Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER presents a compelling dataset for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The measured frames per second reveal a system with substantial headroom, but the scaling patterns across resolutions and settings tell a nuanced story about where the bottlenecks truly lie. This analysis breaks down the raw numbers to understand the character of this specific combination.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking observation in the data is the dramatic drop in performance as resolution increases, which is entirely expected for a GPU-bound title at higher pixel counts. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 257.4 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 222.1 FPS, a reduction of 35.3 FPS. The jump to 4K Low further reduces the average to 126.4 FPS, which is a substantial 130.9 FPS lower than the 1080p result. This steep decline from 1080p to 4K clearly indicates that the rendering load at higher resolutions is saturating the GPU's capabilities.

The scaling pattern becomes more telling when examining the High settings preset. At 1080p High, the system produces 201.6 FPS. At 1440p High, it falls to 136.9 FPS, and at 4K High, it drops to 77.5 FPS. The performance penalty from 1080p to 1440p is 64.7 FPS, while the penalty from 1440p to 4K is 59.4 FPS. This near-linear degradation suggests that the RTX 4080 SUPER is the limiting component at these settings, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth being taxed by the increased pixel throughput.

The Ultra preset reveals the heaviest load. The 1080p Ultra score of 142.4 FPS falls to 92.5 FPS at 1440p, and then plummets to 55.1 FPS at 4K Ultra. The delta between 1080p and 4K Ultra is 87.3 FPS, which is a 61.3% reduction from the starting point. This indicates that the Ultra preset's additional effects and shadow quality are disproportionately expensive at higher resolutions, further confirming that the GPU is the primary constraint in this configuration.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 5700X3D brings a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache to the table, which is a defining characteristic for gaming performance. Its 8 cores and 16 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture provide a solid foundation for modern game engines. The base clock of 3.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.10 GHz are moderate, but the cache configuration often compensates for lower clock speeds in gaming scenarios.

In Evolve, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU at higher resolutions, but its influence is visible at 1080p. The difference between 1080p Low (257.4 FPS) and 1080p Medium (236.9 FPS) is only 20.5 FPS, while the gap between 1440p Medium (172.7 FPS) and 1080p Medium (236.9 FPS) is 64.2 FPS. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU can still feed the GPU enough data to approach its limits, but the GPU's raw throughput becomes the bottleneck as resolution climbs.

The single-thread performance of this CPU, as evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 804, is adequate for a game like Evolve that may not be heavily threaded. The passmark_single_thread score of 2970 further indicates that the CPU can handle the primary game logic thread without becoming a significant constraint. The 105 W TDP and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for this workload.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications align with the observed performance scaling. With 10240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, the GPU has immense parallel processing power. The boost clock of 2550 MHz and the 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 throughput provide the raw compute needed for high-resolution rendering.

The 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus with 736.3 GB/s bandwidth is crucial for the 4K results. The fact that 4K Ultra still achieves 55.1 FPS, while 4K High reaches 77.5 FPS, demonstrates that the memory subsystem and GPU compute are well-matched for Evolve's demands. The GPU's 320 W TDP and triple-slot cooler design indicate the thermal headroom required to sustain these performance levels.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 88 versus all GPUs places it in the upper echelon. Its average benchmark score of 53610 is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M, according to the nearestRivals data. This competitive positioning explains why the combo can push high frame rates even at demanding settings, as the GPU's architecture is efficient across a wide range of workloads.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank in game is 169 out of 1695 tested combinations, placing it in the top 10% of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the balance between the CPU's strong cache-based gaming performance and the GPU's high-end rasterization capabilities. The 169th position suggests that while this is not the absolute fastest configuration available, it outperforms the vast majority of systems tested for Evolve.

The CPU's nearestRivals data provides context for its contribution. The Ryzen 7 5700X3D has an average benchmark score of 24673, which is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-1360P and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D. This marginal lead over similarly positioned CPUs indicates that the processor is not the limiting factor in this combo's ranking.

The GPU's nearestRivals data shows a tighter race. The RTX 4080 SUPER's average score of 53610 is 2.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and 2.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7700S. This positioning suggests that the GPU's performance headroom is what pushes the combo higher in the rankings, particularly at 1440p and 4K where the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute resources are fully utilized.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS dataset reveals a consistent hierarchy across all settings. At 1080p, the Low preset yields 257.4 FPS, which is the highest recorded average. Medium follows at 236.9 FPS, High at 201.6 FPS, and Ultra at 142.4 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 115.0 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes a significant performance cost.

At 1440p, the pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. Low produces 222.1 FPS, Medium drops to 172.7 FPS, High reaches 136.9 FPS, and Ultra falls to 92.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 129.6 FPS, which is wider than at 1080p. This suggests that the Ultra preset's effects become relatively more expensive as pixel count increases.

The 4K results show the most compression. Low achieves 126.4 FPS, Medium reaches 97.5 FPS, High delivers 77.5 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 55.1 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 71.3 FPS, which is smaller in absolute terms than at lower resolutions but represents a larger percentage drop. The data shows that 4K Ultra is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, making it potentially problematic for smooth gameplay on high-refresh-rate displays.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset at 201.6 FPS offers an excellent balance between visual fidelity and performance. The jump from High to Ultra costs 59.2 FPS, which is a 29.4% reduction, while the visual gains may not justify the frame rate loss for competitive play. The Medium preset at 236.9 FPS is ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors, as it stays well above the 200 FPS mark.

For 1440p displays, the High preset at 136.9 FPS is the recommended sweet spot. It provides smooth gameplay on most high-refresh-rate panels while maintaining good visual quality. The Ultra preset at 92.5 FPS is still playable but sacrifices 44.4 FPS compared to High. The Medium preset at 172.7 FPS is the best choice for 144Hz or higher refresh rate monitors, as it provides a significant frame rate buffer.

At 4K, the High preset at 77.5 FPS is the best option for a balance of quality and performance. The Medium preset at 97.5 FPS is preferable for those prioritizing frame rate, while the Ultra preset at 55.1 FPS is only suitable for slower-paced gameplay or when visual fidelity is paramount. The Low preset at 126.4 FPS is viable for competitive play, though it sacrifices visual quality.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS at 1080p is 257.4, achieved with the Low settings preset. This demonstrates the CPU's ability to feed the GPU effectively at lower resolutions.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 4K Ultra, the combo achieves an average of 55.1 FPS. This is the lowest recorded result across all tested configurations, falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p Medium and 1440p Medium?

A: The difference is 64.2 FPS. The 1080p Medium preset produces 236.9 FPS, while 1440p Medium produces 172.7 FPS. This gap highlights the GPU's increasing load at higher resolutions.

Q: Where does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 169 out of 1695 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the top 10% of all tested systems, indicating strong overall performance.

Q: Which settings preset shows the largest performance drop from 1080p to 4K?

A: The Ultra preset shows the largest drop. It falls from 142.4 FPS at 1080p to 55.1 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 87.3 FPS. This represents a 61.3% performance loss.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the primary bottleneck at 4K High settings?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The 4K High result of 77.5 FPS shows significant scaling from 1080p High's 201.6 FPS, a drop of 124.1 FPS, which is consistent with GPU-bound behavior.