Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti delivers a performance profile in Evolve that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphics settings. The measured data shows a clear hierarchy: at 1080p the combination is capable of very high frame rates, but the demands of 4K resolution with high preset levels push the system to its limits. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to explain the roles of the CPU and GPU, how the combo ranks, and what settings provide the best experience.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates reveal a significant and predictable drop as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system produces an average of 180.4 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset reduces the average to 121.2 FPS, a substantial decrease. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average further drops to 70.2 FPS. This scaling pattern indicates that even at the lowest setting, the workload scales heavily with pixel count, which is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario.

The impact of resolution becomes more pronounced at higher settings. At the High preset, the average FPS goes from 111.2 at 1080p, down to 71.8 at 1440p, and finally to 43.4 at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most extreme scaling, with 75.5 FPS at 1080p, 53.2 FPS at 1440p, and only 30.3 FPS at 4K. The data suggests that the GTX 1080 Ti's capabilities are the primary limiting factor at 4K, as the frame rate drops to levels that would be considered demanding for a fast-paced FPS. The difference between 1080p and 1440p is significant, but the jump to 4K represents a steep climb that the GPU cannot fully handle at higher quality settings. The 180.4 FPS at 1080p Low versus the 30.3 FPS at 4K Ultra shows a performance range of roughly 6x, underscoring how much of the GPU's headroom is consumed by resolution and preset complexity.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 3000 series, built on the Zen 2 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. For a game like Evolve, which is an FPS, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and draw calls. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 180.4 FPS, which is a high enough frame rate to suggest that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at that resolution. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15045 and a single-core score of 2124, indicate strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance for its generation.

The data implies that the Ryzen 5 3600 does not become a bottleneck until frame rates are extremely high. At 1080p Low, the system is likely approaching the CPU's limit, but it still manages to deliver a playable 180.4 FPS. The 3dmark single thread score of 696 and the 2-thread score of 1361 show that the processor's single-thread performance is solid, which is crucial for games that rely on a primary game thread. The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is also beneficial for game data. However, as resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU's workload grows, and the CPU's relative importance diminishes. The frame rate drops at higher resolutions are more attributable to the GPU's rendering limits than to CPU performance, as the CPU has more time to process frames when the GPU is slower. The Ryzen 5 3600's performance, compared to its nearest rivals, shows it is a balanced mid-range processor, with its average benchmark score of 18129 being nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-11400's 18150, a deltaPct of -0.1.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is a high-end graphics card from the GeForce 10-series, based on the Pascal architecture. It is equipped with 11 GB of GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 484.4 GB/s. This large memory pool and high bandwidth are critical for high-resolution textures and demanding effects. The GPU has a base clock of 1481 MHz and a boost clock of 1582 MHz. Its raw compute power is substantial, with an FP32 performance of 11.34 TFLOPS. The data clearly shows that the GTX 1080 Ti is the primary driver of performance differences across the measured settings.

At 1080p, the GPU has ample headroom, allowing for 180.4 FPS on Low. However, the frame rate drops to 75.5 FPS on Ultra at the same resolution, showing the significant cost of high-quality effects. The GPU's performance is directly tied to resolution; at 4K, the Ultra preset yields only 30.3 FPS, which is a clear indicator that the card is overburdened. The GTX 1080 Ti's percentile ranking of 61 against all GPUs shows it is a capable card, but its generation is aging. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA TITAN Xp, has a deltaPct of 1.1, meaning it is slightly faster, while the GTX 780 is a 0 deltaPct, indicating the 1080 Ti is significantly more powerful than that older card. The 11 GB VRAM is a notable asset, as it is unlikely to be a limiting factor even at 4K, but the GPU's processing power, not its memory, is what causes the frame rate to dip below 60 FPS at 4K Ultra. The data suggests that the GPU's architecture, while strong, is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in Evolve.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti ranks 1017 out of 1695 combos for this game. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the overall distribution. This ranking is reflective of the fact that while the GTX 1080 Ti is a strong card, it is not the newest generation, and the Ryzen 5 3600 is a solid but not top-tier CPU. The combo's rank suggests that many other pairings, likely with newer GPUs, can achieve higher frame rates.

The combo's performance is better understood by looking at its components' individual standings. The CPU's percentile of 76 indicates it is better than 76% of all CPUs, showing it is a strong performer. The GPU's percentile of 61 is lower, indicating it is a more average component. This discrepancy suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor in this combo's overall ranking. The measured FPS data supports this, as the system can achieve high frame rates at 1080p, but struggles at 4K. The ranking of 1017 out of 1695 is a global assessment, and for a game like Evolve, the experience is more nuanced. The combo can deliver excellent performance at 1080p, but its ability to handle 4K is mediocre. This ranking is a useful metric for comparing against other systems, but it is important to consider the specific resolution and settings being used.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo can achieve in Evolve?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 180.4 at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K with a smooth 60 FPS experience?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS is 70.2 on Low settings, but the High preset only yields 43.4 FPS and Ultra drops to 30.3 FPS, so a consistent 60 FPS is not achievable at 4K.

Q: At which resolution is this combo's performance most GPU-bound?

A: The performance is most GPU-bound at 3840x2160 (4K), where the frame rates are significantly lower across all presets compared to 1080p and 1440p, indicating the GPU is the primary bottleneck.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3600 compare to the Intel Core i5-11400 in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600's average benchmark score is 18129, which is a -0.1 deltaPct compared to the Intel Core i5-11400's 18150, making them nearly identical.

Q: How much VRAM does the GTX 1080 Ti have?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has 11 GB of GDDR5X memory.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo at 1440p?

A: The lowest average FPS at 2560x1440 is 53.2, which is achieved on the Ultra preset.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a smooth 60 FPS experience, 1080p is the most viable resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 111.2 FPS, which is excellent for a fast-paced FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p still offers a playable 75.5 FPS, and Medium provides 138.9 FPS. For players who prioritize high refresh rates, the Low preset at 1080p achieves 180.4 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play.

At 2560x1440, the High preset provides 71.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold and offers a good balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset at 1440p yields 92.8 FPS, making it a strong choice for higher frame rates. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 53.2 FPS, which is slightly below 60 FPS, so it is only recommended if visual fidelity is more important than smoothness. At 3840x2160, no preset achieves a stable 60 FPS. The Low preset is the only one that comes close, with 70.2 FPS, but it requires sacrificing visual quality. The High and Medium presets at 4K produce 43.4 and 55.3 FPS respectively, which are playable but not ideal for a competitive FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K, with 30.3 FPS, is not recommended for general play. The data indicates that the best overall experience for this combo is at 1080p or 1440p with High or Medium settings, balancing visual quality with a high, consistent frame rate.