Archeage

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ranks 1589th out of 3708 tested combinations in Archeage, placing it in the 43rd percentile of all tested combos. This mid-pack ranking reflects a system that can deliver playable frame rates at most settings, but the data reveals a clear ceiling: Ultra presets at 4K fall below 30 FPS, while lower settings at 1080p exceed 170 FPS. The combination is balanced enough for high-refresh 1080p gaming, yet the GPU becomes the primary constraint at higher resolutions, with the CPU providing sufficient headroom across all tested scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1589 out of 3708 tested combinations places it in the lower-middle tier of the database for Archeage. This is not a top-tier pairing for this specific MMORPG, but the measured FPS data shows it is far from inadequate. The rank reflects the aggregate performance across all resolutions and settings, and the spread of those results tells the story: the combo achieves strong averages at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K Ultra result of 28 FPS drags the overall standing down.

Benchmark results indicate that this pairing sits in a zone where most players would find acceptable performance, but not exceptional. The 12400F’s CPU percentile of 73 vs all CPUs suggests it is a solid mid-range processor, while the RTX 3070’s GPU percentile of 61 vs all GPUs indicates it is slightly above average in the broader GPU landscape. However, the in-game rank of 1589 out of 3708 (roughly the 57th percentile from the bottom) shows that many other combos perform better in Archeage specifically. This is likely because Archeage, as an MMORPG, can be sensitive to CPU performance in crowded scenes, and the 12400F’s six cores and twelve threads, while capable, do not lead the pack in multithreaded workloads.

The data shows a notable divergence between synthetic benchmarks and real-world game performance. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 19039 and the GPU’s average benchmark score of 17208 both fall within a competitive range, with the CPU’s nearest rival (AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS) scoring 19047 (a 0% delta) and the GPU’s nearest rival (AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT) scoring 17083 (a 0.7% delta). Yet in Archeage, the combo does not translate these scores into a higher rank. This suggests the game’s engine may not fully utilize the hardware’s strengths, or that the measured FPS data is dominated by the GPU’s performance at higher resolutions, where the 8 GB VRAM and 256-bit memory bus become limiting factors.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is the dominant component in this pairing for Archeage, particularly at higher resolutions. Its memory configuration includes 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1500 MHz with a boost clock of 1725 MHz, and it features 5888 shading units, 184 TMUs, and 96 ROPs. These specs are adequate for most modern games, but the data suggests they are stretched at 4K in Archeage.

At 4K with Ultra settings, the combo averages just 28 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay. Dropping to High at 4K brings the average to 40 FPS, still not ideal for a fast-paced MMORPG. The GPU’s performance at 4K is clearly the bottleneck, as the CPU is unlikely to cause such a dramatic drop from 1080p to 4K. The RTX 3070’s 8 GB VRAM may also be a factor at 4K Ultra, where texture and asset demands can exceed capacity, though the data does not provide direct VRAM usage metrics.

The GPU’s synthetic scores reinforce its mid-range positioning. Its Passmark G3D score of 22214 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3162 are respectable, but its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (avg score 17083, delta 0.7%) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 (avg score 17037, delta 1%). This indicates the RTX 3070 is not a standout performer in the database, and its 61st percentile ranking places it below many newer or higher-tier cards.

In Archeage specifically, the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p, the GPU has enough headroom to push high frame rates, but at 4K, it hits a wall. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: 4K High averages 40 FPS, 4K Medium averages 59 FPS, and 4K Low averages 67 FPS. These numbers indicate that even at the lowest settings, 4K performance is only marginally above 60 FPS, and the GPU is the limiting factor. The RTX 3070’s 220 W TDP and dual-slot design suggest it is a power-hungry card, but the data does not include power consumption metrics for this game.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and reveals the limiting component. At High settings, the average FPS falls from 105 at 1080p to 70 at 1440p, then to 40 at 4K. This represents a 33% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 43% drop from 1440p to 4K. The pattern is consistent across other settings: at Low, FPS drops from 173 at 1080p to 116 at 1440p and 67 at 4K; at Medium, from 154 at 1080p to 104 at 1440p and 59 at 4K; at Ultra, from 71 at 1080p to 48 at 1440p and 28 at 4K.

