Evolve

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination delivers a versatile 1080p and 1440p experience in Evolve, with 4K reserved for lower presets. The combo ranks in the 48th percentile of all tested configurations, indicating a mid-pack standing that is defined by a high-end CPU paired with a mid-range GPU. Benchmark results show the pairing is capable of exceeding 100 FPS at 1440p on Medium settings, while 4K gaming requires dropping to Low settings to achieve a playable frame rate.

FAQ

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

A: Based on measured FPS data, 2560x1440 offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance. At this resolution, the combo achieves 129 FPS on Low settings and 78 FPS on High settings, making it the highest resolution where all settings presets remain playable above 54 FPS.

Q: How does this combo perform at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, performance drops significantly. The combo averages 73 FPS on Low settings, 57 FPS on Medium settings, 45 FPS on High settings, and only 31 FPS on Ultra settings. The Medium preset shows a minimum FPS of 48, indicating that 4K gaming is only smooth on Low settings.

Q: What is the highest settings preset that maintains an average FPS above 60 at 1440p?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 78 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, so High is the highest quality setting that stays comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this configuration?

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary constraint. The CPU has a high average benchmark score of 51947 and ranks in the 91st percentile, while the GPU has an average score of 27425 and ranks in the 72nd percentile. This performance gap suggests the RX 6700 XT will be the bottleneck in most gaming scenarios.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This specific combination of CPU and GPU ranks 1935 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places it in the 48th percentile, meaning roughly half of all tested combinations performed better and half performed worse in this specific game.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 192 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers 81 FPS. This represents a 111 FPS difference, showing that the Ultra preset nearly halves the performance compared to Low settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is the defining component for frame rates in Evolve, as its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game’s textures at 1440p, but the 4K Ultra settings are likely exceeding its capacity, resulting in the low 31 FPS average. The GPU’s boost clock of 2581 MHz and game clock of 2424 MHz are the primary drivers of the measured performance, and the data shows that scaling resolution from 1080p to 4K has a dramatic impact on the average FPS.

The Radeon RX 6700 XT’s performance relative to its nearest rivals is tightly clustered. Its average benchmark score of 27425 is essentially identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, which scores 27435 with a deltaPct of 0. It sits 0.5% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 and 1.5% behind the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20, but is 1.1% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell. This means the GPU is a solid mid-range performer that is competitive with, but not superior to, several high-end mobile and workstation parts. In Evolve, this translates to strong 1080p performance and acceptable 1440p performance, but the GPU’s limits are clearly exposed at 4K Ultra, where the 31 FPS average is the lowest recorded across all tested settings.

The GPU’s 64 ROPs and 2560 shading units handle the rendering load, but the 40 ray accelerators are not a factor in this game’s benchmark data. The measured FPS shows that the GPU’s performance scales predictably with settings, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the only configuration that falls below 45 FPS. The GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking versus all GPUs indicates it is a better-than-average part, and its benchmark scores in DirectX 11 (173) and DirectX 12 (77) suggest it is well-suited for modern APIs, though Evolve’s engine performance is ultimately dictated by the raw fill rate and shader throughput. The data confirms that the RX 6700 XT provides a capable foundation for this title, but users should not expect high-refresh-rate 4K gaming.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X provides an enormous amount of processing headroom that is not fully utilized in Evolve. With 16 cores and 32 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, this CPU has a multi-core benchmark score of 26017 in Cinebench R23 and a single-core score of 1614. These numbers are far beyond what a game like Evolve requires, and the CPU’s 91st percentile ranking versus all CPUs confirms it is a top-tier processor. The boost clock of 4.90 GHz is the key specification for gaming, as it ensures that the CPU is never the limiting factor at any resolution.

The CPU’s performance relative to its nearest rivals shows it is competitive with modern high-end parts. Its average benchmark score of 51947 is 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-13900F, which scores 51730. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX by 0.2%, the AMD EPYC 8124P by 0.3%, and the Intel Core i7-14700 by 0.7%. This tight grouping means the 5950X is not a performance outlier, but it is a mature and stable platform that pairs well with the RX 6700 XT. The 64 MB of L3 cache is another advantage, as it can help reduce memory latency in games, though the measured FPS data suggests this has a minimal impact on Evolve’s performance.

