Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its benchmark scores position it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 24,993. It sits close to the Intel Core i7-11850H, which scores 24,974 (a 0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, which scores 24,897 (a 0.4% delta). For a game like Archeage, an MMORPG from 2014, this processor’s single-thread performance is critical; its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,218 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,759 indicate strong per-core capability. Multi-core performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,799 and a Passmark multithread score of 26,825. The data shows that at 1080p with Low settings, the system reaches 234.4 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions where frame rates are high. The 65W TDP and 32 MB of shared L3 cache are sufficient for this older MMO, which does not appear to stress the 12 threads heavily.

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

The Ryzen 5 7500F’s 6 cores and 12 threads are more than adequate for Archeage, a title that launched in 2014 and was designed for much older hardware. The processor’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz is the key factor here; older MMOs often rely on one or two heavily loaded threads for game logic and rendering draw calls. In the measured results, the CPU's capability is most visible at 1080p with Low settings, where the system produces 234.4 FPS. This high frame rate indicates that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to exceed 200 FPS, even at lower graphical loads. The 3DMark single-thread score of 974 and the Cinebench R15 single-core score of 324 reinforce that this chip has the per-core strength needed for such scenarios. Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 2700X (average score 25,057, delta -0.3%) and the Ryzen 5 8400F (average score 25,064, delta -0.3%), the 7500F is essentially on par in aggregate benchmarks, but its newer Zen 4 architecture provides a distinct advantage in single-threaded workloads that matter for this game. The Passmark single-thread score of 3,841 is particularly telling; it shows that the processor can handle the instruction-heavy tasks typical of an MMORPG without breaking a sweat, allowing the GPU to stretch its legs at lower resolutions.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is a 12 GB GDDR6X card with a boost clock of 2475 MHz and a memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. Its 7,168 shading units and 80 ROPs give it ample raw rasterization power for a game from 2014. The GPU's average benchmark score is 42,576, placing it in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, which is notably higher than the CPU's 82nd percentile. This suggests the GPU is the more dominant component in this pairing. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (score 42,653, delta -0.2%) and the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (score 42,723, delta -0.3%), indicating the 4070 SUPER is well within the expected performance band for its class. In Archeage, the GPU's role becomes apparent when moving from Low to Ultra settings. At 4K, the frame rate drops from 88.9 FPS on Low to 36.2 FPS on Ultra, a steep decline that shows the GPU is being heavily taxed by higher-quality textures and effects. The 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this title, even at 4K Ultra, as the game's 2014-era assets are unlikely to exceed 6 GB of usage. The card's 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance ensures that even at 1440p High, it can sustain 95.6 FPS, which is a smooth experience for an MMORPG.

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

The measured data shows a clear pattern of frame rate scaling across resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system hits 234.4 FPS; at 1440p Low, it drops to 155.7 FPS (a 33.6% decrease); and at 4K Low, it falls to 88.9 FPS (a 42.9% decrease from 1440p). This scaling indicates a shift in the bottleneck. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU has plenty of headroom to render frames quickly. At 4K, the GPU takes over as the primary constraint, given the increased pixel count. The gap between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions; at 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 136.1 FPS (234.4 vs 98.3), while at 4K, the difference is 52.7 FPS (88.9 vs 36.2). This suggests that the GPU is struggling more with the Ultra preset's additional visual effects at 4K, while at 1080p, even Ultra settings are still within the CPU's ability to feed frames. The most telling data point is 1080p Ultra at 98.3 FPS versus 1440p Ultra at 67.7 FPS. The 30.6 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p Ultra is more pronounced than the 27.9 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K Ultra (67.7 to 36.2), indicating that the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, but the CPU still has a role at lower settings.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p High (95.6 FPS) and 1440p Medium (141.2 FPS) offer a strong balance. 4K High is playable at 57.9 FPS, but 4K Ultra (36.2 FPS) dips below the ideal smoothness threshold for an MMORPG.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7500F compare to its nearest CPU rival in overall benchmarks?

A: The 7500F has an average benchmark score of 24,993, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-11850H (24,974) and 0.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (24,897). It is also 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (25,057).

Q: Is the RTX 4070 SUPER a bottleneck at 1080p in Archeage?

A: Based on the results, no. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 234.4 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra, it still hits 98.3 FPS. The CPU is more likely the limiting factor at this resolution, given the high frame rates.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 4K, Low settings produce 88.9 FPS, while Ultra settings produce 36.2 FPS. This is a 52.7 FPS drop, showing that the Ultra preset has a significant performance cost at this resolution.

Q: How does the GPU's performance percentile compare to the CPU's?

A: The GPU is in the 84th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU is in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. This indicates the GPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the CPU is.

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

A: This CPU/GPU combination ranks 280th out of 1,727 tested combos for this game, placing it in the top 16.2% of all tested systems.

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

At 1920x1080, the system delivers 234.4 FPS on Low, 207.9 FPS on Medium, 142.0 FPS on High, and 98.3 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show a linear progression of performance loss as settings increase, with the largest single drop occurring between Medium and High (65.9 FPS). At 2560x1440, the frame rates are 155.7 FPS on Low, 141.2 FPS on Medium, 95.6 FPS on High, and 67.7 FPS on Ultra. The gap between Low and Medium narrows to 14.5 FPS, indicating that the GPU is starting to become more involved. At 3840x2160, the system produces 88.9 FPS on Low, 77.8 FPS on Medium, 57.9 FPS on High, and 36.2 FPS on Ultra. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a drop from 142.0 FPS to 57.9 FPS, a 59.2% reduction. At Medium settings, the drop is from 207.9 FPS to 77.8 FPS, a 62.6% reduction. The data indicates that the Ultra preset is the most demanding, with 4K Ultra at 36.2 FPS being the only measured result below 50 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at each resolution is substantial: 136.1 FPS at 1080p, 88.0 FPS at 1440p, and 52.7 FPS at 4K.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For 1080p users, the High preset at 142.0 FPS is the best choice for a smooth experience without sacrificing too much visual quality. Ultra at 98.3 FPS is still playable, but the 43.7 FPS drop from High to Ultra is significant for a marginal visual improvement in a 2014 game. At 1440p, the Medium preset at 141.2 FPS provides an excellent balance, while High at 95.6 FPS is also very good. The Ultra preset at 67.7 FPS is borderline; it is playable but may feel less responsive in crowded areas. For 4K, the data suggests sticking to Medium at 77.8 FPS or High at 57.9 FPS. The Low preset at 88.9 FPS is the safest if frame rate consistency is the priority, but Medium offers a better visual experience with only an 11.1 FPS penalty. The Ultra preset at 36.2 FPS is not recommended for any resolution, as it drops below 40 FPS even at 1440p (67.7 FPS is the only Ultra result above 60 FPS). The best overall experience per the measured rows is 1440p Medium, which delivers 141.2 FPS, or 1080p High, which delivers 142.0 FPS, both offering high refresh rates with acceptable visual fidelity.