Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers a strong performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. This combination ranks 350th out of 3700 tested combos for this game, placing it in the top 10% of all tested configurations. The measured frame rates show a system that can handle high refresh rate gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K remaining viable at high settings. The data indicates that this is a capable pairing for Evolve, with the GPU providing substantial headroom for most resolutions and presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo holds rank 350 out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve, which places it in the 90th percentile of all tested systems. This high ranking is supported by the individual component percentiles: the CPU sits at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, and the GPU at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. The data suggests that this pairing is well-balanced for this game, with neither component dragging down the overall performance.

Looking at the CPU's nearest rivals, the Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403, which is only 0.1% below the i7-12700KF's average benchmark score of 35365. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, putting it 0.2% ahead of the i7-12700KF. The Intel Core 5 213PE scores 35428, 0.2% behind, and the Intel Core i7-12700K scores 35287, which is 0.2% ahead of the i7-12700KF. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning that for Evolve, the CPU choice among these options would have virtually no measurable impact on frame rates.

On the GPU side, the nearest rivals show a slightly wider spread. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 scores 50001, only 0.1% below the RTX 5070 Ti's average of 49957. The Intel Arc A550M scores 49737, which is 0.4% ahead. The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 50951, placing it 2% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT scores 48477, which is 3.1% behind. The data shows that the RTX 5070 Ti sits between the RX 6900 XT and the RX 6800 XT in overall GPU compute performance, but the actual FPS differences in Evolve will depend on how the game scales with each architecture.

The rank of 350 suggests that while this is a high-performing combo, there are 349 other tested combinations that achieve better results in Evolve. Given the component percentiles and the measured frame rates, those higher-ranked combos likely feature more recent flagship CPUs or GPUs, but the data shows this pairing still provides an excellent gaming experience.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, at 4K the combo achieves 76.6 FPS on High settings, 97.2 FPS on Medium, and 123 FPS on Low. However, Ultra settings at 4K only reach 48.9 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset runs at 89 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes Ultra the best playable setting at this resolution, as it provides the highest visual quality while maintaining smooth performance.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to the RX 6900 XT for this game?

A: In synthetic benchmarks, the RX 6900 XT scores 50951, which is 2% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti's 49957 average score. This indicates the RX 6900 XT has slightly higher raw GPU compute performance, but the actual FPS difference in Evolve would depend on driver optimizations and game-specific scaling.

Q: Is the i7-12700KF significantly different from the i7-12700K?

A: The benchmark data shows the i7-12700K scores 35287, which is only 0.2% higher than the i7-12700KF's 35365. This difference is negligible for gaming purposes, meaning both CPUs would deliver nearly identical performance in Evolve.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves 138 FPS on average. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience for high refresh rate monitors.

Q: Does the combo maintain playable frame rates across all settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, at 2560x1440, all four presets are playable: Low runs at 216.7 FPS, Medium at 163.3 FPS, High at 129.4 FPS, and Ultra at 89 FPS. Every preset stays above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional frame rates across the board. The Low preset achieves 321 FPS, which is the highest measured value in the entire dataset. Medium settings run at 246.4 FPS, High at 192.9 FPS, and Ultra at 138 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a consistent reduction in FPS, with Ultra delivering roughly 43% of the Low preset's frame rate.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains very strong. The Low preset runs at 216.7 FPS, Medium at 163.3 FPS, High at 129.4 FPS, and Ultra at 89 FPS. The resolution increase from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 32-36% across all presets, which is a typical scaling factor for GPU-bound scenarios. The Ultra preset at 1440p still maintains a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the performance landscape changes more dramatically. Low settings run at 123 FPS, Medium at 97.2 FPS, and High at 76.6 FPS, all remaining above the playable threshold. However, Ultra settings drop to 48.9 FPS, which falls below 60 FPS and is not considered playable according to the data. The drop from High to Ultra at 4K represents a 27.7 FPS decrease, which is a significant step that pushes the system below the playable threshold.

