Archeage

# Archeage with AMD Ryzen 5 7400F + Intel Arc B370

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 produces a highly constrained gaming experience in Archeage, with benchmark results showing this combination ranks 2546th out of 2761 tested combos for this title. The data reveals a system where the integrated-class GPU becomes the dominant limiting factor across all resolutions, while the 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 processor provides ample headroom that goes largely unused. Measured frame rates range from a marginally playable 65 FPS at 1080p Low down to an unplayable 10 FPS at 4K Ultra, painting a clear picture of a combo best suited for lower resolution and reduced settings. The following analysis breaks down exactly how resolution scaling, GPU characteristics, CPU capabilities, and measured results interact in this specific configuration.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is severe and consistent across all settings presets, indicating that the Intel Arc B370 is the overwhelming bottleneck in this system. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 65 at 1920x1080 to 43 at 2560x1440, a reduction of 22 FPS or roughly 34%. Pushing further to 3840x2160 Low yields only 25 FPS, meaning the jump from 1440p to 4K nearly halves the already limited performance. This pattern of steep declines with each resolution step is typical of a GPU that is saturated even at the lowest workload, as the pixel count increases demand on the rendering pipeline faster than the Arc B370 can compensate.

At Medium settings, the scaling follows a similar trajectory: 57 FPS at 1080p drops to 39 FPS at 1440p, then falls to 22 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is 18 FPS, while the gap between 1440p and 4K is 17 FPS, showing a nearly linear degradation with pixel count. This linearity suggests the GPU is operating at its compute ceiling rather than being limited by memory bandwidth or other secondary factors. High settings show 39 FPS at 1080p, 26 FPS at 1440p, and 15 FPS at 4K — again, each resolution step costs roughly 11-13 FPS.

The Ultra preset reveals the most dramatic scaling: 27 FPS at 1080p, 18 FPS at 1440p, and just 10 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is particularly telling, as the 10 FPS average represents a 63% drop from the 1080p Ultra figure. This indicates that at Ultra settings, the combination of higher resolution and maximum graphical features overwhelms the GPU entirely, leaving the CPU idle while the renderer struggles. The data strongly suggests that resolution scaling is the primary lever users can pull to improve playability, with 1080p being the only resolution where any settings preset achieves above 30 FPS.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process with the Panther Lake chip. Its specifications reveal why it struggles in Archeage: 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and only 20 raster output pipelines. The pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s are modest figures that directly limit how quickly the GPU can fill frames, particularly at higher resolutions where more pixels require processing. The 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 compute performance places this GPU in the bottom tier of the benchmark database, sitting at the 5th percentile of all GPUs tested.

The memory configuration further constrains performance, as the Arc B370 uses System Shared memory rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory type, bus width, and bandwidth are all listed as System Dependent, meaning the GPU borrows from the Ryzen 5 7400F's DDR5 memory pool. This shared arrangement introduces latency and bandwidth contention that can disproportionately affect frame rates in a game like Archeage, which has a 2014 release date and may not be optimized for modern integrated graphics architectures. The base clock of 300 MHz and boost clock of 2400 MHz provide some dynamic range, but the 25 W TDP cap limits sustained throughput.

In benchmark comparisons, the Arc B370 scores 1184 on 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which places it as a near-exact match for several older discrete GPUs. Its closest rivals are the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 with a score of 1186 (deltaPct -0.2%), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 at 1190 (deltaPct -0.5%), and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M at 1192 (deltaPct -0.7%). The AMD FirePro M2000 trails at 1168 (deltaPct 1.4%). These comparisons place the Arc B370's raw compute capability roughly on par with GPUs from over a decade ago, which explains why Archeage — despite being an older MMO — still pushes the hardware to its limits at higher settings.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F provides a stark contrast to the GPU's limitations, offering substantial processing power that the Arc B370 cannot fully utilize in Archeage. This 6-core, 12-thread processor based on Zen 4 architecture (Raphael codename) operates with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The 65 W TDP and 5 nm TSMC process node (with 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die) indicate an efficient design that delivers strong single-thread and multi-thread performance. The 32 MB shared L3 cache, along with 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core, provides ample cache hierarchy for game workloads.

CPU benchmark results show the Ryzen 5 7400F performing well above average. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21765 multi-core and 3072 single-core, while Cinebench R20 yields 9141 multi-core and 1290 single-core. PassMark results include a multi-thread score of 25645, a single-thread score of 3689, and a physics score of 1660. The average benchmark score of 32750 places this CPU at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs tested, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T with an average score of 32707 (deltaPct 0.1%), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H at 32697 (deltaPct 0.2%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 (deltaPct -0.2%).

