Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Evolve, with the combination ranking in the 42nd percentile overall, placing it at 1654 out of 2872 tested combos. The data shows a system where the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-threaded performance ensures high frame rates at 1080p.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and steep performance curve as resolution increases, indicating that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the dominant bottleneck in this configuration. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 177 FPS, which drops to 118 FPS at 2560x1440, and further to 67 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 33% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a 43% reduction from 1440p to 4K, demonstrating that the GPU struggles to maintain frame rates as pixel count increases.

The scaling pattern becomes even more pronounced at higher settings. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 107 at 1080p, to 72 at 1440p, and finally to 41 at 4K. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows a 43% performance loss, which is substantial and highlights how the 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth of the RTX 2070 SUPER become saturated. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately, but at 4K, the GPU’s raw compute power—9.062 TFLOPS—is insufficient for smooth gameplay.

Ultra settings exacerbate the issue, with average FPS falling to 74 at 1080p, 50 at 1440p, and a mere 28 at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is particularly telling, as it indicates the GPU is overwhelmed, likely due to the combination of high shader complexity and memory pressure. The min FPS data available for Medium settings confirms this trend: at 1080p Medium, the minimum is 116 FPS, which drops to 78 at 1440p, and 44 at 4K, showing that even the lowest frame rates suffer disproportionately at higher resolutions.

This scaling behavior indicates that users targeting 4K will need to significantly lower settings to achieve playable frame rates, while 1080p offers a much more comfortable performance envelope. The GPU’s relative weakness compared to the CPU is the key takeaway, as the Ryzen 5 7500X3D with its 4.00 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost clocks is clearly not the limiting factor in this scenario.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo at High settings?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 High yields an average of 107 FPS, while 2560x1440 High drops to 72 FPS, and 3840x2160 High falls to 41 FPS. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1080p is the safest choice, though 1440p remains playable if you tolerate the lower average.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER perform relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 20282 and sits at the 65th percentile. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, scores 20480, which is 1% higher. The Intel Arc B570 and Arc A750 are 1.3% and 1.5% ahead, respectively, while the RTX 3070 Mobile is 1.2% ahead. This places the RTX 2070 SUPER slightly below these competing parts.

Q: Is the CPU powerful enough for this game?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D has a single-thread score of 3494 and a multithread score of 25047, placing it at the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, is only 0.2% ahead in average score, indicating strong performance that is unlikely to bottleneck even at higher frame rates.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low settings achieve 118 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 50 FPS. This is a 58% reduction in average frame rate, showing that Ultra settings impose a severe cost on the GPU at this resolution.

Q: Does the combo rank well among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 1654 out of 2872 tested combos, placing it in the lower half of the database. This suggests that while the hardware is capable, many other combinations offer better performance for this specific game.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 4K Medium settings?

A: The minimum FPS recorded at 3840x2160 Medium is 44 FPS, with an average of 52 FPS and a maximum of 60 FPS. This indicates that even at Medium settings, 4K gameplay will experience noticeable dips below 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the system can handle Ultra settings with an average of 74 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play. The High preset offers a more comfortable margin at 107 FPS, while Medium reaches 137 FPS. For competitive play or high refresh rate monitors, Low at 177 FPS is the clear choice, but for visual fidelity, Ultra is viable at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to High settings, which delivers an average of 72 FPS. This is the highest preset that maintains a playable frame rate, as Ultra drops to 50 FPS and Medium sits at 92 FPS. The Low preset at 118 FPS is excessive for most users, but it provides headroom for demanding scenes. The data shows that Medium at 1440p, with a min FPS of 78, offers a good balance between visual quality and performance stability.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes constrained. High settings yield an average of 41 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target. Medium settings improve this to 52 FPS, but the min FPS of 44 indicates potential stuttering. Low settings are the only option for a smoother experience, achieving 67 FPS, though this sacrifices significant visual quality. The data suggests that 4K is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is not ideal. For the best experience, users should prioritize 1080p or 1440p with High settings, as these offer the best balance of performance and visual quality without dipping below 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 1654 out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the 42nd percentile. This ranking indicates that the combo is below average for this game, with the majority of tested configurations delivering better performance. The rank reflects the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions, as the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 65th percentile GPU score is dragged down by the demanding nature of Evolve at 4K.

The CPU, however, is a strong contributor, with its 89th percentile ranking and a multithread score of 25047. The nearest CPU rival, the Intel Core i5-14600, is only 0.7% ahead in average score, showing that the 7500X3D holds its own. The bottleneck is clearly the GPU, as evidenced by the FPS scaling data. The combo’s rank of 1654 suggests that users with higher-end GPUs would see significantly better results, but for this specific pairing, the performance is middling.

Comparatively, the GPU’s nearest rivals—such as the Intel Arc A750, which is 1.5% ahead—would likely produce similar frame rates, indicating that the RTX 2070 SUPER is not a standout performer in this context. The combo’s rank is consistent with its hardware profile, where a strong CPU is paired with a mid-range GPU, resulting in a system that excels at lower resolutions but struggles at 4K.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D plays a supporting role in this combo, providing more than enough processing power for Evolve’s demands. With 6 cores and 12 threads, the CPU has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, which are high enough to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at most settings. The single-thread score of 3494 and the floating point math score of 43594 indicate strong per-core performance, which is critical for a FPS game like Evolve that relies on single-threaded physics and game logic.

The CPU’s 96 MB of shared L3 cache is a notable feature, as it provides low-latency access to frequently used data, which can benefit frame pacing. The PassMark physics score of 2779 further confirms that the CPU can handle the computational load of the game. At 1080p, where the GPU is less stressed, the CPU’s performance allows frame rates to reach 177 FPS at Low settings, suggesting that it is not a limiting factor.

However, the CPU’s role diminishes at higher resolutions, where the GPU becomes the bottleneck. At 4K, the average FPS drops to 41 at High settings, regardless of the CPU’s capabilities. This indicates that the 7500X3D is more than adequate for Evolve, and any performance shortfalls are attributable to the RTX 2070 SUPER. The CPU’s 12 threads and high clock speeds ensure that even with multiple background processes, the game will not experience CPU-related stutters, making it a reliable foundation for this GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 177 at Low to 74 at Ultra. The Medium preset achieves 137 FPS with a minimum of 116 and a maximum of 157, while High sits at 107 FPS. These numbers show that at 1080p, the combo is capable of high refresh rate gaming, with even Ultra settings remaining above 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly. Low settings average 118 FPS, Medium averages 92 FPS with a min of 78 and max of 106, High averages 72 FPS, and Ultra falls to 50 FPS. The data indicates that 1440p is playable at Medium and High, but Ultra is not recommended for consistent smoothness. The min FPS at Medium (78) suggests that frame dips are manageable, but the Ultra preset lacks this stability.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings average 67 FPS, Medium averages 52 FPS with a min of 44 and max of 60, High averages 41 FPS, and Ultra drops to 28 FPS. Only Low settings exceed 60 FPS, and even then, the margin is thin. The Medium preset’s minimum of 44 FPS indicates that users will experience noticeable stuttering during intense scenes. The data clearly shows that 4K is the weakest resolution for this combo, and users should avoid Ultra settings entirely, as the 28 FPS average is far below playable thresholds.

The full breakdown demonstrates a consistent pattern: the RTX 2070 SUPER’s performance degrades rapidly as resolution increases, while the CPU maintains its strong showing. The FPS numbers are definitive, showing that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p being a secondary option at Medium or High settings, and 4K reserved for Low settings only.