Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a formidable performance profile in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The measured data, based on actual benchmarking, shows this combination is capable of very high frame rates across most settings, with the primary caveat appearing only at 4K Ultra. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS by resolution and preset, compares the combo to nearby hardware alternatives, and provides clear guidance on the best settings for a smooth experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this CPU and GPU combination in Evolve show a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and graphical presets. At 1920x1080, the system is massively overprovisioned, delivering frame rates that far exceed the 60 FPS playability threshold. The data shows an average of 323.1 FPS at Low settings, which drops to 260.1 FPS at Medium and 203.1 FPS at High. Even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains an impressive average of 140.3 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the limiting factor is likely the game's engine or CPU draw-call overhead rather than the GPU, as the frame rates are extraordinarily high.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptionally strong. The average FPS at Low is 223.4, at Medium it is 174.9, and at High it is 137.5. The Ultra preset still delivers a smooth average of 95.7 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a predictable decrease in performance, roughly a 30% drop at High settings (from 203.1 to 137.5 FPS), which is consistent with the increase in pixel count. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for this resolution, ensuring no memory-related bottlenecks.

At 3840x2160, the data reveals the first significant challenge. The High preset averages 77.3 FPS, which is still comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium and Low presets are even faster, at 98.7 and 128.2 FPS respectively. However, the Ultra preset drops to an average of 54.2 FPS, which falls below the playable threshold. This is a critical finding, as it means the combo cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K with maximum settings. The performance hit from High to Ultra at this resolution is substantial, a decrease of over 23 FPS, suggesting that the Ultra preset includes effects that are particularly taxing on the GPU at high pixel counts.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database places this specific CPU and GPU combination in a well-populated performance neighborhood. The Intel Core i5-14400F, with an average benchmark score of 32279, sits within a tight cluster of rivals. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is nearly identical in performance, with a score of 32233 and a negligible delta of 0.1%. Similarly, the Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, just 0.2% lower. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, which is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-12800H is 0.5% behind. This indicates that for CPU-bound tasks in Evolve, swapping to any of these processors would yield almost indistinguishable frame rates.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, positioning it directly against the standard RTX 4080, which scores 54247, a difference of only -0.1%. This means that for practical purposes, the original RTX 4080 would behave identically in Evolve. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and Radeon 8060S score 55698 and 55757 respectively, both around 2.7-2.8% higher in synthetic benchmarks. While these AMD options show slightly higher raw scores, the delta is minimal enough that in-game performance would be very similar. When considering alternatives, the data suggests that the RTX 4080 (non-SUPER) is the closest direct equivalent, making it a safe fallback choice if the SUPER variant is unavailable.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K resolution with maximum settings?*

A: No. The measured data shows that at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 54.2, which is below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The best playable setting at this resolution is High, which achieves an average of 77.3 FPS.

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains a 60 FPS average at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 achieves an average of 95.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding preset available and is fully playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to the standard RTX 4080 in this context?

A: According to the nearest rivals data, the RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, which is only 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER's score of 54209. This indicates that the two GPUs would perform virtually identically in Evolve.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this game at 1080p?

A: The data shows extremely high frame rates at 1920x1080, with the Low preset reaching 323.1 FPS. Given that the CPU has a percentile rank of 83 and strong multi-core scores (e.g., 21645 in Cinebench R23), it is unlikely to be a limiting factor at this resolution.

Q: What is the playable frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS for 1920x1080 at High settings is 203.1, which is more than three times the 60 FPS playability threshold. This confirms excellent performance for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Does the system maintain 60 FPS at 4K with Medium settings?

A: Yes. The average FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings is 98.7, which is significantly above the 60 FPS threshold. This provides a comfortable margin for demanding scenes.

The Verdict

Based on the verdict data by resolution, this PC can absolutely run Evolve with high performance. At 1920x1080, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset averaging 140.3 FPS. The system is fully capable of driving high-refresh-rate 1080p displays. At 2560x1440, the story is identical: all presets are playable, and the Ultra preset maintains a smooth 95.7 FPS average, making this the sweet spot for a high-fidelity, high-refresh experience.

The only resolution where a compromise is required is 3840x2160. Here, the High, Medium, and Low presets all clear the 60 FPS mark, with High providing the best visual quality at 77.3 FPS. However, the Ultra preset falls short at 54.2 FPS. Therefore, the verdict is that this system can run Evolve at 4K, but users must stick to High settings or lower to maintain a consistent 60 FPS. For a flawless experience, 1440p Ultra is the recommended target, offering the best balance of visual fidelity and performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i5-14400F and the RTX 4080 SUPER in Evolve becomes clearer when analyzing the scaling across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more prominent. The frame rates are so high (e.g., 323.1 FPS at Low) that the GPU is often waiting on the CPU to issue draw calls. The i5-14400F's 10 cores and 16 threads, with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, are sufficient to feed the GPU, but the data suggests that the game's engine is the primary limiter at this resolution.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, with the High preset falling from 203.1 to 77.3 FPS. This is a 62% reduction in frame rate, which aligns with the GPU's rendering workload growing with pixel count. The CPU's relative impact diminishes because the frame time budget is longer, allowing the processor to stay ahead of the GPU. The fact that the 4K Ultra preset dips below 60 FPS while 1440p Ultra stays at 95.7 FPS highlights that the RTX 4080 SUPER's raw compute power (52.22 TFLOPS) is the limiting factor at the highest settings and resolution. The CPU's benchmark percentile of 83 versus the GPU's 86 suggests they are well-matched, but the GPU is the component that determines the ceiling for visual settings at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

In the overall benchmark database for Evolve, this specific combination of Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER holds a rank of 282 out of 3700 tested combos. This places it in the top 8% of all systems tested, which is a strong showing. The data indicates that the vast majority of other hardware combinations will deliver lower frame rates. This rank is a direct reflection of the high average FPS observed across all settings and resolutions, particularly the ability to push beyond 200 FPS at 1080p and maintain over 90 FPS at 1440p Ultra. It is importantly the rank is influenced by both components; a slower CPU or GPU would likely drop this combo significantly down the list. The combination's high percentile scores for both the CPU (83rd) and GPU (86th) contribute to its top-tier positioning.

Best Settings per Resolution

For players seeking the most demanding preset that still maintains a 60 FPS average, the data provides clear guidance. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 140.3 FPS. This offers the highest visual fidelity without any concern for performance dips. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the best option, with an average of 95.7 FPS. This is the recommended target for a high-quality 1440p experience. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is not playable, so the best setting is High, which achieves an average of 77.3 FPS. This provides excellent visual quality while keeping the frame rate comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold.