Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 delivers a wide range of performance in Evolve, scaling from a locked 120 FPS at 1080p Ultra to a more demanding 45 FPS at 4K Ultra. Benchmark data indicates this combination is highly capable for high-refresh-rate play at standard resolutions, but it requires careful settings management to maintain smooth frame rates at 4K. The measured results show a clear pattern: as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, while at lower resolutions, the balance shifts toward the CPU and overall system throughput.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this combo handles Evolve across three resolutions and four quality presets. All figures represent average FPS, with no minimum or maximum frame time data available in the dataset.

At 1920x1080, the performance is exceptionally high across the board. On Low settings, the combo achieves 282.7 FPS, which drops to 219.1 FPS on Medium, 174.5 FPS on High, and 120 FPS on Ultra. This represents a performance drop of roughly 58% from Low to Ultra, but even the most demanding preset at this resolution remains well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. The 120 FPS result at Ultra suggests that high-refresh-rate monitors (144Hz or higher) will be fully utilized at this resolution with maximum visual quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected scaling penalty. Low settings produce 190.8 FPS, Medium delivers 146.8 FPS, High reaches 116 FPS, and Ultra settles at 77.3 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is about 59%, similar to the 1080p scaling, but the absolute numbers are lower across every preset. Notably, Ultra at 1440p still clears the 60 FPS threshold with a comfortable margin, making this resolution a viable option for high-quality gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance curve steepens significantly. Low settings yield 109.8 FPS, Medium drops to 86.7 FPS, High manages 64.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 45 FPS. This is the first resolution where a preset (Ultra) fails to reach the 60 FPS playable threshold. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 4K is about 59%, consistent with lower resolutions, but the starting point is much lower. High settings at 4K barely maintain playability at 64.9 FPS, while Ultra requires dropping below 60 FPS.

The data shows a consistent performance pattern: each resolution step down (from 4K to 1440p to 1080p) roughly doubles the frame rate at equivalent settings. For example, Low settings go from 109.8 FPS at 4K to 190.8 FPS at 1440p to 282.7 FPS at 1080p. This indicates that the RTX 5070 scales predictably with pixel count, and the CPU does not appear to be a limiting factor at any tested resolution.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The nearestRivals data provides context for how this specific CPU and GPU compare to other hardware in their respective categories. For the Intel Core i5-14600K, the closest competitors in average benchmark score are the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (0.2% lower score), AMD EPYC 4345P (0.3% higher), Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX (0.7% higher), and Intel Core Ultra 5 245 (0.8% lower). These deltas are all within 1% of each other, meaning any of these processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Evolve.

For the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, the nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (0.1% higher score), AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (0.8% higher), AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (1.2% lower), and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (2% higher). With such small deltas, these GPUs would produce essentially the same frame rates as the RTX 5070 in Evolve at the tested settings. The RTX 5070 sits at the 82nd percentile among all GPUs, indicating it outperforms the majority of available graphics cards while remaining close to these specific workstation and mobile alternatives.

In practical terms, a system with any of these rival CPUs paired with the RTX 5070 would show virtually identical FPS numbers in the measured scenarios. Similarly, swapping the RTX 5070 for one of its nearest rival GPUs while keeping the Intel Core i5-14600K would result in frame rates within 2% of the values listed in the FPS breakdown. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking among all processors further confirms that it provides ample headroom for the GPU to operate without being bottlenecked.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K without dropping below 60 FPS?*

A: At 3840x2160, the system maintains above 60 FPS on Low (109.8 FPS), Medium (86.7 FPS), and High (64.9 FPS) settings. Ultra settings drop to 45 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, with an average of 64.9 FPS.

Q: What is the highest quality preset that stays above 60 FPS at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, all four presets — Low (190.8 FPS), Medium (146.8 FPS), High (116 FPS), and Ultra (77.3 FPS) — clear the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings are fully playable at this resolution, making it the best setting for maximum visual quality.

Q: How does the RTX 5070's performance compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 40377, which is within 2% of the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40870), AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318), AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063), and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (39568). These small deltas mean the frame rates would be nearly identical in Evolve.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14600K a bottleneck for the RTX 5070 in this game?

A: The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile among all processors with an average benchmark score of 48618. Its nearest rivals, including the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H and AMD EPYC 4345P, are all within 1% of this score. The FPS scaling between resolutions follows expected GPU-bound patterns, indicating the CPU is not limiting performance.

