Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers a decisive performance envelope for Evolve, with the benchmark data showing that the GPU is the dominant constraint at higher resolutions, while the CPU keeps frame rates exceptionally high at 1080p. The measured results indicate that this combination is overkill for 1080p and 1440p gaming, capable of running the game at maximum settings with substantial headroom, while 4K Ultra settings dip below the 60 FPS threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 sits in a tight performance cluster based on average benchmark scores. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G, scores 49196 against the Ultra 5’s 48995 average, a delta of -0.4%. This places the two processors within a rounding error of each other in synthetic workloads. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 trails by just 0.5% with a score of 49228, meaning that for Evolve’s CPU-bound scenarios, swapping between these processors would produce nearly identical frame rates. On the Intel side, the Xeon Gold 5318H is 0.6% ahead (48698), while the Core i5-14600K leads by 0.8% (48618). For practical purposes, any of these four CPUs would deliver the same gameplay experience in Evolve, as the game’s engine is unlikely to differentiate between such marginal score differences.

For the GPU, the RTX 5080’s nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which posts an average score of 57367 versus the RTX 5080’s 56083 — a 2.2% advantage for the AMD card. This means that in synthetic GPU benchmarks, the RX 9070 GRE slightly outperforms the RTX 5080, but the delta is small enough that real-world Evolve frame rates would be within a few percent. The AMD Radeon 8060S scores 55757 (0.6% behind), and the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698 (0.7% behind), both effectively matching the RTX 5080’s performance tier. The Radeon Pro W5700X trails by 2.3% with a score of 54828. In Evolve specifically, the RTX 5080’s 87th percentile ranking among all GPUs means that users with any of these rival cards would see similar frame rates at the same settings, though the 9070 GRE might edge ahead by a few frames in GPU-bound scenarios.

The CPU’s 90th percentile ranking among all processors indicates that it is positioned well above the median for gaming workloads. The benchmark results show a single-thread score of 4394 on Passmark and a multi-thread score of 38706, which provides ample headroom for Evolve’s physics and AI calculations. The Ryzen 9 7900, despite having more cores, delivers nearly identical average performance, confirming that Evolve does not heavily scale beyond the Ultra 5’s 14 threads.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high, with Low settings producing 347 FPS average and Ultra settings reaching 146 FPS average. These numbers indicate that the GPU is not the limiting factor at this resolution; instead, the CPU’s single-thread performance (Passmark single-thread score of 4394) drives the frame ceiling. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 58% reduction in frame rate (from 347 to 146), which is entirely attributable to GPU workload increases, yet even the most demanding preset stays far above the 60 FPS threshold.

At 2560x1440, the GPU begins to assert more influence. The Low preset delivers 233 FPS average, dropping to 98 FPS at Ultra — a 58% reduction again, but the absolute numbers suggest the RTX 5080 is still operating well within its capabilities. The CPU remains relevant here, as the 142 FPS High preset and 181 FPS Medium preset both exceed what a weaker processor could sustain. The transition from 1440p to 4K is where the GPU role becomes dominant. At 3840x2160, Low settings produce 133 FPS, Medium 103 FPS, and High 81 FPS, but Ultra drops to 56 FPS — below the playable threshold. This 58% reduction from Low to Ultra at 4K mirrors the pattern seen at lower resolutions, but the absolute values show the GPU hitting its limits.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this interpretation. At Low settings, moving from 1080p to 1440p reduces frame rate by 33% (347 to 233), and from 1440p to 4K by another 43% (233 to 133). This progressive degradation is characteristic of GPU-bound workloads. At Ultra settings, the same resolution transitions show a 33% drop from 1080p to 1440p (146 to 98) and a 43% drop from 1440p to 4K (98 to 56). The consistency of these percentages across settings suggests that the RTX 5080’s memory bandwidth (960.0 GB/s) and pixel rate are the limiting factors at 4K Ultra, while the CPU maintains sufficient headroom to avoid becoming a bottleneck.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the highest playable preset is High, which delivers an average of 81 FPS. While Medium achieves 103 FPS and Low reaches 133 FPS, the High preset provides the best visual quality while staying comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings at this resolution drop to 56 FPS average, falling below the playable threshold of 60 FPS, so it is not recommended.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves 98 FPS average, making it the best choice for maximum visual fidelity. This represents a 20% improvement over the 4K High result, showing that the resolution reduction provides substantial headroom. All four presets — Low (233 FPS), Medium (181 FPS), High (142 FPS), and Ultra (98 FPS) — remain well above the playable threshold.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 146 FPS average, which is the recommended setting. The frame rate is so high that even the most demanding preset leaves significant performance in reserve. Low settings reach 347 FPS, Medium 269 FPS, and High 211 FPS, but Ultra at 146 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and smoothness. The data indicates that this combination can handle Evolve at maximum settings on any resolution below 4K without compromise.

