Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT presents a compelling study in bottleneck dynamics within Evolve. This combination, ranking 870th out of 1695 tested combos, demonstrates that the 6-core, 12-thread CPU and the 12 GB GPU create a partnership where the performance ceiling shifts dramatically depending on resolution and settings. The data reveals a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p but one that yields to the GPU's workload at 4K, with the CPU's architectural limits becoming apparent at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases, but the rate of degradation reveals which component is the primary limiter. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 204 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 133.2 FPS, a reduction of 34.7%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 74.7 FPS, a further 43.9% drop from the 1440p figure. This scaling pattern suggests that at lower resolutions, the GPU is not the sole bottleneck; the CPU's single-thread performance (a 3dmark_single_thread score of 726) begins to cap the frame rate. The gap between 1080p and 1440p Low (70.8 FPS difference) is substantial, indicating that the RX 6750 XT has significant headroom that the Ryzen 5 4600G cannot fully exploit.

The story changes dramatically at Ultra settings. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 84.5 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 58.5 FPS, a 30.8% decrease. At 4K Ultra, the frame rate plummets to 33.5 FPS, which is a 42.7% drop from 1440p. This steeper decline at higher settings points to the GPU becoming the definitive limiting factor. The RX 6750 XT, with its 13.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance, is being saturated by the combined load of higher resolution and more demanding visual effects. The data implies that for this specific title, the CPU bottleneck is most pronounced at 1080p Low, while the GPU bottleneck dominates at 4K Ultra. The transition point appears to be somewhere between 1440p and 4K, where the GPU's fill rate and shading power become the primary constraint on performance.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 4600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13593 and a single-core score of 1919, indicate a capable mid-range processor. However, in Evolve, the CPU's role is most evident at 1080p where frame rates are highest. The 204 FPS at 1080p Low suggests the game engine is heavily reliant on the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls. While the 12 threads are beneficial for overall system responsiveness, the game's performance at lower resolutions appears tied to the CPU's single-thread throughput, which is reflected in its Passmark single-thread score of 2653.

The CPU's performance relative to its peers provides context. Its average benchmark score of 17489 places it near the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17482), with a 0% delta. It is also close to the Intel Core i5-12450H (17475, 0.1% delta) and slightly behind the Intel Core i3-14100T (17636, -0.8% delta). This indicates that the 4600G's processing power is adequate for the task, but it is not a high-end part that can push frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The data suggests that in Evolve, the CPU's 8 MB of shared L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are sufficient to feed the GPU at 1440p and 4K, but at 1080p, the CPU's architectural limits prevent the GPU from reaching its full potential. This is a classic case of a balanced mid-range system where the CPU becomes the limiting factor only when the GPU workload is light.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 204, which is measured at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average of 33.5 FPS, which is below the standard 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is there a significant performance difference between Medium and High settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, there is a notable difference. At 2560x1440, the Medium preset yields 103.2 FPS, while High settings drop the average to 80.6 FPS, a difference of 22.6 FPS.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested systems for Evolve?

A: The combo ranks 870th out of 1695 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the performance distribution.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its closest rival?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G has an average benchmark score of 17489, which is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE's score of 17482, showing a 0% delta.

Q: Does the GPU have enough VRAM for this game?

A: The GPU is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, which provides 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth, more than sufficient for the demands of Evolve.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimizing the gameplay experience. For users targeting 60 FPS as a baseline, the Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where it achieves 84.5 FPS. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 58.5 FPS, which is close to the target but may exhibit dips. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience at 1440p, the High preset at 80.6 FPS is the better choice, offering a significant performance buffer over Ultra. The Medium preset at 103.2 FPS at 1440p provides even more headroom, ideal for high refresh rate monitors.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The High preset produces 47.1 FPS, which is playable but not smooth. The Medium preset at 57.9 FPS is the only setting that approaches a playable 60 FPS target at 4K, though it may not hold consistently. The Low preset at 74.7 FPS is the only 4K option that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS. Therefore, the data suggests that for a balanced experience, the High preset at 1440p is the sweet spot, delivering 80.6 FPS. For 1080p users, the High preset at 120.6 FPS offers excellent visual quality with high frame rates, while the Medium preset at 154.2 FPS is preferable for competitive play. The Ultra preset should be reserved for 1080p, where it is the only resolution that maintains a playable frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

This pairing of the Ryzen 5 4600G and RX 6750 XT holds a rank of 870 out of 1695 tested combos for Evolve, placing it squarely in the 51st percentile of all tested systems. This mid-pack ranking indicates that while the combo is far from the top-tier performers, it is also not at the bottom. The ranking suggests that the system provides a competent experience, but it is not optimized for maximum performance in this specific title. The data implies that the system's overall performance is hindered by the CPU's mid-range capabilities, which are not able to fully unlock the GPU's potential in all scenarios.

The rank is a holistic measure that takes into account all measured settings and resolutions. The fact that the combo achieves 204 FPS at 1080p Low but only 33.5 FPS at 4K Ultra shows a wide performance envelope. This wide spread likely contributes to its average ranking, as it performs well in some scenarios but poorly in others. The combo's position in the middle of the pack suggests that users will need to adjust settings carefully to get the best experience, as there is no single preset that dominates across all resolutions. This is a system that rewards user intervention and settings tuning to match the desired balance of visual fidelity and frame rate.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset of measured average FPS reveals the system's behavior across all combinations of resolution and settings.

At 1920x1080, the performance is as follows: Low settings produce 204 FPS, Medium produces 154.2 FPS, High produces 120.6 FPS, and Ultra produces 84.5 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low settings produce 133.2 FPS, Medium produces 103.2 FPS, High produces 80.6 FPS, and Ultra produces 58.5 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low settings produce 74.7 FPS, Medium produces 57.9 FPS, High produces 47.1 FPS, and Ultra produces 33.5 FPS.

This data shows a consistent pattern of diminishing returns as settings increase. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1080p is 119.5 FPS, while at 4K, the gap narrows to 41.2 FPS. This narrowing gap is a clear indicator that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the performance difference between settings shrinks when the GPU is already saturated. The data also shows that the step from Medium to High has a larger impact at 1080p (a 33.6 FPS drop) than at 4K (a 10.8 FPS drop), further confirming that the CPU is more involved in lower resolution performance.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is a substantial GPU with 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. Its boost clock of 2600 MHz and game clock of 2495 MHz contribute to its 13.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This hardware configuration is well-suited for high-resolution gaming, which is reflected in the data. At 4K, the GPU's workload increases significantly, and the frame rates drop accordingly. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings results in a 41.6% decrease in FPS (from 80.6 to 47.1), which is a direct consequence of the GPU having to render nearly double the pixels.

The GPU's benchmark performance places it in the 79th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 35327. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 5600M, has a score of 35264, a 0.2% delta, indicating they are virtually identical in raw compute. The data suggests that the RX 6750 XT is a strong performer, but its potential is capped by the CPU at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the GPU is likely not fully utilized, as the CPU cannot feed it data fast enough. This is evident in the 204 FPS at Low settings, which, while high, is not indicative of the GPU's absolute maximum capability. The GPU's role as the primary bottleneck becomes clear at 4K Ultra, where the 33.5 FPS result is a direct reflection of its shading and memory bandwidth limits under maximum load. The 250 W TDP and dual-slot design confirm that this is a performance-oriented card, but the data shows its success in Evolve is heavily dependent on the resolution and settings chosen.