Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a wide performance envelope in Archeage, ranging from a highly playable 150.4 FPS at 1080p Low to a stutter-prone 21.5 FPS at 4K Ultra. The data reveals a system where the 12-core CPU provides a robust foundation, but the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory interface become significant constraints at higher resolutions and detail settings. This pairing ranks 964th out of 1727 tested combos, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is a surprisingly modest position given the component specifications.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo achieves in Archeage?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 150.4 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 21.5, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Archeage at high resolutions?

A: The performance drop from 60.9 FPS at 4K Low to 33.7 FPS at 4K High suggests that the 8 GB VRAM capacity is a limiting factor, as the frame rate declines sharply when texture and detail settings increase.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5900X compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X has an average benchmark score of 39453, placing it 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4245P and 0.9% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13700F, but 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all tested GPUs?

A: The RTX 4060 falls into the 66th percentile of all GPUs in the database, indicating it outperforms a majority of graphics cards but is not a top-tier performer.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all tested CPUs?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X is in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, demonstrating that its multi-threaded processing power is well above average.

GPU Role

The RTX 4060's role in Archeage is defined by its memory configuration and clock speeds. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, and its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at an effective speed of 17 Gbps. The memory interface is a 128-bit bus, which provides a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s. This bandwidth is a critical factor, as Archeage's large open-world environments and numerous player characters can place heavy demands on memory throughput.

The benchmark results indicate that the GPU's performance is directly tied to these specifications. At 1080p, the GPU has enough headroom to push frame rates from 93.3 FPS at High settings to 150.4 FPS at Low settings. However, when resolution increases to 1440p, the average FPS at High settings falls to 64.6, and at 4K High it drops further to 33.7. This pattern suggests that the GPU's compute capabilities are sufficient for the game's rendering load, but the 8 GB VRAM capacity is exhausted when higher resolution textures and effects are enabled. The transition from 4K Low (60.9 FPS) to 4K Medium (52.5 FPS) shows a smaller penalty than the jump from Medium to High (33.7 FPS), which is a typical sign of VRAM capacity being reached.

The GPU's benchmark scores corroborate this analysis. It scores 19545 in Passmark G3D and 101030 in Geekbench OpenCL, placing it in the 66th percentile overall. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, is 0.6% behind, while the Intel Arc B580 is 0.7% ahead. These close margins indicate that the RTX 4060 is a mid-range performer, and its 8 GB memory allocation is a bottleneck in memory-intensive scenarios like Archeage at high settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. Moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings, the average frame rate drops from 93.3 FPS to 64.6 FPS, a reduction of approximately 30%. Scaling from 1440p to 4K at the same settings, the frame rate falls from 64.6 FPS to 33.7 FPS, a reduction of roughly 48%. This accelerating decline indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting component as pixel count increases.

At Low settings, the scaling is more linear. The 1080p Low result is 150.4 FPS, 1440p Low is 105.8 FPS, and 4K Low is 60.9 FPS. This pattern suggests that when the graphics load is reduced, the CPU has more influence on the frame rate, but the GPU still remains the bottleneck at 4K. The difference between Low and Medium settings at each resolution is also telling: at 1080p the gap is 14.6 FPS, at 1440p it is 12.3 FPS, and at 4K it is 8.4 FPS. This shrinking gap at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth is saturated, and additional settings increases have diminishing returns.

The data implies that the system is balanced at 1080p, where the CPU can feed the GPU adequately. However, at 4K, the GPU's 272.0 GB/s bandwidth and 8 GB memory capacity are insufficient to maintain high frame rates with increased detail, leading to the observed performance collapse. The 33.7 FPS at 4K High is playable but not ideal, while the 21.5 FPS at 4K Ultra is a clear indication that this resolution is beyond the combo's comfortable range.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across all tested configurations.

