Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination delivers a wide performance envelope in Evolve, scaling from highly playable 4K Ultra settings to extreme refresh-rate territory at 1080p. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s capabilities become more apparent as the resolution drops.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frames per second show a clear and consistent degradation as resolution increases, which is the expected behavior for a GPU-bound title at these settings. At 1080p High, the combo produces 172 FPS. Moving to 1440p High reduces that figure to 115 FPS, a 33% drop. Further moving to 2160p High yields 66 FPS, which is a 43% reduction from 1440p and a 62% reduction from 1080p. This steep curve indicates that the rendering load is scaling heavily with pixel count.

The trend is similar across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 245 FPS at 1080p to 189 FPS at 1440p, and then to 108 FPS at 2160p. The drop from 1080p to 1440p here is 23%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 43%. This pattern suggests that even at lower graphical fidelity, the resolution increase is the dominant factor, though the relative performance hit is more severe at higher settings.

At Medium settings, the data includes minimum and maximum frame times, which provide additional insight. The 1080p Medium preset averages 219 FPS, with a minimum of 186 FPS and a maximum of 252 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average falls to 147 FPS, with a minimum of 125 FPS and a maximum of 169 FPS. The 2160p Medium preset averages 84 FPS, with a minimum of 71 FPS and a maximum of 96 FPS. The consistent minimum frame rates suggest that the system maintains a stable level of performance without severe hitches.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is generally less punishing than the scaling from 1440p to 4K, which is typical for a high-end GPU. The RX 7900 XT’s raw compute power is being taxed heavily at the 4K resolution, as evidenced by the halving of frame rates from 1080p to 4K across most presets. The limiting component at 4K is clearly the GPU, as the CPU has more headroom at lower resolutions where the frame rate is higher. The data points to a system that is well-balanced for 1440p gaming, where the GPU is still the primary bottleneck but the CPU is able to feed it sufficient data to achieve high frame rates. At 1080p, the frame rates become so high that the CPU's role becomes more significant, though the GPU still remains the limiting factor in most scenarios.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. It features a 32 MB shared L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU’s benchmark scores show a strong single-thread performance of 2872, which is critical for games like Evolve that may not fully utilize many cores. The multithread score is 19236, and the processor ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs.

In the context of this game, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions. At 4K, the frame rates are low enough that the CPU is unlikely to be the limiting factor, as the GPU is heavily burdened. However, at 1080p, the frame rates are high enough that the CPU's single-thread performance becomes more relevant. The data shows that the combo achieves 245 FPS at 1080p Low, which is a very high frame rate that would require a capable CPU to maintain. The Ryzen 5 5600F's boost clock of 4.00 GHz and its single-thread score suggest it has the necessary processing power for this task.

The CPU's 12 threads provide ample parallelism for game logic and background tasks, but the performance in Evolve is more likely tied to its strong single-core capabilities. The nearest rival comparisons show that the Ryzen 5 5600F is closely matched with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, with a deltaPct of 0, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, which is 0.2% slower. This indicates that the CPU is in a competitive performance tier, and its impact on the game’s frame rate is likely similar to those processors.

At 1440p, the frame rates are moderate, and the CPU is likely providing a steady stream of data to the GPU without becoming a bottleneck. The system's ability to maintain a minimum of 125 FPS at 1440p Medium suggests that the CPU can handle the game's processing demands at that resolution. The data indicates that the CPU is not a weak link in this configuration, and its performance is sufficient to support the GPU's capabilities across all tested resolutions. The processor's 65W TDP and 7 nm process node contribute to its efficiency, but the benchmark results show it is a capable gaming processor for this title.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is the dominant component in this pairing, with a 20 GB GDDR6 memory pool and a 320-bit memory bus that yields a bandwidth of 800.0 GB/s. The GPU has a boost clock of 2394 MHz and a game clock of 2025 MHz, with 5376 shading units. Its compute power is substantial, with an FP32 rating of 51.48 TFLOPS. The GPU's G3D benchmark score is 29009, but it ranks only in the 55th percentile among all GPUs, which is surprising given its raw specifications.

The GPU's role in Evolve is clearly central to the frame rates achieved. At 4K Ultra, the combo averages 45 FPS, which is a demanding scenario where the GPU is working at its limits. At 4K High, the average rises to 66 FPS, showing that the GPU has headroom when settings are reduced. The 4K Low preset yields 108 FPS, which is a significant improvement and demonstrates that the GPU can handle 4K when graphical fidelity is lowered.

The GPU's memory capacity of 20 GB is more than sufficient for this game, which is from 2015 and likely does not require large texture pools. The high bandwidth of 800.0 GB/s ensures that data can be fed to the GPU quickly, which is beneficial at high resolutions. The GPU's performance scaling with settings is consistent with its architecture. The drop from 1080p High to 4K High is 62%, which is a large reduction but expected for a GPU that is being pushed to its limits.

