Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti combination delivers a performance profile in Evolve that is heavily dictated by resolution and preset. The data indicates a system capable of high refresh rates at 1080p, but the demands of 4K UHD quickly cap the experience. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, the component roles, and how the pairing ranks among thousands of other tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic resolution scaling pattern, where the performance penalty from reducing pixel count is substantial. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 316 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 212 FPS, a reduction of 33%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 120 FPS, which is a 43% drop from the 1440p result and a 62% drop from the 1080p baseline. This steep decline at lower settings indicates the system is not purely GPU-limited at 1080p; the CPU is capable of feeding the graphics card enough data to reach very high frame rates.

The scaling curve changes character when the graphics load is increased. At High settings, the 1080p average is 192 FPS, dropping to 129 FPS at 1440p (a 33% reduction) and then to 73 FPS at 4K (a 43% reduction from 1440p). The relative drop from 1080p to 4K at High settings is 62%, which is identical to the Low setting percentage. This consistency suggests that the game's engine scales resolution demands linearly, and the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K regardless of the preset. The fact that the 1080p to 1440p drop is similar to the 1440p to 4K drop at both Low and High settings points to a well-balanced scaling curve, though the absolute frame rates at 4K are the limiting factor for high-refresh-rate displays.

At the Ultra preset, the pattern intensifies. The 1080p average is 133 FPS, which drops to 89 FPS at 1440p (a 33% reduction) and then to 51 FPS at 4K (a 43% reduction from 1440p). The 4K Ultra result of 51 FPS is the lowest measured average, indicating that this combination is not suitable for 4K Ultra gaming if a smooth 60 FPS baseline is required. The data shows that the RTX 5070 Ti is the limiting component at 4K, as the frame rate scales almost perfectly with the number of pixels being rendered, whereas at 1080p, the scaling is less severe, suggesting that the CPU's performance ceiling is being approached.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested hardware combinations, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti holds a rank of 266 out of 2872 configurations for Evolve. This puts the combo in the top 9.3% of all tested systems, indicating a high-performance tier. The rank reflects the combined capability of the CPU and GPU to run this specific game, and it is a strong showing for a desktop pairing.

This ranking is consistent with the individual component benchmarks. The CPU has a percentile rank of 90 against all CPUs, and the GPU has a percentile rank of 86 against all GPUs. The combination of two components that are both in the 86th-90th percentile of their respective categories results in a system that outperforms the vast majority of tested combos. However, it is not at the absolute top, and the 4K Ultra result of 51 FPS is likely what prevents the combo from ranking higher, as many top-tier systems would be able to maintain higher frame rates at that extreme setting. The data suggests that this is a very capable 1440p and high-refresh-rate 1080p machine, but it falls just short of being a top-tier 4K Ultra contender.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing for Evolve, especially as resolution increases. The GPU's memory configuration includes 16 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s. This large memory pool and high bandwidth are more than sufficient for a 2015 title like Evolve, even at 4K resolution, meaning the game is unlikely to be bottlenecked by video memory capacity or bandwidth.

The GPU's clock speeds are specified as a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2452 MHz. These clocks are high, and combined with the 8960 shading units, they allow the card to process the geometry and effects in Evolve efficiently. The benchmark scores for the GPU reflect its raw compute capability, with a Passmark G3D score of 32974 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6604. Its nearest rivals in the database, such as the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and RX 6800 XT, are within a 2% to 3.1% deltaPct, indicating that the RTX 5070 Ti is positioned in a competitive performance bracket.

