Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination delivers a wide range of performance in Evolve, scaling from a 34.9 FPS average at 4K Ultra to a 216.3 FPS average at 1080p Low. The data shows that this pairing is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions and presets, while the processor's strong multi-threaded capabilities ensure headroom at lower settings. The measured FPS figures, derived from actual testing, indicate a system that is generally capable of smooth gameplay, though the most demanding 4K preset falls below the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU and GPU each have close performance neighbors based on their aggregate benchmark scores, providing a reference point for what other hardware might behave similarly in Evolve. For the Intel Core i7-12700K, its average benchmark score of 35287 places it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs, with the nearest rival being the Intel Core i5-13600T, which scores 35305, a delta of -0.1%. This effectively makes the i5-13600T a near-identical match in overall compute performance. Following closely are the Intel Core i7-12700KF at 35365 (-0.2% delta), the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35403 (-0.3% delta), and the Intel Core 5 213PE at 35428 (-0.4% delta). For gaming, particularly in a title like Evolve where frame rates are often high, the single-threaded and multi-threaded performance of these CPUs would be statistically indistinguishable, meaning any of these alternatives would likely produce nearly identical FPS results when paired with the same GPU.

On the graphics side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 holds an average benchmark score of 17208, which places it at the 61st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT with an average score of 17083, a delta of 0.7%. This suggests the two cards deliver essentially equivalent rasterization performance, making the RX 7600 XT a viable alternative for Evolve. Other nearby alternatives include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 at 17037 (1% delta) and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M at 17019 (1.1% delta). Notably, the NVIDIA Tesla K40c scores 17468, which is -1.5% delta, indicating slightly higher aggregate performance, though its driver and feature set may not be optimized for gaming. For Evolve specifically, the RX 7600 XT is the most relevant comparison, as it would likely produce frame rates within a fraction of a percent of the RTX 3070 across all resolutions and presets, given the near-identical benchmark averages.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data for Evolve reveals a clear shift in component dependency as resolution and settings change. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves a 216.3 FPS average, which is a very high frame rate that typically demands strong CPU throughput to feed the GPU. The i7-12700K, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, provides sufficient single-thread performance to sustain these high frame rates, as evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 1043 and passmark_singlethread score of 4013. In this scenario, the GPU is still the primary limiter, but the CPU's role is critical in preventing a bottleneck at such elevated FPS levels. As the resolution increases to 2560x1440 and 3840x2160, the demand on the GPU grows substantially, and the CPU becomes less of a factor. For instance, at 4K Ultra, the FPS drops to 34.9, a 84% reduction from the 1080p Low figure, which is a classic sign of GPU saturation.

The scaling between presets at each resolution further illustrates this dynamic. At 4K, moving from Low (82.3 FPS) to Medium (61.8 FPS) to High (49.1 FPS) to Ultra (34.9 FPS) shows a progressive decline that is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's pixel and texture throughput limits. The RTX 3070's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are the primary constraints at this resolution. Conversely, at 1080p, the differences between presets are smaller in absolute terms but still significant, with Low at 216.3 FPS and Ultra at 93 FPS. Here, the CPU's capability to handle the game's logic and draw calls is more prominent, but the GPU remains the dominant factor. The data indicates that for this combo, the RTX 3070 is the primary determinant of frame rate across all tested settings, with the i7-12700K providing ample headroom that never becomes a limiting factor in the measured scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings, with average frame rates reported for each combination.

At 3840x2160, the system averages 82.3 FPS on Low settings, which is playable. Moving to Medium yields 61.8 FPS, still above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings drop the average to 49.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 34.9 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is 20.5 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 12.7 FPS, and High to Ultra is 14.2 FPS. This shows a consistent degradation as visual fidelity increases, with the largest incremental drop occurring from Low to Medium.

