Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti combination delivers a wide range of performance in Evolve, with results that vary dramatically depending on resolution and preset. The data shows that this system is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K demands more careful settings selection. The following analysis breaks down how this specific CPU and GPU pairing behaves, what alternatives exist, and which configurations provide the best experience.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The measured performance of this specific combination can be contextualized by examining the nearest rivals for each component individually. For the Intel Core i5-14600KF, the closest competing processors in terms of average benchmark score are the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, which scores 49228 and is only 0.3% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, which scores 49196 and trails by 0.4%. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is also nearby with a score of 48995, representing a 0.8% deficit. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 scores 49796, which is 0.8% ahead of the i5-14600KF. These delta percentages are all within a single percentage point, indicating that any of these four CPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve when paired with the same GPU, as CPU-bound scenarios would show negligible differences.

For the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187, placing it in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 with a score of 40870, which is 0.8% lower. The NVIDIA Tesla M40 24 GB scores 41707, putting it 1.2% ahead, while the standard Tesla M40 scores 41897, which is 1.7% ahead. Interestingly, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 scores 40377, sitting 2% behind the RTX 3080 Ti. This suggests that in Evolve, swapping the RTX 3080 Ti for an RTX 5070 would yield approximately 2% lower average FPS, while a Tesla M40 would provide a marginal improvement. The performance deltas here are small enough that any of these GPUs would offer a similar gameplay experience, with the caveat that driver optimizations and specific game engine characteristics could shift actual results slightly.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU workload shifts across resolutions in Evolve. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 263.2 FPS average, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the dataset. This extremely high value suggests that at this resolution and preset, the GPU is not the limiting factor, and the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads are providing ample headroom. Moving from Low to Ultra at 1080p drops the average to 108.1 FPS, a reduction of 155.1 FPS or roughly 59%. This massive drop indicates that the GPU becomes significantly more strained as graphical fidelity increases, while the CPU remains capable of feeding frames at these rates.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues but with a narrower spread. Low settings produce 172.8 FPS, while Ultra drops to 74.2 FPS, a difference of 98.6 FPS. The scaling from 1080p Low to 1440p Low shows a decline from 263.2 to 172.8 FPS, which is a 34% decrease, demonstrating that resolution scaling costs performance even at low graphical loads. When comparing 1440p Ultra at 74.2 FPS to 4K Ultra at 41.1 FPS, the drop is 33.1 FPS, indicating that pixel count becomes the dominant factor at the highest settings. The data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, especially at Ultra settings, where the average FPS falls below the 60 FPS playability threshold. The CPU's role is more pronounced at lower resolutions and presets, where the system can exceed 200 FPS, but even at 4K Low with 98 FPS, the i5-14600KF appears to keep up adequately with the RTX 3080 Ti's output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Evolve provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are as follows: Low delivers 263.2 FPS, Medium delivers 206.1 FPS, High delivers 161.4 FPS, and Ultra delivers 108.1 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with each preset step costing roughly 20-25% of the previous performance. The jump from High to Ultra is particularly steep, from 161.4 to 108.1 FPS, representing a 33% reduction, which suggests that Ultra settings introduce significantly heavier rendering tasks.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 172.8 FPS at Low, 138.5 FPS at Medium, 107.8 FPS at High, and 74.2 FPS at Ultra. The relative scaling between presets is similar to 1080p, but the absolute numbers are lower. At 4K (3840x2160), the system achieves 98 FPS on Low, 74.8 FPS on Medium, 63.6 FPS on High, and 41.1 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that falls below 60 FPS, and it does so by a substantial margin of 18.9 FPS. Across all resolutions, the Low preset consistently provides the highest frame rates, while Ultra provides the lowest, with Medium and High falling predictably in between. The data does not include minimum or maximum FPS figures, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates, which provide a solid indication of overall smoothness but do not capture frame time spikes or stutters.

The Verdict

The verdict on whether this PC can run Evolve is clearly positive for the majority of configurations, but the 4K Ultra setting is the exception. According to the verdictByResolution data, at 3840x2160, the playable settings are High, Low, and Medium, with the best setting being High at 63.6 FPS average. This means that at 4K, users should avoid Ultra settings, which only achieve 41.1 FPS, falling below the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 2560x1440, all four settings are playable, and the best is Ultra with a 74.2 FPS average, comfortably clearing the 60 FPS mark. Similarly, at 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra providing 108.1 FPS, which is well above the threshold. The data indicates that this system is more than capable of running Evolve smoothly at 1080p and 1440p with maximum settings, and it can handle 4K with High settings while maintaining playable frame rates. For users who prioritize 4K Ultra, the 41.1 FPS result would be noticeably less smooth, but the 63.6 FPS at High is a viable alternative.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations for Evolve, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti ranks 867th out of 3700 total combinations. This places the system in the top 23.4% of all tested configurations, which is a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU from the previous generation. The rank of 867 out of 3700 indicates that while there are many faster combinations, the vast majority of systems tested perform worse than this one. Given that the RTX 3080 Ti sits in the 83rd percentile among all GPUs and the i5-14600KF sits in the 90th percentile among all CPUs, the combined rank of 867 out of 3700 is consistent with both components being well above average individually. The fact that this system can achieve 108 FPS at 1080p Ultra and 74 FPS at 1440p Ultra in Evolve suggests that it outperforms roughly 76.6% of the tested combinations in this game, making it a solid choice for high-refresh-rate gaming.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only at certain settings. The data shows that at 3840x2160, High, Low, and Medium presets are all playable, with High providing the best average FPS at 63.6. Ultra settings at 4K are not playable, as they only achieve 41.1 FPS average.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate achievable with this hardware in Evolve?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 263.2, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only configuration that exceeds 250 FPS, while 1080p Medium reaches 206.1 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 3080 Ti compare to the RTX 5070 in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 3080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 41187, while the RTX 5070 scores 40377. This means the RTX 3080 Ti is 2% ahead of the RTX 5070 based on the deltaPct value in the nearestRivals data.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for achieving high frame rates at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low, the system reaches 263.2 FPS, which indicates the CPU is not a bottleneck at this resolution. As settings increase to Ultra, the FPS drops to 108.1, showing that the GPU becomes the limiting factor when graphical load increases.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 2560x1440 for the highest visual quality while maintaining 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice at 1440p, as it provides an average FPS of 74.2, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding preset that remains playable at this resolution.

Q: How many total hardware combinations have been tested for Evolve, and where does this one rank?

A: This combination ranks 867th out of 3700 total tested combinations. This places it in the top 23.4% of all systems tested for this game.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that maintains an average FPS of at least 60 is the recommended configuration for each resolution. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset achieves 108.1 FPS, which is the highest visual quality available while still providing a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the clear choice for 1080p gaming, as it delivers both excellent visuals and smooth performance. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset also remains the best option, with an average FPS of 74.2. This is lower than the 1080p result but still well above the playability threshold, so users can enjoy maximum settings at this resolution without compromising on frame rate. At 3840x2160, the situation changes, as the Ultra preset drops to 41.1 FPS, which is unplayable. The best setting at 4K is High, which provides an average FPS of 63.6. This allows for high visual fidelity while keeping the frame rate above 60 FPS, though users who prioritize smoother motion may prefer Medium at 74.8 FPS or Low at 98 FPS. The data clearly indicates that 1080p and 1440p users can max out the game, while 4K users should stick to High or lower settings for the best balance of quality and performance.