Archeage

Intel Core i7-13700K paired with Intel Arc B370 is a severely unbalanced combo for Archeage, where the GPU becomes the overwhelming bottleneck at every resolution. The CPU is a high-end 16-core Raptor Lake part, ranking in the 89th percentile of all tested processors, while the Arc B370 is an integrated-class graphics solution that sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. The recorded data shows that this combination fails to reach a 60 FPS average at 1440p or 4K on any preset, and only manages to clear that threshold at 1080p with Low settings. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance, nearby alternatives, and what this means for playability.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the CPU side, the Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, placing it within a narrow band of comparable processors. The nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971, a difference of only -0.2% from the Intel part. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is also extremely close at 47022, just -0.3% behind. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46654, which is 0.5% lower than the i7-13700K, and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 matches that with 46653, also 0.5% behind. In practical terms, any of these four processors would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound performance in Archeage, meaning the choice between them would have no measurable impact on the frame rates recorded for this combo.

The GPU situation is far more telling. The Intel Arc B370 scores a mere 1184 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, and its nearest rivals are all legacy or low-end parts. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186, just -0.2% above the Arc B370, while the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190, -0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192, -0.7% above, and the AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168, which is 1.4% below the Intel part. This grouping indicates that anyone considering the Arc B370 for gaming should expect performance in the range of decade-old discrete GPUs or integrated graphics from that era. The data strongly suggests that this GPU is not designed for modern gaming workloads, and Archeage's measured frame rates confirm that limitation.

CPU and GPU Roles

The division of labor between the Core i7-13700K and the Arc B370 is heavily skewed toward the GPU as the limiting factor. At 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the GPU's low compute throughput caps the frame rate. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a drop from 65 FPS to 27 FPS, a reduction of 58% across the preset range. This steep decline is typical of a GPU-bound scenario where higher settings increase pixel shading and texture work, overwhelming the weak GPU. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, is not the constraint here; its 3DMark max-thread score of 12412 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745 are far beyond what an MMORPG like Archeage requires.

Moving to 1440p, the GPU bottleneck becomes even more pronounced. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 43 at 1440p to 65 at 1080p, a 34% reduction purely from resolution scaling. At High settings, the 1440p average of 26 FPS versus 39 FPS at 1080p is a 33% drop. These consistent percentage decreases align with the GPU's fill rate limits rather than any CPU limitation. The Arc B370's pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are simply insufficient for higher resolutions, and the data confirms that the CPU's role is passive: it waits for the GPU to finish each frame.

At 4K, the situation is dire. The Ultra preset averages 10 FPS, and even Low only reaches 25 FPS. The scaling from 1080p Low (65 FPS) to 4K Low (25 FPS) represents a 62% performance loss, which is consistent with the increase in pixel count from 2.1 million to 8.3 million (roughly 4x the pixels). The GPU cannot keep up with the rendering demand, and the CPU's performance is irrelevant at this point. The data clearly shows that the Core i7-13700K is never the bottleneck in this pairing; every frame rate limitation traces directly to the Arc B370's capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the only resolution where this combo approaches playability, the measurements show a wide spread across presets. Low settings deliver an average of 65 FPS, which is the only preset that exceeds the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings drop to 57 FPS average, with a minimum of 49 FPS and a maximum of 66 FPS, meaning the frame rate fluctuates around the threshold but does not consistently hold it. High settings average 39 FPS, and Ultra averages 27 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 38 FPS, or 58% lower, which illustrates how sensitive this GPU is to settings changes.

At 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS. Low settings average 43 FPS, Medium averages 39 FPS with a range of 33 to 44 FPS, High averages 26 FPS, and Ultra averages 18 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 33 FPS indicates that even the smoother settings experience significant dips, likely during crowded scenes common in MMORPGs. The drop from 1080p Low (65 FPS) to 1440p Low (43 FPS) is a 34% reduction, and the same pattern holds for High settings (39 FPS to 26 FPS, a 33% drop). The Ultra preset at 1440p is essentially unplayable at 18 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the results are marginal at best. Low settings average 25 FPS, Medium averages 22 FPS with a minimum of 19 and maximum of 25, High averages 15 FPS, and Ultra averages 10 FPS. None of these are close to the 60 FPS threshold, and even the best-case Low preset falls 58% short. The Medium preset's narrow range of 19 to 25 FPS shows that the GPU is maxed out and cannot produce any meaningful frame rate variance. For any 4K display, this combo is not viable for Archeage, regardless of settings.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, this PC can run Archeage, but only under very specific conditions. The verdict by resolution is clear: at 3840x2160, there are no playable settings, meaning no preset reaches 60 FPS average. At 2560x1440, the same is true: no settings are playable. The only playable configuration is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, which delivers an average of 65 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. The best settings at 1080p are Low, and the average FPS at those settings is 65.

For anyone using a 1080p monitor, the game is technically playable, but with significant compromises. Low settings mean reduced draw distances, simpler shadows, and lower texture quality, which may affect the visual experience of Archeage's large open-world environments. At 1440p or 4K, the answer is a definitive no: the frame rates are too low for a smooth MMORPG experience, and the minimum FPS values (such as 19 FPS at 4K Medium) would cause noticeable stuttering in combat or crowded areas. The data does not support any playable configuration beyond 1080p Low.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Archeage at 60 FPS on a 1440p monitor?

A: No. The measured results show that at 2560x1440, no preset reaches 60 FPS. The highest average is 43 FPS at Low settings, and Ultra drops to 18 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for 1080p gameplay?

A: The only playable preset at 1920x1080 is Low, which averages 65 FPS. Medium averages 57 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the CPU compare to similar processors?

A: The Core i7-13700K scores 46881 on average, with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 just -0.2% higher and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX 0.5% lower. Performance is effectively identical among these rivals.

Q: Is the GPU's performance comparable to any modern graphics card?

A: No. The Arc B370's nearest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (-0.2%), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (-0.5%), and AMD Radeon HD 7650M (-0.7%), all of which are legacy parts.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 22, with a minimum of 19 and maximum of 25. This is far below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance in Archeage?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's benchmark scores are high (89th percentile), while the GPU ranks in the 5th percentile. The frame rates scale with resolution and settings in a way that matches GPU limitations, not CPU constraints.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Archeage, the Core i7-13700K plus Arc B370 ranks 3423 out of 3708 total combos. This places it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, which aligns with the measured frame rates. The high-end CPU does not compensate for the GPU's weak performance; the combo rank reflects the overall experience, which is poor except for the single 1080p Low scenario. For context, the CPU alone ranks in the 89th percentile of all processors, but the GPU's 5th percentile ranking drags the entire combo down. Any system with a more capable GPU, even a mid-range part from the last decade, would likely outperform this pairing in Archeage, as the GPU's nearest rivals are all older ATI and AMD parts with similar scores. The data shows that this combo is only suitable for low-resolution, low-settings gaming, and it is not recommended for anyone expecting a smooth MMORPG experience at higher presets.