Archeage

This combo lands in the lower-middle tier of tested systems for Archeage, ranking 1065 out of 1727 combos. That places it in the 38th percentile of all tested configurations — a workable position, but not one that suggests headroom for the game’s most demanding settings. The Ryzen 5 2600 and RTX 2070 SUPER pairing is competent, yet the data shows it struggles to maintain high frame rates when the game’s visual load spikes, particularly at higher resolutions and presets. The ranking reflects a system that can play Archeage comfortably at moderate settings, but it will not dominate the leaderboards.

How This Combo Ranks

The 1065th position out of 1727 tested combos is a clear signal: this is a mid-pack performer. The GPU’s individual percentile of 65 against all GPUs is stronger than the combo’s overall rank, which suggests the CPU is holding the pairing back in Archeage’s specific workload. The Ryzen 5 2600’s percentile of 77 against all CPUs is solid, but the game’s engine appears to reward higher single-thread performance more than raw multi-thread grunt. In synthetic tests, this CPU scores 1,127 points in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 159 in single-core; those numbers are respectable for a 2018 part, but they do not translate into top-tier gaming performance in this MMORPG.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the CPU sits near parity. The Intel Core i5-1345U scores an average of 19,691, a mere 0.4% higher, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U trails by 0.6%. The Intel Core i5-11600KF is 0.6% ahead, and the Intel Core i7-10700F is 0.7% behind. These are essentially statistical ties, meaning the Ryzen 5 2600 is not a bottleneck that stands out in synthetic workloads — but Archeage’s measured frame rates tell a different story. The combo’s rank is dragged down by the game’s reliance on single-core efficiency, where this CPU’s 3.90 GHz boost clock is serviceable but not exceptional.

GPU Role

The RTX 2070 SUPER is the stronger half of this pairing. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is ample for Archeage’s texture-heavy environments. The GPU’s base clock of 1605 MHz and boost clock of 1770 MHz are complemented by 2,560 shading units, 160 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The pixel rate of 113.3 GPixel/s and texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s indicate the card can push geometry and fills efficiently, but the measured FPS shows it is not fully utilized at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo hits 140.1 FPS average, which is excellent. Moving to High settings drops that to 86.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 57.8 FPS. The GPU’s 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is enough for 1440p gaming, as evidenced by the 94.1 FPS at 1440p Low and 59.3 FPS at 1440p High. However, at 4K, the card’s limits become apparent: 53.1 FPS at 4K Low is playable, but 33.9 FPS at 4K High and 19.8 FPS at 4K Ultra are not. The GPU’s 65th percentile ranking against all GPUs is fair; it is a capable 1440p card that can dabble in 4K only at reduced settings.

FAQ

Q: Is this combo better suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming in Archeage?

A: The measured data favors 1440p as the sweet spot. At 1440p High, the combo averages 59.3 FPS, which is smooth for an MMORPG. At 1080p High, it hits 86.6 FPS, but the jump to 1440p does not halve performance, making the higher resolution a viable choice.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 2600’s average benchmark score of 19,616 is within 1% of its closest competitors. The Intel Core i5-1345U is 0.4% faster, the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U is 0.6% slower, the Intel Core i5-11600KF is 0.6% faster, and the Intel Core i7-10700F is 0.7% slower. These are negligible differences.

Q: What is the best preset for 4K gaming with this hardware?

A: Low settings at 3840x2160 yield 53.1 FPS average, which is the only 4K preset that approaches playability. Medium drops to 50.2 FPS, High falls to 33.9 FPS, and Ultra is a slideshow at 19.8 FPS.

Q: Does the GPU’s memory bandwidth matter for this game?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER’s 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is substantial. Archeage’s large open-world textures benefit from this throughput, as seen in the smooth 1440p results. At 4K, the bandwidth is not the limiting factor — the GPU’s raw compute is.

Q: How does the combo rank against all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 1065 out of 1727 combos, placing it in the lower-middle segment. This is not a top-tier setup, but it is far from the bottom, indicating a balanced mid-range experience.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for the 4K Ultra performance drop?

A: The GPU is the primary constraint at 4K Ultra. The RTX 2070 SUPER’s 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is insufficient for the heavy shading and effects at that preset, regardless of the CPU’s capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo shows a clear scaling pattern. Low settings produce 140.1 FPS average, Medium drops to 124.6 FPS, High settles at 86.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 57.8 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is 38 FPS, indicating a significant step up in graphical load. Ultra’s 57.8 FPS is still playable, but it is a 53% drop from Low.

Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers compress. Low averages 94.1 FPS, Medium hits 84.6 FPS, High manages 59.3 FPS, and Ultra drops to 37.8 FPS. The 1440p High result is the most notable — it stays above 60 FPS for most gameplay, though the average of 59.3 FPS suggests occasional dips below that threshold. Ultra at 1440p is borderline, with 37.8 FPS being stuttery for an MMORPG with frequent combat effects.

At 3840x2160, the performance cliff is evident. Low averages 53.1 FPS, Medium 50.2 FPS, High 33.9 FPS, and Ultra 19.8 FPS. The drop from Medium to High is 16.3 FPS, a 32% reduction. Ultra is essentially unplayable, as 19.8 FPS average will produce noticeable lag in crowded areas. The data shows that 4K is only viable with Low or Medium settings, and even then, the frame rates are borderline.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, 1440p High is the recommended target. The 59.3 FPS average is smooth enough for Archeage’s combat and world traversal, and the visual quality at High is substantially better than Low or Medium. If a higher frame rate is preferred, 1440p Medium at 84.6 FPS provides a 42% improvement over High with only a moderate visual compromise. At 1080p, High at 86.6 FPS is the sweet spot, as it balances clarity and smoothness; Ultra at 57.8 FPS is not worth the visual gain for the frame rate loss.

Avoid 4K entirely unless the player is willing to use Low settings. The 53.1 FPS average at 4K Low is playable, but it negates the resolution’s advantage by stripping away graphical detail. 4K Medium at 50.2 FPS is a marginal improvement, but the frame rate is still below the 60 FPS threshold that most players prefer. The data indicates that this combo is best used at 1440p, where it can deliver a consistent experience without pushing the GPU to its limits.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 2600 provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. Its 16 MB of shared L3 cache is adequate for Archeage’s data-heavy world, but the Zen+ architecture’s single-thread performance is a limiting factor. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 1,579 in single-core and 11,186 in multi-core. The single-core score is modest, and Archeage’s engine appears to prioritize that metric, as evidenced by the frame rate drops in demanding scenarios.

The CPU’s 65W TDP and dual-channel DDR4 memory support are standard for its generation. The 46.9 GB/s memory bandwidth is sufficient, but the game’s reliance on CPU-bound logic in crowded areas means the 3.90 GHz boost clock is the key figure. The nearest rivals — all of which are within 1% in synthetic scores — show that this CPU is not a standout, but it is also not a weak link. The bottleneck in this combo is more likely the CPU’s single-core performance in Archeage’s specific workload, as the GPU’s percentile is higher and its measured performance at 1440p suggests it has headroom. The 12 threads help with background tasks and streaming, but the game’s primary thread will be the limiting factor in large-scale battles.