Archeage

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance ranking of this CPU and GPU combination in Archeage?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile ranks 2265 out of 3708 tested combos in Archeage. This places it roughly in the 39th percentile of all tested system pairings, indicating a mid-pack result for this specific MMORPG title.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 Mobile compare to its closest GPU rivals based on average benchmark scores?

A: The RTX 4060 Mobile's average benchmark score is 22729, which puts it 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (score 22895), 0.8% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (score 22549), 1.3% behind the Intel Arc B580 (score 23021), and 1.3% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile (score 22435). The differences are tight, all within a 1.3% band.

Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 136 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next best is 121 average FPS at 1920x1080 with Medium settings, followed by 92 average FPS at 2560x1440 with Low settings.

Q: At 4K resolution, which settings yield the most playable frame rate?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset delivers 52 average FPS, which is the most playable of the 4K options. Medium settings drop to 47 average FPS, High drops to 32 average FPS, and Ultra falls to 22 average FPS.

Q: Does the CPU's benchmark performance suggest it could bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX has a percentile rank of 93 among all CPUs, with strong multi-core scores like 40642 in Cinebench R23. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13790F, scores nearly identically (63080 vs 63173 average, a 0.1% difference). Given the GPU's 67th percentile rank, the CPU appears far more capable on paper, suggesting the GPU is likely the limiting factor in most scenarios.

Q: What is the frame rate range at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 82, with a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 94 FPS. This shows a relatively stable frame time experience.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process node from TSMC. It packs 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units, along with 24 ray tracing cores and 96 tensor cores. The GPU's memory configuration consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. Its clocks are set at a base of 1545 MHz and a boost of 1890 MHz.

In the context of Archeage, the GPU's VRAM capacity and bandwidth play a significant role. The 8 GB VRAM is a substantial amount for a game released in 2014, and the 256.0 GB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming and asset loading are not likely to be bottlenecks. The data shows that at 1080p, the GPU handles Low settings with ease, delivering 136 average FPS. At Medium settings, it still produces 121 average FPS, indicating that the GPU's shading units are well-utilized.

However, the picture changes dramatically at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS plummets to 22, which is a severe drop. This suggests that the GPU's 48 ROPs and 11.61 TFLOPS of FP32 compute are insufficient for the pixel throughput demanded at 3840x2160 with maximum settings. The pixel rate of 90.72 GPixel/s and texture rate of 181.4 GTexel/s are respectable for mobile hardware, but they clearly struggle when every pixel requires heavy shader work in an MMORPG environment with many characters.

The GPU's benchmark scores reinforce this observation. Its Passmark G3D score of 17469 places it in the 67th percentile of all GPUs, and its closest rival is the desktop RTX 2080, which scores 22895 (0.7% higher). This indicates that the mobile 4060 is competitive with previous-generation desktop mid-range cards, but it is not a high-end part. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 89420 and Vulkan score of 89569 show balanced compute and graphics capabilities.

When comparing to its direct successor, the RTX 5060 Mobile, the 4060 Mobile is 1.3% behind in average score. This is a marginal difference, suggesting that in games like Archeage, the architectural improvements in the newer card do not translate to massive gains. The data implies that the GPU's performance ceiling is reached at 1440p High, where it achieves 55 average FPS, and it cannot maintain 60 FPS at 4K even on Low settings, where it only manages 52 average FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is a 20-core, 20-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, with a TDP of 55 W. The CPU supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. Its cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache.

For an MMORPG like Archeage, CPU performance is often critical due to the large number of players, NPCs, and world events that require frequent updates. The 20 cores and 20 threads provide substantial multi-threaded capability, which is reflected in the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40642. This is a strong result, and the CPU's percentile rank of 93 among all CPUs confirms its high-end positioning.

The CPU's nearest rivals show how tightly grouped the top processors are. The Intel Core i7-13790F has an average score of 63080, which is only 0.1% higher than the Ultra 7's 63173. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 63331 (0.2% higher), while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 62839 (0.5% lower). The Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX is the closest competitor, scoring 62738, which is 0.7% lower. These margins are negligible, meaning the 265HX is firmly in the top tier of mobile processors.

