Archeage

# CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture using TSMC's 7 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, drawing 105 W TDP. The chip's standout feature is its 96 MB shared L3 cache, which is notably large for a desktop processor and typically benefits games that rely on frequent data reuse. The CPU supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration, offering 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth—a figure that, while modest by modern standards, is paired with the large cache to compensate in latency-sensitive workloads.

In synthetic benchmarks, the 5700X3D demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 22366, while the single-core score is 3157. In 3DMark, the processor scores 6764 in the 16-thread test and 804 in single-thread, indicating that while multi-thread scaling is robust, raw single-thread performance is not its primary strength. Geekbench results show 11086 multicore and 1849 single-core. PassMark multithread score reaches 26318, with single-thread at 2970.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the 5700X3D sits in a tight performance band. It is 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D (average score 24728 vs. 24709), 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX (24822), and 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12450HX (24576) and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i5-11600 (24563). These deltas are negligible in real-world terms, placing the 5700X3D squarely in the middle of a cluster of similarly performing chips. Its percentile rank among all CPUs is 77, meaning it outperforms roughly three-quarters of the database.

For Archeage, an MMORPG originally released in 2014, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining consistent frame times in crowded areas with many players and NPCs. The 8-core/16-thread configuration ensures that background threads for game logic, network handling, and audio processing do not starve the main render thread. The large L3 cache is particularly relevant for MMO environments where asset streaming and entity updates can cause cache misses. The benchmark data shows that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 71 FPS, which is the highest measured across all configurations, suggesting that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at lower resolutions where the render load is lighter.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 5700X3D compare to its closest rival, the Ryzen 5 7600X3D?

A: The 5700X3D has an average benchmark score of 24709, which is 0.1% lower than the 7600X3D's 24728. This difference is statistically insignificant, meaning the two processors deliver nearly identical overall performance in the database's synthetic tests.

Q: What is the CPU's strongest benchmark area based on the data?

A: The highest scores come from PassMark integer math (81257) and floating-point math (46492), followed by 3DMark max threads (6755) and 16 threads (6764). The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22366 also stands out as a strong result.

Q: Does the 5700X3D's single-thread performance limit it in any way?

A: The single-thread scores are comparatively modest: 3dmark_single_thread is 804, Cinebench R23 single-core is 3157, and Geekbench single-core is 1849. However, the measured FPS in Archeage at 1080p Low (71 FPS) indicates that this level of single-thread performance is sufficient for the game's demands when paired with this GPU.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance scale from 2 to 16 threads?

A: In 3DMark, the 2-thread score is 1575, 4-thread is 3097, 8-thread is 5357, and 16-thread (max) is 6755. Scaling from 2 to 4 threads is nearly linear (96% increase), while scaling from 8 to 16 threads adds only 26% more performance, indicating diminishing returns beyond 8 threads.

Q: What is the CPU's launch MSRP?

A: The launch MSRP is $249.

Q: Is the 5700X3D a good match for this GPU in terms of avoiding CPU bottlenecks?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the primary limiting factor at lower settings. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 71 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra it drops to 29 FPS—a decline of 59%. This pattern indicates the GPU becomes the bottleneck as settings increase, while the CPU has headroom to push higher frame rates when the render load is reduced.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Intel Arc B390 ranks 2453 out of 2761 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the bottom 11% of all combinations in the database, which is a poor showing for a system with a capable 8-core CPU. The rank is driven almost entirely by the GPU's performance, as the Arc B390 sits at the 9th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database are all low-end NVIDIA parts: the GeForce GT 520MX (1463, 1.3% slower), GeForce 800M (1460, 1.5% slower), GeForce GT 625 OEM (1446, 2.5% slower), and GeForce GT 710 (1443, 2.7% slower). The Arc B390 is only 1.3% to 2.7% faster than these legacy integrated and entry-level discrete GPUs, which explains the low combo rank. The CPU's 77th percentile standing is irrelevant when paired with a GPU that ranks in the 9th percentile.

In the context of the 2761 combos tested, the 2453rd rank means the vast majority of systems deliver higher average FPS in Archeage. The measured FPS data confirms this: the best result is 71 FPS at 1080p Low, while many competitive combos would likely exceed 100 FPS in the same scenario. The combo's rank is a direct consequence of the GPU's limited fill rate and compute throughput, which caps the system's overall gaming performance despite the CPU's strong multi-threaded capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions (1920x1080, 2560x1440, 3840x2160) and four settings presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), for a total of 12 configurations. All figures are average FPS unless noted, with some Medium presets also reporting min and max values.

At 1080p, the results are: Low 71 FPS, Medium 64 FPS (min 54, max 73), High 43 FPS, and Ultra 29 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with the largest single drop being 21 FPS from High to Ultra (43 to 29). The Medium preset's min of 54 FPS and max of 73 FPS indicate reasonable frame time consistency, with a spread of 19 FPS.

