Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F paired with the Intel Arc B580 delivers a balanced 1080p and 1440p gaming experience in Evolve, though 4K Ultra settings push the GPU beyond its comfort zone. The data shows a clear performance hierarchy across resolutions, with the combo ranking in the 21st percentile of all tested configurations, indicating solid but not top-tier capability for this 2015 FPS title.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows 1920x1080 delivers the highest frame rates, reaching 154.6 FPS on Low, 116.6 FPS on Medium, 90.3 FPS on High, and 62.6 FPS on Ultra. At 2560x1440, performance drops to 103.9 FPS on Low and 45.4 FPS on Ultra. At 3840x2160, all settings fall below 61.3 FPS, with Ultra dropping to 23.6 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 8400F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 25064, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. It performs within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (24993), within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 (25099), and matches the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (25057) almost exactly. The AMD EPYC 9474F scores 25103, just 0.2% higher.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B580 better than the RTX 4060?

A: The Arc B580 has an average benchmark score of 23021, placing it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. It trails the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (23181) by 0.7%, but leads the RTX 4060 Mobile (22729) by 1.3%. The AMD Radeon 760M (22999) is 0.1% behind, and the NVIDIA P106-100 (22950) is 0.3% behind.

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

A: The data shows 4K is only viable at Low settings, where the combo achieves 61.3 FPS. Medium drops to 46.5 FPS, High falls to 36.9 FPS, and Ultra becomes unplayable at 23.6 FPS. For a smooth 60 FPS experience at 4K, Low settings are required.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance like?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F scores 20851 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 8757 in Cinebench R20 multi-core. In 3DMark, it scores 6091 with 16 threads and 6165 with max threads. PassMark multi-thread score is 24530, with data compression at 288994 and integer math at 74304.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The Intel Arc B580 features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2375 MHz, which translates to 19 Gbps effective. This configuration supports resolutions up to 4K, though the measured FPS data shows limitations at that resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 8000 series, built on Zen 4 architecture with a 4 nm process. Its base clock of 4.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz provide strong single-thread performance, which is critical for Evolve's FPS gameplay. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 951 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2943 indicate solid per-core capability, directly influencing frame pacing in this title.

The processor's cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports the 12 threads efficiently, with 3DMark scores scaling from 1874 at 2 threads to 6165 at max threads. The PassMark multi-thread score of 24530 shows the CPU handles concurrent workloads well, which matters during Evolve's intense combat sequences with multiple AI opponents and environmental effects.

The CPU's 82nd percentile ranking among all processors means it outperforms the majority of CPUs on the market. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, scores 25057, essentially identical to the 8400F's 25064. This parity suggests the 8400F delivers last-generation high-end performance with modern efficiency, thanks to its 65 W TDP and 4 nm process node from TSMC.

For Evolve specifically, the CPU's 12 threads and 4.70 GHz boost clock ensure the game's simulation and AI logic don't bottleneck the GPU. The PassMark physics score of 1391 reflects the CPU's ability to handle game physics calculations, while the floating-point math score of 46096 supports complex rendering calculations. The data indicates the 8400F provides ample headroom for the Arc B580 in this title.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B580 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage generation) using a 5 nm process from TSMC. It operates at a base and boost clock of 2670 MHz, with 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. The GPU's FP32 performance of 13.67 TFLOPS and texture rate of 427.2 GTexel/s indicate substantial raw compute capability for Evolve's DirectX 12 rendering pipeline.

The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 456.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Evolve's textures and geometry at all tested settings. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking places it above average among all GPUs, though its nearest rival, the RTX 4060, edges ahead by 0.7% in average benchmark scores. This close competition translates to the measured FPS data, where the B580 shows strong 1080p performance but struggles at 4K Ultra.

The GPU's 20 ray tracing cores and DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) ensure compatibility with modern rendering features, though Evolve's 2015 release date means it likely doesn't utilize these capabilities. The 190 W TDP requires a 450 W suggested PSU and a single 8-pin power connector, making it a manageable addition to most systems. The dual-slot design at 272 mm length fits standard mid-tower cases.

