Evolve

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Evolve shows a clear and predictable resolution scaling pattern, with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination delivering progressively lower frame rates as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces 122 FPS average. Moving to 2560x1440 at High settings drops this to 82 FPS, a reduction of 40 FPS or approximately 33%. At 3840x2160 High, the average falls further to 47 FPS, which is roughly 61% below the 1080p result. This scaling curve indicates that the GPU is the dominant limiting factor as pixel count rises, since the frame rate drops are consistent with the increasing rendering load rather than any CPU bottleneck appearing at higher resolutions.

The pattern across all four settings presets reinforces this interpretation. At Low settings, the 1080p average is 201 FPS, dropping to 135 FPS at 1440p and 77 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops from 1080p to 4K at Low settings are about 62%, which is very similar to the 61% drop seen at High settings. At Medium settings, the averages are 156 FPS at 1080p, 105 FPS at 1440p, and 60 FPS at 4K, representing a 62% reduction from 1080p to 4K. Ultra settings show the lowest absolute numbers but a similar proportional decline: 85 FPS at 1080p, 57 FPS at 1440p, and 32 FPS at 4K, a 62% drop. This consistent proportional scaling across all quality presets strongly suggests the GPU is fully utilized and the CPU is keeping pace even at the highest frame rates.

The data also reveals that the gap between 1080p and 1440p is smaller in absolute terms than the gap between 1440p and 4K for most settings. For example, at High settings, the 1080p to 1440p drop is 40 FPS, while the 1440p to 4K drop is 35 FPS. At Low settings, the drops are 66 FPS and 58 FPS respectively. This is because 4K resolution quadruples the pixel count relative to 1080p, whereas 1440p is roughly 1.78 times the pixel count of 1080p. The rendering workload scales superlinearly with resolution, and the measured numbers reflect that relationship. The RX 7700's 16 GB of memory and 624.1 GB/s bandwidth are evidently sufficient to avoid memory-related stutters even at 4K, as the average FPS values remain stable without min FPS anomalies in the Medium preset where min/max data is available.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 is the primary performance driver in this Evolve benchmark configuration. The GPU's specifications include a base clock of 1900 MHz, a boost clock of 2459 MHz, and a game clock of 2041 MHz. It features 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 96 render output units, with 40 ray tracing cores. The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, providing 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth. These specifications allow the card to deliver the measured frame rates across all tested resolutions and settings.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it in percentile 58 among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 15852. The nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon R9 370X with a score of 15862 (a delta of -0.1%), the AMD Radeon RX 9060 at 16014 (delta -1%), the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 at 15679 (delta 1.1%), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti at 16129 (delta -1.7%). This means the RX 7700 is essentially tied with the R9 370X in aggregate performance, while being about 1% behind the RX 9060 and RTX 3060 Ti, and about 1.1% ahead of the Pro W5500. In the context of Evolve specifically, these relative standings translate into the FPS numbers seen in the measured data.

The GPU's 16 GB of VRAM is a notable asset for Evolve, a game released in 2015 that was designed for the hardware of that era. At 4K Ultra settings, the combo still manages 32 FPS average, indicating that the game's texture and geometry demands are well within the card's memory capacity. The 624.1 GB/s memory bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and frame buffer operations do not become a bottleneck, which is particularly relevant at higher resolutions where memory pressure increases. The GPU's RDNA 3.0 architecture with a 5 nm process node and 28,100 million transistors contributes to its efficiency and raw throughput, as reflected in the DirectX 12 benchmark score of 2865 in 3DMark Steel Nomad.

