Evolve

The Intel Core i7-14700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers a strong performance profile in Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The data indicates that this combination provides very high frame rates across most settings, with the RTX 4080 SUPER acting as the primary performance driver. The measured results show a clear scaling pattern from 1080p to 4K, with the CPU providing enough headroom to support high refresh rate gaming at lower resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: What is the combo's overall rank among tested configurations in Evolve?*

A: The combination ranks 106th out of 1695 tested combos, placing it in the top 6.3% of all configurations tested for this game.

Q: How does the i7-14700K compare to its closest rival in overall CPU benchmarks?

A: The i7-14700K has an average benchmark score of 70074, which is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-14700KF at 70104 (a 0% delta). It also sits within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and is 1.4% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270.

*Q: What is the best 4K performance recorded for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average frame rate at 3840x2160 is 128.8 FPS, achieved with Low settings. The most demanding 4K setting, Ultra, produces an average of 53.5 FPS.

Q: How much faster is the combo at 1080p compared to 4K on High settings?

A: On High settings, the average frame rate at 1920x1080 is 200.5 FPS, while at 3840x2160 it drops to 79.1 FPS. This represents a performance reduction of 60.6% when moving from 1080p to 4K.

Q: What is the GPU's standing relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER's average benchmark score is 53610, which is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W6600M. It leads the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti by 2.9%.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-14700K supports ECC memory, alongside its dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory support.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the dominant component in this pairing for Evolve. Built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process, the GPU features 10240 shading units and 80 RT cores. Its memory subsystem includes 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. The core clocks are listed with a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2550 MHz, with memory running at an effective 23 Gbps.

The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial, with an FP32 performance of 52.22 TFLOPS and a texture rate of 816.0 GTexel/s. These specifications translate directly into the frame rates observed in the game data. The 16 GB VRAM buffer is more than sufficient for Evolve's textures and geometry, even at 4K Ultra settings. The high memory bandwidth ensures that the GPU can feed its 112 ROPs efficiently, which is critical for maintaining pixel throughput at higher resolutions.

The benchmark results show that the GPU's performance scales predictably with settings. At 2560x1440, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is significant, with a 225.4 FPS average on Low versus 93.8 FPS on Ultra. This indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor when visual fidelity is maximized, as the CPU has ample headroom to keep up with the GPU's frame generation demands. The RTX 4080 SUPER's 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs supports its role as a high-end part capable of driving this title at competitive frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent and expected pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p, the combo achieves extremely high frame rates across all settings, with Low settings producing an average of 330.9 FPS and High settings at 200.5 FPS. This suggests that at 1080p, the system is largely CPU-bound or at least not fully GPU-limited, as the frame rates far exceed what the GPU's raw pixel throughput would suggest for more demanding settings.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain very high but show a more pronounced GPU dependency. The Low setting average drops to 225.4 FPS, while Ultra falls to 93.8 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p on High settings shows a reduction from 200.5 FPS to 138.4 FPS, a 31% decrease. This is a typical response to a 1.78x increase in pixel count, indicating that the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck.

At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting component. The High setting average drops to 79.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 53.5 FPS. The difference between 1080p Low (330.9 FPS) and 4K Low (128.8 FPS) shows a 61% reduction in performance. This steep drop-off at 4K, particularly on Ultra settings, highlights that the RTX 4080 SUPER, while powerful, is still constrained by the massive pixel workload of 3840x2160 resolution. The data suggests that for smooth 4K Ultra gameplay, users would need to consider settings adjustments, as the 53.5 FPS average is below the 60 FPS threshold typically desired for a smooth experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 106 out of 1695 tested configurations places it in the top percentile of systems tested for Evolve. This is a strong showing, indicating that the pairing of the i7-14700K and RTX 4080 SUPER is well-balanced for this title. The rank reflects the combined capabilities of both components, with the GPU's high frame rate potential being supported by the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its contribution to this rank. The i7-14700K's average benchmark score of 70074 is virtually identical to the i7-14700KF, suggesting that the integrated graphics on the K variant do not impact performance. The CPU also performs within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, a newer and more expensive part, and is only 1.4% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8270. This competitive standing helps explain why the combo ranks as high as it does, as the CPU does not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios.

The GPU's rank among its peers further supports the combo's position. The RTX 4080 SUPER's score of 53610 is 2.9% higher than the RTX 5070 Ti and 0.2% higher than the RX 6900 XT. This suggests that the GPU is performing at or slightly above the level of its direct competitors, contributing to the combo's strong overall standing. The combination of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU results in a system that is well-positioned to handle the demands of Evolve at high frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 33 MB of L3 cache. This configuration provides significant multi-threaded capability, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44534 and Geekbench multi-core score of 18896.

In Evolve, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and game logic updates. The i7-14700K's high boost clock of 5.60 GHz is particularly beneficial for single-threaded performance, which is often the limiting factor in older FPS titles. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 6287 indicates strong per-thread performance, ensuring that the game's main thread does not become a bottleneck at high frame rates.

The data shows that at 1080p, the combo achieves frame rates up to 330.9 FPS on Low settings. This high ceiling suggests that the CPU is capable of handling the game's physics and AI calculations without significant delays. The CPU's 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs further reinforces its capability. While the GPU becomes the limiting factor at 4K, the CPU's strong performance ensures that it does not drag down frame rates at lower resolutions, allowing the RTX 4080 SUPER to operate at its full potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 330.9 FPS, Medium settings achieve 260.5 FPS, and High settings reach 200.5 FPS. The most demanding setting, Ultra, still yields a very playable 137.7 FPS average. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is capable of driving high refresh rate monitors with ease, even at the highest visual quality.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but shows the expected drop from the increased pixel count. Low settings average 225.4 FPS, Medium settings average 174.2 FPS, and High settings average 138.4 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 93.8 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent, with a roughly 30-32% reduction in frame rates across all settings.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 128.8 FPS, Medium settings average 97.7 FPS, and High settings average 79.1 FPS. Ultra settings produce an average of 53.5 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for a consistently smooth experience. The data shows that for 4K Ultra gameplay, users would need to accept lower frame rates or reduce settings to maintain higher FPS. The jump from High to Ultra at 4K represents a 32% drop in performance, from 79.1 FPS to 53.5 FPS, highlighting the significant cost of the highest quality settings.