Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a constrained gaming experience in Evolve, with benchmark results showing a combination that struggles under load. The measured frame rates across resolutions and settings reveal a system where the integrated-class GPU is the primary bottleneck, limiting the otherwise capable six-core processor. This analysis breaks down the performance data to show exactly how this combo behaves, where its limits lie, and what settings are viable for playable frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, indicating that the Intel Arc B370 is the limiting component in this pairing. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 80 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that figure to 54 FPS, a reduction of 26 FPS (32.5%). The subsequent jump to 4K Low yields only 31 FPS, another 23 FPS decline (42.6%). This pattern shows that the GPU's rendering capabilities are being saturated well before the CPU becomes a factor.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced at higher quality presets. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 34 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 23 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it collapses to 13 FPS. The delta between 1080p and 4K at Ultra settings is 21 FPS, meaning the 4K result is just 38% of the 1080p performance. This is a severe drop that confirms the GPU is working at its absolute limit, with the 1280 shading units and 20 ROPs of the Arc B370 unable to keep pace with the pixel count at higher resolutions.

The data suggests that resolution scaling is not linear but exponential in its impact. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS across all settings drops by roughly 32-35%. From 1440p to 4K, the drop is even larger, at 41-43%. This is characteristic of a GPU that is bottlenecked by its memory bandwidth, which is listed as "System Dependent" in the specifications, and its modest 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. The CPU, with its 3.90 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost clock, is not the constraint here; the frame rate falls in lockstep with the pixel count, a clear sign of GPU-bound performance.

Settings Recommendations

For a playable experience, the data points to Low settings as the only viable option at 1080p. The 80 FPS average at 1080p Low is the only result that approaches a comfortable competitive frame rate. Moving to Medium settings at 1080p drops the average to 62 FPS, which is still playable but shows a 22.5% performance penalty for the quality increase. High settings at 1080p yields 49 FPS, which is borderline, while Ultra at 34 FPS is not recommended for any fast-paced gameplay.

At 1440p, the situation is more constrained. Low settings delivers 54 FPS, which is acceptable for Evolve, but Medium drops to 42 FPS, and High falls to 33 FPS. The Ultra preset at 23 FPS is effectively unplayable. The data suggests that if the user must play at 1440p, Low settings are the only reasonable choice, and even then, the frame rate is not ideal for a fast-paced FPS.

The 4K results are uniformly poor across all settings. The best 4K result is 31 FPS at Low, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. Medium yields 24 FPS, High 19 FPS, and Ultra 13 FPS. None of these are playable. The recommendation is clear: this combo is not suited for 4K gaming in Evolve. The optimal experience is 1080p Low, where the 80 FPS average provides the headroom needed for consistent frame pacing. The Medium preset at 1080p is a compromise for visual fidelity, but the 62 FPS average is still within a playable range, though it may dip during intense scenes.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a six-core, twelve-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne. Its specifications are solid for gaming, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The 16 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth provide a solid foundation for feeding a discrete GPU. However, in this pairing, the CPU's role is diminished because the GPU is the limiting factor.

Benchmark results for the CPU show it is a competent performer. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551 and single-core score of 1409 indicate strong processing power. The Passmark multithread score of 19717 and single-thread score of 3177 further confirm its capability. The CPU's percentile ranking of 74 against all CPUs means it outperforms a majority of processors. In the context of Evolve, the data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck. The frame rates drop proportionally with resolution, which would not happen if the CPU were struggling to feed the GPU.

The nearest rivals for the CPU, such as the Intel Core i3-1220P with a deltaPct of 0.1, show that the 5600G is in a competitive performance tier. The 3dmark single-thread score of 872 and 2-thread score of 1705 show that the CPU has adequate single-thread performance for game logic and physics. The fact that the 4K Ultra result is 13 FPS versus the 1080p Low result of 80 FPS is not a CPU limitation but a GPU one. The CPU is likely idle waiting for the GPU to render frames, making the 5600G's power irrelevant in this specific configuration for Evolve.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined ranking of this specific CPU and GPU pair in Evolve is 2639 out of 2872 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 8.1% of all tested configurations, indicating that this is a low-performing combination for this game. The rank of 2639 is not a reflection of the CPU's capability but rather the severe limitation imposed by the Intel Arc B370 GPU, which has a percentile ranking of only 5 against all GPUs.