In single-threaded performance, the Cinebench R23 score of 5737 shows that the CPU's boost clock of 5.30 GHz is effective. The Passmark single-thread score of 4500 further confirms this. For an older game like Archeage, which may rely heavily on single-thread performance for game logic and network handling, this is an important metric. The data suggests that the CPU is more than capable of feeding the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations, even in crowded areas.

The CPU's memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s and support for DDR5 are also relevant. In an MMORPG with frequent asset loading and streaming, having fast memory access can reduce stuttering. The L3 cache of 30 MB is shared across all cores, which helps with data sharing between threads. The 3 MB L2 per core is generous, providing fast access to frequently used data.

Given that the CPU ranks in the 93rd percentile while the GPU ranks in the 67th percentile, the data strongly suggests that the CPU is not the bottleneck in Archeage. At 1080p Low, the GPU achieves 136 FPS, which is likely near the game's engine limit. The CPU's passmark physics score of 2978 and multithread score of 47985 indicate it can handle complex simulations without breaking a sweat. The limiting factor in most scenarios will be the GPU's rendering throughput, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo spans three resolutions and four settings tiers, providing a comprehensive view of performance scaling.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 136 average FPS, which is the highest recorded value. Medium settings drop to 121 average FPS, with a minimum of 103 and maximum of 139, showing a slight variance but still smooth gameplay. High settings reduce the average to 82 FPS, and Ultra drops significantly to 56 average FPS. This pattern indicates that the GPU can handle 1080p Ultra at 56 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced combat.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance takes a noticeable hit. Low settings produce 92 average FPS, which is still excellent for 1440p. Medium settings yield 82 average FPS, with a range of 69 to 94, indicating stable performance. High settings drop to 55 average FPS, and Ultra falls to 38 average FPS. The step from Low to Medium at 1440p is only 10 FPS, but the jump from Medium to High is 27 FPS, suggesting that High settings introduce a significant increase in GPU workload, likely from more complex shaders and lighting effects.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overburdened. Low settings produce 52 average FPS, which is the only 4K option above 50 FPS. Medium settings drop to 47 average FPS, with a minimum of 40 and maximum of 54, showing more frame time inconsistency. High settings fall to 32 average FPS, and Ultra plummets to 22 average FPS. These numbers indicate that 4K gaming is only feasible at Low settings for a decent experience, and even then, it is marginal.

The data reveals that the scaling from 1080p to 1440p is relatively linear, but the jump to 4K is severe. At 1080p Low, the GPU produces 136 FPS, which drops to 92 FPS at 1440p Low (a 32% reduction), and then to 52 FPS at 4K Low (a 43% reduction from 1440p). This suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth and ROP throughput become the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo rank of 2265 out of 3708 tested combinations places this system in the lower-middle tier of all tested hardware pairings for Archeage. This ranking is relative to other CPU and GPU combinations, and it provides context for how this specific setup performs against the broader ecosystem of gaming PCs.

Given that the CPU is in the 93rd percentile and the GPU is in the 67th percentile, the overall combo rank of 2265 (roughly the 61st percentile of combos) suggests that the GPU is dragging down the system's overall standing. Many other combos with similar CPUs but higher-end GPUs will rank significantly better. The data implies that Archeage is more sensitive to GPU performance than CPU performance, as evidenced by the sharp FPS drops at higher resolutions and settings.

Compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the RTX 4060 Mobile is competitive. It is 0.7% behind the RTX 2080, 0.8% ahead of the RX 7700 XT, and 1.3% behind the Arc B580. In a game like Archeage, these differences could translate to a few FPS at most, meaning the ranking would not change dramatically if the GPU were swapped for one of these rivals. The CPU's nearest rivals are similarly close, with a maximum delta of 0.7%, so the combo rank is not heavily influenced by the specific CPU choice.

