Evolve

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the Intel Arc B570 presents a specific performance profile in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. This combination ranks 2294th out of 2872 tested combos in this game, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. The measured frame rates reveal a system that is heavily influenced by resolution and settings, with the GPU acting as the primary constraint at higher resolutions. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data, contextualizes the combo’s ranking, and examines the roles of both the CPU and GPU in producing these results.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear and consistent pattern: performance degrades significantly as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average frame rate is 83 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same High settings drops that average to 56 FPS, a reduction of 27 FPS. At 3840x2160, the average falls further to 32 FPS. This scaling pattern indicates that the Intel Arc B570 is the limiting component in this configuration, as the frame rate drop is directly proportional to the increase in pixel count.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens dramatically at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (137 FPS) and Ultra (58 FPS) is 79 FPS. At 1440p, the spread between Low (92 FPS) and Ultra (39 FPS) is 53 FPS. At 4K, Low produces 52 FPS while Ultra drops to 22 FPS, a 30 FPS difference. This suggests that the GPU’s rendering workload scales heavily with both resolution and graphical fidelity, and the Arc B570’s 10 GB of GDDR6 memory and 160-bit bus width become increasingly taxed as pixel count rises.

Looking at the 4K results specifically, the data shows that even at Low settings, the combo only manages an average of 52 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider smooth for FPS gameplay. The Ultra setting at 4K produces an average of 22 FPS, which is barely playable. The Medium setting at 4K yields 40 FPS with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS, indicating inconsistent frame pacing. The High setting at 4K averages 32 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 4K Low result.

The resolution scaling data also reveals that the CPU is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 137 FPS, which is a solid result. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar frame rates across resolutions, but the 4K Low result of 52 FPS is substantially lower. This confirms that the GPU’s pixel throughput and memory bandwidth are the constraints. The Arc B570’s 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K, especially with higher quality settings.

For practical purposes, this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming in Evolve. At that resolution, the user can expect playable frame rates across all settings, with Low hitting 137 FPS, Medium at 106 FPS, High at 83 FPS, and Ultra at 58 FPS. At 1440p, the combo remains viable for Medium (71 FPS) and High (56 FPS), but Ultra drops to 39 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings approach playability, and even then, the 52 FPS average is borderline.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2294 out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve places it in the 20th percentile of all tested combinations. This is a low ranking, suggesting that this particular pairing does not excel in this specific game. The ranking is based on measured FPS data across all tested resolutions and settings, and the results indicate that the Arc B570 struggles to keep up with the demands of Evolve at higher resolutions.

To contextualize this rank, consider the individual component benchmarks. The Intel Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287 and ranks in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13600T (avg score 35305, deltaPct -0.1), the Intel Core i7-12700KF (avg score 35365, deltaPct -0.2), the Intel Core i7-13700T (avg score 35403, deltaPct -0.3), and the Intel Core 5 213PE (avg score 35428, deltaPct -0.4). These deltas are all within 0.5% of the i7-12700K’s score, indicating that the CPU is performing as expected for its class.

The Intel Arc B570 has an average benchmark score of 20556 and ranks in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (avg score 20534, deltaPct 0.1), the Intel Arc A750 (avg score 20582, deltaPct -0.1), the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (avg score 20480, deltaPct 0.4), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (avg score 20662, deltaPct -0.5). These deltas are also minimal, showing that the GPU is performing near the level of its direct competitors.

Despite the CPU being in the 84th percentile and the GPU in the 65th percentile, the combined rank in Evolve is low. This suggests that the game is particularly sensitive to GPU performance, and the Arc B570’s capabilities are not well-suited to Evolve’s rendering demands. The combo rank of 2294 out of 2872 means that there are 578 tested combinations that perform worse, but the vast majority of combos perform better. For a system with a high-end CPU like the i7-12700K, this low rank is a clear indicator that the GPU is holding back the overall gaming experience in this title.

The data also shows that the combo’s performance is not evenly distributed across settings. The 1080p Low result of 137 FPS is respectable, but the 4K Ultra result of 22 FPS is poor. This wide variance contributes to the low overall rank, as the combo fails to deliver consistent performance across the tested configurations. The ranking reflects the average performance across all measured FPS data points, and the 4K results drag the combo down significantly.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is the primary determinant of this combo’s performance in Evolve. The GPU features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 380.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Its base and boost clocks are both 2500 MHz, and it has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. The GPU’s pixel rate is 200.0 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 360.0 GTexel/s. These specifications indicate a mid-range GPU that is capable of 1080p gaming but struggles at higher resolutions.

The memory configuration is particularly relevant to Evolve’s performance. The 10 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for most games at 1080p and 1440p, but the 160-bit bus width and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit performance in scenarios that require high memory throughput. The measured FPS data supports this: at 4K High settings, the combo averages 32 FPS, which is a significant drop from the 1080p High result of 83 FPS. This suggests that the GPU’s memory bandwidth is a bottleneck when rendering at higher pixel counts.

The GPU’s compute capabilities also play a role. The Arc B570 delivers 11.52 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 23.04 TFLOPS of FP16 performance (2:1 ratio). These figures are moderate for a modern GPU, but they are not sufficient for demanding games at high resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 22 FPS indicates that the GPU is overwhelmed when all graphical features are enabled at maximum resolution.

The GPU’s API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Evolve was released in 2015, and its rendering engine may not fully utilize modern APIs. This could explain why the GPU’s benchmark scores, which are in the 65th percentile, do not translate to higher frame rates in this specific game. The GPU’s passmark_g3d score is 14195, and its passmark_directx_11 score is 118, which are modest results.

