Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER presents a balanced mid-range configuration for Archeage, a 2014 MMORPG. Benchmark data shows this combo delivers a playable experience at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles at 4K Ultra settings. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions and quality presets, while the CPU's strong single-thread performance ensures high frame rates at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and dramatic impact from resolution scaling. At 1080p High settings, the combo produces 88.3 FPS average. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 59.1 FPS, a 33% reduction. At 4K High, the average falls to 30.6 FPS, which is a 65% drop from the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting component at higher resolutions, as the rendering load outpaces its 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus.

The scaling pattern intensifies with the Ultra preset. At 1080p Ultra, the system averages 56.1 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 38.5 FPS. At 4K Ultra, the average bottoms out at 23.1 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens with resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low (142.5 FPS) and Ultra (56.1 FPS) is 86.4 FPS. At 4K, the same comparison shows a difference of 32.3 FPS (55.4 vs 23.1). This compression suggests that at 4K, even lowering settings cannot fully compensate for the GPU's lack of raw throughput.

The data also shows diminishing returns from resolution scaling on the Low preset. From 1080p Low (142.5 FPS) to 1440p Low (94.8 FPS) is a 33% drop, but from 1440p Low to 4K Low (55.4 FPS) is a 42% drop. This nonlinear scaling indicates that the GPU memory bandwidth and pixel fill rate become increasingly strained as pixel count grows, reinforcing that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the limiting factor at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Archeage?

A: The data shows 2560x1440 as the optimal balance. At 1440p High, the combo achieves 59.1 FPS average, which is above the 50 FPS threshold for acceptable playability. 4K is only viable on Low settings (55.4 FPS), while 1080p offers the highest frame rates but limits visual fidelity.

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

A: Only on Low settings. The measured 4K results are 55.4 FPS on Low, 47.4 FPS on Medium, 30.6 FPS on High, and 23.1 FPS on Ultra. The Ultra preset at 4K is unplayable, and High is borderline, so 4K is not a practical target for this configuration beyond low-quality presets.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in overall GPU benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 22206, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. It is 0.5% behind the NVIDIA RTX A400 (22307), 0.9% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z (22006), 2.3% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (22729), and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (21670). These small margins indicate it sits in a tight competitive cluster.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7500F a strong CPU for MMORPGs like Archeage?

A: Yes. The CPU has a single-thread benchmark score of 974 in 3dMark and 3218 in Cinebench R23, which are strong indicators for MMO performance. Its 6 cores and 12 threads with a 5.00 GHz boost clock provide ample headroom. The CPU's percentile rank of 82 versus all CPUs confirms its high standing.

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

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 142.5 FPS while Ultra averages 56.1 FPS. This represents a 86.4 FPS difference, meaning Ultra is 60.6% slower than Low. The Medium preset (129.4 FPS) and High preset (88.3 FPS) sit between these extremes.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations in Archeage?

A: This specific CPU-GPU combination ranks 1051 out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the overall ranking, reflecting that while it can play the game, many other configurations deliver higher absolute frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks

The Ryzen 5 7500F + RTX 2070 SUPER combo ranks 1051 out of 1727 tested combinations in Archeage, placing it in the 39th percentile of all tested systems. This is a below-average ranking that reflects the GPU's age and position in the market. The RTX 2070 SUPER has a percentile rank of 65 against all GPUs, but in this specific MMO, the combo's ranking suggests that many other systems, likely with newer GPUs, outperform it.

The ranking context is important. The CPU is a modern 2023 part with a strong 82nd percentile rank, but the GPU is from 2019 and sits at the 65th percentile. The combo's overall rank of 1051 indicates that the GPU is holding the system back in this title. The measured FPS data confirms this, as the 4K Ultra result of 23.1 FPS is below playable thresholds, while the 1080p Low result of 142.5 FPS shows the CPU can push high frame rates when the GPU is not the bottleneck.

