Archeage

Archeage is a 2014 MMORPG, and benchmark results for this title show that the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT delivers a wide range of performance depending on the resolution and settings you choose. The measured data reveals a system that can push very high frame rates at 1080p, but one where the graphical load at 4K Ultra can become demanding. The following analysis breaks down the measured FPS across all tested configurations, explaining what the scores mean relative to the hardware's known capabilities and its standing among rival components.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured FPS data, 2560x1440 provides the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1440p High, the system averaged 80 FPS, which is a solid target. While 1920x1080 offers much higher frame rates (up to 196 FPS on Low), the 1440p results at Medium and High settings provide a significantly better visual experience while maintaining well over 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 7600 compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 7600 has an average benchmark score of 26324, which places it at the 78th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, scores 26274, making the 7600 just 0.2% faster. The Intel Core i9-11900KF scores 26212, meaning the 7600 is 0.4% ahead of it. These are extremely tight margins, indicating the 7600 performs on par with these other high-end processors.

Q: Is the Radeon RX 6800 XT a strong performer in its class?

A: Yes, the RX 6800 XT ranks in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 48477. When compared to its nearest rivals, it performs similarly: it is 1.5% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (which scores 47743) and 2.5% slower than the Intel Arc A550M (which scores 49737). It also trades blows with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, which is 3% faster.

Q: What is the highest average FPS this setup can achieve in Archeage?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 196, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is a massive frame rate that is well beyond the refresh rate of most standard monitors. Even at 1080p with High settings, the system still maintains a strong 118 FPS average.

Q: What is the lowest performance scenario, and how playable is it?

A: The lowest performance scenario is at 3840x2160 (4K) with Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 31. This is generally considered unplayable for a smooth experience, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold. While the 4K Medium preset is more playable at 67 FPS, the Ultra preset at this resolution is too demanding for this hardware combination.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 6800 XT have, and does it matter for this game?

A: The RX 6800 XT has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, which is more than sufficient for Archeage. Since the game is from 2014, its texture and geometry data likely fit comfortably within the memory capacity, even at 4K Ultra settings. The bottleneck at 4K Ultra is more likely the GPU's raw compute power rather than its memory capacity, given the significant FPS drop from Medium (67 FPS) to Ultra (31 FPS).

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is a high-end graphics card built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture. It operates with a base clock of 1825 MHz and a boost clock of 2250 MHz, with a game clock of 2015 MHz. The GPU is equipped with 4608 shading units and 128 ROPs, and its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at 2000 MHz on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s.

In Archeage, the GPU's performance is the primary factor in the measured FPS at higher resolutions. The data shows that at 1080p, the GPU is not the limiting factor, as the system achieves very high frame rates across all settings. However, as resolution increases, the GPU load becomes more significant. At 4K, the difference between settings is stark. The 4K High preset averages 46 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset drops to just 31 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's compute units and memory bandwidth are being heavily stressed by the Ultra settings at this resolution.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is ample for this title, but the data suggests that the chip's raw performance is the bottleneck at 4K Ultra. The jump from Medium (67 FPS) to High (46 FPS) is a 21 FPS drop, and the jump from High to Ultra is another 15 FPS drop. This shows that the game's Ultra preset introduces effects that are particularly taxing on the RX 6800 XT, likely involving high-resolution shadows and post-processing that fill the GPU's render pipeline.

When considering the GPU's standing, it ranks above 85% of all GPUs in the database, but its nearest rivals show it is not a top-tier card. It is 1.5% faster than the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile but 3% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This places it in a competitive but not dominant position. For Archeage, this means it can handle 1440p with ease, but 4K Ultra is beyond its comfortable reach.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 7000 series, based on the Zen 4 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a modern desktop CPU on the AM5 socket, and its synthetic benchmark scores are strong, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs.

In Archeage, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and manage game logic. At 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor, as the GPU can render frames quickly enough to expose the CPU's frame-time limits. The data supports this: at 1080p Low, the system hits 196 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, it drops to 81 FPS. This drop is not due to the CPU's single-thread performance but rather the increased GPU load at higher settings, which reduces the bottleneck pressure on the CPU.

