Archeage

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Archeage with the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER reveals a clear pattern: the game becomes progressively more GPU-bound as resolution increases, but the scaling is not uniform across settings presets. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 236 FPS, dropping to 156 FPS at 1440p and 92.6 FPS at 4K. That represents a 34% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 41% reduction from 1440p to 4K. This steep decline at lower settings indicates that at 1080p Low, the CPU is doing substantial work, but the GPU still has headroom to push frame rates well beyond typical display refresh rates.

The scaling story changes dramatically when moving to higher presets. At High settings, the combo delivers 140.5 FPS at 1080p, 97 FPS at 1440p, and 55.6 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 31% and 43% respectively, showing that even at High, resolution scaling remains steep. At Ultra settings, the frame rates are 93.8 FPS at 1080p, 66.8 FPS at 1440p, and 37.1 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only configuration that falls below 40 FPS, making it borderline unplayable for smooth gameplay.

The limiting component shifts based on resolution and settings. At 1080p Low, the 236 FPS result suggests the CPU is keeping up well, but the GPU is not the bottleneck either — this is a balanced scenario. At 4K Ultra, the 37.1 FPS result clearly indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, as the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth are strained by the combination of high resolution and maximum settings. The data shows that the sweet spot for 4K gaming is Medium settings, which yields 82.7 FPS — a playable frame rate that avoids the severe drop seen at Ultra.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on Zen 4 architecture, built on a 5 nm process. Its base clock is 3.80 GHz with a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, and it carries 32 MB of shared L3 cache. For Archeage, an MMORPG released in 2014, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining consistent frame pacing in crowded areas and handling game logic rather than pushing raw pixel throughput. The benchmark data for this processor shows a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29302 and a single-core score of 4136, indicating strong multi-threaded capability that suits MMO environments with many simultaneous players and NPCs.

The 16 threads are relevant because Archeage can offload background tasks like network handling and AI calculations. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 8484 versus the 2-thread score of 2043 shows that the processor scales well with additional threads, which is beneficial for an MMO where multiple systems run concurrently. However, the single-thread score of 1049 in 3DMark suggests that per-core performance is adequate but not exceptional — this matters because many game engines, including those from 2014, rely heavily on a single main thread for frame rendering.

In the measured FPS data, the CPU's influence is most visible at 1080p Low where the combo hits 236 FPS. This high frame rate is only achievable if the CPU can feed the GPU quickly enough, and the Ryzen 7 7700's boost clock of 5.30 GHz provides the necessary single-thread throughput. Moving to 1440p and 4K, the CPU becomes less of a factor as the GPU takes over as the primary bottleneck. The processor's 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) contribute to its efficiency, but in this game, the CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 273 out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the top 16% of all configurations tested, which is a strong showing for a mid-to-high-range pairing. The rank reflects the combo's ability to deliver high frame rates across most resolution and settings combinations, though it falls short of the absolute top-tier configurations that might achieve higher scores at 4K Ultra.

To contextualize this rank, consider the CPU's performance relative to its nearest rivals. The Ryzen 7 7700 has an average benchmark score of 40468, which is 0.1% above the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H (40431) and 0.5% above the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40262). It trails the Intel Core i9-13905H by 0.6% (40712) but leads the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T by 1.2% (39995). These deltas are all within 1.2%, indicating that the CPU is competitive with its direct peers.

On the GPU side, the RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 42576, which is 0.2% below the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42653) and 0.3% below the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (42723). It outperforms the AMD Radeon Pro 580X by 1.4% (41991) and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 by 1.6% (41897). The GPU's percentile rank of 84 places it above 84% of all GPUs tested, which aligns with the combo's overall position. The combo rank of 273 out of 1727 suggests that while this pairing is strong, it is not exceptional for Archeage specifically — the game's age means that many high-end combos can achieve very high frame rates, and the 4K Ultra result of 37.1 FPS drags the overall ranking down.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p High settings deliver 97 FPS, which is smooth and visually detailed. At 4K, the best preset is Medium at 82.7 FPS, but if you prioritize frame rate, 1080p Low reaches 236 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER scores 42576, which is 0.2% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A6000 (42653) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE (42723). It beats the AMD Radeon Pro 580X by 1.4% and the NVIDIA Tesla M40 by 1.6%.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 7700 a bottleneck for this GPU in Archeage?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo produces 236 FPS, which suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the 37.1 FPS result indicates the GPU is the limiting factor, not the CPU.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, Low settings yield 156 FPS, while Ultra settings yield 66.8 FPS. That is a 89.2 FPS difference, or roughly a 57% reduction in frame rate when moving to Ultra.

