Evolve

The Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a fascinating performance profile in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The measured data reveals a system that is heavily influenced by resolution and settings, with the GPU taking on a dominant role as pixel count increases, while the CPU's strong single-threaded performance keeps frame rates high at lower resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all tested configurations, interprets the CPU and GPU specifications, and provides clear recommendations based on the data.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drops from 1080p to 4K are steep and clearly illustrate the shifting bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 198.8 FPS, but this plummets to 77.1 FPS at 4K Low, a reduction of 61.2%. This dramatic scaling suggests that at lower resolutions and settings, the system is not fully GPU-bound; the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are capable of feeding frames at a high rate, but the GPU quickly becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. The pattern is consistent across all settings, with the 4K Ultra result of 31.5 FPS representing a mere 15.8% of the 1080p Low score.

The data implies that the RX 6750 XT's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for the game's data demands, but the raw compute power at 4K is insufficient to maintain high frame rates. The transition from 1440p to 4K is particularly punishing; for example, High settings drop from 82.5 FPS to 49.3 FPS, a 40.2% decline. This confirms that Evolve at 4K is a primarily GPU-limited scenario, where the card's 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is being taxed to its absolute limit. For gamers targeting 4K, the data suggests this combo is only viable at Low settings, and even then, the 77.1 FPS average is below the high-refresh-rate territory many players prefer.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 brings a solid foundation for this game. With 6 cores and 12 threads and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, its architecture is well-suited for a title from 2015. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 198.8 FPS, which is high enough to suggest the CPU is still capable of pushing frames beyond what the GPU can render at higher settings. The 3dmark single-thread score of 910 and the passmark single-thread score of 3456 indicate strong per-core performance, which is often more critical for older game engines than raw multi-threaded throughput. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935 also shows ample headroom for any background tasks or game logic that relies on multiple threads.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals, the data shows it is virtually identical in average benchmark score to the Intel Core i7-9700 (deltaPct 0.1%) and the Intel Core i7-8700 (deltaPct -0.2%). This means that in synthetic tests, the i5-12400 is on par with these older i7 parts. However, for Evolve, the measured FPS at 1080p Low (198.8 FPS) versus 1440p Low (137.9 FPS) suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The CPU's 65 W TDP and 10 nm process node indicate an efficient design, but the game's performance ceiling at 4K is clearly not determined by the processor's capabilities. The data points to the GPU being the limiting factor once resolution increases, with the CPU providing a stable, high-performance platform that never appears to bottleneck the system at 1080p.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for a balance of visual quality and performance. At High settings, the system achieves 82.5 FPS, which is playable, while 1080p High yields 123.5 FPS for smoother gameplay. 4K is only viable at Low settings with 77.1 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its direct rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Core i5-12400 has an average benchmark score of 19850. It is virtually tied with the Intel Core i7-9700, which has a deltaPct of 0.1%, and it is also nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-8700, which has a deltaPct of -0.2%.

Q: Is the RX 6750 XT's VRAM sufficient for 4K gaming in this title?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The measured data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is only 31.5, indicating that while memory capacity may not be exceeded, the card's compute power is the limiting factor for playability at that resolution.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 198.8 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 84.4 FPS. This represents a 114.4 FPS difference, showing a significant performance cost for the highest visual fidelity.

*Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations for Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 803rd out of 1695 tested combinations. This places it in the upper half of all tested systems, suggesting it provides a mid-to-high tier performance level for this specific game.

Q: Does the CPU show strong multi-threaded performance in synthetic tests?

A: Yes, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 15935, and the 3dmark max threads score is 5890. These scores indicate that the 6-core, 12-thread processor has solid multi-threaded capabilities, though the game's performance scaling suggests single-thread performance is more critical.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 803 out of 1695 tested combinations (comboRankInGame) places it squarely in the middle of the pack for Evolve. This percentile position is interesting because the individual components have high percentile rankings: the CPU is in the 77th percentile vs all CPUs, and the GPU is in the 79th percentile vs all GPUs. The fact that the combined system ranks lower than either component's individual percentile suggests that the game itself may not be fully utilizing the hardware's potential, or that other tested combos with different pairings simply perform better in this specific title. The data implies that while this is a capable setup, there are 802 other combinations that deliver higher average FPS in Evolve, likely due to more balanced pairings or components with higher raw performance that scale better with the game's engine. The rank indicates that for FPS enthusiasts looking for top-tier performance in this specific game, this combo is a solid, but not class-leading, choice.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is the primary driver of performance in Evolve, especially at higher resolutions. Its boost clock of 2600 MHz and game clock of 2495 MHz, combined with 2560 shading units, provide the raw compute power that the game relies on. The measured data shows a clear correlation: as the resolution increases, the FPS drops more steeply at higher settings, which points to the GPU's compute limits. For instance, at 4K Ultra, the card only manages 31.5 FPS, while at 4K Low, it achieves 77.1 FPS. This 45.6 FPS gap demonstrates how much headroom the card has when texture and shader complexity are reduced.

The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM is a key feature, as it ensures that memory capacity is unlikely to be a bottleneck even at 4K. The memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s is also substantial for a 192-bit bus. The GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, has an average score that is 1.3% higher, which places the RX 6750 XT in a competitive position. In Evolve, the data reveals that the GPU's performance is the deciding factor for achieving 60+ FPS at 1440p, where it hits 82.5 FPS on High and 106.7 FPS on Medium. The card's 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for smooth 1440p gameplay, but the 4K results suggest that it is not a 4K-class card for demanding titles like this one, requiring significant settings reductions to become playable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a detailed look at performance across three resolutions and four quality presets.

At 1920x1080, the combo shows its strength. The Low preset delivers an average of 198.8 FPS, making it ideal for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset drops to 158.8 FPS, still excellent for competitive play. The High preset yields 123.5 FPS, offering a good balance of visuals and speed. The Ultra preset brings the average down to 84.4 FPS, which is still smooth but shows a significant cost for maxing out settings.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance scales down predictably. The Low preset achieves 137.9 FPS, which is still very high. The Medium preset reaches 106.7 FPS, providing a solid 100+ FPS experience. The High preset hits 82.5 FPS, which is great for most gamers. The Ultra preset drops to 59.9 FPS, just shy of a locked 60 FPS, indicating that Ultra settings at 1440p are only borderline playable.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The Low preset is the only playable option, with an average of 77.1 FPS. The Medium preset falls to 60.3 FPS, which is a playable 60 FPS but with no headroom. The High preset drops to 49.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. The Ultra preset is nearly unplayable at 31.5 FPS. This data clearly shows that 4K gaming is only viable with significant settings compromises.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, the data suggests that 1440p Medium is the optimal configuration. It delivers an average of 106.7 FPS, which is smooth and responsive, while maintaining a higher visual quality than Low. This provides a 24.2 FPS improvement over High settings at the same resolution, making it a clear winner for performance-per-visual-fidelity. If a player prioritizes frame rate above all else, 1080p Low at 198.8 FPS is the top choice, though it sacrifices visual detail.

For those with 1080p monitors, 1080p High at 123.5 FPS is the recommended setting, as it offers a great balance of image quality and speed, more than doubling the frame rate of Ultra while looking nearly as good. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution due to the steep performance penalty it incurs. At 4K, the data indicates that 4K Low is the only sensible choice, as the Medium preset's 60.3 FPS is too close to the edge to be reliable, and higher presets fall below acceptable playability thresholds. Ultimately, the measured rows point to 1440p Medium as the "best experience" for this hardware, offering a high frame rate that leverages the GPU's capabilities without over-taxing it.