The data shows that resolution scaling is not perfectly linear. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by roughly one-third, while the transition from 1440p to 4K reduces FPS by approximately 40-45%. This suggests that the GPU becomes increasingly stressed at higher resolutions, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the only configuration that fails to maintain 60 FPS.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that this PC can run Evolve successfully at all tested resolutions, with the single exception of 4K Ultra settings. At 1920x1080, all four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the Ultra preset achieving 138 FPS. This means 1080p gaming is fully playable at maximum settings, and the frame rates are high enough to support 120Hz or even 144Hz monitors.

At 2560x1440, the verdict is equally positive. All four presets maintain frame rates above 60 FPS, with Ultra running at 89 FPS. This resolution offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, allowing users to enable the highest settings without worrying about dropped frames.

At 3840x2160, the system remains playable for High, Medium, and Low settings, with average frame rates of 76.6, 97.2, and 123 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 48.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable setting at 4K is High, which achieves 76.6 FPS. For users who prioritize 4K gaming, the High preset provides a solid experience, while those who want Ultra settings at 4K would need to consider a more powerful GPU.

Overall, the verdict is that this combo is well-suited for Evolve at 1080p and 1440p at any settings, and at 4K with High settings or below. The system offers a wide range of playable configurations, with only the most demanding preset at the highest resolution falling short.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i7-13700T, Intel Core i5-13600T, Intel Core 5 213PE, and Intel Core i7-12700K all have average benchmark scores within 0.2% of the i7-12700KF. In practical terms, swapping the i7-12700KF for any of these CPUs would result in nearly identical frame rates in Evolve. The i7-12700K is particularly notable as it is essentially the same processor with a slightly different performance profile, showing a 0.2% higher average score.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 scores within 0.1% of the RTX 5070 Ti, making it the closest match in synthetic benchmarks. The Intel Arc A550M is 0.4% ahead, while the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT is 2% higher and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is 3.1% lower. Based on these deltas, a system with an RX 6900 XT would likely produce slightly higher frame rates in Evolve, while an RX 6800 XT would produce somewhat lower frame rates. The RX Vega 64 and Arc A550M would perform nearly identically to the RTX 5070 Ti in this game.

For users considering alternative configurations, pairing the i7-12700KF with an RX 6900 XT would provide a modest performance uplift, while pairing it with an RX 6800 XT would result in a small performance decrease. The data suggests that CPU differences among the listed rivals are negligible for this game, so the GPU choice has a larger impact on overall FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, which achieves 138 FPS on average. This is the highest quality setting available and provides an excellent margin above the playable threshold. Users with high refresh rate monitors can take full advantage of the 138 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, the best playable setting is also Ultra, running at 89 FPS. This remains comfortably above 60 FPS, offering a smooth experience with maximum visual quality. The 89 FPS average provides some headroom for demanding scenes, though it may not fully saturate a 144Hz monitor.

At 3840x2160, the best playable setting is High, which achieves 76.6 FPS. Ultra at 4K drops to 48.9 FPS, which is below the playable threshold, so High is the highest quality preset that maintains smooth performance. The 76.6 FPS average provides a good balance between visual fidelity and frame rate for 4K gaming.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows that the GPU is the primary performance driver in Evolve, particularly at higher resolutions. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rates by approximately 32-36% across all presets, while the scaling from 1440p to 4K reduces frame rates by roughly 40-45%. This pattern indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti becomes increasingly stressed as resolution increases, while the CPU's role diminishes.

At 1080p, the CPU has more influence on performance, as the GPU can produce very high frame rates (up to 321 FPS on Low settings). At these high frame rates, the CPU's ability to feed the GPU becomes more relevant. The i7-12700KF's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3dmark single-thread score of 1043 and a cinebench R23 single-core score of 4071, helps ensure the GPU is not bottlenecked at lower resolutions.

At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The consistent FPS reductions across all presets when moving to higher resolutions show that the RTX 5070 Ti's raw throughput, with its 43.94 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 896.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, determines the upper limits of performance. The CPU's impact is less noticeable at these resolutions, as the frame rates are lower and the GPU has more time to process each frame.

The preset scaling also reveals the GPU's role. At 1080p, moving from Low to Ultra reduces FPS from 321 to 138, a 57% drop. At 1440p, the same preset change drops FPS from 216.7 to 89, a 59% reduction. At 4K, the drop from Low to Ultra is from 123 to 48.9, a 60% reduction. This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck when increasing graphics settings, with the CPU maintaining a consistent level of support across all resolutions.