Evolve

The Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 pairing delivers a performance profile in Evolve that is heavily dictated by resolution. At 1080p, the system is capable of frame rates well beyond the refresh rate of most monitors, but the experience degrades predictably as pixel count increases. The data indicates that this combo is not just playable at 4K, but that the RTX 5070 provides enough headroom for a smooth experience even at High settings, provided the user is not chasing ultra-high refresh rates at that resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear and consistent scaling pattern as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 280.5 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same Low settings drops the average to 188.7 FPS, a reduction of 91.8 FPS. Stepping up to 4K at Low settings sees the average fall further to 109.5 FPS. This pattern indicates that while the CPU is strong enough to drive very high frame rates at lower resolutions, the GPU workload becomes increasingly dominant as pixel count rises.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High settings shows a drop from 173.9 FPS to 113.6 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K at High settings is more severe, with the average falling to 63.5 FPS. This non-linear drop suggests that at 4K, the system is becoming more reliant on the GPU's ability to process the increased pixel load, and the RTX 5070’s 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are being utilized to a far greater extent. The Ultra preset at 4K yields only 43.9 FPS, revealing that the most demanding settings at the highest resolution are the limiting factor for this hardware configuration.

The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU’s performance is likely the primary enabler, allowing the GPU to stretch its legs. However, at 4K, the GPU becomes the principal bottleneck, as evidenced by the steep drop in average FPS. For users targeting high refresh rates, 1080p and 1440p are the sweet spots, while 4K is viable for a 60 FPS experience on High settings.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 holds the rank of 361 out of 1695 tested combos for Evolve. This places the pairing in the top percentile of all configurations tested, indicating it is a very capable system for this title. The rank reflects the combined strength of both components, and the measured FPS data confirms that this is not a pairing that suffers from a significant bottleneck at common gaming resolutions.

The CPU itself is a strong performer, with an average benchmark score of 47282 and a percentile rank of 93 against all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, is a near-identical performer with a deltaPct of -0.1, while the AMD EPYC 4364P is slightly ahead with a deltaPct of 0.3. The GPU, the RTX 5070, also holds a strong position with a percentile rank of 83 and an average benchmark score of 41687. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300, is only 0.2% ahead, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 is 0.6% ahead. This data suggests that the pairing is well-balanced, with neither component significantly outclassing the other, which contributes to its high rank in the game’s specific testing.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Evolve at 4K with a smooth frame rate?

A: Yes, at 4K with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 63.5 FPS. This is above the standard 60 FPS threshold, making for a smooth experience. However, at Ultra settings, the average drops to 43.9 FPS, which may not be ideal for all players.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate gaming?

A: The data shows that 1080p is the best for high refresh rates, with the combo achieving 280.5 FPS at Low settings and 173.9 FPS at High settings. At 1440p, the system still manages 188.7 FPS on Low settings, which is also suitable for high refresh rate displays.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 compare to the RTX 3090 in benchmark scores?

A: According to the nearestRivals data, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 has an average benchmark score of 41687, while the RTX 3090 has a score of 41441. This places the RTX 5070 0.6% ahead of the RTX 3090 in this database's benchmarks.

Q: What is the CPU's performance relative to its closest rival?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 47282. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700KF, has a score of 47334, which is a deltaPct of -0.1%. This means the 13700K is essentially on par with the 13700KF, trailing by only a tenth of a percent.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the combo achieves 188.7 FPS on Low settings and 81 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a performance drop of 107.7 FPS when moving from the lowest to the highest quality preset.

Q: Does the combo perform better relative to other GPUs or CPUs?

A: The CPU has a higher percentile rank (93) compared to the GPU (83). This indicates that the CPU is a stronger performer relative to its peers than the GPU is relative to its own peers.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system shows its highest performance, with an average of 280.5 FPS on Low settings. The Medium preset yields an average of 219.8 FPS, while High settings produce 173.9 FPS. The most demanding preset, Ultra, still delivers a very playable 120.2 FPS.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. The Low preset achieves an average of 188.7 FPS, which is still exceptionally high. The Medium preset follows with 145.9 FPS, and the High preset produces 113.6 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p delivers an average of 81 FPS, which is a solid experience for most gamers.

At 3840x2160, the performance is more moderate. The Low preset manages an average of 109.5 FPS, which is good for 4K. The Medium preset drops to 85.7 FPS, and the High preset yields 63.5 FPS, which is right at the edge of smoothness for many. The Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding, producing an average of 43.9 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may be considered too slow for a competitive or highly responsive experience.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data suggests that the best experience depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For users with a 1080p 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the High preset at 173.9 FPS offers a great balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 120.2 FPS is also an excellent choice for 1080p, providing the maximum visual fidelity while still maintaining a frame rate high enough for smooth gameplay.

For 1440p, the High preset at 113.6 FPS is the recommended choice, as it provides a high-quality image with a frame rate that is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for many high refresh rate panels. The Medium preset at 145.9 FPS is a good alternative for those who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity. While the Ultra preset at 81 FPS is playable, the jump to High offers a significant performance gain with a minimal visual compromise.

At 4K, the data points to the High preset at 63.5 FPS as the recommended choice for a smooth 60 FPS experience. The Medium preset at 85.7 FPS is also a viable option for those who want a higher frame rate buffer. The Ultra preset at 43.9 FPS is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience, as it falls below the 60 FPS target. The Low preset at 109.5 FPS is an option for competitive play, but it sacrifices a significant amount of visual quality.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. In Evolve, the CPU's role is most evident at lower resolutions where the GPU is not as heavily taxed. The data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 280.5 FPS, a frame rate that is likely limited by the CPU's single-thread performance rather than the GPU.

The CPU's benchmark scores support this interpretation. It scores 5505 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 39000 in multi-core, indicating strong performance in both single and multi-threaded workloads. The PassMark single-thread score is 4333, which is also high. These results suggest that the 13700K has the processing power to prevent bottlenecks in most gaming scenarios, especially at 1080p and 1440p. The multi-threaded performance, with a Geekbench multicore score of 17731, also ensures that background tasks and game logic are handled efficiently, but the data shows that in Evolve, the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 is the primary driver of performance in Evolve at higher resolutions. It has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The GPU's base clock is 2325 MHz, with a boost clock of 2512 MHz. The measured FPS data clearly shows the GPU's influence as resolution increases.

At 1080p, the GPU is not the bottleneck, as the CPU can feed it enough data to achieve high frame rates. However, at 4K, the GPU's processing power and memory bandwidth become the determining factors. The drop from 109.5 FPS at Low settings to 43.9 FPS at Ultra settings at 4K highlights the significant workload placed on the GPU by the higher pixel count and more demanding graphical effects. The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a PassMark G3D score of 29137, confirm its strong performance, but the data shows that Evolve’s Ultra preset at 4K is a heavy load for this card. The RTX 5070’s 80 ROPs and 192 TMUs are tasked with rendering the scene, and the 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game’s textures, but the raw compute power is what ultimately limits performance at the highest settings and resolution.