Evolve

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is a mix of a high-end modern processor with a mid-range GPU from the previous generation. For a game like Evolve, released in early 2015, this combination delivers a wide range of performance depending on how you balance resolution and graphical presets. The recorded data shows a clear pattern: the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution climbs, while the CPU provides ample headroom even at lower resolutions. Below is a breakdown of what settings you can realistically use, how the components share the workload, and where this combo stands against other tested hardware.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra. The measured average frame rate at Ultra settings is 68 FPS. This is comfortably above the playable threshold, meaning you can max out the game’s visual options without sacrificing smoothness. The other presets at this resolution all exceed 60 FPS as well: High averages 97 FPS, Medium averages 124 FPS, and Low averages 160 FPS. If you want the best image quality while keeping a solid frame rate, Ultra is the pick, and it leaves a small margin for demanding scenes.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High. The average FPS at High settings is 65 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS line. Medium settings also clear the threshold with an average of 83 FPS, and Low runs at 107 FPS. Ultra, however, falls short at 45 FPS, so you would need to drop down to High to maintain playable performance. The data shows that High at 1440p is the sweet spot, offering a significant visual improvement over Medium while still keeping the frame rate above 60.

At 3840x2160, also known as 4K, the situation tightens considerably. The only preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, which averages 61 FPS. That is a slim margin, and any heavy action could push it below 60. Medium drops to 47 FPS, High to 37 FPS, and Ultra to 26 FPS. If you are using a 4K display, you must run the game at Low settings to achieve playable performance, and even then, the average is barely above the threshold. For a smoother experience at 4K, you would need to accept lower visual fidelity or consider a stronger GPU.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Intel Core i7-13700K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER becomes clear when examining the frame rate scaling across resolutions and presets. The i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, and its benchmark scores reflect strong multi-threaded performance, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745. The RTX 2060 SUPER, by contrast, has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and a boost clock of 1650 MHz, with a Passmark G3D score of 16462. These specifications suggest the CPU is far more capable than the GPU, and the measured FPS confirms this.

At 1920x1080, the GPU is the primary constraint. Look at the scaling: Low averages 160 FPS, Medium 124 FPS, High 97 FPS, and Ultra 68 FPS. The frame rate drops steadily as you increase graphical load, which is typical of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU has enough headroom to push far beyond these numbers, as evidenced by the fact that even at Ultra, the frame rate is above 60. The i7-13700K is not the bottleneck here; the RTX 2060 SUPER is doing all the heavy lifting.

At 2560x1440, the GPU’s role becomes even more pronounced. Low averages 107 FPS, Medium 83 FPS, High 65 FPS, and Ultra 45 FPS. The percentage drop from Low to Ultra is substantial, and the pattern mirrors the 1080p results but at lower absolute values. This indicates that the GPU is still the limiting factor, and the higher resolution increases the pixel count, which directly stresses the RTX 2060 SUPER’s fill rate and memory bandwidth. The CPU’s performance is largely unchanged by resolution, so it is not contributing to the frame rate decline.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is overwhelmingly the bottleneck. Low averages 61 FPS, Medium 47 FPS, High 37 FPS, and Ultra 26 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 35 FPS, and even the lowest settings barely reach the playable threshold. This is a classic sign that the GPU is saturated, and the CPU’s capabilities are irrelevant at this resolution. The i7-13700K could handle far more graphical work, but the RTX 2060 SUPER lacks the raw throughput for 4K gaming at high presets. In summary, at 1080p and 1440p, the GPU dictates performance, while at 4K, the GPU is so overwhelmed that the CPU’s strength offers no benefit.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 60 FPS on a 1080p monitor with maximum settings?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average frame rate is 68 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. You can also use High settings for 97 FPS, Medium for 124 FPS, or Low for 160 FPS.

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

A: For 2560x1440, the best preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 65 FPS. Medium also works at 83 FPS, and Low runs at 107 FPS. Ultra falls below the threshold at 45 FPS, so it is not recommended.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: Only at Low settings. At 3840x2160 with Low, the average frame rate is 61 FPS, which is just above 60. Medium averages 47 FPS, High 37 FPS, and Ultra 26 FPS, so higher presets are not playable.

Q: Which component is more important for this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s performance dictates the frame rates, while the i7-13700K provides ample CPU headroom. At 4K, the GPU is so heavily taxed that the CPU’s strength has no measurable impact on the results.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 18159, which is only 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189, also 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 18373, and the Intel Arc A770M scores 18383, both slightly above the RTX 2060 SUPER.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested combinations?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2604 out of 3700 tested combos. This places it in the lower third of all configurations in the database.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Evolve, but the experience depends heavily on your target resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS on every preset, including Ultra, which averages 68 FPS. This is the resolution where the combination shines, offering a fully smooth and visually rich experience. At 2560x1440, the system remains playable on High settings, averaging 65 FPS, and also on Medium and Low. The Ultra preset at 1440p is not viable, as it drops to 45 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system barely clears the 60 FPS threshold on Low settings, averaging 61 FPS, but every other preset falls below 50 FPS, making 4K gaming impractical for anything beyond minimal settings.

The verdict by resolution is clear: 1080p users can max out the game, 1440p users need to stay at High or below, and 4K users are limited to Low. The data shows that the RTX 2060 SUPER is the bottleneck, and the i7-13700K’s strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745, does not compensate for the GPU’s limits at higher resolutions. If you own a 1080p or 1440p monitor, this is a capable setup. If you are targeting 4K, you will need to lower expectations or upgrade the GPU.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides a sense of what other hardware would behave similarly. The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881. Its closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, with an average score of 46971, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022, also 0.3% higher. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46654, which is 0.5% lower, and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 scores 46653, also 0.5% lower. If you swapped the i7-13700K for any of these chips, the frame rates in Evolve would be effectively identical, since the GPU remains the bottleneck.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile scores 18159, a 0.4% difference, while the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189, a 0.5% difference. The AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 18373, which is 1.5% higher, and the Intel Arc A770M scores 18383, also 1.5% higher. These GPU alternatives would produce nearly the same frame rates in Evolve, meaning you could expect similar results at each resolution and preset. None of these rivals would push the game past the 60 FPS threshold at 4K beyond Low, nor would they enable Ultra at 1440p, so the performance envelope remains consistent.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2604 out of 3700 tested combos in the database. This places it in the 70th percentile of all configurations, meaning roughly 70% of tested combinations perform better. The rank reflects the GPU’s relatively modest position, as the RTX 2060 SUPER sits in the 62nd percentile among all GPUs, while the CPU is in the 89th percentile among all CPUs. The high-end processor does not lift the combo’s overall standing because the GPU holds it back.

In practical terms, this rank means that for Evolve, this combo is not a top-tier performer. The measured FPS data supports this: the system only achieves playable 4K performance at Low settings, and 1440p Ultra is out of reach. However, for a game from 2015, the combination still delivers a smooth experience at 1080p with maximum settings. The rank of 2604 out of 3700 is a reminder that while the CPU is excellent, the GPU’s age limits the overall potential. If you are building a system for older titles like Evolve, this combo works well at mainstream resolutions, but it would struggle with more demanding modern games at high resolutions.