Archeage

# Archeage with AMD Ryzen 7 7700 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER delivers a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Archeage, a 2014 MMORPG. The measured data shows a clear pattern: the combo ranks 2624th out of 3708 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier of systems tested for this game. The 8-core, 16-thread Zen 4 processor with a 5.30 GHz boost clock provides ample CPU headroom, while the 8 GB GDDR6 GPU with a 1650 MHz boost clock becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions. The FPS scaling across 1080p, 1440p, and 4K reveals where this combination excels and where it falls short.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a dramatic performance cliff as resolution increases, particularly when moving from 1440p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 129 FPS average, which drops to 87 FPS at 1440p (a 32.6% reduction) and then to 50 FPS at 4K (a 42.5% reduction from 1440p). This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario — the RTX 2060 SUPER's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 7.181 TFLOPS FP32 throughput simply cannot sustain the pixel workload at 4K.

The High settings preset shows an even steeper decline: 78 FPS at 1080p drops to 52 FPS at 1440p (33.3% loss) and then to 30 FPS at 4K (42.3% loss from 1440p). The Ultra preset is the most punishing, with 53 FPS at 1080p falling to 36 FPS at 1440p (32.1% loss) and collapsing to 20 FPS at 4K (44.4% loss). The consistent ~33% drop from 1080p to 1440p and ~42-44% drop from 1440p to 4K across all settings suggests the GPU is the limiting factor throughout, as the CPU's performance would not degrade with resolution.

Interestingly, the Medium preset at 4K provides the only min/max FPS data point at that resolution, showing 38 FPS minimum and 51 FPS maximum against a 44 FPS average. This narrow band (38-51) indicates relatively stable frame pacing, though the 38 FPS minimum falls below the 40 FPS threshold many players consider the playability floor. The 1440p Medium data shows a wider spread (66-89 FPS), and 1080p Medium shows 97-132 FPS, suggesting that lower resolutions allow the CPU to push frames faster, creating more variance.

The data implies that 4K is only viable at Low settings (50 FPS) or Medium (44 FPS), with High and Ultra producing 30 FPS and 20 FPS respectively — the latter being borderline unplayable. The RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for this game's textures, but the 256-bit memory bus and 175 W TDP limit raw throughput. The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking among all GPUs and its nearest rival being the RTX 3060 Mobile (0.4% behind) contextualize its mid-range position, which aligns with the observed 4K struggles.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 brings substantial processing power to this pairing, with 8 cores and 16 threads running at a 3.80 GHz base clock and 5.30 GHz boost. Its Zen 4 architecture on a 5 nm process from TSMC delivers strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3DMark single-thread score of 1049 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1930. Archeage, as an MMORPG from 2014, typically relies more on single-thread performance for game logic and network handling, though modern patches may utilize multiple threads.

The CPU's benchmark results show excellent scaling from 2 threads (2043 in 3DMark) to 8 threads (6933) but diminishing returns beyond that — the 16-thread score of 8484 is only 22.4% higher than the 8-thread score. This pattern suggests that Archeage benefits from up to 8 cores but likely doesn't fully utilize all 16 threads. The 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs places this processor well above the GPU's 62nd percentile, reinforcing that the CPU is not the bottleneck in most scenarios.

The PassMark multithread score of 34470 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18760 demonstrate substantial headroom for any CPU-intensive tasks the game might throw at it, such as large-scale player battles or complex physics calculations. However, the measured FPS data shows that even with this CPU headroom, the system cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra (20 FPS), strongly indicating the GPU is the limiting factor. The fact that 1080p Low achieves 129 FPS — nearly 6.5 times the 4K Ultra score — while the CPU workload remains similar across resolutions confirms this interpretation.

The Ryzen 7 7700's nearest rivals in average benchmark score include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (0.1% ahead) and Intel Core 5 221E (0.2% behind), showing it sits in a competitive mid-range position. Its 65 W TDP and DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide efficient, high-bandwidth operation that complements the GPU's needs. For this game, the CPU's 32 MB L3 cache (shared) helps maintain smooth frame delivery, though the data suggests that at lower resolutions where the CPU becomes more relevant, the system still delivers strong 115-129 FPS results.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1080p is the sweet spot, with all settings presets achieving at least 53 FPS (Ultra) and up to 129 FPS (Low). 1440p is playable with Low (87 FPS) or Medium (77 FPS) settings, but High drops to 52 FPS and Ultra to 36 FPS. 4K is only recommended with Low settings (50 FPS) or Medium (44 FPS).

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Archeage?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. The measured data shows 4K Low produces 50 FPS average, and 4K Medium produces 44 FPS with a 38 FPS minimum. However, 4K High drops to 30 FPS and 4K Ultra falls to 20 FPS, which would feel sluggish during combat or crowded areas.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093, placing it 0.4% behind the RTX 3060 Mobile and 1.5% ahead of the Radeon RX 460. Its 62nd percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it's a mid-range performer.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more responsible for performance in this game?

