Evolve

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT delivers a robust experience in Evolve, with performance scaling predictably from 1080p up to 4K. The data indicates that this combination is capable of high refresh rates at 1440p and remains playable at 4K with settings adjustments. The CPU holds its own in synthetic benchmarks, while the GPU provides the bulk of the rendering power, making this a balanced pairing for a fast-paced FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on aggregate benchmark scores, the Intel Core i5-13400F performs nearly identically to a cluster of other processors. Its average benchmark score of 25292 is within a fraction of a percent of the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284, 0% delta), the Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, -0.3% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201, 0.4% delta). For gaming workloads, swapping between these CPUs would yield negligible differences in frame rates, as their compute potential is effectively equivalent. The i5-13400F sits in the 77th percentile among all CPUs, meaning a majority of processors perform worse, but these specific rivals are the ones to expect matching results from.

On the graphics side, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT’s average benchmark score of 48477 places it near the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743, 1.5% delta) and the Intel Arc A550M (49737, -2.5% delta). More notably, it trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957, -3% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, -3% delta) by a small margin. The RX 6800 XT ranks in the 85th percentile among all GPUs, indicating that it outperforms the majority of graphics cards. In practical terms for Evolve, the RTX 5070 Ti and RX Vega 64 would deliver slightly higher frame rates, while the RTX A1000 Mobile and Arc A550M would be marginally slower. These deltas are small enough that the overall playability classification at each resolution would remain unchanged.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i5-13400F and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT becomes clearer when examining frame rate scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 240.9 FPS average. When the resolution jumps to 2560x1440 at Low, the average drops to 165.5 FPS, a reduction of approximately 31%. Moving further to 3840x2160 at Low yields 91.8 FPS, another substantial drop of roughly 45%. This steep decline as resolution increases indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher pixel counts, even at the least demanding settings.

The CPU’s role is more evident at lower resolutions where it must feed the GPU faster. At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high across all presets, from 240.9 FPS at Low to 104.1 FPS at Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is a 57% performance reduction, highlighting that the GPU is still heavily taxed by the graphics preset. However, the raw speed at 1080p suggests the i5-13400F is not holding back the RX 6800 XT. At 1440p, the same pattern holds, with the difference between Low (165.5 FPS) and Ultra (71.3 FPS) being a 57% drop. At 4K, the scaling is even more pronounced, with Ultra (41.2 FPS) falling 55% below Low (91.8 FPS). The data shows that the GPU dominates performance scaling from preset changes and resolution increases, while the CPU provides sufficient headroom for the GPU to operate near its potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data provides a clear picture of what to expect from this combination.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low settings achieve 91.8 FPS, Medium settings reach 72.5 FPS, High settings produce 54.6 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 41.2 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is a severe 55% reduction. No minimum or maximum frame rate data is available for any resolution, so the analysis relies solely on averages.

At 2560x1440, performance is considerably stronger. Low settings deliver 165.5 FPS, Medium settings achieve 126.4 FPS, High settings reach 96.7 FPS, and Ultra settings maintain 71.3 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is again roughly 57%, but even the most demanding preset stays well above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the combination excels. Low settings produce 240.9 FPS, Medium settings reach 187.6 FPS, High settings achieve 151.1 FPS, and Ultra settings still deliver a very smooth 104.1 FPS. This resolution offers the widest range of playable options, with all presets far exceeding the 60 FPS threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p is a 57% performance reduction, consistent with the other resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Evolve, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT ranks 1162 out of 3700 total combos. This places it in the top 31% of all tested configurations. Given that the CPU is in the 77th percentile and the GPU is in the 85th percentile, the overall ranking is slightly lower than either component’s individual percentile. This suggests that while both parts are above average, other factors such as game-specific optimization or driver behavior may influence the final ranking. The rank of 1162 indicates that a significant number of alternative combinations deliver higher frame rates in Evolve, but this setup still outperforms the majority of tested systems.

FAQ

Q: Can this combination run Evolve at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 91.8 FPS and the Medium preset averages 72.5 FPS. Both stay above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset at 54.6 FPS and Ultra at 41.2 FPS fall below this threshold.

Q: What is the best setting to use at 2560x1440?

A: The Ultra preset is playable at 1440p, averaging 71.3 FPS. The data shows that all four presets (Low at 165.5 FPS, Medium at 126.4 FPS, High at 96.7 FPS, and Ultra at 71.3 FPS) remain at or above 60 FPS, so Ultra is the optimal choice for maximum visual quality.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284 with a 0% delta, the Intel Core 5 120 scores 25362 with a -0.3% delta, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 with a -0.3% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H scores 25201 with a 0.4% delta. Performance is effectively identical among these processors.

Q: What are the FPS expectations at 1920x1080 on High settings?

A: At 1080p with the High preset, the average frame rate is 151.1 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a very smooth experience for a fast-paced FPS.

Q: Is the RX 6800 XT significantly faster than the RTX 5070 Ti?

A: No, the opposite is true. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has an average benchmark score of 48477, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti scores 49957. This represents a -3% delta, meaning the RTX 5070 Ti is slightly faster by about 3%.

Q: Which presets are playable at 4K?

A: According to the verdict data, only Low and Medium settings are playable at 3840x2160. Low averages 91.8 FPS and Medium averages 72.5 FPS. High (54.6 FPS) and Ultra (41.2 FPS) both fall below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players targeting a smooth experience with the highest visual fidelity possible, the data supports specific settings at each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which achieves an average of 72.5 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the threshold while offering better visual quality than the Low preset.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is fully playable, averaging 71.3 FPS. This allows for maximum graphical quality at this resolution without sacrificing smoothness, as all four presets exceed the 60 FPS requirement.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average of 104.1 FPS. This is the best choice for players with high refresh rate monitors, as it combines the highest settings with frame rates that are nearly double the playable threshold.