Archeage

The Intel Core i7-14700K paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents an unusual combination for Archeage: a very strong processor driving a graphics solution that ranks near the bottom of the database. The recorded data shows that this system can handle the game at 1080p with specific settings, but higher resolutions fall short of the 60 FPS threshold. The following analysis breaks down the measured performance, component roles, and what the numbers imply for playability.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160 (4K), no settings preset reaches the 60 FPS target. The highest average frame rate recorded at this resolution is 28 FPS on Low settings, followed by 25 FPS on Medium, 17 FPS on High, and 11 FPS on Ultra. None of these values approach 60 FPS, so the database lists no playable settings for 4K.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the situation is similar. The best average is 48 FPS on Low, with Medium at 43 FPS, High at 29 FPS, and Ultra at 20 FPS. Again, no preset clears the 60 FPS threshold, and the verdict confirms that no playable settings exist at this resolution.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the data shows a different outcome. Low settings produce an average of 71 FPS, which comfortably exceeds 60 FPS. Medium settings average 64 FPS, also above the threshold, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS. High settings drop to 43 FPS average, and Ultra falls to 29 FPS. The best playable preset is Medium, with an average of 64 FPS, making it the most demanding setting that stays at or above 60 FPS. Low is also playable but at a lower visual quality, while High and Ultra are not viable for smooth gameplay.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data indicates a severe bottleneck on the graphics side. The Intel Arc B390 has a percentile rank of 9 among all GPUs, meaning it outperforms only a small fraction of the database. Its average benchmark score of 1482 places it near the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, which scores 1463, and the GeForce 800M at 1460. The GPU’s low standing is reflected in the frame rates: even with a high-end CPU like the i7-14700K, the system cannot push past 71 FPS at 1080p Low, and 4K performance collapses to single digits or low twenties.

The CPU, in contrast, is a top-tier part. The i7-14700K sits in the 94th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 69355. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515, delta -0.2%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875, delta -0.7%), indicating that the processor is not the limiting factor. The scaling between resolutions makes this clear: from 1080p Low (71 FPS) to 1440p Low (48 FPS) is a 32% drop, and from 1440p Low to 4K Low (28 FPS) is another 42% drop. These large reductions are typical of GPU-bound scenarios, where increased pixel counts overwhelm the graphics processor.

Preset scaling further confirms the GPU’s dominance. At 1080p, moving from Low to Medium reduces the average by 7 FPS (71 to 64), but from Medium to High it drops by 21 FPS (64 to 43), and from High to Ultra by 14 FPS (43 to 29). At 1440p, the same pattern holds: Low to Medium is a 5 FPS drop, Medium to High is 14 FPS, and High to Ultra is 9 FPS. At 4K, Low to Medium is 3 FPS, Medium to High is 8 FPS, and High to Ultra is 6 FPS. The consistent, steep declines with each preset step point to the GPU’s limited shading units (1536) and texture mapping units (48) struggling with increased effects and draw calls, while the CPU has ample headroom (20 cores, 28 threads) for game logic and networking.

The CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU can keep up. At 1080p Medium, the system holds an average of 64 FPS with a minimum of 54, suggesting that the processor can feed frames steadily. However, even the strongest CPU cannot compensate for the GPU’s weak pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s, which limit fill rates at high resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

For the GPU, the nearest rivals are all NVIDIA parts from older generations. The Intel Arc B390’s average score of 1482 is just 1.3% ahead of the GeForce GT 520MX (1463), 1.5% ahead of the GeForce 800M (1460), 2.5% ahead of the GT 625 OEM (1446), and 2.7% ahead of the GT 710 (1443). These delta values are small, meaning that swapping the Arc B390 for any of these GPUs would yield nearly identical frame rates in Archeage. The GT 520MX and GT 710 are particularly close, so users with those older cards would see similar performance at the same settings. The GT 625 OEM and 800M also fall within a narrow band, confirming that the Arc B390 is firmly in entry-level graphics territory.

For the CPU, the nearest rivals are all AMD processors. The i7-14700K’s average score of 69355 is 0.1% behind the AMD EPYC 9115 (69288), 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515), 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875), and 0.9% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69996). These deltas are negligible, so any of these CPUs would deliver the same gaming performance when paired with the Arc B390. The processor choice makes no practical difference in Archeage because the GPU is the limiting factor; the CPU’s massive multi-threaded capabilities (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33440.5) are irrelevant when the GPU cannot render frames fast enough.

