Archeage

The Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER combination delivers a broad range of frame rates in Archeage, scaling from very high refresh-rate territory at 1080p to playable but more demanding 4K performance. The measured data shows this pairing is capable of handling the game smoothly across most settings, though the gap between Low and Ultra presets is substantial. This analysis breaks down how the CPU and GPU each influence the results, what the frame rate scaling reveals about the system’s bottlenecks, and where this specific combo stands among other tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

Archeage shows a steep performance drop as resolution increases, which is typical for a game that becomes more GPU-bound at higher pixel counts. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo averages 237.5 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 Low drops that to 157.9 FPS, a reduction of roughly 34%. At 3840x2160 Low, the average falls further to 92.2 FPS, which is about 42% lower than the 1440p figure. This pattern indicates that even at Low settings, the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution climbs, since the CPU has enough headroom to feed frames at lower pixel counts.

The High preset tells a similar story. At 1080p High, the average is 144.7 FPS. At 1440p High, it drops to 95.3 FPS, a 34% decline. At 4K High, the average is 55.7 FPS, which is 42% lower than the 1440p result. The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and High suggests that resolution scaling is largely independent of the preset chosen, reinforcing the idea that the RTX 4070 SUPER’s rendering throughput is the dominant factor. The CPU’s role becomes less significant as the pixel workload grows, since the GPU must process more fragments and textures.

Ultra settings amplify the drop-off. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 95.7 FPS, which is still playable but far below the 237.5 FPS seen at Low. At 1440p Ultra, the average falls to 63.4 FPS, a 34% reduction from 1080p. At 4K Ultra, the average drops to 34.7 FPS, which is 45% lower than 1440p Ultra and only about a third of the 1080p Low result. This steep decline at Ultra indicates that the combination of high resolution and maximum graphical settings overwhelms the GPU, pushing performance below the smoothness threshold for many users. The data clearly shows that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for this combo if aiming for consistent high frame rates.

GPU Role

The RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process node and uses the AD104 chip. It has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s. The base clock is 1980 MHz with a boost clock of 2475 MHz, and memory runs at 1313 MHz with 21 Gbps effective speed. These specifications contribute to its ability to handle Archeage’s rendering demands, particularly at higher settings where texture detail and shading effects increase the GPU workload.

The GPU’s benchmark scores place it in the 84th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 42576. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A6000, scores 42653, which is only 0.2% higher, indicating that the RTX 4070 SUPER performs essentially on par with that workstation card in synthetic tests. The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE scores 42723, which is 0.3% higher, again a negligible difference. These close margins suggest that the RTX 4070 SUPER is well-positioned in its performance tier, and the measured FPS results in Archeage reflect that capability.

The 12 GB VRAM capacity is relevant for Archeage, especially at 4K where texture memory usage can increase. The data shows that at 4K High, the average FPS is 55.7, while at 4K Medium it rises to 80.7 FPS, and at 4K Low it reaches 92.2 FPS. The relatively modest difference between Low and Medium at 4K (92.2 vs 80.7 FPS) suggests that the GPU is not running out of memory at Medium, but the jump to High (55.7 FPS) indicates a significant increase in shading or geometry workload rather than a VRAM capacity limit. The memory bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s appears sufficient for the game’s demands, as the frame rate scaling follows a predictable pattern based on resolution and preset, without sudden collapses that would indicate memory swapping.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor from the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. It has 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. This CPU sits in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25236. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13620H, scores 25201, which is only 0.1% lower, placing the two essentially at parity. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365, which is 0.5% higher, also a minor difference.

In Archeage, the CPU’s impact is most visible at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 237.5 FPS, which is a high enough frame rate that the CPU must be able to process game logic and draw calls quickly. The i5-13400F’s 16 threads help with the multi-threaded nature of modern MMORPGs, where many entities and players can be active simultaneously. Its single-thread performance, as shown by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3004, also contributes to maintaining high minimum frame rates in crowded areas, though the measured data does not include min FPS values.

However, as resolution increases to 4K, the CPU’s role diminishes. At 4K Low, the average is 92.2 FPS, which is still high but far below the 1080p Low figure. The gap between these two resolutions is primarily due to the GPU’s rendering workload, not CPU limitations. The CPU’s boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides sufficient speed for the game’s single-threaded tasks, and the 20 MB L3 cache helps with data locality for frequently accessed game assets. The data does not show any scenario where the CPU becomes a bottleneck, as the frame rates at 1080p are high enough to indicate the GPU is the limiting factor even at the lowest settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo achieves an average of 144.7 FPS. This is a smooth experience for most displays and indicates that the system handles the game well at this resolution and preset.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to its nearest GPU rival?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 42576, while the NVIDIA RTX A6000 scores 42653, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 7650 GRE scores 42723, 0.3% higher. These differences are minimal, meaning the RTX 4070 SUPER performs essentially on par with these cards in synthetic tests.

Q: Is 4K Ultra playable with this CPU and GPU combo?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 34.7. This is below the 60 FPS threshold that many consider smooth, so while it is technically playable, it may not provide a consistent experience for fast-paced gameplay.

Q: What is the CPU’s benchmark percentile compared to all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F is in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25236. This places it above the majority of processors, indicating strong overall performance.

Q: How much does performance drop from 1440p to 4K at Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 Medium, the average FPS is 142.7. At 3840x2160 Medium, it drops to 80.7 FPS. This is a reduction of about 43%, showing that the GPU’s workload increases significantly at 4K even with medium graphical details.

Q: Which preset gives the highest average FPS at 1080p?

A: The Low preset at 1920x1080 yields the highest average at 237.5 FPS. Medium follows at 209.4 FPS, High at 144.7 FPS, and Ultra at 95.7 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER ranks 265th out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This places it in the top 15% of all configurations tested for this game, indicating that it is a strong performer. The rank reflects the balance between the CPU and GPU, where the i5-13400F provides enough processing power to avoid limiting the RTX 4070 SUPER, and the GPU delivers high frame rates across most resolutions and settings.

The rank is particularly notable given that the CPU is in the 82nd percentile and the GPU is in the 84th percentile among their respective categories. The combo’s overall position at 265 out of 1727 suggests that the pairing works well together, with neither component dragging down the other significantly. The data shows that at 1440p High, the combo achieves 95.3 FPS, which is a solid result for a demanding MMORPG, and at 1080p High, it reaches 144.7 FPS, making it suitable for high refresh rate monitors. The rank also implies that many other combos with more expensive or newer parts do not necessarily outperform this pairing in Archeage, given the game’s specific requirements.

Settings Recommendations

For the best balance of visual quality and performance, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 is the strongest choice. It delivers an average of 142.7 FPS, which is well above the smoothness threshold and only slightly lower than the Low preset’s 157.9 FPS at the same resolution. The jump from Medium to High at 1440p brings the average down to 95.3 FPS, which is still playable but represents a significant drop of about 33%. Given that Medium offers a substantial visual improvement over Low while maintaining high frame rates, it is the optimal setting for most users with this combo.

At 1080p, the High preset is a good recommendation because it produces 144.7 FPS, which is high enough for most gaming monitors and offers better visual fidelity than Medium or Low. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 95.7 FPS, which is still playable but not necessary unless visual quality is the top priority. For 4K users, the Medium preset at 80.7 FPS is the best option, as it provides a playable experience without the severe drop seen at High (55.7 FPS) or Ultra (34.7 FPS). The Low preset at 4K reaches 92.2 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant. Ultimately, the data suggests that Medium at 1440p or High at 1080p are the most balanced choices, while 4K users should stick to Medium to keep frame rates acceptable.