Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination delivers exceptional performance in Fivem, decisively clearing the 60 FPS threshold at every resolution and preset tested. The data confirms this is a top-tier configuration for the game, with the most demanding Ultra preset averaging 62 FPS at 4K, 111 FPS at 1440p, and 169 FPS at 1080p. This makes it a versatile choice for users with high-refresh-rate displays or those prioritizing maximum visual fidelity.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest playable preset at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is fully playable, averaging 62 FPS. This is the best settings option for 4K, as it stays above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: How does the CPU perform in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus scores 51,731 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 7,303 points in single-core. Its average benchmark score is 84,003, placing it in the 96th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 has an average benchmark score of 56,083, placing it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs. It scores 36,565 in Passmark G3D and 8,637 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

Q: What is the best settings preset at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice at 2560x1440, delivering an average of 111 FPS. All four tested presets (Low, Medium, High, Ultra) exceed the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is there a significant performance difference between Medium and High presets at 1080p?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080 the Medium preset averages 272 FPS, while High averages 218 FPS. This represents a 54 FPS difference, showing the Medium preset provides a substantial frame rate advantage.

Q: What is the GPU's launch MSRP?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 has a launch MSRP of 999 USD.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark data reveals a clear pattern: the GPU is the primary performance driver at higher resolutions, while CPU headroom is abundant throughout. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields 62 FPS, but dropping to Low settings nearly doubles performance to 126 FPS. This 64 FPS swing demonstrates that the RTX 5080's workload scales significantly with visual complexity at 4K. The CPU, with its 24 cores and 24 threads, provides ample processing power for Fivem's multiplayer environments, but the frame rate ceiling at 4K is dictated by the GPU's rendering capabilities.

At 2560x1440, the GPU still dominates performance scaling. The Ultra preset averages 111 FPS, while Low settings reach 227 FPS — a 116 FPS difference. This indicates the RTX 5080 remains the bottleneck at 1440p, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to feed the GPU with data. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 51,731 and Passmark multithread score of 60,860 suggest it can handle the game's simulation and network processing without limiting frame rates.

The situation shifts at 1920x1080, where the GPU's raw power becomes less constrained. Here, the Low preset hits 345 FPS, and even Ultra maintains 169 FPS. The CPU's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by its 7,303 Cinebench R23 single-core score, ensures that at 1080p the system is not CPU-limited. The scaling from Medium (272 FPS) to Ultra (169 FPS) still shows GPU workload differences, but the absolute frame rates indicate both components are operating well within their limits, with the GPU providing the final frame rate ceiling.

Across all resolutions, the pattern is consistent: lowering settings from Ultra to Low produces dramatic FPS increases, confirming GPU-bound behavior. The CPU's 96th percentile ranking and robust multi-core scores mean it never becomes the limiting factor in this configuration, making the RTX 5080 the component to monitor when optimizing settings for Fivem.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers outstanding frame rates across all presets. The Low preset averages 345 FPS, representing the maximum performance available. Medium settings average 272 FPS with a minimum of 232 FPS and maximum of 313 FPS, providing a wide performance envelope. High settings average 218 FPS, while the Ultra preset still achieves a commanding 169 FPS. These numbers demonstrate that even at the most demanding settings, the system maintains frame rates far above the 60 FPS playable threshold, making 1080p gaming exceptionally smooth.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance remains exceptionally high. The Low preset averages 227 FPS, and Medium delivers 179 FPS with a minimum of 152 FPS and maximum of 206 FPS. High settings average 143 FPS, while Ultra maintains 111 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 116 FPS reduction, but even the Ultra preset provides nearly double the 60 FPS threshold. This resolution offers an excellent balance of visual quality and performance, with all presets comfortably exceeding playability standards.

