Evolve

Evolve, a 2015 FPS title, shows surprising performance behavior when paired with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D. The data reveals a system where the CPU and GPU interact in ways that defy typical modern bottlenecks, making this combination particularly interesting for analysis.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases, but the rate of that degradation reveals the underlying balance of this system. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 278 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops that to 243 FPS, a 12.6% reduction. At 4K, the Low preset falls further to 154 FPS, a 36.6% drop from the 1080p figure. This pattern indicates that even at the lowest settings, the GPU is being pushed harder at higher resolutions, but the CPU is still keeping pace.

The High preset tells a different story. At 1080p, the combo delivers 232 FPS. At 1440p, that number falls to 165 FPS, a 28.9% reduction. At 4K, it drops to 94 FPS, a 59.5% loss from the 1080p baseline. This steeper decline for High settings compared to Low suggests that the additional graphical workload is scaling as expected, with the GPU becoming the primary limiter as resolution climbs.

The Medium settings show an intermediate curve: 253 FPS at 1080p, 210 FPS at 1440p (a 17.0% drop), and 120 FPS at 4K (a 52.6% drop). The Ultra preset, the most demanding, shows 170 FPS at 1080p, 114 FPS at 1440p (a 32.9% drop), and 65 FPS at 4K (a 61.8% drop). The consistent pattern across all settings is that the gap between 1080p and 1440p is modest, while the jump to 4K exacts a heavy toll, indicating that at 4K the GPU's rendering workload dominates.

The limiting component at 1080p is not the GPU. With the RTX 5090 D capable of 278 FPS on Low at 1080p, the CPU is likely the bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 5600G's 6 cores and 12 threads, running at a base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost of 4.40 GHz, may be the ceiling for frame generation at these lower resolutions. As resolution increases, the GPU takes over as the limiting factor, evidenced by the more dramatic FPS drops at 4K across all settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, using the Cezanne codename on a 7 nm process. Its base clock is 3.90 GHz with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. In the context of Evolve, this CPU's role is critical at lower resolutions where frame rates are extremely high. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system reaches 278 FPS, which is likely near the practical limit for this processor in this game.

Benchmark results for the Ryzen 5 5600G show a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 10551 and a single-core score of 1409. The Geekbench multicore score is 8428, with a single-core score of 1801. These numbers indicate a capable mid-range processor. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 74, meaning it outperforms about three-quarters of tested processors. The nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the Intel Core i3-1220P with a delta of 0.1% and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U with a delta of -0.2%, showing the 5600G sits in a tight cluster of similar performers.

For Evolve, the CPU's influence is most apparent in the 1080p results. At 1080p Ultra, the combo hits 170 FPS, while at 1080p Low it reaches 278 FPS. This 108 FPS gap between settings at the same resolution suggests the GPU is doing more work at Ultra, but the CPU is still managing to feed it adequately. However, the fact that 4K Low (154 FPS) is lower than 1080p Ultra (170 FPS) indicates the GPU workload at 4K is the primary constraint, not the CPU.

The Ryzen 5 5600G includes integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics, but in this combo, the discrete RTX 5090 D handles all rendering. The CPU's 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for Evolve's demands. The processor's 65 W TDP and PCIe Gen 3 interface with 16 lanes are adequate, though the RTX 5090 D is a PCIe 5.0 card, which may slightly limit bandwidth, but the measured FPS shows no severe penalty.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide clear guidance for optimal settings at each resolution. At 1080p, the Medium preset delivers 253 FPS, which is high enough for any display, while the High preset offers 232 FPS. The Ultra preset at 170 FPS is still highly playable, but the jump from Medium to Ultra only gains visual fidelity at a cost of 83 FPS. For 1080p, Medium is the recommended balance, offering 253 FPS with a minimum of 215 FPS and maximum of 291 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay.

At 1440p, the High preset delivers 165 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset at 210 FPS is even better for competitive play, but High provides a better visual experience with only a 45 FPS penalty. Ultra at 114 FPS remains playable, but the drop from High to Ultra is 51 FPS, which may not justify the visual improvement. For 1440p, High is the recommended preset, as it offers a strong balance of performance and image quality.

At 4K, the choices become more constrained. The High preset delivers 94 FPS, which is smooth for most players, while Medium offers 120 FPS with a minimum of 102 FPS and maximum of 138 FPS. Ultra drops to 65 FPS, which may be too low for fast-paced FPS gameplay. Low at 154 FPS is the highest performer, but it sacrifices significant visual detail. For 4K, Medium is the best recommendation, as it provides 120 FPS with a comfortable minimum of 102 FPS, ensuring consistent performance without major graphical compromises.

The data suggests that the Ultra preset is only viable at 1080p, where 170 FPS remains fluid. At 1440p and 4K, the Ultra preset's visual gains come at too high a performance cost, with 114 FPS and 65 FPS respectively. Overall, the Medium preset offers the best experience across resolutions, delivering 253 FPS at 1080p, 210 FPS at 1440p, and 120 FPS at 4K, with the 4K result being particularly notable for its stability.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combination ranks 123 out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the top 3.3% of all combinations, a strong showing that reflects the GPU's dominance. The RTX 5090 D is a top-tier card, with a percentile ranking of 92 among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 74th percentile. The disparity between these rankings explains the combo's high overall position: the GPU carries the load, and the CPU avoids being a severe bottleneck.

