Evolve

Evolve, a 2015 FPS title, presents an interesting case study for the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, yet capable of exceptionally high frame rates at 1080p. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and settings, interprets what the scores imply about the hardware, and provides clear recommendations based on the benchmark results.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates reveal a classic resolution scaling curve, with performance dropping significantly as pixel count increases. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 177 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, the average falls to 119 FPS, a reduction of 58 FPS or roughly 33%. The jump to 3840x2160 sees a further decline to 68 FPS, which is a 51 FPS drop from the 1440p result and a 109 FPS drop from the 1080p figure. This pattern indicates that the rendering load is scaling almost linearly with the number of pixels, a hallmark of a system limited by the graphics processor rather than the central processor.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a 32.8% decrease in frame rate, while the scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a 42.9% decrease. This steeper drop at 4K suggests that the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of VRAM and 504.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth are being taxed heavily, and the GPU's compute units are reaching their saturation point. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 292 FPS, but at 4K Low it still manages 111 FPSikuha, highlighting that even at the lowest settings, the resolution increase demands significantly more from the graphics card.

The data strongly implies that the limiting component across all tested resolutions is the GPU. The CPU, with its high single-thread performance, is not the bottleneck in this scenario. The evidence is in the frame rate deltas: if the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rates would not scale so dramatically with resolution. Instead, the consistent and substantial drops as resolution increases point directly to the graphics pipeline as the primary constraint, with the GPU's rendering capabilities and memory subsystem being the defining factors for this title.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores are notably strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32172 and a single-core score of 2253. The Geekbench single-core score of 3010 further emphasizes its capability in lightly-threaded tasks, which is crucial for many game engines. The processor's percentile rank of 92 among all CPUs indicates it is in the top tier of performance.

In the context of Evolve, the CPU's role appears to be more than adequate, as the frame rates at 1080p and even 1440p are high enough that the CPU is not seen as a limiting factor. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1286 and the 2-thread score of 2519 suggest that the processor can handle the game's logical thread scheduling without issue. The fact that the frame rate at 1080p Low (292 FPS) is more than double the frame rate at 4K High (68 FPS) shows that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU far more data than the GPU can process at higher resolutions.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 9 9900X's average benchmark score of 57498 is essentially on par with the AMD EPYC 9015 (57555, delta -0.1%), the AMD EPYC 7313 (57399, delta 0.2%), and the Intel Core i9-14900 (58115, delta -1.1%). This near-identical performance in synthetic benchmarks suggests that for a game like Evolve, which is not heavily multi-threaded, the Ryzen 9 9900X's architecture and clock speed provide a robust foundation. The high L3 cache of 64 MB and low process node of 4 nm likely contribute to its efficiency in gaming workloads, preventing any CPU-side stalls that could reduce the measured FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, with its AD104 chip and Ada Lovelace architecture, is the clear driver of performance in this analysis. It features 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz and memory clock of 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) contribute to its throughput. The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s, which is a critical resource for handling the textures and geometry at higher resolutions. The GPU's percentile rank of 83 among all GPUs places it in the upper echelon of graphics cards.

The GPU's benchmark scores, such as the Passmark G3D score of 29995 and the Geekbench Vulkan score of 205624, indicate strong raw compute performance. However, the measured FPS in Evolve shows how this translates to real-world gaming. The significant frame rate differences between settings at the same resolution underscore the GPU's workload. For instance, at 3840x2160, the difference between Low (111 FPS) and Ultra (47 FPS) is 64 FPS, demonstrating that the Ultra preset's effects, such as advanced shadows and post-processing, are highly demanding on the GPU's shading units and memory bandwidth.

