Evolve

# Intel Core i7-13700K + Intel Arc B370: Evolve Benchmark Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700K pairs with the Intel Arc B370 in this Evolve benchmark assessment. The data shows a desktop platform with 16 cores (24 threads) and a dedicated Arc discrete-class GPU. This combination targets 1440p and 1080p gaming, where the CPU's high multi-core throughput and the GPU's dedicated rendering resources can be leveraged. The recorded measurements provide a clear picture of performance scaling, component roles, and playable settings for this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The database includes average FPS measurements for the Core i7-13700K and Arc B370 combination. Results are grouped by resolution and graphics preset. Where minimum and maximum FPS are recorded, they are listed; otherwise, the average is the primary reference.

At 4K (3840x2160), the data shows only one usable preset:

• High: average 19 FPS. No minimum or maximum values recorded.
• Low: average 31 FPS.
• Medium: average 24 FPS, with a minimum of 20 and maximum of 27 FPS.
• Ultra: average 13 FPS.

The 4K resolution is demanding. The average FPS values across presets range from 13 to 31. The Medium preset provides a slightly more stable frame pacing (min 20, max 27) compared to the Low preset's flat 31 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, four presets were measured:

• High: average 33 FPS.
• Low: average 54 FPS.
• Medium: average 42 FPS, minimum 35, maximum 48.
• Ultra: average 23 FPS.

The scaling from 4K to 1440p shows a significant jump. The High preset at 1440p (33 FPS) is 74% faster than the High preset at 4K (19 FPS). The Medium preset at 1440p (42 FPS avg) is 75% faster than the same preset at 4K (24 FPS). This indicates the GPU's rendering load is a major factor at 4K.

At 1920x1080, the data shows four presets:

• High: average 49 FPS.
• Low: average 80 FPS.
• Medium: average 62 FPS, minimum 53, maximum 72.
• Ultra: average 34 FPS.

The 1080p Medium preset (62 FPS) represents a clear playable level, and it is 48% faster than the 1440p Medium preset (42 FPS). The Low preset at 1080p hits 80 FPS, which is 48% faster than the 1440p Low preset (54 FPS). The scaling between resolutions is consistent with the GPU's rendering load.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows distinct roles for the Core i7-13700K and the Arc B370. At 4K and 1440p, the GPU, an Intel Arc B370, is the primary constraint. The 4K Ultra preset averages 13 FPS, and even High drops to 19 FPS. The GPU's 1280 shading units and 20 ROPs are taxed heavily by Evolve's rendering at these resolutions.

The CPU shows its strength in the 1080p results. The Core i7-13700K with 16 cores and 24 threads, combined with the GPU, achieves 62 FPS at Medium settings. The data indicates the CPU handles the game's simulation and AI threads, while the GPU handles the rendering. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 80 FPS, showing the CPU is not a bottleneck at this setting.

The scaling between 1080p and 1440p is important. For the Medium preset, the combo drops from 62 FPS to 42 FPS, a 32% reduction. The Low preset drops from 80 FPS to 54 FPS, a 33% reduction. This is a typical scaling curve for a GPU-bound scenario at these settings. The jump to 4K is severe: Medium drops to 24 FPS, and Low only reaches 31 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded measurements allow a role separation. At 1920x1080, the CPU's 16 cores are sufficient. The GPU's 1280 shading units are the limiting factor. At Medium 1080p, the system averages 62 FPS. The GPU utilization is high, while the CPU has headroom. This is confirmed by the FPS drop when moving to 1440p Medium (42 FPS): the GPU's pixel rate is the limiting factor.

At 2560x1440, the GPU is still the primary constraint. The Ultra preset (23 FPS) demands more shading work. The CPU's role is supportive but not limiting. The game's simulation logic appears well-threaded, as the 24-thread CPU does not drag down the frame rate.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmed. The fastest preset, Low, only achieves 31 FPS. The GPU's 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 performance is insufficient for Evolve's 4K rendering. The CPU's performance advantage cannot compensate for the GPU's shortfall at this resolution.

The scaling between 1080p Low (80 FPS) and 1440p Low (54 FPS) is a 33% drop. The scaling between 1440p Low and 4K Low is another 43% drop (54 to 31 FPS). The GPU's fill rate and shading throughput dictate these numbers.

FAQ

Q: Can the Intel Core i7-13700K and Intel Arc B370 run Evolve at 1920x1080?

A: Yes. The recorded data shows the Medium preset averages 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 and maximum of 72. The High preset averages 49 FPS. These are above the 60 FPS playable threshold for Medium, and the minimum stays above 60.

Q: What is the best preset for 2560x1440?

A: The data does not list any preset that maintains 60 FPS at this resolution. The High preset averages 33 FPS, Low 54 FPS, Medium 42 FPS, Ultra 23 FPS. None reach the 60 FPS threshold. You would need to reduce resolution to 1080p for a locked 60 FPS experience.

Q: Is the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 playable?

A: No. The Ultra preset averages 34 FPS, below the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset (49 FPS) and Medium (62 FPS avg) are the playable options at 1080p.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU matter more for this game?

A: At 1080p and 1440p, the GPU (Arc B370) is the main factor. The FPS drops significantly between 1080p Medium (62 FPS) and 1440p Medium (42 FPS), which is a GPU scaling pattern. The CPU's 16 cores are sufficient at these resolutions.

Q: What about 4K performance?

A: 4K is not playable. The best preset is Low at 31 FPS average. The GPU cannot handle Evolve's rendering load at 3840x2160.

How This Combo Ranks

The Core i7-13700K + Arc B370 combo ranks 3414th out of 3700 tested combos in the database for Evolve. This places it in the lower half of tested configurations. The CPU's strong multi-core scores (Cinebench R23 multi 30745, Passmark multi 45887) do not translate to top-tier gaming performance in this title due to the GPU's low percentile ranking (5th among all GPUs). The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1184 is below the database median, confirming its 1440p and 4K limitations.

For comparison, the nearest rivals by average score are the AMD FirePro M2000 (avg 1168, 1.4% lower), the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (avg 1186, 0.2% lower), and the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (avg 1190, 0.5% lower). These represent older, lower-performance GPUs. The Core i7-13700K's CPU rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (avg 46971, 0.2% lower) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (avg 47022, 0.3% lower), show the CPU is not the limiting factor.

The Verdict

Can this PC run Evolve? The data indicates: yes, but only at 1920x1080. The Medium preset at 1080p delivers 62 FPS average, clearing the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset (49 FPS) and Low (80 FPS) also work. At 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS; the playable threshold is not met. At 3840x2160, the system is far below playable, even at Low (31 FPS).

Best Settings per Resolution

1920x1080: The Medium preset is the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS. It averages 62 FPS (min 53, max 72). Using High drops the average to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

2560x1440: No preset achieves 60 FPS. The Low preset averages 54 FPS, Medium 42 FPS (min 35, max 48), High 33 FPS, Ultra 23 FPS. The frame rate is bound by the GPU.

3840x2160: No playable settings. The Low preset averages 31 FPS, Medium 24 FPS (min 20, max 27), High 19 FPS, Ultra 13 FPS.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals from the database provide a similar performance envelope. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971 (0.2% lower than the i7-13700K) and pairs with the Arc B370. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022 (0.3% lower). These CPUs would not change the playability outcome, as the GPU remains the limiting factor at all resolutions.

For the GPU, the closest matches are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (average score 1186, 0.2% lower), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190, 0.5% lower), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192, 0.7% lower). These are all older GPUs with similar rendering throughput, meaning the combo's 1080p Medium result (62 FPS) is representative of that class of graphics hardware.