The GPU's benchmark scores are extraordinary. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 14326, and the Passmark G3D score is 44065. The Geekbench Vulkan score reaches 376915, with OpenCL at 310674. These figures place it far above typical GPUs. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT with a delta of 1.1% and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT with a delta of -1.6%, showing the 5090 D is slightly ahead of mobile GPUs but in a similar performance tier.

The combo's rank of 123 suggests that while the GPU is exceptional, the CPU limits the overall performance in Evolve. If paired with a stronger processor, this GPU could potentially achieve a higher rank. However, the 123rd position out of 3700 is still impressive, placing this system in the top percentile. The data indicates that users with this combo can expect excellent performance in Evolve at most resolutions and settings, with the caveat that 4K Ultra may require lowering settings for consistent frame rates.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1080p provides the highest frame rates, with 278 FPS at Low settings and 170 FPS at Ultra. 1440p offers 243 FPS at Low and 114 FPS at Ultra, while 4K drops to 154 FPS at Low and 65 FPS at Ultra. For the best balance of performance and visual quality, 1440p High is recommended at 165 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Evolve?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium, the combo delivers 120 FPS with a minimum of 102 FPS, which is smooth. 4K High achieves 94 FPS, while 4K Ultra drops to 65 FPS, which may be too low for competitive play. 4K Low reaches 154 FPS, but sacrifices visual fidelity.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600G compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600G has an average benchmark score of 21088. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-1220P, scores 21066, a delta of 0.1%. The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V scores 21112, a delta of -0.1%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U scores 21133, a delta of -0.2%. All are within 0.4% of each other.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D ranks in the 92nd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77712. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, scores 76904, a delta of 1.1%, while the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 78940, a delta of -1.6%.

Q: Which settings preset delivers the highest minimum FPS?

A: At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 215. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 179, and at 4K Medium, the minimum is 102. These are the only presets with recorded minimum FPS values, and the Medium preset consistently provides the most stable frame rates.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at 1080p. The combo reaches 278 FPS at Low settings, which is near the CPU's practical limit. At 1080p Ultra, the FPS drops to 170, indicating the GPU is doing more work, but the CPU still manages to feed it. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for Evolve's demands.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 278 FPS. The Medium preset averages 253 FPS, with a minimum of 215 FPS and maximum of 291 FPS. High averages 232 FPS, and Ultra averages 170 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with Ultra being 38.8% slower than Low.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 243 FPS. Medium averages 210 FPS, with a minimum of 179 FPS and maximum of 242 FPS. High averages 165 FPS, and Ultra averages 114 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 129 FPS, a 53.1% reduction. This is a larger percentage drop than at 1080p, where the gap is 108 FPS or 38.8%.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 154 FPS. Medium averages 120 FPS, with a minimum of 102 FPS and maximum of 138 FPS. High averages 94 FPS, and Ultra averages 65 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is 89 FPS, a 57.8% reduction. This is the largest percentage drop across all resolutions, confirming that the GPU is stressed most at 4K.

Comparing across resolutions, the Medium preset shows the most consistent behavior. At 1080p, it delivers 253 FPS; at 1440p, 210 FPS; and at 4K, 120 FPS. The percentage drops are 17.0% from 1080p to 1440p, and 42.9% from 1440p to 4K. The High preset shows drops of 28.9% and 43.0% respectively, while Low shows drops of 12.6% and 36.6%. Ultra shows the steepest drops at 32.9% and 43.0%. The data indicates that the Medium preset offers the best overall balance, with the smallest minimum FPS values relative to averages.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is a formidable GPU, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with the GB202 chip on a 5 nm process. It houses 21760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs, with 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz. Its memory subsystem is equally impressive: 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU's raw compute capabilities are staggering. It delivers 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and an equal 104.8 TFLOPS of FP16. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. These specifications translate directly to the measured Evolve performance. At 4K Low, the GPU produces 154 FPS, which reflects its raw power. However, the 4K Ultra score of 65 FPS shows that even this GPU is challenged by the most demanding settings.

In the context of Evolve, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU limits frame rates, but at 4K, the GPU's rendering workload dominates. The 32 GB of VRAM is far more than Evolve requires, ensuring no memory bottlenecks. The GPU's 92nd percentile ranking among all GPUs confirms its elite status, and its nearest rivals in benchmark scores, such as the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT with a 1.1% delta, highlight its position in the performance hierarchy.

The RTX 5090 D's launch MSRP is 2,299 USD. Its TDP is 575 W, requiring a suggested PSU of 950 W. The card uses a dual-slot design with a 16-pin power connector. Its PCIe 5.0 x16 interface is forward-looking, though the Ryzen 5 5600G only supports PCIe Gen 3. This mismatch may slightly reduce bandwidth, but the measured FPS does not show a significant penalty. Overall, the GPU is the dominant component in this combo, providing the majority of the performance headroom in Evolve, particularly at 1440p and 4K resolutions.