Evolve

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti combination delivers a remarkably consistent high-refresh-rate experience in Evolve, with the data showing a clear performance hierarchy that favors lower settings and resolutions. The pairing ranks in the 87th percentile of all tested combinations, indicating a strong, but not top-tier, position for this 2015 FPS title.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this CPU/GPU pair in Evolve?*

A: According to the measured data, the 1920x1080 Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 307 FPS. For a balanced experience, the 2560x1440 High preset offers 125 FPS average, while the 3840x2160 High preset provides 71 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 469th out of 3700 total tested combinations. This places it in the top 13% of all systems tested, demonstrating a strong overall performance level for this game.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti a limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The data indicates that at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields only 49 FPS average, while the Low preset yields 117 FPS. This significant spread suggests the GPU is heavily taxed at higher settings, but remains capable of playable frame rates at lower presets.

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 bottleneck the RTX 4070 Ti?

A: The data does not suggest a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 307 FPS, indicating the processor can feed the GPU sufficiently to achieve very high frame rates. The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs supports its capability.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Medium and High presets at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 averages 160 FPS, while the High preset averages 125 FPS. This shows a 35 FPS difference, indicating that High settings provide a more visually demanding experience with a corresponding reduction in frame rate.

Q: Should I use the Ultra preset for the best experience?

A: No, based on the data, the Ultra preset provides the lowest average frame rates at every resolution. At 1920x1080 it yields 129 FPS, but at 3840x2160 it drops to 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a 20-core, 20-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. Its base clock of 2.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.30 GHz are substantial, and the data shows this processor is a high performer, ranking in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. In Evolve, a game from 2015, the CPU's role is less about raw multi-threaded throughput and more about maintaining high single-thread performance to avoid bottlenecks at elevated frame rates.

The benchmark results for the CPU support this interpretation. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 42,216 in multi-core and 5,960 in single-core tests. The PassMark single-thread score is 4,689. These scores are important because Evolve's engine, like many FPS titles, relies heavily on a few primary threads for game logic and physics. The high single-core score of 5,960 in Cinebench R23 indicates that the CPU has the headroom to process these tasks quickly, ensuring that the GPU is not starved of data.

The measured FPS data confirms this. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 307 FPS. This is an extremely high frame rate that would be impossible if the CPU were a limiting factor. The fact that the system can reach this level indicates the 265's 5.30 GHz boost clock is effectively utilized. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache also aids in keeping frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency. While the CPU has 20 cores, the game's performance at lower resolutions is more indicative of strong single-thread performance than multi-core scaling. The processor's performance in the PassMark physics test (2,923) also suggests it can handle the game's physics calculations without issue.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this configuration. It comes with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The GPU's boost clock is 2610 MHz, and it features 7,680 shading units. The data shows the GPU ranks in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, making it a strong performer, but its role in Evolve is heavily dependent on the selected settings and resolution.

The GPU's performance scaling across settings is the clearest indicator of its workload. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 307 FPS on Low to 129 FPS on Ultra. This 178 FPS difference shows how much the GPU is stressed by the higher visual fidelity of the Ultra preset, which includes more complex lighting and shadow effects. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is ample for a 2015 title, even at 4K, so memory capacity is not a bottleneck. The memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s is also sufficient for the game's textures.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations become more apparent. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 4K yields 71 FPS, which is playable. The PassMark G3D score of 31,624 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5,024 provide a synthetic reference for the GPU's capabilities, but the in-game data shows a significant performance penalty at 4K with high settings. The GPU's performance at 2560x1440 is strong, with the High preset achieving 125 FPS, indicating that 1440p is the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti ranks 469th out of 3,700 tested combinations in Evolve. This places it in the top 12.7% of all systems, a strong result. The rank is a composite measure of the system's performance across all tested settings, giving it a high overall score. The data indicates that this is a high-performing combination for this game.

To contextualize this rank, we can compare the individual components to their nearest rivals. The CPU is 0.3% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F and 0.7% faster than the AMD EPYC 7343, while being 0.3% slower than the AMD EPYC 4464P and 0.7% slower than the AMD EPYC 9124. This shows the 265 is at the very top of its performance class, with negligible differences to its closest competitors.

The GPU is 1.6% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A6000, but 0.8% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile and 1.3% slower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT. This places the 4070 Ti in a competitive position, though not the absolute fastest. The combination of a top-tier CPU and a strong, but not flagship, GPU results in the 469th rank. The ranking suggests that while the CPU is not a limiting factor, the GPU's performance at higher settings and resolutions prevents the combo from reaching the very top echelons of the database.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings for this configuration depend on the user's display and performance priorities. For competitive play at high refresh rates, the 1920x1080 Low preset is the clear choice, as it delivers an average of 307 FPS. This ensures the highest possible frame pacing and lowest input latency. For a balance of visual quality and performance, the 2560x1440 High preset is recommended, offering 125 FPS average. This provides a significant improvement in visual detail over the Low preset while maintaining a frame rate that is smooth on high-refresh-rate monitors.

The Ultra preset is not recommended for any resolution. Even at 1080p, it reduces the average frame rate to 129 FPS, a substantial drop from the High preset's 187 FPS. At 4K, the Ultra preset's 49 FPS average is below the playable threshold. The Medium preset is a viable alternative for users with a 4K display, providing 91 FPS at 3840x2160, which is smoother than High's 71 FPS but with lower visual fidelity. For users with a 1440p display, the Medium preset's 160 FPS is a good option for those who prefer higher frame rates over maximum visual detail. The data shows that the High preset is the best all-around choice for most scenarios, offering a strong balance between visual quality and performance across all tested resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the system's performance across all settings and resolutions. The following breakdown uses only the average FPS values from the fact pack, as min and max values are only available for the Medium preset.

1920x1080:

• Low: 307 FPS average. This is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo.
• Medium: 238 FPS average, with a min of 202 and a max of 274.
• High: 187 FPS average.
• Ultra: 129 FPS average.

2560x1440:

• Low: 206 FPS average.
• Medium: 160 FPS average, with a min of 136 and a max of 184.
• High: 125 FPS average.
• Ultra: 87 FPS average.

3840x2160:

• Low: 117 FPS average.
• Medium: 91 FPS average, with a min of 77 and a max of 105.
• High: 71 FPS average.
• Ultra: 49 FPS average.

The data shows a consistent scaling pattern. Moving from Low to Ultra at any resolution incurs a significant performance cost. At 1080p, the cost is 178 FPS; at 1440p, it's 119 FPS; and at 4K, it's 68 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is the primary determinant of performance. The Medium preset's min and max FPS values also show good frame pacing, with the min never falling below 77 FPS even at 4K, suggesting a stable experience. The high average FPS at 1080p and 1440p with lower settings confirms that this combo is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming in Evolve.