Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers a dominant performance profile in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Benchmark data indicates that this combination is not merely playable but overwhelmingly fast, with the RTX 5080's raw throughput providing triple-digit frame rates at nearly every setting combination tested. The only exception is the most demanding preset at 4K, where the system still maintains a playable average. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to determine the best settings for each resolution, the balance of CPU versus GPU load, and how this specific hardware pairing ranks against all other tested configurations.

Best Settings per Resolution

The benchmark data identifies the most demanding preset that keeps the average frame rate at or above the 60 FPS playability threshold. At 3840x2160 (4K), the High preset is the optimal choice, delivering an average of 81 FPS. While the Medium preset also clears the threshold with 103 FPS, High offers a superior visual experience without sacrificing smoothness. The Ultra preset falls below the playability line, averaging just 56 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the system has enough headroom to run the Ultra preset, the highest available, at an average of 98 FPS. This is a significant achievement, as it means the visual ceiling is fully unlocked at this resolution. The High preset runs even faster at 142 FPS, but the data shows Ultra is viable, making it the best setting for maximum fidelity.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the performance is exceptional. The Ultra preset averages 146 FPS, which is more than double the playability threshold. This makes Ultra the clear best setting, as it provides maximum visual quality while still delivering a very high frame rate. The system is so fast at 1080p that even the most demanding settings are easily handled.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear pattern regarding which component is the primary driver. The frame rate delta between 1080p and 1440p is substantial. The Ultra preset drops from 146 FPS at 1080p to 98 FPS at 1440p, a reduction of roughly 33%. This indicates that the GPU is becoming more stressed as pixel count increases, which is typical for a graphically intensive title.

However, the most telling data point is the 4K performance. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 56, a sharp decline from the 98 FPS at 1440p. This steep drop confirms that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the limiting factor at this resolution and preset. The GPU's workload scales with resolution, and at 4K with Ultra settings, it reaches its limit for maintaining 60 FPS.

Conversely, the CPU's role is less prominent. The Intel Core i7-12700K, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, provides ample processing power. This is evidenced by the massive frame rates at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system generates 347 FPS, and at 1440p Low it still manages 233 FPS. These figures suggest that the CPU is not a bottleneck in this scenario, as the frame rates are primarily dictated by the GPU's ability to render frames. The scaling between Low and Ultra settings at a fixed resolution further emphasizes this; at 1440p, the jump from Low (233 FPS) to Ultra (98 FPS) is a 58% reduction, a classic sign of GPU-bound performance. The data indicates that for this game and this hardware combo, the GPU is the dominant component, with CPU headroom to spare.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested hardware combinations for Evolve, this pairing performs exceptionally well. The comboRankInGame data places the Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 at rank 177 out of 3700 tested combinations. This places the system in the top 5% of all configurations, indicating a very high level of performance.

This ranking is consistent with the individual component benchmarks. The CPU sits in the 84th percentile compared to all CPUs, and the GPU sits in the 87th percentile compared to all GPUs. The high ranking for this combo is a direct result of combining two high-percentile components. The data shows that this is a top-tier pairing that will handle Evolve with ease, providing a smooth and high-fidelity experience that only a small fraction of other tested systems can match.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For users considering this build, the benchmark data provides several "nearest rival" components that offer similar performance levels. These are not necessarily direct competitors, but rather alternative parts that benchmark within a small percentage of the chosen hardware.

For the CPU, the closest alternatives are incredibly close in performance. The Intel Core i5-13600T has an average score of 35305, which is only -0.1% different from the i7-12700K's score of 35287. The Intel Core i7-12700KF is similarly matched, with a score of 35365 and a delta of -0.2%. The Intel Core i7-13700T is also a near-identical performer, scoring 35403, a -0.3% difference. Finally, the Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428, a -0.4% difference. This indicates that swapping the i7-12700K for any of these would result in virtually no change in game performance.

On the GPU side, the nearest rivals show more variance but are still in the same performance ballpark. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757, which is 0.6% higher than the RTX 5080's 56083 average score. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, a 0.7% difference. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is a bit further off, scoring 54828, a 2.3% difference. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57367, which is -2.2% lower than the RTX 5080, meaning the RTX 5080 is actually faster than this rival. In all cases, the performance difference is minimal, suggesting that users would see similar frame rates with any of these GPUs.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured frame rates for each resolution and settings combination. Min and Max FPS are only provided for the Medium preset, as per the available data.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 56 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | High | 81 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 103 | 87 | 118 |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 133 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 98 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 142 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 181 | 153 | 208 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 233 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 146 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 211 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 269 | 229 | 310 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 347 | - | - |

The data shows that the Medium preset at 1080p has a minimum of 229 FPS and a maximum of 310 FPS. At 1440p, the Medium preset ranges from 153 FPS to 208 FPS. At 4K, the Medium preset has a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS. This provides a clear picture of frame time consistency, with the system maintaining high minimums even at higher resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Evolve at 60 FPS on maximum settings at 1440p?*

A: Yes. The measured data shows an average of 98 FPS at 2560x1440 with the Ultra preset, well above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset to use at 4K resolution?

A: The High preset is the best option for 3840x2160. It delivers an average of 81 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset averages 56 FPS, which is below the threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the dominant component. This is evidenced by the significant frame rate drop when increasing resolution at Ultra settings (from 146 FPS at 1080p to 98 FPS at 1440p and 56 FPS at 4K). The CPU provides ample headroom, as shown by the very high frame rates at Low settings.

Q: How does this hardware combo rank against all other tested systems?

A: The combination ranks 177 out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve, placing it in the top 5% of all systems tested.

Q: Are there any alternative CPUs that would perform similarly?

A: Yes. The Intel Core i5-13600T and Intel Core i7-12700KF are the closest rivals, with average benchmark scores within -0.1% and -0.2% of the Intel Core i7-12700K, respectively. This suggests swapping to these would yield nearly identical performance.

Q: What are the minimum frame rates at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with the Medium preset, the minimum measured frame rate is 87 FPS, with a maximum of 118 FPS and an average of 103 FPS.