The GPU's nearest rivals—the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, ATI Radeon HD 5770, and AMD Radeon HD 7650M—are all legacy parts. The deltaPct values are small, ranging from -0.2 to -0.7, meaning the Arc B370 performs nearly identically to these older cards in the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 test, where it scored 1184. This places it in a performance class that is not competitive for modern gaming at higher resolutions. The combo rank of 2639 is a direct consequence of this GPU performance, as the CPU's rank of 74th percentile is far higher than the GPU's 5th percentile.

The data indicates that if the CPU were paired with a more capable GPU, the combo rank would be significantly higher. The CPU is not the limiting factor; the GPU is. The fact that the combo sits at 2639 of 2872 shows that this pairing is unbalanced, with the GPU holding back the system. For users considering this combo for Evolve, the ranking serves as a warning that the experience will be poor, particularly at higher resolutions and settings.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the primary determinant of performance in this combo, and its specifications explain the low frame rates. It features 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 ROPs, with a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. The architecture is Xe3-LPG on a 3 nm process, but its memory is "System Shared," meaning it relies on system RAM rather than dedicated VRAM. The bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent," which is a critical weakness for gaming.

The GPU's FP32 performance is 6.144 TFLOPS, and its pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s. These figures are modest by modern standards. The 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, which is exceptionally low. The nearest rivals are all older cards, confirming that the Arc B370 is not a gaming-oriented part in this configuration. The 10 RT cores are present, but they do not help with rasterization performance in Evolve.

The data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck at all resolutions. At 1080p Low, the 80 FPS average is the best case, but the GPU's limits are exposed as the resolution increases. The 4K Ultra result of 13 FPS is a clear indication that the GPU cannot handle the pixel throughput. The "System Shared" memory is a significant disadvantage, as the GPU must compete with the CPU for memory bandwidth, leading to the steep performance drops seen at higher resolutions. The GPU's TDP of 25 W also indicates a low-power part that is not designed for sustained high-load gaming.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The data shows that 1080p Low is the only setting that provides a comfortable frame rate, with an average of 80 FPS. 1080p Medium is also playable at 62 FPS. Higher resolutions are not recommended, as 1440p Low only reaches 54 FPS, and 4K results are all below 31 FPS.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G or the Intel Arc B370 the bottleneck?

A: The Intel Arc B370 is clearly the bottleneck. The FPS drops proportionally with resolution, from 80 FPS at 1080p Low to 31 FPS at 4K Low, indicating the GPU is saturated. The CPU's performance is sufficient, as its benchmark scores are strong, but the GPU's 5th percentile ranking limits the system.

*Q: Can this combo run Evolve at Ultra settings?*

A: At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 34, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 23 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it is 13 FPS. The data indicates that Ultra settings are not viable for a playable experience.

Q: How does the Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B370's 3dmark Steel Nomad score of 1184 is nearly identical to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), and AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192). The deltaPct values are -0.2, -0.5, and -0.7, respectively, meaning the Arc B370 is slightly slower than these older parts.

*Q: What is the combo's overall ranking in Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 2639 out of 2872 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom 8.1% of all tested combos, reflecting the GPU's severe performance limitation in this game.

Q: Is the 5600G a strong CPU on its own?

A: Yes, the CPU's benchmark scores are solid. It has a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551 and a single-core score of 1409. Its percentile ranking against all CPUs is 74, meaning it outperforms most processors. The low combo rank is not due to the CPU but the GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the measured average FPS for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G + Intel Arc B370 combo in Evolve.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Ultra: 13 FPS
• High: 19 FPS
• Medium: 24 FPS (min 20, max 27)
• Low: 31 FPS

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Ultra: 23 FPS
• High: 33 FPS
• Medium: 42 FPS (min 35, max 48)
• Low: 54 FPS

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Ultra: 34 FPS
• High: 49 FPS
• Medium: 62 FPS (min 53, max 72)
• Low: 80 FPS

The data shows a clear hierarchy. At 1080p, the Low preset is the only one that exceeds 60 FPS, and the Medium preset is the only other playable option at 62 FPS. The High and Ultra presets drop to 49 and 34 FPS, respectively. At 1440p, the Low preset at 54 FPS is marginally playable, but the Medium preset at 42 FPS and above are not recommended. The 4K results are all below 31 FPS, which is not suitable for an FPS game. The Medium presets at 1440p and 4K provide min/max ranges that show frame time inconsistency, with the 4K Medium range being 20-27 FPS, which is a tight but low range. The 1080p Medium range of 53-72 FPS shows more variability, but the average is still within a playable zone.