Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a playable experience in Evolve, but the data clearly shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the combination provides high frame rates that diminish sharply as resolution increases, with the RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM and Turing architecture being the limiting factors. This pairing ranks in the 2247th position out of 2872 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier for this title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable scaling pattern across the three tested resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 146 FPS, which drops to 98 FPS at 1440p and further to 56 FPS at 4K. This represents a 33% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and an additional 43% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern indicates that the RTX 2060 is the limiting component, as the Ryzen 7 9700F's processing power is more than sufficient to handle the game's physics and AI calculations at lower resolutions.

The High settings preset shows a similar trend but with lower absolute values. At 1080p High, the combo produces 89 FPS, which drops to 60 FPS at 1440p and 34 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 33%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 43%. This consistent scaling pattern across different settings presets confirms that the GPU workload is the dominant factor, as the resolution increase directly impacts the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth requirements.

Medium settings provide a middle ground, with 113 FPS at 1080p, 76 FPS at 1440p, and 43 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 33% and 43% respectively, matching the pattern seen in Low and High presets. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with 62 FPS at 1080p falling to 41 FPS at 1440p and just 23 FPS at 4K. The 34% drop from 1080p to 1440p and 44% drop from 1440p to 4K indicate that the Ultra preset pushes the GPU to its limits, especially at higher resolutions.

The data reveals that the CPU is not the bottleneck at any resolution. The Ryzen 7 9700F, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, provides ample processing headroom, as evidenced by the fact that the frame rate scales almost perfectly with the pixel count. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rate would plateau at higher resolutions rather than continuing to drop proportionally. The consistent scaling pattern across all four settings presets reinforces this conclusion, as the CPU workload remains constant regardless of GPU load.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the defining component in this pairing, and its specifications explain the observed performance characteristics. The GPU features 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration becomes a limiting factor at 4K resolutions, where the higher pixel count demands more texture data and frame buffer space. The measured results show that the GPU's memory bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K with higher settings.

The RTX 2060's clock speeds are 1365 MHz base and 1680 MHz boost, which are modest by modern standards. The boost clock of 1680 MHz is particularly relevant for Evolve, as the game's fast-paced action requires consistent frame delivery. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU can maintain stable performance at lower resolutions, but the 4K results with Ultra settings (23 FPS) indicate that the GPU's shading units and ROPs are overwhelmed by the workload.

The GPU's Turing architecture includes 1920 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 ROPs. These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 80.64 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 201.6 GTexel/s. In practical terms, these numbers mean the GPU can process a significant number of pixels and textures per second, but the 4K resolution demands more than what the GPU can deliver at high settings. The 6.451 TFLOPS FP32 performance is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but falls short at 4K with demanding settings.

The 6 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor in the 4K results. At 4K resolution, high-quality textures and anti-aliasing can quickly consume 6 GB of memory, leading to texture swapping and reduced performance. The measured results show that the 4K High preset achieves 34 FPS, while the 4K Low preset achieves 56 FPS. This 22 FPS difference highlights the impact of VRAM usage on performance, as the Low preset likely uses less memory-intensive textures and effects. The RTX 2060's position in the GPU hierarchy is confirmed by its percentileVsAllGpus score of 58, indicating it performs better than 58% of all GPUs.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Evolve?

A: The data shows that 1080p is the most suitable resolution, with all settings presets achieving playable frame rates. The Low preset delivers 146 FPS, Medium delivers 113 FPS, High delivers 89 FPS, and Ultra delivers 62 FPS. At 1440p, only the Low (98 FPS) and Medium (76 FPS) presets maintain smooth performance, while 4K is only playable at Low settings with 56 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9700F's processing power affect Evolve's performance?

A: The CPU's benchmarks show strong performance, with a passmark_multithread score of 36470 and a passmark_single_thread score of 4691. The CPU's percentileVsAllCpus score of 94 indicates it performs better than 94% of all CPUs. The measured FPS data confirms that the CPU is not the bottleneck, as frame rates scale proportionally with resolution changes.

Q: Is the RTX 2060 capable of running Evolve at 4K?

A: The data indicates that 4K gaming is only viable at Low settings, where the combo achieves 56 FPS. At Medium settings, the frame rate drops to 43 FPS, which is borderline playable. High settings produce 34 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 23 FPS, both of which are below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What settings preset provides the best balance of visual quality and performance?

A: At 1080p, the High preset delivers 89 FPS, offering a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. The Medium preset at 1440p achieves 76 FPS, which is also a viable option. For players prioritizing frame rate, the Low preset at 1080p provides 146 FPS.

