Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a playable but not flawless experience in Evolve, with performance that scales predictably with resolution and settings. The data indicates that this pairing is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it achieves high frame rates across all quality presets, while 4K Ultra presents a significant challenge, dropping to just 33 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 123 FPS. Moving to 1440p High reduces this to 83 FPS, a drop of approximately 33%. At 4K High, the average falls further to 47 FPS, representing another 43% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep decline strongly indicates that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 becomes the primary limiting factor as pixel count rises.

The scaling behavior is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 203 FPS at 1080p to 136 FPS at 1440p (a 33% decrease), and then to 77 FPS at 4K (a 43% decrease from 1440p). The similar proportional drops across different quality settings confirm that resolution, rather than graphical complexity, is the dominant variable here.

The gap between 1080p and 4K performance is substantial. At Medium settings, the average FPS falls from 157 at 1080p to 105 at 1440p and then to 60 at 4K. This means that at 4K Medium, the system delivers roughly 38% of the frame rate achievable at 1080p Medium. For a game like Evolve, a 4K experience is possible but only at lower quality presets, as the Ultra preset at 4K yields just 33 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

The data suggests that the RTX 5060's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory interface are adequate for 1080p and 1440p but become strained at 4K. The 4K Ultra result of 33 FPS is particularly telling, as it shows the GPU struggling with the combined load of high resolution and maximum graphical fidelity. Users targeting 4K would need to compromise significantly on settings, with Low providing a playable 77 FPS but losing most visual enhancements.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process from TSMC. It features 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units. The GPU's boost clock is rated at 2497 MHz, with a base clock of 2280 MHz. These specifications place it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs according to benchmark data.

In Evolve, the GPU's role is clearly dominant at higher resolutions. The 4K results show a consistent pattern where the RTX 5060's capabilities determine the final frame rate. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which appears sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but limits performance at 4K Ultra where memory pressure and bandwidth requirements increase.

The GPU's compute capabilities, measured at 19.18 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, are put to the test in this game. The texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s help explain why the system performs well at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the 203 FPS average demonstrates that the GPU is not the bottleneck when the workload is light.

Benchmark comparisons show the RTX 5060 is closely matched with several rivals. It scores within 1.2% of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT and is just 0.3% behind both the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 in average benchmark scores. This indicates that while the RTX 5060 is a capable mid-range card, it does not offer a significant performance advantage over its closest competitors in synthetic tests.

The GPU's 30 ray tracing cores and 120 tensor cores suggest it has modern features, but Evolve's release in 2015 predates widespread ray tracing adoption. The game's performance is therefore primarily dependent on raw rasterization power, which the RTX 5060 provides in adequate measure for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 features 14 cores and 14 threads, operating at a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This processor, built on the Arrow Lake architecture with a 3 nm process from TSMC, has a 24 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU's benchmark scores show it performs in the 90th percentile of all processors, indicating strong overall capability.

In Evolve, the CPU's role becomes apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU is not the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 203 FPS, which suggests the CPU can feed the GPU effectively at high frame rates. The processor's single-thread performance, measured at 4648 in Cinebench R23, is particularly relevant for a game from 2015 that likely relies on fewer cores.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924. This ensures that even if Evolve utilizes multiple threads, the processor has ample headroom. The 14 cores and 14 threads configuration, while unusual (no hyperthreading), provides sufficient parallel processing capability for modern workloads and this older game title.

Comparing the Core Ultra 5 245 to its nearest rivals shows it is well-positioned. It scores 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600K and 0.6% higher than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H in average benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and AMD Ryzen 9 7900 score 0.4% and 0.5% higher respectively, placing the Intel chip in a tightly contested performance band.

The CPU's 65 W TDP indicates efficient power usage, and its DDR5 memory support with dual-channel configuration provides a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. This bandwidth is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU in most scenarios. The processor's PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes ensures the RTX 5060, which uses PCIe 5.0 x8, has adequate bandwidth for data transfer.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1080p is the optimal resolution, with all settings presets achieving playable frame rates. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 85 FPS, while 1080p High reaches 123 FPS. The 1440p results are also playable, with High averaging 83 FPS, but 4K requires significant compromises.

*Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K?*

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 77, and at 4K Medium it drops to 60. The 4K High and Ultra presets produce 47 FPS and 33 FPS respectively, which are below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5060 scores within 1.2% of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT and is 0.3% behind both the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 in average benchmark scores. This indicates very similar overall performance among these GPUs.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 powerful enough for this game?

A: Yes, the CPU performs in the 90th percentile of all processors. It scores 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600K and 0.6% higher than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H. The processor's strong single-thread performance (4648 in Cinebench R23) is well-suited for a game released in 2015.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 1440p Medium, the system averages 105 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and a maximum of 121 FPS. This provides a smooth gaming experience with good visual quality.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combination ranks 1233 out of 2872 tested combos for Evolve, placing it in the upper-middle range of all tested systems.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 1233 out of 2872 tested combos for Evolve. This places the system in the 43rd percentile of all tested configurations, indicating it performs better than roughly 57% of the systems tested but is outclassed by a significant portion of higher-end hardware.

This ranking reflects the mid-range nature of both components. The RTX 5060 sits in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, while the Core Ultra 5 245 is in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The combination's overall rank is pulled down by the GPU's relative position, suggesting that the graphics card is the more limiting factor in this pairing.

The rank of 1233 out of 2872 means there are 1639 tested combos that perform worse, but also 1232 that perform better. For a game released in 2015, this level of performance is respectable, as the hardware is significantly more powerful than what was available at the game's launch. The data confirms that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and can handle 1440p at reduced settings.

Compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 5060's performance is closely matched with several other cards. The fact that it ranks just 0.3% behind the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550 in synthetic benchmarks suggests that real-world gaming performance will be similar among these options. The CPU's position, ranking 0.8% above the Intel Core i5-14600K, provides a solid foundation that does not hold back the GPU in most scenarios.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the measured average FPS for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination in Evolve:

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low settings: 203 FPS average
• Medium settings: 157 FPS average, with a minimum of 134 FPS and maximum of 181 FPS
• High settings: 123 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 85 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low settings: 136 FPS average
• Medium settings: 105 FPS average, with a minimum of 90 FPS and maximum of 121 FPS
• High settings: 83 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 57 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low settings: 77 FPS average
• Medium settings: 60 FPS average, with a minimum of 51 FPS and maximum of 69 FPS
• High settings: 47 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 33 FPS average

The 1080p results show that this combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors at all settings. Even at Ultra, the 85 FPS average exceeds the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 157 FPS is particularly strong, offering a balance between visual quality and performance.

At 1440p, the system maintains playable frame rates across all settings. The Ultra preset's 57 FPS average is slightly below 60 FPS, but the High preset at 83 FPS provides comfortable headroom. The Medium preset's minimum of 90 FPS ensures consistent performance without significant dips.

The 4K results are more challenging. Only the Low preset at 77 FPS and Medium at 60 FPS provide acceptable performance. The High preset at 47 FPS and Ultra at 33 FPS fall below the threshold for smooth gameplay, suggesting that users targeting 4K should stick to Low or Medium settings for the best experience.