Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 produces a combination that ranks 2228th out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This pairing delivers playable performance at 1080p across most settings, but struggles to maintain smooth frame rates at 4K Ultra, where the average drops to 24 FPS. The data indicates this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p remaining viable at medium or lower settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s position at 2228 out of 2872 tested combinations reflects a pairing where the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck in Evolve. This rank places it in the 22nd percentile of all tested combos, meaning roughly 78% of configurations deliver higher frame rates in this title. The ranking is not surprising given that the RX 6600 targets 1080p performance, while Evolve’s demanding visual effects and large-scale monster fights can tax even mid-range hardware.

Benchmark results show that the CPU component of this combo is relatively strong. The Ryzen 5 7400F scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3072 in single-core, placing it in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T with an average score of 32707 (0.1% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 (0.2% behind). These close margins indicate that the processor is performing at a level consistent with other mid-range desktop and mobile chips.

However, the GPU component pulls the overall ranking down. The RX 6600 sits in the 63rd percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19036. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA Quadro K6000 at 19030 (0% difference), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile at 19049 (0.1% behind), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360’s integrated graphics at 32662 for the CPU side. The GPU’s modest standing in the broader database explains why the combo rank is not higher.

In practical terms, this ranking means the combo will handle esports titles and older games comfortably, but modern AAA games at high settings will require resolution scaling or reduced quality presets. The measured FPS data confirms this, with 1080p High averaging 89 FPS, which is smooth, but 4K High dropping to 34 FPS, which is borderline unplayable for most users.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 23 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation pipelines, along with 28 ray tracing cores. The GPU has a base clock of 1626 MHz, a boost clock of 2491 MHz, and a game clock of 2044 MHz. Memory operates at 1750 MHz with 14 Gbps effective speed, delivering 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth across a 128-bit bus.

The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory is a critical factor in Evolve’s performance. At 4K resolution, the game’s textures and effects can consume significant video memory, and the data shows a steep drop from 56 FPS at Low settings to 34 FPS at High settings. This suggests that memory bandwidth and capacity become limiting factors at higher resolutions, as the GPU must constantly swap data between VRAM and system memory.

The GPU’s pixel rate is 159.4 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 279.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 8.928 TFLOPS. These specifications indicate a card designed for 1080p gaming with high refresh rates, but not for 4K gaming. The measured FPS data supports this: at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 147 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 24 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

The RX 6600’s nearest GPU rivals in the database include the NVIDIA Quadro K6000, which has a nearly identical average score, and the RTX 4050 Mobile, which comes within 0.1% of its performance. This suggests that the RX 6600 is competitive with older professional cards and entry-level mobile GPUs, but not with current mid-range desktop offerings. The GPU’s 63rd percentile ranking across all GPUs places it firmly in the mid-range tier, which aligns with its measured performance in Evolve.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 as the optimal resolution, with average frame rates ranging from 147 FPS at Low settings to 62 FPS at Ultra. At 2560x1440, the average drops to 98 FPS at Low and 41 FPS at Ultra, while 3840x2160 yields only 56 FPS at Low and 24 FPS at Ultra.

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

A: No, the measured results indicate that 4K gaming is not viable for this pairing. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 34 FPS at High, 43 FPS at Medium, and 24 FPS at Ultra. Only Low settings reach 56 FPS, which is playable but visually compromised.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to other processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3072 in single-core, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-14600T at 32707 average score (0.1% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 (0.2% behind).

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile?

A: The RX 6600 sits in the 63rd percentile against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19036. Its closest competitors include the NVIDIA Quadro K6000 at 19030 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile at 19049, showing differences of 0% and 0.1%, respectively.

Q: Is ray tracing a factor in Evolve’s performance?

A: The RX 6600 includes 28 ray tracing cores, but the measured FPS data does not include ray tracing-specific tests. The GPU’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support and 12_2 feature level suggest it can handle ray tracing workloads, but the performance impact in Evolve is not quantified in the available data.