The GPU’s thermal and power characteristics are also worth noting. The Intel Arc B570 has a TDP of 150 W and requires a 450 W power supply. It is a dual-slot card with a length of 272 mm and a height of 115 mm. These specifications are relevant for system builders, but they do not directly impact the measured FPS data. The GPU’s performance in Evolve is consistent with its position in the market, but it is clearly not optimized for this particular game.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 provides the most playable frame rates across all settings. At 1080p, the combo achieves 137 FPS on Low, 106 FPS on Medium, 83 FPS on High, and 58 FPS on Ultra. At 2560x1440, only Medium (71 FPS) and High (56 FPS) maintain playable averages, while 4K results are below 60 FPS even on Low.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 22 FPS. This is the lowest measured result in the data set. The 4K Medium setting averages 40 FPS with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS, and 4K Low averages 52 FPS. None of the 4K results meet the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

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

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The Intel Core i7-12700K ranks in the 84th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 35287. The Intel Arc B570 ranks in the 65th percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 20556. The resolution scaling data confirms the GPU constraint, as frame rates drop significantly from 1080p to 4K.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 2294th out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve. This places it in the lower 20% of all tested configurations. The low rank is primarily due to the GPU’s performance at higher resolutions, despite the CPU being a high performer in its class.

Q: What are the nearest GPU rivals to the Intel Arc B570?

A: The nearest rivals based on average benchmark scores are the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (avg score 20534, deltaPct 0.1), the Intel Arc A750 (avg score 20582, deltaPct -0.1), the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M (avg score 20480, deltaPct 0.4), and the AMD Radeon R9 M390X (avg score 20662, deltaPct -0.5). All deltas are within 0.5% of the B570’s score.

Q: What settings are recommended for 1440p gaming with this combo?

A: At 2560x1440, the data shows Medium settings yielding 71 FPS and High settings yielding 56 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 39 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. For consistent performance, Medium settings are recommended, as they provide a comfortable margin above the playability threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo in Evolve is organized by resolution and settings. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings produce an average of 137 FPS, Medium produces 106 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 122 FPS, High produces 83 FPS, and Ultra produces 58 FPS. These results show a clear progression, with each step up in settings costing a significant number of frames. The 1080p Low result of 137 FPS is the highest measured FPS for this combo across all configurations.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. Low settings average 92 FPS, Medium averages 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 82 FPS, High averages 56 FPS, and Ultra averages 39 FPS. The 1440p Medium result of 71 FPS is the only 1440p configuration that comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS threshold. The 1440p High result of 56 FPS is close to the threshold but still below it, while Ultra at 39 FPS is clearly not ideal for fast-paced FPS gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance is the weakest. Low settings average 52 FPS, Medium averages 40 FPS with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS, High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 22 FPS. None of the 4K configurations reach 60 FPS, and the Ultra result of 22 FPS is barely playable. The 4K Medium result shows a wide variance between minimum and maximum FPS, indicating inconsistent frame delivery.

The data also reveals the impact of settings on performance at each resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 79 FPS, with Low at 137 FPS and Ultra at 58 FPS. At 1440p, the spread is 53 FPS (92 FPS Low vs. 39 FPS Ultra). At 4K, the spread is 30 FPS (52 FPS Low vs. 22 FPS Ultra). This narrowing spread at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor, as the absolute frame rates drop and the relative impact of settings diminishes.

For the Medium settings, the measured minimum and maximum FPS values provide additional insight. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 90 FPS and the maximum is 122 FPS, showing a 32 FPS variance. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 60 FPS and the maximum is 82 FPS, a 22 FPS variance. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 34 FPS and the maximum is 47 FPS, a 13 FPS variance. This indicates that frame pacing becomes more consistent at higher resolutions, but the overall frame rates are too low for competitive play.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a high-performance CPU that provides ample processing power for Evolve. It features 12 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The CPU is based on the Alder Lake architecture and is manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process. Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 25 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it has 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes.

The CPU’s benchmark results confirm its strong performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 19784 in multicore and 1850.5 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 15790 in multicore and 2308 in single-core. Its Passmark multithread score is 34404, and its single-thread score is 4013. The CPU ranks in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 35287. Its nearest rivals are all within 0.5% of its score, indicating that it is performing at the expected level for its class.

In Evolve, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with data and handle game logic. The measured FPS data suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck in this configuration. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 137 FPS, which is a high frame rate that requires strong CPU performance. If the CPU were limiting the system, we would expect to see similar frame rates across all resolutions, but the 4K Low result of 52 FPS is significantly lower. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting component.

The CPU’s 12 cores and 20 threads are more than sufficient for Evolve, which was released in 2015 and is unlikely to utilize more than a few cores effectively. The high single-thread performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1850.5 and the Geekbench single-core score of 2308, ensures that the game’s main thread is well-served. The CPU’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz provides high IPC for gaming workloads.

The CPU’s memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 allows for flexibility in system building, but the memory bandwidth is not a limiting factor in this game. The dual-channel memory bus is standard for desktop CPUs, and the 25 MB of L3 cache helps reduce memory latency. The CPU’s integrated graphics, UHD Graphics 770, are not used in this configuration since a discrete GPU is present.

Overall, the CPU is a strong performer that does not hinder the combo’s results in Evolve. The low combo rank of 2294 out of 2872 is primarily attributable to the GPU’s performance, particularly at higher resolutions. The i7-12700K provides a solid foundation for gaming, but the Arc B570’s limitations become apparent when pushing resolution and settings. For users with this CPU, upgrading the GPU would yield significant improvements in Evolve, while the CPU would not need to be replaced for this title.