Archeage

Archeage, a 2014 MMORPG, presents an interesting case for hardware analysis due to its age and the specific demands it places on modern components. This analysis examines the performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F processor paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card. The data provided shows a combination that is heavily limited by its GPU, particularly at higher resolutions, but still capable of delivering playable frame rates at 1080p with adjusted settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep performance cliff as resolution increases, which is a classic indicator of a GPU-bound scenario. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 62 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same Low preset drops the average to 41 FPS, a reduction of 21 FPS or roughly 34%. The jump to 3840x2160 at Low settings further reduces the average to 24 FPS, which is a 41% drop from the 1440p figure and a 61% drop from the 1080p figure. This pattern strongly suggests that the GTX 1650's rendering capabilities are the primary bottleneck as pixel count increases.

The scaling becomes even more pronounced at higher settings presets. At High settings, the average FPS goes from 37 at 1080p to 25 at 1440p and finally to 14 at 4K. This is a 62% total reduction from 1080p to 4K. The Ultra preset shows a similar trend, falling from 25 FPS at 1080p to 17 FPS at 1440p and a nearly unplayable 10 FPS at 4K. The consistent halving of performance with each major resolution step, regardless of the preset, confirms that the GPU is the limiting component. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the primary constraint in these tests; if it were, the frame rate would be more consistent across resolutions.

The data indicates that 1080p is the only viable resolution for this combo in Archeage. At 4K, even the Low preset cannot maintain a stable 30 FPS, and the Ultra preset dips to 10 FPS. The scaling pattern is a textbook example of a mid-range GPU being overwhelmed by the pixel fill-rate demands of higher resolutions, leaving the Ryzen 5 7400F with significant headroom that it cannot utilize due to the graphics card's limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested combinations for Archeage, this specific pairing of the Ryzen 5 7400F and GTX 1650 ranks near the bottom. The data places this combo at rank 2659 out of 2761 tested combinations. This puts it in the bottom 4% of all tested systems, which is a clear indication that this is a low-tier configuration for this specific game.

This low ranking is primarily driven by the GPU's performance. The GTX 1650 sits at the 40th percentile of all GPUs, meaning it performs better than only 40% of the graphics cards in the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score is 7472, which places it in direct competition with other entry-level cards. The nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon HD 8850M (0.3% faster), Intel UHD Graphics 750 (0.4% faster), and AMD Radeon R7 350 (0.6% faster), while the Intel Arc A310 is 1% slower. This grouping shows that the GTX 1650 is at the very bottom of the performance spectrum for modern gaming.

Conversely, the CPU is a much stronger component. The Ryzen 5 7400F is in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with a high average benchmark score of 32750. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (0.1% faster) and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.2% slower). This pairing of a high-performing CPU with a low-performing GPU creates a significant imbalance. The combo's low rank in Archeage is not a reflection of the CPU's capabilities, but rather a direct consequence of the GPU being unable to keep up with the game's demands, particularly at higher resolutions. The data shows a system that is severely bottlenecked by its graphics card in this title.

Settings Recommendations

Given the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and the user's preference for visual fidelity versus smoothness. At 1920x1080, the data shows a clear path to a playable experience. The Low preset yields an average of 62 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play or a very smooth experience. The Medium preset is also a strong candidate, with an average of 55 FPS and a minimum of 47 FPS, which indicates a mostly stable frame rate with occasional dips. This preset offers a good balance between visual quality and performance.

The High preset at 1080p drops to an average of 37 FPS. While this is playable for a slower-paced MMORPG like Archeage, it is noticeably less smooth than the Medium or Low presets. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as it only achieves 25 FPS at 1080p and falls to 10 FPS at 4K. For 1440p, the Low preset is the only option that provides a comfortable average of 41 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 37 FPS, which is borderline, and the High and Ultra presets are too demanding. At 4K, none of the presets are viable, as the highest average FPS is 24 on Low.

The recommendation is to prioritize 1080p. For the best experience, the Medium preset provides a good compromise, with a 55 FPS average and a minimum above 45 FPS. If a higher frame rate is desired, the Low preset at 62 FPS is the best choice. Users playing at 1440p should stick to Low settings to maintain playability. The data clearly indicates that attempting to run this game at 4K, or using high-end presets at any resolution, will result in a subpar experience.

FAQ

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

A: The highest recorded average FPS is 62, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: Is the GTX 1650 capable of running Archeage at 4K?