The measured FPS data reveals the GPU's performance ceiling: at 3840x2160, the B580 maintains 36.9 FPS on High but drops to 23.6 FPS on Ultra. This represents a 36% performance penalty from High to Ultra at 4K, indicating the GPU's 80 ROPs and 213.6 GPixel/s pixel rate become the limiting factor at extreme resolutions. In contrast, at 1920x1080, the GPU scales effectively from 90.3 FPS on High to 62.6 FPS on Ultra.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data shows a clear sweet spot for this combo at 1920x1080 with High settings, delivering 90.3 FPS. This provides smooth gameplay while maintaining visual quality, and the transition to Ultra only increases visual fidelity at the cost of 27.7 FPS (down to 62.6). For competitive play, Low settings at 1080p yield 154.6 FPS, which maximizes responsiveness.

At 2560x1440, High settings achieve 62.7 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced FPS action. Medium settings at 80.7 FPS offer a better balance, while Low at 103.9 FPS provides the smoothest experience at this resolution. Ultra at 45.4 FPS is not recommended for competitive play, as frame drops below 60 FPS can affect aim precision.

For 3840x2160, only Low settings at 61.3 FPS are viable for acceptable gameplay. Medium at 46.5 FPS and High at 36.9 FPS both fall below the 60 FPS threshold, and Ultra at 23.6 FPS is unplayable. Users with 4K displays should cap settings to Low or consider lowering resolution to 1440p for better performance.

The data indicates the preset scaling is consistent: Medium provides roughly 29% more performance than High across all resolutions, while Low provides roughly 71% more performance than High. Ultra consistently delivers about 33% less performance than High. This predictable scaling allows users to dial in their preferred balance between visual quality and frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

This configuration ranks 1332 out of 1695 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the bottom 21% of all systems tested. This percentile position reflects the game's age and the fact that many tested combos likely include higher-end GPUs or CPUs. The Ryzen 5 8400F's 82nd percentile CPU ranking contrasts sharply with the combo's overall rank, indicating the GPU may be the limiting factor.

The GPU's 66th percentile ranking among all GPUs suggests the Arc B580 is the primary bottleneck in this configuration. The combo's rank of 1332 out of 1695 means approximately 363 tested systems performed worse, while 1331 performed better. This places the combo in the lower-middle tier of gaming systems for Evolve specifically.

The CPU's near-identical performance to the Ryzen 7 2700X (deltaPct 0) and Ryzen 5 7500F (deltaPct 0.3) indicates the processor provides consistent, predictable performance. The GPU's close competition with the RTX 4060 (deltaPct -0.7) means users can expect similar gameplay experiences to that popular GPU, though the B580's 12 GB VRAM provides more memory headroom for texture-heavy scenes.

Given Evolve's 2015 release date, the combo's rank reflects that modern mid-range hardware can handle this game well at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra preset demands more GPU power than the B580 provides. The rank also suggests that users upgrading from older systems will see substantial improvements, as this combo outperforms over 360 other tested configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the combo delivers 61.3 FPS on Low, 46.5 FPS on Medium, 36.9 FPS on High, and 23.6 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Ultra is 37.7 FPS, representing a 160% performance difference. This resolution clearly favors Low settings for any playable experience.

At 2560x1440, performance improves significantly: Low hits 103.9 FPS, Medium reaches 80.7 FPS, High achieves 62.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 45.4 FPS. The medium-to-high transition costs 18 FPS, while high-to-ultra costs 17.3 FPS. This resolution offers the best balance of visual quality and performance for most users.

At 1920x1080, the combo shows its strengths: Low delivers 154.6 FPS, Medium reaches 116.6 FPS, High achieves 90.3 FPS, and Ultra maintains 62.6 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is consistent, with each preset step costing roughly 30 FPS until the final step, which costs 27.7 FPS. This resolution provides smooth gameplay even at Ultra settings.

The data reveals that resolution scaling follows expected patterns: 1440p delivers approximately 65-70% of 1080p performance across all settings, while 4K delivers approximately 40-45% of 1080p performance. The Ultra preset consistently shows the largest percentage drop from High across all resolutions, suggesting the GPU's memory bandwidth or pixel fill rate becomes saturated with the highest quality settings.