Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a high-performance experience in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The measured frame rates indicate that this combination is capable of very high refresh rates at lower resolutions, with performance scaling predictably as resolution increases. This analysis examines the resolution scaling behavior, the CPU’s role, and provides settings recommendations based on the measured data.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and significant drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with High settings, the combo achieves 204.7 FPS. Moving to 1440p reduces this to 138.3 FPS, a decrease of approximately 32%. At 4K, the average FPS falls to 75.1, which is roughly 46% lower than the 1440p result and only about 37% of the 1080p performance. This pattern is consistent across all settings presets, indicating a strong dependency on resolution.

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is particularly steep. For instance, at Medium settings, the drop is from 173.8 FPS to 98.7 FPS, a reduction of about 43%. This suggests that at 4K, the rendering workload becomes significantly more demanding, and the system’s performance is increasingly limited by the GPU’s ability to process the higher pixel count. The RTX 4080 SUPER, with its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth, is clearly the dominant factor in these higher-resolution scenarios.

Conversely, the relatively smaller gap between 1080p and 1440p performance suggests that the CPU is more capable of feeding the GPU at lower resolutions. The 1080p Low setting result of 299.7 FPS, which is near the 300 FPS mark, implies that the CPU and GPU are working in closer balance at this resolution. The data indicates that the system is highly capable of pushing high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the transition to 4K imposes a substantial performance cost, with the GPU becoming the clear bottleneck.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. In the context of Evolve, a game that is likely not heavily optimized for multi-threading, the CPU’s strong single-thread performance is crucial. The measured 3dmark_single_thread score of 943 and the 3dmark_2_threads score of 1846 indicate that the processor has substantial per-core capabilities.

The 5800X’s performance relative to its rivals is noteworthy. The data shows it has an average benchmark score of 27606, which is 0.3% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and 0.4% higher than both the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE and the Intel Core i7-13700H. It is also 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12600KF. This indicates that the 5800X is a competitive processor, and its performance is closely matched with these other options in general benchmarks.

In this game, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. At 1080p, where the GPU is less taxed, the CPU’s ability to maintain high frame rates is more visible, as evidenced by the 299.7 FPS result on Low settings. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p is 157.5 FPS, which shows that the CPU can handle the increased game logic and draw calls associated with higher settings. However, as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU’s influence on the final frame rate diminishes. The data suggests that the 5800X is more than sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the RTX 4080 SUPER at 1080p and 1440p, and even at 4K, it provides enough processing power to maintain playable frame rates.

The CPU’s cache configuration includes a 32 MB L3 cache, which is beneficial for gaming performance by reducing memory latency. The dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth is standard for this platform. Overall, the Ryzen 7 5800X demonstrates that it is a strong partner for the RTX 4080 SUPER, providing enough single-threaded throughput to keep up with the GPU at lower resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: The measured average FPS is 204.7 at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra performance compare to the 1440p Ultra performance?

A: At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 51.9, which is significantly lower than the 95.2 FPS measured at 1440p Ultra. This represents a performance drop of over 45%.

Q: Is this system more CPU-bound or GPU-bound at 4K?

A: The data indicates a GPU-bound scenario at 4K. The frame rate drops substantially from 1440p to 4K, suggesting the RTX 4080 SUPER’s rendering capabilities are the limiting factor at this resolution.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combination?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 299.7, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 SUPER compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 53610, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT’s score of 53489.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested system combinations in this game?

A: The combo ranks 123rd out of 1695 tested combinations in Evolve.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. For players with a 1080p 240Hz monitor, the High preset is a strong choice, delivering 204.7 FPS, which is well above the 144Hz threshold and close to 240Hz. The Medium preset at 259.3 FPS would also be excellent for very high refresh rate displays, but the High preset offers a better balance of visual quality and performance.

At 1440p, the High preset provides 138.3 FPS, making it ideal for a 144Hz monitor. This is the recommended setting for a smooth and visually appealing experience. The Ultra preset at 95.2 FPS is also playable on a 144Hz display but will not fully utilize its refresh rate. For gamers who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, the Medium preset at 173.8 FPS would be a suitable alternative for a 165Hz or 240Hz monitor.

At 4K, the High preset yields 75.1 FPS, which is adequate for a 60Hz display and provides a good balance of visual quality and smoothness. The Medium preset at 98.7 FPS is also a viable option, offering a higher frame rate for a more responsive feel. The Ultra preset, at 51.9 FPS, is only recommended for players who prioritize maximum visual quality over a consistent 60 FPS experience. The Low preset, while achieving 125.7 FPS, is not recommended for 4K as it significantly compromises visual detail for a frame rate that exceeds the typical 60Hz display refresh rate.

In summary, the High preset offers the best overall experience across all resolutions, providing a high frame rate without a major sacrifice in visual quality. For 1080p and 1440p, it is the clear recommendation. For 4K, it is also the preferred choice, balancing performance and fidelity for a smooth gaming session.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested system combinations for Evolve, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER holds the 123rd position out of 1695 total combinations. This placement in the top 7.3% of all tested systems demonstrates that this is a very high-performing combination for this specific game.

The ranking reflects the strong performance of both components. The RTX 4080 SUPER is a top-tier GPU, ranking in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, has a very similar average benchmark score, with the NVIDIA card being just 0.2% faster. The Ryzen 7 5800X also performs well, ranking in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. The combination of a high-end GPU with a capable, high-clock-count CPU results in a system that can handle Evolve with high frame rates, even at 4K.

The rank of 123rd out of 1695 combos indicates that while many other systems are faster, this configuration is still in the upper echelon of performance. The data suggests that the combination is well-balanced, with neither component severely bottlenecking the other in this game. The high scores in both the CPU and GPU benchmarks contribute to this strong overall ranking, confirming that this is a formidable setup for playing Evolve.