Fivem

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 brings six cores and twelve threads to this Fivem configuration, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. This is a Zen 3 architecture part built on TSMC's 7 nm process, and its benchmark profile shows why it handles Fivem's multiplayer workloads without becoming the primary bottleneck at most settings. In synthetic testing, the CPU posts a single-thread score of 836 in 3dmark and a max-thread score of 5411, with Cinebench R23 results of 2319 single-core and 16429 multi-core. These numbers place the processor in the 79th percentile against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20875.

The nearest rival data shows this chip is effectively tied with several competitors: it sits just 0.1% behind the Intel Core i5-12500 (avgScore 20897) and 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (avgScore 20900), while edging the AMD EPYC 7J13 by 0.1% (avgScore 20845) and the Intel Core i5-12600T by 0.2% (avgScore 20917). This clustering means the Ryzen 5 5500's processing muscle is well within the expected range for modern mid-range desktop parts. For Fivem specifically, the game's heavy server-side scripting and entity streaming benefit from the CPU's twelve threads, but the data shows that even at 1080p with Low settings, where the CPU would be most stressed, the average FPS reaches 190.3 — indicating the processor has headroom to spare.

The 16 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for feeding the game's world data. At higher resolutions and settings, the CPU's influence diminishes as the GPU takes over the rendering load, which the resolution scaling data confirms. The 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier suggest this is a thermally modest part that can sustain boost clocks during extended sessions, though the measured FPS data does not directly capture clock behavior under load.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is the graphics driver in this pairing, featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its Ada Lovelace architecture runs at a base clock of 1830 MHz and a boost clock of 2460 MHz, with memory clocked at 2125 MHz (17 Gbps effective). The GPU's benchmark results show a PassMark G3D score of 19545 and a PassMark GPU compute score of 9213, placing it in the 66th percentile against all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 23181.

The nearest rival comparison reveals tight competition: the RTX 4060 trails the AMD Radeon RX 6600M by 0.6% (avgScore 23321) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti by 0.7% (avgScore 23338), while leading the Intel Arc B580 by 0.7% (avgScore 23021) and the AMD Radeon 760M by 0.8% (avgScore 22999). This positions the RTX 4060 as a solid mainstream performer, but Fivem's frame rate data suggests the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher settings and resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K Ultra the average FPS drops to 34.2, indicating memory bandwidth or capacity constraints begin to bite.

The GPU's 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, and 48 render output units provide the raw throughput for Fivem's open-world rendering. The 115 W TDP and dual-slot design keep thermals manageable, but the measured FPS data shows that at 4K High the card delivers just 44.3 FPS average, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players target. The RTX 4060's performance profile in this game is clearly resolution-dependent, with the 1080p results showing far more headroom than 4K.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of scaling across resolutions, with the CPU becoming less relevant and the GPU taking over as the bottleneck as pixel count increases. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 190.3 FPS average, which drops to 126.9 FPS at 1440p Low (a 33.3% reduction) and further to 71.3 FPS at 4K Low (a 62.5% reduction from 1080p). This steep decline at Low settings — where the CPU has less work to do — indicates the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints as resolution climbs.

At High settings, the scaling is even more pronounced: 119.7 FPS at 1080p falls to 75.7 FPS at 1440p (a 36.8% drop) and then to 44.3 FPS at 4K (a 63.0% drop from 1080p). The consistent ~37% drop from 1080p to 1440p across Low, Medium, and High settings suggests the GPU is scaling predictably with pixel count, while the larger drop to 4K reflects the exponential increase in rendering load. The Ultra preset shows the steepest curve: 94.1 FPS at 1080p, 58.7 FPS at 1440p (37.6% drop), and 34.2 FPS at 4K (63.6% drop).

This data indicates that at 1080p, the CPU still has influence — the difference between Low and Ultra is 96.2 FPS (190.3 vs 94.1), which is a larger gap than at 4K where the same comparison yields only 37.1 FPS (71.3 vs 34.2). At 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even dropping from Ultra to Low only recovers 37.1 FPS, confirming the RTX 4060 is the dominant limiting factor at that resolution. For players wanting high refresh rates, 1080p is clearly the sweet spot, while 1440p remains playable at Medium and High settings.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This particular pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 996th out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the 44.4th percentile of all configurations. This mid-pack ranking reflects a balanced but not exceptional setup — the CPU is a solid mid-ranger while the GPU is a capable mainstream card, and together they produce playable frame rates at most settings but do not dominate the leaderboard.

