Fivem

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i5-10400F sits in a tightly packed cluster of hardware according to the database's aggregate CPU scores. Its average benchmark score of 14185 places it within a narrow band of comparable processors. The nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6756E, scores 14163, a mere 0.2% difference, effectively making them interchangeable in overall compute performance for a title like Fivem. Slightly above the i5-10400F sits the Intel Core 7 160UL with an average score of 14232, representing a 0.3% gap. On the lower side, the AMD EPYC 7552 trails by 0.5% with a score of 14115, while the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C is 0.6% behind at 14277. These deltas are so small that in real-world gaming, particularly in a multiplayer environment like Fivem where frame pacing and network code often dominate, a user would be hard-pressed to distinguish between any of these four CPUs. The i5-10400F, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, provides the baseline for this group, and the benchmark data suggests that any of these alternatives would deliver nearly identical CPU-bound behavior in Fivem.

On the GPU side, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER holds an average benchmark score of 18093. The closest comparable graphics card is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, which scores 18159, a 0.4% advantage. This is notable because the RTX 3060 Mobile is a laptop part, yet it lands almost exactly on top of the desktop RTX 2060 SUPER in the database's aggregated results. The AMD Radeon Pro 5700 comes in at 18189, just 0.5% higher, making it another near-identical alternative for Fivem's rendering workload. Interestingly, the AMD Radeon RX 460 scores 18373, which is 1.5% higher, and the Intel Arc A770M scores 18383, 1.6% higher, despite both being very different hardware generations and market segments. For Fivem specifically, which leans heavily on the CPU for simulation and physics in multiplayer scenarios, these GPU deltas are minor, but they do indicate that the RTX 2060 SUPER is not an outlier; several other options provide the same level of rasterization throughput.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, the data shows a difficult situation for this combo. The highest average frame rate achieved is 55.9 FPS on Low settings, which still falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Medium settings drop to 47.1 FPS, High to 33.3 FPS, and Ultra to 27.1 FPS. Consequently, there is no playable settings preset at 4K, as every option fails to clear the 60 FPS mark. The verdict field for this resolution confirms this, listing no playable settings and no best settings.

Moving down to 2560x1440, the situation improves considerably. The most demanding preset that maintains at least 60 FPS is High, which delivers an average of 64.7 FPS. This is the optimal choice for visual fidelity while staying above the playable threshold. Low settings run at 105.3 FPS and Medium at 80.6 FPS, both also playable, but High provides the best balance of quality and performance. Ultra settings, however, drop to 54.1 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and therefore not recommended.

At 1920x1080, the combo is fully capable. Ultra settings, the most demanding preset available, achieve an average of 78 FPS, comfortably clearing the threshold. High settings reach 102.6 FPS, Medium hits 123.6 FPS, and Low runs at 158.4 FPS. The verdict field confirms Ultra as the best settings at this resolution, with an average FPS of 78. For users prioritizing maximum frame rate, Low offers nearly double the Ultra frame rate, but for the best visual experience, Ultra is the clear winner.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data reveals a distinct pattern in how the CPU and GPU split responsibilities across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with Low settings hitting 158.4 FPS and Ultra still managing 78 FPS. This suggests that at 1080p, the GPU is not the limiting factor; the i5-10400F is feeding frames fast enough, and the RTX 2060 SUPER has ample headroom. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p is roughly a 50% reduction in frame rate (from 158.4 to 78 FPS), which is a typical GPU-bound scaling curve. However, the absolute numbers are high enough that neither component is severely strained.

