Evolve

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is a mid-range desktop combination built around a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake processor and a 16 GB RDNA 3 graphics card. For Evolve, a 2015 FPS title, this combo ranks 2387 out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it in the 35th percentile of all pairings in this benchmark database. The measured frame rates show a system that can handle the game smoothly at 1080p and 1440p with high settings, but struggles at 4K unless settings are dropped to Low. The data indicates a clear balance between CPU and GPU performance, with the GPU becoming the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2387 out of 3700 tested combinations places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, but this raw ranking does not tell the full story for a game like Evolve. The CPU itself sits at the 77th percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU is at the 60th percentile among all tested graphics cards. This disparity suggests the processor is relatively stronger than the graphics card in the overall hardware landscape. However, for Evolve specifically, the measured FPS data shows the pair performs adequately for most gaming scenarios, with the 1080p Ultra preset hitting 69.1 FPS average, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. The rank reflects a combination that is not top-tier but is far from inadequate, and the game’s age likely reduces the demand on both components compared to modern titles.

The combo’s position becomes clearer when compared to other pairings in the database. With only 64.5% of tested combos ranking above it, the system is not a high-end performer, but the 1080p results demonstrate that it can deliver smooth gameplay at the most common resolution. At 1440p, the High preset maintains 70 FPS average, which is solid, while the 4K results drop below 60 FPS for Medium and High settings. The ranking, therefore, reflects a system that is playable at mainstream resolutions but not built for extreme 4K performance. The data suggests that for Evolve, this combo’s rank is more indicative of its 4K limitations than its strengths at lower resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

The scaling between resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU divide the workload in Evolve. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: Low averages 169 FPS, while Ultra drops to 69.1 FPS. This 99.9 FPS gap indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed by higher presets, even at the lowest resolution. The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, appears sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p, as the Low preset’s 169 FPS suggests no significant CPU bottleneck. Moving to 1440p, the same pattern holds: Low averages 111.7 FPS, Medium 89.7 FPS, and High 70 FPS, while Ultra falls to 44.9 FPS. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at the same preset shows a consistent drop—for example, High goes from 100.5 FPS to 70 FPS, a 30.5 FPS reduction—indicating the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as pixel count increases.

At 4K, the GPU’s role becomes even more dominant. The 3840x2160 results show Low at 67.2 FPS, Medium at 46.8 FPS, High at 38.9 FPS, and Ultra at 27.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 39.7 FPS, and even Low barely clears the 60 FPS threshold. The CPU, which showed strength in synthetic benchmarks like Cinebench R23 multicore with a score of 22604, is not the constraint here. Instead, the RX 7600 XT’s 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K High or Ultra presets. The data implies that for Evolve, the GPU’s raw throughput—measured by its 22.57 TFLOPS FP32 performance—dictates playability at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s single-thread performance, reflected in a 3DMark single-thread score of 960, is more than adequate for this title’s engine.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the CPU’s nearest rivals, the Intel Core i5-13400F is closely matched by the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, which has an average benchmark score of 25284 compared to the i5’s 25292, a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are also near, with scores of 25362 and 25365 respectively, both 0.3% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails slightly at 25201, 0.4% lower. These rivals would behave similarly in Evolve because their average scores are nearly identical, meaning the CPU is unlikely to be the differentiating factor between these processors. The i5-13400F’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22604 and single-core score of 3191 indicate balanced performance that these rivals match within a narrow margin.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT’s nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which scores 17037 versus the RX 7600 XT’s 17083, a delta of 0.3%. The AMD Radeon HD 7970M is also close at 17019, 0.4% lower, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is 0.7% higher at 17208. The NVIDIA Tesla M4 rounds out the group at 16932, 0.9% lower. In Evolve, these GPUs would produce frame rates within a few FPS of each other at each preset. For example, at 1080p High, the RX 7600 XT averages 100.5 FPS, and the GTX 690 or RTX 3070 would likely land within 1-2 FPS of that figure given their similar average scores. The practical takeaway is that swapping the CPU or GPU for any of these rivals would not noticeably change the gaming experience in Evolve, as the performance deltas are negligible.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT can run Evolve, but the playable settings depend heavily on resolution. At 1920x1080, this combo clears the 60 FPS threshold at every preset, with Ultra averaging 69.1 FPS, High at 100.5 FPS, Medium at 128.6 FPS, and Low at 169 FPS. The verdict for 1080p is unequivocal: the system can handle the game at maximum settings without dropping below playable frame rates. At 2560x1440, the system remains playable at High, Medium, and Low presets, with High averaging 70 FPS, Medium at 89.7 FPS, and Low at 111.7 FPS. However, Ultra drops to 44.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so that preset is not recommended at this resolution. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, averaging 67.2 FPS, while Medium (46.8 FPS), High (38.9 FPS), and Ultra (27.5 FPS) all fail to reach 60 FPS.

