Evolve

Can Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER run Evolve? The data says yes, decisively. Across all tested resolutions and settings, this combination delivers playable frame rates at the demanding 60 FPS threshold, with only one exception at the absolute maximum preset in 4K. The benchmark results show a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet so powerful that it often exceeds 200 FPS at 1080p, making it a top-tier pairing for this 2015 FPS title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data reveals a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the combo is overwhelmingly fast. The Low preset averages 292 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure in the entire dataset. Moving up to Medium, the average drops to 226 FPS, with a minimum of 192 and a maximum of 260 FPS. The High preset still holds an average of 177 FPS. Even the most demanding Ultra preset at 1080p maintains an average of 123 FPS, which is more than double the playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, the scaling from 1080p is substantial but the performance remains excellent. The Low preset averages 196 FPS, a 96 FPS drop from the 1080p Low figure. Medium averages 152 FPS, with a minimum of 129 and a maximum of 174 FPS. High averages 119 FPS, while Ultra drops to an average of 82 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result is particularly notable because it is the first preset where the average dips below the 100 FPS mark, yet it still comfortably clears the 60 FPS playability threshold.

At 3840x2160, the GPU workload becomes the dominant factor. The Low preset averages 111 FPS, which is still a very playable result. Medium averages 86 FPS, with a minimum of 73 and a maximum of 99 FPS. High averages 68 FPS, which remains above the 60 FPS line. The Ultra preset, however, is the only configuration in the entire dataset that falls below the playable threshold, averaging just 47 FPS. This indicates that the RTX 4070 SUPER reaches its practical limit for Evolve at 4K Ultra settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database ranks this specific CPU-GPU combination at position 616 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the top 16.6% of all configurations tested for this game. The rank is driven primarily by the GPU's strong performance in synthetic benchmarks, where it sits in the 83rd percentile against all GPUs. The CPU also contributes positively, ranking in the 90th percentile against all CPUs.

The combination's rank of 616 is notable because it suggests that while the individual components are high-performers, there are many other tested combos that achieve higher frame rates in Evolve. This is likely due to the game's age and its relatively moderate demands on modern hardware. The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, so combos with more powerful GPUs would naturally rank higher. For example, the GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile, has an average benchmark score that is 1% higher, which in a GPU-bound scenario like 4K Ultra would translate to a meaningful FPS advantage.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear division of labor between the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. At 1920x1080, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU in all presets. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 292 to 123 FPS, a 58% reduction. This is a GPU-driven scaling pattern, where the CPU is not the bottleneck. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4648, ensures that frame rates remain high even at the lowest settings.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take a more dominant role. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a drop from 196 to 82 FPS, a 58% reduction, which is nearly identical to the scaling at 1080p. This suggests that the CPU is still keeping pace, and the performance difference is almost entirely due to the GPU's rendering workload. The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities, shown by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924, are sufficient for this game's engine.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is unequivocally the limiting factor. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a drop from 111 to 47 FPS, a 58% reduction again, but the absolute numbers are much lower. The fact that the Ultra preset at 4K dips below 60 FPS while the CPU continues to deliver high scores in synthetic tests confirms that the RTX 4070 SUPER cannot handle the pixel throughput required at this resolution and preset. The CPU's role at 4K is to avoid being a bottleneck, and the data shows it succeeds, as the frame rates are consistently GPU-bound.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but not at the Ultra preset. The data shows playable results at 4K High (68 FPS average), Medium (86 FPS average), and Low (111 FPS average). The Ultra preset averages 47 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

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

A: The Ultra preset is the most demanding that remains playable at 2560x1440, with an average of 82 FPS. This is the recommended choice for maximum visual quality while maintaining smooth gameplay.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, scores 49196, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, a 0.5% difference, while the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698, which is 0.6% lower.

Q: Is the GPU's performance close to other cards in its class?

A: Yes. The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 43223. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB scores 43262 (0.1% higher), the RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268 (0.1% higher), and the RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667 (1% higher). These differences are minimal.

Q: What frame rate can be expected at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average is 177 FPS. This is well above the playable threshold and indicates that the system has significant headroom for future games or higher refresh rate monitors.

Q: Does the game become more CPU-bound at lower resolutions?

A: No. The data shows that the scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent across all resolutions, with approximately a 58% reduction in average FPS. This indicates the game remains GPU-bound even at 1080p, with the CPU providing sufficient performance.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU, the nearest rivals in the benchmark database are closely matched. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G has an average score of 49196, which is 0.4% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, a 0.5% difference. These CPUs would deliver nearly identical frame rates in Evolve, as the game is not heavily CPU-dependent. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698, which is 0.6% lower, and would also produce similar gameplay performance. The Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618, a 0.8% difference, rounding out the group of alternatives that would behave within a 1% performance envelope.

For the GPU, the alternatives are equally tight. The NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB has an average score of 43262, just 0.1% higher than the RTX 4070 SUPER. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile scores 43268, also 0.1% higher, while the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 scores 43301, a 0.2% difference. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile scores 43667, which is 1% higher. All of these GPUs would produce nearly identical frame rates in Evolve, with the RTX 4090 Mobile providing a marginal edge.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, with an average of 68 FPS. This is the recommended setting for 4K gameplay, as it provides a comfortable margin above the playable threshold. The Medium preset averages 86 FPS and is also a viable option for those seeking higher frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is playable with an average of 82 FPS. This is the best choice for maximum visual quality at 1440p. The High preset averages 119 FPS and offers a significant frame rate boost for competitive play.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset averages 123 FPS, making it the best settings configuration. This provides a high-quality experience with ample performance headroom. The High preset averages 177 FPS for those who prefer even higher frame rates.