Archeage

# Archeage: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H + AMD Radeon 8060S — Benchmark Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the AMD Radeon 8060S delivers a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Archeage, an MMORPG from 2014. The measured data shows a system that scales predictably with both resolution and quality settings, with the 8060S acting as the primary performance driver across most configurations. At 1080p, the combo achieves 142 FPS on Low settings, dropping to 58 FPS at Ultra — a pattern that reveals more about GPU headroom than CPU limitations. The combo ranks 2174th out of 3708 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle tier for this specific title.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings presets, indicating that the AMD Radeon 8060S is the limiting component at higher resolutions. At Low settings, average FPS falls from 142 at 1080p to 95 at 1440p (a 33% reduction) and then to 55 at 4K (a 61% reduction from 1440p). This pattern — a roughly 40 FPS loss at each resolution step — points to a GPU that is saturated by pixel throughput rather than a CPU bottleneck.

The Medium preset tells a similar story: 126 FPS at 1080p, 85 at 1440p, and 49 at 4K. The delta between 1080p and 1440p is 41 FPS, while the delta between 1440p and 4K is 36 FPS. The slightly smaller drop at the upper end suggests diminishing returns as the GPU approaches its compute limits, but the overall trend is clear — the 8060S cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K regardless of settings.

High settings amplify the resolution penalty. The combo delivers 86 FPS at 1080p, 58 at 1440p, and just 33 at 4K. That is a 62% performance loss from 1080p to 4K. Ultra settings are the most punishing: 58 FPS at 1080p, 39 at 1440p, and 23 at 4K. The 4K Ultra figure is barely interactive, and even 1440p Ultra dips below the 40 FPS threshold that most players would consider acceptable for an MMORPG.

The resolution scaling data indicates that the Radeon 8060S, with its 2560 shading units and 14.85 TFLOPS FP32 throughput, is well-matched to 1080p and 1440p gaming but lacks the raw pixel-pushing power for 4K. The fact that 1080p Low hits 142 FPS while 4K Low manages only 55 FPS — a 2.6x difference — is consistent with a GPU that has ample compute for moderate loads but struggles when fill-rate demands increase. Interestingly, the 8060S has a pixel rate of 185.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 464.0 GTexel/s, which should theoretically handle 4K, but the measured data shows this is not the case in Archeage's engine.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p users, the Medium preset at 126 FPS represents the best balance of visual quality and performance. The jump from Medium to High costs 40 FPS (down to 86), while the jump from Low to Medium only costs 16 FPS (from 142 to 126). The measured minimum of 107 FPS at 1080p Medium confirms that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate stays well above the 60 FPS threshold. Ultra at 1080p drops to 58 FPS, which is still playable but offers diminishing returns over Medium given the 68 FPS penalty.

At 1440p, Medium is the recommended preset. The 85 FPS average with a 72 FPS minimum provides smooth gameplay, while High at 58 FPS is borderline and Ultra at 39 FPS falls below acceptable levels. The data shows a 27 FPS difference between Medium and High at this resolution, making Medium the clear sweet spot. Low at 1440p delivers 95 FPS, but the visual quality trade-off is substantial for only a 10 FPS gain over Medium.

4K is a challenge for this combo. The only playable option is Low at 55 FPS, which is adequate for an MMORPG but not ideal. Medium at 4K drops to 49 FPS with a 41 FPS minimum, which may be acceptable for slower-paced content. High at 33 FPS and Ultra at 23 FPS are both below the playability threshold for a game that requires responsive controls. Players with 4K displays should strongly consider running at 1440p with Medium settings instead, as the measured data shows a 36 FPS improvement over 4K Medium.

The minimum FPS data available only for Medium settings reinforces these recommendations. At 1080p Medium, the 107 FPS minimum ensures consistent frame pacing. At 1440p Medium, the 72 FPS minimum keeps gameplay smooth. At 4K Medium, the 41 FPS minimum is close to the edge but workable. The absence of minimum FPS data for other presets suggests that the Medium preset is the most stable configuration across all resolutions.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support provide ample bandwidth for an MMORPG like Archeage, which typically relies on single-thread performance for game logic and multi-thread performance for asset streaming and entity updates.

