Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti delivers a mid-pack performance profile for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The combination ranks 3185th out of 3700 tested combos for this game, placing it in the lower half of all systems in the database. This rank is heavily influenced by the GPU’s age and the CPU’s modern architecture, creating a noticeable imbalance. The data shows that the GTX 1660 Ti, a Turing-architecture part with a 41st percentile ranking among all GPUs, is the primary limiting factor for achieving high frame rates, especially at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 3185 out of 3700 places it in the 14th percentile of all tested combinations for Evolve. This is a low standing, indicating that most other systems in the database outperform this pairing. The primary reason is the GPU’s relative weakness; it sits at the 41st percentile versus all GPUs, meaning it is slower than roughly 59% of all graphics cards tested. While the CPU is strong, ranking in the 79th percentile against all CPUs, the GPU cannot leverage that processing power effectively in this title.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s average benchmark score is 27636, which is nearly four times higher than the GPU’s average benchmark score of 7723. This disparity confirms that the graphics card is the bottleneck for this pairing. The combo’s rank is a direct consequence of this GPU limitation, as the system’s overall performance in Evolve will be capped by the graphics card’s ability to render frames. The data suggests that this configuration is better suited for lower resolutions or less demanding graphical settings, as the CPU has ample headroom to spare.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is a Turing-architecture GPU with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 1500 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz, and it offers 5.437 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. These specifications are modest by modern standards, and the GPU’s 41st percentile ranking reflects its mid-to-low-tier standing. In Evolve, this translates to a hard ceiling on performance; the GPU’s 6 GB VRAM is the primary constraint, as the game’s textures and effects at higher settings can quickly consume available memory.

The measured FPS data shows the GPU’s limits clearly. At 1080p, the average frame rate ranges from 123 FPS on Low to 52 FPS on Ultra, showing that the GPU can handle the game at lower settings but struggles when graphical fidelity increases. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1061 and Passmark G3D score of 12871 indicate its compute and rendering capabilities are geared toward 1080p gaming rather than high-resolution or high-detail workloads. The data suggests that the GPU is the sole determinant of performance in this pairing, as the CPU’s capabilities are far beyond what the GPU can utilize.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic, underscoring the GPU’s role as the limiting component. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 75 at 1920x1080 to 50 at 2560x1440, a 33% reduction, and further down to 29 at 3840x2160, a 61% reduction from 1080p. This scaling pattern is typical for a GPU-bound scenario, where the graphics card’s fill rate and memory bandwidth become the bottleneck as pixel count increases. The CPU’s performance is constant across resolutions, so the entire FPS drop is attributable to the GPU.

At Low settings, the trend is similar but less severe. The average FPS drops from 123 at 1080p to 83 at 1440p (a 33% reduction) and then to 47 at 4K (a 62% reduction from 1080p). This indicates that even at the lowest settings, the GPU is still the primary constraint, though the absolute FPS numbers are higher. The data reveals that the system is never CPU-limited in this game; the Ryzen 5 7600X has enough headroom to feed the GPU at all resolutions, but the GTX 1660 Ti simply cannot keep up with higher pixel counts.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed picture of the pairing’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best results: 123 FPS on Low, 95 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 81 and maximum of 110), 75 FPS on High, and 52 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that the GPU can deliver smooth gameplay at 1080p for most settings, with Ultra being the only preset that dips below 60 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum FPS of 81 indicates a stable experience, while the High preset’s average of 75 is still respectable.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. The average FPS is 83 on Low, 64 on Medium (with a minimum of 54 and maximum of 74), 50 on High, and 35 on Ultra. At this resolution, only the Low and Medium presets maintain average frame rates above 60 FPS, and the Medium preset’s minimum of 54 FPS suggests occasional stutters. The High and Ultra presets are not suitable for smooth play, as their averages fall below 60 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly: 47 FPS on Low, 36 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 31 and maximum of 42), 29 FPS on High, and 20 FPS on Ultra. None of these averages reach 60 FPS, and the Ultra preset is nearly unplayable.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is a Zen 4 architecture processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, clocked at a base of 4.70 GHz and a boost of 5.30 GHz. It has 32 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel interface, providing 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Its benchmark scores are robust, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15236 and a single-core score of 1965, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 27636 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X, which scores 27578, a mere 0.2% difference.

In Evolve, the CPU’s role is secondary to the GPU. The game’s engine does not appear to be heavily multithreaded, as the CPU’s 3DMark 2-thread score of 2028 is significantly lower than its 8-thread score of 5715, but the 6-core/12-thread configuration is more than sufficient for the game’s demands. The data shows that the CPU has ample headroom, as its Passmark single-thread score of 4135 is high, and its performance does not bottleneck the GPU at any resolution. The CPU’s 105W TDP and 5 nm process node indicate efficient operation, but the performance ceiling in this pairing is entirely set by the GPU.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combo in Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 3185th out of 3700 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the bottom 14% of all systems in the database.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 Ti compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The GTX 1660 Ti has an average benchmark score of 7723, which is 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon 540’s score of 7673, its closest competitor.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 123 FPS, achieved on the Low settings preset.

Q: At which resolution and settings does the combo fail to reach 60 FPS average?

A: At 2560x1440 on High (50 FPS) and Ultra (35 FPS), and at all settings at 3840x2160, the average FPS falls below 60 FPS.

Q: What is the CPU’s launch MSRP, and how does its performance compare to the Intel Core i5-12600K?

A: The CPU’s launch MSRP is $299. Its average benchmark score of 27636 is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i5-12600K’s score of 27578.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU act as the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 79th percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 41st percentile, and the FPS drops across resolutions are consistent with GPU-bound behavior.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the best balance, offering an average of 95 FPS with a minimum of 81 FPS, ensuring a smooth and stable experience. The High preset is also viable, with an average of 75 FPS, but the Medium preset provides a larger margin above 60 FPS. The Low preset at 123 FPS is overkill for most displays, while the Ultra preset’s 52 FPS average is below the ideal threshold.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only reliable option for maintaining a high frame rate, with an average of 83 FPS. The Medium preset’s average of 64 FPS is acceptable but its minimum of 54 FPS suggests potential dips, making it a riskier choice. High and Ultra are not recommended, as their averages of 50 and 35 FPS, respectively, are too low for smooth gameplay. For 3840x2160, the data indicates that no preset provides a playable experience, with the Low preset’s 47 FPS average being the best possible outcome, but still below 60 FPS. Users seeking 4K performance would need to lower resolution or upgrade the GPU. Overall, the Medium preset at 1080p offers the best combination of visual fidelity and performance, while the Low preset at 1440p is the recommended fallback for higher resolutions.