Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination delivers playable frame rates in Fivem across most settings, but it is firmly a 1080p-focused pairing. The data shows a clear performance ceiling at 4K Ultra, where the system drops to an average of 31 FPS, indicating that the RX 9060’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory interface are the primary bottlenecks at higher resolutions. At 1080p, however, the combo excels, with Low settings producing 175 FPS and even Ultra maintaining a respectable 86 FPS, demonstrating that the Ryzen 5 5500’s six Zen 3 cores are sufficient to feed the GPU in this multiplayer title.

Resolution Scaling

Fivem’s performance scales predictably with resolution, but the rate of decline reveals where this system’s limits lie. Moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings drops the average frame rate from 111 FPS to 73 FPS, a 34% reduction. The jump from 1440p to 4K at High is even steeper, with the average falling from 73 FPS to 40 FPS, a 45% loss. This non-linear scaling suggests that the RX 9060’s memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s and 8 GB frame buffer become increasingly saturated as pixel count rises, rather than the CPU becoming the limiting factor.

At Low settings, the pattern shifts. The transition from 1080p (175 FPS) to 1440p (115 FPS) represents a 34% drop, but the 1440p-to-4K step (115 to 64 FPS) is a 44% decline. This consistent ~34-45% penalty per resolution tier indicates that even at the lowest graphical preset, the GPU is still the dominant constraint. If the Ryzen 5 5500 were the bottleneck, we would expect to see smaller absolute FPS differences at higher resolutions, as the CPU workload per frame would remain constant while the GPU takes longer per frame. Instead, the data shows that 4K Low (64 FPS) is nearly as demanding for this GPU as 1440p High (73 FPS), reinforcing that the RX 9060’s compute and memory resources are what hold the system back at 4K.

The Medium preset offers the most telling insight into scaling behavior. At 1080p Medium, the system achieves 138 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS and maximum of 159 FPS. At 1440p Medium, those numbers fall to 91 FPS average with 77 FPS minimum and 105 FPS maximum. The 4K Medium result drops to 50 FPS average with 43 FPS minimum and 58 FPS maximum. The minimum FPS figures at each resolution (117, 77, 43) show that frame pacing remains consistent, with roughly a 34% reduction in minimums per resolution step, matching the average FPS decline. This consistency indicates that Fivem’s multiplayer environments, which can cause CPU spikes due to other players, are not creating additional bottlenecks beyond what the GPU already imposes.

Ultra settings exacerbate the resolution problem. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 86 FPS, which drops to 56 FPS at 1440p and collapses to 31 FPS at 4K. The 1080p-to-1440p penalty is 35%, but the 1440p-to-4K penalty jumps to 45%. This widening gap suggests that the RX 9060’s 64 ROPs and 1792 shading units are overwhelmed by the combination of high-resolution pixel shading and Ultra-level effects. The 4K Ultra result of 31 FPS is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, confirming that this resolution/settings combination is not viable for this hardware.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060, built on the Navi 44 chip with RDNA 4.0 architecture, is the primary driver of Fivem’s performance at all tested resolutions. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves adequate for 1080p but strained at higher resolutions. The GPU’s boost clock of 2990 MHz and game clock of 2400 MHz are high for the segment, yet the 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is insufficient to maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra, where the average falls to 31 FPS.

The GPU’s memory configuration is the most critical factor in this game’s results. At 4K, the 8 GB VRAM capacity is likely a limiting resource, as Fivem’s open-world map and player-created content can consume significant memory. The data supports this: 4K High (40 FPS) and 4K Medium (50 FPS) are both below 60 FPS, while 4K Low (64 FPS) narrowly crosses that threshold. The 18 Gbps effective memory speed and 128-bit bus width produce 288.0 GB/s, which is modest for 4K workloads. In comparison, the GPU’s nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, has an average benchmark score of 16129 versus the RX 9060’s 16014, a 0.7% deficit that suggests similar overall compute but potentially different memory characteristics.

The RX 9060’s architectural features, including 28 ray tracing cores and 112 texture mapping units, do not appear to provide a meaningful advantage in Fivem, which is not a ray tracing-heavy title. The GPU’s 64 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 191.4 GPixel/s, which is sufficient for 1080p but results in fill-rate limitations at 4K, where 31 FPS at Ultra indicates the pixel throughput is the bottleneck. The GPU’s percentile ranking of 59 among all GPUs places it in the mid-range, and its PassMark G3D score of 17631 confirms it is a capable 1080p card that struggles beyond 1440p.

The Ryzen 5 5500 CPU plays a supporting role. With 6 cores and 12 threads based on Zen 3 architecture, it provides ample single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2319) for Fivem’s multiplayer logic. The CPU’s 16 MB L3 cache and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth are not limiting factors, as evidenced by the fact that FPS scales consistently with resolution rather than showing CPU-bound plateaus. At 1080p Low, where CPU load is typically highest relative to GPU, the 175 FPS average indicates the Ryzen 5 5500 can feed the RX 9060 efficiently without becoming a constraint.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU/GPU combo in Fivem?

A: The data shows 1920x1080 is the only resolution where all settings presets maintain playable frame rates, with averages ranging from 86 FPS at Ultra to 175 FPS at Low. At 2560x1440, only Low (115 FPS) and Medium (91 FPS) exceed 60 FPS, while 3840x2160 only reaches 64 FPS at Low.

Q: How does the RX 9060 compare to its nearest GPU rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014, which is 0.7% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti’s score of 16129. It is 1% higher than both the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15862) and AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15852), and 2.1% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 (15679).

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 5500 CPU a bottleneck in Fivem at 1080p?

A: No. At 1080p Low, the system produces 175 FPS, and at 1080p Medium it achieves 138 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS. These high frame rates indicate the CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads provide sufficient headroom, as the GPU remains the limiting factor across all settings.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p Medium?

