Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT lands at rank 1161 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the upper third of all configurations. The CPU holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all processors, while the GPU sits at the 85th percentile among all graphics cards. This combination of near-top-tier components produces a system that is clearly capable of running the game, but the benchmark data reveals some nuanced limitations at extreme settings. The pairing appears well-balanced for a 2015 FPS title, though the measured results show that the most demanding visual preset can still push the hardware to its limits at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 1161 out of 3700 tested systems places this configuration in the 68.6th percentile of all combinations tested for Evolve. This is a strong position, though not elite — roughly 31% of tested combos perform better. The ranking reflects a system that is more than adequate for mainstream gaming but not at the absolute modern. Both components are high performers individually: the i5-14400F scores 32279 on average across all benchmark tests, while the RX 6800 XT averages 48477. These are complementary scores, suggesting neither component is a bottleneck in most scenarios.

The relative performance of the CPU and GPU is worth examining. The i5-14400F's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, scores 32233 — a delta of just 0.1%, meaning these processors are nearly identical in raw compute. The Intel Core i9-11900 is 0.2% ahead, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS trails by 0.2%. This tight clustering indicates that the i5-14400F sits squarely in a performance tier where small architectural differences matter more than outright speed. On the GPU side, the RX 6800 XT is 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile, 2.5% behind the Intel Arc A550M, and 3% behind both the RTX 5070 Ti and RX Vega 64. The GPU's position is similarly competitive, with deltas under 3% separating it from its nearest rivals.

For Evolve specifically, this ranking suggests the combo will handle the game comfortably at most settings. The data confirms this: at 1080p, the system achieves over 100 FPS even at Ultra settings. The rank of 1161 becomes more meaningful when considering that many higher-ranked combos likely include more recent or more expensive hardware, yet the actual gameplay experience may not differ substantially given the age of the title.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern in how the CPU and GPU divide responsibilities across resolutions and presets. At 1080p Low, the system produces 243.4 FPS, which drops to 162.4 at 1440p and 93.9 at 4K. This scaling shows that the GPU becomes more stressed as resolution increases, but the CPU is still feeding frames effectively at all three resolutions. The 1080p Low score of 243.4 FPS is exceptionally high, indicating that the i5-14400F is not limiting performance at lower resolutions — the GPU is doing the heavy lifting.

When moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p, average FPS drops from 243.4 to 100.3, a reduction of 143.1 FPS. This is a 58.8% decrease, primarily driven by increased GPU load from higher-quality textures and effects. At 4K, the same preset transition yields a drop from 93.9 to 39.2 FPS — a 54.7 FPS reduction. The percentage drop is similar, but the absolute numbers show that 4K Ultra pushes the GPU to its limits. The i5-14400F's role becomes more apparent at higher resolutions with lower presets: at 4K Low, the system still manages 93.9 FPS, suggesting the CPU is keeping pace with the GPU's output.

Resolution scaling further clarifies the division. At High settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by 48.2 (149 to 100.8), and from 1440p to 4K by another 44.3 (100.8 to 56.5). These are nearly linear drops, indicating the GPU is the primary constraint at High settings. At Low settings, the 1080p to 1440p drop is 81 FPS (243.4 to 162.4), while the 1440p to 4K drop is 68.5 FPS (162.4 to 93.9). The larger absolute drops at Low settings suggest that resolution scaling affects the GPU more heavily when other demands are lower. The CPU's contribution is most visible at 1080p Low, where the 243.4 FPS figure demonstrates the i5-14400F can support very high frame rates without bottlenecking.

FAQ

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, at Low and Medium settings. The measured results show 93.9 FPS at 4K Low and 73.9 FPS at 4K Medium. However, High settings drop to 56.5 FPS and Ultra falls to 39.2 FPS, both below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: Ultra settings at 1440p deliver 67.3 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This means the system can run the highest quality preset at 1440p while maintaining playable frame rates.

Q: How much performance is lost by increasing resolution from 1080p to 4K at Ultra settings?

A: At Ultra settings, 1080p produces 100.3 FPS, while 4K produces 39.2 FPS. This represents a 61.1 FPS reduction, or a 60.9% decrease in average frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions and presets. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 243.4 FPS, showing the CPU can handle very high frame rates. The steady FPS declines across resolution and preset increases point to GPU-bound performance in most scenarios.

Q: What is the difference between Medium and High settings at 1080p?

