Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers a thoroughly playable Evolve experience across all tested resolutions, with the data showing that even the most demanding Ultra preset at 4K falls just short of the 60 FPS threshold. The pairing ranks in the top 6% of all tested combos, and the benchmark results indicate that this system is built for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming and buttery-smooth 1080p play.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the data shows a clear progression from Low to Ultra settings. The Low preset produces an average of 128 FPS, which drops to 99 FPS on Medium with a minimum of 84 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS. The High preset maintains an average of 78 FPS, while the Ultra preset falls to 54 FPS, which is the only configuration across all resolutions that fails to clear the 60 FPS playable threshold. The 4K results indicate that this combo handles high refresh rates at lower presets, but Ultra settings will require a compromise.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance headroom expands significantly. The Low preset reaches an average of 225 FPS, while Medium delivers 174 FPS with a minimum of 148 FPS and a maximum of 200 FPS. High settings produce 137 FPS, and even the demanding Ultra preset averages 95 FPS. At 1440p, every preset provides well over double the playable threshold, suggesting that this resolution is where the combination truly shines.

At 1920x1080, the results are staggering. The Low preset averages 335 FPS, Medium delivers 260 FPS with a minimum of 221 FPS and a maximum of 299 FPS, and High settings produce 204 FPS. The Ultra preset still averages 141 FPS, which is more than double the 60 FPS threshold. The data shows that at 1080p, this hardware is capable of driving the highest refresh rate displays available, with no preset presenting any challenge.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 222nd out of 3,700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the top 6% of all systems. This percentile position reflects the strength of both components working together. The CPU itself sits in the 89th percentile against all processors, while the GPU holds the 86th percentile against all graphics cards.

The combo's ranking suggests that while there are faster systems, the vast majority of tested configurations will not match its performance in Evolve. Benchmark results indicate that this pairing is positioned well above the median gaming system, and the measured FPS data confirms that the ranking translates directly into playable performance at high settings across all resolutions.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Evolve at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings is 54 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The High preset at 4K averages 78 FPS and is the best playable setting.

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

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 averages 95 FPS, making it the best playable setting according to the verdict data. All four presets at this resolution exceed the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 has an average benchmark score of 46,062, which is within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and 0.1% behind the Intel Core i9-13900HX. The AMD EPYC 4364P and AMD EPYC 7303 are each 0.2% ahead.

Q: What is the GPU's performance relative to similar cards?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 scores 54,247 on average benchmarks. The RTX 4080 SUPER is 0.1% ahead, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X trails by 1.1%, the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB by 2.6%, and the Radeon 8060S by 2.7%.

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

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 204 FPS. The Low preset reaches 335 FPS, and even Ultra settings maintain an average of 141 FPS.

Q: Is the 4K Medium preset playable?

A: Yes. At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 99, with a minimum of 84 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS. This comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in benchmark performance are the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, which scores 46,030 and is 0.1% behind, and the Intel Core i9-13900HX, which scores 46,098 and is 0.1% ahead. The AMD EPYC 4364P scores 45,970 and the AMD EPYC 7303 scores 45,960, both 0.2% ahead. These processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Evolve, though their different core architectures and platform requirements would affect system design.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the closest match, with an average score of 54,209, just 0.1% ahead. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828, which is 1.1% lower, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698, trailing by 2.6%. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55,757, a 2.7% deficit. Systems using these alternatives would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Evolve, with differences well within the noise margin of run-to-run variance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 335 FPS, which is an extreme load that likely approaches CPU limits given the Core Ultra 5 235's 14 cores and 14 threads. As settings increase to Medium at 260 FPS, High at 204 FPS, and Ultra at 141 FPS, the GPU begins to take on more of the workload, but the high frame rates suggest both components are heavily utilized.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues with Low at 225 FPS, Medium at 174 FPS, High at 137 FPS, and Ultra at 95 FPS. The scaling from 1080p Low to 1440p Low shows a 33% reduction in FPS, while the Ultra preset drops by 33% as well, indicating that resolution scaling is affecting both presets similarly. This suggests the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, as the pixel throughput requirements increase.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The Low preset drops to 128 FPS, which is a 43% reduction from 1440p Low. The Medium preset at 99 FPS and High at 78 FPS show continued GPU-bound scaling, while Ultra at 54 FPS represents the only sub-60 FPS result. The data shows that the CPU's influence diminishes as resolution increases, with the RTX 4080's 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth becoming the determining factor at 4K.

The Verdict

The data clearly shows that this PC can run Evolve successfully at every resolution tested. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best playable setting at an average of 78 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K falls short at 54 FPS, so users targeting 4K should stick to High settings for a smooth experience.

At 2560x1440, all four presets clear the 60 FPS threshold, with Ultra being the best playable setting at an average of 95 FPS. This makes 1440p the sweet spot for this combination, offering both visual fidelity and performance headroom. At 1920x1080, all presets are playable, with Ultra averaging 141 FPS and Low reaching 335 FPS, making this configuration ideal for high-refresh-rate competitive play.

Overall, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination is a formidable pairing for Evolve. The 4K Ultra limitation is the only caveat, but the system's ability to deliver 78 FPS at 4K High and 95 FPS at 1440p Ultra makes it a top-tier choice for this game. The data confirms that gamers can expect excellent performance at all mainstream resolutions and settings.