Evolve

Evolve, a 2015 FPS title, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B570 combination. The measured data shows a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics card at higher resolutions, yet capable of delivering smooth frame rates at 1080p with adjusted settings. This analysis breaks down the performance metrics, scaling behavior, and component roles based strictly on the provided benchmark results.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 83 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops performance to 56 FPS, a reduction of approximately 32.5%. The jump to 4K at High settings yields an average of 32 FPS, which is a further 42.9% decrease from the 1440p result. This steep decline indicates that the Intel Arc B570's rendering capabilities are the primary limiting factor as pixel count grows.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For instance, at Low settings, the system achieves 137 FPS at 1080p, 92 FPS at 1440p, and 52 FPS at 4K. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K at Low settings is about 62%, while at High settings it is roughly 61%. This uniformity suggests that the CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not introducing a bottleneck at any resolution; the relative performance degradation is purely a function of the GPU's workload.

At the most demanding preset, Ultra, the system only manages 58 FPS at 1080p, 39 FPS at 1440p, and 22 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is particularly telling, as it falls below the 30 FPS playability threshold. The data shows a clear trend: the Arc B570's memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s and 10 GB of VRAM are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the sheer pixel throughput required at 4K overwhelms the GPU. The scaling from Medium to High at 4K (40 FPS to 32 FPS) also shows a significant 20% performance hit, indicating that even moderate increases in visual fidelity have a large impact at this resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested configurations for Evolve, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT and Intel Arc B570 holds a rank of 2294 out of 2872 combos. This places it in the lower 20% of all tested systems for this game. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 74, and for the GPU it is 65, yet their combined rank is much lower, which suggests that the pairing may not be optimal for this particular title or that the game's engine is sensitive to the specific hardware combination.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the GPU, the Intel Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534, a 0.1% difference) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582, a -0.1% difference). However, these are synthetic benchmark scores; in Evolve specifically, the measured FPS indicates that the GPU's real-world performance is adequate for 1080p but struggles with higher resolutions. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12490F, has an average score of 20802, which is only 0.3% higher than the Ryzen 5 5600GT's 20733. This suggests that the CPU is performing on par with its direct competitors in general benchmarks.

The discrepancy between the component-level percentiles and the low combo rank implies that Evolve may be particularly demanding on the GPU's specific architecture or drivers. The data shows that while the GPU is ranked in the 65th percentile for all GPUs, its performance in this game is not sufficient to push the combo higher in the rankings. This is a case where the sum of the parts does not equal the whole, as the game's engine appears to be more demanding than the GPU's synthetic benchmark score would suggest.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1080p with Medium settings, which yields an average of 106 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS. This preset provides a significant performance headroom over High settings (83 FPS) while still offering improved visual quality over Low (137 FPS). The Medium preset at 1080p is the sweet spot, delivering well above the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay without the frame rate volatility seen at higher resolutions.

At 1440p, the best playable option is Low settings, which produces an average of 92 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p drops to 71 FPS, which is still playable, but the low preset provides a more comfortable margin. High settings at 1440p (56 FPS) are borderline, and Ultra (39 FPS) is not recommended for a consistent experience. For users with a 1440p monitor, the data suggests that sacrificing visual fidelity is necessary to maintain high frame rates.

At 4K, the situation is more challenging. Low settings produce an average of 52 FPS, which is playable but not ideal. Medium settings drop to 40 FPS, and High settings to 32 FPS. Ultra at 4K is effectively unplayable at 22 FPS. Given the data, 4K gaming with this combo is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is not consistently smooth. The recommendation is to use 1080p for the best balance of visual quality and performance, with Medium settings providing the most stable experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combo for this system?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with Medium settings provides the best experience, with an average of 106 FPS and a minimum of 90 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay.

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

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where it achieves an average of 52 FPS. Higher settings at 4K result in frame rates below 40 FPS, which are not ideal for a smooth experience.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556, which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and the Intel Arc A750 (20582), showing they are in the same performance tier.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck for this game?

A: The CPU appears sufficient. The resolution scaling shows a consistent performance drop as resolution increases, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor, not the 6-core/12-thread CPU.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce an average of 137 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 58 FPS, a significant 79 FPS difference that highlights the impact of graphics presets.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for Medium settings?

A: The data shows minimum FPS values only for Medium settings. At 1080p it is 90 FPS, at 1440p it is 60 FPS, and at 4K it is 34 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the central component in this combo's performance profile. Its 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus provides 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a critical factor for texture loading and frame buffer operations. The GPU's base and boost clocks are both locked at 2500 MHz, and it features 2304 shading units. These specifications drive its compute capabilities, which are rated at 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32 operations.

The benchmark results show that the GPU's performance is the primary constraint. The measured FPS at 4K (32 FPS on High) is a clear indicator that the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are insufficient for the demands of 4K rendering in Evolve. The GPU's synthetic benchmark scores (PassMark G3D: 14195, 3DMark Steel Nomad: 2649) indicate a mid-range performer, and this is reflected in its 65th percentile ranking. The data shows that while the GPU is capable of high frame rates at 1080p (137 FPS on Low), it struggles to maintain playable frame rates at higher resolutions, suggesting that its 10 GB VRAM is adequate for the game's assets but its raw processing power is not enough for 4K Ultra settings.

The GPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals is tight, with a delta of only 0.1% against the RTX 3070 Mobile. This indicates that in general benchmarks, it is a competitive product. However, in Evolve specifically, the frame rate data must be considered in isolation, as the game's engine may have specific driver or architecture preferences. The consistently high frame rates at 1080p (over 100 FPS in Medium) suggest that the GPU is well-suited for this resolution, which is likely the target for most users with this card.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, a Zen 3 (Cezanne) processor, provides the processing foundation for this combo. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. This configuration is typical for a mid-range desktop processor, and its synthetic benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multicore: 17272, single-core: 2438) position it well for gaming workloads.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this system. The resolution scaling shows a proportional drop in FPS as resolution increases, which is the hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rates would remain relatively constant regardless of resolution, as the CPU's workload is primarily determined by the game's logic and draw calls, not the pixel count. The fact that the FPS drops by roughly 60% from 1080p to 4K indicates that the CPU is easily keeping up with the GPU's demands.

The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-12490F, has an average score that is 0.3% higher, and the AMD EPYC 7J13 is 0.5% higher, but these differences are negligible. The 74th percentile ranking for all CPUs confirms that this is a solid performer for gaming. In Evolve, the 6-core/12-thread configuration is sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, as evidenced by the high frame rates achieved at those resolutions. The CPU's memory support for DDR4 and its dual-channel bus provide a 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, which is adequate for the game's data streaming requirements.

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 system delivers the highest frame rates: Low settings average 137 FPS, Medium averages 106 FPS with a range of 90-122 FPS, High averages 83 FPS, and Ultra averages 58 FPS. This demonstrates a clear linear progression of performance loss as visual quality increases.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings average 92 FPS, Medium averages 71 FPS with a range of 60-82 FPS, High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra averages 39 FPS. The Medium preset at this resolution still provides a playable experience, but the minimum FPS of 60 is right at the edge of the target threshold.

At 3840x2160, the system is pushed to its limits. Low settings average 52 FPS, Medium averages 40 FPS with a range of 34-47 FPS, High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 22 FPS. The 4K results show that only Low settings are viable for a semi-smooth experience, with all other presets falling below the 60 FPS mark and Ultra being effectively unplayable. The Medium preset's minimum of 34 FPS highlights the performance instability at this resolution. These numbers confirm that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can handle all presets with at least 58 FPS, and Medium settings provide the most balanced experience with an average of 106 FPS.