The GPU's clock behavior, with a game clock of 2041 MHz and boost up to 2459 MHz, provides consistent performance in sustained gaming workloads. Evolve is a 2015 title that does not heavily utilize modern features like ray tracing, so the 40 RT cores are largely unused, but the raw rasterization performance from the 2560 shading units and 96 ROPs directly determines the frame rates observed. The pixel rate of 236.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 393.4 GTexel/s are more than sufficient for this game's visual complexity, which is why even at 1080p Ultra the combo achieves 85 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the benchmark database, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + AMD Radeon RX 7700 combination ranks 1291 out of 2872 total tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the 55th percentile of all combinations, meaning it outperforms roughly 55% of tested systems and falls behind about 45%. This mid-pack ranking is somewhat surprising given the GPU's individual percentile of 58 and the CPU's percentile of 74, but it reflects the specific performance characteristics of this pairing in this particular game.

The combo's rank suggests that while both components are individually solid performers, their combination does not produce top-tier results in Evolve. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 21088 and percentile of 74, is a strong mid-range processor. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-1220P at 21066 (delta 0.1%), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V at 21112 (delta -0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U at 21133 (delta -0.2%), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U at 21174 (delta -0.4%). The CPU is essentially neck-and-neck with these alternatives, differing by less than 0.5% in aggregate benchmarks.

The GPU's rank of 58th percentile and its near-tie with the R9 370X (which is an older, lower-tier card) indicates that the RX 7700's performance in the database's aggregate benchmarks may not fully translate to Evolve-specific performance. However, the measured FPS data shows that the combo delivers playable frame rates at most settings and resolutions. The ranking of 1291 out of 2872 means there are many combos that achieve higher frame rates in Evolve, but also many that achieve lower ones. For a 1080p gaming experience, the combo's ability to exceed 120 FPS at High settings and 200 FPS at Low settings places it well above the threshold for smooth gameplay.

The disparity between the combo's rank and the individual component percentiles can be attributed to the game's specific engine characteristics and how it utilizes CPU and GPU resources. Evolve, being a 2015 title, may not be optimized for modern multi-core processors or the latest GPU architectures, which could limit the realized performance compared to what the hardware is theoretically capable of. The data indicates that this is a capable mid-range combo for Evolve, but not one that pushes into the upper echelons of the database rankings.

FAQ

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

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 122 FPS, with no min or max FPS values recorded.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 32, which is the lowest measured result across all tested configurations.

Q: What is the best performance result in the entire dataset?

A: The highest average FPS is 201, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Is there any frame rate data available for min and max FPS?

A: Min and max FPS data is only available for Medium settings across all three resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the min is 133 and max is 179 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the min is 89 and max is 120 FPS. At 4K Medium, the min is 51 and max is 68 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to other tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1291 out of 2872 total combinations tested for Evolve, placing it in the middle of the distribution.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The GPU features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth, with a memory clock of 2438 MHz (19.5 Gbps effective).

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Evolve covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra). At 1080p, the results are as follows: Low settings produce an average of 201 FPS; Medium settings average 156 FPS with a minimum of 133 and maximum of 179; High settings average 122 FPS; and Ultra settings average 85 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent decline, with Ultra delivering approximately 58% of the Low settings performance.

At 1440p, the averages drop across all presets. Low settings average 135 FPS, which is still very playable. Medium settings average 105 FPS with min and max of 89 and 120 FPS respectively. High settings average 82 FPS, and Ultra settings average 57 FPS. The 1440p results represent a reduction of roughly 33% from the corresponding 1080p values, consistent with the increased pixel count.

At 4K, the averages are significantly lower. Low settings average 77 FPS, which remains above 60 FPS and provides a smooth experience. Medium settings average 60 FPS with min and max of 51 and 68 FPS respectively, placing it right at the threshold of acceptable playability. High settings average 47 FPS, which may exhibit noticeable stutter on displays without adaptive sync. Ultra settings average 32 FPS, which is below the generally accepted threshold for smooth gameplay and would be considered borderline playable at best.

