Evolve

# Evolve with AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 delivers a mid-range gaming experience in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title that remains demanding at higher settings. This combination ranks 1749th out of 2872 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. The measured frame rates show a system that can handle 1080p and 1440p gaming comfortably, but struggles at 4K with maximum settings. The data indicates a CPU with strong multi-threaded capabilities and a GPU that becomes the primary constraint as resolution and settings scale upward.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 5000 series, built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It operates at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and boosts to 4.50 GHz, with a 105 W TDP. The CPU features a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is critical for gaming workloads that benefit from large, fast-access memory pools. The processor uses the AMD Socket AM4 platform and supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration, delivering 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. It is manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with 8,850 million transistors on a 74 mm² die.

In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU demonstrates balanced performance across thread counts. The 3DMark scores show a progression from 884 in single-thread to 7299 in 16-thread tests, indicating strong scaling with core utilization. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and single-core score of 1452 reveal that while multi-threaded performance is robust, single-thread performance is adequate but not exceptional. Geekbench results echo this pattern, with a multi-core score of 11765 and a single-core score of 2017. PassMark tests further characterize the CPU: floating point math scores 50100, integer math reaches 88608, and data compression hits 329688, showing strong computational throughput.

The CPU's percentile ranking against all processors is 80th, placing it in the top fifth of all CPUs tested. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U with a score of 27887 and a delta of 0%, the Intel Core i9-10900K at 27872 with a 0.1% delta, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 at 27932 with a -0.1% delta, and the Intel Core i5-12600KF at 27799 with a 0.3% delta. These tight deltas, all within 0.3%, indicate that the 5800X3D sits in a performance band where small differences separate it from comparable processors.

For Evolve, the CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads provide ample processing power for the game's physics and AI workloads. The 96 MB L3 cache is particularly beneficial for games that frequently access the same data sets, reducing memory latency and improving frame consistency. The 3.40 GHz base clock and 4.50 GHz boost clock ensure that even single-threaded game logic runs smoothly. At 1080p Low settings, where the GPU is less burdened, the CPU's capabilities allow the system to reach 169 FPS, suggesting that the processor is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. The benchmark data shows that CPU-bound scenarios, such as low-resolution and low-settings gameplay, benefit from the strong multi-threaded design of this chip.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU based on the GB207 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC with 16,900 million transistors on a 149 mm² die. It operates with a base clock of 2317 MHz and a boost clock of 2572 MHz, with memory running at 2500 MHz (20 Gbps effective). The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. It has 2560 shading units, 80 texture mapping units, 32 raster output units, 20 ray tracing cores, and 80 tensor cores. The pixel rate is 82.30 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 205.8 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance at 13.17 TFLOPS.

In GPU benchmarks, the RTX 5050 shows mixed results across different APIs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2502, while Geekbench OpenCL scores 90334 and Vulkan scores 89381. PassMark tests reveal interesting variations: DirectX 9 scores 186, DirectX 10 scores 103, DirectX 11 scores 150, and DirectX 12 scores 66. The G3D score is 17326, and GPU compute reaches 9184. These scores indicate that the GPU performs better in older DirectX versions, which is relevant for Evolve given its 2015 release date and the API era it belongs to.

The GPU's percentile ranking is 66th, placing it in the upper two-thirds of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL with a score of 21153 and a -0.6% delta, the AMD Radeon HD 8970M at 21237 with a -1% delta, the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT at 20713 with a 1.6% delta, and the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile at 21379 with a -1.6% delta. These deltas range from -1.6% to 1.6%, showing that the RTX 5050 is closely matched with these older or mobile-oriented GPUs in average benchmark performance.

For Evolve, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where texture loads are manageable. The 320.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 128-bit bus provide adequate data throughput for most in-game scenarios. The boost clock of 2572 MHz ensures that the GPU can maintain high performance under load. However, the relatively low FP32 throughput of 13.17 TFLOPS becomes a limiting factor at higher resolutions and settings. The benchmark data shows that at 4K Ultra, the system drops to 27 FPS, while at 1080p Low it reaches 169 FPS, indicating that the GPU is the primary constraint in demanding configurations. The GPU's performance in DirectX 11, scoring 150 in PassMark, is particularly relevant for Evolve, which launched in the DirectX 11 era.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination ranks 1749th out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve, placing it at approximately the 61st percentile of all tested systems. This rank reflects the balance between the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance and the GPU's mid-range capabilities. The data shows that this combo sits in the lower-middle portion of the rankings, meaning that a significant number of other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher frame rates in this game.