Q: How does the combo rank against all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 2228th out of 2872 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. This rank reflects the GPU’s mid-range positioning, as the CPU performs in the 83rd percentile while the GPU sits in the 63rd percentile.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this combo performs across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its best results, with Low settings averaging 147 FPS, Medium averaging 114 FPS (with a minimum of 97 and maximum of 131), High averaging 89 FPS, and Ultra averaging 62 FPS. These numbers indicate that 1080p is the sweet spot, with all settings except Ultra delivering frame rates above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly. Low settings still deliver a smooth 98 FPS average, while Medium averages 76 FPS (with a minimum of 65 and maximum of 88). High settings drop to 60 FPS, which is exactly at the threshold for smooth gameplay, and Ultra falls to 41 FPS, which is not ideal for fast-paced action. The data suggests that 1440p is only playable at Low or Medium settings for a consistent experience.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings average 56 FPS, which is borderline, while Medium averages 43 FPS (with a minimum of 37 and maximum of 50). High settings drop to 34 FPS, and Ultra falls to 24 FPS, which is below the standard for acceptable gameplay. The 4K data clearly shows that this resolution is beyond the GPU’s capabilities for Evolve.

The pattern across all resolutions is consistent: each step up in settings reduces the average frame rate by roughly 20-30%. For example, at 1080p, moving from Low to Medium reduces performance by 33 FPS, from Medium to High by 25 FPS, and from High to Ultra by 27 FPS. This linear progression suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to keep up with the demands of each setting level.

The minimum and maximum FPS values are only provided for Medium settings across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the range is 97 to 131 FPS, indicating relatively stable performance. At 1440p Medium, the range is 65 to 88 FPS, showing more variance but still within acceptable bounds. At 4K Medium, the range is 37 to 50 FPS, which confirms that this resolution struggles to maintain consistent frame times.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael. It operates on the AMD Socket AM5 platform with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration, providing 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The processor is built on a 5 nm process at TSMC, with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die.

The CPU’s cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This architecture provides strong single-threaded performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3072. In multi-core workloads, the CPU scores 21765 in Cinebench R23, which places it in the 83rd percentile against all CPUs. The processor’s average benchmark score is 32750, with the nearest rival being the Intel Core i5-14600T at 32707 (0.1% ahead).

For Evolve, the CPU’s role is to maintain consistent frame delivery, particularly in scenes with many AI-controlled monsters and environmental effects. The 6 cores and 12 threads provide sufficient parallelism for modern game engines, and the high boost clock of 4.70 GHz ensures that single-threaded tasks, such as game logic and physics calculations, are handled efficiently. The PassMark single-thread score of 3689 confirms strong per-core performance, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s is adequate for feeding the GPU with data, and the PCIe Gen 5 interface with 24 lanes provides plenty of bandwidth for the graphics card. The processor’s 5 nm process node and 65 W TDP make it an efficient choice, though power consumption is not a factor in the measured FPS data. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 83 indicates that it outperforms the majority of processors in the database, which means it is not the limiting factor in this combo’s performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the resolution and the user’s preference for visual quality versus frame rate. At 1920x1080, High settings provide an excellent balance, with an average of 89 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. For users who prioritize frame rate, Low settings deliver 147 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play. Ultra settings at 62 FPS are playable but may not provide a consistent experience during intense action sequences.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings are the best recommendation, with an average of 76 FPS and a minimum of 65 FPS, which ensures smooth gameplay even during demanding scenes. Low settings at 98 FPS are also viable for users who want higher frame rates, while High settings at 60 FPS are exactly at the threshold for acceptable performance. Ultra settings at 41 FPS are not recommended, as the frame rate drops below the level needed for a fluid experience.

At 3840x2160, the data clearly shows that this combo should not be used at this resolution for Evolve. Low settings at 56 FPS are borderline playable, but the visual quality is significantly reduced. Medium settings at 43 FPS are not recommended, and High and Ultra settings at 34 and 24 FPS respectively are unplayable for most users. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

The Medium preset provides the most stable frame times across all resolutions, as indicated by the available minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p Medium, the range is 97 to 131 FPS, showing minimal variance. At 1440p Medium, the range is 65 to 88 FPS, which is still acceptable. At 4K Medium, the range is 37 to 50 FPS, which confirms that this resolution is not suitable for consistent gameplay.

For the best overall experience, the data suggests using 1080p with High settings, which delivers 89 FPS while maintaining good visual quality. This configuration provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold, ensuring smooth gameplay even during the most demanding monster battles. Users with 1440p monitors should use Medium settings to stay above 60 FPS, while those with 4K displays should avoid this combo or reduce the resolution to 1080p for the best results.