Archeage

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER in Archeage delivers a playable experience primarily at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K reserved for lower presets. The data indicates a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s 16 cores and 32 threads provide ample headroom for the MMO’s threading demands. This combination ranks in the 29th percentile of tested configurations, reflecting its mid-range GPU pairing with a high-end processor.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent drop as resolution increases, which is typical for a system where the graphics card is the limiting factor. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 129 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 87 FPS, a reduction of 42 FPS, and at 4K Low, the average falls further to 50 FPS. This pattern of diminishing returns is steep, indicating that the RTX 2060 SUPER’s rendering throughput is quickly saturated by the increase in pixel count.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Medium settings shows a similar trend: 115 FPS down to 77 FPS, a 38 FPS decrease. The jump from 1440p to 4K at Medium is even more dramatic, with the average falling from 77 FPS to 44 FPS, a 33 FPS loss. This steep drop at the highest resolution suggests that the 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and the GPU’s compute capabilities are heavily taxed when rendering Archeage at 4K, even at moderate preset levels.

At High settings, the resolution scaling is equally pronounced. The average FPS goes from 78 at 1080p to 52 at 1440p, and then down to 30 at 4K. This represents a 36% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 42% drop from 1440p to 4K. The data suggests that for a smooth 60 FPS experience, the user must stay at 1080p, as even 1440p High falls well below that threshold.

Ultra settings prove to be the most demanding, with average FPS of 53 at 1080p, 36 at 1440p, and a mere 20 at 4K. The scaling here is non-linear, with the gap between 1440p and 4K being a 44% reduction in performance. These figures highlight that the RTX 2060 SUPER is not designed for maximum fidelity at high resolutions, and the CPU’s power cannot compensate for the GPU’s limitations in this scenario.

Overall, the data demonstrates that the limiting component shifts with resolution. At 1080p, the combination of the Ryzen 9 5950X and RTX 2060 SUPER is capable of feeding high frame rates, indicating that neither component is severely bottlenecked. However, as resolution climbs to 1440p and 4K, the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth become the primary constraints, evidenced by the consistent and significant FPS drops across all settings.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS baseline, 1080p is the only viable resolution. At 1080p, Medium settings yield an average of 115 FPS with a minimum of 97 FPS, providing a smooth and stable experience with headroom for dips. High settings at 1080p also remain above 60 FPS with an average of 78, but the minimum FPS is not recorded, making Medium a safer choice for consistent performance.

For users with 1440p monitors, the data suggests that Medium settings are the best compromise. The average of 77 FPS at 1440p Medium is above the 60 FPS threshold, and the recorded minimum of 66 FPS ensures that frame time spikes are unlikely to cause noticeable stutter. Low settings at 1440p push the average to 87 FPS, which is preferable for competitive play, but the visual quality trade-off may not be worth it for an MMORPG where scenery and character detail are part of the experience.

At 4K, the recommendations become more restrictive. Low settings provide an average of 50 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced content. Medium settings drop to 44 FPS, and High falls to 30 FPS, making these presets unsuitable for smooth gameplay. Therefore, for 4K, Low settings are the only practical choice if playability is the priority, accepting that the experience will be below the 60 FPS mark.

Ultra settings are not recommended at any resolution for this combo. Even at 1080p, the average of 53 FPS is below the 60 FPS target, and the performance degradation at higher resolutions makes it an unviable option. The data shows a clear trend: the RTX 2060 SUPER cannot handle the Ultra preset’s demands, and the user should stick to Medium or Low for a responsive experience.

In summary, the best experience per the measured rows is 1080p Medium for a balance of visual fidelity and performance, or 1440p Medium for a higher resolution with acceptable frame rates. For 4K, Low settings are the only way to get near playable performance, but the user must accept a significant compromise in smoothness.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Archeage at 4K smoothly?

A: No, the data shows that at 4K, the highest average FPS is 50 with Low settings. Medium settings drop to 44 FPS, and High settings fall to 30 FPS. None of these reach a stable 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU pairing?

A: 1080p is the only resolution where the combo consistently exceeds 60 FPS across multiple settings. At 1080p, Low, Medium, and High all average above 78 FPS, with Medium providing a strong 115 FPS average.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rival in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, scores 18159, which is a 0.4% difference, indicating nearly identical performance.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5950X a bottleneck for the RTX 2060 SUPER?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. The FPS drops are consistent with GPU limitations as resolution increases. The CPU’s high benchmark scores, like a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26017, indicate it has significant headroom.