In the context of the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 2070 SUPER is closely matched with the RTX A400, GTX TITAN Z, RTX 4060 Mobile, and RX 5700. The 2.3% gap to the RTX 4060 Mobile is notable, as that is a laptop part. This close grouping suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER delivers performance consistent with its class, but it is not a standout part. The combo's overall rank of 1051 reflects this mid-pack GPU performance combined with a strong but not top-tier CPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results. The Low preset averages 142.5 FPS, which is smooth for competitive play. Medium averages 129.4 FPS, a small 9.2% drop from Low. High averages 88.3 FPS, a substantial 31.8% drop from Medium. Ultra averages 56.1 FPS, which is 36.5% lower than High. The progression shows that each quality tier above Medium carries a significant performance cost.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates are lower but still playable. Low averages 94.8 FPS, Medium averages 86.4 FPS, and High averages 59.1 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is only 8.9%, but the drop from Medium to High is 31.6%. Ultra averages 38.5 FPS, which is below the 40 FPS threshold for acceptable gameplay. The 1440p results show that High is the highest playable preset, and even that is close to the edge.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles. Low averages 55.4 FPS, which is playable. Medium averages 47.4 FPS, a 14.4% drop from Low. High averages 30.6 FPS, a 35.4% drop from Medium. Ultra averages 23.1 FPS, a 24.5% drop from High. The 4K data shows that only Low and Medium presets are viable, and the gap between Medium and High is steep, indicating the GPU's limits.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the performance cost of each settings tier increases as resolution rises. At 1080p, the difference between Medium and High is 41.1 FPS. At 1440p, that difference is 27.3 FPS. At 4K, it is 16.8 FPS. This suggests that at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes so saturated that quality changes have less absolute impact, but the relative percentage drops remain significant.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p gaming, the High preset at 88.3 FPS is the recommended choice. It provides a solid frame rate with good visual quality. The Medium preset at 129.4 FPS is better for players who prioritize high refresh rates, as it nearly doubles the frame rate of Ultra. The Ultra preset at 56.1 FPS is playable but not ideal for fast-paced combat, and the 86.4 FPS difference between Low and Ultra is too large to justify the visual gain.

At 1440p, the High preset at 59.1 FPS is the best balance. It offers a smooth experience close to 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 86.4 FPS is the better choice for players who want headroom above 60 FPS, but the visual difference from High may be noticeable. The Ultra preset at 38.5 FPS is not recommended, as it falls below 40 FPS and will feel stuttery in crowded MMO zones. Low at 94.8 FPS is viable for competitive play but sacrifices too much visual fidelity.

At 4K, only the Low preset at 55.4 FPS is recommended for general play. The Medium preset at 47.4 FPS is acceptable for less demanding areas, but the High preset at 30.6 FPS is too choppy. The Ultra preset at 23.1 FPS is not playable. The data suggests that 4K is not a realistic target for this combo, and users with 4K displays should either lower resolution scaling or accept Low settings.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is 1080p High or 1440p Medium. Both offer frame rates above 60 FPS with reasonable visual quality. The 1080p High preset at 88.3 FPS provides the smoothest experience with high-quality visuals, while 1440p Medium at 86.4 FPS offers a higher resolution with similar frame rates. For most players, 1440p Medium is the optimal choice, as it balances resolution and performance without dropping below 80 FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture on a 5 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Its 3dMark single-thread score of 974 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3218 are strong indicators of per-core performance, which is critical for MMO titles like Archeage that rely on single-threaded game logic.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is also robust. It scores 6379 in 3dMark max threads, 22799 in Cinebench R23 multicore, and 26825 in Passmark multithread. These scores place the CPU in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24993. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11850H (0.1% behind), AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (0.3% ahead), AMD Ryzen 5 8400F (0.3% ahead), and AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (0.4% behind).

In Archeage, the CPU's role is evident from the FPS data. At 1080p Low, the system hits 142.5 FPS, which is likely CPU-bound given that the GPU is not heavily taxed at low settings. The high single-thread score of 974 in 3dMark single thread supports this. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate drops to 23.1 FPS, indicating the GPU is the bottleneck. The CPU has enough headroom to push higher frame rates, but the RTX 2070 SUPER cannot keep up.

The 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 5.00 GHz boost is well-suited for Archeage's MMO workload, which involves numerous NPCs and player characters. The CPU's 65W TDP and DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) ensure it does not starve the GPU for data. The data shows that this CPU is not the limiting factor in this combo; the GPU is. For users looking to upgrade, replacing the RTX 2070 SUPER would yield greater FPS gains than upgrading the CPU.