Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is a formidable combination for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. Benchmark data indicates this combo ranks in the 94th percentile of all tested configurations, placing it at position 222 out of 3700 combos. This high ranking suggests the system will deliver exceptional performance, but the specific measured FPS reveals a nuanced story across resolutions and presets that deserves a closer look.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 222 out of 3700 tested configurations puts it in the top 6% of all systems evaluated for Evolve. This is a strong position, but it is not the absolute top tier, which indicates there is headroom above this pairing. The ranking reflects a balance between the CPU and GPU, and for a game released in early 2015, the hardware is vastly more powerful than what was typically used at launch. The data shows the system is well above the playable threshold of 60 FPS in most scenarios, but the most demanding preset at 4K does dip below that mark.

Analyzing the measured FPS, the pattern is clear: 1080p and 1440p are overwhelmingly smooth, while 4K presents the only challenge. At 1920x1080, even the Ultra preset achieves an average of 141 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold. At 2560x1440, Ultra still delivers 95 FPS on average, comfortably above 60. However, at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS average, which is below the playable line. This suggests the RTX 4080’s raw compute is the limiting factor at 4K Ultra, while the CPU has plenty of headroom. The rank of 222 out of 3700 implies that while this is a high-end setup, there are roughly 221 other combinations that outperform it in this specific game, likely with newer or more powerful GPUs.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearest rivals for the CPU and GPU provides insight into which other hardware would behave similarly in Evolve. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has an average benchmark score of 36938, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, which has an average score of 36945, a delta of 0%. This means these two processors are essentially identical in raw compute performance for this game. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is 0.2% behind, with a score of 37018, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is 0.4% behind at 37093. The Intel Core i9-12900T is 0.5% behind with a score of 37112. For the CPU’s role in Evolve, any of these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates, assuming the GPU is the same.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247 and sits in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a delta of 0.1% — essentially a tie. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 1.1% behind at 54828, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 2.6% behind at 55698. The AMD Radeon 8060S is 2.7% behind at 55757. In practical terms, swapping the RTX 4080 for a RTX 4080 SUPER would yield no measurable difference in Evolve’s frame rates. The AMD options would be slightly slower, but the deltas are small enough that the playability verdict at each resolution would likely remain unchanged. A user with a Ryzen 5 5600F and a RTX 4080 SUPER would see nearly identical performance to this combo.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals how the CPU and GPU each contribute to Evolve’s performance at different resolutions. The measured FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a clear trend: the GPU becomes the dominant factor as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo hits 335 FPS average. At 2560x1440 Low, it drops to 225 FPS, and at 3840x2160 Low, it falls to 128 FPS. This is a reduction of roughly 33% when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and another 43% when moving from 1440p to 4K. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4080 is being pushed harder at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s role in feeding frames is less stressed.

Conversely, the difference between Low and Ultra presets at a fixed resolution shows the GPU’s workload scaling. At 1080p, Low yields 335 FPS and Ultra yields 141 FPS, a 58% drop. At 1440p, Low yields 225 FPS and Ultra yields 95 FPS, a 58% drop. At 4K, Low yields 128 FPS and Ultra yields 54 FPS, also a 58% drop. This consistency suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck when increasing graphical fidelity, as the CPU has ample headroom to maintain the same frame rate ceiling. The Core Ultra 5 225, with its 10 cores and 10 threads, is clearly not limiting performance in this older game. The data implies that for Evolve, the RTX 4080 is the component to watch, especially at 4K where Ultra settings push it near its limits.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but not at the highest preset. The measured FPS at 3840x2160 shows High settings averaging 78 FPS, Medium averaging 99 FPS, and Low averaging 128 FPS, all above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra, however, averages 54 FPS, which is below the playable line.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming with this hardware?

A: The data shows Ultra settings at 2560x1440 deliver an average of 95 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding preset that remains fully playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival in this game?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080’s score of 54247. This means the RTX 4080 is effectively tied with the SUPER variant, and users would see no tangible difference in Evolve’s frame rates.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 in Evolve?

A: The benchmark data suggests it is not. The CPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, has a delta of 0%, indicating the CPU is not the limiting factor. The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K are consistent with GPU-bound behavior, not CPU limitations.

Q: What average FPS can I expect at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 204 FPS average. This is far above the playable threshold and indicates a very smooth experience.

Q: Are the min and max FPS values available for all settings?

A: No, only Medium settings have min and max values. At 1080p Medium, the min is 221 and max is 299; at 1440p Medium, min is 148 and max is 200; at 4K Medium, min is 84 and max is 114. Other settings only have average FPS data.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest preset of Low delivers an average of 335 FPS, which is extremely high. Medium settings reduce this to 260 FPS average, with a minimum of 221 and maximum of 299. High settings yield 204 FPS average, and Ultra delivers 141 FPS average. All of these are far above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making 1080p a non-issue for this combo.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. Low settings average 225 FPS, Medium averages 174 FPS with a min/max of 148/200, High averages 137 FPS, and Ultra averages 95 FPS. The step from High to Ultra is a 42 FPS drop, but the Ultra result is still 35 FPS above the playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the data shows a clear boundary. Low settings average 128 FPS, Medium averages 99 FPS with a min of 84 and max of 114, and High averages 78 FPS. Ultra, however, drops to an average of 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS line. The min FPS for most settings is not reported, but for Medium at 4K, the minimum of 84 FPS suggests the system maintains playable frame rates even with dips.

Best Settings per Resolution

For each resolution, the best settings are the most demanding preset that still maintains an average FPS at or above the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 3840x2160, the best settings are High, which delivers an average of 78 FPS. This is the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS; Ultra falls short at 54 FPS. At 2560x1440, the best settings are Ultra, with an average of 95 FPS. This is the most demanding preset available, and it remains comfortably playable. At 1920x1080, the best settings are also Ultra, with an average of 141 FPS. This is nearly 2.4 times the playable threshold, indicating massive headroom.

These values suggest that for a smooth experience, users should select High at 4K, Ultra at 1440p, and Ultra at 1080p. The data shows no reason to lower settings below these levels, as the frame rates are well above 60 FPS in each case.

The Verdict

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination is more than capable of running Evolve at playable frame rates in most scenarios. The verdict by resolution shows that at 1920x1080, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 141 FPS. At 2560x1440, all presets are also playable, with Ultra averaging 95 FPS. The only caveat is at 3840x2160, where High, Medium, and Low are playable, with High averaging 78 FPS, but Ultra falls below the 60 FPS threshold at 54 FPS average.

This means the PC can run Evolve successfully at 4K, but users must select High settings to stay above 60 FPS. At 1440p and below, there is no compromise needed, as even the most demanding preset clears the playable line by a significant margin. The data indicates that for this game, the RTX 4080 is the deciding factor at 4K Ultra, while the CPU provides sufficient headroom for all tested scenarios. Overall, this is a high-performing combo that delivers a smooth experience for the vast majority of resolution and settings combinations.