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

A: At 1440p, Low settings average 87 FPS, while Ultra settings average 36 FPS. This is a 51 FPS difference, showing a substantial performance cost for the highest visual preset.

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

A: The combo ranks 2624 out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage, placing it in the lower 29th percentile of all tested hardware combinations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the lowest settings yield the highest average FPS of 129, with Medium averaging 115 FPS and a minimum of 97 FPS. High settings at 1080p average 78 FPS, while Ultra drops to 53 FPS. This shows a clear hierarchy where Low is the fastest, and Ultra is the slowest, with Medium and High in between.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. Low settings average 87 FPS, which is still highly playable. Medium settings average 77 FPS with a minimum of 66 FPS and a maximum of 89 FPS, indicating a stable frame rate. High settings at 1440p average 52 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings are significantly slower, averaging only 36 FPS.

The 3840x2160 resolution shows the most severe performance drops. Low settings average 50 FPS, making it the only preset with an average above 40 FPS at this resolution. Medium settings average 44 FPS with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 51 FPS. High settings fall to an average of 30 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 20 FPS. The data clearly indicates that 4K is not a practical resolution for this combo unless the user is willing to accept low frame rates.

The variance between minimum and maximum FPS is only recorded for the Medium preset at each resolution. At 1080p, the range is 97 to 132 FPS, a spread of 35 FPS. At 1440p, the range is 66 to 89 FPS, a 23 FPS spread. At 4K, the range is 38 to 51 FPS, a 13 FPS spread. This tightening of the frame time variance at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU is consistently hitting its performance ceiling, reducing the potential for frame rate spikes.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2624 out of 3708 tested configurations places it in the 29.2nd percentile of all hardware combinations tested in Archeage. This is a relatively low ranking, indicating that while the system is functional, it is outperformed by the majority of other tested setups. The data suggests that the RTX 2060 SUPER’s mid-range performance is the primary factor dragging the rank down, despite the high-end Ryzen 9 5950X.

Comparing to the CPU’s standalone performance, the Ryzen 9 5950X has a percentile of 91 among all CPUs, meaning it is in the top 9% of processors. In contrast, the RTX 2060 SUPER has a percentile of 62 among all GPUs, placing it in the bottom 38% of graphics cards. This disparity highlights the imbalance of the combo, where a top-tier CPU is paired with a mid-tier GPU, resulting in a system that is ultimately limited by its graphics component.

The nearest rivals for the CPU, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX with a deltaPct of -0.2%, show that the Ryzen 9 5950X’s processing power is on par with other high-end chips. However, this performance advantage does not translate into a high game rank because Archeage’s frame rates are more dependent on the GPU. The GPU’s nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile with a deltaPct of -0.4%, confirms that the RTX 2060 SUPER is positioned in a specific performance band that is common among mid-range cards.

The rank of 2624 out of 3708 suggests that for users seeking high frame rates in Archeage, this specific combination is not optimal. The data indicates that a stronger GPU would be required to move the rank significantly higher, as the CPU already provides sufficient computational power. The measured FPS results, particularly at 1440p and 4K, support this conclusion, showing that the GPU is the limiting factor.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X plays a supporting role in this combo, providing a robust foundation for the GPU to operate. With 16 cores and 32 threads, the CPU offers substantial multi-threading capabilities, which is reflected in its benchmark scores. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26017 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 15233 indicate that the processor can handle heavy workloads, including the complex calculations required by an MMORPG like Archeage.

The CPU’s clock speeds, with a base of 3.40 GHz and a boost of 4.90 GHz, contribute to its strong single-thread performance. This is evidenced by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1614 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3470. In an MMORPG, single-thread performance is often critical for game logic and physics calculations, and the Ryzen 9 5950X’s scores suggest it can handle these tasks without becoming a bottleneck.

The benchmark data shows that the CPU’s performance scales well with thread count. The 3DMark scores increase from 1856 for 2 threads to 11597 for max threads, demonstrating excellent scaling. This means that even if Archeage utilizes multiple cores, the CPU has the headroom to maintain high frame rates. However, the measured FPS data shows that this headroom is not fully utilized, as the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

In the context of Archeage, the CPU’s role is to ensure that frame rates do not drop due to processing limitations. The fact that at 1080p Low the combo achieves 129 FPS, and at 1440p Low it still reaches 87 FPS, indicates that the CPU is not holding back performance. The bottleneck is clearly the RTX 2060 SUPER, as evidenced by the steep FPS drops when resolution increases. The CPU’s 64 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR4 memory also help reduce latency, which is beneficial for game performance, but these advantages do not overcome the GPU’s constraints.