A: The data strongly indicates the GPU is the limiting factor. The Ryzen 7 7700 ranks in the 87th percentile among CPUs with an average benchmark score of 40081, while the GPU ranks in the 62nd percentile with 18093. The dramatic FPS drops at higher resolutions (129 FPS at 1080p Low to 50 FPS at 4K Low) are consistent with GPU-bound performance.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows 77 FPS average with a minimum of 66 FPS and maximum of 89 FPS. This provides a smooth experience for most gameplay, though players sensitive to frame dips may notice the 66 FPS minimum during intense scenes.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combo ranks 2624th out of 3708 tested combinations for Archeage, placing it in the lower-middle tier. While the CPU is capable, the GPU's mid-range position pulls the overall ranking down, particularly at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame of 2624 out of 3708 places this system in the 29.2nd percentile of all tested combinations — meaning roughly 71% of tested systems perform better in Archeage. This ranking is notably lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest (CPU at 87th, GPU at 62nd), indicating that the GPU is dragging down the overall experience. The gap between the CPU's high percentile and the combo's low ranking suggests that Archeage is heavily GPU-dependent in this configuration.

The RTX 2060 SUPER's nearest rivals in benchmark scores — RTX 3060 Mobile (-0.4%), Radeon Pro 5700 (-0.5%), RX 460 (-1.5%), and Arc A770M (-1.6%) — all represent similar performance tiers. The fact that the combo ranks so low despite the CPU's strength implies that upgrading the GPU would yield disproportionate gains. For context, the CPU's nearest rivals (Ryzen AI 9 365 at +0.1%, Core 5 221E at -0.2%, Ryzen 9 270 at -0.4%, Core i9-13905H at -0.6%) all show minimal performance differences, meaning CPU swaps would have little impact.

The rank of 2624 suggests this combo is better suited for 1080p gaming, where the data shows strong performance (78-129 FPS across settings). At 1440p, the system becomes marginal for High settings (52 FPS), and at 4K it's only viable at Low or Medium. Players with this configuration should prioritize GPU upgrades to improve their ranking, as the CPU has substantial headroom that the current GPU cannot utilize at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low settings: 129 FPS average
• Medium settings: 115 FPS average (97 FPS minimum, 132 FPS maximum)
• High settings: 78 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 53 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low settings: 87 FPS average
• Medium settings: 77 FPS average (66 FPS minimum, 89 FPS maximum)
• High settings: 52 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 36 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low settings: 50 FPS average
• Medium settings: 44 FPS average (38 FPS minimum, 51 FPS maximum)
• High settings: 30 FPS average
• Ultra settings: 20 FPS average

The progression shows that each resolution step up costs roughly 33-44% performance depending on settings. The only settings with min/max data are Medium at all three resolutions, showing the frame variance narrows as resolution increases (35 FPS spread at 1080p, 23 FPS at 1440p, 13 FPS at 4K). This narrowing suggests that at higher resolutions, the GPU becomes consistently saturated, reducing frame-time spikes. The 1080p Low result of 129 FPS indicates the CPU's ceiling with this GPU, while 4K Ultra at 20 FPS shows the GPU's absolute floor.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 1080p (115 FPS average, 97 FPS minimum) is the standout choice. It delivers nearly 90% of the Low preset's frame rate while providing improved visuals, and the 97 FPS minimum ensures smooth gameplay even in demanding scenes. Players with 1440p monitors should select Medium as well — the 77 FPS average with a 66 FPS minimum remains playable, though the frame dips may be noticeable during large-scale battles.

The High preset is viable only at 1080p (78 FPS), where it provides a noticeable visual upgrade over Medium while maintaining a comfortable frame rate. At 1440p, High drops to 52 FPS, which is borderline for competitive play but acceptable for casual exploration. 4K users should stick to Low (50 FPS) or Medium (44 FPS), as High (30 FPS) and Ultra (20 FPS) fall below playable thresholds for most users.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution — even at 1080p it only achieves 53 FPS, and the visual gains over High are typically marginal in MMORPGs. The 36 FPS at 1440p Ultra and 20 FPS at 4K Ultra make these configurations impractical. The data suggests this combo is best utilized at 1080p Medium or High, or 1440p Medium, with 4K reserved for players who prioritize resolution over frame rate and are satisfied with 44-50 FPS.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, built on the TU106 chip with Turing architecture at 12 nm, provides 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, yielding 448.0 GB/s bandwidth. Its base clock of 1470 MHz and boost clock of 1650 MHz deliver 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. These specifications position it as a solid 1080p performer, which aligns with the measured results showing strong performance at that resolution.

The GPU's benchmark scores paint a picture of mid-range capability: a PassMark G3D score of 16462 places it in the 62nd percentile, while its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2011 shows moderate DirectX 12 performance. The GPU's nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 0.4% higher, indicating this is a mature, well-understood performance tier. The 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores are largely irrelevant for Archeage, which is a 2014 title unlikely to utilize ray tracing or DLSS features.

The 8 GB VRAM capacity is more than sufficient for Archeage's textures and assets, as the game's 2014 release date predates modern high-resolution texture packs. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s becomes the critical factor at higher resolutions — the 4K Ultra result of 20 FPS suggests the GPU is unable to fill the pixel pipeline fast enough. The 175 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate this is a power-hungry card for its performance class, but the 450 W suggested PSU requirement is modest.

The data implies that the RTX 2060 SUPER's role in this combo is strictly as a 1080p-to-1440p gaming solution. Its 64 ROPs and 136 TMUs provide adequate texture and pixel throughput for lower resolutions, but the 4K results show clear limitations. The GPU's 62nd percentile ranking, combined with the CPU's 87th percentile, creates an imbalance that manifests in the 2624th combo ranking — the GPU holds back what is otherwise a very capable processor. Players seeking higher resolutions would need to consider a GPU with greater memory bandwidth and compute throughput.