Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination delivers playable frame rates in Archeage, but the data clearly indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The combo ranks in the 29th percentile of tested configurations, and the scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is heavily constrained by graphics processing rather than CPU throughput.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65W TDP. This is a modern desktop part with substantial single-thread performance, which is often critical for MMORPGs like Archeage that rely on a single primary game thread for simulation and networking.

Benchmark data for the Ryzen 5 7600 shows strong synthetic scores: a single-thread 3DMark score of 999, a Cinebench R23 single-core result of 1852, and a Passmark single-thread score of 3910. Multi-threaded performance is equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12735 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 13413. This processor sits at the 78th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26324.

In the context of Archeage, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with draw calls and handle the game’s simulation. The Ryzen 5 7600’s high boost clock of 5.10 GHz and its 32 MB of shared L3 cache are well-suited for this task. The processor’s nearest rivals, based on average benchmark scores, include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX (deltaPct 0.2), the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS (deltaPct -0.3), the Intel Core i9-11900KF (deltaPct 0.4), and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U (deltaPct 0.5). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the 7600’s raw compute power is essentially on par with these other high-end parts.

However, the measured frame rates in Archeage do not scale with CPU potential in a way that suggests CPU limitation. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 129 FPS, but at 4K with Low settings, it drops to 50 FPS. This dramatic drop, while the CPU workload remains relatively constant, points directly at the GPU as the limiting factor. The Ryzen 5 7600 is more than capable of driving high frame rates; it is the graphics card that cannot keep pace as resolution increases. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration is likely sufficient for Archeage’s engine, as the frame rates do not collapse at lower resolutions where CPU overhead would be more visible.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2624 out of 3708 tested combinations in Archeage. This places the combo in the bottom 29% of all tested hardware configurations. This is a low ranking that reflects the GPU’s age and position in the market more than the CPU’s capability.

The RTX 2060 SUPER, while a competent card in its generation, is now an end-of-life product. Its percentile rank among all GPUs is 62, with an average benchmark score of 18093. The CPU is in the 78th percentile, showing a clear mismatch in tier. The combo’s low overall rank suggests that while the CPU is strong, the GPU drags the entire system down in a graphics-intensive title like Archeage, especially when considering higher settings and resolutions.

The ranking data indicates that this combo is not competitive with the top tier of systems tested. For a game like Archeage, which can be demanding at high resolutions, a 2624 rank out of 3708 suggests that most other tested configurations will provide better performance. This is not a verdict on the CPU, which is a modern, high-performing part, but rather a statement about the GPU’s limitations. The delta between the CPU’s high percentile (78) and the combo’s low rank (29th percentile) quantifies the extent to which the RTX 2060 SUPER holds back the Ryzen 5 7600.

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

The measured FPS data for this combo shows a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p, the system achieves 129 FPS on Low settings, 115 FPS on Medium, 78 FPS on High, and 53 FPS on Ultra. Moving to 1440p, these numbers fall to 87 FPS (Low), 77 FPS (Medium), 52 FPS (High), and 36 FPS (Ultra). At 4K, the system manages 50 FPS (Low), 44 FPS (Medium), 30 FPS (High), and 20 FPS (Ultra).

This scaling curve is a textbook example of GPU-bound performance. The drop from 1080p Low (129 FPS) to 1440p Low (87 FPS) represents a 33% reduction in frame rate. From 1440p Low to 4K Low, the frame rate falls another 43% to 50 FPS. The percentage drops are consistent with the increase in pixel count, which directly increases the load on the GPU’s pixel processing capabilities.

The RTX 2060 SUPER has a pixel rate of 105.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 224.4 GTexel/s. These are the metrics that matter when rendering at higher resolutions. The CPU’s workload, in contrast, does not scale with resolution in the same way. The Ryzen 5 7600’s performance is static; it processes the same number of draw calls and AI routines regardless of whether the output is 1080p or 4K. Therefore, the FPS drops observed are almost entirely attributable to the GPU hitting its limits.

The data shows that at 1080p Medium, the system delivers 115 FPS, which is a good experience. At 4K High, it drops to 30 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. This confirms that the RTX 2060 SUPER is the bottleneck. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar FPS numbers across different resolutions, as the CPU would be maxed out. Instead, we see a steep decline in performance that mirrors the GPU’s rendering load.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution to play Archeage with this CPU/GPU combo for a high frame rate?