The nearest rival data for the GPU shows it is closely matched with the AMD Radeon 660M in terms of average benchmark score, with a deltaPct of -0.5, and the NVIDIA RTX A2000 Mobile, also with a deltaPct of -0.5. This is an unusual comparison for a desktop GPU, but it highlights that the benchmark database’s average scores may not fully reflect gaming performance. The GPU's 55th percentile ranking is low for a high-end card, but the measured FPS in Evolve shows that it is a strong performer in this specific title. The data suggests that the GPU is the primary determinant of frame rate, especially at 1440p and 4K, where its compute power and memory bandwidth are fully utilized.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings is 172 FPS.

Q: How does the performance at 4K Ultra compare to 4K Low?

A: At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 45 FPS, while the Low preset averages 108 FPS, showing a 63 FPS difference between the two settings.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded at 1440p Medium?

A: The minimum frame rate at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 125 FPS, with an average of 147 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the limiting factor at 4K?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, as frame rates are significantly lower than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is heavily burdened by the higher resolution.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 563 out of 2872 tested combinations for this game.

Q: Does the game support high refresh rate monitors at 1080p?

A: Yes, at 1080p Low the average frame rate is 245 FPS, and at 1080p Medium it is 219 FPS, which are high enough for most high refresh rate displays.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT combination is ranked 563 out of 2872 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the top 20% of all tested configurations, indicating a strong overall performance level. The rank is likely influenced by the GPU’s ability to handle high resolutions and settings, as well as the CPU’s capacity to maintain high frame rates at lower resolutions.

The rank suggests that there are many other combinations that can achieve higher frame rates in this game, but this pairing is still a formidable performer. The data shows that the combo can exceed 100 FPS at 4K Low and 1440p High, which is a significant achievement. The rank of 563 out of 2872 means that the majority of tested combos are slower, but there is a substantial number of faster configurations.

The high rank is likely due to the GPU's strong performance at 1440p, where it achieves over 100 FPS on High settings. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to avoid becoming a bottleneck, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential. The combination of a 6-core processor with a high-end GPU is a balanced pairing that performs well in this title. The rank also reflects the system's ability to maintain high minimum frame rates, which contributes to a smooth gaming experience. Overall, this combo is a solid choice for Evolve, offering good performance across a range of resolutions and settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 4K, the High preset offers a good balance, with an average of 66 FPS. The Ultra preset is playable with an average of 45 FPS, but the High preset provides a smoother experience. The Medium preset at 4K averages 84 FPS, which is a solid choice for those who prefer higher frame rates at 4K. The Low preset at 4K yields 108 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play.

At 1440p, the High preset is the best choice for a balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 115 FPS. The Medium preset averages 147 FPS, which is better for high refresh rate monitors. The Low preset at 1440p achieves 189 FPS, making it the best option for maximum frame rates. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 80 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play.

At 1080p, the Ultra preset averages 119 FPS, which is a good option for those who want the best visuals. The High preset averages 172 FPS, which is a strong choice for high refresh rate gaming. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 219 FPS, and the Low preset averages 245 FPS, both of which are excellent for esports or competitive scenarios. The data shows that the Medium preset at 1080p is a great choice, as it offers a high frame rate with a minimum of 186 FPS, providing a smooth experience.

For a general recommendation, the Medium preset at 1440p offers a strong balance of visual fidelity and performance, with an average of 147 FPS and a minimum of 125 FPS. If the goal is 4K gaming, the High preset is recommended for the best overall experience, as it stays above 60 FPS. The data indicates that the system is versatile and can be tuned to meet various performance targets.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is the complete set of measured frame rates for this combination in Evolve.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average 245 FPS
• Medium: Average 219 FPS, Minimum 186 FPS, Maximum 252 FPS
• High: Average 172 FPS
• Ultra: Average 119 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: Average 189 FPS
• Medium: Average 147 FPS, Minimum 125 FPS, Maximum 169 FPS
• High: Average 115 FPS
• Ultra: Average 80 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: Average 108 FPS
• Medium: Average 84 FPS, Minimum 71 FPS, Maximum 96 FPS
• High: Average 66 FPS
• Ultra: Average 45 FPS

The data shows a clear pattern of frame rate reduction as resolution and settings increase. At 1080p, the system is capable of very high frame rates, with the Low preset exceeding 240 FPS. The Medium preset is also very fast, with a minimum of 186 FPS. At 1440p, the frame rates are still high, with the Low preset near 190 FPS and the High preset above 110 FPS. At 4K, the frame rates drop significantly, with only the Low preset exceeding 100 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding, with an average of 45 FPS. The minimum frame rate data for Medium settings shows that the system maintains a stable performance level, with the 1080p minimum being 186 FPS, the 1440p minimum being 125 FPS, and the 4K minimum being 71 FPS. This indicates that the system is well-suited for a variety of gaming scenarios, from high refresh rate 1080p to 4K gaming with reduced settings.