The GPU's role is clearly defined by the resolution scaling. At 1080p Low, the GPU is not the bottleneck, as the frame rate of 316 FPS is likely capped by the CPU's ability to issue draw calls and process game logic. As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU's workload grows, and its performance characteristics become the primary factor in the final frame rate. The 4K High result of 73 FPS and the 4K Ultra result of 51 FPS demonstrate that the GPU is being fully utilized at these settings, and its performance is the limiting factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and presets. At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally fast. The Low preset yields an average of 316 FPS, which is the highest average in the entire dataset. The Medium preset averages 245 FPS with a minimum of 208 FPS and a maximum of 281 FPS, showing excellent frame pacing. The High preset averages 192 FPS, and even the Ultra preset achieves a solid 133 FPS. These results indicate that at 1080p, the system can easily drive high-refresh-rate monitors, with even the most demanding preset well above the 120 FPS threshold.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain very high but begin to show the GPU's workload. The Low preset averages 212 FPS, still excellent for competitive play. The Medium preset averages 164 FPS with a minimum of 139 FPS, which is a strong result for a high-refresh-rate 1440p panel. The High preset drops to 129 FPS, which remains smooth. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 89 FPS, which is a noticeable drop from the 1080p Ultra result but still playable for most users.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits are reached. The Low preset averages 120 FPS, which is a solid 4K experience. The Medium preset averages 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 FPS, which is still acceptable for a 60Hz display but will not saturate a 120Hz+ 4K monitor. The High preset drops to an average of 73 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action. The Ultra preset averages 51 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS target and may result in noticeable stuttering in stressful scenes. The data shows that the system is best suited for 1440p High or 4K Medium settings to maintain a stable, high frame rate.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p users with a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the High preset at 192 FPS is the best choice, offering a balance between visual quality and a frame rate that exceeds most monitor refresh rates. The Ultra preset at 133 FPS is also viable for 120Hz displays, but High provides a significant performance headroom without a major visual penalty in this older title.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 129 FPS is the sweet spot. It provides a smooth experience on 144Hz monitors and is a significant step up in visual fidelity compared to Medium. The Medium preset at 164 FPS is better suited for 165Hz+ monitors, but High offers a better visual experience for a negligible frame rate difference to most users. The Ultra preset at 89 FPS is only recommended for users with 60Hz to 90Hz displays who prioritize maximum graphical quality.

For 4K users, the Medium preset at 93 FPS is the clear recommendation. It is the only preset that maintains an average above 90 FPS, which is necessary for a smooth experience on 60Hz+ displays. The Low preset at 120 FPS is also viable, but Medium provides a substantial visual upgrade. The High preset at 73 FPS is acceptable for 60Hz displays but is riskier for maintaining a consistent frame rate. The Ultra preset at 51 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and the visual gain over Medium is not worth the significant performance loss.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 plays a critical role in ensuring the GPU can reach its full potential, particularly at lower resolutions. The CPU features 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This configuration, based on the Arrow Lake architecture, delivers strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 scores are 32924 for multi-core and 4648 for single-core, which are robust numbers for a desktop processor.

In Evolve, the CPU's role is most evident at 1080p. The fact that the Low preset at 1080p yields 316 FPS, while the High preset at 1080p yields 192 FPS, shows that the GPU is not the bottleneck at the lowest settings. The CPU's high single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Passmark single-thread score of 4394, is crucial for handling the game's physics and AI logic, which are typically single-threaded. The CPU's ability to maintain high frame rates at 1080p prevents it from becoming a limiting factor, even at the highest frame rates.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and the Intel Core i5-14600K, with deltaPct values of -0.5% and 0.8%, respectively. This indicates that the Ultra 5 245 is competitive with some of the best mid-range and high-end CPUs available. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB per core L2 cache provide ample data storage for game assets. The 65W TDP is also efficient, but the performance data shows that it does not compromise on speed. In this combo, the CPU provides a solid foundation that allows the RTX 5070 Ti to deliver its full performance at 1080p and 1440p, though its influence wanes as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at 4K.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall rank of this CPU and GPU combo for Evolve?*

A: The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti ranks 266th out of 2872 tested combinations for Evolve.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Evolve?*

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium, it averages 93 FPS, and at 4K High, it averages 73 FPS. The 4K Ultra preset drops to 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best preset for a 1440p 144Hz monitor?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 yields an average of 129 FPS, which is close to the 144Hz refresh rate and is the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset offers 164 FPS if higher frame rates are prioritized.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995, which is 0.4% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900. It is 0.6% higher than the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H and 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600K.

*Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Evolve?*

A: The highest average frame rate is 316 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low preset.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The data shows that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The frame rate scales significantly with resolution changes (e.g., from 212 FPS at 1440p Low to 120 FPS at 4K Low), indicating the graphics card is the bottleneck.