Archeage

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 paired with the Intel Core i5-11400F produces a highly variable experience in Archeage, depending heavily on the resolution and quality preset selected. The data indicates a configuration that can deliver smooth 1080p gameplay at medium settings but struggles significantly at 4K Ultra, where frame rates drop to unplayable levels. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, the role of each component, and provides clear settings guidance based solely on the benchmark results.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate this combo achieves in Archeage?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 142 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. The next highest is 126 FPS at 1080p Medium, indicating the CPU and GPU have headroom at lower resolutions.

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

A: This specific configuration ranks 2174th out of 3708 total tested combos for Archeage. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, indicating that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom of the rankings.

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

A: At 2560x1440 resolution, the average frame rate drops from 58 FPS on High settings to 39 FPS on Ultra settings. This represents a significant 19 FPS loss, or roughly a 33% reduction in performance when moving to the highest quality preset.

Q: Is the RX 9060 more comparable to the RTX 3060 Ti or the RX 7700 based on average benchmark scores?

A: Based on average benchmark scores, the RX 9060 is most comparable to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. The RX 9060's avgBenchmarkScore is 16014, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, a delta of -0.7%. The AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852, a delta of 1%, making it a slightly closer rival in the opposite direction.

Q: Does the Core i5-11400F hold up well against its nearest rivals in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The data suggests it is evenly matched. Its avgBenchmarkScore of 17177 is only 0.3% higher than the AMD EPYC 7H12's score of 17120. It is also 0.4% slower than the Intel Core i5-12450H, which scores 17239. This places the i5-11400F in a very tight competitive band.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo in the measured data?

A: The only minimum FPS values recorded are for Medium settings. The lowest of these is 41 FPS at 3840x2160, with other minimums being 72 FPS at 2560x1440 and 107 FPS at 1920x1080. No minimum FPS data is available for Low, High, or Ultra presets.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is the primary driver of visual fidelity in this configuration, and its specifications directly explain the performance scaling seen in the measured FPS data. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. This memory configuration is a key factor, as Archeage's demands at higher resolutions and settings can quickly consume the available frame buffer and bandwidth.

The GPU's clock speeds are substantial, with a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. These high clocks contribute to its raw compute power of 21.43 TFLOPS. However, the 8 GB VRAM capacity is likely a limiting factor at 4K Ultra settings. The measured data shows a dramatic drop from 49 FPS at 4K Medium to just 23 FPS at 4K Ultra. This 26 FPS plunge suggests that the Ultra preset may be exceeding the GPU's memory capacity or fill-rate limits, forcing the card to work far beyond its optimal efficiency zone.

The GPU's performance tier is contextualized by its percentileVsAllGpus score of 59, placing it in the upper half of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 16129, a difference of -0.7%. This indicates the RX 9060 is a solid performer but not a market leader. In the context of Archeage, the GPU appears to be the bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings, as the frame rate scales inversely with resolution and preset quality, a classic sign of GPU-bound workloads.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and predictable pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is characteristic of a system that becomes increasingly GPU-bound at higher pixel counts. At 1080p, the combo is capable of high refresh rates, with an average of 142 FPS on Low and 126 FPS on Medium. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is well-equipped to feed the GPU, and the overall system is not heavily constrained.

Moving to 2560x1440, there is a significant drop across all settings. Low settings fall from 142 FPS to 95 FPS, a 33% decrease. Medium settings drop from 126 FPS to 85 FPS, a 32.5% decrease. High settings experience a similar proportional drop from 86 FPS to 58 FPS, a 32.5% reduction. This consistent ~33% reduction from 1080p to 1440p indicates that the GPU is now the primary limiting component, as the increased pixel count directly translates to a near-linear decrease in performance.

The scaling to 4K (3840x2160) is even more punishing. Low settings drop to 55 FPS, Medium to 49 FPS, and High to 33 FPS. The most dramatic fall is on Ultra, which plummets to 23 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K represents an additional 42% drop on Low settings (95 to 55 FPS) and a 33% drop on High settings (58 to 33 FPS). The 4K Ultra result is critically low, confirming that this configuration is not suitable for 4K gaming at maximum fidelity. The data clearly shows that 1080p and 1440p are the viable operating points for this hardware, with 4K reserved for lower quality presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2174 out of 3708 tested combinations (comboRankInGame) provides a sobering context for its performance in Archeage. This places it in the 41st percentile of all tested systems, meaning that roughly 59% of all tested combinations perform better. This is a notable finding given that the individual components are not low-end; the CPU is in the 71st percentile (percentileVsAllCpus), and the GPU is in the 59th percentile (percentileVsAllGpus).

