Archeage

Archeage is an older MMORPG, but its performance with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER reveals a system that is heavily dependent on resolution and settings. The data shows a clear hierarchy where the CPU handles lower resolutions with ease, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor as pixel count rises. This combination is a capable 1080p performer and a playable 1440p option, but it struggles to maintain smooth frame rates at 4K, especially with higher graphical presets.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and tells a clear story about which component is in charge. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 142 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 96 FPS, and at 4K Low it falls to 55 FPS. That is a 61% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at the lowest settings, which indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER is being pushed harder as resolution increases, while the 5800X3D has ample headroom at 1080p.

The scaling pattern becomes even more pronounced at higher presets. At High settings, the system delivers 86 FPS at 1080p, 58 FPS at 1440p, and only 33 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p High is 28 FPS, while the gap between 1440p and 4K High is 25 FPS. This shows a fairly linear drop, but the absolute numbers at 4K are below the threshold for comfortable play. The Ultra preset is the most punishing, with 59 FPS at 1080p, 39 FPS at 1440p, and just 23 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is nearly unplayable, confirming that this resolution is not viable for high-end settings with this hardware.

The data suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary constraint at 4K. The 5800X3D, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is likely not the bottleneck at any resolution, but the GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at 2160p. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 32 FPS, which is a massive span that highlights how much the GPU struggles with the increased workload of higher presets. At 1080p, the range between Low and Ultra is 83 FPS, showing that the CPU can feed the GPU fast enough to let it stretch its legs, but at 4K the GPU simply cannot keep up regardless of settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience for this combo depends on the target resolution. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers an excellent balance, delivering 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS. The High preset at 1080p is also strong at 86 FPS, but the jump to Ultra drops to 59 FPS, which is a significant loss for a marginal visual gain. For smooth, high-refresh-rate play at 1080p, Medium is the sweet spot, as it stays well above 100 FPS consistently.

At 1440p, the Medium preset is again the recommended choice, with an average of 85 FPS, a minimum of 72 FPS, and a maximum of 98 FPS. This provides a playable experience with good visual quality. The High preset at 1440p drops to 58 FPS, which is still playable but less smooth. The Low preset at 1440p offers 96 FPS, but the visual downgrade is likely not worth the extra 11 FPS over Medium. Ultra at 1440p is not recommended, as the 39 FPS average dips below the 60 FPS target that most players prefer.

For 4K, the data is less encouraging. The Low preset at 55 FPS is the only option that approaches playability, but the Medium preset at 49 FPS with a minimum of 41 FPS is borderline. The High preset at 33 FPS and Ultra at 23 FPS are too slow for any action-oriented gameplay. The best 4K experience would be Low settings, which sacrifices visual fidelity for a frame rate that is acceptable for a slower-paced MMORPG. If visual quality is paramount, Medium at 4K is the maximum this combo can handle, but expect occasional dips below 45 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the defining component in this pairing, and its specifications explain the performance ceilings seen in the data. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K the capacity and bandwidth become limiting factors, especially with higher presets that demand more texture data and memory throughput.

Clock speeds are modest by modern standards, with a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz. The GPU has 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs, which are the core building blocks for rasterization. The FP32 performance is 9.062 TFLOPS, which is a solid figure for a 2019 card but is clearly outpaced by newer generations. The data shows that the GPU is the bottleneck at 4K, as the FPS numbers at High and Ultra presets are too low to be driven by the CPU.

The RTX 2070 SUPER also includes 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, but Archeage is an older MMORPG from 2014 and does not leverage ray tracing or DLSS in these measurements. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) is present, but the game's performance is likely driven by traditional rasterization. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it is a mid-range performer, and the nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and the Intel Arc B570, which show deltaPct values of -1% and -1.3%, respectively. This places the RTX 2070 SUPER in a competitive but not dominant position.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1080p, the full range of settings shows this combo's strength. With Low settings, the average FPS is 142, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings produce 126 FPS, with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS, indicating consistent performance. High settings yield 86 FPS, which is still smooth for most players. Ultra settings drop to 59 FPS, which is playable but falls short of the 60 FPS target. The data shows a clear step-down from Medium to High, and a larger step from High to Ultra.

At 1440p, the performance is more moderate. Low settings achieve 96 FPS, which is very good for a 1440p panel. Medium settings deliver 85 FPS, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS, making it the most balanced option. High settings drop to 58 FPS, which is acceptable but not ideal for fast-paced combat. Ultra settings fall to 39 FPS, which is too low for a smooth experience. The gap between Low and Medium is 11 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 27 FPS, showing that the High preset is a significant step down.

At 4K, the results are disappointing. Low settings average 55 FPS, which is the only playable option. Medium settings average 49 FPS, with a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 56 FPS, indicating frequent dips below 45 FPS. High settings drop to 33 FPS, and Ultra settings plummet to 23 FPS. The data shows that 4K gaming is not viable with this GPU for this title, as even Low settings struggle to maintain a stable 60 FPS. The maximum FPS at 4K Medium is 56, which is below the 60 FPS threshold, so no preset at this resolution can sustain a smooth frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination ranks 2147 out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all tested configurations, indicating that it is not a top-tier performer for this specific game. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 80, meaning the 5800X3D outperforms 80% of all CPUs in general benchmarks, but the GPU's percentile is 65, which drags the overall combo ranking down.

The CPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, Intel Core i9-10900K, and Intel Core i5-12600KF, with deltaPct values of 0%, 0.1%, and 0.3%, respectively. This shows that the 5800X3D is competitively matched with these CPUs, and its 96 MB of shared L3 cache does not provide a significant advantage in this game. The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and Intel Arc B570, with deltaPct values of -1% and -1.3%, meaning the RTX 2070 SUPER is slightly slower than these alternatives in synthetic benchmarks.

The combo rank of 2147 out of 3708 is a reflection of the GPU's age and the game's demands. Archeage is not a particularly demanding title, but the 4K data shows that the RTX 2070 SUPER is simply not powerful enough to handle high resolutions with high settings. The 5800X3D is more than capable, but the GPU holds the system back. If the player targets 1080p or 1440p, this combo is adequate, but for 4K, it falls short of the performance needed for a smooth experience.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1080p is the best resolution, with 142 FPS on Low settings and 126 FPS on Medium settings. 1440p is also playable, with 96 FPS on Low and 85 FPS on Medium. 4K is not recommended, as the highest average FPS is 55 on Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Archeage at 60 FPS on Ultra settings?

A: No. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 59, which is just below 60. At 1440p Ultra, the average drops to 39 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 23 FPS. Ultra settings are only playable at 1080p, and even then, it barely misses the 60 FPS target.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D has an average benchmark score of 27896, which is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U at 27887 (0% delta) and the Intel Core i9-10900K at 27872 (0.1% delta). It is also slightly ahead of the Intel Core i5-12600KF at 27799 (0.3% delta).

Q: Is the GPU the bottleneck at 4K?

A: Yes. The data shows a massive FPS drop from 1080p to 4K, especially at higher settings. At 4K High, the average is 33 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it is 23 FPS. The GPU's 8 GB of memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K with this game's higher presets.

Q: What settings should I use for a smooth 1440p experience?

A: The Medium preset at 1440p provides 85 FPS on average, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS. This is the best balance of visual quality and performance. The High preset at 58 FPS is also playable, but the drop from Medium to High is 27 FPS, which is significant.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 2147 out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage. This puts it in the lower-middle tier, primarily due to the GPU's mid-range performance. The CPU is strong, ranking in the 80th percentile, but the GPU's 65th percentile limits the overall result.