Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 2 architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its 32 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth position it as a solid mid-range desktop part. In Archeage, the measured frame rates across all settings and resolutions indicate that this CPU is rarely the primary constraint. The 1080p Low preset achieves 172.5 FPS, which is the highest average recorded in the entire dataset, suggesting that the processor can feed the GPU with frames well beyond typical display refresh rates when graphical load is minimal. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 31.5 FPS, but this is far more attributable to the GPU struggling with the extreme settings than to any CPU limitation. The Ryzen 5 3600’s percentile rank of 76 among all CPUs, alongside its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15045 and single-core score of 2124, supports the notion that it holds its own in a 2014-era MMORPG, where single-thread performance often matters more than raw multi-core throughput.

The processor’s nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the Intel Core i5-11400 at 18150 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS at 18101 (0.2% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 at 18158 (0.2% lower). These deltas are negligible, meaning the Ryzen 5 3600 performs essentially on par with a modern low-power laptop chip and a previous-generation desktop chip in synthetic tests. For Archeage specifically, the CPU’s 3DMark single-thread score of 696 and 2-thread score of 1361 indicate modest per-core strength, which aligns with the game’s tendency to rely on a few threads for logic and rendering commands. The data shows that even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would be most likely to bottleneck, the system still delivers 172.5 FPS, so the Ryzen 5 3600 is not holding back this pairing in any meaningful way.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 3600 provides six physical cores and twelve threads, a configuration that was mainstream in 2019 and remains adequate for Archeage’s workload. The base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.20 GHz allow for responsive single-threaded execution, which is critical for an MMORPG that processes player actions, NPC AI, and network data on the main thread. The L3 cache of 32 MB shared across all cores helps reduce memory latency, and the dual-channel DDR4 memory with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth ensures that the CPU does not starve for data during large-scale battles or crowded towns.

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s multi-threaded performance is strong for its class, with a PassMark multithread score of 17700 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15045. However, Archeage does not appear to scale heavily with thread count, as evidenced by the fact that lowering resolution from 1440p to 1080p only increases frame rates by roughly 30-50 FPS depending on settings, rather than showing a dramatic jump that would suggest a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system hits 172.5 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra it falls to 88 FPS—a drop that aligns more with GPU load than CPU capability. The percentile rank of 76 versus all CPUs means the Ryzen 5 3600 sits above the majority of processors tested, and its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-11400, is only 0.1% faster in average benchmark score, so there is no meaningful gap to overcome in this game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, based on the Ada Lovelace architecture with the AD104 chip, brings 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, delivering 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 2475 MHz and 5888 shading units provide substantial raw compute, with a FP32 throughput of 29.15 TFLOPS. In Archeage, the GPU is the dominant factor in frame rate scaling, particularly as resolution increases. At 1080p Medium, the card produces 165.6 FPS, which drops to 141.6 FPS at 1440p Low and 82.2 FPS at 4K Low. The trend is clear: the RTX 4070 has enough power to drive high refresh rates at lower resolutions, but 4K Ultra (31.5 FPS) and even 4K High (50.4 FPS) push it to its limits.

The GPU’s percentile rank of 81 versus all GPUs places it in the upper tier, yet its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 with a score 0.6% higher and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile at 2.2% higher, which are not direct desktop competitors. The RTX 4070’s 12 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for Archeage at all tested settings, since the game’s textures and draw distances are not exceptionally demanding by modern standards. The 21 Gbps effective memory speed and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth help maintain consistent frame pacing, but the data shows that Ultra settings at 4K reduce the average to 31.5 FPS, indicating that the GPU’s compute units and memory bandwidth are saturated at that configuration.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable pattern of degradation as resolution climbs from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160, but the magnitude of the drop varies significantly by settings preset. At Low settings, the system delivers 172.5 FPS at 1080p, 141.6 FPS at 1440p, and 82.2 FPS at 4K. That represents a 52% reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is substantial but not catastrophic, suggesting that the RTX 4070 still has headroom even at 4K when graphical features are minimized. At Medium settings, the numbers are 165.6 FPS, 124.8 FPS, and 73.1 FPS respectively, showing a similar relative drop of 56% from 1080p to 4K.

