Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers a dominant performance profile in Evolve, with benchmark data indicating that the combination is capable of exceeding the 60 FPS playability threshold at every tested resolution, including 4K. The measured FPS data shows that this combo is heavily GPU-bound at lower resolutions, where the RTX 5080 produces exceptionally high frame rates, while the CPU provides sufficient headroom to avoid bottlenecks even at 1080p. The data indicates that the only setting that pushes the system below the 60 FPS threshold is Ultra at 4K, which averages 56 FPS, making High the optimal choice for 4K play.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance of the Core i5-14400F and RTX 5080 in Evolve varies significantly across resolutions and settings, with the data revealing a clear pattern of diminishing returns as graphical fidelity increases. At 1920x1080, the combination produces extraordinary frame rates that far exceed the needs of any display, with Low settings averaging 324 FPS, Medium averaging 269 FPS, and High averaging 211 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p still delivers a robust 146 FPS average, which is more than double the 60 FPS playability threshold. The Medium preset at 1080p shows a minimum of 229 FPS and a maximum of 310 FPS, indicating excellent frame time consistency even under load.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains exceptionally high, although the data shows a modest decline from 1080p figures. Low settings at 1440p average 233 FPS, Medium averages 181 FPS with a minimum of 153 FPS and maximum of 208 FPS, and High averages 142 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers an average of 98 FPS, which remains comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and demonstrates that the RTX 5080 has ample compute capacity for this resolution. The frame time data at 1440p Medium shows a tight spread between the 153 FPS minimum and 208 FPS maximum, suggesting stable performance without significant stuttering.

At 3840x2160, the data shows the first signs of the GPU being pushed toward its limits, though the results remain strong overall. Low settings at 4K average 133 FPS, which is still more than double the playability threshold. Medium settings at 4K deliver an average of 103 FPS, with a minimum of 87 FPS and maximum of 118 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding scenes stay well above 60 FPS. High settings at 4K average 81 FPS, which remains playable but shows a noticeable drop from Medium. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 56 FPS, falling just short of the 60 FPS threshold and marking the only configuration in the entire test matrix that fails to maintain playable frame rates.

The performance scaling across resolutions follows a consistent pattern: the RTX 5080 demonstrates its strength at lower resolutions where CPU overhead is more prominent, with 1080p Low delivering 324 FPS compared to 233 FPS at 1440p Low and 133 FPS at 4K Low. The data suggests that the Core i5-14400F, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, provides sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a limiting factor, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved even at 1080p where CPU-bound scenarios typically emerge.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, the benchmark data shows that the Core i5-14400F and RTX 5080 combination achieves playable performance at 4K with Low, Medium, and High settings, with average FPS of 133, 103, and 81 respectively. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 56 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold.

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

A: The data indicates that the Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 98 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that remains above the 60 FPS threshold. This provides the highest visual quality while maintaining comfortable frame rates for competitive play.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 perform at 1080p in Evolve?

A: The RTX 5080 produces exceptionally high frame rates at 1920x1080, with the data showing 324 FPS on Low, 269 FPS on Medium, 211 FPS on High, and 146 FPS on Ultra settings. These figures indicate that the GPU is far from being a bottleneck at this resolution.

Q: Is the Core i5-14400F sufficient to keep up with the RTX 5080 in this game?

A: The benchmark results indicate that the CPU provides adequate performance, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved at 1080p where processor limitations typically manifest. The combination ranks in the 205th position out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the top percentile of tested systems.

Q: What frame rates can be expected with Medium settings at 4K?

A: The data shows that Medium settings at 3840x2160 deliver an average of 103 FPS, with a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS. This configuration provides a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, remaining well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Does the system maintain smooth frame pacing across different resolutions?

A: The available frame time data for Medium settings shows consistent performance, with the 1440p preset exhibiting a minimum of 153 FPS and maximum of 208 FPS, while the 4K preset shows a minimum of 87 FPS and maximum of 118 FPS. These ranges indicate stable frame delivery without significant drops.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 205th out of 3700 tested combinations in Evolve, placing it in the top 5.5 percent of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the strong synergy between the two components, with the CPU's 83rd percentile performance rating among all CPUs and the GPU's 87th percentile rating among all GPUs contributing to an overall system that outperforms the vast majority of tested configurations.

The CPU's benchmark scores provide context for its contribution to this ranking, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21645 and a single-core score of 3055, alongside a Geekbench multi-core score of 11268 and single-core score of 2058. The PassMark multithread score of 25470 and single-thread score of 3701 further demonstrate the processor's balanced performance profile. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8637 and PassMark G3D score of 36565 indicate substantial graphics compute capability that pairs well with the CPU's throughput.

The ranking position suggests that this combo handles Evolve's engine requirements with considerable headroom, as the game's 2015 release date means it predates many modern rendering techniques that would challenge newer hardware. The top-tier ranking reflects not just raw performance but also the efficiency of the combination, with the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 360 W TDP representing a balanced power envelope that allows sustained performance without thermal throttling concerns.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 can run Evolve at playable frame rates across all tested resolutions, with the single exception of Ultra settings at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four settings presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset delivering a 146 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the same holds true, with Ultra averaging 98 FPS and even the most demanding scenes staying well above playable levels.

At 3840x2160, the system maintains playability on Low (133 FPS), Medium (103 FPS), and High (81 FPS) settings, with the verdict data confirming High as the best 4K setting at 81 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 56 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold, making it the only non-playable configuration in the test matrix. For users prioritizing visual quality at 4K, the data suggests that High settings provide the optimal balance, delivering 81 FPS while offering substantially better visuals than Medium. For competitive play at lower resolutions, the system offers exceptional performance, with 1440p Ultra providing 98 FPS and 1080p High delivering 211 FPS, both of which are well suited for high refresh rate displays.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, which scores 32233 and is 0.1 percent slower, and the Intel Core i9-11900, which scores 32226 and is 0.2 percent slower. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS scores 32354, making it 0.2 percent faster, while the Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121, placing it 0.5 percent behind the Core i5-14400F. These processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Evolve, though the Core i5-14400F's 10 cores and 16 threads provide a modern architecture advantage.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, which is 0.6 percent slower than the RTX 5080, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, placing it 0.7 percent behind. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, making it 2.3 percent slower, and the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, which is 2.2 percent faster. These alternatives would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve, with the RTX 5080's nearest rivals offering comparable performance within a narrow margin. The data suggests that any of these GPU alternatives paired with a similar-tier CPU would achieve frame rates within a few percent of the measured results, making them viable substitutes for users seeking comparable performance.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset provides the highest visual quality while maintaining an average of 146 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the recommended setting for 1080p, as the performance headroom is substantial enough to absorb any demanding scenes without dropping near playability limits.

At 2560x1440, Ultra remains the optimal choice, delivering an average of 98 FPS. This setting provides the full visual experience while staying comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold, with the data showing that even the most demanding configurations at this resolution maintain playable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, High is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 81 FPS. While Medium offers a higher 103 FPS average, the improvement from Medium to High is substantial in visual quality, and the 81 FPS average still provides a smooth experience. The Ultra preset at 4K averages 56 FPS, which falls short of the 60 FPS threshold, making High the clear recommendation for 4K gaming with this hardware combination.