Archeage

Archeage, a 2014 MMORPG, presents an interesting performance profile for the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination. The benchmark data indicates that this pairing is heavily reliant on the graphics card, with the CPU providing ample headroom across all tested settings and resolutions. The system delivers playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K, particularly on higher presets.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is expected given the GPU-bound nature of modern rendering. At the High settings preset, the average frame rate drops from 86 FPS at 1920x1080 to 58 FPS at 2560x1440, and finally to 33 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a significant 62% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RX 9060 is the primary limiting component at higher resolutions. The scaling is not linear; the jump from 1440p to 4K incurs a 43% performance penalty, which is steeper than the 33% drop seen when moving from 1080p to 1440p.

The Low settings preset shows a similar trend but with higher absolute values. The average frame rate falls from 142 FPS at 1080p to 95 FPS at 1440p, and then to 55 FPS at 4K. The relative performance drop from 1080p to 4K is 61%, which is nearly identical to the High preset, suggesting that the resolution scaling penalty is consistent regardless of the graphical load. This is a strong indicator that the pixel throughput of the RX 9060, with its 288.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 191.4 GPixel/s pixel rate, is the limiting factor rather than any CPU bottleneck.

The Medium preset provides the only complete dataset with min and max FPS values, offering deeper insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p, the average is 126 FPS with a range of 107 to 145 FPS. At 1440p, the average drops to 85 FPS with a range of 72 to 98 FPS. At 4K, the average is 49 FPS with a range of 41 to 56 FPS. The frame time variance, as indicated by the spread between min and max, remains relatively proportional to the average, suggesting that the GPU is consistently saturated without significant stuttering or spikes. The 4K Medium results show a 61% drop from 1080p, again confirming the GPU-centric scaling.

The Ultra preset is the most demanding, and the results show that this combo is not suited for 4K at this quality level. The average frame rate plummets to 23 FPS at 3840x2160, which is unplayable for an MMORPG. At 1440p, the average is 39 FPS, and at 1080p, it is 58 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a 60% performance loss, which is in line with the other presets. However, the absolute numbers are so low that the system is clearly overburdened by the Ultra preset's demands on the GPU at all resolutions above 1080p.

How This Combo Ranks

In the context of all tested system combinations for Archeage, this pairing of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks at position 1603 out of 2761 combinations. This places it in the 58th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that it performs above the median but is far from the top tier. The data shows that while this combo is capable of running the game, there are many other system configurations that deliver higher frame rates, particularly at 4K resolution.

The CPU itself, the i5-12400F, holds a percentile rank of 73 against all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 19039 places it in a tight cluster with its nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS scores 19047, representing a 0% delta, while the Intel Core 3 201E scores 19056, a -0.1% delta. The Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, a 0.3% delta, and the AMD EPYC 7773X scores 18979, also a 0.3% delta. This shows that the i5-12400F is a solid mid-range performer, but it is not a standout in terms of raw processing power.

The GPU, the RX 9060, holds a percentile rank of 59 against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16014. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129, a -0.7% delta. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862, a 1% delta, and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852, also a 1% delta. The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 scores 15679, a 2.1% delta. This indicates that the RX 9060 is a mid-pack graphics card, performing slightly below the RTX 3060 Ti but above several other AMD options. The combination of a mid-range CPU and a mid-range GPU results in the overall system ranking near the middle of the pack for Archeage.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this hardware combination is achieved by prioritizing frame rate over absolute graphical fidelity. For a smooth and responsive MMORPG experience, the Medium preset at 1920x1080 is the clear sweet spot, delivering an average of 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS. This ensures that even in crowded areas or during intense combat, frame rates will remain well above the threshold for smooth gameplay. The jump to the High preset at 1080p reduces the average to 86 FPS, which is still playable but leaves less headroom for demanding scenarios.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is again the recommended choice, providing an average of 85 FPS with a minimum of 72 FPS. This is a good balance of visual quality and performance for a higher-resolution display. The High preset at 1440p yields 58 FPS, which is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay but may feel less fluid in fast-moving situations. The Low preset at 1440p offers 95 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant.

For 3840x2160, the data strongly suggests avoiding the High and Ultra presets, as they produce averages of 33 FPS and 23 FPS, respectively, which are not suitable for a smooth experience. The Low preset at 4K, with an average of 55 FPS, is the only viable option for 4K gaming, while the Medium preset at 49 FPS is a marginal alternative if the user can tolerate a slightly lower frame rate. The Low preset at 1080p, with an average of 142 FPS, is the best option for competitive play or for users with high refresh rate monitors who prioritize maximum frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the exact measured average FPS values for the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination in Archeage. Where available, minimum and maximum frame rates are also provided for the Medium preset.

At 1920x1080, the performance is as follows:

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

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as follows:

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

At 3840x2160, the performance is the most demanding:

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

These figures illustrate a consistent hierarchy where the Low preset offers the highest frame rates, followed by Medium, High, and Ultra. The performance gap between the Low and Ultra presets is substantial, with Ultra being roughly 59% slower than Low at 1080p, 59% slower at 1440p, and 58% slower at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS at 1920x1080 is 142, which is achieved with the Low settings preset.

Q: Is this system capable of smooth 4K gaming in Archeage?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is only viable on the Low preset, which yields an average of 55 FPS. The Medium preset produces 49 FPS, while High and Ultra presets drop to 33 FPS and 23 FPS respectively, which are not smooth.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-12400F compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS?

A: The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, with the Ryzen 5 7535HS scoring 19047 against the i5-12400F's 19039, representing a 0% performance delta.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 95 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 39 FPS, resulting in a 56 FPS difference in favor of the Low preset.

Q: What is the overall rank of this system among tested combos for Archeage?

A: This combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1603 out of 2761 tested system combinations for the game.

Q: Which settings preset provides the best balance of performance and visual quality at 1080p?

A: The Medium preset is the best balance, delivering an average of 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS, ensuring a consistently smooth experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12380 and a single-core score of 1680, indicate solid all-around performance. The CPU's percentile rank of 73 against all CPUs shows it is a capable processor, and its high single-thread performance is beneficial for an MMORPG like Archeage, which often relies on a primary game thread.

However, the measured FPS data for this system suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in Archeage. The consistent performance scaling across resolutions, with a similar percentage drop from 1080p to 4K on all presets, is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates would remain relatively flat as resolution increases, since the CPU workload would stay the same while the GPU workload grows. The fact that frame rates drop by roughly 60% when moving from 1080p to 4K on every preset points squarely at the RX 9060's rendering capabilities as the constraint.

The i5-12400F's 12 threads provide ample processing power for the game's background tasks, AI, and network handling. With a PassMark multi-thread score of 19433 and a data compression score of 233327, it is well-equipped to handle the complex simulations and player interactions common in an MMORPG. The CPU's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 ensure that it can feed the GPU with data efficiently. In this specific configuration, the CPU's role is to provide a stable and capable platform without introducing any performance ceilings, allowing the GPU to be the sole determinant of frame rate. The data confirms that the i5-12400F is more than sufficient for this title, as the system's performance is entirely dictated by the graphics card's workload.