Given this CPU's strength, the measured FPS results in Archeage are clearly not CPU-bound. Even at 1080p Low where the system achieves 65 FPS, the Ryzen 5 7400F is likely operating well below its capacity, with the Arc B370's rendering limits serving as the sole constraint. The dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth (and ECC capability) ensures the CPU can feed data quickly, but the GPU's shared memory architecture means it competes with the CPU for the same memory subsystem. The 7000 series processor's PCIe Gen 5 connectivity (24 lanes) is irrelevant here since the GPU is integrated rather than discrete, but the CPU's overall capability suggests it could support far higher frame rates with a more powerful graphics solution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Archeage with this combo spans four resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of performance boundaries. At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results: 65 FPS average on Low settings, 57 FPS on Medium (with a min of 49 and max of 66), 39 FPS on High, and 27 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset's min/max range of 49-66 FPS shows some frame pacing variability, but the average remains above the 30 FPS playability threshold. Low settings achieve a comfortable 65 FPS average, which would be playable for most MMO content, while High drops to 39 FPS — still technically playable but noticeably less smooth. Ultra at 27 FPS falls below the 30 FPS mark, indicating a compromised experience.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance declines across all presets. Low settings produce 43 FPS average, Medium yields 39 FPS (min 33, max 44), High drops to 26 FPS, and Ultra falls to 18 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p shows a tight min/max range of 33-44 FPS, suggesting relatively stable frame delivery even if the average is modest. Low settings at 1440p remain playable at 43 FPS, but High and Ultra clearly struggle, with sub-30 FPS averages that would manifest as noticeable stutter in combat-heavy MMO scenarios. The gap between Low and Medium at 1440p is only 4 FPS (43 vs 39), indicating diminishing returns from lowering settings further once the GPU is already saturated.

At 3840x2160, the results are largely unplayable. Low settings manage only 25 FPS average, Medium drops to 22 FPS (min 19, max 25), High falls to 15 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 10 FPS. The Medium preset's min of 19 FPS and max of 25 FPS demonstrate a narrow performance band that never approaches smooth gameplay. Even at 4K Low, the 25 FPS average is below the threshold for acceptable MMO performance, and the Ultra result of 10 FPS is effectively a slideshow. The data shows that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo in Archeage, regardless of settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The overall ranking for this CPU-GPU combination in Archeage is 2546th out of 2761 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations. This low rank reflects the Arc B370's severe performance ceiling, which drags down an otherwise capable CPU. The Ryzen 5 7400F alone ranks at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, but the GPU's 5th percentile standing among all GPUs creates a massive imbalance that defines the system's overall position. The combo rank of 2546 suggests that nearly every other tested pairing in the database delivers better Archeage performance, including many older or lower-end CPUs paired with more capable graphics solutions.

The deltaPct values from the GPU's nearest rivals provide context for its relative standing: the Arc B370 is within 1.4% of the ATI Radeon HD 5770, a GPU released well over a decade ago. This equivalence means the combo's rank is essentially determined by GPU performance, with the CPU contributing little to differentiate it from other low-end GPU pairings. In Archeage specifically, the game's 2014 release date and MMO genre typically favor CPU performance, but this system's GPU bottleneck negates any CPU advantage. Users considering this combo should expect performance comparable to systems with decade-old discrete GPUs, despite the modern CPU and architecture.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo in Archeage is at 1920x1080 with Low settings, where the system achieves 65 FPS average. This is the only configuration that clears the 60 FPS threshold, providing a smooth experience for most gameplay scenarios. The Medium preset at 1080p is a close second choice, delivering 57 FPS average (with a range of 49-66 FPS) — this adds visual quality while maintaining playability, and the min FPS of 49 ensures the frame rate rarely drops into uncomfortable territory. For users who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate, 1080p High at 39 FPS is still playable, but the trade-off from Medium to High sacrifices 18 FPS for what may be marginal visual improvements.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation shifts to Low settings at 43 FPS, which is the only 1440p configuration that stays above 30 FPS. Medium at 1440p produces 39 FPS and could be considered if the user prefers slightly better visuals, but the min FPS of 33 suggests occasional dips below the smooth threshold. High and Ultra at 1440p are not recommended, as their sub-30 FPS averages would degrade the experience. For 4K resolution, no settings preset is recommended — even Low at 25 FPS fails to provide an adequate frame rate for an MMO where responsiveness matters in group content and PvP. The data suggests that 1080p Low or Medium provides the best balance of playability and visual quality, with 1440p Low as a fallback for users who need the higher resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combo for playable frame rates?

A: The 1920x1080 Low preset delivers the highest average FPS at 65, while 1920x1080 Medium provides 57 FPS with a minimum of 49 FPS. At 2560x1440, only Low settings exceed 30 FPS with 43 FPS average. 4K is not playable at any settings preset.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to similar GPUs in benchmark scores?

A: The Arc B370 scores 1184 on 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it at the 5th percentile of all GPUs. It is nearly identical to the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186, deltaPct -0.2%), ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190, deltaPct -0.5%), and AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192, deltaPct -0.7%).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in Archeage?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The Ryzen 5 7400F ranks at the 83rd percentile among CPUs with an average benchmark score of 32750, while the Arc B370 ranks at the 5th percentile for GPUs. The FPS drops across resolutions confirm GPU-bound performance.

Q: What is the combo's overall rank among tested configurations in Archeage?

A: This combo ranks 2546th out of 2761 tested combos for Archeage, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations. The low rank is driven primarily by the GPU's limited rendering capability.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 7400F's performance help in this game?

A: The CPU's strong benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core 21765, single-core 3072; PassMark multi-thread 25645) do not translate to higher frame rates because the GPU saturates first. The CPU provides no meaningful benefit in this configuration.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at Medium settings across resolutions?

A: At 1920x1080 Medium, the average FPS is 57 with min/max of 49/66. At 2560x1440 Medium, the average is 39 FPS with min/max of 33/44. At 3840x2160 Medium, the average drops to 22 FPS with min/max of 19/25.