Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600G paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a playable experience in Archeage, but the data reveals a clear hierarchy between resolution and settings. This combination ranks 985th out of 1727 tested combos in the game, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the field. The measured FPS numbers show that this pairing is capable at 1080p, acceptable at 1440p, and struggling at 4K, with the CPU often acting as a limiter in lower resolutions and the GPU taking over that role at higher ones.

Resolution Scaling

The performance trajectory from 1080p to 4K demonstrates how the workload shifts between components. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 152.4 FPS, which drops to 104.7 FPS at 1440p and then falls sharply to 60.4 FPS at 4K. This represents a 31% decrease from 1080p to 1440p and another 42% drop from 1440p to 4K. The pattern indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary limiting factor, as the frame rates are high enough that the Ryzen 5 4600G’s Zen 2 architecture—with its 6 cores and 12 threads—cannot push much further.

Moving to Medium settings, the scaling is similar: 135.4 FPS at 1080p, 90.1 FPS at 1440p, and 53.1 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 33% and 41% respectively, showing consistent behavior across presets. At High settings, the numbers are 93.3 FPS, 63 FPS, and 35.5 FPS, with the 1440p to 4K drop being 44%. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling: 61.7 FPS at 1080p falls to 39.7 FPS at 1440p (36% drop), then plummets to 23.1 FPS at 4K (42% drop).

The data suggests that the RTX 4060 begins to become the bottleneck at 4K, particularly at higher settings. At 4K Ultra, the GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus are insufficient to maintain fluid gameplay, as the 23.1 FPS result is far below playable thresholds. Conversely, at 1080p Low, the CPU’s single-thread performance—as evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 726—likely prevents the system from exceeding the 152.4 FPS ceiling. The GPU is underutilized at this point, with its 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 performance waiting on the processor to feed it more draw calls.

Settings Recommendations

The measured rows provide clear guidance for optimizing the experience across different resolutions. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 152.4 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors. However, the Medium preset at 135.4 FPS offers a better balance for most users, as it represents only an 11% reduction in frame rate while presumably improving visual quality significantly. The High preset at 93.3 FPS is still smooth for an MMORPG, but the Ultra preset at 61.7 FPS introduces a noticeable drop that may not be worth the graphical gains.

For 1440p, the Low preset at 104.7 FPS is the only option that guarantees triple-digit performance. Medium at 90.1 FPS is still very playable and likely the sweet spot for most gamers, as it stays well above the 60 FPS threshold. High at 63 FPS is acceptable but borderline, while Ultra at 39.7 FPS should be avoided if smoothness is a priority. The data indicates that at 1440p, the RTX 4060 has enough headroom to handle Medium settings without sacrificing responsiveness.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Low at 60.4 FPS is playable, though not ideal for fast-paced combat. Medium at 53.1 FPS is workable for casual play, but High at 35.5 FPS and Ultra at 23.1 FPS are both below acceptable standards. The recommendation is to stick with Low or Medium at 4K, and only if the visual fidelity outweighs the performance cost. For most players, dropping to 1440p with Medium or High settings will provide a superior experience compared to 4K with reduced quality.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 985 out of 1727 places this pairing in the 57th percentile of tested systems. This is a middling result, reflecting that while the RTX 4060 is a capable GPU, the Ryzen 5 4600G holds the system back in CPU-bound scenarios. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 17489 puts it in the 75th percentile of all processors, but its nearest rivals show how tight the competition is. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 17482, a delta of 0%, while the Intel Core i5-12450H scores 17475, just 0.1% behind. The Intel Core i3-14100T and Core i3-13100F are 0.8% and 1% ahead, respectively.

These small deltas indicate that the 4600G is not significantly disadvantaged in raw CPU performance, but the architecture’s age and lack of PCIe Gen 4 support may impact real-world gaming. The GPU’s ranking is stronger: the RTX 4060 sits in the 66th percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 23181. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, is 0.6% ahead, while the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti is 0.7% ahead. The Intel Arc B580 and AMD Radeon 760M are 0.7% and 0.8% behind, respectively.

