Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 721st out of 2872 tested combos in Evolve, placing it in the top 25% of all configurations. This is a strong position that reflects the combination of a high-end mobile processor with a top-tier desktop GPU. The rank indicates that this setup delivers a highly capable experience in this title, comfortably outclassing the majority of systems tested. The data shows the pairing is well-balanced for this specific game, with the GPU clearly able to push high frame rates while the CPU keeps up without becoming a significant constraint.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 721 out of 2872 positions this configuration in the upper quartile of all tested systems for Evolve. This is a decisive result, indicating that the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and RTX 5080 combination is more than sufficient to handle the game's demands. The ranking suggests that this setup is not merely playable but is likely to provide a high-refresh-rate experience at most resolutions. The performance level is consistent with a pairing designed for high-end gaming, where the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates, and the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid bottlenecking. The fact that the data is measured, rather than estimated, adds weight to this ranking, confirming real-world performance rather than theoretical projections.

The CPU itself, by its standalone benchmarks, sits in the 83rd percentile of all processors, with an average benchmark score of 32697. Its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14600T with a score of 32707 and a deltaPct of 0, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 with a score of 32662 and a deltaPct of 0.1, are virtually identical in overall processing power. This means the CPU is a very consistent performer, and its contribution to the combo rank is stable and predictable. The GPU is in the 87th percentile of all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 56083, and its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, is actually 2.2% faster. This indicates that while the GPU is a high performer, it is not the absolute fastest, but its pairing with the capable CPU still yields a top-quartile result in Evolve.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications are central to the measured performance. It comes with 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s. This substantial memory pool is more than enough for Evolve at any settings preset, ensuring that texture streaming and high-resolution assets do not cause stuttering or frame drops. The GPU's clock speeds are a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2617 MHz, which are high figures that contribute directly to the raw compute throughput of 56.28 TFLOPS. This level of compute power is what allows the card to maintain high frame rates even at 4K resolution.

The GPU's performance is further contextualized by its benchmark scores, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 8637 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 255450. These scores show that the card is exceptionally well-suited for modern graphics APIs, which is relevant since Evolve uses DirectX. The Passmark G3D score of 36565 places it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs, confirming its position as a high-end part. Relative to its nearest rivals, the RTX 5080 is 0.6% faster than the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, but 2.2% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE. These tight margins show that while the card is powerful, the performance difference between it and its closest competitors is minimal, and the overall experience in Evolve is driven more by the settings and resolution chosen than by small percentage differences in raw GPU power.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal balance between visual quality and performance is achieved at the High preset across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, the High preset yields an average of 157 FPS, which is an exceptional experience for a fast-paced FPS. At 2560x1440, High drops to an average of 105 FPS, which is still very smooth and well above the threshold for competitive play. Even at 3840x2160, the High preset maintains a playable average of 60 FPS, making it the best choice for a consistent experience across all display types.

The Medium preset is the fallback for those who want higher frame rates, but the data shows it is not necessary for a good experience. At 1080p, Medium produces 200 FPS, and at 1440p, it produces 134 FPS, both of which are excellent. However, the jump from Medium to High is visually significant, and the frame rate cost is relatively small, especially at 1440p where the difference is 29 FPS (134 to 105). The Ultra preset, while offering the maximum visual fidelity, severely impacts performance, dropping to 109 FPS at 1080p, 73 FPS at 1440p, and only 41 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is below the 60 FPS target, making it less desirable for a fluid experience. Given that High provides a 60 FPS experience at 4K and over 100 FPS at 1440p, it is the clear recommendation for the best overall balance. The Low preset, while achieving high frame rates, is not recommended as it sacrifices too much visual quality for performance that is already more than adequate on the High preset.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a clear picture of performance scaling across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 258 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the entire dataset. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 200 FPS with a minimum of 170 FPS and a maximum of 230 FPS, showing a stable frame time variance. The High preset delivers 157 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings the average down to 109 FPS. This shows a smooth and predictable degradation of performance as settings increase, with the GPU having ample headroom at this resolution to run even the most demanding presets at high speeds.

At 2560x1440, the trend continues. The Low preset achieves 173 FPS, which is still exceptionally high. The Medium preset yields 134 FPS, with a minimum of 114 FPS and a maximum of 154 FPS, indicating a consistent frame pacing. The High preset delivers a solid 105 FPS, which is ideal for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The Ultra preset drops to 73 FPS, which is still playable but shows the increased load on the GPU at this resolution. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a performance cost of roughly 33% across most settings, which is typical for a resolution increase of this magnitude.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed much harder. The Low preset achieves 98 FPS, which is still a very good result for 4K gaming. The Medium preset drops to 76 FPS, with a minimum of 65 FPS and a maximum of 88 FPS, providing a playable experience. The High preset hits an average of 60 FPS, which is the baseline for smooth console-like performance and is exactly on the target. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 41 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for a fluid experience and indicates that this setting is too demanding for the card at this resolution. The data clearly shows that for 4K, High is the maximum recommended preset to maintain a stable 60 FPS experience.

FAQ

*Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combo in Evolve?*

A: The combo ranks 721st out of 2872 tested configurations, placing it in the top 25% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 5080 compared to its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE?

A: The RTX 5080 is actually 2.2% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, based on average benchmark scores. It is, however, 0.6% faster than the AMD Radeon 8060S and 0.7% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB.

*Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K resolution with a playable frame rate?*

A: Yes, at 3840x2160 with the High preset, the system achieves an average of 60 FPS. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 41 FPS, which is not recommended for a smooth experience.

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

A: The High preset is the best choice for 2560x1440, delivering an average of 105 FPS. This provides a great balance between visual quality and performance, well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest recorded frame rate is 258 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5080 have, and is it sufficient for this game?

A: The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR7 memory. This is more than sufficient for Evolve at any resolution or settings preset, ensuring there are no memory-related performance bottlenecks.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H plays a supporting role in this configuration, but its specifications ensure it does not bottleneck the powerful GPU. It features 16 cores and 22 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. This high thread count and boost capability are crucial for maintaining consistent frame pacing in Evolve, which can be sensitive to CPU performance in complex scenes. The CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce latency for frequently accessed data, while its dual-channel memory support with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s provides sufficient data throughput to feed the GPU.

The CPU's standalone benchmarks show it is a robust performer. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15028 and single-core score of 1743 indicate strong all-around processing power. The Passmark multithread score of 24873 and single-thread score of 3468 further confirm its capability. Its average benchmark score of 32697 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it is more powerful than the vast majority of processors. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600T, has a nearly identical average score of 32707, showing that it is a very competitive mid-range-to-high-end mobile chip. In the context of Evolve, this CPU performance is more than adequate to handle the game's logic and AI, ensuring that the frame rate is primarily determined by the GPU. The data suggests that the CPU is not a limiting factor in any of the measured scenarios, as the frame rates scale predictably with GPU load across different resolutions and settings.