Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER delivers a surprisingly robust experience in Evolve, a game that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The data shows a config that is capable of high refresh rate play at 1080p, solid 60+ FPS at 1440p, and playable performance at 4K only with significant settings compromises. The benchmark results indicate that this is a balanced pairing where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, but the CPU has enough headroom to prevent major frame pacing issues at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 107 FPS at 1080p to 72 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 41 FPS at 4K. This represents a 33% performance loss when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 43% loss when moving from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is steep, indicating that the RTX 2070 SUPER is being pushed hard by the pixel count increase.

Looking at the Low settings row, the pattern is even more pronounced. The average FPS at 1080p is 177, dropping to 118 at 1440p and 67 at 4K. The relative drop from 1080p to 4K is 62%, which is a massive hit that underscores how resolution-bound this configuration becomes. The data suggests that at Low settings, the GPU is still the limiting factor, as the CPU is unlikely to be the bottleneck when frame rates are this high.

The Medium settings row provides the most complete data, including minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p, the average is 137 FPS with a minimum of 116 and a maximum of 157. At 1440p, the average drops to 92 FPS with a minimum of 78 and a maximum of 106. At 4K, the average falls to 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 and a maximum of 60. The minimum frame rates show that even at the worst moments, the game remains playable at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K the minimum of 44 FPS may feel less smooth in fast-paced FPS action.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K at Medium settings shows a 62% reduction in average FPS, from 137 to 52. This is a substantial drop that indicates the RTX 2070 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus are being saturated at the higher resolution. The data does not show any evidence of CPU limitation at 1080p, as the frame rates are consistently high across all settings, suggesting the Ryzen 7 5700G's 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for this title.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is a Zen 3 based processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores place it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27051. This places it in close competition with the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores 27097 (a 0.2% difference), and the Intel Core i5-14400T at 27166 (a 0.4% difference). The data shows the 5700G is a strong performer, but its role in this game is secondary to the GPU.

In Evolve, the CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are relevant but not dominant. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12830.5 and Geekbench multicore score of 9950 indicate strong all-core performance. However, the single-thread performance, as measured by Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 1494 and Geekbench singlecore score of 1894, is what matters most for frame pacing in an FPS. The PassMark single thread score of 3283 confirms that the 5700G has solid single-core throughput, which is essential for maintaining high average FPS at 1080p.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration. At 1080p Low settings, the average FPS of 177 is exceptionally high, and it is unlikely that the CPU is holding the GPU back. The fact that the 5700G has a TDP of 65 watts and is built on a 7 nm process means it runs efficiently, but this is not directly relevant to the game's performance metrics. The benchmark results suggest that the CPU has ample headroom, as the frame rates scale down predictably with resolution increases, which is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance.

The nearest rival data for the CPU shows that the 5700G is within 0.6% of the Intel Core i7-1370P and 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445. This means that in CPU-heavy scenarios, the 5700G would perform virtually identically to these alternatives. However, in Evolve, the data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of FPS, so the CPU's exact positioning among rivals has minimal impact on the measured results.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Evolve with this hardware?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the sweet spot, with average FPS ranging from 74 at Ultra to 177 at Low. At 2560x1440, the average FPS ranges from 50 to 118, which is still playable, but 4K performance drops to 28-67 FPS depending on settings.

Q: Can I achieve 144 FPS at 1080p?

A: Yes, at Low settings the average FPS is 177, and at Medium settings it is 137. These settings will allow for high refresh rate play, but High settings at 107 FPS and Ultra at 74 FPS will not consistently hit 144 FPS.

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

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 20282, which is 1% lower than the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (20480), 1.2% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534), and 1.3% lower than the Intel Arc B570 (20556). The performance delta is small, meaning it is closely matched with these cards.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700G a bottleneck in this game?

A: No, the data does not indicate CPU bottlenecking. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 177, which is very high. The frame rates scale down consistently with resolution increases, which is a sign of GPU-bound performance.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 1440p Medium?

A: The measured minimum FPS at 2560x1440 Medium is 78, with an average of 92 and a maximum of 106. This indicates that the game remains smooth even in demanding scenes.

Q: Is 4K playable with this configuration?