Such steep declines with each resolution step are characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU, with its six cores and twelve threads, is not likely to be the bottleneck at 4K, as higher resolutions place more load on the GPU’s shading units, TMUs, and ROPs. The RTX 3070’s 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are simply not sufficient to maintain high frame rates at 4K in Archeage, a game that may have unoptimized draw calls or large texture sets.

The data also shows that the scaling is not linear. For example, at High settings, the difference between 1080p and 1440p is 35 FPS, while the difference between 1440p and 4K is 30 FPS. This suggests that the GPU’s performance degrades more steeply at the highest resolution, likely due to memory bandwidth limitations. At 1080p, the GPU has ample bandwidth, but at 4K, the 448.0 GB/s figure is insufficient to keep up with the pixel throughput demands.

The resolution scaling indicates that for this combo, 1080p is the sweet spot, with 1440p being playable but requiring lower settings, and 4K being only for Low or Medium presets. The limiting component is unambiguously the GPU, as the CPU’s performance does not vary with resolution in the same way. The data shows that the combo can achieve 173 FPS at 1080p Low, which confirms the CPU’s ability to feed the GPU, but the GPU cannot reciprocate at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 173, which is excellent for competitive or fast-paced gameplay. Medium settings yield an average of 154 FPS, with a minimum of 131 and maximum of 177, indicating stable performance. High settings drop to an average of 105 FPS, still well above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra settings at 1080p average 71 FPS, which is playable but shows a significant drop from High due to the increased graphical demands.

The 1080p data shows a clear hierarchy: Low > Medium > High > Ultra, with the gap between Medium and High being 49 FPS, and between High and Ultra being 34 FPS. This suggests that the Ultra preset introduces effects or shadows that heavily tax the GPU, even at 1080p. For players with a 144Hz monitor, the Low and Medium presets are the only ones that can consistently exceed 144 FPS, while High and Ultra fall short.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops but remains playable. Low settings average 116 FPS, which is still suitable for high-refresh gaming. Medium settings average 104 FPS, with a minimum of 88 and maximum of 119, showing a tighter range than at 1080p. High settings drop to an average of 70 FPS, which is acceptable for most players but not ideal for competitive play. Ultra settings at 1440p average just 48 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and indicates that this preset is not viable at this resolution.

The 1440p data shows a similar pattern to 1080p, but with lower overall numbers. The gap between Medium and High is 34 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 22 FPS. The minimum FPS at Medium (88) suggests that even in demanding scenes, the combo maintains a playable frame rate, but the Ultra preset’s 48 FPS average would result in noticeable stuttering in crowded areas.

At 3840x2160, the performance is marginal. Low settings average 67 FPS, which is the only preset that clears 60 FPS at this resolution. Medium settings average 59 FPS, with a minimum of 50 and maximum of 68, indicating that frame times can vary significantly. High settings drop to an average of 40 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users. Ultra settings average just 28 FPS, making this preset unplayable at 4K.

The 4K data reveals that the RTX 3070 is not suited for this resolution in Archeage. Even at Low settings, the average FPS is only 67, and the minimum FPS at Medium (50) suggests that demanding scenes could cause dips into the 40s. The GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are likely the culprits, as the game’s textures and effects at 4K exceed what this card can handle efficiently.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience is achieved at 1920x1080 with Medium settings. This combination yields an average of 154 FPS, with a minimum of 131 and maximum of 177, providing a smooth and stable experience that can take advantage of high-refresh monitors. The 154 FPS average is 49 FPS higher than High settings and 83 FPS higher than Ultra, making Medium the most efficient choice at 1080p.