High settings tell a different story: 128.4 FPS at 1080p, 86.2 FPS at 1440p, and 50.4 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 33%, and from 1080p to 4K is 61%, indicating that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor more aggressively at higher resolutions. Ultra settings are the most punishing, with 88 FPS at 1080p, 58.6 FPS at 1440p, and 31.5 FPS at 4K—a 64% reduction from 1080p to 4K. This scaling implies that Archeage’s Ultra preset introduces effects that disproportionately tax the GPU at higher pixel counts. The CPU’s role becomes less relevant at 4K, where the GPU is clearly the bottleneck; at 1080p Low, the CPU is still able to keep the GPU fed, as evidenced by the 172.5 FPS result.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 528th out of 1727 total combos in Archeage. That places this pairing in the 69th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 31% of combos perform better. This rank is likely influenced by the CPU’s mid-range standing (76th percentile) and the GPU’s high-end standing (81st percentile); the combination is strong overall, but not top-tier because the CPU lags behind the GPU in relative performance. The data shows that the RTX 4070 has more headroom than the Ryzen 5 3600 can fully utilize in synthetic benchmarks, but in Archeage specifically, the CPU does not appear to cause a significant bottleneck.

Compared to other combos, this pairing delivers playable frame rates at all settings except 4K Ultra, where 31.5 FPS is below a smooth threshold. The combo’s rank of 528 out of 1727 suggests that there are many systems with newer or higher-core-count CPUs that achieve better results, but the delta may not be large in practice. The nearest rival CPUs by average benchmark score—the Intel Core i5-11400 and AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS—are within 0.2% of the Ryzen 5 3600, so swapping to those chips would likely yield negligible changes in Archeage frame rates. The GPU’s nearest rivals, such as the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56, are also within 0.6% in average score, meaning this combo sits in a performance cluster where small variations in silicon lottery could shift the rank by a few positions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal balance between visual quality and frame rate depends on the target resolution. At 1080p, the High preset delivers 128.4 FPS, which is smooth for most displays, while Ultra drops to 88 FPS—still playable but with diminishing returns for the extra graphical load. For players prioritizing high refresh rates, the Low preset at 172.5 FPS or Medium at 165.6 FPS are excellent choices. At 1440p, High produces 86.2 FPS, which is adequate for a 60 Hz monitor but may feel less fluid on a 144 Hz panel; Medium at 124.8 FPS is a better option for competitive play, while Low at 141.6 FPS maximizes headroom. Ultra at 1440p drops to 58.6 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay.

At 4K, the data indicates that Ultra should be avoided entirely, as 31.5 FPS is not a playable experience. High at 50.4 FPS is marginally better but still below 60 FPS, so Medium at 73.1 FPS offers the best compromise for 4K users, with Low at 82.2 FPS providing a safer margin. In summary, the Medium preset is the most versatile across all resolutions, delivering 165.6 FPS at 1080p, 124.8 FPS at 1440p, and 73.1 FPS at 4K, making it the recommended starting point for most players. High is viable for 1080p and 1440p, but not 4K, and Low is only necessary for those seeking maximum frame rates on high-refresh monitors.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The system achieves 128.4 FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings, according to the measured data.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more limiting at 4K Ultra?

A: The GPU is the limiting component, as the frame rate drops to 31.5 FPS at 4K Ultra, while the CPU’s performance remains sufficient to feed the GPU at lower resolutions.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 528th out of 1727 total combinations in Archeage, placing it in the upper 69th percentile of all tested systems.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 172.5, achieved at 1080p with Low settings.

Q: Is the RTX 4070’s 12 GB VRAM enough for Archeage?

A: The data does not indicate any VRAM-related issues, as all tested settings and resolutions produced playable frame rates except 4K Ultra, which is limited by compute performance rather than memory capacity.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3600 compare to its nearest rival CPU?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400 has an average benchmark score 0.1% higher, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS is 0.2% lower, so performance differences are negligible.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 172.5 FPS for Low, 165.6 FPS for Medium, 128.4 FPS for High, and 88 FPS for Ultra. These numbers show a steady decline as settings increase, with Ultra being 49% slower than Low. At 2560x1440, the results are 141.6 FPS for Low, 124.8 FPS for Medium, 86.2 FPS for High, and 58.6 FPS for Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at the same setting is roughly 18% for Low, 25% for Medium, 33% for High, and 33% for Ultra, indicating that higher settings amplify the resolution penalty. At 3840x2160, the system produces 82.2 FPS for Low, 73.1 FPS for Medium, 50.4 FPS for High, and 31.5 FPS for Ultra. The 4K results are substantially lower, with Ultra being 62% slower than Low, and High being 39% slower than Medium.

The data shows that the gap between Low and Medium is quite small at every resolution—only 6.9 FPS at 1080p, 16.8 FPS at 1440p, and 9.1 FPS at 4K—suggesting that Medium offers significantly better visuals for a