A: At 4K, the average FPS is 41 on High and 28 on Ultra, which is not ideal for a fast-paced FPS. However, Medium settings yield an average of 52 FPS, and Low settings yield 67 FPS, making 4K playable if you prioritize frame rate over visual quality.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance for optimizing the experience across different resolutions. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers an average of 107 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. However, if you have a 144 Hz monitor, the Medium preset at 137 FPS is the better choice, as it provides a significant frame rate boost with only a modest visual quality reduction. The Ultra preset at 74 FPS is still playable but may feel less responsive in intense firefights.

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 72 FPS is the recommended balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Medium preset at 92 FPS is also a strong option if you prefer smoother motion, but the visual difference between Medium and High is typically noticeable in a game like Evolve. The Low preset at 118 FPS is excessive for most players, as the graphical sacrifices outweigh the frame rate benefits at this resolution.

At 3840x2160, the settings hierarchy becomes critical. The Ultra preset at 28 FPS is not playable, and the High preset at 41 FPS is borderline. The Medium preset at 52 FPS is the minimum viable option for a playable experience, but the Low preset at 67 FPS is the only one that provides a comfortable margin above 60 FPS. For 4K gaming, the data strongly suggests using Low settings to maintain responsiveness, or dropping to 1440p with High settings for a better overall experience.

The Medium preset across all resolutions shows the most consistent frame pacing, with the 1080p row showing a minimum of 116 FPS and the 1440p row showing a minimum of 78 FPS. This indicates that Medium is the most stable setting in terms of frame time variance, making it the recommended default for players who prioritize smoothness over maximum visual detail.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 2151 out of 3700 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms a slight majority of setups but is not near the top of the charts. Given that the GPU is in the 65th percentile of all GPUs and the CPU is in the 79th percentile of all CPUs, the combo rank is somewhat lower than what the individual component rankings might suggest.

The data indicates that this pairing is balanced, but the GPU's age is a limiting factor. The RTX 2070 SUPER has a PassMark G3D score of 18169, which is respectable but not exceptional. The combo's rank suggests that there are many other configurations that achieve higher frame rates in this game, likely with more modern GPUs. However, the 2151 rank out of 3700 is not a poor result; it indicates that this setup can handle Evolve adequately, especially at 1080p and 1440p.

The deltaPct values for the GPU's nearest rivals show that the RTX 2070 SUPER is within 1.5% of the Intel Arc A750 and 1.3% of the Intel Arc B570. This means that swapping to one of these GPUs would yield nearly identical performance in this game. The CPU's nearest rivals are similarly close, with the Intel Core i9-9900K being only 0.2% faster in average benchmark score. This suggests that the overall combo rank is driven more by the GPU's position in the market than by any specific pairing inefficiency.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings shows a clear progression. Low settings produce an average of 177 FPS, which is the highest measured in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 137 FPS with a minimum of 116 and a maximum of 157. High settings drop to 107 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 74 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 58% reduction in average FPS, which is a steep penalty for the highest visual quality.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. Low settings average 118 FPS, Medium settings average 92 FPS with a minimum of 78 and a maximum of 106, High settings average 72 FPS, and Ultra settings average 50 FPS. The jump from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 33% of the average FPS at each settings level, which is a consistent and predictable pattern.

At 3840x2160, the data shows the most significant performance drop. Low settings average 67 FPS, Medium settings average 52 FPS with a minimum of 44 and a maximum of 60, High settings average 41 FPS, and Ultra settings average 28 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 39 FPS, which is a 58% reduction. The minimum FPS of 44 at 4K Medium is the lowest measured value in the entire dataset, indicating that this resolution is only viable with Low settings for a consistently smooth experience.

The Medium settings row at all resolutions provides the most complete picture, with minimum and maximum values that show the frame time variance. At 1080p, the spread from minimum to maximum is 41 FPS (116 to 157), at 1440p it is 28 FPS (78 to 106), and at 4K it is 16 FPS (44 to 60). This data suggests that the game becomes more consistent at higher resolutions, but the average FPS drops to less playable levels. The benchmark results indicate that the RTX 2070 SUPER is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, where it can maintain high average FPS with acceptable minimum frame rates.