At 2560x1440, the picture shifts. The gap between Low (105.3 FPS) and Ultra (54.1 FPS) widens to nearly 2x, indicating that the GPU is starting to take on more of the rendering burden. The average frame rate at High (64.7 FPS) is only slightly above the playable threshold, suggesting that the GPU is now the primary constraint. The CPU, which at 1080p was able to push well over 100 FPS, is now being held back by the GPU's inability to render frames quickly enough at this higher pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the overwhelming bottleneck. Even Low settings only produce 55.9 FPS, and Ultra drops to 27.1 FPS, a 2x reduction from Low. The scaling from 1080p Low (158.4 FPS) to 4K Low (55.9 FPS) shows a 64% performance loss, which is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's pixel throughput limits. The CPU's role here is diminished; it is waiting on the GPU for most of the frame time. The data implies that for Fivem, the i5-10400F is more than sufficient at all resolutions, while the RTX 2060 SUPER is the decisive factor for 1440p and 4K performance. Users who want to play at 4K would need a stronger GPU, whereas those at 1080p could potentially even pair this CPU with a weaker GPU without losing much performance.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Fivem, but the playable experience depends heavily on the chosen resolution. At 1920x1080, every settings preset clears the 60 FPS threshold. The best option is Ultra, which delivers an average of 78 FPS, providing a smooth and visually rich experience. There is no risk of falling below the playable threshold at this resolution, even in heavy multiplayer scenes, given the headroom shown in the averages.

At 2560x1440, the combo remains playable but with restrictions. High settings are the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, averaging 64.7 FPS. Low and Medium also work, but Ultra does not, as it drops to 54.1 FPS. Users at this resolution should stick to High or lower to maintain smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the verdict is clear: this combo cannot maintain 60 FPS at any preset. The best case is Low settings at 55.9 FPS, which is playable for some but below the strict 60 FPS threshold used in this analysis. For a consistent 60 FPS experience at 4K, a more powerful GPU would be required. The data suggests that 1440p High or 1080p Ultra are the sweet spots for this hardware combination.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 4K resolution?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the highest average frame rate is 55.9 FPS on Low settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. All other presets (Medium, High, Ultra) are lower, so 4K is not recommended.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 2560x1440?

A: High settings, which deliver an average of 64.7 FPS. This is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 54.1 FPS, which is below the threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Mobile?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 18093, while the RTX 3060 Mobile scores 18159, a difference of 0.4%. This means they are nearly identical in overall performance.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-10400F a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: No. At 1920x1080, Low settings hit 158.4 FPS and Ultra hits 78 FPS, indicating the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well beyond the 60 FPS threshold. The GPU is the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

Q: What happens if I lower settings from Ultra to Low at 1440p?

A: The average frame rate increases from 54.1 FPS (Ultra) to 105.3 FPS (Low), nearly doubling performance. This is a significant gain, but it comes at the cost of visual quality.

Q: Which component matters more for Fivem at 4K?

A: The GPU is the decisive factor. At 3840x2160, even Low settings only reach 55.9 FPS, and the scaling from Low to Ultra (55.9 to 27.1 FPS) shows the GPU is struggling to render frames at this resolution. The CPU has enough headroom, as evidenced by its strong performance at lower resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Fivem, the Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 2696 out of 3707 combos. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all tested systems. While it is not a top-tier configuration, it is also far from the bottom. The rank reflects the combination's overall capability, which is strong at 1080p, adequate at 1440p with settings adjustments, and insufficient at 4K. Comparatively, the CPU sits in the 68th percentile against all CPUs, and the GPU sits in the 62nd percentile against all GPUs, so the pairing is balanced. The rank of 2696 suggests that many other tested combos are either newer or have higher-end components, but for a 1080p gaming target, this combo outperforms a significant portion of the field. Users with this system should not feel underpowered for Fivem, provided they manage their resolution and settings expectations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following is the complete set of measured average frame rates for this combination, organized by resolution and settings preset. No minimum or maximum frame rate data was recorded; only averages are available.

At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 55.9 FPS, Medium produces 47.1 FPS, High produces 33.3 FPS, and Ultra produces 27.1 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a consistent decline, with a 51% drop from Low to Ultra. None of these values reach the 60 FPS threshold, so 4K is not playable.

At 2560x1440, the average frame rates are: Low settings at 105.3 FPS, Medium at 80.6 FPS, High at 64.7 FPS, and Ultra at 54.1 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 49%, and the High preset is the only one that stays above 60 FPS while also being the most visually demanding playable option.

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are: Low settings at 158.4 FPS, Medium at 123.6 FPS, High at 102.6 FPS, and Ultra at 78 FPS. This resolution offers the full range of playable presets, with Ultra still maintaining a healthy margin above the 60 FPS threshold. The gap between Low and Ultra is 50%, but even the lowest value (78 FPS) leaves headroom for demanding multiplayer scenarios. This is the resolution at which this combo is most comfortable.