At 2560x1440, the performance is notably higher. Low settings produce an average of 147 FPS, which is 64.7 FPS higher than the 4K Low result. Medium averages 110.4 FPS, High averages 89.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 62.1 FPS. The progression from Low to Medium is a 36.6 FPS drop, Medium to High is 21.3 FPS, and High to Ultra is 27 FPS. All settings at this resolution remain at or above 60 FPS, with Ultra just barely clearing the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings average 216.3 FPS, Medium averages 165.5 FPS, High averages 134.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 93 FPS. The differences between presets are 50.8 FPS (Low to Medium), 31.4 FPS (Medium to High), and 41.1 FPS (High to Ultra). Every setting at 1080p exceeds 60 FPS by a wide margin, with even Ultra providing a 33 FPS buffer over the playability threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined performance of the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 in Evolve places it at rank 1565 out of 3700 tested combos, which is roughly the 58th percentile of all configurations in the database. This ranking reflects the system's ability to handle the game at high settings across most resolutions, but it is not an extreme high-end setup. The rank is influenced by the fact that many combos with more powerful GPUs or newer CPUs achieve higher average frame rates, particularly at 4K Ultra where the RTX 3070's limitations are exposed. However, the rank also indicates that this combo outperforms a substantial portion of the tested hardware, likely due to the i7-12700K's strong multi-core performance, which helps in scenarios where the CPU is not fully saturated. The data suggests that in Evolve, this combo sits in the upper-middle tier, capable of delivering smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p, but requiring settings compromises at 4K.

The Verdict

According to the verdictByResolution data, this PC can run Evolve with playable performance at all three tested resolutions, provided the correct settings are selected. The playable threshold is 60 FPS, and the system clears this at 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 across all presets, including Ultra. At 3840x2160, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings, with Low averaging 82.3 FPS and Medium averaging 61.8 FPS. High and Ultra at 4K are not playable, as they fall below 60 FPS with averages of 49.1 FPS and 34.9 FPS, respectively. For a 1080p or 1440p display, this combo delivers a fully smooth experience with no need to compromise on visual quality. At 4K, users must switch to Medium settings or lower to maintain fluid frame rates, which is a reasonable trade-off given the resolution's demanding nature.

Best Settings per Resolution

The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS at each resolution is as follows:

• 3840x2160: The best settings are Medium, which achieves an average of 61.8 FPS. Low also qualifies at 82.3 FPS, but Medium offers higher visual fidelity while still clearing the 60 FPS threshold by a narrow margin.
• 2560x1440: The best settings are Ultra, with an average of 62.1 FPS. This is the highest preset available, and it just barely stays above the playability line, providing maximum graphical quality at this resolution.
• 1920x1080: The best settings are Ultra, achieving an average of 93 FPS. This provides a substantial 33 FPS buffer over the 60 FPS threshold, allowing for a high-refresh-rate experience on most 1080p monitors.

FAQ

Q: Can the Intel Core i7-12700K and RTX 3070 run Evolve at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at 4K, the combination is playable on Low and Medium settings, with average frame rates of 82.3 FPS and 61.8 FPS respectively. High and Ultra settings are not playable, as they drop to 49.1 FPS and 34.9 FPS.

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves an average of 62.1 FPS, which is the most demanding setting that stays at or above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, in aggregate benchmark performance?

A: The RTX 3070 has an average benchmark score of 17208, while the RX 7600 XT scores 17083, a delta of 0.7%. This indicates the two GPUs have nearly equivalent overall performance.

Q: Is the i7-12700K a limiting factor at 1080p Low settings?

A: The data shows a 216.3 FPS average at 1080p Low, which is a high frame rate that benefits from strong CPU performance. The i7-12700K's single-thread score of 1043 in 3dmark suggests it is not a bottleneck, as the system maintains over 200 FPS.

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

A: The combo ranks 1565 out of 3700 configurations tested in Evolve, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all hardware combinations.

Q: At which resolution does the Ultra preset fall below 60 FPS?

A: The Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS only at 3840x2160, where it averages 34.9 FPS. At 2560x1440 and 1920x1080, Ultra averages 62.1 FPS and 93 FPS, respectively.