Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER delivers a robust Evolve experience, ranking in the top 23% of all tested combos. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher settings, but CPU limitations become apparent at lower resolutions and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and presets, providing a clear picture of what to expect from this configuration.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Evolve?

A: The combo ranks 389th out of 1695 tested combinations, placing it in the top 23% of all configurations. This indicates a strong, high-tier performer for this specific title.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 42576. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, scores slightly higher at 42653, a delta of -0.2%. The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE is also marginally ahead at 42723, while the AMD Radeon Pro 580X trails at 41991.

Q: What is the best preset to use at 1080p for the highest frame rate?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 225.8 FPS. The Medium preset follows at 206.7 FPS, and High drops to 176.5 FPS. Ultra is the most demanding, yielding 121.1 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck at 1080p with lower settings?

A: Yes, the data indicates this. The performance gap between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p is substantial, but the scaling from High to Low (176.5 to 225.8 FPS) suggests the CPU's single-thread performance is a limiting factor in less GPU-intensive scenes. The CPU’s single-thread benchmark score is 696 in 3dmark and 2124 in Cinebench R23.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3600's multi-threaded performance compare to its immediate rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600 has an average benchmark score of 18129. This is nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-11400, which scores 18150 (a -0.1% delta). It is also essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS at 18101 and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 at 18158.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K resolution at a playable frame rate?

A: Yes, at 4K with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 66.4 FPS. Dropping to Medium settings raises this to 84 FPS, while Low settings push it to 109.6 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that dips below 60 FPS, averaging 45.2 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the primary driver of frame rates in this configuration, especially at higher resolutions. With 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, it provides a 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is ample for Evolve's textures and geometry. The GPU's high boost clock of 2475 MHz and substantial shading units (7168) are reflected in its strong performance across all measured settings.

Benchmark results place this GPU in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 42576. This performance is nearly identical to the NVIDIA RTX A6000, which scores 42653. In practice, this raw power translates to high frame rates even at 4K. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the system averages 66.4 FPS. This demonstrates that the GPU is capable of handling the game's load at 4K without being severely stressed, as the frame rate remains fluid. The GPU's compute capability, shown by a 17108 score in Passmark GPU Compute, ensures that the visual effects in Evolve are rendered efficiently.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases, where the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth become critical. The transition from 1440p to 4K shows a significant performance cost, but the RTX 4070 SUPER still maintains a playable experience at High settings. The data shows that the GPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p and 1440p, where the system can push well above 100 FPS on High settings, but at 4K Ultra, the demands of the preset finally exceed what the card can comfortably deliver. The GPU is clearly the dominant component in this pairing, driving performance until the most extreme settings are applied.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 serves as a capable foundation for the RTX 4070 SUPER, though its role is more nuanced. This 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Zen 2 architecture has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its multi-threaded capabilities are solid, as evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15045, placing it in the 76th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 18129 is effectively on par with the Intel Core i5-11400, which scores 18150.

The CPU's influence is most visible at lower resolutions and settings, where the GPU is not fully taxed. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 225.8 FPS, but the scaling from High to Low is not linear, suggesting that the CPU's single-thread performance is starting to cap frame rates. The 3dmark single-thread score of 696 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2124 are respectable, but they are the limiting factor when trying to maximize frame rates beyond 200 FPS.

This is further corroborated by the fact that at 1080p, the difference between Medium (206.7 FPS) and Low (225.8 FPS) is only about 19 FPS, while the difference between High (176.5 FPS) and Medium is about 30 FPS. This indicates that the CPU is less of a bottleneck as settings increase, because the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU provides enough single-thread performance to keep the GPU fed at 1440p and 4K, but it prevents the system from reaching its full potential at 1080p on lower presets. It is a balanced partner that does not hold the GPU back at mainstream resolutions and settings.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested configurations for Evolve, this pairing of the Ryzen 5 3600 and RTX 4070 SUPER is a top-tier performer. With a combo rank of 389 out of 1695 tested combinations, it outperforms approximately 77% of all other systems. This places it firmly in the upper echelon, indicating a very strong gaming experience for this title.

This high rank is largely attributable to the GPU's exceptional performance, which places it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs. While the CPU is in the 76th percentile, its performance is closely matched with its direct rivals, ensuring it does not drag down the overall system score. The combination of a high-performing GPU with a competent mid-range CPU results in a system that is well-balanced for gaming, avoiding the severe bottlenecks that can plague less thought-out pairings.

The rank suggests that this system will not only handle Evolve well but is also positioned to perform admirably in other modern titles. The fact that it ranks in the top quarter of all combos means that users of this setup are getting a premium experience that is above the average for the vast majority of systems in the database. The data confirms that this is a high-end configuration that delivers on its promise of high-performance gaming.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For competitive play at 1080p, the Low preset is the clear choice, as it delivers a maximum average of 225.8 FPS. However, for a more balanced experience, the High preset at 176.5 FPS offers a significant visual upgrade while still maintaining an extremely high frame rate.

At 1440p, the High preset provides the best experience, averaging 118.1 FPS. This is a sweet spot where the game looks great and runs smoothly on high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset also performs well at 151 FPS, but the visual fidelity loss is not worth the extra frames for most users. The Ultra preset at 83.3 FPS is playable but starts to approach the lower end of what is ideal for fast-paced FPS gaming.

For 4K gaming, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, offering a solid 84 FPS. This provides a good balance between visual quality and performance. The High preset at 66.4 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize visuals and have a 60Hz display. The Ultra preset should be avoided, as its 45.2 FPS average is too low for a smooth experience. The data clearly shows that High at 1080p and 1440p, and Medium at 4K, are the best compromises for this hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is clearly capable of very high frame rates. The Low preset averages 225.8 FPS, while Medium follows at 206.7 FPS. High settings drop to 176.5 FPS, and the Ultra preset still manages a very respectable 121.1 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset averages 196.9 FPS, which is still exceptionally high. Medium settings maintain a fluid experience at 151 FPS. The High preset is the most balanced option at 118.1 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 83.3 FPS. All presets at 1440p are fully playable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed harder. The Low preset averages 109.6 FPS, proving that even at 4K, the system can achieve high refresh rates. Medium settings deliver a solid 84 FPS. The High preset averages 66.4 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold for a smooth experience. The Ultra preset, however, struggles, with an average of only 45.2 FPS, making it the only preset not recommended for playable frame rates. The data shows a clear, predictable progression of performance as resolution and settings increase.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is significant and reveals the system's limiting components. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 176.5 FPS at 1080p to 118.1 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 58.4 FPS. Moving to 4K, the average drops further to 66.4 FPS, a 51.7 FPS decrease from 1440p. The total decrease from 1080p to 4K is 110.1 FPS, or roughly 62%.

This scaling pattern indicates that the system is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions. The RTX 4070 SUPER's workload increases dramatically with pixel count, and its performance scales down accordingly. The CPU's role becomes less significant as resolution increases, as it can more easily feed the GPU with frames that take longer to render. The fact that 4K High can still achieve 66.4 FPS shows the GPU's strength, but the steep drop-off from 1080p High shows where the performance limits are.

However, the scaling at lower settings tells a different story. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 225.8 FPS at 1080p to 196.9 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of only 28.9 FPS. This smaller drop suggests that at 1080p Low, the CPU is the limiting factor, preventing the system from achieving even higher frame rates. As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, but the CPU's headroom means the frame rate does not drop as steeply as it does at High settings. This confirms that the Ryzen 5 3600 is a limiting factor only in low-resolution, low-detail scenarios, while the RTX 4070 SUPER dictates performance in more demanding situations.