Archeage

AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 form a pairing of extremes, and the benchmark results for Archeage reveal a fascinating bottleneck dynamic. This is a game from 2014, and the data shows a CPU that is solidly mid-range paired with a GPU that sits near the top of the charts, creating a combo that is highly sensitive to settings and resolution.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. It has a 65 W TDP and is built on a 7 nm process. The processor’s L3 cache is 16 MB, and it supports dual-channel DDR4 memory. Its benchmark percentile places it in the 78th spot, meaning it outperforms the majority of all CPUs, but it is not a top-tier part. The data shows its average benchmark score is 19983, and it sits almost exactly between its closest rivals: the Intel Core i7-11600H (avgScore 19949, deltaPct 0.2) and the Intel Core i7-11800H (avgScore 20024, deltaPct -0.2). This indicates that its raw compute power is nearly identical to those mobile-oriented chips.

In Archeage, an MMORPG, the CPU’s role is often significant for handling game logic, player positions, and network data. The measured FPS results suggest this is true, but not in a way that limits the experience severely. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches an average of 213.1 FPS, which is a very high number. This high ceiling indicates that the 5600G is capable of feeding the GPU enough data at lower settings. However, the single-thread score of 872 in 3dmark and 2365 in Cinebench R23 suggests that its per-core performance is not exceptional. This could become a limiting factor in crowded areas or during complex combat scenarios, where the game’s older engine might rely on one or two threads more heavily. The data available for this benchmark does not break down FPS by scene, but the overall performance shows a processor that is more than adequate for this title, even if it is not a champion of single-threaded workloads.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The pairing of the Ryzen 5 5600G and the RTX 5090 achieves a rank of 79 out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This is a strong performance, placing it in the top 4.5% of all system configurations tested. This high rank is impressive given that the CPU is a more modest part compared to the GPU. The data implies that the RTX 5090 is doing the heavy lifting to push this combo up the charts, but it also shows that the 5600G is not holding the system back to a significant degree in this game's overall performance metrics. This rank suggests that for most players, this combination will deliver a smooth and responsive experience. However, it is important to consider that this is an average rank; the experience could vary depending on the specific in-game location and the number of players on screen. The gap between this combo and the top-ranked ones is not quantifiable from the data, but the raw FPS numbers at lower resolutions show that this is a very capable system for Archeage.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data shows a clear trend as resolution increases, which reveals the nature of the bottleneck. At 1080p, the system is likely CPU-limited at lower settings but becomes more GPU-bound as settings are raised. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 213.1. Moving to 1440p Low, the FPS drops to 184.5, a decrease of 13.4%. At 4K Low, the FPS is 117.7, which is a 44.8% drop from 1080p. This scaling pattern is classic for a system where the GPU is still the primary limiter at lower settings, but the CPU is also contributing to the frame rate ceiling.

When we look at Ultra settings, the scaling is even more pronounced. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 126.9 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 83.8 FPS, a 34% drop. At 4K Ultra, it plummets to 49.1 FPS, which is a 61.3% drop from the 1080p figure. This much steeper decline at higher settings and resolutions indicates that the RTX 5090 is becoming the sole bottleneck. The 5600G is capable of maintaining a high frame rate at 1080p, but as the pixel count increases, the GPU’s workload expands exponentially, and its performance becomes the determining factor. The data suggests that this combo is well-balanced for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K, particularly with high settings, the GPU is heavily taxed, and the CPU’s role diminishes.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The benchmark data provides a complete grid of average FPS across three resolutions and four settings levels.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low averages 213.1 FPS, Medium averages 203.3 FPS, High averages 176.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 126.9 FPS. The difference between Low and Medium is small, but the drop from Medium to High is more significant, and the jump to Ultra costs a substantial amount of performance.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts. Low averages 184.5 FPS, Medium averages 179.3 FPS, High averages 125.6 FPS, and Ultra averages 83.8 FPS. Here, the difference between Low and Medium is very small, but there is a massive 29.9% drop from Medium to High. The drop from High to Ultra is also large, another 33.3%.

At 3840x2160, the performance is significantly lower. Low averages 117.7 FPS, Medium averages 108.6 FPS, High averages 69.6 FPS, and Ultra averages 49.1 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is a massive 35.9%, showing that the High preset has a substantial performance cost at 4K. The Ultra preset is barely playable at an average below 50 FPS.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a monster of a GPU, built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a 5 nm process. It features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a staggering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 2407 MHz, and it has 21760 shading units. The GPU’s benchmark percentile is 94, and its average benchmark score is 84306. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D, has an avgScore of 84241 (deltaPct 0.1), showing that this card is essentially at the top of the pack.

In Archeage, the RTX 5090’s role is to handle the graphical rendering, and its massive memory and bandwidth ensure that textures and draw calls are processed without issue. The data shows that the GPU is the dominant component in this pairing, especially at higher resolutions. The 32 GB of VRAM is far more than a game from 2014 would need, but it ensures no texture popping or stuttering. The performance at 1080p and 1440p is excellent, with even High settings easily exceeding 120 FPS. The GPU’s incredible raw power is what pushes this combo to its high rank. However, the data also shows its limits at 4K Ultra, where the average FPS of 49.1 suggests that even the mightiest GPU can be brought to heel by a poorly optimized or demanding preset. The RTX 5090 is clearly not the limiting factor at 1080p, but it becomes the sole determinant of performance as resolution and settings increase.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Archeage with this combo for the highest FPS?

A: At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its highest frame rates, with an average of 213.1 FPS on Low settings. Even at High settings, it maintains an average of 176.5 FPS.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming in Archeage?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 117.7, which is smooth. However, at 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 49.1, which may not be ideal for all players.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5600G compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The data shows the 5600G is within 0.3% of the Intel Core i7-11600H and Intel Core i7-11800H, as well as the AMD EPYC 7713P and AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX. Its avgBenchmarkScore is 19983, nearly identical to those parts.

Q: What is the most significant performance gap between settings?

A: The largest drop in FPS is between Medium and High settings. At 4K, this gap represents a 35.9% decrease in performance, from 108.6 FPS to 69.6 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is more likely to be the limiting factor. The FPS difference between Low and Medium is small, but the gap widens significantly as settings increase, indicating the GPU is being utilized more.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested systems?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 79th out of 1727 combos tested in Archeage.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the ideal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players with a 1080p display, the High preset is a strong choice, offering an average of 176.5 FPS. This provides a great balance between visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset is also viable at 1080p, with an average of 126.9 FPS, but the significant drop in performance may not be worth the marginal visual gain for many users.

For 1440p, the Medium preset is the most efficient option, delivering an average of 179.3 FPS, which is nearly identical to the Low preset's 184.5 FPS. The High preset at 1440p costs a substantial amount of performance, dropping to 125.6 FPS. If visual fidelity is a priority, High is still playable, but Medium offers the best performance-per-visual-quality trade-off. For 4K gaming, the data shows that the Low preset is the only one that consistently provides a high frame rate, with an average of 117.7 FPS. The Medium preset is also acceptable at 108.6 FPS, but the High preset's average of 69.6 FPS is a significant compromise. The Ultra preset at 4K is not recommended, as the average of 49.1 FPS falls below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience in a fast-paced MMORPG environment. In summary, the High preset at 1080p or the Medium preset at 1440p offers the best overall experience, balancing visual quality and performance.