Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 paired with the Intel Arc B580 presents a fascinating case study in Fivem, a game known for its demanding multiplayer environments. The measured data reveals a system that is clearly capable at mainstream resolutions but hits a definitive performance ceiling at 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, component roles, and overall viability of this specific combination.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The benchmark results provide a clear picture of performance scaling across three resolutions and four graphical presets. At 1920x1080, the combination demonstrates strong headroom. With Low settings, the system achieves an average of 154 FPS. Moving up to Medium sees the average drop to 121 FPS, with a minimum of 103 FPS and a maximum of 140 FPS. The High preset maintains a solid 97 FPS average, while the most demanding Ultra preset still clears the 60 FPS threshold comfortably with an average of 75 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the hardware is rarely the bottleneck, offering a smooth experience across the board.

Stepping up to 2560x1440, the performance impact is noticeable but the system remains highly playable. The Low preset delivers a brisk 101 FPS average. Medium settings produce an average of 80 FPS, with a minimum of 68 FPS and a maximum of 92 FPS. The High preset manages an average of 64 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS playability threshold. However, the Ultra preset at 1440p falls below the threshold, averaging 50 FPS. This shows that while the system can handle high fidelity at 1440p, maxing out every setting will require a compromise on frame rate.

The transition to 3840x2160 reveals the hardware's limits. At 4K, the Low preset yields an average of 56 FPS, which is just shy of the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset drops further to an average of 44 FPS, with a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 51 FPS. High settings average 35 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 28 FPS. None of the 4K presets achieve a playable 60 FPS average, indicating that this combination is not suited for 4K gaming in Fivem without significant graphical compromises or resolution scaling.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Fivem at 1920x1080 with maximum settings?

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows the Ultra preset at 1920x1080 achieves an average of 75 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The High preset is the most demanding setting that stays playable, with an average of 64 FPS. The Medium preset offers more headroom at 80 FPS average, and Low provides 101 FPS.

Q: Is 4K gaming possible with this hardware?

A: Based on the measured data, no. The highest average FPS at 3840x2160 is 56 FPS on the Low preset, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. All other 4K presets yield lower averages.

Q: How much performance is lost between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: The average frame rate drops from 154 FPS on Low to 75 FPS on Ultra, a difference of 79 FPS. This represents a significant performance cost for the highest visual fidelity.

Q: What are the minimum FPS values recorded for Medium settings?

A: The data records minimum FPS values for the Medium preset at each resolution: 103 FPS at 1920x1080, 68 FPS at 2560x1440, and 38 FPS at 3840x2160. These lows indicate potential for stutter in demanding scenes, especially at higher resolutions.

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

A: The combination ranks 2788 out of 3707 tested combos, placing it in the middle of the pack for overall performance in Fivem.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions highlights the shifting balance between the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and the Intel Arc B580. At 1920x1080, the high frame rates on Low (154 FPS) and Medium (121 FPS) suggest the GPU is not saturated, and the CPU's strong single-thread performance is likely a key contributor to maintaining these high averages. The Core Ultra 5 245's robust benchmark scores, such as a 4648 in Cinebench R23 single-core, support this interpretation.

As the resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU begins to take on a more prominent role. The frame rate drop from 154 FPS at 1080p Low to 101 FPS at 1440p Low indicates that the Arc B580 is being tasked with more pixel work. The gap between presets also widens, with the Ultra preset at 1440p falling to 50 FPS, a clear sign that the GPU's compute resources are becoming the primary constraint. The Arc B580's specifications, including 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a 456.0 GB/s memory bandwidth, define its capability ceiling here.

The data suggests that at 4K, the GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The performance difference between 1440p and 2160p is substantial across all settings. For instance, the High preset drops from 64 FPS at 1440p to 35 FPS at 4K. This steep decline points to the Arc B580's 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit bus being overwhelmed by the pixel throughput required at 3840x2160. The CPU is likely waiting on the GPU to complete its work, making the graphics card the limiting factor in this scenario.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that this PC is a capable Fivem machine, but its playability is strictly tied to resolution. At 1920x1080, the system is fully playable on all presets, with the Ultra preset averaging 75 FPS, well above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the resolution where the combination shines, offering high frame rates even with maximum settings.

At 2560x1440, the system remains playable, but with a caveat. The High preset is the most demanding playable option, achieving an average of 64 FPS. The Low and Medium presets also clear the threshold with 101 FPS and 80 FPS respectively. However, the Ultra preset falls short at 50 FPS average, meaning users must be willing to dial back settings for a smooth experience.

The verdict for 3840x2160 is straightforward: this PC cannot run the game at a playable frame rate. No preset achieves an average of 60 FPS or higher. The closest is Low at 56 FPS, which is still below the threshold and may not provide a consistent experience. For 4K gaming, this hardware combination is not recommended based on the measured data.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The benchmark database provides context for how this specific CPU and GPU compare to other hardware. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245's average benchmark score of 48995 places it near several alternatives. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, a mere -0.5% difference, suggesting near-identical CPU-bound performance. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G at 49196 is -0.4% off the pace. On the other side, the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H is 0.6% ahead with a score of 48698, and the Intel Core i5-14600K is 0.8% ahead with 48618. In practical terms, these CPUs would deliver nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Fivem when paired with the same GPU.

For the graphics card, the Intel Arc B580's average benchmark score of 23021 is closely matched by several rivals. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, which is -0.2% relative to the Arc B580. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, a 0.6% difference, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, a -0.7% difference. These GPUs would exhibit very similar performance characteristics in Fivem, meaning users with any of these cards should expect comparable frame rates at the same settings and resolution. The data suggests that swapping the Arc B580 for an RTX 2080 or RTX 3080 would not yield a meaningful performance shift in this specific game.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested hardware combinations for Fivem, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and Intel Arc B580 holds a rank of 2788 out of 3707 combos. This places it in the 75th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that it performs better than a majority of configurations. However, it is not near the top of the list, which likely contains high-end enthusiast builds. The rank reflects a system that offers solid 1080p and good 1440p performance but is not competitive at 4K. The CPU's percentile of 90 versus all CPUs and the GPU's percentile of 68 versus all GPUs show a pairing of a top-tier processor with a mid-range graphics card, which explains the performance profile.

Best Settings per Resolution

Based on the measured data and the 60 FPS playability threshold, the optimal settings for each resolution are as follows:

• 1920x1080: The Ultra preset is the most demanding setting that maintains a playable frame rate, with an average of 75 FPS. This allows for the highest visual quality at this resolution.
• 2560x1440: The High preset is the best choice, delivering an average of 64 FPS. This balances visual fidelity with performance, staying just above the 60 FPS line. The Medium preset (80 FPS) and Low preset (101 FPS) are also playable and offer higher frame rates for competitive play.
• 3840x2160: No preset achieves a playable 60 FPS average. The Low preset is the fastest at 56 FPS, but it still falls short of the threshold. Users at this resolution would need to consider lowering the resolution or accepting sub-60 FPS performance.