Benchmark results show the CPU's strengths: a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15028 and a single-core score of 1743, alongside a Passmark multithread score of 24873 and a single-thread score of 3468. These numbers place the 155H in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32697. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T (avg score 32707, delta 0%), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (avg score 32662, delta 0.1%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F (avg score 32750, delta -0.2%). The performance parity among these chips suggests that the 155H is neither a standout nor a laggard in its class.

In the context of Archeage, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU. The resolution scaling data shows consistent FPS drops as resolution increases, which is the signature of a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see similar FPS across different resolutions at the same settings. Instead, the 2.6x difference between 1080p Low and 4K Low confirms that the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

However, the CPU's 16 cores and 22 threads are relevant for MMORPG environments with many players on screen. The Passmark physics score of 1727 and integer math score of 86870 indicate solid computational throughput for game physics and AI calculations. The data compression score of 277353 and encryption score of 16358 suggest the CPU can handle background tasks without impacting gameplay. The 155H's 28 W TDP, while modest, does not appear to limit performance in this title based on the measured FPS.

The CPU's integrated Arc Xe-LPG 128EU graphics are irrelevant here since the system uses the discrete Radeon 8060S, but the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 support with 8 lanes provides sufficient bandwidth for the GPU. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth is adequate for feeding the GPU, though the 8060S's shared memory architecture means system memory bandwidth is also the GPU's memory bandwidth.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and AMD Radeon 8060S ranks 2174th out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage, placing it in the 41st percentile of all tested systems. This is a below-average ranking that reflects the GPU's performance ceiling more than the CPU's capabilities. The CPU alone sits in the 83rd percentile, while the GPU sits in the 87th percentile, yet the combination underperforms relative to those individual standings.

This discrepancy suggests that Archeage's engine does not scale well with the 8060S's architecture, or that the shared memory configuration introduces a bottleneck. The GPU's nearest rivals — the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (avg score 55698, delta 0.1%), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (avg score 56083, delta -0.6%), AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (avg score 54828, delta 1.7%), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (avg score 54247, delta 2.8%) — all have similar average benchmark scores, yet the 8060S's measured FPS in Archeage suggests it is not punching at that weight class for this specific title.

The combo's rank of 2174 out of 3708 means that roughly 59% of tested systems outperform it in Archeage. This is notable given that the individual components rank in the mid-80s percentiles globally. The gap between component rankings and combo ranking indicates that Archeage is not a favorable title for this hardware pairing. Players considering this combo for Archeage should temper expectations, particularly at higher resolutions where the FPS data shows significant degradation.

The 8060S's benchmark scores — a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2162, Geekbench OpenCL score of 84626, and Geekbench Vulkan score of 80483 — put it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 55757. These are respectable numbers, but the measured FPS in Archeage at 4K (23-55 FPS depending on settings) suggests that the game's engine is not leveraging the GPU's full capabilities. The 8060S's 40 ray tracing cores and 2560 shading units should theoretically handle Archeage's older graphics pipeline with ease, yet the data shows otherwise.

FAQ

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

A: Based on the measured data, 1080p is the optimal resolution. The combo achieves 126 FPS at Medium settings and 142 FPS at Low settings, with a minimum of 107 FPS at Medium. 1440p is playable but requires Medium settings (85 FPS average, 72 FPS minimum), while 4K is only viable at Low settings (55 FPS).

Q: How does the AMD Radeon 8060S compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 8060S has an average benchmark score of 55757, placing it 0.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698), 0.6% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (56083), 1.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828), and 2.8% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (54247). These deltas are small, indicating near-parity with these GPUs in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H a bottleneck for the Radeon 8060S?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. The resolution scaling shows FPS dropping consistently as resolution increases, which indicates GPU-bound performance. The 155H's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15028 and single-core score of 1743 place it in the 83rd percentile of CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32697.

Q: What settings preset provides the most stable frame rates?

A: The Medium preset is the only one with measured minimum FPS data across all resolutions: 107 FPS at 1080p, 72 FPS at 1440p, and 41 FPS at 4K. This suggests that Medium is the most stable preset, with minimum FPS values that stay within acceptable ranges for an MMORPG.

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

A: The combo ranks 2174th out of 3708 tested combinations in Archeage, which places it in the 41st percentile. This is below average, despite the CPU and GPU each ranking in the 83rd and 87th percentiles respectively when measured individually.

