Evolve

Evolve, a 2015 FPS built around asymmetric multiplayer, shows a pronounced GPU-bound profile in these benchmark results, with the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X providing ample headroom across all tested resolutions. The data indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is the primary determinant of frame rates, especially as resolution climbs, and the combination ranks in the 1749th position out of 2872 tested combos. The measured FPS reveals a system that delivers smooth 1080p gameplay at high settings, but requires careful settings adjustment for 4K, where the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus become limiting factors.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent with a GPU-limited scenario. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 103 FPS at 1920x1080 to 69 FPS at 2560x1440, then further to 39 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 32% reduction moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a 62% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The pattern is similar at other settings, with Low settings dropping from 169 FPS at 1080p to 113 FPS at 1440p and 64 FPS at 4K, and Medium settings falling from 131 FPS to 88 FPS and then 50 FPS. The scaling is not linear, suggesting that the RTX 5050’s memory bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s and its 128-bit bus width become increasingly stressed at higher pixel counts.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic collapse, with average FPS falling from 71 at 1080p to 48 at 1440p and just 27 at 4K. This 62% drop from 1080p to 4K at Ultra mirrors the High preset’s scaling, but the absolute numbers are much lower, indicating that the GPU’s shading units (2560) and texture units (80) are saturated at this quality level. The data suggests that the CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads based on Zen 5 architecture, is never the bottleneck in these tests. Even at 1080p Low, where the GPU workload is lightest, the 169 FPS average is more likely constrained by the GPU’s render output units (32) than by the Ryzen 7 9700X’s processing capability.

The gap between 1440p and 4K is consistent across all settings, with the RTX 5050 losing roughly 43-44% of its 1440p performance when moving to 4K. This consistent ratio reinforces that resolution scaling is purely a GPU function in this pairing. The CPU’s role is to feed the GPU efficiently, and the Ryzen 7 9700X’s high single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3dmark single-thread score of 1280 and a passmark single-thread score of 4654, ensures that frame pacing remains stable. There is no evidence in the measured rows of CPU-induced stuttering or frame dips, as the min FPS values at Medium settings (75 FPS at 1440p, 111 FPS at 1080p) are proportionally consistent with the averages.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a desktop processor from the 9000 series, built on TSMC’s 4 nm process with a die size of 70.6 mm² and 8,315 million transistors. Its 8 cores and 16 threads operate at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The L3 cache is 32 MB shared, and each core has 80 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 cache. Memory support is DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The CPU’s benchmark scores are strong, with a cinebench r23 multicore score of 20485 and a single-core score of 2211, placing it in the 86th percentile among all CPUs.

In Evolve, the CPU’s role is to manage game logic, AI, and physics, which in a 2015 title are unlikely to stress a modern 8-core processor. The benchmark results support this: the FPS scaling with resolution is smooth, and there is no indication that lower resolutions unlock higher frame rates beyond what the GPU can deliver. At 1080p Low, the 169 FPS average is the highest recorded, but this is still within the GPU’s capability envelope. The Ryzen 7 9700X’s passmark multithread score of 37161 and its 3dmark max-thread score of 9771 suggest that even the most demanding multi-threaded scenarios in Evolve would be handled with ease. The data shows that the CPU is not a limiting factor at any resolution or settings combo tested.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the Intel Core i9-14901E, AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Intel Core 5 211E, and AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, with avg scores of 37911, 37904, 37829, and 37804, respectively, all within 0.4% of the Ryzen 7 9700X’s avg score of 37943. This close grouping indicates that the CPU’s performance is competitive with other high-end processors, but in Evolve specifically, the game’s engine appears to be lightly threaded, meaning the CPU’s raw single-thread performance is what matters most. The 3dmark 2-thread score of 2525 and 4-thread score of 4869 are relevant here, as they show that even with few active threads, the CPU can deliver high throughput. The Ryzen 7 9700X’s boost clock of 5.50 GHz is particularly beneficial for games that rely on a few fast cores, and the measured FPS data confirms that this CPU provides no bottleneck.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU on TSMC’s 5 nm process, with a chip designated GB207 and 16,900 million transistors on a 149 mm² die. It features 2560 shading units, 80 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units, along with 20 ray tracing cores and 80 tensor cores. The base clock is 2317 MHz with a boost of 2572 MHz, and the memory runs at 2500 MHz (20 Gbps effective) across an 8 GB GDDR6 interface with a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The GPU’s FP32 throughput is 13.17 TFLOPS, with a pixel rate of 82.30 GPixel/s and texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s. It has a TDP of 130 W and uses a single 8-pin power connector with a suggested PSU of 300 W.

