Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and Intel Arc B370 combination delivers playable performance in Archeage only at 1920x1080 with Low settings, where the recorded average FPS reaches 65. At higher resolutions or more demanding presets, the frame rates fall below the 60 FPS playability threshold, making this pairing suitable primarily for 1080p gaming with reduced visual fidelity.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Archeage at 60 FPS?

A: Yes, but only at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. The recorded average FPS at that configuration is 65. At Medium settings, the average drops to 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo?

A: The only resolution with a playable setting is 1920x1080. At 2560x1440, even Low settings yield only 43 FPS. At 3840x2160, the highest recorded average is 25 FPS on Low, which is far below the playability threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 has an average benchmark score of 19593, placing it in the 73rd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (score 19617, 0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i5-12500 (score 19668, 0.4% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-10700F (score 19499, 0.5% behind). The differences are within 1% across these chips.

Q: How does the GPU compare to similar graphics cards?

A: The Intel Arc B370 has an average benchmark score of 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (score 1186, 0.2% ahead), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (score 1190, 0.5% ahead), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (score 1192, 0.7% ahead). The AMD FirePro M2000 trails by 1.4% with a score of 1168.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 2560x1440?

A: At 2560x1440, the best average FPS is 43 on Low settings. Medium settings produce 39 FPS (min 33, max 44), High produces 26 FPS, and Ultra produces 18 FPS. None of these configurations reach the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary constraint. The Intel Arc B370 scores in the 5th percentile among GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 5500 sits in the 73rd percentile among CPUs. The large gap between CPU capability and GPU performance indicates that the graphics card holds back the system, especially at higher resolutions where frame rates drop dramatically.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals in the database, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500's closest matches are the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430, Intel Core i5-12500, and Intel Core i7-10700F. The Ryzen AI 5 430 scores 19617, just 0.1% higher than the 5500's 19593. The Core i5-12500 scores 19668, 0.4% higher, while the Core i7-10700F scores 19499, 0.5% lower. These processors would behave nearly identically in Archeage, with differences well within measurement noise.

For the graphics side, the Intel Arc B370's nearest rivals are all older or lower-end cards. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, each within 1% of the Arc B370's 1184. The AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, trailing by 1.4%. These GPUs would produce similar frame rates in Archeage, meaning the system's performance ceiling is firmly tied to this low-end graphics tier.

When pairing a Ryzen 5 5500 with any of these comparable GPUs, the expected performance in Archeage would remain in the same range: playable only at 1080p Low, with all other configurations falling short of 60 FPS. Users considering an upgrade path should note that the CPU has substantial headroom, but the GPU would need a significant step up to enable higher resolutions or presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and Intel Arc B370 ranks 3423rd out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage, placing it in the bottom 7.7% of all systems in the database. This low ranking reflects the GPU's weak performance relative to the field, as the CPU alone would rank much higher based on its 73rd percentile standing.

The rank position indicates that most other tested combinations deliver better frame rates in this game. The 285-combo gap from the bottom of the list suggests that while this system is not the absolute worst, it sits very close to the lower end of playable hardware. The recorded data shows that only the 1080p Low preset achieves an average above 60 FPS, and even that is marginal at 65 FPS.

For context, the 73rd percentile CPU ranking contrasts sharply with the 5th percentile GPU ranking. This imbalance means the combo's overall position is dragged down almost entirely by the graphics card. Users building a system around this CPU would see dramatically better Archeage performance with a stronger GPU, as the processor has ample compute headroom to support higher frame rates.

The Verdict

This PC can run Archeage, but with significant limitations. The verdict by resolution shows no playable settings at 3840x2160 or 2560x1440, meaning every configuration at those resolutions fails to reach 60 FPS. At 1920x1080, the Low preset is the only playable option, delivering an average of 65 FPS.

The frame rate scaling across resolutions illustrates the GPU's constraints. At 1080p Low, the system hits 65 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops the average to 43 FPS, a 33.8% reduction. At 4K Low, the average falls to 25 FPS, a further 41.9% drop from 1440p. These steep declines indicate the graphics card cannot sustain playable performance beyond 1080p.

For presets at 1080p, the progression is clear: Low at 65 FPS, Medium at 57 FPS, High at 39 FPS, and Ultra at 27 FPS. The jump from Low to Medium costs 8 FPS and drops below the threshold, while Ultra nearly halves the Low setting's frame rate. Users who prioritize smooth gameplay should stick with Low settings at 1080p, accepting reduced visual quality for consistent performance.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Archeage. The Ryzen 5 5500, with its 73rd percentile ranking and average score of 19593, provides ample processing power for this MMORPG. Its nearest rivals, all within 1% in benchmark scores, confirm that CPU performance is not the bottleneck in this system.

The Intel Arc B370, however, ranks in the 5th percentile with an average score of 1184, and its nearest rivals are all older cards from the Radeon HD era. This GPU is the limiting factor at every resolution and preset combination. The frame rate drops from resolution to resolution follow a pattern consistent with GPU-bound performance: scaling down resolution from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by roughly one-third, and further to 4K reduces it by another two-fifths.

At 1080p, the game's CPU demands appear modest relative to the GPU's capacity. The difference between Low (65 FPS) and Medium (57 FPS) suggests that as settings increase, the GPU struggles with added effects and geometry, while the CPU maintains its ability to feed frames. The 8 FPS gap between presets is typical of a system where the graphics card is nearing its limit.

At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes even more dominant in determining performance. Low settings at 1440p produce 43 FPS, while High produces 26 FPS, a 65% difference. At 4K, Low produces 25 FPS and High produces 15 FPS, a 67% difference. These patterns confirm that the GPU's fill rate and shading capacity are the primary constraints, with the CPU contributing little to frame rate variation across settings.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Low, with an average of 65 FPS. Medium settings fall short at 57 FPS, and High (39 FPS) and Ultra (27 FPS) are significantly below the threshold. Users targeting 1080p should select Low for the only playable experience.

At 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The best average is 43 FPS on Low, followed by Medium at 39 FPS (min 33, max 44), High at 26 FPS, and Ultra at 18 FPS. While Low provides the highest frame rate, it remains 17 FPS below the playability threshold, making 1440p impractical for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the situation is worse. Low settings produce 25 FPS, Medium produces 22 FPS (min 19, max 25), High produces 15 FPS, and Ultra produces 10 FPS. None of these configurations approach 60 FPS, and even the best case at Low is less than half the required frame rate. This resolution is not viable for Archeage with this hardware.

For users willing to accept frame rates below 60 FPS, 1440p Low at 43 FPS or Medium at 39 FPS could provide a more detailed image, but the smoothness penalty is substantial. The recorded data consistently shows that this system's sweet spot is 1080p Low, where the 65 FPS average provides headroom for occasional dips without falling below playable levels.