A: The data shows that 1080p is the only resolution where the combo consistently exceeds 60 FPS. At 1080p Low, it hits 129 FPS, at Medium it reaches 115 FPS, and at High it stays above 60 FPS at 78 FPS. At 1440p, only the Low preset manages to stay above 60 FPS, with 87 FPS.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 1440p on the High preset?

A: The average FPS drops from 78 FPS at 1080p High to 52 FPS at 1440p High. This represents a 33% reduction in frame rate, which is a significant loss and indicates the GPU is struggling with the extra pixel load.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 or the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER the limiting factor in this system?

A: The benchmark data clearly identifies the GPU as the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 78th percentile of all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 62nd percentile. More importantly, the FPS scales down sharply with resolution, which is a sign of GPU limitation, not CPU limitation.

Q: Can this system achieve a stable 60 FPS at 4K in Archeage?

A: No. The highest 4K average FPS measured is 50 FPS on Low settings. On Medium, it drops to 44 FPS, and on High it is only 30 FPS. The system cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K on any tested preset.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its closest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 18159, which is a deltaPct of -0.4. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 scores 18189 (deltaPct -0.5), and the AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 18373 (deltaPct -1.5). The scores are very close, indicating similar performance levels.

Q: What is the difference in FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the Low preset achieves 129 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 53 FPS. This is a difference of 76 FPS, or a 59% reduction in performance when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is a Turing-architecture GPU built on a 12 nm process at TSMC. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The card has a base clock of 1470 MHz and a boost clock of 1650 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). It includes 2176 shading units, 136 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, along with 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores. This configuration yields a FP32 performance of 7.181 TFLOPS and a pixel rate of 105.6 GPixel/s.

In Archeage, the GPU’s role is to render the game world, including geometry, textures, and post-processing effects. The 8 GB of VRAM is a crucial factor for modern MMORPGs, which often feature large open worlds with high-resolution textures. The data suggests that the VRAM capacity is not the primary limiting factor, as the frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings, rather than experiencing sudden drops that would indicate memory swapping.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it at the 62nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the RTX 3060 Mobile (deltaPct -0.4), the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (deltaPct -0.5), the AMD Radeon RX 460 (deltaPct -1.5), and the Intel Arc A770M (deltaPct -1.6). This shows the RTX 2060 SUPER is a mid-tier performer, competitive with several other cards but not a high-end solution.

The measured FPS data in Archeage reflect this mid-tier status. At 1080p, the card can push high frame rates on lower presets but struggles at Ultra. At 1440p and 4K, the card’s compute and fillrate limits become apparent, with average FPS falling below 60 on all presets except Low at 1440p. The GPU’s 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is insufficient for the heavy pixel shading required at 4K, leading to the observed 30 FPS on High and 20 FPS on Ultra at that resolution. The 175W TDP and dual-slot design are consistent with a card of this performance class.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate.

At 1080p, the best experience balances visual quality with smoothness is the High preset, which delivers 78 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay and offers significantly better visual fidelity than the Low preset (129 FPS). The Medium preset (115 FPS) is also viable, but High provides a substantial visual upgrade for a 37 FPS cost. The Ultra preset (53 FPS) is playable but dips below 60 FPS, making it less ideal for fast-paced combat.

At 1440p, the Medium preset is the recommended choice, yielding 77 FPS. While the Low preset achieves a higher 87 FPS, the Medium preset offers a much better visual experience while still maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS. The High preset (52 FPS) is borderline, and the Ultra preset (36 FPS) should be avoided for any serious gameplay.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The Low preset is the only option that approaches playability, with an average of 50 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 44 FPS, and the High preset falls to 30 FPS. For 4K, users should accept the Low preset or consider lowering the resolution to achieve a better experience.

A general recommendation is to prioritize the Medium or High preset at 1080p for the best overall experience. For users with 1440p monitors, Medium provides the best trade-off between visual impact and performance. At 4K, the system is not well-suited for high-quality settings, and users should expect to play on Low to maintain a playable frame rate. The data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck, so lowering resolution is the most effective way to improve FPS, while CPU-related settings will have a minimal impact.