In Evolve, the RTX 5050’s performance is solid at 1080p but deteriorates quickly at higher resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM is likely a contributing factor at 4K, especially at Ultra settings where the average FPS drops to 27. The GPU’s memory bus width of 128 bits is narrow for a 4K workload, and the 320.0 GB/s bandwidth may struggle to feed the shading units efficiently. The GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs is 66%, with an avg benchmark score of 21035, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (deltaPct -0.6%), AMD Radeon HD 8970M (deltaPct -1%), AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (deltaPct 1.6%), and NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile (deltaPct -1.6%). These rivals have similar synthetic scores, but the RTX 5050’s modern architecture may give it an edge in newer games; however, Evolve is from 2015, so the game’s engine is likely optimized for older hardware.

The GPU’s measured performance in Evolve shows that it can handle 1080p High at 103 FPS, which is smooth for a fast-paced FPS. At 1440p High, the 69 FPS average is playable, but at 4K High, the 39 FPS average is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Low preset at 4K yields 64 FPS, which is marginal, but the Medium preset at 4K produces 50 FPS with a min of 42 and max of 57. The data indicates that the RTX 5050 is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring significant settings compromises. The GPU’s 32 ROPS are a potential bottleneck at 4K, as pixel fill rate becomes critical at that resolution, and the 82.30 GPixel/s pixel rate may be insufficient for Ultra settings. The texture rate of 205.8 GTexel/s is more than adequate for most scenes, but the combination of high resolution and high settings overwhelms the GPU’s memory subsystem.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5050 delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 169 FPS, Medium yields 131 FPS with a min of 111 and max of 150, High achieves 103 FPS, and Ultra drops to 71 FPS. These numbers show that the GPU has enough headroom at 1080p to run High settings comfortably above 100 FPS, and even Ultra remains playable above 60 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 98 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset imposes a significant load on the GPU, likely due to increased shading and texture work.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS drops across the board. Low settings produce 113 FPS, Medium averages 88 FPS with a min of 75 and max of 101, High averages 69 FPS, and Ultra averages 48 FPS. The 1440p results show that the GPU is still capable of delivering high frame rates at Low and Medium, but High settings fall below 70 FPS, and Ultra drops below 50 FPS. The min FPS at Medium (75) is still respectable, suggesting that frame pacing remains consistent. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a 33% reduction at Low (169 to 113), a 33% reduction at Medium (131 to 88), a 33% reduction at High (103 to 69), and a 32% reduction at Ultra (71 to 48). This uniform scaling indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor, with no CPU interference.

At 3840x2160, the GPU’s limitations become apparent. Low settings average 64 FPS, Medium averages 50 FPS with a min of 42 and max of 57, High averages 39 FPS, and Ultra averages 27 FPS. The 4K results show that only Low settings achieve a playable frame rate above 60 FPS, and even then, it is marginal. Medium is borderline playable for some users, but High and Ultra are not suitable for competitive FPS play. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a 43% reduction at Low (113 to 64), a 43% reduction at Medium (88 to 50), a 43% reduction at High (69 to 39), and a 44% reduction at Ultra (48 to 27). This consistent reduction further confirms that the GPU is the sole bottleneck, as the CPU’s performance is unaffected by resolution changes.

The data also shows that the Ultra preset is the most demanding, with a 62% drop from 1080p to 4K, compared to the 62% drop for High, 62% for Medium, and 62% for Low. This suggests that the Ultra preset’s additional graphical features (e.g., higher shadow quality, more dynamic lighting) place a disproportionate load on the GPU’s memory bandwidth and pixel fill rate. The min FPS values at Medium settings (111 at 1080p, 75 at 1440p, 42 at 4K) provide a useful reference for worst-case scenarios, and they show that the GPU can maintain frame rates close to the average, indicating stable performance without major dips.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 1749th out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This ranking reflects the GPU’s mid-range positioning, as the CPU is among the top tiers. The CPU’s percentile rank of 86 among all CPUs is high, but the GPU’s percentile rank of 66 is lower, and the overall combo ranking is dragged by the GPU. The data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this pairing, and that a more powerful GPU would likely improve the combo’s ranking significantly.

