Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 pairing in Evolve presents a study in asymmetrical capability. The CPU, built on the Zen 3 architecture with 6 cores and 12 threads, posts a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its benchmark profile is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16758 and a single-core score of 2365, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. This foundation suggests that processor-side bottlenecks are unlikely to be the primary constraint in most gaming scenarios. The GTX 1070, meanwhile, is a Pascal-era GPU with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s. Its 1920 shading units and boost clock of 1683 MHz give it a measured FP32 throughput of 6.463 TFLOPS, yet it sits at only the 51st percentile of all GPUs. The data from Evolve suggests the GPU is the gatekeeper for high-fidelity visuals, while the CPU provides ample headroom for frame generation at lower settings.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Ryzen 5 5600G's specifications indicate a processor that should not struggle with Evolve's CPU demands. With 6 physical cores and 12 threads, it offers parallel processing capability that is well-suited for modern game engines, which often leverage multiple threads for physics, AI, and scene management. The boost clock of 4.40 GHz is a high figure for the Zen 3 architecture, and benchmark results confirm its strength: a PassMark multi-thread score of 19717 and a single-thread score of 3177 show balanced performance. In the context of the measured FPS data, the CPU's role becomes clear when examining the frame rates at lower resolutions and settings.

At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 133.3 FPS. This high frame rate, compared to the 78.8 FPS at High settings, indicates that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far more frames than the GPU can render at higher quality presets. The CPU is not the limiting factor in this scenario; the performance ceiling is being imposed by the graphics card. The 5600G's 3DMark scores, such as 5455 for max threads and 872 for single thread, reinforce this interpretation. The processor's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Core i7-11800H, which is 0.2% faster, and the AMD EPYC 7713P, also 0.2% faster, showing that the 5600G is in a performance tier where CPU-bound scenarios are rare in this title.

Furthermore, the data shows only a modest FPS drop when moving from Low to Medium settings at 1080p (133.3 to 100.7 FPS), which is a GPU-driven change. The CPU has the headroom to handle the increased draw calls and game logic without a proportional performance penalty. The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s further ensure that the processor can maintain data flow to the GPU without stalling. In essence, the 5600G's role in this combo is to provide a stable, high-throughput platform that never becomes the primary bottleneck, allowing the GTX 1070's raw rendering capabilities to be the deciding factor in frame rate.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the component that dictates the performance envelope in Evolve. Its 8 GB of GDDR5 VRAM is a substantial allocation for a game from 2015, and the 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth is sufficient for high-resolution textures. The core clock of 1506 MHz with a boost of 1683 MHz provides a solid foundation, but the data reveals that the GPU's performance scales inversely with resolution and settings in a predictable manner. At 4K Ultra, the combo manages only 19.6 FPS, which is nearly unplayable. This is a clear indication that the GPU's compute resources and memory bandwidth are overwhelmed at this extreme configuration.

The GTX 1070's benchmark scores show a mixed picture. Its PassMark G3D score of 13498 is respectable, but its DirectX 12 score of 48 and DirectX 11 score of 100 suggest that its legacy architecture may not be optimized for all API paths. The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER, which is 1.4% faster, and the NVIDIA Quadro K4200, which is 0.7% slower. This places the GTX 1070 in a mid-range tier where it can handle 1080p and 1440p gaming with adjustments to quality settings. The measured FPS at 1440p High (53.6 FPS) versus 1440p Low (90.4 FPS) shows a 36.8 FPS swing, highlighting how sensitive the GPU is to shader complexity and texture filtering.

The VRAM capacity is not the limiting factor here, as 8 GB is ample for Evolve's textures. Instead, the 1920 shading units and 64 ROPs are the likely constraints when pushing higher pixel counts and effects. The pixel rate of 107.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 202.0 GTexel/s are adequate for 1080p but become strained at 4K. The data indicates that the GTX 1070 is a capable 1080p card and a decent 1440p option, but it is not designed for 4K gaming in this title. The GPU's percentile ranking of 51 versus the CPU's 78 confirms that the graphics card is the weaker link in this pairing.

FAQ

Q: Why is the FPS at 4K Ultra so low compared to 1080p Low?

A: The measured data shows a drop from 133.3 FPS at 1080p Low to 19.6 FPS at 4K Ultra. This represents a 85.3% reduction in performance, which is attributable to the GPU's inability to handle the pixel count and rendering complexity at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5600G holding back the GTX 1070 in this game?

A: No. The data shows the CPU is not a bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 133.3 FPS, and the CPU's benchmark scores (e.g., 16758 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) are high. The frame rate is limited by the GPU, especially at higher settings and resolutions.

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

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution. The average FPS ranges from 55.4 at Ultra to 133.3 at Low, all of which are playable. 2560x1440 is also viable, but only at Low (90.4 FPS) or Medium (65.5 FPS) settings.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 1449 out of 1695 tested combinations. This places it in the lower percentile of systems, indicating that while it is functional, many other hardware pairings deliver higher performance in this specific game.