A: The data shows it is not. At 4K, the best average FPS is 24 on Low settings, and the Ultra preset only manages 10 FPS. All 4K presets fail to deliver a smooth experience.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core i5-14600T and 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, indicating it is a high-performance processor.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming with this combo?

A: The Medium preset is the best balance, providing a 55 FPS average with a minimum of 47 FPS. The Low preset offers a higher average of 62 FPS for those prioritizing frame rate.

Q: What percentile does the GTX 1650 fall into compared to all other GPUs?

A: The GTX 1650 sits at the 40th percentile of all GPUs, meaning it performs better than 40% of the graphics cards in the database.

Q: How does this specific combo rank against all other tested combos in Archeage?

A: This combo ranks 2659th out of 2761 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 4% of all systems tested for this game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the primary limiting factor in this configuration for Archeage. This GPU is based on the Turing architecture and features 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 128.1 GB/s. Its core clocks are a base of 1485 MHz and a boost of 1665 MHz. With 896 shading units, it has a texture rate of 93.24 GTexel/s and a pixel rate of 53.28 GPixel/s. The FP32 performance is 2.984 TFLOPS.

These specifications, while modest, are reflected in the benchmark scores. The GPU's average benchmark score is 7472, which places it at the 40th percentile of all GPUs. Its performance in synthetic tests like Passmark's G3D (score of 7880) and Geekbench's Vulkan (score of 33042) confirms its entry-level positioning. It is important to note that the 4 GB VRAM is a potential limitation for modern games, but for Archeage, the data indicates that the core processing power is the main constraint, as the frame rates drop significantly with resolution increases.

The GTX 1650's role in Archeage is to render the game's graphics, and the data shows it struggles under load. The fact that the frame rate nearly halves when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and halves again to 4K, is a clear sign that the GPU is reaching its fill-rate and shading limits. The 4 GB of VRAM may also be a factor at 4K, but the consistent scaling across all presets points to a more fundamental compute bottleneck. This GPU is designed for 1080p gaming, and the data confirms that it is out of its depth at higher resolutions in this title.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is a powerful processor that plays a secondary, but important, role in this pairing. It is a 6-core, 12-thread CPU based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael) and built on a 5 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The CPU features 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core. It supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

In terms of raw processing power, this CPU is a strong performer. Its average benchmark score is 32750, which places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21765 in multi-core and 3072 in single-core tests. These scores are far higher than what is needed for a game like Archeage, which was released in 2014. The CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and draw calls, and it does so with significant headroom to spare.

The benchmark results indicate that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this system. The frame rates in Archeage are dictated by the GPU's performance, as shown by the severe FPS drops at higher resolutions. Even at 1080p with Low settings, where the CPU would have the most work to do relative to the GPU, the system achieves 62 FPS. This is likely not the CPU's maximum output, but rather where the GPU reaches its limit. The Ryzen 5 7400F is a future-proof component that is being held back by the GTX 1650, and its high single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 score of 3072) ensures that it can handle the directX 11 or 12 workloads of Archeage without causing stutters or frame drops.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of this combo's performance across various settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the system's performance is best described as playable with compromises. The Low preset delivers the highest average FPS at 62. The Medium preset is a close second, with an average of 55 FPS, a minimum of 47 FPS, and a maximum of 63 FPS. This shows a stable frame rate with only minor dips. The High preset averages 37 FPS, which is a significant drop from Medium, indicating a large performance cost for the extra visual details. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of only 25 FPS, making it unsuitable for consistent gameplay.

At 2560x1440, the performance degrades noticeably. The Low preset is the only one that provides a comfortable average, at 41 FPS. The Medium preset averages 37 FPS, with a minimum of 31 FPS and a maximum of 42 FPS. These numbers suggest that while the average is acceptable, the frame pacing may be inconsistent. The High preset drops to an average of 25 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 17 FPS. Neither of these higher presets is recommended for 1440p.

At 3840x2160, the combo is simply not capable of a smooth experience. The Low preset averages 24 FPS, which is below the threshold for comfortable play. The Medium preset averages 21 FPS, with a minimum of 18 FPS and a maximum of 24 FPS. The High preset drops to 14 FPS, and the Ultra preset is essentially unplayable at 10 FPS. The data shows a clear and consistent degradation of performance as resolution and settings increase, confirming that this system is best suited for 1080p gaming with medium or low settings in Archeage.