Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 pairing represents a study in generational contrast for the 2015 title Evolve. The CPU is a modern 8-core, 16-thread Zen 3 part, while the GPU is a Pascal-era card from 2016. Benchmark results show that this combination's performance is heavily dictated by the graphics settings and resolution, with the CPU providing ample headroom that the GPU often cannot utilize at higher loads.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is built on the Zen 3 architecture and features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This processor belongs to the 5000 series and is manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. In synthetic benchmarks, the chip demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability, scoring 20,655 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 8,675 in Cinebench R20 multi-core. Single-thread performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,916.

For a game like Evolve, which was released in 2015, the Ryzen 7 5700's thread count is far beyond what the game's engine likely utilizes. The data shows that the CPU sits in the 84th percentile among all tested CPUs, indicating it is a high-end part. Its nearest rivals average around 27,000 in overall benchmark score, with the Intel Core i9-9900K at 27,043 (only 0.7% delta), the Intel Core i7-12700H at 27,006 (0.8% delta), and the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26,991 (0.8% delta). This places the Ryzen 7 5700 in a performance tier where it is unlikely to be the bottleneck in Evolve at any of the tested settings.

The measured frames per second (FPS) data reinforces this interpretation. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 132.3, a figure that suggests the CPU is capable of delivering high frame rates when the GPU is not heavily taxed. Even at 2560x1440 with Low settings, the average FPS remains high at 88.8. The CPU's multi-threaded scores, such as 24,303 in PassMark multithread and 90,091 in PassMark integer math, indicate a robust processing foundation. In this particular game, the Ryzen 7 5700 provides a stable platform, with its performance headroom meaning that the frame rate limits observed are almost exclusively due to the graphics card rather than the processor.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is the primary constraint in this configuration. It is based on the Pascal architecture and the GP104 chip, manufactured on a 16 nm process. The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s. Its base clock is 1506 MHz with a boost clock of 1683 MHz. The GTX 1070 features 1,920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units.

In the context of Evolve, the GTX 1070's performance declines sharply as resolution and settings increase. At 3840x2160 (4K) with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to a near-unplayable 18.6. At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 36.9. The GPU's percentile rank among all GPUs is 51st, positioning it as a mid-range part by modern standards. Its average benchmark score is 12,331, with its nearest rival being the NVIDIA Quadro K4200 at 12,241 (0.7% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER at 12,504 (-1.4% delta).

The PassMark G3D score of 13,498 and the DirectX 11 score of 100 indicate that the card has decent legacy performance, which is relevant for a 2015 game. However, the DirectX 12 score of 48 is lower, suggesting that the card may not handle newer APIs as efficiently, though Evolve likely relies on DirectX 11. The data clearly shows that the GTX 1070 is the limiting factor in this combo. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 77.4, which is good, but dropping to Low settings at the same resolution yields 132.3 FPS, demonstrating that the GPU is the primary driver of performance variation. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s and 8 GB capacity are sufficient for the game at lower settings, but the sheer computational load at 4K and Ultra settings overwhelms the card's 6.463 TFLOPS of FP32 performance.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum average frame rate achievable with this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 132.3 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 100.7 at 1920x1080 with Medium settings.

Q: Is this CPU capable of handling the game without bottlenecking the GPU?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 7 5700 scores 20,655 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and ranks in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. The FPS scaling from High to Low at 1080p (77.4 to 132.3) indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor.

Q: How does the GTX 1070 compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The GTX 1070 has an average benchmark score of 12,331. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro K4200 with a score of 12,241, which is a 0.7% delta. The GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER scores 12,504, putting it 1.4% ahead of the GTX 1070.

Q: What is the playable performance at 2560x1440 resolution?

A: At 2560x1440, the combo achieves 88.8 FPS on Low settings, 69.6 FPS on Medium, and 51.1 FPS on High. The Ultra setting only manages 36.9 FPS, which may not be smooth for fast-paced gameplay.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows that at 3840x2160, the average FPS is 51.3 on Low settings, 39.4 on Medium, and 31.4 on High. The Ultra setting yields only 18.6 FPS, indicating that 4K gaming is only viable on the lowest settings.

*Q: What is the overall ranking of this specific CPU and GPU combination for Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 1,446 out of 1,695 tested combinations for this game, placing it in the lower portion of the performance spectrum.

How This Combo Ranks

The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700 and GTX 1070 combination ranks 1,446 out of 1,695 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the bottom 15% of all tested configurations. This low ranking is primarily attributable to the GPU's age and mid-range positioning. While the CPU is a high performer, ranking in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, the GPU only ranks in the 51st percentile of all GPUs. The combination's overall rank is dragged down by the graphics card's inability to maintain high frame rates at demanding settings.

The benchmark results show that this combo is best suited for lower resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo performs adequately, with a 77.4 average FPS on High settings. However, at 2560x1440, the average FPS on High settings drops to 51.1, and at 3840x2160, it falls to 31.4. These numbers suggest that the combo is not competitive with higher-end configurations that can handle 4K Ultra settings. The rank of 1,446 out of 1,695 confirms that many other combinations provide better performance for this specific game.

Compared to other potential pairings, the CPU's strong scores (e.g., 6,628 in 3DMark 16 threads) are underutilized because the GPU saturates first. The GTX 1070's PassMark G3D score of 13,498 is respectable for its class, but it is not sufficient to push Evolve into high-refresh-rate territory at higher settings. The combo's performance is predictable: it scales well at 1080p but struggles as the resolution and graphical load increase. For gamers targeting 1080p, this rank is acceptable, but for those seeking 1440p or 4K experiences, it is severely limited.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo varies by resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset provides an average FPS of 77.4, which is smooth for most gameplay. However, the Medium preset offers a significant boost to 100.7 FPS, which is likely the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Low preset at 132.3 FPS is the only setting that exceeds 120 FPS, but the visual downgrade may not be worth it for most users. The Ultra preset at 56.4 FPS is playable but may experience dips in intense scenes.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset yields 69.6 FPS, which is a good target for a smooth experience. The High preset at 51.1 FPS is still playable but starts to approach the lower threshold of acceptable frame rates. The Low preset at 88.8 FPS is the most performant option at this resolution, but the Medium preset offers a better balance between fidelity and smoothness. The Ultra preset at 36.9 FPS is not recommended for competitive play due to its low frame rate.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is viable, producing an average FPS of 51.3. The Medium preset at 39.4 FPS is borderline, and the High preset at 31.4 FPS is stutter-prone. The Ultra preset at 18.6 FPS is unplayable. For the best experience at 4K, users should stick to Low settings. Overall, the data suggests that the Medium preset at 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a high frame rate with reasonable visual fidelity. For 1440p, Medium is also the recommended preset, while 4K should be reserved for Low settings only.