At 3840x2160, the system continues to perform admirably. The Low preset averages 126 FPS, and Medium delivers 99 FPS with a minimum of 85 FPS and maximum of 114 FPS. High settings average 80 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 62 FPS. This is the only resolution where the Ultra preset approaches the 60 FPS threshold, but it still clears it definitively. The data indicates that 4K gaming is fully viable, though users seeking higher frame rates should consider the High or Medium presets, which offer substantial FPS improvements.

The measured data shows consistent performance scaling across resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 176 FPS, while at 4K the difference narrows to 64 FPS. This confirms that the GPU's workload becomes more demanding at higher resolutions, compressing the performance gap between presets. The Medium preset data, which includes minimum and maximum FPS values, shows stable frame delivery with no major dips below the playable threshold at any resolution.

The Verdict

This PC can definitively run Fivem. The verdict by resolution confirms that all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — are playable at every resolution tested. At 3840x2160, the best settings are Ultra with an average of 62 FPS, meeting the 60 FPS threshold with a small margin. At 2560x1440, Ultra averages 111 FPS, providing substantial headroom above the playability floor. At 1920x1080, Ultra averages 169 FPS, offering excellent performance for high-refresh-rate displays.

The system's rank of 180 out of 3,707 combinations in Fivem places it in the top 5% of tested configurations, underscoring its capability. The CPU's 96th percentile ranking and GPU's 87th percentile ranking further validate the hardware's strength. For users targeting 4K gaming, the Ultra preset is viable, but those seeking higher frame rates can drop to High (80 FPS) or Medium (99 FPS) for a significant performance boost. At 1440p and 1080p, the Ultra preset is the clear recommendation, delivering frame rates that exceed the needs of most monitors.

The data shows no scenario where this configuration fails to meet playability standards. Even at the most demanding 4K Ultra setting, the system maintains above 60 FPS. This makes the combination a reliable choice for Fivem across all common gaming resolutions, with the flexibility to prioritize either visual quality or frame rate based on user preference.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, which has an average score of 83,807, just 0.2% lower than the 290K Plus's 84,003. This indicates nearly identical CPU performance between these two processors. The AMD EPYC 4584PX scores 83,090, a 1.1% difference, while the AMD EPYC 9135 scores 82,980, a 1.2% difference. These server-class chips offer comparable compute capability but may have different platform requirements. The AMD EPYC 7F72 scores 85,072, which is 1.3% higher, showing slightly better average performance.

For the GPU, the AMD Radeon 8060S has an average score of 55,757, just 0.6% below the RTX 5080's 56,083. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55,698, a 0.7% difference, while the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54,828, a 2.3% difference. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57,367, which is 2.2% higher than the RTX 5080. These alternatives would produce broadly similar frame rates in Fivem, with the RX 9070 GRE potentially offering slightly better performance and the W5700X being a modest step down.

The close scores among these rivals suggest that users could expect comparable Fivem performance from any of these combinations. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285K paired with the RTX 5080 would likely produce nearly identical results, given the 0.2% CPU performance difference. Similarly, swapping the GPU for an RX 9070 GRE would yield slightly higher average performance, while the RX 6750 GRE 12 GB would be marginally slower.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Ultra, with an average of 169 FPS. This provides maximum visual quality while maintaining frame rates nearly three times the playable threshold. Users with 240Hz monitors can comfortably run this preset, and even the High preset at 218 FPS or Medium at 272 FPS offer alternatives for those seeking even higher frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is also the best choice, averaging 111 FPS. This delivers excellent visual fidelity with frame rates well above 60 FPS, suitable for 144Hz displays. The High preset at 143 FPS and Medium at 179 FPS provide additional headroom for competitive play, but Ultra remains the recommended balance of quality and performance.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages 62 FPS, just above the 60 FPS threshold. This is the most demanding option that remains playable, offering full visual quality at 4K. For users prioritizing frame rate stability, the High preset at 80 FPS or Medium at 99 FPS provide more comfortable margins. The Low preset at 126 FPS is available for those seeking maximum performance, but the Ultra preset's 62 FPS average confirms that 4K gaming with full settings is achievable with this hardware.