provides 62 FPS average, though the 53 FPS minimum suggests some scenes will dip below 60 FPS. If consistent 60 FPS performance is essential, the Low preset at 1080p with 80 FPS average is the safer recommendation.

How This Combo Ranks

Among all tested combinations for Evolve, the Intel Core i5-12400F with the Intel Arc B370 ranks 3414 out of 3700 combos. This places the system in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations for this game.

The low rank is attributable almost entirely to the GPU. The Arc B370 sits at the 5th percentile among all GPUs in the database, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. Its nearest rivals are legacy parts: the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, ATI Radeon HD 5770, AMD Radeon HD 7650M, and AMD FirePro M2000. These are all parts from roughly a decade ago, indicating the Arc B370 performs at a level consistent with older entry-level discrete graphics.

By contrast, the i5-12400F ranks at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, with a multi-threaded PassMark score of 19433 and a single-thread score of 3481. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, Intel Core 3 201E, Intel Core i5-1335U, and AMD EPYC 7773X, all score within 0.3% of it. This CPU would not be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios.

The combination's rank of 3414 out of 3700 means that nearly 93% of tested systems deliver better performance in Evolve. The data shows that this system can handle the game only at 1080p with lower presets, which is consistent with a GPU performing in the bottom 5% of the database. Users considering this combination for Evolve should understand that while the CPU is capable, the GPU restricts the experience to 1080p with modest settings. For higher resolutions or higher quality presets, a substantially more powerful GPU would be required.