Archeage

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT delivers a playable Archeage experience, but the data reveals a clear performance hierarchy dictated by resolution and settings. At 1080p, the combo is capable of high refresh rates, while 4K pushes it to the limits of playability. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes the ranking, and examines the roles of the CPU and GPU in this 2014 MMORPG.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable and steep decline as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario at higher pixel counts. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces an average of 98 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 66 FPS, a reduction of roughly 33%. Pushing further to 4K High yields just 38 FPS, which is a 61% drop from the 1080p High result. This scaling pattern indicates that the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution climbs, with the CPU having ample headroom to feed the graphics card at lower resolutions.

The impact of settings is also more pronounced at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (162 FPS) and Ultra (67 FPS) is a massive 95 FPS. At 1440p, the spread between Low (109 FPS) and Ultra (45 FPS) is 64 FPS. At 4K, the gap narrows to 36 FPS between Low (62 FPS) and Ultra (26 FPS). This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that even lowering settings from High to Low only yields a 24 FPS gain (from 38 to 62 FPS), whereas at 1080p, the same settings change results in a 64 FPS gain (from 98 to 162 FPS). The performance ceiling at 4K is clearly the Radeon RX 6750 XT's rendering throughput.

Looking at the Medium settings specifically, which include min and max FPS data, we can see consistency. At 1080p Medium, the average is 144 FPS with a range of 123 to 166 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average is 97 FPS, ranging from 83 to 112 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 56 FPS, with a range of 47 to 64 FPS. The relative stability of these ranges suggests that the frame pacing is consistent, without severe stutters, even when the average FPS is lower. For a smooth experience, users targeting 4K will need to accept Low settings to maintain an average above 60 FPS, while 1440p High offers a solid 66 FPS average.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Archeage, this specific configuration of the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT holds the rank of 1713 out of 3708 total combinations. This places it in the 46th percentile of all tested systems, meaning that roughly 54% of the other combos in the database perform better in this game. This is a mid-pack ranking, indicating that while this is a competent setup, it is far from the top-tier hardware that can dominate Archeage at maximum settings across all resolutions.

The ranking suggests that the combination is balanced, but not exceptional. A rank of 1713 implies that there are many other CPU-GPU pairings that achieve higher frame rates. This is not surprising given that the RX 6750 XT is an end-of-life product and the Core i7-12700K, while powerful, is from a previous generation. The data indicates that for users seeking the absolute highest performance in Archeage, there are more potent combinations available. However, this combo's position in the middle of the pack means it provides a dependable baseline, particularly for 1080p and 1440p gaming where it can deliver high frame rates.

It's important to contextualize the rank with the game's age. Archeage is an MMORPG from 2014, and its performance scaling is often tied to single-threaded CPU performance and memory latency, in addition to GPU fill rate. The Core i7-12700K, with its high boost clock and strong single-core performance, likely helps this combo punch above its weight in certain scenarios, but the overall rank is pulled down by the GPU's limitations at higher resolutions and settings. The combo's position at 1713 out of 3708 is a solid, if unspectacular, result.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT is the clear bottleneck at 4K resolution. Its 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s, which is sufficient for the textures used in Archeage, but the GPU's raw compute power caps the high-resolution performance. The measured FPS confirms this: at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 26 FPS, which is below the threshold for a consistently smooth experience. The card's 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs, running at a boost clock of 2600 MHz, are not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K with maxed-out settings.

The data shows that the GPU's performance scales well with settings at lower resolutions. At 1080p, the card has enough headroom to push frame rates from 67 FPS at Ultra to 162 FPS at Low, demonstrating its capability when not resolution-limited. The GPU's 13.31 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a strong number for a card in its class, and it shows at 1440p, where it can manage a 66 FPS average on High settings. However, the transition to 4K reveals the card's limits, where even High settings struggle to maintain 40 FPS.

The GPU's percentile ranking vs all GPUs is 71, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon R9 M395X and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile. The data shows the RX 6750 XT scores 0.5% higher than the R9 M395X and 1.1% higher than the RTX 3080 Ti Mobile in average benchmark scores. This puts it in a performance class that is adequate for current titles at 1080p and 1440p, but it is not a high-end 4K card. For Archeage, the GPU's role is to provide smooth frame rates at mainstream resolutions; the 4K numbers show that users should temper their expectations.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve 144 FPS?

A: The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo achieves an average of 144 FPS, with a max of 166 FPS. To get this level of performance, 1080p is the target resolution.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS is 62. At Medium settings, it drops to 56 FPS, and at High, it falls to 38 FPS. Ultra settings are not viable, with an average of only 26 FPS.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between High and Ultra settings?

A: The difference is significant. At 1920x1080, High settings yield 98 FPS, while Ultra drops to 67 FPS, a difference of 31 FPS. At 2560x1440, the gap is 21 FPS (66 FPS on High vs 45 FPS on Ultra). At 4K, the gap narrows to 12 FPS (38 FPS on High vs 26 FPS on Ultra).

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-12700K a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT?

A: The data does not suggest a CPU bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 162 FPS, and at 1080p Medium, it hits 144 FPS. These high frame rates indicate the CPU is feeding the GPU adequately, and the performance drop at higher resolutions is consistent with GPU limitations.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested combinations?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT ranks 1713 out of 3708 tested combos for Archeage.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The minimum FPS is only recorded for Medium settings. The lowest minimum FPS is 47 at 3840x2160 Medium. At 2560x1440 Medium, the minimum is 83 FPS, and at 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum is 123 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the measured average FPS for the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT combination in Archeage.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 162 FPS average.
• Medium: 144 FPS average, with a range of 123 FPS minimum to 166 FPS maximum.
• High: 98 FPS average.
• Ultra: 67 FPS average.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 109 FPS average.
• Medium: 97 FPS average, with a range of 83 FPS minimum to 112 FPS maximum.
• High: 66 FPS average.
• Ultra: 45 FPS average.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 62 FPS average.
• Medium: 56 FPS average, with a range of 47 FPS minimum to 64 FPS maximum.
• High: 38 FPS average.
• Ultra: 26 FPS average.

These numbers show a clear hierarchy. For maximum refresh rate gaming, 1080p is the only viable option for high-refresh monitors. 1440p offers a good balance, with High settings providing a playable 66 FPS. 4K is possible but requires Low or Medium settings to stay above 50 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, provides a robust foundation for this combo. Its base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz are critical for a game like Archeage, which benefits from high single-thread performance. The CPU's benchmark scores reflect its strength; for instance, it scores 1850.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4013 in Passmark single-thread. This strong single-core performance helps ensure that the CPU is not a bottleneck in many scenarios, allowing the GPU to operate at its full potential.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also substantial, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784 and a Passmark multi-thread score of 34404. While Archeage may not fully utilize all 20 threads, this headroom ensures smooth performance in crowded areas or during large-scale battles, where other background processes and game logic can tax the processor. The 25 MB of shared L3 cache is another asset, helping to reduce memory latency and improve frame pacing.

The CPU ranks in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-13600T, Intel Core i7-12700KF, Intel Core i7-13700T, and Intel Core 5 213PE. The data shows the i7-12700K is slightly slower than all of these, with delta percentages of -0.1%, -0.2%, -0.3%, and -0.4% respectively. This places it just a hair below its direct successor and other efficient variants. For this game, the CPU's role is to provide a stable, high-frequency platform, which it does admirably, but the overall system performance is ultimately capped by the GPU at higher resolutions.