The GPU's memory configuration appears to be a point of interest. With 12 GB of VRAM, it is likely sufficient for Evolve's texture requirements, but the bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is a potential bottleneck at 4K. The data shows that at 4K Medium, the average FPS is 86 with a minimum of 73 FPS, while at 4K High it drops to 68 FPS. This suggests that as the settings increase, the GPU's compute units are fully utilized, and the memory bus's capacity to feed them becomes the limiting factor. The RTX 4070 SUPER's position against its nearest rivals, including the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (delta -0.1%) and the RTX 4090 Mobile (delta -1%), shows that its average benchmark score is similar, but its gaming performance is tailored to high-refresh-rate 1440p and capable 4K play.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers an average of 226 FPS with a minimum of 192 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. The High preset at 1080p yields 177 FPS, still very smooth, while the Ultra preset provides 123 FPS, which is also playable. For competitive play, the Low preset at 1080p offers an extreme 292 FPS, but this sacrifices visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, providing an average of 152 FPS with a minimum of 129 FPS. This offers a great balance between visual quality and performance, comfortably exceeding the 144 FPS threshold for many high-refresh-rate 1440p displays. The High preset at 1440p (119 FPS) is still acceptable, but the Ultra preset (82 FPS) may be less desirable for those seeking consistently high frame rates)Skip. The Low preset at 1440p (196 FPS) is overkill and likely not needed unless targeting the highest refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more constrained. The Medium preset provides an average of 86 FPS with a minimum of 73 FPS, which is the best balance for 4K gaming on this hardware. The High preset (68 FPS) is playable but may dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes, while the Ultra preset (47 FPS) is not recommended for a smooth experience. The Low preset (111 FPS) is technically the highest frame rate at 4K, but it undermines the purpose of the resolution. Therefore, for the best experience, the data suggests using Medium settings at 1440p or 4K, and High settings at 1080p.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Evolve, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER holds a rank of 616 out of 3700 tested combinations. This places it in the top 16.6% of all systems tested, which is a strong showing. The rank is a holistic measure of performance across the resolution and settings matrix, and the high position is indicative of the system's overall capability.

The combo's rank is likely buoyed by its exceptional performance at 1080p and 1440p, where it achieves frame rates that many other systems cannot match. The high CPU benchmark scores, such as the Passmark multithread score of 54643, ensure that there are no CPU-induced stutters, while the GPU's strong compute performance allows for high settings at these resolutions. The system's performance at 4K is less dominant, which likely prevents it from ranking higher. However, given that the RTX 4070 SUPER is not a flagship 4K card, its ability to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Medium (86 FPS) reflects its efficiency. The rank of 616 suggests that while there are more powerful systems, this combo represents a well-balanced configuration that excels in high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average frame rates measured for each resolution and settings combination. For the Medium preset, the minimum and maximum FPS were also recorded.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|------------|----------|---------|---------|---------|

| 3840x2160 | High | 68 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 111 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 86 | 73 | 99 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 47 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | High | 119 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 196 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 152 | 129 | 174 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 82 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | High | 177 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 292 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 226 | 192 | 260 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 123 | - | - |

The data shows a clear hierarchy: at each resolution, the Low preset yields the highest frame rate, followed by Medium, then High, and finally Ultra. The Medium preset's minimum FPS values, such as 73 FPS at 4K and 129 FPS at 1440p, indicate that it provides a stable experience without major dips. The maximum FPS values for Medium, such as 260 FPS at 1080p, show the headroom available in less demanding scenes.

FAQ

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X a bottleneck for the RTX 4070 SUPER in Evolve?

A: The data suggests no. At 1080p, the system achieves 292 FPS on Low settingsaine, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU far beyond what the GPU can render at higher resolutions. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (Geekbench single-core score of 3010) and high boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensure it is not the limiting factor.

Q: What is the best settings preset for a 1440p monitor?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 offers an average of 152 FPS with a minimum of 129 FPS, making it the recommended choice for a smooth high-refresh-rate experience. The High preset (119 FPS) is also viable, but Medium provides a more consistent frame rate floor.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Evolve?

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160, the Medium preset delivers an average of 86 FPS, which is playable. The High preset (68 FPS) is also acceptable, but the Ultra preset (47 FPS) falls below the 60 FPS threshold and is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER's VRAM affect performance?

A: The 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth appears sufficient for Evolve. The frame rate drops from 1440p to 4K indicate that the GPU's compute and memory bandwidth are being fully utilized, but there is no evidence of VRAM capacity limiting performance at these settings.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the High preset produces an average of 177 FPS, while the Ultra preset produces 123 FPS. This is a 54 FPS difference, showing that the Ultra preset's additional visual effects are significantly more demanding on the GPU.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to others in the database?

A: This combo ranks 616th out of 3700 tested combinations for Evolve. This places it in the top 16.6% of all tested systems, indicating strong overall performance, particularly at 1080p and 1440p resolutions.