Evolve

The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER pairing presents a fascinating case study in Evolve, a 2015 FPS. The data reveals a configuration that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited at higher resolutions, yet shows surprising CPU headroom at 1080p. This analysis breaks down exactly how these components interact, what the measured frame rates mean, and where this combo stands among thousands of tested configurations.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-14400F is built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, using a 10 nm process from Intel. It packs 10 cores and 16 threads, a configuration that provides ample parallelism for modern titles. Its base clock sits at 2.50 GHz, but the boost clock reaches 4.70 GHz, which is crucial for single-threaded game logic. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, though the measured performance here does not specify which type was used.

In Evolve, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU, but it is not irrelevant. The benchmark results indicate that at 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 323.1 FPS. Such a high frame rate suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU without bottlenecking, as even a powerful GPU like the RTX 4080 SUPER cannot generate frames alone. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache helps with game asset streaming, and the 16 threads handle background tasks efficiently. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21914 and single-core score of 3093 indicate strong computational throughput, though these synthetic scores do not directly translate to game FPS.

Comparing to its nearest rivals, the i5-14400F is virtually tied with the Intel Core i7-12800H, showing a deltaPct of 0. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 is 0.2% behind, while the AMD Ryzen 7 250 is 0.2% ahead. This tight grouping means the CPU is not a differentiating factor in this benchmark; the GPU dominates the performance narrative. The data suggests that in Evolve, at all tested settings, the CPU is rarely the limiting component. Even at 4K Ultra with 54.2 FPS, the frame rate is so low that the CPU is almost certainly idle waiting for the GPU. The real test of the CPU comes at 1080p Low, where 323.1 FPS demands rapid draw calls and physics calculations, and the i5-14400F delivers without issue.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is a monster of a GPU, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The boost clock runs at 2550 MHz, and the card has 10240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. This hardware is designed for high-resolution gaming and ray tracing, though Evolve from 2015 does not use ray tracing.

The GPU's role in this benchmark is dominant. The 16 GB VRAM is more than enough for Evolve, which is an older title, so memory capacity is not a limiting factor. The 736.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures textures load quickly, but the game's visual complexity is modest by modern standards. The RTX 4080 SUPER's raw compute power, measured at 52.22 TFLOPS FP32, is what drives the high frame rates. In PassMark G3D, it scores 34245, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs.

Comparing to rivals, the RTX 4080 SUPER is closely matched with the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT, showing a deltaPct of 0.2% ahead. It is 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M and 2.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7700S. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is 2.9% behind. This grouping suggests that the GPU is not uniquely powerful for Evolve, but its performance is consistent with other high-end cards. The data shows a clear trend: as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the frame rates drop accordingly.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a classic pattern of GPU bottlenecking as resolution increases. At 1080p High, the system achieves 203.1 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops the frame rate to 137.5 FPS, a reduction of approximately 32%. Going to 4K High yields 77.3 FPS, a further 44% drop from 1440p. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting, and the CPU is not constraining performance.

The pattern is even more pronounced at Ultra settings. At 1080p Ultra, the system hits 140.3 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 95.7 FPS, a 32% decrease. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 54.2 FPS, a 43% decrease from 1440p. This consistent scaling behavior across settings confirms that the RTX 4080 SUPER is the primary performance driver. The CPU's influence is minimal, as the frame rate drop is almost entirely due to increased pixel count and shading complexity.

The data implies that at 1080p Low, the system is pushing 323.1 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit for this game. However, at 4K Low, the frame rate is 128.2 FPS, showing that the GPU still has headroom even at the highest resolution. The limiting component is clearly the GPU at all resolutions above 1080p, and even at 1080p, the GPU is the bottleneck for anything above Low settings. This analysis is supported by the fact that the CPU's percentile rank is 88, matching the GPU's percentile rank, but the game's performance scaling points squarely at the GPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across all combinations of resolution and settings.

