Archeage

Archeage is a demanding MMORPG that stresses both CPU and GPU depending on the settings and resolution chosen. The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and the Intel Arc B570 produces a highly variable experience, ranging from playable at lower settings to nearly unplayable at maximum quality in 4K. The data indicates a system that is capable of delivering smooth frame rates at 1080p with adjusted settings, but which struggles to maintain consistency at higher resolutions and presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-14700K and Intel Arc B570 combination ranks 2983 out of 3708 tested combos for Archeage. This places it in the bottom 20% of all tested configurations, a position that reflects the significant performance bottlenecks observed at higher settings. The percentile ranking for the CPU is 94, and for the GPU it is 65, which suggests that while the processor is strong, the graphics card is the limiting factor in this pairing. The rank indicates that this is not a top-tier setup for this specific title, and users should expect to make compromises in visual fidelity to achieve acceptable performance.

The benchmark results show that the combo's performance is heavily dependent on the preset used. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 110 FPS, which is a solid result. However, this performance degrades sharply as settings increase, with Ultra settings at 1080p dropping to just 45 FPS. This pattern is consistent across all resolutions, highlighting that the GPU struggles with the higher graphical loads. The combo's overall rank is dragged down by the poor performance at Ultra settings, particularly at 4K, where the average frame rate falls to a stuttery 17 FPS. The data suggests that while the CPU can handle the game's logic, the GPU cannot keep pace with the rendering demands of higher presets.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. It features a 33 MB shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU performs strongly, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33440.5 and a single-core score of 2160. It also achieves a Geekbench multi-core score of 20767 and a single-core score of 2569. These numbers place the CPU in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 69355.

In Archeage, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and the numerous entities typical of an MMORPG. The benchmark results show that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions and settings. For instance, at 1080p Low, the system achieves 110 FPS, which is a high frame rate that suggests the CPU is feeding the GPU adequately. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, have an average score of 69515, with a deltaPct of -0.2, indicating they are nearly identical in overall performance. This level of CPU performance is more than sufficient for Archeage, as the game's frame rate drops are more closely tied to GPU load. The data indicates that the CPU maintains a consistent performance ceiling, allowing the GPU to be the deciding factor in the final frame rate.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for this system in Archeage?

A: The data shows that 1080p with Low settings provides the highest average frame rate at 110 FPS. For a balance of quality and performance, 1080p with Medium settings offers 98 FPS, which is also quite smooth. Higher resolutions and settings result in significant frame rate drops.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K resolution?

A: At 4K, the system struggles. With Low settings, it averages 42 FPS, which is barely playable. Medium settings drop to 38 FPS, High settings to 26 FPS, and Ultra settings to an unplayable 17 FPS. The GPU appears to be the limiting factor at this resolution.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700K a bottleneck for the Intel Arc B570 in this game?

A: The benchmark data suggests the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 110 FPS, indicating the CPU can push high frame rates. The performance drops are more pronounced when increasing graphical settings, which points to the GPU as the limiting component.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 20556. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, has a score of 20534 with a deltaPct of 0.1, showing they are nearly identical. The Intel Arc A750 is also close with a score of 20582 and a deltaPct of -0.1.

Q: What is the impact of the CPU's cache on gaming performance?

A: The CPU has a 33 MB shared L3 cache. While the data does not isolate the cache's impact on Archeage specifically, the CPU's strong synthetic scores, such as a PassMark multi-thread score of 52392, suggest it has ample processing power for the game's demands. The frame rate data indicates that the cache size is sufficient to avoid bottlenecks at lower settings.

Q: Does the system provide a consistent frame rate at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the system is less consistent. Low settings provide 74 FPS, which is good, but High settings drop to 45 FPS, and Ultra settings to 31 FPS. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS and a maximum of 76 FPS, showing some variability.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of the system's capabilities across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system performs best. With Low settings, it achieves an average of 110 FPS. The Medium preset averages 98 FPS, with a minimum of 83 FPS and a maximum of 112 FPS. High settings drop to an average of 66 FPS, while Ultra settings fall to 45 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease noticeably. Low settings average 74 FPS, which is still smooth. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS, with a minimum of 56 FPS and a maximum of 76 FPS. High settings average 45 FPS, and Ultra settings average 31 FPS. At 3840x2160, the system struggles significantly. Low settings average 42 FPS, Medium settings average 38 FPS, with a minimum of 32 FPS and a maximum of 43 FPS. High settings drop to 26 FPS, and Ultra settings average a very low 17 FPS. The data shows a clear trend of decreasing performance as resolution and settings increase, with the most dramatic drops occurring at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a significant performance drop, indicating that the GPU is the primary limiting factor. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 110 at 1080p to 74 at 1440p, a 32.7% decrease, and then to 42 at 4K, a 61.8% decrease from the 1440p result. This pattern is consistent across all settings, with the performance degradation becoming more severe at higher presets.

For example, at High settings, the average FPS drops from 66 at 1080p to 45 at 1440p, a 31.8% decrease, and then to 26 at 4K, a 42.2% decrease from 1440p. At Ultra settings, the drop is even more pronounced: from 45 FPS at 1080p to 31 FPS at 1440p, a 31.1% decrease, and then to 17 FPS at 4K, a 45.2% decrease. The data indicates that the GPU's rendering capabilities are insufficient to maintain high frame rates at higher pixel counts. The CPU's performance remains relatively constant, as evidenced by its high synthetic scores, suggesting that the frame rate drops are due to the GPU's workload increasing with resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this system depend on the user's target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the Medium preset is the best choice, offering an average of 98 FPS with a minimum of 83 FPS, which is smooth and responsive. This provides a good balance between visual quality and performance. The Low preset offers the highest frame rate at 110 FPS, but with reduced visual fidelity. The High preset at 66 FPS is playable but may not be as smooth, while Ultra at 45 FPS is the least desirable option for competitive play.

At 1440p, the Low preset is recommended, providing 74 FPS, which is generally playable. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS, which is acceptable but with a minimum of 56 FPS that could result in noticeable stutters. High and Ultra settings, at 45 FPS and 31 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a smooth experience. At 4K, the system is not well-suited for this game. The Low preset averages 42 FPS, which is borderline playable, but Medium, High, and Ultra are all below 40 FPS and should be avoided. For the best experience, users should play at 1080p with Medium settings or 1440p with Low settings.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is a 5 nm GPU based on the Xe2-HPG architecture, with 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base and boost clock of 2500 MHz and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6. In synthetic benchmarks, it achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2649 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 96844. It has a PassMark G3D score of 14195 and a PassMark G2D score of 661.

The GPU's role in Archeage is to handle the rendering of the game world, including textures, lighting, and special effects. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck, as performance drops significantly with higher graphical settings. At 1080p Low, the GPU can output 110 FPS, but this falls to 45 FPS at Ultra settings, indicating that the GPU's fill rate and shader processing capabilities are strained by the higher quality presets. The GPU's memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s and 10 GB VRAM are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS of 17 suggests that the GPU is overwhelmed. The GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, has a very similar average score, but the Intel Arc B570's performance in this specific game is limited by its architectural efficiency under load. The data clearly shows that the GPU's performance dictates the overall frame rate in this combo.