The Medium settings data is the only preset with complete min/max information, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the range from min to max is 46 FPS (133 to 179), indicating some variability. At 1440p Medium, the range narrows to 31 FPS (89 to 120). At 4K Medium, the range is 17 FPS (51 to 68), showing that frame pacing becomes more consistent at lower frame rates, likely because the GPU is more consistently saturated. The average FPS values for Medium settings across resolutions are 156, 105, and 60, respectively, showing a roughly 33% drop per resolution step.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G plays a supporting role in this combo's Evolve performance, providing adequate processing power to avoid bottlenecking the RX 7700 at most settings. The CPU features 6 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It is based on the Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne codename) on a 7 nm process node from TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The CPU's benchmark scores demonstrate solid multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 10551 multi-core and 1409 single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 8428 multi-core and 1801 single-core. In 3DMark, the 16-thread score is 5451 and the single-thread score is 872. The PassMark multi-thread score is 19717, and the single-thread score is 3177. These results place the CPU in the 74th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 21088.

In the context of Evolve, a game released in 2015, the CPU's six cores and twelve threads are more than sufficient for the game's threading model. The high single-thread performance, evidenced by the 1409 Cinebench R23 single-core score, ensures that the game's primary simulation and logic threads run efficiently. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache helps reduce memory latency and improve data access patterns for game logic. The memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s via dual-channel DDR4 is adequate for feeding the GPU with draw calls and geometry data.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i3-1220P (delta 0.1%), Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (delta -0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (delta -0.2%), and Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (delta -0.4%). These deltas indicate that the 5600G performs virtually identically to these alternatives in aggregate benchmarks. In Evolve specifically, the CPU's performance is sufficient to maintain frame rates above 200 FPS at 1080p Low settings, suggesting that it does not become the limiting factor even at the highest frame rates measured. The fact that FPS scales consistently with resolution and settings points to the GPU being the primary constraint, with the CPU providing ample headroom.

The CPU's integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are not relevant for this benchmark since the dedicated RX 7700 is used, but they do indicate that the CPU is designed to operate in a flexible configuration. The TDP of 65 W and the 7 nm process node contribute to thermal efficiency, allowing sustained boost clocks without excessive power draw. The PCIe Gen 3 interface with 16 lanes provides sufficient bandwidth for the RX 7700, which uses PCIe 4.0 x16, though the Gen 3 link does not significantly impact gaming performance in most titles.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data for Evolve, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and the user's preference for frame rate versus visual quality. At 1920x1080, High settings provide an excellent balance with 122 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and offers smooth gameplay while maintaining good visual fidelity. For users seeking maximum frame rates, Low settings at 1080p deliver 201 FPS, which is beneficial for high-refresh-rate displays. Ultra settings at 1080p produce 85 FPS, which remains playable but does not offer a significant visual improvement over High to justify the 30% performance drop.

At 2560x1440, High settings average 82 FPS, which is a good balance for most users, providing smooth gameplay on 60-75 Hz displays. Medium settings at 1440p average 105 FPS, which is ideal for 100 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors, and the min/max range of 89-120 FPS indicates acceptable frame pacing. Low settings at 1440p deliver 135 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. Ultra settings at 1440p average 57 FPS, which is slightly below the 60 FPS threshold and may be noticeable on some displays, making High settings the better choice for those prioritizing a stable 60 FPS experience.

At 3840x2160, Medium settings provide the best playable experience with 60 FPS average and a min/max range of 51-68 FPS. This is the only 4K preset that maintains an average at or above 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for 4K gaming. Low settings at 4K average 77 FPS, which offers additional headroom for users with 75 Hz or higher displays, though at a visual quality cost. High settings at 4K average 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may result in noticeable judder. Ultra settings at 4K average 32 FPS, which is generally not recommended for a playable experience.

For users with variable refresh rate displays, the Medium settings preset at any resolution provides the most consistent frame pacing, as evidenced by the available min/max data. The 4K Medium preset, with a narrow 17 FPS range between min and max, offers the most stable experience at that resolution, albeit at a lower average frame rate. For most users, High settings at 1080p or 1440p offer the best combination of visual quality and performance, while Medium settings at 4K are the only viable option for maintaining 60 FPS at that resolution. The data clearly indicates that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K playable only at lower quality presets.