The rank position suggests that many other combinations outperform this pairing, likely due to stronger GPUs or CPUs that reduce bottlenecking. However, the measured FPS data shows the combo still delivers smooth gameplay at 1080p across all settings (94.1 to 190.3 FPS) and at 1440p with Medium or lower settings (99.8 FPS and above). The 4K results are the weak point, with only Low settings approaching playability at 71.3 FPS. The rank of 996 out of 1792 means roughly 55.6% of tested combos perform better, but the gap in real-world FPS is often modest given the game's engine and typical usage patterns.

The CPU's percentile rank of 79 and GPU's percentile rank of 66 suggest the processor is relatively stronger than the graphics card within this pairing. This asymmetry means the combo's overall ranking is dragged down by the GPU, particularly at higher resolutions where the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus become limiting factors. Players seeking higher ranks would need to prioritize a more powerful GPU, though the current configuration remains viable for mainstream gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance with all settings playable. Low settings average 190.3 FPS, Medium averages 150.4 FPS, High averages 119.7 FPS, and Ultra averages 94.1 FPS. The 96.2 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p shows the CPU can feed the GPU across the entire settings range without major frame drops.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance curve steepens. Low settings average 126.9 FPS, Medium averages 99.8 FPS, High averages 75.7 FPS, and Ultra averages 58.7 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent at roughly 33-37% across settings, indicating the GPU is scaling predictably with resolution. At 1440p, Ultra dips below 60 FPS, making it marginal for smooth gameplay, while High remains playable at 75.7 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 71.3 FPS, Medium averages 51.6 FPS, High averages 44.3 FPS, and Ultra averages 34.2 FPS. Only Low settings cross the 60 FPS threshold at 4K, and even that is marginal. The 37.1 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at 4K highlights how the GPU's compute and memory limits cap the frame rate regardless of settings. The data shows a clear progression: 1080p is fully playable at all settings, 1440p requires Medium or lower for 60+ FPS, and 4K is only playable at Low.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. At 1080p, High settings at 119.7 FPS provide the best balance of visual quality and performance, as Ultra only adds marginal fidelity while dropping to 94.1 FPS. For players with 144 Hz monitors, Medium at 150.4 FPS or even Low at 190.3 FPS better utilizes the refresh rate, but High remains above 60 FPS and is visually superior.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 99.8 FPS deliver the best experience for 60-100 Hz displays, while High at 75.7 FPS is still playable and offers more visual detail. Ultra at 58.7 FPS is marginally below 60 FPS and may cause noticeable stutter on standard refresh displays, so Medium or High are the recommended presets. For 4K, only Low settings at 71.3 FPS provide a playable experience, though Medium at 51.6 FPS may be acceptable for single-player or less competitive scenarios where frame rate is less critical.

The data suggests that for most users, 1440p Medium or 1080p High offer the best performance-per-visual tradeoff. The 4K Ultra setting at 34.2 FPS is not recommended for any gameplay scenario, as the frame rate is too low for smooth motion. Similarly, 4K High at 44.3 FPS and 4K Medium at 51.6 FPS are borderline and should only be used in non-competitive modes. The clear recommendation is to prioritize frame rate over settings beyond the Medium preset at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 94.1, which is comfortably above 60 FPS and suitable for smooth gameplay on standard 60 Hz displays.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: At 3840x2160, only Low settings achieve a playable frame rate of 71.3 FPS. Medium (51.6 FPS), High (44.3 FPS), and Ultra (34.2 FPS) all fall below 60 FPS and are not recommended for competitive play.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 deliver 99.8 FPS, which is the best combination of visual quality and performance. High at 75.7 FPS is also playable, while Ultra at 58.7 FPS barely misses the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500 compare to its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-12500?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 trails the Intel Core i5-12500 by just 0.1% in average benchmark score (20875 vs 20897), making them effectively equal in processing performance.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to the Intel Arc B580?

A: The RTX 4060 leads the Intel Arc B580 by 0.7% in average benchmark score (23181 vs 23021), showing a slight advantage for the NVIDIA card.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160, Low settings average 71.3 FPS while Ultra averages 34.2 FPS, a difference of 37.1 FPS. This indicates the GPU is the limiting factor at this resolution, as settings changes have a limited impact.