In the context of Archeage specifically, the 985th rank suggests that many other combinations deliver higher frame rates. This is likely due to the game’s MMO nature, which often benefits from stronger single-thread CPU performance. The 4600G’s 3DMark single-thread score of 726 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1919 are modest, and games that rely heavily on a single primary thread will see constraints. The combo’s performance in this title is therefore more dependent on the CPU than the GPU, which is reflected in the rank.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings yields the following average FPS: Low at 152.4, Medium at 135.4, High at 93.3, and Ultra at 61.7. The step from Low to Medium costs 17 FPS, while the jump from Medium to High costs 42 FPS, and High to Ultra costs 32 FPS. This non-linear scaling suggests that the High preset introduces effects that are disproportionately expensive on this hardware.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low at 104.7, Medium at 90.1, High at 63, and Ultra at 39.7. The pattern is similar, with the Medium to High transition being the largest single drop at 27 FPS. At 3840x2160, the numbers are: Low at 60.4, Medium at 53.1, High at 35.5, and Ultra at 23.1. Here, the Medium to High drop of 17.6 FPS is again the most significant, indicating that the High preset’s additional lighting or shadow effects are particularly taxing on the RTX 4060’s memory bandwidth.

The 1080p Low result of 152.4 FPS is the highest recorded, and it is the only setting that exceeds 150 FPS. The 4K Ultra result of 23.1 FPS is the lowest, showing a 6.6x difference between the best and worst configurations. This wide spread highlights the importance of settings management, as the same hardware can range from highly responsive to nearly unplayable depending on the chosen options.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, using the AD107 chip fabricated on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It features 3072 shading units, 96 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, with 24 RT cores and 96 tensor cores. The boost clock runs at 2460 MHz, and the memory operates at 2125 MHz, providing 17 Gbps effective speed. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory sits on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s.

In Archeage, the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the 272.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient, and the frame rates are more limited by the CPU. However, at 4K, the 128-bit bus and 8 GB capacity become limiting factors. The ultra preset at 4K likely requires more than 8 GB of VRAM for textures, causing the system to spill into system memory and crippling the 23.1 FPS result. The memory bandwidth is also strained, as the 4K resolution demands significantly more data throughput.

The GPU’s passmark G3D score of 19545 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2302 indicate solid DirectX 12 performance, which Archeage does not fully utilize given its older engine. The FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS is more than adequate for this title, suggesting that the GPU is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions. The pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s are also sufficient for the game’s visual complexity, which is typical of a 2014-era MMORPG.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this hardware in Archeage?

A: The data shows that 1080p with Medium settings at 135.4 FPS offers the best balance of performance and visual quality. If you prefer higher fidelity, 1440p with Medium settings at 90.1 FPS is also excellent, as it remains well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Archeage?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which achieve 60.4 FPS. Medium settings at 53.1 FPS are borderline playable, while High and Ultra at 35.5 FPS and 23.1 FPS, respectively, are too slow for a smooth experience.

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

A: At 1080p, the Ryzen 5 4600G is the primary limiter, as frame rates cap out around 152.4 FPS even at Low settings. At 4K, the RTX 4060 becomes the bottleneck, especially at High and Ultra settings where the 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus are insufficient.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations?

A: It ranks 985th out of 1727 combos, placing it in the lower-middle tier. The CPU scores in the 75th percentile, while the GPU sits in the 66th percentile, but the combination does not translate to top-tier gaming performance in this title.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: Low settings deliver 152.4 FPS, while Ultra drops to 61.7 FPS. This 90.7 FPS difference is substantial, and the Ultra preset is likely only worth it for players who prioritize visuals and have a 60 Hz monitor.

Q: Does the RTX 4060’s 8 GB VRAM cause issues in Archeage?

A: At 4K with Ultra settings, the 23.1 FPS result suggests VRAM capacity is a problem, likely causing texture thrashing. At 1080p and 1440p, the 8 GB capacity is adequate, as frame rates remain playable even at High settings.