Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers a broad spectrum of performance in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The benchmark data reveals a system capable of exceeding 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, while at 1080p Low it pushes past 267 FPS, indicating a combination that scales effectively across resolutions. This analysis examines the measured frames per second, the roles of the CPU and GPU, and how this specific combo ranks among the 1,695 tested configurations.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 267.3, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This is significantly higher than the 4K Ultra result of 48.8 FPS.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average of 48.8 FPS. This is the lowest result in the measured data and falls below the 60 FPS threshold often sought for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops from 205.2 on Low settings to 86.7 on Ultra settings. This represents a significant 118.5 FPS reduction, or about a 58% decrease in performance when moving to the highest preset.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti considered a high-performing GPU in this database?

A: Yes, the GPU holds an 85th percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 44,900, placing it close to rivals like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, which has an average score of 45,152.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500's single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread performance?

A: The CPU's single-thread score in Cinebench R23 is 2,319, while its multi-core score is 16,429. This indicates a multi-core score roughly 7 times higher than the single-core result, which is typical for a 6-core, 12-thread processor.

*Q: What is the combo's overall rank in the database for Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 269th out of 1,695 tested combinations. This places it in the top 16% of all tested hardware pairings for this specific game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the primary driver of frame rates in Evolve, especially at higher resolutions and settings. The data shows that the GPU's capabilities are the limiting factor when moving from 1080p to 4K. For instance, at 1080p High, the combo achieves 185.5 FPS, but at 4K High, this drops to 73.7 FPS. This 111.8 FPS reduction highlights how the increased pixel count at 4K places a heavy load on the GPU's rendering pipeline.

The RTX 4070 Ti is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. This memory configuration is substantial for a game like Evolve, which was released in 2015, and likely prevents VRAM capacity from being a bottleneck even at 4K Ultra. The GPU's boost clock of 2610 MHz and its 7,680 shading units provide the raw compute power necessary to handle the game's effects and geometry.

The GPU's benchmark results reinforce its strength. It scores 31,624 in the Passmark G3D test and 20,5028 in Geekbench OpenCL, with a percentile ranking of 85 among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, has a similar average score of 45,152, showing the 4070 Ti is competitive with newer mobile parts. In Evolve, the data indicates that the GPU is the dominant force in determining performance, as the FPS scales consistently with resolution changes.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern across resolutions. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 and then to 3840x2160 results in a substantial performance cost. For example, at High settings, the average FPS is 185.5 at 1080p, 124.2 at 1440p, and 73.7 at 4K. This progression shows a drop of 61.3 FPS from 1080p to 1440p, and a further drop of 50.5 FPS from 1440p to 4K.

This scaling pattern suggests that the RTX 4070 Ti is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate reduction from 1080p to 4K is roughly 60%, which aligns with the GPU being tasked with rendering four times the number of pixels. The CPU's role becomes less significant as resolution increases, as the frame time is increasingly dominated by the GPU's pixel processing.

The data also indicates that the performance headroom at 1080p is substantial. At Low settings, the combo reaches 267.3 FPS, which is a very high frame rate. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU might start to become more of a factor, but the GPU still has enough power to maintain frame rates well above typical high-refresh-rate monitors. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p results in a 136.1 FPS drop, while at 4K the same setting change only reduces FPS by 69.1. This further confirms that the GPU is the limiting component, as the absolute performance cost of higher settings is less at higher resolutions where the GPU is already saturated.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest performance. With Low settings, the average FPS is 267.3. Moving to Medium settings reduces this to 239.0 FPS. High settings yield 185.5 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 131.2 FPS. The frame rate remains above 130 FPS even at the highest preset, indicating a very smooth experience for high-refresh-rate displays.

At 2560x1440, performance is still strong but begins to show the GPU's workload. Low settings result in an average of 205.2 FPS. Medium settings drop to 163.0 FPS, while High settings produce 124.2 FPS. Ultra settings are the most demanding, with an average of 86.7 FPS. This resolution offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, with even Ultra settings maintaining playable frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is heavily taxed. Low settings produce an average of 117.9 FPS, which is still quite playable. Medium settings drop to 92.4 FPS. High settings yield 73.7 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 48.8 FPS. This is the only configuration in the measured data that falls below the 60 FPS mark, suggesting that 4K Ultra may require some settings adjustments for a consistently smooth experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo of AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 269th out of 1,695 tested combinations in Evolve. This places it in the top 15.9% of all tested pairings, which is a strong showing for a mid-range CPU paired with a high-end GPU. The data suggests that the RTX 4070 Ti boosts the overall ranking, as the CPU's performance is more modest.

The CPU itself has a percentile ranking of 79 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20,875. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12500 (with a deltaPct of -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (also -0.1%). This indicates that the Ryzen 5 5500's processing power is competitive with other mid-range desktop chips. The high combo rank in Evolve is likely due to the game's age and its relative sensitivity to GPU performance over CPU performance, allowing the RTX 4070 Ti to dominate the results.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. This CPU provides a solid foundation for gaming, but in Evolve, its role is secondary to the GPU. The benchmark results show that the CPU's performance is sufficient to avoid being a major bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU is more heavily loaded.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16,429. Its single-thread score of 2,319 is also adequate for gaming. The data suggests that at 1080p Low settings, where the combo achieves 267.3 FPS, the CPU is likely providing enough instructions to keep the GPU fed. However, as the resolution increases, the CPU's workload per frame decreases relative to the GPU's, making the GPU the clear limiting factor.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s and its 16 MB of L3 cache are adequate for the game. The processor's 65W TDP also indicates efficient power usage. The fact that the combo ranks highly suggests that the Ryzen 5 5500 does not hold back the RTX 4070 Ti in this title, and the two components work well together to deliver high frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting the highest possible frame rates, the Low settings preset at 1920x1080 offers the best measured performance, with an average of 267.3 FPS. This is ideal for competitive play or for use with very high refresh rate monitors. At this resolution, even Ultra settings maintain an average of 131.2 FPS, so players can prioritize visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 2560x1440, the High settings preset provides a balanced experience, delivering an average of 124.2 FPS. This is a good option for those with 144Hz monitors who want a mix of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at this resolution still achieves 86.7 FPS, which is playable and offers the best visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the High settings preset is the recommended choice, as it delivers an average of 73.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset falls below this threshold at 48.8 FPS, so players seeking a smoother 4K experience should consider the High preset. The Low preset at 4K offers 117.9 FPS, but this sacrifices significant visual quality. The data suggests that High settings at 4K provides the best trade-off between visual fidelity and playable frame rates for this combo.