Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 combination delivers a strong performance profile in Archeage, a 2014 MMORPG. The data shows a clear hierarchy across resolutions, with this combo ranking in the 81st percentile of tested configurations. The pairing of a 6-core Zen 4 processor with a Blackwell-architecture GPU produces results that scale predictably, though the CPU’s role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and higher frame rates.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, providing 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 8400F scores 20,851 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,943 in single-core. Its PassMark multi-thread score is 24,530, with a single-thread score of 3,684. These numbers place the chip at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. Notably, the nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25,057 with a deltaPct of 0, meaning performance is essentially identical to the 8400F’s average benchmark score of 25,064. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is also close, with an average score of 24,993 and a deltaPct of 0.3.

For Archeage, an MMORPG, the CPU’s multi-threaded capability is relevant for handling numerous entities and player actions. The 12 threads allow the processor to distribute game logic and network processing efficiently. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches 227.2 FPS, which is a high frame rate that likely shifts the bottleneck toward the CPU. The 8400F’s single-thread score of 951 in 3DMark single-thread suggests it can handle the game’s core logic without being a severe limiting factor, but the large drop from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution indicates that both components are being utilized in a balanced manner.

The processor’s 16 MB of L3 cache is modest by modern standards, but for a 2014 MMORPG title, this is not a hindrance. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo still produces 38.7 FPS, which is playable but not high-refresh territory. This suggests that while the CPU is capable, the GPU’s workload at higher settings becomes the dominant factor, especially at 4K.

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

Q: What is the combo’s overall ranking among tested configurations in Archeage?

A: The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 323rd out of 1,727 tested combos, placing it in the top 19% of all configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25,064, which is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X at 25,057, a deltaPct of 0. It is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24,993.

Q: What is the best performance the combo achieves at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 227.2 FPS. This is the highest measured frame rate across all resolutions and settings.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At High settings, the frame rate drops from 136.7 FPS at 1080p to 51.4 FPS at 4K, representing a 62.4% reduction. This indicates a significant GPU load increase.

Q: Does the Ultra preset provide a playable experience at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 62 FPS. This is a playable frame rate for most users, though it is the lowest 1440p result.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all graphics cards?

A: The RTX 5070 has a percentile ranking of 83, meaning it outperforms 83% of all GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 41,687.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of resolution scaling that highlights the GPU as the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. At Low settings, the combo delivers 227.2 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 154.4 FPS at 1440p and 89.7 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 32.0% from 1080p to 1440p, and 41.9% from 1440p to 4K. This steep decline at 4K indicates that the RTX 5070’s rendering load is increasing substantially, while the CPU has less impact on frame rates at these lower settings.

At Medium settings, the same trend appears: 204.7 FPS at 1080p, 133.6 FPS at 1440p, and 77.1 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 34.7%, and from 1440p to 4K it is 42.3%. These consistent percentage drops across Low and Medium settings suggest that the GPU’s fill rate and shading throughput are the bottlenecks, as the CPU’s workload does not scale with resolution in the same way.

For High settings, the frame rates are 136.7 FPS at 1080p, 93.9 FPS at 1440p, and 51.4 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 31.3%, and from 1440p to 4K is 45.3%. The larger drop at 4K (45.3%) compared to the low-setting drop (41.9%) indicates that the GPU is working harder due to increased shading complexity, while the CPU’s contribution becomes less significant.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling: 95.7 FPS at 1080p, 62 FPS at 1440p, and 38.7 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 35.2%, and from 1440p to 4K is 37.6%. Interestingly, the 4K drop is smaller than at High settings, which suggests that at Ultra, the GPU is already near its limit at 1440p, and the additional pixel count at 4K has a more moderate effect. Overall, the data indicates that at 1080p, the CPU may be a secondary bottleneck, especially at Low settings where 227.2 FPS is high, but at 4K, the GPU is unequivocally the limiting component.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo’s rank of 323 out of 1,727 tested combinations places it in the upper tier of configurations for Archeage. This ranking is based on measured FPS data, not synthetic benchmarks, making it a direct reflection of in-game performance. The RTX 5070’s average benchmark score of 41,687 and its 83rd percentile ranking among GPUs suggest that it is a high-end card, but its nearest rivals include older cards like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, which scores 41,441 with a deltaPct of 0.6. This means the RTX 5070 is only 0.6% faster than the RTX 3090 in average benchmark scores, despite being a newer generation.