Q: How does this combo's rank relate to its benchmark scores?

A: The combo ranks 273 out of 1727, which is in the top 16%. The CPU's average benchmark score is 40468, and the GPU's is 42576, both of which are near the top of their respective categories.

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

A: Yes, but only at Medium settings, which yields 82.7 FPS. High settings at 4K produce 55.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 37.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process, featuring 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. It has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The boost clock is 2475 MHz, and the card's FP32 performance is 35.48 TFLOPS. These specifications place it in the upper mid-range of the GeForce 40-series, and its benchmark scores reflect this positioning.

In Archeage, the GPU's role becomes increasingly critical as resolution and settings scale up. At 1080p, the card delivers between 93.8 FPS (Ultra) and 236 FPS (Low), showing that it can handle the game's demands at lower resolutions with ease. At 1440p, the range is 66.8 to 156 FPS, which is still strong. However, at 4K, the GPU's limitations become apparent: Ultra settings drop to 37.1 FPS, which is a 60% reduction from the 1080p Ultra result of 93.8 FPS. This steep decline is attributable to the GPU's memory bandwidth and pixel throughput being saturated at 4K with maximum settings.

The RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for Archeage at all settings, as the game is not particularly memory-hungry given its 2014 release. The bottleneck at 4K Ultra is more likely the raw compute throughput — the 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 and 198.0 GPixel/s pixel rate are stressed when rendering at 3840x2160 with full effects. The GPU's percentile rank of 84 indicates it outperforms 84% of all GPUs tested, which explains why it can still deliver playable frame rates at 4K Medium (82.7 FPS). The card's nearest rival, the RTX A6000, scores marginally higher (0.2%), suggesting that the 4070 SUPER is competitive with professional-grade GPUs in this game.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players using a 1080p display, High settings at 140.5 FPS provide an excellent balance of visual quality and smoothness, while Ultra at 93.8 FPS is still highly playable. The 236 FPS at Low is unnecessary unless competing in a scenario where maximum frame rate is critical, which is unlikely in an MMORPG.

For 1440p displays, High settings at 97 FPS is the recommended configuration. It delivers near-100 FPS with good visuals, and the drop to 66.8 FPS at Ultra is noticeable. Medium at 141.6 FPS is an option for players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, but High offers a better visual experience without sacrificing much performance.

At 4K, Medium settings at 82.7 FPS is the clear choice. High settings drop to 55.6 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay, and Ultra at 37.1 FPS is not recommended. The data shows that Medium at 4K provides a playable experience that balances the GPU's capabilities with the game's visual demands. For players with high-refresh-rate 4K displays, the 82.7 FPS at Medium is the only configuration that comes close to maximizing the display's potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for Archeage with the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 236 FPS
• Medium: 206.9 FPS
• High: 140.5 FPS
• Ultra: 93.8 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 156 FPS
• Medium: 141.6 FPS
• High: 97 FPS
• Ultra: 66.8 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 92.6 FPS
• Medium: 82.7 FPS
• High: 55.6 FPS
• Ultra: 37.1 FPS

The data reveals several key patterns. Across all resolutions, the gap between Low and Medium is relatively small (29.1 FPS at 1080p, 14.4 FPS at 1440p, 9.9 FPS at 4K), suggesting that Medium settings do not significantly tax the GPU compared to Low. The gap between Medium and High is larger (66.4 FPS at 1080p, 44.6 FPS at 1440p, 27.1 FPS at 4K), indicating that High settings introduce substantial additional rendering load. The gap between High and Ultra is also significant (46.7 FPS at 1080p, 30.2 FPS at 1440p, 18.5 FPS at 4K), with Ultra providing marginal visual improvements at a high performance cost.

At 1080p, the combo achieves over 90 FPS at every settings preset, making it more than capable for high-refresh-rate gaming. At 1440p, all presets except Ultra remain above 90 FPS. At 4K, only Low and Medium stay above 80 FPS, while High and Ultra fall below 60 FPS. This breakdown clearly indicates that 4K Ultra is not viable for this combo, but 4K Medium offers a smooth experience that many players would find acceptable.