Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination delivers a playable experience in Evolve, but the data clearly shows a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics card at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the pairing produces excellent frame rates, while 4K Ultra is the only setting that pushes the hardware to its limits in an unplayable way. The benchmark results indicate a well-balanced pairing for 1080p and 1440p, with the CPU providing ample headroom for the GPU to operate effectively.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen architecture, running on the AMD Socket AM4 platform. It operates at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and can boost up to 3.90 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. This processor was released in April 2018 with a launch MSRP of $199. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 1,248 points in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 157.3 points in single-core, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs tested. Its average benchmark score is 21,484, which puts it within 0.2% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V and 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11900H.

For Evolve, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic. The measured FPS data shows that the processor is not a bottleneck at any tested resolution. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 160 FPS average, and even at 4K Ultra, the 26 FPS average is a clear sign that the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU. The 12 threads of the Ryzen 5 2600 provide sufficient parallel processing for the game's workload, as evidenced by the high frame rates at lower resolutions where CPU overhead is more likely to surface.

The 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support (46.9 GB/s bandwidth) contribute to the CPU's ability to maintain consistent frame pacing. In the context of Evolve, which is an FPS title from 2015, the Ryzen 5 2600's single-thread performance (157.3 in Cinebench R15 single-core) is more than adequate for the game's engine. The data shows that the CPU's performance is effectively masked by the GPU's limitations at higher settings, as the frame rate drops are consistent with the increase in rendering resolution and graphical fidelity.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution/settings combo for this CPU and GPU pairing in Evolve?

A: The measured data shows that 1920x1080 with Low settings produces the highest average FPS at 160, while 2560x1440 with Medium settings delivers 83 FPS average with a minimum of 71 FPS. For a balanced experience, 1920x1080 with High settings at 97 FPS is the most stable option that maintains high visual quality.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 2600 compare to its nearest rivals in overall CPU performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 2600 has an average benchmark score of 21,484, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V (21,440) and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i9-11900H (21,367). It trails the Intel Xeon D-1746TER by 0.7% (21,635) and the AMD EPYC 9454 by 1.2% (21,223).

Q: Is the RTX 2060 SUPER a strong performer relative to other GPUs in its class?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18,093, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. It is 0.4% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile (18,159) and 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18,189), but it outperforms the AMD Radeon RX 460 by 1.5% (18,373 is the rival score, meaning the RTX 2060 SUPER is lower).

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 4K resolution with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the system achieves an average FPS of 47, with a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 55 FPS. This is playable but not ideal for a competitive FPS title.

Q: Does the system's performance scale linearly with resolution changes?

A: No, the scaling is not linear. Dropping from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by roughly 30-35% across settings (e.g., High goes from 97 to 65 FPS), but dropping from 1440p to 4K reduces performance by 40-45% (e.g., Medium goes from 83 to 47 FPS), indicating the GPU becomes increasingly stressed at higher resolutions.

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

A: This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2,604 out of 3,700 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the 70th percentile of all systems tested for this game.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The FPS data across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1920x1080, the system produces high frame rates across all settings: 160 FPS on Low, 124 FPS on Medium, 97 FPS on High, and 68 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, these numbers drop to 107 FPS (Low), 83 FPS (Medium), 65 FPS (High), and 45 FPS (Ultra). At 3840x2160, the performance falls further to 61 FPS (Low), 47 FPS (Medium), 37 FPS (High), and 26 FPS (Ultra).

The percentage drops between resolutions are telling. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS decreases by approximately 33% across all settings (e.g., High drops from 97 to 65 FPS, a 33% reduction). From 1440p to 4K, the drop is more severe, averaging around 45% (e.g., Medium drops from 83 to 47 FPS, a 43% reduction). This non-linear scaling is characteristic of a GPU that is running out of pixel throughput and memory bandwidth as the resolution increases.

