Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination delivers exceptionally high frame rates in Evolve, positioning it within the upper echelon of tested hardware pairings. The measured data indicates a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s robust multi-threading capabilities ensure no bottleneck at lower settings. The following analysis breaks down the performance characteristics, scaling patterns, and component roles based solely on the benchmark data.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the shifting balance between CPU and GPU load. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 301 FPS. This extreme figure suggests that the Ryzen 7 5800X’s 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz, are feeding the RTX 4080 with ample data, allowing the GPU to operate near its full potential. Moving to 2560x1440 Low, the average drops to 225 FPS, a 25% reduction, indicating that the GPU is beginning to take on more work. At 3840x2160 Low, the average further declines to 128 FPS, showing an additional 43% drop from the 1440p figure.

The scaling pattern changes significantly when settings are increased. At High settings, the transition from 1080p to 1440p sees a drop from 204 FPS to 137 FPS (a 33% decrease), and then from 1440p to 4K, the frame rate falls from 137 FPS to 78 FPS (a 43% decrease). This steeper decline at higher resolutions and settings confirms that the RTX 4080, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth, is the primary limiting component. The data reveals that the CPU is not a constraint; even at 1080p Ultra, the combo still produces 141 FPS, which is a high refresh rate territory. The performance drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is dramatic, going from 128 FPS to 54 FPS, a 58% reduction, which underscores the substantial load that Ultra presets place on the GPU. Benchmark results indicate that the system scales predictably, with the RTX 4080’s capabilities being the deciding factor in frame rate as resolution and visual fidelity increase.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 4K gaming, the High preset delivers an average of 78 FPS, which is suitable for smooth gameplay on most displays. The Ultra preset at this resolution yields only 54 FPS, which may be less desirable for fast-paced FPS action, where higher frame rates typically provide a competitive advantage. The Medium preset at 4K offers a compromise at 99 FPS, with a minimum of 84 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS, providing a more fluid experience than High while still maintaining visual quality.

At 1440p, the High preset achieves an excellent 137 FPS average, making it a strong recommendation for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset at this resolution reaches 174 FPS, with a minimum of 148 FPS, ensuring consistent performance. The Ultra preset at 1440p still produces 95 FPS, which is playable but leaves performance on the table compared to lower presets. For 1080p, even the Ultra preset yields 141 FPS, making it viable, but the Low preset’s 301 FPS is extreme and unnecessary for most users. The data suggests that the High preset provides the best balance of visual quality and performance across all resolutions, as it maintains high average frame rates without the significant drop seen at Ultra. The measured rows indicate that the combo is powerful enough to handle High settings at 4K, making it the recommended choice for a premium experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested hardware combinations for Evolve, this specific pairing of the Ryzen 7 5800X and RTX 4080 ranks 303rd out of 3700 combos. This places it in the top 8.2% of all tested systems, indicating a very high level of performance. The rank reflects the combined strength of the CPU and GPU, but the data suggests that the GPU’s contribution is more significant for this game’s frame rates. The RTX 4080’s individual benchmark percentile is 86, meaning it outperforms 86% of all GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 54247, which is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, which scores 54209, a negligible delta of 0.1%. This shows that the RTX 4080 is performing at the expected level for its class.

On the CPU side, the Ryzen 7 5800X has a percentile of 81 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29123. Its closest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, scores 29093, a delta of 0.1%, indicating that the 5800X is performing in line with its peers. The combo’s rank of 303 in Evolve is notably better than the individual percentiles of its components, which suggests that the pairing is particularly effective for this game’s engine. The data shows that while neither component is the absolute top of its class, their combination results in a system that consistently delivers high frame rates, as seen in the measured FPS data. The high rank confirms that this setup is a formidable choice for Evolve, capable of handling demanding settings with ease.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 301 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

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

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo delivers an average of 54 FPS, which is the lowest measured average across all tested configurations.