At 1920x1080, the system achieves its highest frame rates. With Low settings, it hits 323.1 FPS, which is exceptionally smooth for competitive play. Medium settings yield 260.1 FPS, still far above any display refresh rate. High settings produce 203.1 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 140.3 FPS. This range shows that even at the most demanding settings, the system maintains high frame rates suitable for fast-paced FPS gameplay.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain strong but show the GPU's workload increasing. Low settings deliver 223.4 FPS, Medium gives 174.9 FPS, High produces 137.5 FPS, and Ultra drops to 95.7 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result is still above 60 FPS, making it viable for high-refresh-rate monitors. The scaling from Low to Ultra at this resolution shows a 57% reduction in FPS, highlighting the GPU's sensitivity to graphical detail.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is fully taxed. Low settings still manage 128.2 FPS, which is impressive. Medium settings yield 98.7 FPS, High drops to 77.3 FPS, and Ultra falls to 54.2 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is below 60 FPS, indicating that this setting is not ideal for a 60 Hz display. The data shows a clear trade-off: at 4K, users must choose between high detail and high frame rates. The 4K Low result of 128.2 FPS suggests that even at the lowest settings, the GPU is still the bottleneck, as the CPU is capable of far higher frame rates as seen at 1080p.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 113th out of 1695 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the top 7% of all configurations, which is a strong showing. The rank is determined by the measured FPS across all settings, and it reflects the GPU's dominance in this game.

The ranking suggests that while this combo is not the absolute fastest, it is significantly better than the vast majority of systems. The 113th position out of 1695 means there are 112 combos that perform better, likely featuring even more powerful GPUs or newer CPUs. However, the data indicates that the GPU is the primary driver of performance, so any combo ranking higher must have a superior GPU. The CPU's performance is adequate, as evidenced by its 88th percentile rank, but it is not the limiting factor.

The rank also implies that the combo is well-balanced, with no glaring bottleneck. If the CPU were too weak, the rank would be lower, as the GPU would be held back. Since the rank is high, the CPU is keeping up with the GPU's demands. This is a positive finding for users considering this pairing, as it shows the i5-14400F can support a high-end GPU without sacrificing performance in Evolve.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Evolve?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 323.1, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K Ultra settings in Evolve?

A: Yes, but the average FPS is 54.2, which is below 60 FPS and may not be ideal for a 60 Hz display.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F is virtually tied with the Intel Core i7-12800H, showing a deltaPct of 0. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645.

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

A: The GPU is the limiting factor at all resolutions above 1080p, and at 1080p it is the bottleneck for Medium, High, and Ultra settings. The CPU only becomes a potential limit at 1080p Low.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combos?

A: The combo ranks 113th out of 1695 tested combos in Evolve.

Q: What is the FPS difference between 1080p High and 4K High?

A: The average FPS drops from 203.1 at 1080p High to 77.3 at 4K High, a reduction of 125.8 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the display resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p users with a 144 Hz or higher monitor, the High preset at 203.1 FPS is excellent, as it provides a smooth experience without the performance cost of Ultra. Medium at 260.1 FPS is even smoother, but the visual difference may be noticeable. Ultra at 140.3 FPS is also viable for 144 Hz displays, but the frame rate is lower than High.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 137.5 FPS is the recommended choice, as it balances visual quality with high frame rates. Medium at 174.9 FPS is even better for competitive play, but High is the sweet spot for most users. Ultra at 95.7 FPS is playable on a 100 Hz monitor but may not be ideal for a 144 Hz display. Low at 223.4 FPS is the best for maximum frame rate, but the visual quality suffers significantly.

For 4K users, the Medium preset at 98.7 FPS is the best option, as it provides a good balance of visual fidelity and frame rate above 60 FPS. High at 77.3 FPS is also playable, but the drop from Medium is noticeable. Low at 128.2 FPS is excellent for high-refresh-rate 4K monitors, but the graphical detail is minimal. Ultra at 54.2 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below 60 FPS and may introduce noticeable stuttering. The data clearly shows that Medium is the optimal preset for 4K, offering a smooth experience without sacrificing too much visual quality.