The CPU’s rank of 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 25,064, places it close to the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which is a much older processor. This suggests that for Archeage, the CPU’s performance is sufficient but not exceptional. The combo’s overall rank of 323 indicates that there are 322 other configurations that perform better, likely featuring higher-end CPUs or GPUs. However, the data shows that this combo is well-balanced for the game, as it achieves high frame rates at 1080p and remains playable at 1440p across most settings.

When comparing to the GPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 scores 41,610 with a deltaPct of 0.2, meaning the RTX 5070 is 0.2% slower. This tight margin suggests that the RTX 5070’s performance is competitive with mid-range cards from other vendors, but its 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth provide advantages in memory-intensive scenarios, which may not be fully reflected in the average benchmark score.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo’s performance is strong across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 227.2 FPS, while Medium achieves 204.7 FPS, a 9.9% reduction. High settings yield 136.7 FPS, which is 33.2% lower than Medium. Ultra settings drop to 95.7 FPS, a 30.0% reduction from High. These numbers indicate that the step from Medium to High has the largest performance impact, likely due to increased shading and texture quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease significantly. Low settings average 154.4 FPS, Medium 133.6 FPS, and High 93.9 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 13.5%, and from Medium to High is 29.7%. Ultra settings at 1440p average 62 FPS, which is 34.0% lower than High. This pattern shows that the GPU’s workload increases more steeply at 1440p, particularly when transitioning to Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the lowest resolution tested results are observed. Low settings average 89.7 FPS, Medium 77.1 FPS, and High 51.4 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium is 14.0%, while the drop from Medium to High is 33.3%. Ultra settings at 4K average 38.7 FPS, which is 24.7% lower than High. This is the only resolution where Ultra settings fall below 40 FPS, indicating that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for smooth gameplay.

Across all resolutions, the RTX 5070’s 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for Archeage’s textures, as the game is from 2014 and does not require high memory capacities. The GPU’s boost clock of 2512 MHz and 30.87 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power handle the game’s rendering efficiently, but the data shows that resolution scaling has a predictable impact on performance.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the target resolution and desired frame rate. At 1080p, the High preset with 136.7 FPS is the optimal choice for most users, as it provides a smooth experience well above 60 FPS while offering improved visual quality over Medium (204.7 FPS). Ultra at 1080p yields 95.7 FPS, which is still high, but the 30% drop from High suggests diminishing returns in visual fidelity for the performance cost.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 133.6 FPS is the best balance, as it maintains a high frame rate while providing acceptable visual quality. High at 1440p drops to 93.9 FPS, which is still playable, but the 29.7% reduction from Medium may be noticeable on high-refresh monitors. Ultra at 1440p at 62 FPS is marginal, as it barely hits 60 FPS, and the drop from High is 34.0%, making it less desirable.

At 4K, the Low preset at 89.7 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience. Medium at 77.1 FPS is also viable, but High at 51.4 FPS and Ultra at 38.7 FPS fall below the 60 FPS threshold, making them less suitable for fast-paced gameplay. For 4K users, the Low preset is recommended, as it offers a 16.3% improvement over Medium while maintaining playable frame rates.

The data indicates that the sweet spot for this combo is 1080p High or 1440p Medium, where the RTX 5070’s GPU power is fully utilized without being bottlenecked by the CPU. At 4K, the user must compromise on settings to achieve playable frame rates, with Low being the only preset that consistently exceeds 60 FPS. The combo ranks 323rd overall, which is respectable, but the resolution scaling data shows that its strengths lie in lower resolutions where the CPU and GPU work in tandem to deliver high frame rates.