Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D paired with the Intel Arc B390 produces a highly constrained gaming experience in Archeage. The data indicates that this combo consistently falls below playable thresholds at higher resolutions, with the graphics processor acting as the primary bottleneck. This analysis breaks down the measured performance metrics, contextualizing the results against the combo's overall ranking and the individual component capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The performance degradation from 1080p to 4K is severe, confirming that the Intel Arc B390 is the limiting component in this configuration. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 71 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings drops the average to 48 FPS, a reduction of 32.4% from the 1080p baseline. At 4K Low, the average falls further to 28 FPS, which is a 60.6% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline as pixel count increases is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario.

The scaling pattern across all settings presets reinforces this conclusion. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 43 at 1080p to 29 at 1440p and then to 17 at 4K. The 4K High result is a mere 39.5% of the 1080p High performance. In the Ultra preset, the situation becomes even more pronounced, with the average dropping from 29 FPS at 1080p to 11 FPS at 4K. This represents a 62.1% performance loss, leaving the game effectively unplayable at the highest resolution and fidelity combination.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary constraint in this scaling analysis. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has sufficient headroom to push higher frame rates at 1080p, as evidenced by the 71 FPS Low result. The sharp FPS drops at higher resolutions are directly attributable to the Arc B390's limited rendering capabilities, as the workload on the GPU increases disproportionately with resolution. The gap between Low and Ultra settings at any given resolution is also substantial; at 4K, the difference between Low (28 FPS) and Ultra (11 FPS) is a 60.7% performance deficit, further highlighting the GPU's struggle with increased graphical load.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's standing in the benchmark database is notably low. The data places this configuration at rank 2453 out of 2761 tested combos for Archeage, placing it in the bottom 11.2% of all tested systems. This ranking reflects the severe performance limitations imposed by the graphics solution, which significantly hampers the otherwise capable processor.

This low ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data. With an average frame rate that only exceeds 60 FPS in the single 1080p Low test case, the combo falls short of what most other tested configurations achieve. The rank indicates that the vast majority of other CPU-GPU pairings deliver a smoother experience in this MMORPG. The combination of a high-percentile CPU (85th percentile vs all CPUs) with a GPU that sits in the 9th percentile versus all GPUs creates a massive performance imbalance, and the final ranking reflects the weakest link in the chain.

The gap between this combo and others is not marginal. The rank of 2453 out of 2761 means there are 2452 other configurations that perform better in this specific game. This suggests that while the CPU is a strong performer in general processing tasks, the GPU's limitations dominate the gaming experience, dragging the overall combo ranking down to a level that is competitive only with the oldest and most basic of graphics hardware. The data shows that this pairing is not optimized for gaming workloads like those found in Archeage.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. Its performance profile is severely limited, as indicated by its 9th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, and its performance is further constrained by its memory configuration, which is "System Shared" and has a bandwidth that is "System Dependent."

Its compute capabilities are modest, with 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. The measured 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1482 places it in direct competition with very old discrete GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, which scores 1463 (a 1.3% delta), and the GeForce GT 710, which scores 1443 (a 2.7% delta). This context is critical: the Arc B390 is performing at the level of entry-level graphics solutions from over a decade ago.

These specifications directly correlate with the in-game results. The 7.680 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 60.00 GPixel/s pixel rate are insufficient for the demands of Archeage at higher resolutions. The GPU's 80 W TDP and "IGP" slot width confirm its integrated nature, meaning it shares system memory and bandwidth, which further limits its ability to handle large texture loads and high-resolution frame buffers. The data clearly shows that the Arc B390 is the primary bottleneck, preventing the Ryzen 5 5500X3D from demonstrating its full potential in this game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all settings and resolutions.

At 1080p, the best result is achieved with Low settings, producing an average of 71 FPS. Medium settings yield a 64 FPS average, with a minimum of 54 and a maximum of 73 FPS. High settings produce an average of 43 FPS, and Ultra settings drop the average to 29 FPS. These figures show that at 1080p, the combo can approach playability but only with significant graphical compromises.

Moving to 1440p, the average FPS drops across the board. Low settings average 48 FPS, Medium settings average 43 FPS (with a min of 36 and max of 49 FPS), High settings average 29 FPS, and Ultra settings average 20 FPS. The 1440p Medium result is the only test at this resolution that maintains an average above 40 FPS.

At 4K, performance becomes marginal. Low settings are the only preset to achieve an average above 25 FPS, at 28 FPS. Medium settings average 25 FPS (with a min of 21 and max of 28 FPS), High settings average 17 FPS, and Ultra settings average just 11 FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is not a viable option for this combo, even at the lowest settings.

The data shows a consistent and predictable pattern: for every setting preset, the average FPS scales down as resolution increases. The most significant drop occurs between 1080p and 1440p, where the GPU begins to struggle with the increased pixel workload. The 4K results are uniformly poor, confirming the GPU's limitations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo can achieve in Archeage?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 71 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

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

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average FPS is 28 with Low settings. The Ultra preset at 4K averages only 11 FPS, which is not a playable experience.

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

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score is 1482. It is 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (score 1463) and 2.7% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (score 1443).

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 71 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 29 FPS. This represents a 59.2% decrease in average FPS when moving from Low to Ultra settings.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank among tested systems for this game?

A: The combo ranks 2453 out of 2761 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom 11.2% of all tested combos for Archeage.

Q: Does the CPU have a higher benchmark score than its rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (score 36945) and 0.2% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (score 36938).

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, with a large 96 MB shared L3 cache. Its average benchmark score is 37018, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. This indicates a strong general-purpose processor.

The CPU's nearest rivals are all within a 0.3% performance delta. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945 (0.2% slower), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37093 (0.2% faster), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 36938 (0.2% slower), and the Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112 (0.3% faster). These scores show that the 5500X3D is competitive with a wide range of other processors, but this performance is not reflected in the Archeage results.

In the game, the CPU's role is secondary due to the GPU bottleneck. The data indicates that at 1080p Low, the CPU is capable of driving 71 FPS, but this is the ceiling for this configuration. When the resolution is increased, the frame rate drops regardless of the CPU's capability, demonstrating that the processor is not the limiting factor. The CPU's high Passmark scores for multithreading (20363) and single-thread performance (2941) suggest it could handle higher frame rates if paired with a more powerful GPU. The bottleneck is clearly on the graphics side, as the Arc B390's performance is far below what the 5500X3D can feed.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's target resolution and acceptable frame rate.

For a 60 FPS target, the only viable option is 1080p with Low settings, which achieves an average of 71 FPS. No other settings presets reach this threshold. The 1080p Medium preset is the only other test to break the 60 FPS barrier, averaging 64 FPS, making it a strong candidate for a smoother visual experience at a slight cost to frame rate.

If a 30 FPS average is acceptable, more options become available. At 1080p, both High (43 FPS) and Ultra (29 FPS) are options, though the Ultra preset falls just below the 30 FPS mark. At 1440p, Low (48 FPS) and Medium (43 FPS) presets provide a comfortable margin above 30 FPS, while High (29 FPS) is borderline. At 4K, only the Low preset (28 FPS) comes close to this target, but it still falls short.

The data suggests that 1080p Medium is the best balance for a playable experience, offering a 64 FPS average with a minimum of 54 FPS. This provides a smooth experience without the visual degradation of Low settings. For users with a 1440p monitor, the Medium preset (43 FPS average) is recommended, as it provides a decent visual experience while maintaining a frame rate above 40 FPS. Playing at 4K is not recommended, as even the Low preset struggles to maintain 30 FPS. The Ultra preset should be avoided entirely, as it produces the lowest average FPS at every resolution.