The discrepancy between the component-level percentiles and the in-game combo rank suggests that Archeage may be particularly demanding on certain aspects of the hardware that this combination does not excel at. The game's MMORPG nature often leads to CPU-bound scenarios in crowded areas, but the data shows the GPU is the clear bottleneck at higher resolutions. The combination's rank implies that the balance between the i5-11400F and the RX 9060 is not optimal for this specific title, and that other combos with similar or lower-rated components may achieve better results in Archeage.

This rank is a critical data point for users. It indicates that while this system is a competent general-purpose gaming machine, it is not a top contender for Archeage specifically. The fps data corroborates this, showing that it can handle the game at 1080p and 1440p, but it will not deliver the highest frame rates or allow for maximum settings at higher resolutions. The rank serves as a warning that expectations should be tempered when playing this title on this hardware.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F provides the processing foundation for this system, and its specifications are well-suited for gaming workloads. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it offers a solid base for modern games that can utilize multiple threads. Its base clock of 2.60 GHz can boost up to 4.40 GHz, providing strong single-threaded performance which is often critical for game logic and physics. The CPU's 12 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing latency.

The CPU's benchmark scores show a balanced profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 14340 in multi-core and 2024 in single-core. This indicates a strong multi-threaded capability relative to its single-threaded performance. Its avgBenchmarkScore of 17177 places it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals are all within a 1% performance delta. This puts the i5-11400F in a highly competitive position, slightly outperforming the AMD EPYC 7H12 (by 0.3%) and the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U (by 0.6%), while being marginally behind the Intel Core i5-12450H (by -0.4%).

In the context of Archeage, the CPU's role is most apparent at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 142 FPS, and at 1080p Medium, it achieves 126 FPS. The fact that the frame rate increases significantly from High to Low settings suggests that at these lower quality presets, the GPU is not the bottleneck, and the CPU is successfully feeding it data. However, the CPU is likely not the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The consistent ~33% drop from 1080p to 1440p across all settings indicates that the GPU's rendering load is the dominant constraint, and the i5-11400F has sufficient headroom to keep up with the RX 9060's output.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the system's performance across three resolutions and four quality settings.

At 1920x1080, the system performs admirably.

• Ultra: 58 FPS average.
• High: 86 FPS average.
• Medium: 126 FPS average, with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS.
• Low: 142 FPS average.

At 2560x1440, performance drops significantly, but remains playable on most presets.

• Ultra: 39 FPS average.
• High: 58 FPS average.
• Medium: 85 FPS average, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS.
• Low: 95 FPS average.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates on higher settings.

• Ultra: 23 FPS average.
• High: 33 FPS average.
• Medium: 49 FPS average, with a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 56 FPS.
• Low: 55 FPS average.

The data shows a clear hierarchy. The 1080p Medium result of 126 FPS is excellent, and even 1080p Ultra at 58 FPS is playable. At 1440p, Medium (85 FPS) and Low (95 FPS) provide smooth experiences, while High (58 FPS) is borderline and Ultra (39 FPS) is not ideal. At 4K, only Low (55 FPS) and Medium (49 FPS) approach playability, while High and Ultra are not recommended for a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

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

For 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 126 FPS, it provides a very smooth experience that is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum of 107 FPS ensures no significant stuttering. While Low offers a higher average (142 FPS), the visual fidelity is compromised. The High preset at 86 FPS is also viable, but Medium provides a substantial performance buffer with a likely minimal visual difference compared to High.

For 2560x1440, the Medium preset is again the clear recommendation. At 85 FPS, it is the only preset that comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS target. The Low preset at 95 FPS is also excellent for competitive play, but Medium offers a better visual experience. The High preset at 58 FPS is close to playable but may dip below 60 FPS in demanding scenes, while the Ultra preset at 39 FPS is not recommended for a fluid experience.

For 3840x2160, the options are limited. The Low preset at 55 FPS is the only setting that approaches a playable frame rate, while the Medium preset at 49 FPS is borderline. The data suggests that 4K gaming on this combo requires significant compromises. For a better 4K experience, one would need to consider a more powerful GPU. The High (33 FPS) and Ultra (23 FPS) presets are not suitable for gameplay and should be avoided.

In summary, the Medium preset is the sweet spot for this configuration at both 1080p and 1440p, providing the best combination of high frame rates and visual quality. At 4K, users must settle for Low settings to maintain a playable frame rate.