Archeage

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Archeage with the Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 reveals a clear pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 164 FPS, which drops to 111.7 FPS at 1440p and then to 62.6 FPS at 4K. This represents a 31.9% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 44% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, indicating that the GPU becomes progressively more stressed at higher resolutions.

The pattern holds across all settings presets. At Medium settings, the frame rates go from 146.4 FPS at 1080p to 97.5 FPS at 1440p (a 33.4% drop), then to 55.8 FPS at 4K (a 42.8% drop from 1440p). High settings show 99.2 FPS at 1080p, 64.8 FPS at 1440p, and 38.2 FPS at 4K. The most demanding preset, Ultra, yields 67.3 FPS at 1080p, 42.9 FPS at 1440p, and 27.3 FPS at 4K.

The resolution scaling behavior suggests that at 1080p, the system is likely not fully GPU-bound, as the frame rates across Low, Medium, and High settings show relatively large gaps. The difference between Low and High at 1080p is 64.8 FPS, while at 4K the same settings gap narrows to 24.4 FPS. This compression of performance differences at higher resolutions indicates the GPU becomes the limiting component as pixel count rises.

At 4K, even Low settings only manage 62.6 FPS, which is below the 1440p High result of 64.8 FPS. The data shows that 4K gaming on this combo is only viable at Low settings for smooth gameplay, and even then, the margin above 60 FPS is minimal. The 4K Ultra result of 27.3 FPS is less than half the 4K Low result, emphasizing the steep cost of enabling the highest visual quality at this resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2280 MHz with a boost clock of 2497 MHz. These specifications place the card at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 30109.

In the context of Archeage, the GPU's memory configuration appears adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming across all settings. The 8 GB capacity is sufficient for the texture loads typical of this MMORPG, which released in 2014. However, the 4K results suggest that the combination of higher pixel count and Ultra settings pushes the memory bandwidth to its limits. The 4K Ultra result of 27.3 FPS indicates a severe performance penalty that goes beyond simple pixel count scaling.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT with a delta of 0%, and the AMD Radeon RX 570 with a delta of -0.2%. This places the RTX 5060 in a competitive position, with the NVIDIA Tesla M60 trailing by 0.5% and the RTX 5070 Mobile ahead by 0.6%. These narrow margins suggest that the RTX 5060's rasterization performance is well-established in its class.

The FP32 compute throughput of 19.18 TFLOPS and the 120 tensor cores indicate the GPU has substantial raw processing power. However, Archeage is not a compute-heavy title; the measured frame rates show that memory bandwidth and fill rate are more relevant. The 119.9 GPixel/s pixel rate and 299.6 GTexel/s texture rate provide context for the 4K performance, where the GPU must fill more pixels per frame.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Archeage with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1080p provides the most comfortable frame rates across all settings, with even Ultra achieving 67.3 FPS. 1440p is playable at Low (111.7 FPS), Medium (97.5 FPS), and High (64.8 FPS), but 4K only reaches 62.6 FPS at Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its nearest rival in the GPU benchmark?

A: The RTX 5060 scores 30109 on average, which is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT at 30097 (0% delta). The AMD Radeon RX 570 scores 30158, putting it 0.2% ahead of the RTX 5060.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-14400F a bottleneck for this GPU?

A: At 1080p Low settings, the 164 FPS result suggests the CPU is keeping up with the GPU. The difference between Low and High at 1080p (64.8 FPS) indicates the GPU is the primary limiter even at this resolution, so the CPU is not a significant bottleneck.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 813 out of 1727 tested combinations, placing it in the upper half of all systems benchmarked in Archeage.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Archeage?

A: Only at Low settings, where it achieves 62.6 FPS. Medium settings drop to 55.8 FPS, High to 38.2 FPS, and Ultra to 27.3 FPS, which are not ideal for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance compare to its rivals?