The Ryzen 5 7600's single-thread performance is excellent, as evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 999 and its passmark_single_thread score of 3910. In an MMORPG like Archeage, which often relies on a few heavily-threaded processes, this strong single-core performance is crucial for maintaining high frame rates. The CPU's multi-thread performance is also solid, with a cinebench_r23_multicore score of 12735, ensuring that background tasks and game logic do not create stutters.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 7600 is effectively neck-and-neck. It is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and 0.4% faster than the Intel Core i9-11900KF. This means that, in terms of raw processing power, the 7600 is not leaving anything on the table. For Archeage, the CPU is not the primary concern; the data indicates that the GPU is the main bottleneck at higher resolutions, while at 1080p, the system is well-balanced enough to push very high frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for Archeage with this hardware combination spans three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the system performs exceptionally well. With Low settings, the average FPS is 196. Moving to Medium, the average drops to 174 FPS, with a minimum of 148 FPS and a maximum of 200 FPS. High settings yield an average of 118 FPS, and Ultra settings bring the average down to 81 FPS. This shows that even at the highest settings, 1080p is very playable, though the jump from High to Ultra is a significant 37 FPS drop.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the GPU starting to work harder. Low settings produce an average of 132 FPS, which is still excellent. Medium settings average 117 FPS, with a minimum of 100 FPS and a maximum of 135 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 80 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS target for most displays. Ultra settings, however, see a substantial drop to an average of 54 FPS. This is the first point where the system falls below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that 1440p Ultra is pushing the hardware.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. Low settings average 75 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 67 FPS, with a minimum of 57 FPS and a maximum of 77 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 46 FPS, which is not ideal for a smooth experience. Ultra settings are the worst, averaging just 31 FPS. The data shows a clear trend: at 4K, the system can handle Low and Medium settings, but High and Ultra are not viable for consistent performance.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 196 at 1080p to 132 at 1440p and then to 75 at 4K. This is a 38% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 43% drop from 1440p to 4K. This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU's rendering load is the primary factor, as the CPU has enough headroom to keep up at these lower settings.

At High settings, the scaling is similar but more pronounced. The average FPS drops from 118 at 1080p to 80 at 1440p (a 32% drop) and then to 46 at 4K (a 43% drop from 1440p). At Ultra settings, the drop is even more severe. From 1080p (81 FPS) to 1440p (54 FPS) is a 33% drop, and from 1440p to 4K (31 FPS) is a 43% drop. This shows that the GPU is the limiting component at all resolutions above 1080p, and the gap widens as the settings increase.

The data clearly indicates that the CPU is not the bottleneck in this game at these resolutions. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the FPS would remain relatively flat across resolutions, as the GPU would be waiting for the CPU to send data. Instead, the FPS drops consistently with each resolution increase, confirming that the RX 6800 XT is being pushed to its limits. For a 4K experience, the user must accept Medium settings or lower to stay above 60 FPS, while 1440p High offers a good balance of quality and performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this hardware in Archeage depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the system is powerful enough to run Ultra settings at an average of 81 FPS. This is a playable frame rate, but if you prefer a smoother experience or have a high-refresh-rate monitor, High settings at 118 FPS or Medium at 174 FPS are better choices. Medium settings offer a massive FPS boost with only a minor visual fidelity loss, making it the recommended preset for competitive play or high refresh rates.

For 2560x1440, the best experience is found at High settings, which averages 80 FPS. This provides a great balance of visual quality and smoothness. Medium settings are also viable at 117 FPS, especially if you prioritize frame rate over graphical detail. Ultra settings at 54 FPS are borderline; they are playable but may feel less smooth. It is recommended to stick with High or Medium at this resolution to maintain a consistent 60+ FPS experience.

For 3840x2160, the options are more limited. Medium settings average 67 FPS, which is the only preset that provides a comfortable experience above the 60 FPS threshold. Low settings at 75 FPS are also smooth but suffer from reduced visual quality. High settings at 46 FPS and Ultra at 31 FPS are not recommended for general play, as the frame rates are too low for a fluid experience. If 4K is a requirement, Medium settings are the clear choice. For the best overall experience, 1440p High is the sweet spot for this CPU and GPU combination, delivering a strong frame rate without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.