In this specific benchmark, the CPU’s role is to provide consistent frame pacing, which is evident from the minimum FPS values recorded on Medium settings. At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 127, and at 2560x1440 Medium, the minimum FPS is 85. These figures indicate that the CPU is capable of maintaining a stable frame rate without significant drops, which is critical for a multiplayer FPS experience. The CPU’s 105 W TDP is a modest requirement for the performance it delivers, and the dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth is sufficient to feed the GPU’s demands. The data shows that the Ryzen 9 5950X is a powerful companion that will not hold back the RX 6700 XT in Evolve.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ranks 1935 out of 3700 tested combos for Evolve. This places the configuration in the 48th percentile, meaning it is a below-average performer when compared to all other CPU and GPU pairings. This ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU, as the CPU is a top-tier part that ranks in the 91st percentile, while the GPU ranks in the 72nd percentile. The pairing of a high-end CPU with a mid-range GPU is a common configuration, and the data shows that it yields a mid-pack result in this game.

The ranking suggests that while the combo is not the fastest, it is far from the slowest. The 1935 rank out of 3700 means there are 1765 combinations that perform worse and 1934 that perform better. This is a competitive position, but it indicates that users looking for top-tier performance would need a more powerful GPU. The measured FPS data supports this interpretation, as the combo delivers 192 FPS at 1080p Low, which is excellent, but the 4K Ultra performance of 31 FPS is a clear weakness. The combo’s rank is a reflection of its balanced but not exceptional performance across all resolutions and settings.

The deltaPct values for the CPU’s nearest rivals show that the 5950X is not a significant performance outlier, which means the ranking is primarily determined by the GPU. The RX 6700 XT’s nearest rivals, such as the RTX 4070 Mobile and RTX 3090, are all within 1.5% of its average benchmark score, which means the GPU is a known quantity. In the context of Evolve, this combo’s 48th percentile rank is a fair assessment of its capabilities. It is a solid mid-range gaming machine, but not a top-tier one. The data shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can achieve high frame rates, rather than 4K gaming, where it struggles on higher presets.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data indicates that the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players with a 1080p display, the Medium preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 149 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS. This provides a smooth and responsive experience that is ideal for a fast-paced FPS. The High preset at 1080p also performs well with 117 FPS, but the Medium preset offers a higher frame rate with only a minor reduction in visual quality, making it the better value in terms of performance per frame. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 81 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant performance hit for marginal visual gains.

At 1440p, the High preset is the recommended setting, as it achieves an average of 78 FPS. This is the highest quality setting that maintains a frame rate above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p delivers 100 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, but the High preset offers a better visual experience. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may result in noticeable stuttering. The Low preset at 1440p delivers 129 FPS, but it sacrifices too much visual fidelity for most users. For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only viable option, as it delivers 73 FPS, while the Medium preset drops to 57 FPS and the High preset falls to 45 FPS.

The data shows that the Medium preset at 1440p provides the best balance of performance and visual quality, with 100 FPS average and a minimum of 85 FPS. This configuration is recommended for players who want a high frame rate without sacrificing too much detail. For players who prefer maximum visual fidelity, the High preset at 1440p is the best choice, as it remains above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset should be avoided at all resolutions except for players who prioritize visuals over performance and are willing to accept frame rates below 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. The Low preset achieves an average of 192 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 149 FPS with a minimum of 127 FPS and a maximum of 171 FPS, the High preset achieves 117 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieves 81 FPS. This shows a clear progression where each step up in settings reduces the average FPS by roughly 25-30%, with the Ultra preset being the most demanding.

At 2560x1440, performance scales down as expected. The Low preset delivers an average of 129 FPS, the Medium preset delivers 100 FPS with a minimum of 85 FPS and a maximum of 115 FPS, the High preset delivers 78 FPS, and the Ultra preset delivers 54 FPS. The Medium preset is the only one that provides a minimum FPS above the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that it is the most stable option at this resolution. The High preset’s 78 FPS average is still playable, but the lack of a recorded minimum FPS suggests that it may experience occasional drops.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset achieves an average of 73 FPS, the Medium preset achieves 57 FPS with a minimum of 48 FPS and a maximum of 65 FPS, the High preset achieves 45 FPS, and the Ultra preset achieves 31 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum FPS of 48 is below the 60 FPS threshold, making it a risky choice for competitive play. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for 4K gaming, as their frame rates are too low for a smooth experience. The data shows a consistent pattern where the combo’s performance is strong at 1080p, good at 1440p, and marginal at 4K, with the Ultra preset at 4K being the worst-performing configuration tested.