Archeage

Archeage is an older MMORPG, but the benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT shows a pairing that is heavily dependent on graphics settings to achieve high frame rates. At 1080p, the combo delivers excellent performance in lower presets, but the demanding Ultra preset creates a significant bottleneck. The data indicates a system where the GPU’s capabilities are vast, but the game’s engine imposes strict limits on how that power is utilized at higher quality levels.

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

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the Comet Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. It features 12 MB of shared L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a single-thread score of 688 in 3DMark and a multi-thread score of 4748 in the 16-thread test. Its Cinebench R23 results show a single-core score of 1453 and a multi-core score of 10297.

For a title like Archeage, which launched in 2014, the CPU’s single-thread performance is often the primary factor in determining minimum frame rates in crowded areas. The data shows that the i5-10400F’s single-thread capabilities are adequate for the game, as the FPS drops are more pronounced with higher graphics settings than with resolution changes. The processor’s PassMark single-thread score of 2541 places it in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a solid performer for this workload. However, the game’s engine does not appear to leverage the full 12-thread capability, as the performance scaling between the 3DMark 8-thread score (3929) and the max-thread score (4735) is modest. This suggests that Archeage is not heavily multi-threaded, and the i5-10400F’s strength lies in its robust single-core speed rather than its core count.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience in Archeage?

A: The data shows that at 2560x1440 with High settings, the combo achieves 71.8 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold. At 3840x2160, the High preset drops to 40.2 FPS, so 1440p is the highest resolution where High settings remain playable.

Q: How does the Ultra preset compare to High at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 71.9 FPS, while the High preset delivers 104.8 FPS. This represents a significant 31% performance decrease when moving from High to Ultra, making Ultra the least efficient preset for this game.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the frame rate varies dramatically between Low (66.3 FPS) and Ultra (29.6 FPS). This wide gap indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at this resolution, as the rendering load increases substantially with settings, while the CPU’s workload remains relatively constant.

Q: What is the performance difference between Medium and Low settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, Low settings produce 169.4 FPS, while Medium settings produce 157.2 FPS. The difference is only 7.2%, suggesting that Medium offers a much better visual experience with a minimal performance cost compared to Low.

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

A: The combo ranks 759th out of 1727 tested combinations. This places it in the upper-middle tier, indicating that while it is not a top-tier setup for Archeage, it outperforms a majority of the tested combos.

Q: Does the 12 GB VRAM of the GPU cause any issues at 4K?

A: The data does not indicate any VRAM-related stuttering or crashes. The frame rates at 4K are consistent with the settings, so the 12 GB VRAM appears sufficient for this game’s requirements at all tested presets.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT combination ranks 759th out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This position places it in the 56th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms 56% of the other combos tested. The ranking is not exceptional, but it is respectable for a mid-range setup. The CPU’s percentile of 73 against all CPUs and the GPU’s percentile of 73 against all GPUs suggest that both components are above average in their respective fields. However, the game’s engine seems to limit the combo’s overall potential, as the rank in-game is lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest. This implies that Archeage does not fully utilize the hardware’s capabilities, particularly the GPU’s advanced features, resulting in a combo that performs well but not spectacularly in this specific title.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 169.4 FPS, which is exceptional for a 1080p experience. Medium settings yield 157.2 FPS, a drop of 7.2%. High settings produce 104.8 FPS, a substantial 33.3% decrease from Medium. Ultra settings are the most demanding, delivering only 71.9 FPS, which is 31.4% lower than High.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings produce 117.9 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium settings deliver 107 FPS, a 9.2% drop from Low. High settings yield 71.8 FPS, a 32.9% decrease from Medium. Ultra settings produce 50.2 FPS, which is 30.1% lower than High and dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates become more challenging. Low settings produce 66.3 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS mark. Medium settings yield 63.1 FPS, a 4.8% drop from Low. High settings deliver 40.2 FPS, a 36.3% decrease from Medium. Ultra settings produce 29.6 FPS, which is 26.4% lower than High and is the only preset that falls below 30 FPS.

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

The data shows a clear pattern of FPS scaling with resolution. At High settings, the FPS drops from 104.8 at 1080p to 71.8 at 1440p, a 31.5% decrease. Moving from 1440p to 4K, the FPS drops from 71.8 to 40.2, a 44.0% decrease. This accelerating drop-off indicates that the GPU is becoming increasingly stressed as the resolution increases. At Low settings, the scaling is more linear: 169.4 FPS at 1080p, 117.9 FPS at 1440p, and 66.3 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 30.4% and 43.8%, respectively.

This pattern suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU’s performance ceiling is not being reached, as evidenced by the fact that even at 4K Low settings, the frame rate is 66.3 FPS, which is still high. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see similar frame rates across different resolutions. Instead, the FPS scales inversely with resolution, confirming that the Radeon RX 7700 XT’s rendering throughput is the main constraint at 4K. At 1080p, the GPU has more headroom, allowing the CPU to drive higher frame rates, but the game’s engine still caps the Ultra preset at 71.9 FPS, suggesting a software limitation rather than a hardware one.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the High preset is the recommended choice. At 1920x1080, High delivers 104.8 FPS, which is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a significant visual upgrade over Medium. At 2560x1440, High produces 71.8 FPS, which is still smooth and playable. Even at 3840x2160, High yields 40.2 FPS, which is playable for a less demanding title like an MMORPG, though not ideal.

The Medium preset is a viable alternative for those seeking higher frame rates at 1440p, as it delivers 107 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often noticeable. The Ultra preset is not recommended, as it provides only 71.9 FPS at 1080p, a 31.4% drop from High, with marginal visual improvements. The Low preset is only advisable for competitive play or very low-end displays, as it sacrifices too much visual fidelity for the extra frame rate. The data clearly shows that High is the sweet spot for this combo in Archeage, offering the best compromise between frame rate and visual quality across all resolutions.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT is a powerful GPU with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. It has a base clock of 1435 MHz, a boost clock of 2544 MHz, and a game clock of 2171 MHz. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score is 22547, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3316. It ranks in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs.

In Archeage, the GPU’s performance is directly tied to the settings preset. The 12 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for this game, as the frame rates do not indicate any memory-related issues. The GPU’s raw compute power, rated at 35.17 TFLOPS FP32, is more than enough for a 2014 title. However, the game’s engine appears to be the limiting factor, as the Ultra preset at 1080p only achieves 71.9 FPS, which is far below the GPU’s potential. The data suggests that the RX 7700 XT is overkill for this game at lower settings, but the High preset at 1440p and 4K shows the GPU being more fully utilized. The GPU’s performance in this combo is solid, but the game’s age and engine limitations prevent it from showcasing the full capabilities of the Radeon RX 7700 XT.