A: The i5-14400F scores 3093 in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its nearest rivals in the CPU database include the Intel Core i7-12800H (32513 avg score, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (32446, 0.2% delta), showing the i5 is competitive.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimizing the Archeage experience. At 1080p, all settings presets are playable, but the best balance of visual quality and performance is High at 99.2 FPS. This provides a significant improvement over Medium's 146.4 FPS in terms of visual fidelity while maintaining a frame rate well above 60. Ultra at 1080p yields 67.3 FPS, which is acceptable but the 31.9 FPS cost over High may not justify the visual gains.

At 1440p, High settings at 64.8 FPS is the recommended choice for a smooth experience. Medium at 97.5 FPS offers more headroom and is better suited for high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual compromise is noticeable. Low at 111.7 FPS is only recommended for competitive play where frame rate is paramount. Ultra at 42.9 FPS is not recommended as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold.

For 4K, the data shows that only Low settings at 62.6 FPS provide a playable experience. Medium at 55.8 FPS is borderline, and High at 38.2 FPS and Ultra at 27.3 FPS are not suitable for smooth gameplay. Users targeting 4K should accept the visual trade-offs of Low settings or consider lowering the resolution.

The overall best experience per the measured rows is 1080p High at 99.2 FPS. This setting offers a strong balance, delivering high visual quality without sacrificing the frame rate headroom needed for stable gameplay in crowded MMORPG environments. The 1440p Medium option at 97.5 FPS is a viable alternative for users with higher-resolution displays who can tolerate slightly reduced visual settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 813 out of 1727 tested combos in Archeage. This places the system in the 53rd percentile of all tested configurations, meaning roughly 47% of tested combos perform better and 53% perform worse. The ranking reflects the mid-range positioning of both components within the broader benchmark database.

The CPU's benchmark performance places it at the 88th percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 32508. Its nearest rivals in the CPU database are the Intel Core i7-12800H (32513, 0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (32446, 0.2% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 250 (32584, -0.2% delta), and Intel Core i7-13705H (32586, -0.2% delta). This shows the i5-14400F is extremely competitive with a range of mobile and desktop processors.

The GPU, at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs, is the weaker link in this pairing. Its average score of 30109 is nearly matched by the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (30097, 0% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX 570 (30158, -0.2% delta). The RTX 5070 Mobile is only 0.6% ahead, indicating that the desktop RTX 5060 holds its own against mobile variants.

The combo's rank of 813 suggests that the CPU's strength (88th percentile) is partially offset by the GPU's more modest standing (73rd percentile). In a game like Archeage, which has moderate graphical demands, the GPU's performance at higher resolutions becomes the limiting factor, pulling the combo's overall ranking below what the CPU alone would suggest.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 164.0 FPS average
• Medium: 146.4 FPS average
• High: 99.2 FPS average
• Ultra: 67.3 FPS average

At 1080p, the system delivers high frame rates across all presets. The gap between Low and Medium is 17.6 FPS, while the gap between Medium and High is 47.2 FPS, and High to Ultra is 31.9 FPS. The largest performance drop occurs when moving from Medium to High, suggesting a significant increase in graphical workload at that tier.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 111.7 FPS average
• Medium: 97.5 FPS average
• High: 64.8 FPS average
• Ultra: 42.9 FPS average

At 1440p, the frame rates scale down considerably. Low to Medium shows a 14.2 FPS difference, Medium to High drops by 32.7 FPS, and High to Ultra loses 21.9 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result of 42.9 FPS is less than half the 1080p Low result, highlighting the resolution's impact.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 62.6 FPS average
• Medium: 55.8 FPS average
• High: 38.2 FPS average
• Ultra: 27.3 FPS average

At 4K, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings barely exceed 60 FPS, while Medium drops below that threshold. The High and Ultra presets produce frame rates that would be challenging for smooth gameplay. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 35.3 FPS, showing the steep cost of enabling all visual features at this resolution.

The complete dataset shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 5060 provides strong performance at 1080p, acceptable performance at 1440p with reduced settings, and limited capability at 4K. The CPU's high single-thread performance (3093 in Cinebench R23) ensures that the GPU remains the primary limiter across all tested configurations.