At 1440p, the scores drop considerably: Low 48 FPS, Medium 43 FPS (min 36, max 49), High 29 FPS, and Ultra 20 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium is only 5 FPS, while High to Ultra is 9 FPS. The Medium min of 36 FPS suggests occasional stutters, but the max of 49 FPS shows the system can reach playable levels.

At 4K, performance falls to: Low 28 FPS, Medium 25 FPS (min 21, max 28), High 17 FPS, and Ultra 11 FPS. None of these are playable for an MMORPG, where smooth navigation and combat require at least 30 FPS. The Medium preset's min of 21 FPS and max of 28 FPS show a tight but low range.

The data reveals that the combo only achieves playable frame rates (above 60 FPS) at 1080p Low, with 1080p Medium being borderline (64 FPS). At 1440p, the best case is 48 FPS (Low), which is below the 60 FPS threshold but potentially acceptable for less demanding play. All 4K configurations are below 30 FPS.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic across all settings. At Low settings, the system produces 71 FPS at 1080p, 48 FPS at 1440p (a 32% drop), and 28 FPS at 4K (a 61% drop from 1080p). At Medium, the numbers are 64 FPS, 43 FPS, and 25 FPS, respectively, showing similar percentage declines. High settings yield 43 FPS, 29 FPS, and 17 FPS, while Ultra goes from 29 FPS to 20 FPS to 11 FPS.

The resolution scaling pattern—where FPS roughly halves from 1080p to 4K—strongly indicates that the GPU is the limiting component. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat across resolutions, since the CPU's workload (game logic, draw calls) does not scale with pixel count. Instead, the consistent decline with increasing resolution points to the Arc B390's limited pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth (system shared, system dependent).

At 1080p Low, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU to 71 FPS, but as resolution increases, the GPU's fill rate constraints dominate. The fact that 1440p Low (48 FPS) is nearly identical to 1080p High (43 FPS) in terms of performance suggests that resolution and settings have interchangeable impacts on the GPU's workload—both increase the per-pixel cost. The 4K results, where even Low settings cannot exceed 28 FPS, confirm that the GPU's capabilities are exhausted well before the CPU's limits are reached.

Settings Recommendations

Given the measured data, the optimal settings depend on the user's resolution and tolerance for frame rate fluctuations. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers 71 FPS, which is the smoothest experience in the dataset. Medium at 1080p offers 64 FPS with a min of 54 FPS, providing a modest visual upgrade while staying above the 60 FPS threshold—this is the best balance for players who want playable performance with improved visuals. High settings at 1080p drop to 43 FPS, which is playable but noticeably less smooth, while Ultra at 29 FPS is not recommended.

At 1440p, Low settings produce 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS ideal but may be acceptable for an MMORPG where twitch reflexes are less critical. Medium at 1440p gives 43 FPS with a min of 36 FPS, making it the highest quality preset that remains consistently above 30 FPS. High and Ultra at 1440p (29 and 20 FPS) are not recommended for active gameplay.

At 4K, no settings preset achieves 30 FPS. The best case is Low at 28 FPS, which is marginal and likely to feel stuttery in crowded areas. For 4K users, the data suggests this combo is not suitable for playable frame rates in Archeage, and a resolution reduction to 1440p or 1080p is necessary.

The Medium preset across all resolutions shows the most stable min-to-max FPS spread (19-21 FPS difference), indicating that this setting level provides the most consistent frame pacing. For players prioritizing smoothness over visual fidelity, Medium at 1080p (64 FPS avg) is the recommended configuration. For those who must play at 1440p, Medium (43 FPS) is the best compromise.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz, with 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. The GPU includes 12 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Its memory is system shared, meaning it uses the host system's RAM rather than dedicated VRAM, with bandwidth listed as "System Dependent."

The B390's compute performance is specified at 7.680 TFLOPS FP32 and 15.36 TFLOPS FP16 (2:1), with a pixel rate of 60.00 GPixel/s and texture rate of 120.0 GTexel/s. The TDP is 80 W, and the GPU is classified as an IGP (integrated graphics processor) with a slot width of "IGP," meaning it is not a discrete card but rather built into a mobile or compact platform.

In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the B390 scores 1482, placing it at the 9th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are all older, low-end NVIDIA parts: the GT 520MX (1463, 1.3% slower), 800M (1460, 1.5% slower), GT 625 OEM (1446, 2.5% slower), and GT 710 (1443, 2.7% slower). This places the B390 in the same performance tier as decade-old entry-level GPUs, which explains its inability to maintain playable frame rates in Archeage beyond 1080p Low.

The GPU's role in this combo is the decisive factor in the measured FPS. With only 24 ROPs and system-shared memory, the B390 is severely limited in fill rate and bandwidth. The 4K results (11-28 FPS across settings) and the steep resolution scaling confirm that the GPU is the bottleneck at all settings above 1080p Low. Even at 1080p Low, the 71 FPS result is barely adequate for an MMORPG, and the GPU's 9th percentile ranking suggests it is not designed for modern gaming workloads. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance is wasted in this pairing, as the GPU cannot translate it into higher frame rates.