Evolve

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D + RTX 4080 SUPER combo rank in Evolve?

A: This combo ranks 327th out of 3700 tested combinations in the database. That places it in the top 9% of all tested configurations for this game.

Q: What kind of frame rates can I expect at 1080p with this setup?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 283 on Low settings to 140 on Ultra. Medium settings deliver 258 FPS average, while High settings produce 203 FPS average.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread performance?

A: The Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 884 in 3dmark single-thread and 7285 in 3dmark max-threads. In Cinebench R23, it scores 1452 single-core and 14317 multi-core. The ratio indicates strong scaling across its 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER significantly faster than the regular RTX 4080?

A: The benchmark data shows the RTX 4080 SUPER has an average score of 54209, while the RTX 4080 scores 54247. The deltaPct is -0.1%, meaning the SUPER is essentially tied with the non-SUPER version in overall GPU benchmarks.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and how does it affect Evolve?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus with 736.3 GB/s bandwidth. This is ample for Evolve's textures and effects at all tested resolutions.

Q: Does the CPU hold back the GPU at lower resolutions?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo hits 283 FPS average, which is extremely high. The CPU's 8-core/16-thread configuration with 96 MB L3 cache appears sufficient to feed the GPU even at high frame rates.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. The GPU contains 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die, with 10240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 raster output units. The chip is designated AD103 and operates at a base clock of 2295 MHz with a boost clock of 2550 MHz.

In Evolve, the GPU's role becomes increasingly dominant as resolution scales up. At 1080p, the GPU delivers 283 FPS average on Low settings, but the CPU is likely still contributing meaningfully. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting factor, with frame rates dropping to 77 FPS average on High settings and 54 FPS on Ultra. The 16 GB GDDR6X memory with 736.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and memory bandwidth are not bottlenecks at any resolution tested.

The RTX 4080 SUPER's 52.22 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 285.6 GPixel/s pixel rate provide substantial raw performance. The 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores support advanced rendering features, though Evolve's 2015 release date means it likely doesn't utilize these heavily. The GPU's 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it sits well above the median performer.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the RTX 4080 SUPER is essentially identical to the standard RTX 4080 in aggregate benchmarks, with a -0.1% deltaPct. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores slightly higher at 54828, a 1.1% advantage, while the Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB and Radeon 8060S are 2.7% and 2.8% behind respectively. These differences are minor and unlikely to produce meaningful FPS variations in Evolve.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p High settings, the combo averages 203 FPS. Moving to 1440p High reduces that to 136 FPS, a 33% drop. At 4K High, the average falls to 77 FPS, which is 62% below the 1080p result.

The scaling for Low settings is even more dramatic. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 283 FPS average. At 1440p Low, it drops to 224 FPS, a 21% reduction. At 4K Low, the average is 127 FPS, which is 55% lower than the 1080p figure. This pattern indicates that at lower settings, the CPU has more headroom, and the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

Medium settings show a similar trend: 258 FPS at 1080p, 173 FPS at 1440p, and 99 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is 43%, suggesting that the GPU's rendering load scales significantly with resolution. Ultra settings produce 140 FPS at 1080p, 94 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K.

The limiting component shifts depending on resolution and settings. At 1080p with Low settings, the 283 FPS result likely approaches the CPU's frame delivery limit. At 4K with Ultra settings, the 54 FPS average is clearly GPU-bound, as the RTX 4080 SUPER's pixel throughput becomes the constraint. The 4K Medium result of 99 FPS with a minimum of 84 FPS and maximum of 113 FPS shows some frame time variance, but the overall pattern is consistent with a GPU-limited scenario at high resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 327th out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the 91st percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly 91% of the combinations in the database.

The CPU itself sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 27896. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U with a nearly identical score of 27887 (0% deltaPct), the Intel Core i9-10900K at 27872 (0.1% behind), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 at 27932 (0.1% ahead). These differences are negligible, indicating the 5800X3D performs on par with these alternatives in general benchmarks.

The GPU is at the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 54209. The RTX 4080 SUPER's nearest rival is the standard RTX 4080 at 54247, which is 0.1% higher. This near-tie means users should not expect meaningful performance differences between the two GPU variants in Evolve.

The combo rank of 327 out of 3700 suggests that while both components are individually strong, the pairing is not necessarily the absolute best for this game. Other combinations of higher-end CPUs or GPUs may achieve better results, but this configuration still delivers excellent frame rates across all tested settings and resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It operates at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and boosts up to 4.50 GHz. The CPU is manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process and features a large 96 MB shared L3 cache, which is a key characteristic of the X3D variant.

In Evolve, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions where frame rates are high. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 283 FPS average, which requires strong per-core performance. The 5800X3D's 3dmark single-thread score of 884 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 indicate capable single-threaded performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 3234 further confirms this.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also relevant. While Evolve is primarily a GPU-bound game at higher resolutions, the 16 threads can handle background tasks and game logic without causing bottlenecks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and 3dmark max-threads score of 7285 show strong scaling from the 8-core configuration.

The 5800X3D's 96 MB L3 cache is substantially larger than typical processors, which can help with game data locality. However, the benchmark data does not isolate cache effects specifically for Evolve. The CPU's overall 80th percentile ranking and near-tie with rivals like the i9-10900K suggest it delivers competitive performance without being the absolute fastest option.

At 4K resolutions, the CPU's influence diminishes. The frame rate differences between 1440p and 4K at similar settings are primarily attributable to GPU workload. For example, at High settings, the drop from 136 FPS at 1440p to 77 FPS at 4K is a 43% reduction, which aligns with the GPU's rendering demands rather than CPU limitations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo covers four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) across three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160).

1920x1080:

• Low: 283 FPS average
• Medium: 258 FPS average, with minimum 219 and maximum 296
• High: 203 FPS average
• Ultra: 140 FPS average

At 1080p, the system is capable of exceeding 200 FPS on all settings except Ultra. The Medium preset shows a reasonable frame time distribution with a 77 FPS range between minimum and maximum. The jump from High to Ultra costs 63 FPS, indicating that Ultra settings impose a significant rendering load.

2560x1440:

• Low: 224 FPS average
• Medium: 173 FPS average, with minimum 147 and maximum 199
• High: 136 FPS average
• Ultra: 94 FPS average

At 1440p, all settings remain playable, with even Ultra settings maintaining a 94 FPS average. The Medium preset shows a 52 FPS spread between minimum and maximum, which is tighter than at 1080p. The drop from Low to High is 88 FPS, while High to Ultra costs 42 FPS.

3840x2160:

• Low: 127 FPS average
• Medium: 99 FPS average, with minimum 84 and maximum 113
• High: 77 FPS average
• Ultra: 54 FPS average

At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings still deliver 127 FPS average, which is above the 120 FPS threshold for high-refresh displays. Medium settings drop to 99 FPS, and High settings fall to 77 FPS. Ultra settings produce 54 FPS average, which may be borderline for smooth gameplay on some displays.

The data shows that this combo handles Evolve well at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, while 4K requires settings adjustments to maintain high frame rates. The Medium preset at 4K provides a good balance with 99 FPS average and a minimum of 84 FPS. For competitive play, the 1440p Low setting at 224 FPS or 1080p Low at 283 FPS would be optimal choices.