A: The measured results show an average of 91 FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, with a minimum of 77 FPS and maximum of 105 FPS. This is the highest settings preset at 1440p that maintains an average above 60 FPS.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Barely, and only at Low settings, where the average is 64 FPS. At Medium, the average drops to 50 FPS, High falls to 40 FPS, and Ultra is unplayable at 31 FPS. The 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for consistent 4K performance.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500 compare to the Intel Core i5-12500 in CPU benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 has an average benchmark score of 19593, which is 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-12500’s score of 19668. It is also 0.7% lower than the Intel Core i5-11600KF (19723) but 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i7-10700F (19499).

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested CPU/GPU combinations for Fivem, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 with AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1714 out of 3005 combos, placing it in the 43rd percentile of all tested systems. This mid-table ranking reflects the GPU’s mid-range positioning (59th percentile among all GPUs) combined with the CPU’s slightly above-average standing (73rd percentile among all CPUs). The rank suggests that while this combo is not a top-tier performer in Fivem, it outperforms a significant portion of tested systems, particularly those with older or lower-end graphics cards.

The CPU’s benchmark performance relative to its nearest rivals provides context for its contribution. The Ryzen 5 5500’s average score of 19593 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (19617, 0.1% higher) and the Intel Core i5-12500 (19668, 0.4% higher). This indicates that the CPU is not a weak link in the combo, as its processing power is competitive with newer and higher-tier options. The GPU’s nearest rival comparison shows the RX 9060 is closely matched with the RTX 3060 Ti (0.7% lower) and significantly ahead of the RX 7700 (1% higher), suggesting that the GPU’s in-game performance is representative of its synthetic benchmarks.

The rank of 1714 out of 3005 means that roughly 43% of tested combos perform worse than this system in Fivem, while 57% perform better. This is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows strong 1080p performance but weakness at higher resolutions. Combos with higher-ranked GPUs (such as those with 16 GB VRAM or wider memory buses) would likely achieve better 4K results, while combos with lower-ranked CPUs but similar GPUs might see reduced 1080p frame rates due to CPU bottlenecks. The combo’s rank reflects a balanced pairing where the CPU and GPU are well-matched for 1080p but jointly insufficient for 4K Ultra.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 175 FPS, which is the highest measured result in the entire dataset. Medium settings average 138 FPS, with a minimum of 117 FPS and maximum of 159 FPS, indicating consistent frame delivery. High settings drop to 111 FPS average, while Ultra settings still manage 86 FPS. All 1080p presets exceed the 60 FPS threshold, and even the most demanding Ultra preset maintains a comfortable margin above 80 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance becomes more selective. Low settings achieve 115 FPS average, which remains excellent for 1440p gaming. Medium settings produce 91 FPS average, with a minimum of 77 FPS and maximum of 105 FPS, providing a smooth experience with minor frame dips. High settings fall to 73 FPS average, which is still playable but approaches the edge of consistency. Ultra settings drop to 56 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS target but not unplayable in less demanding scenes.

At 3840x2160, only the Low preset delivers acceptable performance with 64 FPS average. Medium settings average 50 FPS, with a minimum of 43 FPS and maximum of 58 FPS, indicating noticeable stutter during intense multiplayer moments. High settings fall to 40 FPS average, and Ultra settings collapse to 31 FPS average. The 4K results clearly show that this combo is not designed for native 4K gaming, as even the lowest settings struggle to maintain 60 FPS consistently.

The Medium preset provides the most complete data with minimum and maximum FPS values at all three resolutions. At 1080p, the range is 117-159 FPS (average 138), at 1440p the range is 77-105 FPS (average 91), and at 4K the range is 43-58 FPS (average 50). This data reveals that frame time variance increases with resolution, as the gap between minimum and maximum FPS grows from 42 FPS at 1080p to 15 FPS at 4K (in absolute terms, though proportionally similar). The minimum FPS figures are critical for multiplayer games like Fivem, where player-driven events can cause sudden frame drops.

Settings Recommendations

For 1920x1080 displays, the Ultra preset is the recommended choice, as the 86 FPS average provides a smooth experience while maximizing visual quality. The Ryzen 5 5500 and RX 9060 have more than enough headroom at 1080p, so there is no reason to sacrifice settings. If the user prioritizes maximum frame rates for competitive play, the High preset at 111 FPS offers a balanced trade-off, while Low at 175 FPS is excessive for most displays and only recommended for esports-level refresh rates.

For 2560x1440 displays, the Medium preset (91 FPS average) is the optimal balance of visual fidelity and performance. The minimum of 77 FPS ensures that even the busiest multiplayer moments remain fluid. The High preset at 73 FPS is acceptable for less demanding scenes but may dip below 60 FPS during heavy player activity. The Ultra preset at 56 FPS is not recommended, as the sub-60 FPS average will be noticeable in a multiplayer environment.

For 3840x2160 displays, the Low preset at 64 FPS is the only viable option, and even then, users should expect occasional drops during intense gameplay. The Medium preset at 50 FPS is borderline playable but will suffer from visible stuttering. High and Ultra presets at 40 FPS and 31 FPS respectively are not recommended, as they fall well below the playability threshold. Users with 4K displays should either accept Low settings or consider that this hardware is not suited for 4K gaming in Fivem.

The data suggests that the optimal experience for this combo is 1080p Ultra, where the system delivers 86 FPS with maximum visual settings. For users with 1440p monitors, 1440p Medium (91 FPS) offers the best frame rate-to-quality ratio. The combination of the Ryzen 5 5500’s strong single-thread performance and the RX 9060’s adequate 1080p compute makes this a solid 1080p gaming system, but it falls short of being a 4K-capable setup in Fivem’s multiplayer environment.