Q: What settings should be used for competitive play at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings deliver 282.7 FPS, which is the highest measured result. Medium (219.1 FPS) and High (174.5 FPS) also provide extremely high frame rates suitable for competitive play, while Ultra still achieves 120 FPS.

Q: Does the game run better at 1440p Ultra or 4K High?

A: At 1440p Ultra, the system achieves 77.3 FPS, while 4K High produces 64.9 FPS. The 1440p Ultra setting offers both higher frame rates and better visual quality, making it the superior choice between these two configurations.

The Verdict

The verdict by resolution is clear: this system can run Evolve effectively at all tested resolutions, with some caveats at 4K. At 1920x1080, all four presets are playable, with Ultra achieving 120 FPS and Low reaching 282.7 FPS. This resolution is fully playable at maximum settings and provides ample headroom for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, the system also handles all presets above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings run at 77.3 FPS, which is comfortably playable, while High (116 FPS) and Medium (146.8 FPS) offer even smoother experiences. This is the recommended resolution for balancing visual quality and performance, as even the most demanding preset stays well above the playable threshold.

At 3840x2160, the system remains playable but with limitations. Low (109.8 FPS), Medium (86.7 FPS), and High (64.9 FPS) all clear 60 FPS, but Ultra drops to 45 FPS, which is below the playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, with an average of 64.9 FPS. For 4K gaming, users should stick to High settings or lower to maintain smooth frame rates.

Overall, this combo easily clears 60 FPS at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, making it a strong choice for high-refresh-rate gaming at those resolutions. At 4K, it is playable at High settings but not at Ultra, so users with 4K displays will need to adjust quality presets to achieve acceptable performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU at different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the performance is so high (282.7 FPS on Low) that neither component appears to be a hard bottleneck; the system delivers frame rates far beyond typical display refresh rates. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 58% performance drop, which is attributable to increased GPU load from higher-quality rendering effects.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to play a more significant role. The frame rates drop by roughly 32-33% compared to 1080p at the same settings, which aligns with the increased pixel count. The CPU, ranking in the 90th percentile, has enough headroom to feed the GPU at these frame rates, as evidenced by the consistent scaling pattern.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The frame rates drop another 42-43% from 1440p, and the Ultra preset falls below the 60 FPS threshold. This indicates that the RTX 5070's rendering capabilities, not CPU throughput, are the limiting factor at 4K. The CPU's role diminishes as resolution increases, since the GPU has to process four times the pixels of 1080p.

The settings scaling provides further insight. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 162.7 FPS (from 282.7 to 120), which is a 58% reduction. At 1440p, the difference is 113.5 FPS (from 190.8 to 77.3), also a 59% reduction. At 4K, the difference is 64.8 FPS (from 109.8 to 45), again around 59%. This consistent scaling suggests that the visual quality settings have a uniform impact on GPU load across all resolutions, and the CPU does not introduce additional variability.

For users aiming to maximize performance, the data indicates that at 1080p and 1440p, the GPU can be pushed to Ultra without CPU limitations. At 4K, reducing settings from Ultra to High provides a 44% performance boost (from 45 to 64.9 FPS), which is the most effective way to regain playability.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, this specific CPU-GPU combination ranks 681st out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the top 18.4% of all tested systems, indicating that it delivers above-average performance for this game. The rank reflects the combined capabilities of the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 in this specific workload.

Given that the CPU ranks in the 90th percentile among all processors and the GPU ranks in the 82nd percentile among all GPUs, the combo rank of 681 out of 3700 aligns with expectations. The GPU's percentile ranking is slightly lower than the CPU's, and the overall system performance in Evolve reflects this balance. Systems ranked above this combo likely feature higher-tier GPUs (such as the RTX 5080 or 5090 class) or CPUs with stronger single-threaded performance, though the data does not specify exact configurations.

The rank of 681 out of 3700 suggests that this combo is well-suited for Evolve but not at the absolute top of the performance hierarchy. For most users, the measured FPS results — which show playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p on all settings and at 4K on High — are more relevant than the relative ranking. The combination of a strong CPU and a capable GPU places this system in the upper tier of tested hardware for this game, with the primary limitation being 4K Ultra performance.