The RTX 2060 SUPER has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. At 4K, this bandwidth is insufficient to maintain high frame rates, particularly at Ultra settings where the 26 FPS average indicates the GPU is fully saturated. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, does not show signs of bottlenecking—the FPS drops are consistent with the GPU's rendering load, not a sudden CPU limitation. The data suggests that for 4K gaming in Evolve, this combo is only viable at Low settings (61 FPS), while 1440p offers a good balance of visual quality and performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance in Evolve. At 1920x1080, the system achieves 160 FPS average on Low settings, 124 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 106 and maximum of 143), 97 FPS on High, and 68 FPS on Ultra. These numbers indicate a highly playable experience at 1080p, with even Ultra settings maintaining a smooth frame rate above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance remains respectable. Low settings deliver 107 FPS average, Medium delivers 83 FPS (minimum 71, maximum 96), High delivers 65 FPS, and Ultra delivers 45 FPS. The 1440p Medium setting is the sweet spot for competitive play, as the 71 FPS minimum ensures consistent frame pacing. High settings at 1440p are also viable, with 65 FPS average, though the lack of a reported minimum means the frame time variance is unknown.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates at higher settings. Low settings produce 61 FPS average, Medium produces 47 FPS (minimum 40, maximum 55), High produces 37 FPS, and Ultra produces 26 FPS. Only Low settings at 4K are consistently playable, while Medium settings are borderline. High and Ultra settings at 4K are not recommended for a smooth experience, as the frame rates dip below 40 FPS, which is noticeable in a fast-paced FPS title.

The data shows a clear pattern: the system is capable of delivering 60+ FPS at 1080p and 1440p (except 1440p Ultra), but at 4K, only Low settings break the 60 FPS barrier. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 105.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are the limiting factors at higher resolutions, as the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are exhausted by the increased pixel workload.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks 2,604 out of 3,700 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the 70th percentile of all systems tested for this game. This ranking reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU, where the Ryzen 5 2600's percentile rank (75th among all CPUs) is higher than the RTX 2060 SUPER's percentile rank (62nd among all GPUs). This suggests that the CPU is slightly more capable relative to its peers than the GPU is relative to its peers, but the overall combo still performs well.

The combo's ranking is influenced by the GPU's position among its nearest rivals. The RTX 2060 SUPER's average benchmark score of 18,093 is 0.4% lower than the RTX 3060 Mobile (18,159) and 0.5% lower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (18,189). This means that a combo with a slightly stronger GPU could achieve a higher rank. However, the Ryzen 5 2600's CPU performance is competitive, as it outperforms the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V by 0.2% and the Intel Core i9-11900H by 0.5% in average benchmark scores.

In the context of Evolve specifically, the combo's rank of 2,604 out of 3,700 means it outperforms roughly 30% of tested systems. This is a solid result for a mid-range 2018-2019 hardware pairing, and the measured FPS data confirms that the system can handle the game well at 1080p and 1440p. The rank is not a reflection of poor performance, but rather the fact that many other combos in the database feature newer, more powerful components.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the recommended settings for this combo in Evolve depend on the target resolution and frame rate preference. For players seeking the highest frame rates at 1080p, Low settings deliver 160 FPS average, which is ideal for competitive play. Medium settings at 1080p provide 124 FPS average with a minimum of 106 FPS, offering a good balance between visual quality and performance. High settings at 1080p achieve 97 FPS, which is still smooth, but Ultra settings drop to 68 FPS, which is playable but not optimal for fast-paced action.

At 1440p, Medium settings are the best choice, delivering 83 FPS average with a minimum of 71 FPS. This is the only 1440p setting that maintains a minimum above 60 FPS, ensuring a consistent experience. High settings at 1440p produce 65 FPS average, which is playable but may experience occasional dips below 60 FPS. Low settings at 1440p achieve 107 FPS, but the visual quality trade-off is significant. Ultra at 1440p (45 FPS) is not recommended due to the frame rate dropping below 50 FPS.

At 4K, only Low settings are recommended, with 61 FPS average. Medium settings at 4K (47 FPS) are borderline, but the 40 FPS minimum makes it risky for competitive play. High (37 FPS) and Ultra (26 FPS) at 4K are not viable for a smooth experience. The data indicates that the best overall experience is achieved at 1080p with High settings (97 FPS) or Medium settings (124 FPS), as these provide a good balance of visual fidelity and performance without sacrificing frame rate consistency. For 1440p users, Medium settings are the clear winner, providing a stable 83 FPS average that is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.