The ranking suggests that while the CPU is capable of driving higher performance, the GPU holds the combo back from reaching higher positions. The CPU's 80th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 66th percentile ranking creates a mismatch where the processor has more headroom than the graphics card can utilize. In Evolve, this imbalance manifests in scenarios where the GPU becomes the bottleneck, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 169 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 27 FPS, showing that the GPU's limitations dominate the experience as graphical demands increase.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing offers a playable experience at 1080p across all settings, with frame rates ranging from 71 FPS at Ultra to 169 FPS at Low. At 1440p, the combo remains playable with 48 FPS at Ultra and 113 FPS at Low. However, at 4K, only Low settings (64 FPS) and Medium settings (50 FPS) provide playable frame rates, while High (39 FPS) and Ultra (27 FPS) fall below the 40 FPS threshold that many players consider minimum for smooth gameplay. The rank of 1749 reflects this overall performance profile, where the combo can handle most gaming scenarios but struggles with the most demanding configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 169 FPS, Medium settings average 131 FPS with a minimum of 111 FPS and maximum of 150 FPS, High settings average 103 FPS, and Ultra settings average 71 FPS. The frame rate progression from Low to Ultra shows a clear scaling pattern, with each settings tier reducing performance significantly. The gap between Low and Ultra is 98 FPS, representing a 58% drop in performance when maximizing graphical quality.

At 2560x1440, frame rates decrease across all settings compared to 1080p. Low settings average 113 FPS, Medium settings average 88 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS and maximum of 101 FPS, High settings average 69 FPS, and Ultra settings average 48 FPS. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p is substantial, with Low settings dropping from 169 to 113 FPS, a 33% decrease. Ultra settings drop from 71 to 48 FPS, a 32% decrease. The minimum frame rates for Medium settings at 1440p (75 FPS) indicate that even in demanding scenes, the combo maintains playable performance.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles with higher settings. Low settings average 64 FPS, Medium settings average 50 FPS with a minimum of 42 FPS and maximum of 57 FPS, High settings average 39 FPS, and Ultra settings average 27 FPS. The drop from 1440p to 4K is severe, with Low settings falling from 113 to 64 FPS, a 43% decrease, and Ultra settings falling from 48 to 27 FPS, a 44% decrease. At 4K, only Low and Medium settings provide frame rates above 50 FPS, while High and Ultra fall below the 40 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The minimum frame rate of 42 FPS at Medium settings shows that even this configuration can experience dips below the average.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The resolution scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound performance. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 169 FPS at 1080p to 113 FPS at 1440p to 64 FPS at 4K, representing a 33% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 43% drop from 1440p to 4K. At Ultra settings, the frame rate drops from 71 FPS at 1080p to 48 FPS at 1440p to 27 FPS at 4K, showing a 32% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% drop from 1440p to 4K. The consistency of these percentage drops across settings indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the CPU's performance remains constant regardless of resolution.

The scaling pattern shows that the RTX 5050's capabilities are exhausted as pixel count increases. The 8 GB VRAM and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth become strained at 4K, particularly with higher settings that demand more memory and bandwidth. The frame rate reduction from 1080p to 1440p is less severe than from 1440p to 4K, suggesting that the GPU can handle moderate resolution increases but struggles with the jump to 4K. This is typical for a GPU with 8 GB of VRAM and a 128-bit memory bus, as higher resolutions require exponentially more memory bandwidth and fill rate.

The CPU's role in this scaling is minimal, as its performance does not change with resolution. The 5800X3D's strong multi-threaded capabilities and large L3 cache ensure that the CPU does not bottleneck the system at any resolution. The data shows that even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would be most likely to limit performance, the combo reaches 169 FPS, indicating that the processor has additional headroom. The limiting component in this system is clearly the GPU, which cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K or at high settings due to its memory bandwidth and compute limitations.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured frame rates, the Medium settings preset provides the best balance of visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium settings deliver 131 FPS with a minimum of 111 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. At 1440p, Medium settings produce 88 FPS with a minimum of 75 FPS, maintaining playability with good visual fidelity. At 4K, Medium settings achieve 50 FPS with a minimum of 42 FPS, which is playable but with occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

For players prioritizing frame rate over visual quality, Low settings offer the highest performance at every resolution. At 1080p, Low settings reach 169 FPS, providing an exceptionally smooth experience for competitive play. At 1440p, Low settings deliver 113 FPS, still well above the 60 FPS threshold. At 4K, Low settings achieve 64 FPS, making it the only settings tier that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS at this resolution. The trade-off is reduced visual fidelity, but for a fast-paced FPS like Evolve, the higher frame rates can improve responsiveness.

High settings offer a middle ground, with 103 FPS at 1080p, 69 FPS at 1440p, and 39 FPS at 4K. The 4K performance falls below the playable threshold, so High settings are only recommended for 1080p and 1440p gaming. Ultra settings provide the best visual quality but require significant performance sacrifices, with 71 FPS at 1080p, 48 FPS at 1440p, and 27 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra experience is not recommended, as the frame rate falls well below playable levels. For 1080p and 1440p, Ultra settings offer playable performance, but the visual improvements over High settings may not justify the frame rate reduction.

The recommended configuration is Medium settings at 1080p or 1440p, as it provides a good balance of visual quality and performance. For 4K gaming, Low settings are the only viable option for maintaining smooth gameplay. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with Medium settings providing an optimal experience that balances the CPU's capabilities with the GPU's limitations.