Fivem

The Intel Core i7-14700K paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a severely GPU-limited configuration for Fivem. While the processor is a top-tier part, the graphics solution holds the entire system back, resulting in a combination that only achieves the 60 FPS target at 1080p on lower presets. Benchmark results indicate this is not a balanced pairing for modern multiplayer gaming.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 4K (3840x2160), no preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold. The highest playable setting is Low, which produces an average of 32 FPS. However, since the playable threshold is 60 FPS, no settings at this resolution can be recommended for a smooth experience. The recorded data shows High at 20 FPS, Medium at 25 FPS (with a min of 22 and max of 29), and Ultra at 16 FPS, all far below the target.

At 1440p (2560x1440), the situation improves but remains below the 60 FPS target across all settings. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is none, as the highest average recorded is 58 FPS on Low. Medium delivers 46 FPS (min 39, max 53), High delivers 37 FPS, and Ultra delivers 29 FPS. None of these meet the playable threshold.

At 1080p (1920x1080), the system finally achieves playability. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which delivers an average of 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 and maximum of 80. Low runs at 88 FPS, High drops to 56 FPS, and Ultra falls to 43 FPS. Medium is the clear choice for the best visual quality while maintaining a playable frame rate.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data reveals a stark imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this configuration. The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, placing it in the 94th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (0.2% faster) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (0.7% faster). This processor is clearly not the bottleneck.

The Intel Arc B390, however, is an integrated graphics solution with a 3 nm process node and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. It sits in the 9th percentile against all GPUs, with its nearest rivals being the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (1.3% faster), NVIDIA GeForce 800M (1.5% faster), NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (2.5% faster), and NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 (2.7% faster). This GPU is the decisive limiting factor.

The scaling between resolutions confirms this analysis. Dropping from 4K to 1440p on Low settings improves average FPS from 32 to 58, an 81% increase. Dropping further from 1440p to 1080p on Low improves from 58 to 88 FPS, a 52% increase. This steep performance gradient with resolution is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario. The CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by its strong benchmark scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core at 33440.5 and Geekbench multi-core at 20767), but the GPU cannot feed frames fast enough to utilize it.

The preset scaling tells the same story. At 1080p, moving from Low to Medium costs 18 FPS (88 to 70), while moving from Medium to High costs 14 FPS (70 to 56). At 1440p, the same Low-to-Medium transition costs 12 FPS (58 to 46). These consistent drops across settings indicate the GPU is saturated at every quality level.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination ranks 3294 out of 3707 tested combos in the database, placing it in the bottom 11% of all configurations tested for Fivem. The ranking reflects the extreme mismatch between the high-end CPU and the entry-level integrated GPU.

The processor alone would rank near the top of any CPU comparison, with an average benchmark score of 69355 and performance within 0.9% of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F. The GPU, however, has an average benchmark score of just 1482, placing it in the 9th percentile. The combination of a top-6% CPU with a bottom-9% GPU produces a system that cannot leverage its strongest component.

The measured FPS data reinforces this poor ranking. At 1080p, the system only manages 56 FPS on High settings, which is below the 60 FPS target. Many lower-tier CPU and GPU combinations in the database achieve better results at this resolution, indicating that the Arc B390 is the primary reason for this low rank.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 1080p with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at 1080p the system achieves playable performance on Low (88 FPS) and Medium (70 FPS) settings. High and Ultra fall below the 60 FPS threshold at 56 and 43 FPS respectively.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming on this system?

A: No preset at 1440p reaches the 60 FPS target. The highest average is 58 FPS on Low, with Medium at 46 FPS, High at 37 FPS, and Ultra at 29 FPS. None are playable.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390 compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 scores 1482 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. It is 1.3% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, 2.5% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The Intel Core i7-14700K sits in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the Arc B390 sits in the 9th percentile of all GPUs. The steep FPS drops when increasing resolution and settings confirm the GPU limits performance.

Q: What is the highest quality preset that maintains 60 FPS at any resolution?

A: The only resolution and preset combination that clears 60 FPS is 1080p on Medium settings, delivering 70 FPS average with a minimum of 59 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: It ranks 3294 out of 3707 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 11% of all configurations in the database for Fivem.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the recorded data shows the following averages: Low at 32 FPS, Medium at 25 FPS (min 22, max 29), High at 20 FPS, and Ultra at 16 FPS. The minimum and maximum values for Low, High, and Ultra were not recorded.

At 2560x1440, the averages are: Low at 58 FPS, Medium at 46 FPS (min 39, max 53), High at 37 FPS, and Ultra at 29 FPS. Again, only Medium has recorded minimum and maximum values.

At 1920x1080, the averages improve significantly: Low at 88 FPS, Medium at 70 FPS (min 59, max 80), High at 56 FPS, and Ultra at 43 FPS. Medium is the only preset with recorded minimum and maximum values, showing a range between 59 and 80 FPS.

The variance between Medium minimum and maximum values is consistent across resolutions: 7 FPS at 4K, 14 FPS at 1440p, and 21 FPS at 1080p. This increasing variance at lower resolutions suggests the CPU provides more consistent frame delivery when the GPU is less stressed.

The Verdict

This system can run Fivem, but only under specific conditions. At 3840x2160, no settings are playable, with the best result being 32 FPS on Low. At 2560x1440, the situation is nearly identical: no settings reach 60 FPS, with the closest being 58 FPS on Low. The only playable configurations are at 1920x1080, where Low and Medium both clear the 60 FPS threshold.

The verdict by resolution is clear: 1080p Medium is the best playable preset, delivering 70 FPS average. Low is also playable at 88 FPS, offering higher frame rates for competitive play. High and Ultra at 1080p are not playable, falling to 56 and 43 FPS respectively.

The database verdict confirms this analysis: the playable settings list at 1080p includes Low and Medium, with Medium identified as the best setting at 70 FPS. For users with 1440p or 4K monitors, this configuration will require significant settings reductions and still cannot hit the 60 FPS target. The Intel Core i7-14700K is wasted in this pairing, as the Arc B390 cannot translate the CPU's considerable processing power into playable frame rates at higher resolutions. Users seeking smooth gameplay at higher resolutions would need a substantially different GPU to complement this processor.