Q: How does the combo's ranking compare to other tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 2247 out of 2872 tested combos, placing it in the 78th percentile of tested configurations. This indicates that while the combo is functional, it is not among the top performers for this game, with many other combinations achieving higher frame rates.

Q: Does the RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM limit performance in Evolve?

A: The measured data suggests that VRAM capacity is a factor at 4K resolutions, where the High preset achieves 34 FPS compared to 56 FPS at Low. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s is adequate for 1080p and 1440p but becomes a constraint at 4K with higher texture quality settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2247 out of 2872 tested combinations places it in the lower-middle tier for Evolve performance. This ranking reflects the RTX 2060's position in the GPU hierarchy, as the CPU is clearly not the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 9700F's nearest rivals in CPU benchmarks include the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, which has an avgScore of 69875 and a deltaPct of 0.2%, and the Intel Core i7-14700KF, which has an avgScore of 70163 and a deltaPct of -0.2%. These close scores indicate that the CPU's performance is competitive with other high-end processors.

The RTX 2060's nearest rivals in GPU benchmarks provide context for its performance. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 has an avgScore of 15283, which is essentially identical to the RTX 2060's avgBenchmarkScore of 15290, with a deltaPct of 0%. The AMD Radeon 680M has an avgScore of 15270 with a deltaPct of 0.1%, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has an avgScore of 15199 with a deltaPct of 0.6%. These closely matched scores indicate that the RTX 2060 is positioned in a competitive segment of the GPU market.

The GPU's percentileVsAllGpus score of 58 indicates that it performs better than 58% of all GPUs, but this places it in the lower half of the performance spectrum for modern games like Evolve. The CPU's percentileVsAllCpus score of 94 places it in the top 6% of processors, creating a significant performance disparity between the two components. This disparity is reflected in the measured FPS data, where the GPU's limitations become apparent at higher resolutions and settings.

The ranking also takes into account the game's specific requirements. Evolve is a fast-paced FPS that benefits from high frame rates, and the combo's performance at 1080p High (89 FPS) is adequate for most players. However, at 4K Ultra (23 FPS), the experience is not playable, which contributes to the lower ranking. The combo's performance is more competitive at lower resolutions, where the RTX 2060 can leverage the CPU's processing power.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset provides the best experience, delivering 89 FPS with good visual quality. The Medium preset at 1080p achieves 113 FPS, which is suitable for competitive play, while the Low preset provides 146 FPS for maximum responsiveness. The Ultra preset at 1080p produces 62 FPS, which is playable but may not be worth the performance cost.

For 1440p gaming, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, achieving 76 FPS with acceptable visual quality. The Low preset at 1440p provides 98 FPS, which is excellent for competitive gameplay, while the High preset delivers 60 FPS, which is the minimum for smooth play. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces 41 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for a fast-paced FPS.

At 4K resolution, the Low preset is the only viable option, delivering 56 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K achieves 43 FPS, which is borderline playable, but the High (34 FPS) and Ultra (23 FPS) presets are not recommended for a smooth experience. The data indicates that 4K gaming with this combo is limited to Low settings for a playable frame rate.

The Medium preset at 1440p provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, with 76 FPS and the only preset that includes min and max FPS data (65 min, 87 max). This consistency makes it a reliable choice for players who want smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, the Low preset (146 FPS) is the best choice to fully utilize the display's capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across all resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 146 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 113 FPS with a minimum of 96 and maximum of 130, the High preset achieves 89 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieves 62 FPS. These results show that the combo can handle 1080p gaming with ease, even at the highest settings.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops significantly. The Low preset achieves 98 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 76 FPS with a minimum of 65 and maximum of 87, the High preset achieves 60 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieves 41 FPS. The Medium preset's min and max values indicate that the frame rate remains stable, with only a 22 FPS difference between the minimum and maximum.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset achieves 56 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 43 FPS with a minimum of 37 and maximum of 50, the High preset achieves 34 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieves 23 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K shows a 13 FPS range between minimum and maximum, indicating some frame pacing issues at this resolution.

The data across all resolutions reveals a consistent pattern: the combo performs best at 1080p with any settings preset, and performance degrades predictably as resolution increases. The 4K results, in particular, highlight the RTX 2060's limitations, with only the Low preset providing a playable experience. The measured data is complete for all 12 combinations of resolution and settings, providing a thorough analysis of the combo's capabilities in Evolve.