The data shows that for 1080p and 1440p gaming, this combination is fully capable of running Evolve smoothly, with the caveat that 1440p Ultra is not viable. For 4K, the system is limited to Low settings, which still delivers above 60 FPS but sacrifices visual quality. The playable threshold of 60 FPS is clearly met across most presets at 1080p and 1440p, making this a solid choice for gamers targeting those resolutions. The 4K limitation is expected given the GPU’s 60th percentile ranking, but for a game released in 2015, the performance is more than adequate for most users.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS shows a clear progression across presets. Low settings produce 169 FPS average, Medium drops to 128.6 FPS, High comes in at 100.5 FPS, and Ultra reduces to 69.1 FPS. The scaling between presets is roughly linear, with each step up in quality costing about 20-30 FPS. At 2560x1440, the averages are 111.7 FPS for Low, 89.7 FPS for Medium, 70 FPS for High, and 44.9 FPS for Ultra. The drop from High to Ultra at 1440p is steep, a 25.1 FPS reduction, suggesting that Ultra’s additional effects are particularly demanding. At 3840x2160, the numbers fall further: Low averages 67.2 FPS, Medium 46.8 FPS, High 38.9 FPS, and Ultra 27.5 FPS. Only Low clears the 60 FPS threshold at 4K.

The data also reveals how resolution scaling affects performance. Comparing 1080p High (100.5 FPS) to 1440p High (70 FPS) shows a 30.5 FPS drop, while 1440p High to 4K High (38.9 FPS) shows a 31.1 FPS drop. This consistent reduction indicates that the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary limits. The RX 7600 XT’s 288.0 GB/s bandwidth and 128-bit bus width are modest for 4K workloads, which explains the sharp decline. Notably, the 1080p Ultra average of 69.1 FPS is nearly identical to the 1440p High average of 70 FPS, suggesting that the GPU’s capabilities are being pushed to similar limits in both scenarios.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 69.1 FPS. This means gamers can run Evolve at maximum quality without worrying about frame rate drops below the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, the best playable preset is High, averaging 70 FPS. Ultra at 1440p falls to 44.9 FPS, so High is the optimal choice for a smooth experience. At 3840x2160, the only playable preset is Low, with an average of 67.2 FPS. Medium at 4K drops to 46.8 FPS, which is below 60 FPS, so Low is the recommended setting for 4K displays.

These best settings highlight the GPU’s performance envelope. At 1080p, the system has enough headroom to run Ultra, but at 1440p, the jump to Ultra exceeds the GPU’s capabilities. At 4K, even Medium is too demanding, leaving Low as the sole option. The data suggests that the RX 7600 XT is best suited for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming, which aligns with its 60th percentile ranking among all GPUs. For Evolve, the sweet spot is 1080p Ultra or 1440p High, both of which deliver frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 4K?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which average 67.2 FPS. Medium, High, and Ultra at 3840x2160 all fall below 60 FPS, with averages of 46.8, 38.9, and 27.5 FPS respectively.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p?

A: High settings, which average 70 FPS. Ultra at 2560x1440 drops to 44.9 FPS, so High is the most demanding preset that maintains playable frame rates.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, while the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS scores 25284, a delta of 0%. The Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D are both 0.3% higher.

Q: Does the GPU bottleneck the CPU at 1080p?

A: No, the data shows 1080p Low averages 169 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU adequately. The GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions, as seen in the 4K performance drop.

Q: What is the playable threshold for this combo?

A: The playable threshold is 60 FPS. At 1080p, all presets exceed this, with Ultra at 69.1 FPS. At 1440p, High, Medium, and Low all exceed it, but Ultra does not. At 4K, only Low exceeds it.

Q: How does the RX 7600 XT compare to the RTX 3070?

A: The RX 7600 XT has an average benchmark score of 17083, while the RTX 3070 scores 17208, which is 0.7% higher. In Evolve, this would translate to a negligible difference in frame rates.