Evolve

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB delivers a highly capable Evolve experience, with the data showing that the combination ranks in the 58th percentile of all tested configurations. This pairing excels at 1080p and 1440p, where it achieves excellent frame rates, but it struggles to maintain high performance at 4K Ultra settings. The benchmark results clearly indicate that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom for this title.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combination for Evolve?

A: The combo ranks 709th out of 1695 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all tested systems for this game.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB compare to its closest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB has an average benchmark score of 2913, which is exactly equal to the NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M, while it is 0.2% ahead of the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB and 0.7% ahead of the GT 650M.

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved at 1080p resolution?

A: The highest average frame rate at 1920x1080 is 218.6 FPS, achieved with Low settings, while the Ultra preset still delivers a solid 92.5 FPS.

Q: How does the frame rate scale from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 136.5 FPS at 1080p to 91.2 FPS at 1440p, and finally to 50.6 FPS at 4K, representing a substantial 63% reduction from 1080p to 4K.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F scores 2332 points in Cinebench R23 single-core testing, which is a strong result for a 6-core, 12-thread processor.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and how does it relate to performance?

A: The RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB features a 288.0 GB/s memory bandwidth on a 128-bit bus, which supports its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and contributes to the frame rates observed across all tested resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The data shows that this combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB sits at rank 709 out of 1695 tested combos for Evolve. This placement indicates that while the system is well above average, it is not at the top tier for this game. The CPU itself holds a percentile rank of 77 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19221, which is remarkably close to its nearest rivals. For instance, the Intel Core i7-8700K scores 19210, a mere 0.1% difference, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS scores 19364, putting the i5-12400F 0.7% behind. This suggests the processor is performing as expected for its class, providing solid physics and logic processing power that prevents it from bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios.

The GPU, however, tells a different story. With a percentile rank of 17 among all GPUs and an average benchmark score of 2913, the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB is positioned in the lower tier of current graphics cards according to the database. Its performance is closely matched by the GT 555M (2913, 0% delta) and only slightly ahead of the GT 650M (2893, 0.7% delta). This is surprising given its modern architecture, but it indicates that for Evolve specifically, the GPU's performance ceiling is lower than many other components in the database. The high combo rank relative to the GPU's low percentile suggests that the CPU's strong performance helps boost the overall system ranking, but the GPU ultimately limits the experience at higher settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which points directly to the GPU as the limiting component. At Low settings, the frame rate scales from 218.6 FPS at 1080p down to 147.5 FPS at 1440p and then to 86.7 FPS at 4K. This represents a 32% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 41% drop to 4K, showing that even at the lowest quality settings, the GPU struggles to maintain performance as pixel count increases. The scaling is more dramatic at Ultra settings, where the frame rate falls from 92.5 FPS at 1080p to 64.3 FPS at 1440p and then plummets to 33.7 FPS at 4K, a 64% reduction from 1080p to 4K.

This scaling behavior indicates that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The i5-12400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is capable of feeding the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates at 1080p, as evidenced by the 218.6 FPS result at Low settings. However, the RTX 4060 Ti's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth become overwhelmed as the resolution increases, particularly at 4K where the pixel throughput demand exceeds the GPU's capabilities. The sharp drop at 4K Ultra (33.7 FPS) compared to 1080p Ultra (92.5 FPS) highlights the GPU's inability to handle the combined load of high resolution and high settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its strongest performance across all settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 218.6 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth for competitive play. Medium settings yield 172.5 FPS, while High settings produce 136.5 FPS, both of which are well above the 60 FPS threshold for a fluid experience. The Ultra preset, while significantly more demanding, still manages a respectable 92.5 FPS, ensuring that even maximum quality is playable at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain highly playable but show the expected decline. Low settings deliver 147.5 FPS, which is still excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings produce 113.7 FPS, and High settings achieve 91.2 FPS, both providing smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset drops to 64.3 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS baseline and acceptable for most users, though not ideal for those seeking maximum smoothness.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become apparent. The Low preset yields 86.7 FPS, which is playable, but the Medium preset drops to 67.4 FPS. High settings produce 50.6 FPS, which is below the ideal 60 FPS mark, and the Ultra preset falls to 33.7 FPS, which is noticeably choppy for a fast-paced FPS game. These results show that 4K gaming is only viable at Low or Medium settings for a consistently smooth experience.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process, plays a decisive role in determining the game's performance at higher resolutions. The GPU features a base clock of 2310 MHz and a boost clock of 2535 MHz, with 4352 shading units and 48 ROPs. Its memory configuration consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. This memory bandwidth is crucial for handling the texture and geometry data in Evolve, particularly at higher settings where the game demands more memory bandwidth.

The data shows that the GPU's performance is directly tied to the settings and resolution. At 1080p, the GPU can sustain high frame rates even at Ultra settings because the memory bandwidth is sufficient for the pixel workload. However, at 4K, the 8 GB memory capacity and 128-bit bus become bottlenecks, as evidenced by the 33.7 FPS result at Ultra settings. The GPU's transistor count of 22,900 million on a 188 mm² die provides the computational power for effects like ray tracing and DLSS, but these features are not the primary drivers of performance in this game. Instead, the raw fill rate and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors, with the pixel rate of 121.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 344.8 GTexel/s proving insufficient for 4K Ultra demands.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and performance priorities. For 1080p displays, the Ultra preset at 92.5 FPS offers the best visual experience while maintaining a smooth frame rate, making it the recommended choice for most users. The High preset at 136.5 FPS is also an excellent option for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual fidelity, especially for competitive play where responsiveness is key.

At 1440p, the High preset at 91.2 FPS provides the best balance between visual quality and performance, as it stays well above the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset at 113.7 FPS is a strong alternative for users with high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Ultra preset at 64.3 FPS is acceptable but may cause noticeable frame drops in intense scenes. For 4K displays, the Low preset at 86.7 FPS is the only setting that guarantees a consistently smooth experience, with the Medium preset at 67.4 FPS being a viable option for those who can tolerate slightly lower frame rates. The High and Ultra presets at 4K are not recommended due to their sub-60 FPS performance.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F, representing the Core 12th Gen series with the Alder Lake architecture, provides a robust foundation for this gaming system. With 6 cores and 12 threads, the processor has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, which is well-suited for handling the game's AI, physics, and game logic calculations. The CPU's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per core L2 cache ensure that frequently accessed data is quickly available, reducing latency and improving overall responsiveness.

The benchmark results for the i5-12400F show strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16518 and a single-core score of 2332. This indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck in Evolve, as the game's engine is capable of utilizing multiple threads effectively. The processor's 65 W TDP and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory provide flexibility for system builders, while its PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes ensures compatibility with modern GPUs and storage devices. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 218.6 FPS, which suggests the CPU is capable of driving the GPU to its maximum potential. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's limitations become the dominant factor, with the CPU's performance remaining consistent across all tested settings.