Comparatively, the RTX 5050’s nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (deltaPct -0.6%), AMD Radeon HD 8970M (deltaPct -1%), AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (deltaPct 1.6%), and NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile (deltaPct -1.6%). These GPUs have similar average benchmark scores, but their real-world performance in Evolve may vary. The RTX 5050’s 8 GB VRAM is a potential advantage over older GPUs like the HD 8970M, but its 128-bit bus could be a disadvantage at high resolutions. The combo’s rank of 1749 suggests that there are many other combinations that perform better in this game, likely due to more powerful GPUs.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the Intel Core i9-14901E (deltaPct 0.1%), AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (deltaPct 0.1%), Intel Core 5 211E (deltaPct 0.3%), and AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 (deltaPct 0.4%). These CPUs have nearly identical average scores, so the choice of CPU is unlikely to materially affect Evolve’s performance, as the game is GPU-bound. The measured FPS data shows that the Ryzen 7 9700X provides more than enough processing power, and any of these rival CPUs would likely produce similar frame rates when paired with the RTX 5050. The combo’s rank is thus primarily determined by the GPU’s capabilities, and the data supports this conclusion.

The rank of 1749 out of 2872 means that roughly 60% of tested combos outperform this pairing in Evolve. This is not surprising given the RTX 5050’s mid-range status, but the CPU’s high performance ensures that the combo is not held back by processor limitations. The data suggests that users with this combo should focus on GPU settings to optimize performance, as the CPU is fully capable of handling the game’s demands. The ranking also implies that upgrading the GPU would be the most effective way to improve performance in Evolve, while keeping the Ryzen 7 9700X.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and frame rate. At 1920x1080, the High preset (103 FPS) is the best choice for most users, as it provides a smooth experience well above 60 FPS while maintaining good visual quality. The Ultra preset (71 FPS) is also viable for users who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, but the 32 FPS difference between High and Ultra may not justify the visual improvement for competitive play. The Medium preset (131 FPS) is a good option for users with 144 Hz or higher refresh rate monitors, as it pushes frame rates above 130 FPS. The Low preset (169 FPS) is unnecessary unless the user is aiming for the highest possible frame rates in esports scenarios, but it sacrifices visual quality for minimal gain.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset (88 FPS) is the recommended choice, as it balances visual quality and performance, with a min FPS of 75 ensuring smooth gameplay. The High preset (69 FPS) is acceptable for users who prefer better visuals and can tolerate frame rates in the 60-70 range, but it is close to the 60 FPS threshold, which may lead to occasional dips on demanding scenes. The Low preset (113 FPS) is ideal for high refresh rate monitors at 1440p, as it exceeds 100 FPS, but it reduces visual fidelity. The Ultra preset (48 FPS) is not recommended for 1440p, as it falls below 60 FPS and may feel sluggish in a fast-paced FPS like Evolve.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset (64 FPS) is the only setting that achieves an average frame rate above 60 FPS, making it the default recommendation for 4K play. The Medium preset (50 FPS) is playable for users who are willing to accept frame rates in the 40-50 range, but it may not be suitable for competitive play. The High preset (39 FPS) and Ultra preset (27 FPS) are not recommended for 4K, as they fall well below the 60 FPS target and will result in a stuttery experience. Users who prioritize 4K should consider lowering the resolution to 1440p or adjusting specific in-game settings (e.g., shadow quality, anti-aliasing) to improve performance, though the data does not provide per-setting granularity.

Overall, the best experience for this combo is at 1080p High, which delivers 103 FPS, or at 1440p Medium, which delivers 88 FPS. For users with 4K displays, the Low preset is the only viable option, but it sacrifices visual quality significantly. The data shows that the RTX 5050 is not well-suited for 4K gaming, and users should aim for 1080p or 1440p to get the most out of this pairing. The Ryzen 7 9700X’s high performance ensures that the CPU will not be a limitation at any of these settings, allowing the GPU to be the sole determinant of frame rates.