Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 produces a performance profile in Archeage that is heavily dictated by resolution and graphics settings. The dataset shows a clear hierarchy where frame rates scale predictably with workload, but the margins between settings reveal which component is under the most strain. This analysis walks through the measured FPS data, contextualizes the scores against known rivals, and provides actionable settings guidance based strictly on the provided figures.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 demonstrates a steep performance curve. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo delivers 86 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at the same High preset drops the average to 58 FPS, a reduction of 28 FPS. The jump to 3840x2160 at High sees the average fall to 33 FPS, which is a 25 FPS drop from the 1440p result and a 53 FPS decline from the 1080p baseline. This pattern indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiter as pixel count increases, since the CPU has fewer frames to feed at higher resolutions.

The scaling is even more pronounced when examining the Low preset. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 142 FPS. At 1440p Low, it drops to 95 FPS. At 4K Low, it falls further to 55 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is roughly 33%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is about 42%. This non-linear degradation suggests that the RX 9060’s memory bandwidth and processing capacity are being saturated as resolution increases, even on the least demanding settings.

The Medium preset shows a similar trend but with less severe penalties. From 126 FPS at 1080p, the average drops to 85 FPS at 1440p, then to 49 FPS at 4K. The spread between Low and Medium at 4K is only 6 FPS (55 vs 49), whereas at 1080p the spread is 16 FPS (142 vs 126). This narrowing gap at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU’s rendering pipeline is the bottleneck, not the settings themselves. The data shows that at 4K, even dropping from Medium to Low yields only a modest 6 FPS gain, confirming that the GPU is working near its limits regardless of quality level.

The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with 58 FPS at 1080p, 39 FPS at 1440p, and 23 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 19 FPS, and from 1440p to 4K is 16 FPS. These results indicate that Ultra settings impose a consistent overhead across resolutions, but the absolute frame rates at 4K fall below playable thresholds for most users. The limiting component at 4K Ultra is clearly the GPU, given that the CPU’s 8-core, 16-thread configuration is likely not saturated at 23 FPS.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with a Navi 44 chip. Its memory configuration includes 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. These specs, combined with 1792 shading units and 64 ROPs, determine how the card handles Archeage’s rendering demands.

At 1080p, the GPU’s raw throughput is sufficient to push High settings to 86 FPS and Low settings to 142 FPS. The Medium preset at 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS shows that the card can maintain smooth frame pacing when not maxed out. However, the 8 GB VRAM capacity becomes a concern at higher resolutions and settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 23, which is likely due to both memory capacity and bandwidth constraints. The 288.0 GB/s bandwidth may struggle to feed the texture and geometry data required at 3840x2160, especially with Ultra settings that likely increase texture resolution and draw distances.

The GPU’s benchmark scores align with its mid-range positioning. The PassMark G3D score is 17631, and the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3322. These figures place the RX 9060 in the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, has an average score of 16129, which is 0.7% lower. This indicates that the RX 9060 performs on par with the RTX 3060 Ti in synthetic tests, though the real-world Archeage results show how specific game optimizations can shift the balance.

The GPU’s 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power is substantial, but Archeage’s engine appears to be sensitive to memory bandwidth rather than pure compute. The 4K results show a steep drop-off that correlates with the 128-bit memory bus. At 1080p, the GPU has enough bandwidth to maintain high frame rates, but at 4K, the 288.0 GB/s ceiling becomes a limiting factor. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, the RX 9060 is best paired with Medium settings at best, where it achieves 49 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1603 out of 2761 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested CPU-GPU pairings, meaning 58% of combos perform worse and 42% perform better. This mid-pack ranking reflects the balanced nature of the hardware, where neither component is a clear standout for this specific title.

The CPU itself ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25517. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon D-2752TER, which scores 25530 (0.1% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U, which scores 25485 (0.1% lower). These margins are negligible, suggesting that the Ryzen 7 5700’s processing power is not a differentiator in this combo’s ranking.

The GPU ranks in the 59th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 16014. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7700, which scores 15852 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, which scores 15679 (2.1% lower). The RX 9060’s 1% advantage over the RX 7700 in average score is mirrored in the Archeage results, where the combo achieves playable frame rates at 1080p but struggles at 4K.

The combo rank of 1603 out of 2761 suggests that while individual components are above average, their pairing does not synergize exceptionally well for Archeage. The game’s MMO nature likely involves CPU-bound scenarios in crowded areas, but the measured data here focuses on general rendering performance. The rank indicates that there are 1158 combos that perform better, many of which likely feature higher-end GPUs with more memory bandwidth.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings?

A: The average FPS is 126, with a minimum of 107 and a maximum of 145. This represents a solid baseline for 1080p gaming.

