Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 pairing in Evolve presents a study in generational contrast—a modern 6-core Zen 4 processor paired with a Pascal-era GPU. The measured results show a combo that is clearly capable at 1080p, but one whose ceiling is defined almost entirely by the graphics card’s aging architecture. The data indicates a system that can deliver smooth frame rates at lower resolutions and settings, but struggles to maintain playability as resolution and graphical fidelity increase.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, featuring a 32 MB shared L3 cache. This modern CPU, released on 2025-01-08, occupies the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating strong overall processing capability. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21765 and single-core score of 3072 reinforce its position as a high-performing desktop chip.

In Evolve, the CPU’s role appears secondary to the GPU, as the frame rates at 1080p suggest the processor can feed the graphics card without becoming the primary bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 132 FPS, a figure that would be difficult to reach if the CPU were limiting performance. The Ryzen 5 7400F's high single-thread performance, evidenced by its Cinebench R15 single-core score of 309 and R20 single-core score of 1290, is well-suited for the game's logic and AI processing demands. The processor’s 12 threads provide ample headroom for background tasks, but the benchmark results imply that Evolve does not heavily tax this CPU, leaving the performance ceiling to the graphics subsystem.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i5-14600T with an average score of 32707 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H at 32697 (0.2% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 (-0.2% delta). These comparisons show the 7400F is competitive with these parts, but none of them are the limiting factor in this specific game's results. The data suggests that while the CPU is a strong component, its influence on Evolve's measured FPS is minimal compared to the GPU, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings changes that primarily affect graphics load.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the clear performance limiter in this pairing. This Pascal-architecture GPU, released on 2016-06-09, features a GP104 chip with 1920 shading units and 64 ROPs. It runs at a base clock of 1506 MHz and a boost clock of 1683 MHz, with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus providing 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU sits at the 47th percentile of all GPUs, a middling position that reflects its age. Its Passmark G3D score of 13498 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1082 illustrate its modest modern performance level.

In Evolve, the GTX 1070’s limitations are immediately apparent in the resolution scaling data. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 132 FPS, but this drops to 55 FPS at Ultra settings—a 77 FPS swing that indicates the GPU is struggling with increased shading and texture work. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for the game’s needs, but its raw compute power, rated at 6.463 TFLOPS FP32, is the constraining factor. The boost clock of 1683 MHz is respectable, but the 16 nm process node and older architecture mean it cannot keep pace with modern titles at high settings.

The GTX 1070’s nearest rivals are the AMD FirePro W5000 (avg score 9803, -0.2% delta), NVIDIA Quadro M2000M (avg score 9832, -0.5% delta), NVIDIA Tesla M10 (avg score 9724, 0.6% delta), and NVIDIA Tesla C2070 (avg score 9716, 0.7% delta). These comparisons show the GTX 1070 is statistically equivalent to these professional and mobile parts, but in Evolve, its performance is defined by its inability to maintain high frame rates at higher resolutions. The GPU’s DirectX 12 support (12_1) is present, but its Passmark DirectX 12 score of 48 is low, suggesting the game’s API usage may not be optimally leveraging this older hardware.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers playable frame rates across all settings: 132 FPS at Low, 102 FPS at Medium, 80 FPS at High, and 55 FPS at Ultra. Moving to 2560x1440, these numbers drop to 88 FPS at Low, 68 FPS at Medium, 54 FPS at High, and 37 FPS at Ultra. At 3840x2160, the performance falls to 50 FPS at Low, 39 FPS at Medium, 31 FPS at High, and 21 FPS at Ultra.

The scaling pattern is telling. From 1080p Low to 4K Low, the frame rate drops by 82 FPS (from 132 to 50), a 62% reduction. From 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra, the drop is 34 FPS (from 55 to 21), a 62% reduction as well. This consistent percentage drop across settings indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as CPU-bound workloads would show less resolution sensitivity. The data points to the GTX 1070’s rendering pipeline being overwhelmed by the increasing pixel count, with the 4K Ultra result of 21 FPS being nearly unplayable.

The min and max FPS data for Medium settings further illuminate the GPU’s struggle. At 1080p Medium, the range is 87 to 117 FPS, a 30 FPS spread. At 1440p Medium, the range narrows to 58 to 79 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it is 33 to 45 FPS. This tightening range at higher resolutions suggests the GPU is consistently hitting its compute limits, with less variance because it is always near maximum load. The CPU, in contrast, appears to have ample headroom, as even the highest FPS figures at 1080p do not show signs of processor stalling.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested combinations for Evolve, this specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 ranks 2369 out of 2872 total combos. This places it in the lower half of all tested systems, a ranking that reflects the GPU’s age more than the CPU’s capability. The rank of 2369 indicates that the majority of tested combos outperform this one, which is expected given the GTX 1070’s 47th percentile standing among all GPUs.

The ranking suggests that while the CPU is a top-tier part (83rd percentile), the GPU drags the overall combo down. The data implies that pairing this CPU with a stronger GPU would yield significantly better results, but as tested, the system is held back by the graphics card. The rank of 2369 out of 2872 means this combo is in the 18th percentile of tested combos, meaning roughly 82% of other combinations deliver higher frame rates in Evolve. This is a clear indicator that the GTX 1070 is the weak link in this pairing, and the CPU’s potential is largely untapped in this game’s measured results.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 80 FPS offers a good balance of visual quality and smoothness, providing a solid experience for a fast-paced FPS. The Ultra preset at 55 FPS is playable but may feel less responsive, while the Medium preset at 102 FPS is ideal for competitive play where higher frame rates are prioritized over visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset delivers 54 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 68 FPS is the better choice for this resolution, offering a more consistent experience. The Low preset at 88 FPS is the best option for those seeking high refresh rates at 1440p, but the visual compromise may be significant. For 4K, the data shows that only the Low preset at 50 FPS is remotely playable, with Medium at 39 FPS and High at 31 FPS being too choppy for an FPS title. The Ultra preset at 21 FPS is not recommended.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is at 1080p with the Medium preset, which yields 102 FPS with a min of 87 FPS and max of 117 FPS. This setting provides a high enough frame rate for smooth gameplay while maintaining reasonable visual quality. For users prioritizing visual fidelity, the 1080p High preset at 80 FPS is a viable alternative, but the Medium preset’s higher minimum frame rate of 87 FPS ensures fewer drops during intense action sequences.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the most playable resolution, with all presets delivering at least 55 FPS. At 2560x1440, only Low and Medium presets exceed 60 FPS, and at 3840x2160, no preset reaches 60 FPS, with Ultra dropping to 21 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600T (32707) and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32697). It is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812) and 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32662).

Q: Is the GTX 1070 a limiting factor in this game?

A: Yes, the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The GTX 1070 ranks in the 47th percentile of all GPUs, and the FPS drops significantly with increased resolution and settings, indicating the graphics card cannot keep up with the CPU’s capabilities.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 132 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 55 FPS. This represents a 77 FPS difference, showing the significant performance cost of higher graphical settings.

Q: Does the combo perform better at 1440p or 4K?

A: The data shows 1440p is more viable, with the Medium preset at 68 FPS and Low at 88 FPS. At 4K, the best result is 50 FPS at Low settings, with all other presets falling below 40 FPS, making 1440p the highest resolution with acceptable performance.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average score?

A: The GTX 1070 has an average benchmark score of 9780, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD FirePro W5000 (9803), 0.5% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M2000M (9832), 0.6% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla M10 (9724), and 0.7% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla C2070 (9716).