Evolve

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture and codenamed Cezanne. It operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. This processor sits in the 84th percentile of all CPUs tested in the database, with an average benchmark score of 27,220. In synthetic workloads, it scores 6,628 in 3DMark's 16-thread test and 6,617 in the max-thread test, showing that its multi-threaded performance scales well to its full core count. Single-thread performance is represented by a 901 score in 3DMark's single-thread test and 1,224 in Cinebench R20 single-core.

The processor's nearest rivals in aggregate scoring include the Intel Core i9-9900K (27,043 average score, 0.7% ahead), the Intel Core i7-12700H (27,006, 0.8% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-1370P (26,991, 0.8% ahead). The data shows that the Ryzen 7 5700 is essentially neck-and-neck with these competitors, with deltas under 1.2%. This suggests that for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title, CPU-bound scenarios would see this processor performing at a level comparable to those alternatives.

In this specific game, the CPU's role is best understood through the measured FPS at 1080p, where the processor is more likely to be a contributing factor. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 164.6 FPS average, while High settings yield 102.1 FPS. The large difference between Low and High at the same resolution points to the GPU becoming more involved as settings increase, but the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample headroom for the game's threading model. The processor's L3 cache of 16 MB is shared across all cores, which can benefit game logic that accesses shared data structures.

The processor's memory support includes DDR4 with dual-channel operation, delivering 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. This is a standard configuration for the platform. The absence of integrated graphics means the discrete GPU is solely responsible for rendering, which is expected for this setup. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1,762 and 4-thread score of 3,382 indicate that even lightly threaded workloads are handled competently, though Evolve's performance at higher resolutions will depend more on the GPU as the resolution scales up.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is a RDNA 2.0 architecture GPU based on the Navi 23 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 280.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 2055 MHz, with a boost clock of 2635 MHz and a game clock of 2410 MHz. Memory operates at 2190 MHz, translating to 17.5 Gbps effective. The GPU has 2,048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units, along with 32 ray tracing cores. Its pixel rate is 168.6 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 337.3 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance of 10.79 TFLOPS.

This GPU sits in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 29,024. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6800M (29,011, 0.0% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 470 (28,996, 0.1% delta), and the Intel Arc A370M (29,175, -0.5% delta). The data indicates that the RX 6650 XT performs nearly identically to these alternatives in aggregate benchmarks, with deltas of less than 1%. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 1,859, and in Geekbench Vulkan it scores 93,769, showing solid API-specific performance.

For Evolve, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution increases. At 4K Ultra settings, the combo drops to 25.4 FPS average, which is the lowest measured result. At 4K Low, it reaches 65.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are stretched at higher resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a relevant factor, though the game's age suggests it may not be fully utilizing that capacity. The GPU's 128-bit memory bus and 280.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but the data shows a clear bottleneck at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS falls below 30, making it effectively unplayable.

The GPU's power requirements include a 176 W TDP and a suggested 450 W PSU, with a single 8-pin power connector. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, which is adequate for this performance class. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, supporting modern monitors. The production status is end-of-life, indicating that this GPU is no longer in active production, but its performance in this benchmark remains relevant for comparison purposes.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with Ultra settings for this combo?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average FPS of 68.1. This is the lowest 1080p result, showing that Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 scores 6,617 in 3DMark max-thread, while its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, has an average score of 27,043, which is 0.7% higher than the Ryzen's 27,220 average. The delta is minimal, indicating comparable multi-threaded capability.

Q: What is the FPS difference between 1080p Low and 4K Low?

A: At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 164.6, while at 4K Low, it drops to 65.3. This represents a significant reduction, highlighting the GPU's increased workload at higher resolutions.

Q: Does the GPU outperform the AMD Radeon RX 470 in aggregate benchmarks?

A: The RX 6650 XT has an average benchmark score of 29,024, while the AMD Radeon RX 470 scores 28,996, a delta of 0.1%. The data shows they are nearly identical, with the RX 6650 XT having a marginal edge.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations in Evolve?

A: The combo ranks 1,137 out of 1,695 tested combinations in Evolve. This places it in the lower-mid range of the database, reflecting its measured performance.

Q: What is the boost clock of the CPU and the GPU?

A: The CPU has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the GPU has a boost clock of 2635 MHz. These are the maximum frequencies each component can reach under load.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT ranks 1,137 out of 1,695 tested combos in Evolve. This rank places it in the 33rd percentile of all tested combinations, meaning roughly two-thirds of the tested combos perform better in this game. The rank is determined by measured FPS across all resolutions and settings, with the combo's best result being 164.6 FPS at 1080p Low and its worst being 25.4 FPS at 4K Ultra.

The data shows that this combo is more competitive at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the average FPS across all settings is 115.8, which is solid for a 2015 FPS title. At 1440p, the average drops to 77.9, and at 4K, it falls to 44.1. This progression indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases, while the CPU's 8-core, 16-thread configuration is sufficient for the game's engine at all tested settings.

Relative to the nearest rival combos, the CPU's delta from the Intel Core i9-9900K is 0.7%, and the GPU's delta from the AMD Radeon RX 6800M is 0.0%. These small deltas suggest that swapping either component for a direct rival would yield negligible performance changes in this game. The rank of 1,137 is therefore driven by the overall performance level of this hardware pairing rather than any specific bottleneck.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of resolution scaling. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS across all settings drops from 115.8 to 77.9, a reduction of approximately 32.7%. From 1440p to 4K, the average drops further to 44.1, another reduction of approximately 43.4%. The largest single drop occurs at Ultra settings, where 1080p yields 68.1 FPS, 1440p yields 47.9 FPS, and 4K yields 25.4 FPS, showing that Ultra settings at 4K are the most demanding scenario.

The scaling behavior indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 164.6 FPS, which suggests the CPU can feed the GPU adequately. As resolution increases and settings rise, the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth become the bottleneck. The 8 GB VRAM and 280.3 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K Ultra, the GPU's 10.79 TFLOPS FP32 performance is insufficient to maintain playable frame rates, with the average falling to 25.4 FPS.

The delta between Low and Ultra settings widens with resolution. At 1080p, the difference is 96.5 FPS (from 164.6 to 68.1). At 1440p, the difference is 63.4 FPS (from 111.3 to 47.9). At 4K, the difference is 39.9 FPS (from 65.3 to 25.4). This narrowing delta suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU can push higher frame rates, but the GPU's limits cap performance at higher resolutions regardless of settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 164.6 FPS, Medium produces 128.4 FPS, High produces 102.1 FPS, and Ultra produces 68.1 FPS. This represents a spread of 96.5 FPS from Low to Ultra, with each step up in settings reducing performance by roughly 22-36 FPS. The data shows that 1080p is well within the capabilities of this hardware, with even Ultra settings exceeding 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops across all settings. Low settings yield 111.3 FPS, Medium yields 86.4 FPS, High yields 66.0 FPS, and Ultra yields 47.9 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 63.4 FPS. This resolution still provides playable frame rates for Low through High settings, but Ultra falls below 60 FPS, indicating that the GPU is starting to struggle with the increased pixel count.

At 3840x2160, performance drops significantly. Low settings average 65.3 FPS, Medium averages 46.7 FPS, High averages 39.1 FPS, and Ultra averages 25.4 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 39.9 FPS. At this resolution, only Low settings exceed 60 FPS, and Ultra settings fall below 30 FPS, which is generally considered the threshold for playability. The data indicates that 4K gaming is only viable with Low settings for this combo.

The full dataset shows that the combo's performance is consistent with its rank of 1,137 out of 1,695. The measured FPS values demonstrate that this hardware pairing is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being a stretch for all but the lowest settings.