Q: How does the RX 9060 compare to the RTX 3060 Ti in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129. This puts the RX 9060 0.7% behind the RTX 3060 Ti in overall GPU benchmarks.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 5700 a strong CPU for gaming?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25517. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 6600H, scores 25550, which is 0.1% higher.

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

A: Based on the data, 1920x1080 offers the most consistent performance, with High settings achieving 86 FPS and Low settings reaching 142 FPS. At 2560x1440, High settings drop to 58 FPS.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: At 3840x2160, the combo achieves 33 FPS on High settings and 49 FPS on Medium settings. Ultra settings drop to 23 FPS, which is not smooth. For 4K, Medium settings are the highest playable option.

Q: How many combos rank below this specific CPU-GPU pairing?

A: This combo ranks 1603 out of 2761 total combos, meaning 1158 combos rank below it and 1602 rank above it.

Settings Recommendations

The data provides clear guidance on which settings preset offers the best experience for this hardware. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS, which is smooth and responsive for an MMORPG. High settings at 86 FPS are also playable, but the 40 FPS drop from Medium to High may not justify the visual uplift. Low settings at 142 FPS are optimal for competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual fidelity is reduced.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset at 85 FPS is the sweet spot. High settings at 58 FPS are borderline, while Low at 95 FPS offers headroom. Ultra at 39 FPS is too demanding for consistent play. The minimum FPS of 72 on Medium at 1440p suggests occasional dips, but the average remains above 60.

At 3840x2160, only Medium settings are viable, with an average of 49 FPS and a minimum of 41 FPS. This is playable but not ideal for fast-paced combat. Low settings at 55 FPS offer a slight improvement, but High at 33 FPS and Ultra at 23 FPS are below acceptable thresholds. For 4K, Medium is the recommended preset, though users may need to accept occasional frame drops.

The overall recommendation is to prioritize Medium settings at 1080p or 1440p for the best balance of visual quality and performance. For 4K, Medium is the only reasonable choice, and even then, the experience is marginal. The data shows that the GPU’s memory bandwidth is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, so reducing settings that impact texture streaming or shadow complexity will yield the most benefit.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 provides 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its 16 MB of L3 cache and 64 KB of L1 cache per core are typical for the Zen 3 architecture. The CPU’s benchmark scores show strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a Geekbench multicore score of 9959. Single-threaded performance is respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2916.

In Archeage, the CPU’s role is primarily to handle game logic, NPC AI, and player interactions, which are common in MMORPGs. The measured FPS data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 142 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower settings. However, at 1080p Ultra, the FPS drops to 58, indicating that the GPU is struggling with the increased rendering load rather than the CPU being unable to feed it.

The CPU’s 16 threads are likely underutilized in Archeage, which may not scale perfectly across all cores. The PassMark multithread score of 24303 and the 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 indicate strong parallel processing capabilities, but the game’s engine may favor fewer, faster cores. The single-thread score of 901 in 3DMark and 3296 in PassMark single-thread tests suggest that the CPU’s per-core performance is adequate for the game’s primary thread.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s over dual-channel DDR4 may also play a role. At lower resolutions where the GPU is not saturated, the CPU can feed frames quickly. At higher resolutions, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the CPU’s performance has less impact on the final FPS. The data shows that from 1080p to 4K, the FPS drops consistently across all settings, which aligns with a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers the following average FPS by settings: Low at 142, Medium at 126, High at 86, and Ultra at 58. The Medium preset has a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS, showing a stable frame delivery. The gap between Low and Medium is 16 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 40 FPS, and High to Ultra is 28 FPS. This indicates that the jump from Medium to High is the most costly in terms of performance.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values are: Low at 95, Medium at 85, High at 58, and Ultra at 39. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is significant for all settings, with Low falling by 47 FPS, Medium by 41 FPS, High by 28 FPS, and Ultra by 19 FPS. The percentage drops are 33%, 33%, 33%, and 33% respectively, showing a consistent scaling factor.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS values are: Low at 55, Medium at 49, High at 33, and Ultra at 23. The Medium preset has a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 56 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K results in drops of 40 FPS for Low, 36 FPS for Medium, 25 FPS for High, and 16 FPS for Ultra. The percentage drops are 42%, 42%, 43%, and 41% respectively, indicating that the GPU’s rendering capability is the limiting factor.

The data shows that the combo performs best at 1080p, where all settings are playable, and at 1440p, where Medium is the recommended setting. At 4K, only Low and Medium settings are viable, with High and Ultra being too demanding. The measured FPS values provide a clear roadmap for users seeking to optimize their experience based on their display resolution and tolerance for visual compromises.