At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings produce an average of 150.4 FPS, Medium settings produce 135.8 FPS, High settings produce 93.3 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 66.2 FPS. The gap between Medium and High is 42.5 FPS, which is the largest jump in this resolution, suggesting that High settings introduce significant graphical features that impact performance.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS values are: Low at 105.8, Medium at 93.5, High at 64.6, and Ultra at 43.4. The drop from Medium to High is 28.9 FPS, while the drop from High to Ultra is 21.2 FPS. This shows that the Ultra preset at 1440p is demanding, but still yields a playable 43.4 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low at 60.9, Medium at 52.5, High at 33.7, and Ultra at 21.5. Only the Low setting achieves a smooth 60 FPS at this resolution. The Medium setting is playable, but High and Ultra are not suitable for competitive or fast-paced gameplay, with Ultra dropping below 30 FPS.

The data shows that the combo's sweet spot is at 1080p, where all settings are playable, and the 1440p Low and Medium settings also provide good results. The 4K resolution is only viable with Low settings, and even then, the frame rate is exactly at the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 964th out of 1727 tested combinations in Archeage, placing it in the 56th percentile of tested systems. This ranking is notably lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest, as the CPU is in the 90th percentile and the GPU is in the 66th percentile. This discrepancy indicates that Archeage is a demanding title that does not scale well with the specific combination of this CPU and GPU.

The ranking suggests that many other combos, potentially with slightly less powerful CPUs but more capable GPUs, achieve better results in this game. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking is a more accurate predictor of the combo's position, as the game appears to be GPU-bound at higher settings. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking does not translate into a top-tier gaming result for this title, implying that the Ryzen 9 5900X's 12 cores and 24 threads are underutilized in Archeage, which may not be optimized for such high core counts.

The combo's position at 964 out of 1727 is a clear signal that while this system is capable, it is not optimized for Archeage at high resolutions. Users seeking better performance in this specific game would likely benefit from a GPU with more VRAM or higher memory bandwidth, rather than a more powerful CPU.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X features 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its 64 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide substantial processing power. The CPU's benchmark results are impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 33150 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2202. It is in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39453.

In Archeage, the CPU's role appears to be secondary to the GPU, as evidenced by the performance scaling. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 150.4 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit for this game's engine. However, the 3DMark single-thread score of 941 suggests that the CPU's single-core performance is moderate, which could be a limiting factor in a game that may rely on a single main thread for game logic.

The nearest rival data shows the CPU is well-matched with other high-end processors, such as the Intel Core i7-13700F, which is only 0.9% behind in average score. This indicates that the Ryzen 9 5900X is not a bottleneck for most gaming scenarios, but the 4K Ultra result of 21.5 FPS shows that even with 12 cores, the system cannot overcome the GPU's memory limitations. The CPU's 105 W TDP and 7 nm process node contribute to its efficiency, but in this specific game, the data suggests that the frame rates are determined more by the GPU's rendering capabilities than by the CPU's processing power.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate.

For 1080p gaming, the High setting at 93.3 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra setting at 66.2 FPS is also viable for players who prioritize graphics, but the 27.1 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not justify the visual improvements for some users. The Medium setting at 135.8 FPS is recommended for players who require higher refresh rates, as it provides a significant FPS boost over High.

For 1440p gaming, the Medium setting at 93.5 FPS is the recommended choice, as it delivers a smooth experience while maintaining a reasonably high level of detail. The High setting at 64.6 FPS is also playable, but the 28.9 FPS drop from Medium to High is substantial. The Low setting at 105.8 FPS is ideal for competitive play, where frame rate is prioritized over visual fidelity.

For 4K gaming, the Low setting at 60.9 FPS is the only recommended option, as it achieves the 60 FPS target. The Medium setting at 52.5 FPS is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay, but the High and Ultra settings at 33.7 and 21.5 FPS respectively are not recommended due to their low frame rates.

The data indicates that the Medium preset at 1440p (93.5 FPS) provides the best overall experience, offering a balance between resolution, visual quality, and frame rate. For players who prefer higher resolutions, the 4K Low setting is the only one that meets the playability threshold. The measured rows clearly show that this combo is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, with 4K being a compromise only at the lowest settings.