The Verdict

The data clearly answers whether this PC can run Archeage. At 1920x1080, the system is playable on Low and Medium settings. Low averages 71 FPS, and Medium averages 64 FPS, both above the 60 FPS threshold. The best playable setting is Medium, with an average of 64 FPS, a minimum of 54 FPS, and a maximum of 73 FPS. High and Ultra at 1080p fall below 60 FPS (43 and 29 FPS respectively), so they are not recommended for smooth play.

At 2560x1440, no settings preset reaches 60 FPS. The closest is Low at 48 FPS, followed by Medium at 43 FPS, High at 29 FPS, and Ultra at 20 FPS. The verdict confirms there are no playable settings at this resolution. Similarly, at 3840x2160, the best average is 28 FPS on Low, with Medium at 25 FPS, High at 17 FPS, and Ultra at 11 FPS. Neither 1440p nor 4K can sustain the 60 FPS needed for the game’s playable threshold.

In short, this combination can run Archeage at 1080p with Low or Medium settings, but not at higher resolutions. The CPU is more than capable, but the GPU’s low standing (9th percentile) prevents any headroom beyond 1080p.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Archeage at 60 FPS on 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080, Low settings average 71 FPS and Medium settings average 64 FPS, both above the 60 FPS threshold. High and Ultra average 43 and 29 FPS respectively, so they are not playable.

Q: What is the best settings preset for this system?

A: The best playable preset is Medium at 1920x1080, with an average of 64 FPS, a minimum of 54 FPS, and a maximum of 73 FPS. Low is also playable but at lower visual quality.

Q: Why does the system fail at 1440p and 4K?

A: The GPU cannot keep up. At 2560x1440, the highest average is 48 FPS on Low, and at 3840x2160, the highest average is 28 FPS on Low. The GPU’s low benchmark score (1482) and 9th percentile rank indicate it lacks the fill rate for higher resolutions.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 scores 1482, which is 1.3% ahead of the GT 520MX (1463), 1.5% ahead of the 800M (1460), 2.5% ahead of the GT 625 OEM (1446), and 2.7% ahead of the GT 710 (1443). Any of these would perform nearly identically in Archeage.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700K the reason for the low frame rates?

A: No. The CPU ranks in the 94th percentile with an average score of 69355, and its nearest rivals (Ryzen 9 7950X, Ryzen 9 7940HX) show deltas under 1%. The GPU is the clear bottleneck, as seen in the steep FPS drops when resolution or preset increases.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 1080p Medium?

A: The recorded minimum is 54 FPS at 1920x1080 Medium, with a maximum of 73 FPS. This means there may be occasional dips below 60 FPS, but the average remains at 64 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combined Intel Core i7-14700K and Intel Arc B390 configuration ranks 3297 out of 3708 tested combos in the database for Archeage. This places the system in the lower 11% of all combinations, reflecting the GPU’s severe limitation. The rank is notably poor for a CPU that sits in the 94th percentile, but the GPU’s 9th percentile drags the overall score down. For comparison, the CPU alone outperforms most processors, yet the combo cannot achieve playable frame rates at 1440p or 4K, confirming that the graphics card is the decisive factor in this game’s performance.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table lists every measured average, minimum, and maximum FPS from the database for this combination:

• 3840x2160, High: average 17 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 3840x2160, Low: average 28 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 3840x2160, Medium: average 25 FPS, minimum 21 FPS, maximum 28 FPS
• 3840x2160, Ultra: average 11 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 2560x1440, High: average 29 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 2560x1440, Low: average 48 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 2560x1440, Medium: average 43 FPS, minimum 36 FPS, maximum 49 FPS
• 2560x1440, Ultra: average 20 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 1920x1080, High: average 43 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 1920x1080, Low: average 71 FPS, no min/max recorded
• 1920x1080, Medium: average 64 FPS, minimum 54 FPS, maximum 73 FPS
• 1920x1080, Ultra: average 29 FPS, no min/max recorded

The data shows that only 1080p Low and Medium exceed the 60 FPS threshold. All other settings and resolutions fall short, with 4K Ultra being the lowest at 11 FPS average. The min/max values are sparse, but the 1440p Medium range (36 to 49) and 1080p Medium range (54 to 73) indicate that frame pacing is acceptable at playable settings, though 1080p Medium can dip below 60 FPS at times. The overall pattern is consistent: the GPU is the limiting factor, and users should target 1080p Medium or Low for a smooth experience.