Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers a strong performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The measured data shows this combination is capable of high frame rates across most settings, though the demands of 4K Ultra exceed the 60 FPS threshold. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, optimal settings, component roles, and overall ranking using only the provided benchmark data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results for this CPU-GPU combo in Evolve reveal a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are exceptionally high, starting at 283.1 FPS on Low, 219.7 FPS on Medium, 170.1 FPS on High, and 117.2 FPS on Ultra. All 1080p presets clear the 60 FPS threshold by a wide margin, with even the most demanding Ultra setting nearly doubling the playability target.

Moving to 2560x1440, the data shows a predictable performance drop but still maintains high averages. Low settings produce 191.8 FPS, Medium yields 148.8 FPS, High delivers 112.5 FPS, and Ultra remains solidly playable at 79.1 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is approximately 112.7 FPS, indicating that the graphics settings have a substantial impact on performance.

At 3840x2160, the 4K resolution imposes a heavier load. Low settings still achieve 109.4 FPS, Medium drops to 80.7 FPS, and High falls to 67.5 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, dips to 47.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a reduction of roughly 40-45% in average FPS for each corresponding preset, demonstrating the significant GPU workload increase at higher pixel counts.

No minimum or maximum FPS values are provided in the data, so the analysis relies solely on average frame rates. The highest measured average is 283.1 FPS at 1080p Low, while the lowest is 47.3 FPS at 4K Ultra. These extremes highlight the range of performance this combo can deliver depending on the user's resolution and quality preferences.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average FPS of 117.2. This is the best possible visual quality available in the data, and it still provides more than enough headroom above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best settings are also Ultra, achieving an average of 79.1 FPS. While this is lower than the 1080p Ultra result, it remains comfortably above the playability cutoff, offering high visual fidelity without sacrificing smooth gameplay.

For 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset falls to 47.3 FPS, which is not playable by the 60 FPS standard. Therefore, the best settings at 4K are High, with an average FPS of 67.5. This preset provides the highest quality that still maintains a playable frame rate, though the margin above 60 FPS is slim compared to lower resolutions.

The verdict data confirms these findings: 1080p and 1440p support all four presets, while 4K supports Low, Medium, and High but excludes Ultra. The recommended best settings align with the highest playable preset at each resolution.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data suggests that the GPU plays the dominant role in this game, particularly at higher resolutions. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows an average FPS reduction of around 30-35% across presets, and the jump from 1440p to 4K results in an additional 40-45% decrease. This resolution sensitivity is characteristic of GPU-bound workloads, where the rendering load increases with pixel count.

At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high across all settings, with even Ultra hitting 117.2 FPS. This suggests that the CPU (Intel Core i7-12700K) is not the limiting factor at this resolution, as the GPU is able to deliver near-maximum output. The 12-core, 20-thread processor provides ample headroom for the game's logic and physics, which is expected for a title from 2015.

The CPU's benchmark scores support this interpretation. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19784 and Geekbench multicore score of 15790 indicate strong multi-threaded performance, which would prevent bottlenecking in most gaming scenarios. The single-core performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1850.5, ensuring responsive frame pacing.

The GPU's role becomes more evident at 4K, where the Ultra preset drops to 47.3 FPS. This is a clear sign that the Radeon RX 7900 XT is under heavy load, as the pixel throughput requirements at 4K exceed what the GPU can sustain at maximum settings. The GPU's passmark G3D score of 29009 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5623 indicate high raw performance, but 4K Ultra in this game pushes beyond its capabilities.

In summary, the CPU is sufficiently powerful to avoid bottlenecks at all tested resolutions, while the GPU dictates the performance ceiling. At 1080p and 1440p, the GPU has ample headroom; at 4K, it becomes the constraining factor, particularly on Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination ranks 707th out of 3700 tested combos in this game. This places it in the top 19.1% of all configurations tested, indicating a high-performance setup overall. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 84, meaning it outperforms 84% of all CPUs in the benchmark database. The GPU's percentile is 55, which is lower but still above average.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 35287, while the GPU's average is 13745. These scores contribute to the combo's overall ranking, but the game-specific measured FPS provides a more relevant picture. The combo's rank of 707 suggests that many other combinations achieve higher frame rates in Evolve, likely due to more powerful GPUs or better optimization for this specific title.

The data indicates that this combo is well above the median but not at the top tier. The top 19% placement is respectable, and the measured FPS confirms that the system can handle the game smoothly at most settings. However, the 4K Ultra shortfall shows that there are limits to this configuration's capabilities.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals for the CPU, several Intel processors offer nearly identical performance. The Intel Core i5-13600T has an average score of 35305, which is 0.1% lower than the i7-12700K's 35287. This indicates that a gamer could choose this lower-power part and see almost no difference in Evolve. Similarly, the Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35365, a 0.2% delta, making it a direct substitute with slightly better performance. The Intel Core i7-13700T and Intel Core 5 213PE are also within 0.3-0.4% of the i7-12700K's score, meaning all four alternatives would behave essentially identically in this game.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show a different pattern. The AMD Radeon 660M has an average score of 13812, which is 0.5% higher than the RX 7900 XT's 13745. This is surprising given the different market segments, but the data shows they are close in this specific benchmark. The NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile scores 13821, also 0.5% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 570X scores 13871, 0.9% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT scores 13543, which is 1.5% lower than the RX 7900 XT.

These GPU rivals would produce very similar frame rates in Evolve, with the RX 570X being the closest performer at 0.9% faster. The differences are minimal, so any of these alternatives would provide a comparable gaming experience at the tested resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable setting at 4K resolution?

A: The best settings at 3840x2160 is High, with an average FPS of 67.5. The Ultra preset drops to 47.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 1440p with maximum settings?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 79.1 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold. All four presets at this resolution are playable.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287, while the nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600T, scores 35305 (0.1% higher). The Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35365, 0.2% higher. These differences are negligible for gaming.

Q: What is the lowest measured average FPS in the data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 47.3 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is the only preset across all tested resolutions that falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations?

A: This CPU-GPU combination ranks 707th out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the top 19.1% of all configurations.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU more limiting at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the GPU is not a limiting factor, as even Ultra settings achieve 117.2 FPS. The CPU's strong multi-core performance (Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19784) provides ample headroom, making this resolution GPU-bound with high headroom.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT can run Evolve, but the playable settings vary by resolution. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra achieving 117.2 FPS. At 2560x1440, all settings are also playable, with Ultra at 79.1 FPS. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset fails to reach 60 FPS, but High, Medium, and Low are all playable, with High being the best at 67.5 FPS.

The data shows this combo is more than sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming at the highest quality settings. For 4K, users must compromise by selecting High instead of Ultra to maintain smooth gameplay. The system ranks 707th out of 3700 combos, indicating solid performance but not top-tier. Overall, this PC delivers a smooth experience for Evolve across most resolutions and presets, with only 4K Ultra requiring a settings reduction.