Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination presents a compelling case study for Evolve, a 2015 FPS. The data indicates that this pairing is heavily influenced by resolution and graphics settings, with the GPU emerging as the primary performance arbiter at higher resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers a fully playable experience across all tested presets, while 2560x1440 offers a strong balance, and 3840x2160 pushes the hardware to its limits, requiring a significant reduction in visual fidelity to maintain smooth gameplay.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest preset that maintains an average of 60 FPS or higher at 1920x1080?

A: The data shows that the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 is the most demanding setting to remain playable, with an average frame rate of 74 FPS. This is the highest visual quality tier tested for this resolution that clears the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: How significant is the performance drop when moving from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 at High settings?

A: The benchmark results indicate a substantial decrease in performance. At 2560x1440 High, the average FPS is 72, but this falls to 41 FPS at 3840x2160 High. This represents a performance reduction of over 40% when moving to the higher resolution.

Q: At which resolution is the Ultra preset not playable according to the verdict data?

A: The Ultra preset fails to meet the 60 FPS threshold at both 3840x2160 and 2560x1440. At 3840x2160 Ultra, the average FPS is 28, and at 2560x1440 Ultra, it is 50. Only at 1920x1080 Ultra, with an average of 74 FPS, does this setting become playable.

Q: What is the average frame rate for the Low preset at 3840x2160, and is it considered playable?

A: The Low preset at 3840x2160 achieves an average of 67 FPS. According to the `verdictByResolution` data, this is the only playable setting at 4K, as it is the sole configuration that clears the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the combo rank overall compared to other tested hardware configurations?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 is ranked 2181 out of 3700 tested combos in the database for Evolve. This places it in the middle of the pack, indicating that while it can run the game well at certain settings, many other configurations offer better performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for the Medium preset at 1920x1080?

A: The benchmark data lists a minimum FPS of 116 for the Medium preset at 1920x1080. This is well above the 60 FPS playability threshold, suggesting the frame time is consistent and smooth during demanding gameplay moments.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance data for Evolve reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution changes. At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates strong performance across all presets, with the Low preset hitting 176 FPS and Ultra still managing 74 FPS. This wide spread suggests that at this resolution, the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the primary limiting factor, as the Intel Core i7-12700K has ample headroom to feed frames. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a performance drop of roughly 58%, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU's strong multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784, are more than sufficient for this 2015 title at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the GPU's workload increases, and the frame rates reflect this. The average FPS at High settings is 72, which is a significant drop from the 107 FPS seen at 1920x1080 High. The gap between Low (118 FPS) and Ultra (50 FPS) widens, further confirming the GPU's dominant role. The CPU's performance becomes less influential here, as the resolution scaling puts more pressure on the rendering pipeline. The benchmark results indicate that the system is still playable at High and Medium settings, but the headroom is reduced.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the bottleneck. The data shows a dramatic collapse in performance, with the High preset dropping to 41 FPS and Ultra to 28 FPS. The difference between 1440p High (72 FPS) and 4K High (41 FPS) is a clear indicator that the RX 9060's compute and memory bandwidth are being saturated. Even the Low preset at 67 FPS requires a substantial reduction in graphical quality to achieve playability. This pattern across resolutions demonstrates that while the CPU is a capable partner, the Radeon RX 9060 dictates the playable envelope for Evolve, especially as pixel count increases.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080: The system performs exceptionally well at this resolution. The Low preset delivers an average of 176 FPS, providing a highly responsive experience. The Medium preset achieves an average of 137 FPS, with a minimum of 116 FPS and a maximum of 157 FPS, indicating a smooth frame delivery. High settings see the average drop to 107 FPS. The Ultra preset, while the most demanding, still maintains a playable average of 74 FPS, confirming that this combination can handle the game at maximum fidelity at 1080p.

2560x1440: At this resolution, performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's limitations. The Low preset yields a high average of 118 FPS. The Medium preset provides a solid experience with an average of 92 FPS, a minimum of 78 FPS, and a maximum of 105 FPS. High settings are still playable, with an average of 72 FPS. However, the Ultra preset drops below the playability threshold, averaging just 50 FPS, which would result in noticeable stuttering and a less fluid experience.

3840x2160: This resolution proves to be a significant challenge for the hardware. The Low preset is the only playable option, with an average of 67 FPS. The Medium preset averages 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS, showing that the system frequently dips below the 60 FPS target. High settings drop further to an average of 41 FPS, and the Ultra preset is not viable, with an average of just 28 FPS. The data confirms that 4K gaming with this combo requires substantial compromises in visual quality.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals, based on average benchmark score, include the Intel Core i5-13600T, which has an average score of 35305, a negligible 0.1% difference from the i7-12700K's 35287. The Intel Core i7-12700KF is also a near-identical performer with a score of 35365, representing a 0.2% delta. These processors would provide essentially the same level of CPU performance in Evolve, meaning any frame rate differences would be minimal and likely within the margin of error. The Intel Core i7-13700T and Intel Core 5 213PE also fall within a 0.4% performance delta, further solidifying that the i7-12700K is in a tightly clustered group of similar CPUs.

On the GPU side, the AMD Radeon RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is its closest rival, with an average score of 16129, a delta of -0.7%. This indicates that the RTX 3060 Ti is slightly faster on average and would likely produce marginally higher frame rates in Evolve at the same settings and resolution. The AMD Radeon R9 370X and AMD Radeon RX 7700 have scores of 15862 and 15852 respectively, showing a 1% performance deficit. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is slightly further behind at 15679, a 2.1% delta. In practice, these GPUs would deliver a very similar gameplay experience, with the RTX 3060 Ti potentially offering a few more frames per second.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 is ranked 2181 out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve. This places the system in the 59th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly 59% of other hardware pairings in this specific game. While this is a respectable position, it indicates that this is not a top-tier setup for Evolve. The rank suggests that many other combinations, likely featuring more powerful GPUs, can achieve higher frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The 4K performance data, where only the Low preset is playable, aligns with this mid-pack ranking, as it shows the system's limitations relative to more capable hardware.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Evolve? Yes, the benchmark data confirms that this system is capable of running the game, but the experience is heavily dependent on the chosen resolution and graphical settings. The `verdictByResolution` data provides a clear picture. At 1920x1080, the system is fully capable, with all four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) achieving an average of 60 FPS or higher. This makes 1080p the optimal resolution for a high-quality experience, allowing the user to max out the settings.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable, but with restrictions. The High, Low, and Medium presets all clear the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset, however, is not playable, with an average of 50 FPS. This means users at 1440p must accept a slight reduction in visual quality to maintain smooth gameplay. At 3840x2160, the system's limitations are stark. Only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 67 FPS. All other settings fall below the 60 FPS target. Therefore, while 4K is technically possible, it requires significant graphical compromises.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data reveals the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS for each resolution.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is Low, which achieves an average of 67 FPS. This is the only configuration that meets the playability threshold.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is High, with an average of 72 FPS. This allows for a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, though it is notably Medium is also a strong option, averaging 92 FPS, and Low provides an even higher frame rate of 118 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the best playable setting is Ultra, which averages 74 FPS. This allows users to experience the game with all visual features enabled while maintaining a smooth and responsive frame rate, making it the definitive choice for this resolution.