Q: Is there a large performance difference between High and Ultra settings?

A: Yes. At 1080p, High yields 78.8 FPS while Ultra yields 55.4 FPS, a difference of 23.4 FPS. At 1440p, the gap is 17.0 FPS (53.6 vs 36.6). At 4K, the gap is 10.7 FPS (30.3 vs 19.6). The Ultra preset imposes a significant cost.

Q: Does the GPU or CPU show a higher performance percentile?

A: The CPU is stronger relative to its peers. The Ryzen 5 5600G is in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the GTX 1070 is in the 51st percentile of all GPUs. This reinforces the conclusion that the GPU is the limiting component.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are consistently high. Low settings deliver an average of 133.3 FPS, which is an excellent result for competitive play. Medium settings yield 100.7 FPS, still very smooth. High settings produce 78.8 FPS, which is a solid experience for most users. Ultra settings drop to 55.4 FPS, which remains playable but shows the cost of maxing out visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the performance is more moderate. Low settings achieve 90.4 FPS, which is a strong result and suggests the GPU has headroom at this resolution. Medium settings produce 65.5 FPS, which is acceptable. High settings yield 53.6 FPS, which is borderline for a smooth experience, and Ultra settings fall to 36.6 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for action games. The step from Low to Medium at 1440p is a 24.9 FPS drop, whereas the step from Medium to High is an 11.9 FPS drop, indicating diminishing returns from higher settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overburdened. Low settings produce 47.3 FPS, which is barely playable. Medium settings yield 40.3 FPS, and High settings drop to 30.3 FPS. Ultra settings are not viable, with an average of 19.6 FPS. The data shows a consistent pattern: the GTX 1070 loses roughly half its frame rate when moving from 1440p to 4K at the same settings. For example, 1440p High (53.6 FPS) drops to 4K High (30.3 FPS), a 43.5% reduction. This confirms that 4K is out of this combo's comfort zone.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank in Evolve is 1449 out of 1695 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom 15% of the database. This low ranking is primarily due to the GTX 1070's age and performance tier. The CPU's high percentile (78) does not compensate for the GPU's middling percentile (51). The data suggests that in Evolve, the GPU's rasterization power is more critical than CPU compute power, and the GTX 1070's 6.463 TFLOPS is insufficient to push high frame rates at demanding resolutions.

Comparatively, the combo is likely outperformed by systems with newer mid-range GPUs. The GTX 1070's nearest rivals include the GTX 1650 SUPER, which is 1.4% faster in benchmarks, and the GTX 880M, which is 1.3% slower. These deltaPct values are small, indicating that the GPU is in a crowded performance band. The CPU, on the other hand, has rivals like the Intel Core i7-11800H with a 0.2% faster average score, showing that the 5600G is near the top of its class. This mismatch in performance tiers explains the overall rank. For Evolve, a system with a slightly weaker CPU but a much stronger GPU would likely rank higher, as the game's frame rate is heavily dependent on the graphics card.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal settings preset depends on the user's resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. For 1080p, the High preset at 78.8 FPS is the recommended choice, as it offers a good balance of visual quality and smoothness. The Medium preset at 100.7 FPS is preferable for players who prioritize frame rate, while Ultra at 55.4 FPS is acceptable for those who want maximum detail and can tolerate lower refresh rates. Low at 133.3 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where every frame matters.

For 1440p, the Low preset at 90.4 FPS is the best experience, as it maintains high frame rates while benefiting from the higher resolution. The Medium preset at 65.5 FPS is also viable for a more balanced experience, but the High preset at 53.6 FPS is marginal and may result in noticeable stutter in fast-paced scenes. Ultra at 36.6 FPS is not recommended for comfortable gameplay. For 4K, none of the presets are ideal, but Low at 47.3 FPS is the only playable option, though it sacrifices significant visual detail. The data indicates that the user should select the preset that keeps average FPS above 60 for the smoothest experience.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals the GPU-bound nature of this combo. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 78.8 at 1080p to 53.6 at 1440p, a 32.0% reduction, and then to 30.3 at 4K, a 43.5% reduction from 1440p. This pattern is consistent across settings: at Low, the drop is from 133.3 to 90.4 (32.2% reduction) to 47.3 (47.7% reduction from 1440p). At Medium, the figures are 100.7 to 65.5 (34.9% reduction) to 40.3 (38.5% reduction from 1440p). At Ultra, the drop is 55.4 to 36.6 (33.9% reduction) to 19.6 (46.4% reduction from 1440p).

This scaling behavior indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and shading capacity are being saturated at higher resolutions. The 256.3 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p but becomes a constraint at 1440p and 4K, where the number of pixels to fill increases exponentially. The CPU's performance, by contrast, does not degrade as resolution increases, as its workload remains relatively constant. The data suggests that the limiting component is the GTX 1070, as the FPS drops are proportional to the pixel count increases. The 4K results are particularly telling, with all presets falling below 50 FPS, underscoring that this resolution is beyond the GPU's intended performance envelope for a demanding FPS title like Evolve.