A: Medium settings produce 189.7 FPS, while High settings produce 149 FPS. The difference is 40.7 FPS, indicating that High settings impose a 21.4% performance penalty compared to Medium.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at any 4K setting?

A: Yes, both Low (93.9 FPS) and Medium (73.9 FPS) settings clear the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. High and Ultra do not, with 56.5 and 39.2 FPS respectively.

The Verdict

This PC can run Evolve, and it does so with authority at most settings. The verdict by resolution shows that 1080p and 1440p are fully playable at every preset, including Ultra. At 1080p Ultra, the system delivers 100.3 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience. At 1440p Ultra, the frame rate is 67.3 FPS, still comfortably above 60 FPS. For 4K, the system becomes more selective: Low and Medium settings produce 93.9 and 73.9 FPS respectively, both playable, but High and Ultra fall to 56.5 and 39.2 FPS, which do not meet the playable threshold.

The practical takeaway is that this combo excels at 1080p and 1440p, offering maximum visual quality while maintaining high frame rates. At 4K, users must make a choice between visual fidelity and smoothness. The data suggests the system is best suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p or 1440p, where it can leverage its strong GPU performance. For 4K enthusiasts, Medium settings offer a good balance at 73.9 FPS. The i5-14400F proves sufficient for this title, with no evidence of CPU bottlenecks even at the highest frame rates measured.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across all presets. Low settings produce 243.4 FPS average, Medium reaches 189.7 FPS, High achieves 149 FPS, and Ultra maintains 100.3 FPS. All presets clear the 60 FPS threshold with significant headroom. The gap between Low and Ultra is 143.1 FPS, showing the substantial impact of graphical settings on this title.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains strong but scales down proportionally. Low settings yield 162.4 FPS, Medium produces 127.5 FPS, High reaches 100.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 67.3 FPS. The 1440p results show a 95.1 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, with all presets still above 60 FPS. The Ultra setting at 67.3 FPS is the closest to the threshold, but it maintains playability.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become apparent. Low settings deliver 93.9 FPS, Medium reaches 73.9 FPS, High drops to 56.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 39.2 FPS. The 4K results show a 54.7 FPS spread between Low and Ultra. Notably, High and Ultra fail to reach 60 FPS, making them unsuitable for smooth gameplay at this resolution. The jump from Medium to High at 4K represents a 17.4 FPS loss, which is the largest single-preset drop across all resolutions tested.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 100.3 FPS. This allows users to enable maximum visual quality while maintaining a comfortable frame rate margin. The system has 40.3 FPS of headroom above the 60 FPS threshold at this setting.

For 2560x1440, Ultra settings also remain playable at 67.3 FPS. This is the highest preset available, and it clears the 60 FPS threshold by 7.3 FPS. While the margin is slimmer than at 1080p, it still provides a playable experience without compromising on visual quality.

At 3840x2160, the best playable preset is Medium, which delivers 73.9 FPS. High settings at 56.5 FPS fall below the threshold, making Medium the optimal choice for 4K gaming. The 13.9 FPS margin above 60 FPS at Medium provides some buffer for demanding scenes. Users seeking higher visual fidelity at 4K would need to accept sub-60 FPS performance, as High and Ultra both fail to meet the playable standard.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, scores 32233 versus the i5-14400F's 32279, a delta of just 0.1%. This means systems using the 8840U would perform nearly identically in Evolve, with differences well within measurement noise. The Intel Core i9-11900 is 0.2% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS trails by 0.2%. The Intel Core i7-12800H is 0.5% behind. All of these processors would deliver essentially the same frame rates as the i5-14400F in this game.

On the GPU side, the RX 6800 XT's closest rival is the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile, which scores 47743 versus 48477 — a 1.5% deficit. This GPU would produce slightly lower frame rates but likely within 1-2 FPS of the RX 6800 XT in most scenarios. The Intel Arc A550M is 2.5% ahead, and both the RTX 5070 Ti and RX Vega 64 are 3% ahead. These deltas are small enough that users upgrading from one of these GPUs to another would not notice a meaningful difference in Evolve's performance.

For practical purposes, a system with any of these CPUs paired with any of these GPUs would deliver nearly identical results in Evolve. The tight clustering of scores — all within 3% for the GPU and 0.5% for the CPU — suggests that component choice in this performance tier has minimal impact on this particular game. The i5-14400F and RX 6800 XT combination represents a well-matched pair that sits in a crowded field of similarly capable hardware.