Evolve

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination delivers a robust experience in Evolve, placing at rank 470 out of 1695 tested hardware combos for this title. The data shows a system where the GPU is the primary scaling factor across resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom for high frame rates. This analysis breaks down the measured performance metrics, role of each component, and optimal settings based strictly on the provided benchmark data.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Evolve?*

A: The combination ranks 470th out of 1695 total hardware configurations tested for the game, placing it in the top 28% of all combos. This indicates a strong pairing that should handle the game’s demands comfortably.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-13400F scores 25,236 in average benchmark score. This is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-13620H, which scores 25,201 (0.1% slower), and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, which scores 25,365 (0.5% faster). The differences are minimal, showing competitive performance in this tier.

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

A: The RTX 4070 features 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory size is well-suited for high-resolution textures, and the data shows playable frame rates at 4K with High settings.

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 262.5 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. This shows the system’s capability for very high refresh rate gaming at 1080p when visual fidelity is not the priority.

Q: How does the CPU's single-threaded performance compare to its multi-threaded performance?

A: The CPU scores 3,004 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 21,279 in multi-core. The single-core score represents strong per-thread performance, which is crucial for game logic, while the multi-core score shows the benefit of the 10 cores and 16 threads for background tasks.

Q: Is the GPU's benchmark performance consistent with its percentile ranking?

A: The GPU has a percentile rank of 81 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37,283. This is slightly below its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, which scores 37,507 (0.6% higher), confirming its position as a high-end but not top-tier card.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the dominant component in this pairing for Evolve, as evidenced by the significant frame rate variations when changing settings. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1920 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with 5 nm process. Its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 504.2 GB/s bandwidth provides the necessary data throughput for the game’s environments.

The GPU's role becomes clearer when examining the frame rate scaling between Low and Ultra settings. At 1080p, the average frame rate drops from 262.5 FPS on Low to 109.3 FPS on Ultra, a reduction of 153.2 FPS or roughly 58%. At 4K, the same settings change yields a drop from 102.8 FPS to 41.6 FPS, a reduction of 61.2 FPS. These large gaps indicate that the GPU is the primary bottleneck when visual settings are increased, as it must process more complex shaders, lighting, and geometry.

The GPU’s 5 nm process node and 35,800 million transistors contribute to its efficiency and raw compute power, with an FP32 performance of 29.15 TFLOPS. This compute capability is directly responsible for the high frame rates observed at lower settings, where the GPU is less constrained by memory bandwidth or shading complexity. The 64 ROPs and 184 TMUs handle pixel and texture processing effectively, though the data suggests that at Ultra settings, the GPU’s shading units become saturated, leading to the substantial FPS drops.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows clear scaling patterns across the three resolutions tested, revealing where the system becomes GPU-limited. From 1080p to 1440p, the average FPS drop is consistent across settings, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is more pronounced, indicating a shift in the limiting factor.

At High settings, the average FPS drops from 156.7 at 1080p to 106.6 at 1440p (a 32% decrease), and then to 63.5 at 4K (a 40% decrease from 1440p). This pattern shows that the GPU is the primary limiter, as the frame rate scales inversely with pixel count. The 4K resolution has 4 times the pixels of 1080p, but the frame rate does not drop to a quarter, suggesting that other factors such as memory bandwidth and cache efficiency mitigate some of the load.

At Low settings, the scaling is steeper: 262.5 FPS at 1080p drops to 175.7 FPS at 1440p (33% decrease) and then to 102.8 FPS at 4K (41% decrease from 1440p). This steeper drop at lower settings indicates that the GPU is still the bottleneck, but the CPU’s role becomes more prominent at very high frame rates. The 1080p Low result of 262.5 FPS approaches the CPU's practical limit for frame generation, as the i5-13400F’s single-thread performance becomes a factor.

The Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 109.3 FPS at 1080p, 72.0 FPS at 1440p, and 41.6 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result of 41.6 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the GPU is heavily taxed. The data suggests that the system is GPU-bound across all tested resolutions, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom to avoid becoming a secondary bottleneck.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates across the board: Low averages 262.5 FPS, Medium 200.7 FPS, High 156.7 FPS, and Ultra 109.3 FPS. These results show that the RTX 4070 is well-suited for 1080p gaming, with even Ultra settings providing a smooth experience above 100 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's limits. Low averages 175.7 FPS, Medium 135.2 FPS, High 106.6 FPS, and Ultra 72.0 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not severe, with all settings except Ultra maintaining above 100 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result of 72.0 FPS is still playable for most gamers.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more varied. Low averages 102.8 FPS, Medium 75.2 FPS, High 63.5 FPS, and Ultra 41.6 FPS. The 4K results show a clear hierarchy: Low and Medium are playable, High is borderline, and Ultra falls below the 60 FPS threshold. The 4K High result of 63.5 FPS is just above the playability line, while Ultra requires a sacrifice in visual quality for smoother gameplay.

The differences between settings are consistent across resolutions, with Low being roughly 2-2.5 times faster than Ultra. This consistency suggests that the game's rendering pipeline scales predictably with the GPU's workload, and the RTX 4070’s 12 GB memory is sufficient for all tested configurations without hitting a memory capacity limit.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the High preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, averaging 156.7 FPS. This provides a smooth experience on high refresh rate monitors while maintaining good graphical fidelity. The Ultra preset at 109.3 FPS is also viable for gamers who prioritize visual quality over maximum frame rates.

For 1440p, the High preset is the recommended choice, averaging 106.6 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold and allows for smooth gameplay on standard 144Hz monitors. The Medium preset at 135.2 FPS is suitable for competitive play where higher frame rates are preferred, while Ultra at 72.0 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay.

For 4K, the Medium preset is the best option, averaging 75.2 FPS. This provides a smooth experience while maintaining reasonable visual quality. The Low preset at 102.8 FPS is ideal for maximizing frame rates, while High at 63.5 FPS is borderline but playable. The Ultra preset at 41.6 FPS is not recommended for 4K, as it falls below the playable threshold for most users.

The data indicates that the High preset at 1080p and 1440p, and the Medium preset at 4K, provide the best balance of visual fidelity and gameplay smoothness. These settings leverage the GPU’s capabilities without pushing it to the point of diminishing returns.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F plays a supporting but crucial role in this system’s Evolve performance. With 10 cores, 16 threads, and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, the CPU provides ample processing power for game logic, physics, and AI. The measured frame rates, particularly at 1080p Low settings (262.5 FPS), indicate that the CPU is not a bottleneck for this game.

The CPU’s benchmark scores show strong multi-threaded performance: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 21,279, and Geekbench multi-core scores 10,971. The 3DMark 16-thread test scores 7,314, demonstrating good scaling across threads. This multi-threaded capability ensures that background tasks and game engine processes run smoothly without interfering with frame rendering.

The single-threaded performance, measured at 3,004 in Cinebench R23 and 960 in 3DMark single-thread, is adequate for the game’s main thread. The 2.50 GHz base clock and 4.60 GHz boost clock provide a wide operating range, allowing the CPU to adapt to varying workloads. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for game data access patterns.

The CPU’s percentile rank of 82 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25,236, places it in the upper tier of processors. Its nearest rivals show similar performance, with the Intel Core i7-13620H being 0.1% slower and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D being 0.5% faster. This indicates that the i5-13400F is a well-balanced processor for gaming, providing sufficient headroom for the RTX 4070 to operate at its full potential. The data confirms that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this configuration, allowing the GPU to be the primary driver of frame rate changes.