Q: Is the system more limited by the CPU or the GPU at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the frame rates are extremely high (up to 301 FPS on Low), indicating that the GPU is the primary limiter, as the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed it.

Q: What is the frame rate range for the Medium preset at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 produces a minimum of 148 FPS, an average of 174 FPS, and a maximum of 200 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, while its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, scores 54209, a difference of only 0.1%.

Q: What is the combo’s rank among all tested systems for this game?

A: The combo ranks 303rd out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it in the top 8.2% of all systems.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this pairing for Evolve, as evidenced by the frame rate scaling across resolutions. Its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 256-bit memory bus provide a bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s, which is crucial for handling the high-resolution textures and effects that the game’s Ultra preset demands. The GPU’s base clock of 2205 MHz and boost clock of 2505 MHz are relatively high, and the measured data shows that these clocks contribute to the strong performance at lower settings. For instance, at 1080p Low, the GPU achieves 301 FPS, which reflects its raw compute power.

The RTX 4080’s 9728 shading units and 112 ROPs are responsible for the pixel throughput, with a pixel rate of 280.6 GPixel/s. This allows the card to maintain high frame rates even at 1440p, where the High preset delivers 137 FPS. However, the data shows a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra, where the average drops to 54 FPS. This is likely due to the increased memory pressure and shader complexity, which the GPU’s 48.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance struggles to overcome at that quality level. The GPU’s individual benchmark scores, such as a Passmark G3D score of 34457, confirm its high-end status. Its percentile of 86 against all GPUs indicates that it is a top-tier product, and the measured FPS data in Evolve reflects this, as it provides playable frame rates at all but the most demanding settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X serves as a capable and reliable foundation for the RTX 4080, with its 8 cores and 16 threads ensuring that the GPU is never starved of data. The CPU’s base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz are sufficient for the game’s single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The benchmark data shows that the CPU’s multi-core performance is robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15476 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11036. These scores indicate that the processor can handle the game’s background tasks and physics calculations without bottlenecking the GPU.

The CPU’s 32 MB of L3 cache is a key asset for gaming, as it reduces the latency of frequently accessed data. Its single-thread performance, as measured by a 3DMark single-thread score of 943, is also strong, which is important for the game’s main game loop. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 301 FPS, which is a clear indication that the CPU is not a limiting factor. Even at 1080p Ultra, the combo still produces 141 FPS, showing that the CPU can keep up with the GPU’s demands. The CPU’s percentile of 81 against all CPUs is respectable, and its average benchmark score of 29123 is close to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H, which scores 29093. This suggests that the 5800X provides consistent, predictable performance that pairs well with the high-end GPU, allowing the system to achieve its 303rd rank out of 3700 combos in Evolve.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS, and where available, minimum and maximum FPS, for each resolution and settings combination.

| Resolution | Settings | Average FPS | Minimum FPS | Maximum FPS |

|:--------- |:------- | ----------: | ----------: | ----------: |

| 3840x2160 | High | 78 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 128 | — | — |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 99 | 84 | 114 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 54 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | High | 137 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 225 | — | — |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 174 | 148 | 200 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 95 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | High | 204 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 301 | — | — |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 260 | 221 | 299 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 141 | — | — |

The data reveals a consistent pattern: frame rates decrease as resolution and settings increase. The Medium preset shows the most stable frame pacing, with a narrow range between minimum and maximum FPS across all resolutions. For example, at 1080p Medium, the range is 221 to 299 FPS, a variance of 78 FPS, while at 4K Medium, it is 84 to 114 FPS, a variance of 30 FPS. This indicates that the Medium preset provides a more consistent experience than other settings, which are likely to have larger fluctuations. The Ultra preset shows a significant drop in performance compared to High, particularly at 4K, where the average falls from 78 to 54 FPS. The Low preset consistently delivers the highest frame rates, but the visual quality trade-off is substantial. Overall, the measured data provides a clear picture of the combo’s capabilities, with the best balance of performance and quality found at the High preset for most resolutions.