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

A: Only at Low settings, where it achieves 55 FPS average. Medium at 4K drops to 49 FPS with a 41 FPS minimum, which is borderline playable. High (33 FPS) and Ultra (23 FPS) are not recommended for 4K, as they fall below acceptable frame rates for responsive gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce 142 FPS average, Medium produces 126 FPS with a 107 FPS minimum and 145 FPS maximum, High produces 86 FPS, and Ultra produces 58 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 84 FPS, indicating that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution but that Ultra settings impose a heavy draw-call cost.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. Low settings achieve 95 FPS, Medium achieves 85 FPS with a 72 FPS minimum and 98 FPS maximum, High achieves 58 FPS, and Ultra achieves 39 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 56 FPS, suggesting the GPU is becoming the limiting factor. The Medium preset's minimum of 72 FPS is still above the 60 FPS threshold, but High and Ultra fall below it.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles. Low settings produce 55 FPS, Medium produces 49 FPS with a 41 FPS minimum and 56 FPS maximum, High produces 33 FPS, and Ultra produces 23 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is essentially unplayable, and even High is below the 40 FPS mark. The Medium preset's 41 FPS minimum is at the edge of playability for an MMORPG, where combat responsiveness is important.

The Medium preset's maximum FPS values are telling: 145 FPS at 1080p, 98 FPS at 1440p, and 56 FPS at 4K. These maxima show what the system can achieve in less demanding scenes, but the averages and minimums provide a more realistic picture of sustained performance. The 56 FPS maximum at 4K Medium is lower than the 58 FPS average at 1080p Ultra, highlighting the resolution penalty.

Across all resolutions, the Low preset shows the largest FPS values: 142 at 1080p, 95 at 1440p, and 55 at 4K. This makes Low the only preset that remains above 50 FPS at every resolution, though the visual quality trade-off is significant for a game with Archeage's already dated graphics.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 8060S is the dominant performance driver in this combo, as evidenced by the resolution scaling data. Its 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units provide the computational foundation for Archeage's rendering, while its 40 ray tracing cores are largely irrelevant for this 2014 title. The GPU's base clock of 1295 MHz and boost clock of 2900 MHz are aggressive for an integrated graphics solution, and its 14.85 TFLOPS FP32 throughput (with matching FP16 at 1:1) gives it substantial compute capacity.

The 8060S uses system-shared memory, which means its memory bandwidth is "System Dependent" and its memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared." In this configuration, the GPU relies on the CPU's dual-channel DDR5 memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. This shared memory architecture is a potential bottleneck in memory-intensive scenes, though the measured FPS data shows that the GPU is still able to achieve 142 FPS at 1080p Low.

The GPU's benchmark performance is strong: a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2162, Geekbench OpenCL score of 84626, and Geekbench Vulkan score of 80483. These place the 8060S in the 87th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 55757. Its nearest rivals are closely matched: the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB is 0.1% ahead, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is 0.6% ahead, the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is 1.7% behind, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is 2.8% behind.

Despite these strong benchmark scores, the measured FPS in Archeage reveals that the 8060S does not translate its raw compute power into proportional frame rates at higher resolutions. The 4K Ultra result of 23 FPS is particularly telling — it suggests that the GPU's pixel rate of 185.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 464.0 GTexel/s are insufficient for Archeage's rendering path at that resolution with maximum settings. The GPU's 55 W TDP and integrated form factor (slot width "IGP") limit its sustained performance compared to discrete solutions.

The GPU's support for DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 ensures compatibility with modern APIs, but Archeage's 2014 engine likely uses older DirectX paths that do not fully leverage the 8060S's RDNA 3.5 architecture. The GPU's process node of 4 nm from TSMC and die size of 308 mm² indicate a modern, efficient design, but efficiency does not translate to raw performance in this older title.

The 8060S's production status is Active, with a release date of January 2025, making it a recent addition to AMD's mobile lineup. Its predecessor is listed as Polaris Mobile, and its PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface provides ample bandwidth for data transfer, though the shared memory architecture means the GPU is ultimately limited by system memory performance. The GPU's integrated form factor (IGP) means it occupies no expansion slots and requires no power connectors, making it suitable for thin-and-light laptops, but this comes at the cost of thermal and power headroom compared to discrete GPUs.