Archeage

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 is a combination that struggles significantly in Archeage, according to the measured data. This is not a high-performance gaming setup for this title; it is a configuration that will require substantial compromises on resolution and visual fidelity to achieve playable frame rates. The data shows a clear ceiling for performance, with the GPU acting as the primary limiting factor across all tested scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average frame rate this combo can achieve in Archeage?

A: The highest average FPS recorded for this configuration is 65 frames per second, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset. This is the only setting and resolution combination that approaches a smooth 60 FPS experience.

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

A: The combo ranks 3423 out of 3708 tested combinations. This places it in the bottom percentile of all tested systems, indicating that it delivers performance in the lowest 8% of all recorded results for Archeage.

Q: Can this setup handle 4K resolution in Archeage?

A: No, not at any playable level. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates range from 10 FPS on Ultra settings to 25 FPS on Low settings. Even the Low preset at 4K is far below the threshold for a smooth experience, and the High preset yields only 15 FPS.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset delivers an average of 43 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to an average of 18 FPS. This represents a substantial 25 FPS difference, or roughly a 58% reduction in frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest quality settings.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 a discrete graphics card?

A: No, the data indicates this is an integrated graphics processor (IGP). Its specifications show a 25 W TDP, a 300 MHz base clock, and "System Shared" memory, meaning it relies on system RAM rather than dedicated video memory. Its performance percentile versus all GPUs is 5, which is very low.

Q: Does the Core i5-13400F have an integrated GPU?

A: No, the fact pack lists no integrated graphics for this CPU. This means the system relies entirely on the Intel Arc B370 for all video output and rendering. The CPU's benchmarks, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604, show it is a capable processor, but it is paired with a very weak graphics solution here.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is the decisive factor in this combo's performance, and its characteristics explain the low frame rates. The GPU has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, but its most significant limitation is its memory configuration. With "System Shared" memory and "System Dependent" bandwidth, the graphics processor is forced to use the system's main memory, which is a major bottleneck for gaming performance. The GPU's benchmark score of 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 and its 5th percentile ranking against all GPUs confirm its entry-level position.

This GPU's specifications are remarkably low for a modern gaming context. It has 1280 shading units, 40 texture mapping units, and 20 render output units. The pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s, figures that are dwarfed by even modest discrete graphics cards. The data shows that this is not a question of driver optimization or game settings; the raw computational and memory throughput of the Arc B370 is insufficient for rendering Archeage at high resolutions and detail levels.

The impact of this GPU is evident in the measured FPS. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is from 65 FPS to 27 FPS, a massive 38 FPS swing. This shows that the GPU is completely overwhelmed by the increased shader and texture work required by the higher presets. In an MMORPG like Archeage, where there can be many on-screen characters and effects, the GPU's limitations will be even more pronounced in crowded areas, though the provided data represents the average performance across the tested scenarios. The combination of a strong CPU with this IGP creates a severely unbalanced system where the graphics solution is the clear performance wall.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the only viable path to a smooth experience is to use the Low preset at 1920x1080, which yields an average of 65 FPS. This is the only configuration that manages to stay comfortably above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p is also playable, with an average of 57 FPS and a minimum of 49 FPS, but it will be more susceptible to dips during intense gameplay moments. For a consistent experience, the Low preset is the safest choice.

At 2560x1440, the situation becomes more difficult. The Low preset produces an average of 43 FPS, which is below the ideal for a smooth experience but may be tolerable for some players. The Medium preset at 1440p drops to 39 FPS, and the High preset falls to 26 FPS. These lower frame rates are generally not recommended for a game that requires quick reactions, as they can lead to a less responsive feel.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution. At 1080p it only achieves 27 FPS, and at 1440p it drops to 18 FPS. The 4K results are all unplayable, with the best being 25 FPS on Low. The data strongly suggests that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming with the Low or Medium preset. Trying to push higher resolutions or quality settings will result in a subpar experience.

How This Combo Ranks

The performance of the Core i5-13400F and Arc B370 combo is at the very bottom of the database for Archeage. With a rank of 3423 out of 3708 total combinations, it falls into the bottom 8% of all tested systems. This is a poor result and indicates that this specific pairing is not suitable for this game.

The root of this poor ranking is the GPU. The CPU is not the issue; the Intel Core i5-13400F is a strong processor, with an average benchmark score of 25292 and a 77th percentile ranking against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the CPU benchmark database include the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (with a 0% delta) and the Intel Core 5 120 (with a -0.3% delta), showing it is competitive with those parts. However, the Arc B370's percentile rank is 5, and its nearest rivals are ancient parts like the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 and the AMD Radeon HD 7650M. These are legacy components from over a decade ago, which puts the GPU's performance into perspective.

This combination creates a severe mismatch. A 77th percentile CPU is paired with a 5th percentile GPU, and the overall combo rank of 3423 reflects this imbalance. The data indicates that the system is severely limited by its graphics component, and the CPU's potential is entirely untapped in this configuration. The overall rank is not a reflection of the CPU's capabilities but rather a direct consequence of the GPU's inability to keep pace in this specific title.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals a system that is almost entirely GPU-bound. Looking at the Low preset, the average FPS drops from 65 at 1920x1080 to 43 at 2560x1440, and then to 25 at 3840x2160. This is a clear and expected decline as the number of pixels to render increases.

The progression of these numbers shows how quickly the GPU's limits are hit. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is a 22 FPS reduction, and the further drop to 4K is another 18 FPS reduction. The performance is nearly halved with each step up in resolution. This is a classic sign of a GPU that is running out of fill rate and memory bandwidth.

The High preset tells a similar story, with FPS dropping from 39 at 1080p to 26 at 1440p and finally to 15 at 4K. The Ultra preset is even more punishing, starting at 27 FPS at 1080p and falling to 10 FPS at 4K. These results confirm that the limiting component is the graphics processor. A more powerful CPU would not improve these numbers, as the bottleneck is the GPU's ability to process the frames, not the CPU's ability to feed it data. The data clearly shows that the Arc B370 is the component that dictates the playable resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section details the exact measured average frame rates for this combo in Archeage. The data is presented by resolution and settings preset for clarity.

1920x1080

• Low: The average FPS is 65. This is the best result for this combo and the only one that is clearly above 60 FPS.
• Medium: The average FPS is 57, with a minimum of 49 and a maximum of 66. This is a playable range but with a noticeable dip potential.
• High: The average FPS is 39. This is a significant drop from the Medium preset and begins to feel choppy.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 27. This is a poor experience, showing the GPU is heavily overloaded.

2560x1440

• Low: The average FPS is 43. This is a playable, albeit not ideal, frame rate for some users.
• Medium: The average FPS is 39, with a minimum of 33 and a maximum of 44. The minimum FPS is getting low, making this a less stable option.
• High: The average FPS is 26. This is a poor result and is not recommended for a good experience.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 18. This is a very poor result that is not playable in a satisfying way.

3840x2160

• Low: The average FPS is 25. This is far below the threshold for playability.
• Medium: The average FPS is 22, with a minimum of 19 and a maximum of 25. The frame rate is consistently low.
• High: The average FPS is 15. This is a slideshow and is not a viable option.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 10. This is the worst result recorded and is essentially unplayable.

The data confirms that the only reasonable configurations are the Low and Medium presets at 1080p. All other combinations result in average frame rates that are too low for a comfortable gaming experience in a fast-paced MMORPG environment. The Intel Core i5-13400F is powerful enough, but the Intel Arc B370's performance is the definitive bottleneck.