The rank of 2265 out of 3708 indicates that there are 1443 combos that perform worse and 2264 that perform better. This places the system in the 39th percentile of all combos, which is a mid-low position. For a game that is not particularly demanding by modern standards, this ranking suggests that the RTX 4060 Mobile is sufficient for 1080p gaming but struggles at higher resolutions. The data shows that the combo is better suited for 1080p Medium to High settings, where it achieves 82-121 FPS, rather than attempting 4K Ultra, where it only manages 22 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate.

For 1080p gaming, the Medium preset at 121 average FPS is the best balance of visual quality and performance. The jump from Medium to High costs 39 FPS (from 121 to 82), which is a significant reduction. Ultra further drops to 56 FPS, which may be acceptable for slower-paced gameplay but is not ideal for combat. The data suggests that Medium settings at 1080p provide a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience without sacrificing too much visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the Low preset at 92 average FPS is the recommended choice for competitive play, as it stays well above 60 FPS. Medium settings at 82 average FPS are also viable, with a minimum of 69 FPS ensuring no major drops. High settings at 55 average FPS are on the edge of playability, and Ultra at 38 FPS is not recommended for action-heavy scenarios. The data indicates that Medium is the sweet spot for 1440p, offering a 27 FPS improvement over High while maintaining a stable frame range.

For 4K, the options are limited. Low settings at 52 average FPS is the only preset that breaks the 50 FPS barrier, but it is still below the ideal 60 FPS target. Medium settings at 47 average FPS, with a minimum of 40 FPS, may cause noticeable stuttering in crowded areas. High at 32 FPS and Ultra at 22 FPS are not playable for most users. The recommendation is to stick with Low at 4K if resolution is a priority, but the data suggests that 1440p Medium is the superior overall experience.

The measured rows show that the game's performance scales predictably with settings, but the biggest gains come from dropping from High to Medium rather than from Ultra to High. This implies that High settings introduce effects that are disproportionately expensive on this GPU. For the best experience, users should prioritize Medium settings at 1440p, as it delivers a frame rate that is nearly double that of High settings while still looking significantly better than Low.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K reveals important insights about the limiting component in this system. At Low settings, the average FPS goes from 136 at 1080p to 92 at 1440p (a 32% drop) and then to 52 at 4K (a 43% drop from 1440p). This scaling is not linear, and the sharper decline at 4K indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth is becoming a bottleneck.

The RTX 4060 Mobile has a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s, which is adequate for 1080p and even 1440p, but the pixel throughput required at 4K is four times that of 1080p. The GPU's 48 ROPs are likely the limiting factor, as the pixel rate of 90.72 GPixel/s is insufficient for 4K at high settings. At Medium settings, the FPS drops from 121 at 1080p to 82 at 1440p (a 32% drop) and then to 47 at 4K (a 43% drop from 1440p). This consistent pattern across settings suggests that the resolution scaling is independent of the visual quality preset, pointing to a hard hardware limit.

The data also shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS would remain relatively constant as resolution increases, since the CPU's workload does not change with resolution. Instead, the FPS drops significantly from 1440p to 4K, confirming that the GPU is the primary constraint. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 40642, ensures that it can keep up with the GPU's demands even at 1080p Low where the frame rate is 136 FPS.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario, as the FPS drops by roughly one-third, which is proportional to the increase in pixel count (1.78x). The drop from 1440p to 4K is slightly steeper than expected, likely due to the GPU's memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s being saturated. The 8 GB VRAM is also a factor, as 4K textures and effects can exceed this capacity, leading to texture swapping that reduces performance.

In summary, the resolution scaling analysis indicates that the RTX 4060 Mobile is a capable 1080p and 1440p GPU, but it is not designed for 4K gaming. The data suggests that users should stay at 1440p or below to get the best frame rates, and that the CPU will not become a bottleneck until the GPU is upgraded to a more powerful model. The combo ranks 2265 out of 3708, reflecting this mid-range performance profile.