FAQ

Q: Can the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + RTX 5080 run Evolve at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the measured average frame rate is 56 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The highest playable setting at 4K is High, which achieves 81 FPS average.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: The Ultra preset at 2560x1440 delivers 98 FPS average, making it the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS. All four presets at this resolution exceed the playable threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56083, which is 2.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE (57367) and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S (55757). The Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB trails by 0.7% with a score of 55698.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for Evolve at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the GPU is not the limiting factor, as even Ultra settings produce 146 FPS average. The CPU’s single-thread performance (Passmark score of 4394) is sufficient to drive frame rates that far exceed the display refresh rate of most monitors.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 4K Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 103 FPS at 3840x2160 with Medium settings, with a minimum of 87 FPS and a maximum of 118 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with some headroom above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations for Evolve?

A: This combination ranks 177th out of 3700 tested combos, placing it in the top 5% of all configurations tested for this game. The CPU’s 90th percentile and GPU’s 87th percentile rankings contribute to this strong overall position.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the benchmark results show a clear progression across presets. Low settings achieve 133 FPS average, Medium delivers 103 FPS average with a minimum of 87 FPS and maximum of 118 FPS, High reaches 81 FPS average, and Ultra drops to 56 FPS average. The Medium preset provides the only complete min/max data at this resolution, showing a 31 FPS range between minimum and maximum frame rates.

At 2560x1440, performance improves substantially. Low settings reach 233 FPS average, Medium delivers 181 FPS average with a minimum of 153 FPS and maximum of 208 FPS, High achieves 142 FPS average, and Ultra hits 98 FPS average. The Medium preset shows a 55 FPS range, indicating consistent frame delivery without significant stuttering.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high across all presets. Low settings produce 347 FPS average, Medium delivers 269 FPS average with a minimum of 229 FPS and maximum of 310 FPS, High reaches 211 FPS average, and Ultra achieves 146 FPS average. The Medium preset’s 81 FPS range reflects the GPU’s ability to maintain high frame rates even during demanding scenes.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the RTX 5080’s performance scales predictably with resolution and settings. The measured results show that at 4K, the GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for High settings but insufficient for Ultra, where the 56 FPS average falls short of the playable threshold. At lower resolutions, the GPU has ample headroom, with the CPU’s 14 cores and 24 MB of L3 cache providing the necessary processing power.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + RTX 5080 combination ranks 177th out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the top 4.8% of all configurations. This rank reflects the strong synergy between the CPU’s 90th percentile performance and the GPU’s 87th percentile performance. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 48995 places it just 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, while the GPU’s average score of 56083 is within 2.2% of the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE.

The high ranking is particularly notable given that the GPU’s nearest rivals include lower-tier cards like the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, which scores 0.7% lower. This suggests that the RTX 5080’s performance in Evolve is representative of its overall capabilities, and the combo’s ranking would likely be similar with any of the top rival GPUs. The CPU’s performance cluster, including the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and Core i5-14600K, indicates that processor choice among these alternatives would not meaningfully change the ranking.

The measured frame rates support this ranking. At 4K High, the combo achieves 81 FPS, which is 35% above the playable threshold. At 1440p Ultra, it achieves 98 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra, it achieves 146 FPS. These results place the combo in the upper echelon of configurations tested, with only 176 other combos performing better. The data shows that for Evolve specifically, this hardware combination delivers a high-refresh-rate experience at all resolutions below 4K, and a solid 60+ FPS experience at 4K with settings reduced to High.