For players who prefer higher visual fidelity at 1080p, High settings at 105 FPS average is a reasonable compromise, but the drop of 49 FPS from Medium suggests that the graphical improvements are not worth the performance cost. Ultra settings at 71 FPS average are playable but may cause dips in crowded scenes, and the data does not provide minimum FPS for this preset, leaving uncertainty about stability.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings at 104 FPS average is the recommended preset, as it provides a smooth experience with a minimum of 88 FPS. Low settings at 116 FPS average are slightly faster but may sacrifice too much visual quality. High settings at 70 FPS average are acceptable for players who prioritize graphics, but the 34 FPS drop from Medium suggests a significant performance penalty. Ultra settings at 48 FPS average are not recommended, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

For 3840x2160, Low settings at 67 FPS average is the only viable option, and even this may not be stable in all scenarios. Medium settings at 59 FPS average are borderline playable, but the minimum of 50 FPS indicates that demanding scenes could cause noticeable stuttering. High and Ultra settings at 40 and 28 FPS average, respectively, are not recommended for any gameplay scenario.

The data shows that the combo’s best experience is at 1080p Medium, with 1440p Medium as a secondary option for players with higher-resolution monitors. The GPU’s limitations at 4K mean that players should either lower the resolution or accept significantly reduced settings. The 1080p Low preset at 173 FPS average is the fastest option, but Medium provides a better balance of visual quality and performance, with only a 19 FPS penalty.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F plays a secondary role in this combo for Archeage, as the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The CPU has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration is sufficient for most games, including MMOs, which often rely on single-thread performance for game logic and multi-thread performance for background tasks.

The CPU’s synthetic benchmarks show solid results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 12380, and single-core score is 1680. Its Geekbench multicore score is 9472, and single-core score is 1964. The Passmark multithread score is 19433, and single-thread score is 3481. These scores place the CPU in the 73rd percentile vs all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19039. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (avg score 19047, delta 0%), Intel Core 3 201E (avg score 19056, delta -0.1%), and Intel Core i5-1335U (avg score 18982, delta 0.3%).

In Archeage, the CPU’s role is evident in the high frame rates at 1080p Low, where the combo achieves 173 FPS. This indicates that the CPU can feed the GPU with enough data to maintain high frame rates, and the GPU is not the bottleneck at this resolution. However, as resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU’s performance becomes less relevant. The data shows that the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is consistent across all settings, suggesting that the CPU is not causing any resolution-dependent bottleneck.

The CPU’s 65 W TDP and Intel Socket 1700 interface make it a power-efficient and compatible choice for most motherboards. Its process node of 10 nm and Alder Lake architecture provide modern features, but its performance in Archeage is capped by the GPU. The CPU’s 12 threads are adequate for the game’s multithreaded workloads, and its boost clock of 4.40 GHz ensures strong single-thread performance for game logic.

The data does not show any scenario where the CPU becomes the bottleneck, as the FPS scaling with resolution follows a pattern consistent with GPU limitation. At 1080p Ultra, the combo achieves 71 FPS, which is lower than 1440p Ultra’s 48 FPS and 4K Ultra’s 28 FPS, but this is expected due to the increased pixel workload. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to avoid limiting the GPU at any resolution or setting, making it a balanced partner for the RTX 3070.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the database show that it is a mid-range performer, with a 0% delta to the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and a -0.1% delta to the Intel Core 3 201E. This means the 12400F is neither a standout nor a laggard in synthetic tests, and its in-game performance is similarly competent. For Archeage, the CPU provides enough headroom for the GPU to operate at its full potential, but the GPU’s limitations at 4K mean that the combo’s overall ranking is constrained by the graphics card rather than the processor.

The CPU’s memory support for DDR4 and DDR5, along with its dual-channel memory bus, allows for flexible system configurations, though the data does not specify which memory type was used in the measured FPS tests. The CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes (CPU only) ensures that the RTX 3070, which uses PCIe 4.0 x16, has sufficient bandwidth for data transfer. The CPU’s lack of integrated graphics means a discrete GPU is required, and the RTX 3070 fulfills this role adequately.

In summary, the CPU is a capable partner but not the star of this combo. Its six cores and twelve threads are sufficient for Archeage, and its high single-thread performance ensures smooth gameplay logic. However, the GPU is the component that determines the overall experience, particularly at resolutions above 1080p. Players looking to improve performance in Archeage would benefit more from upgrading the GPU than the CPU, as the data shows that the RTX 3070 is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.