Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination lands at rank 337 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the top 9% of all configurations. This is a strong result that outperforms the vast majority of systems, though the pairing is notably unbalanced. The RTX 4080 is the dominant component, and the data suggests it is doing most of the heavy lifting, with the Ryzen 5 5500 acting as a capable but secondary partner. This is a system that can deliver very high frame rates, but the CPU becomes a limiting factor at lower resolutions, where the performance gap between settings narrows significantly.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 337 out of 3707 tested combinations places it in the 91st percentile of all systems tested for this game. This is a top-tier result, but it is important to contextualize it. The RTX 4080 GPU itself sits in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, while the Ryzen 5 5500 CPU only reaches the 73rd percentile of all CPUs. The performance disparity between the two components is clear; the GPU is the primary driver of this high ranking.

The average benchmark score for the RTX 4080 is 54,247, which puts it just 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER (average score 54,209) and 1.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (average score 54,828). It is 2.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (average score 55,698) and 2.7% ahead of the AMD Radeon 8060S (average score 55,757). These are tight margins, indicating the RTX 4080 is within a few percentage points of its closest competitors.

On the CPU side, the Ryzen 5 5500's average benchmark score is 19,593. This places it 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (average score 19,617) and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-12500 (average score 19,668). It is 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700F (average score 19,499) and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-11600KF (average score 19,723). The CPU's overall performance is solid for its class, but it is not in the same league as the GPU in terms of relative standing among its peers.

In Fivem specifically, the data shows that this combo is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions and more CPU-bound at 1080p. The rank reflects a system that is excellent for high-resolution gaming but leaves performance on the table at lower settings. The 337th rank confirms the GPU's power, but the CPU prevents this from being a truly top-tier combination.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture (Codenamed Cezanne), manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The CPU has 16 MB of L3 cache, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 64 KB of L1 cache per core. It supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a theoretical memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The CPU is unlocked for overclocking and uses the AMD Socket AM4.

This processor's performance in Fivem is best understood by looking at its multi-threaded and single-threaded scores. In Cinebench R23, it scores 16,429 in the multi-core test and 2,319 in the single-core test. The single-thread score is particularly relevant for a game like Fivem, which often relies on a few strong cores. A single-thread score of 2,319 in Cinebench R23 is respectable, but it is not exceptional when paired with the RTX 4080.

The 3DMark scores show a scaling pattern from 2 threads (1,645) to 4 threads (3,151) to 8 threads (4,593) and finally to 16 threads (5,386). The scaling from 8 to 16 threads is minimal (4593 to 5386), indicating that the CPU's performance does not improve significantly beyond 8 threads. This is typical for a 6-core/12-thread chip, but it means that the CPU's multi-threaded performance is not its strongest asset.

In the context of Fivem, the CPU's role becomes clear when examining the FPS data. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 270 FPS, while at 1080p Ultra, it drops to 163 FPS. This 107 FPS drop is the largest of any resolution, suggesting that the CPU is not able to feed the GPU fast enough at lower settings. The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 5,386 and its passmark multi-thread score of 19,330 are decent, but they are not high enough to fully utilize the RTX 4080 at lower resolutions. The CPU is the bottleneck at 1080p, while the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance rank of this CPU and GPU combo in Fivem?

A: The combination ranks 337th out of 3707 tested combos, placing it in the top 9% of all systems tested for this game.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54,247, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER (54,209), 1.1% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54,828), 2.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55,698), and 2.7% higher than the AMD Radeon 8060S (55,757).

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500 has an average benchmark score of 19,593, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (19,617), 0.4% lower than the Intel Core i5-12500 (19,668), 0.5% higher than the Intel Core i7-10700F (19,499), and 0.7% lower than the Intel Core i5-11600KF (19,723).

Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 270 at 1920x1080 with Low settings menu.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS recorded is 60 at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Is this combo more CPU-limited or GPU-limited in Fivem?

A: The data indicates the system is CPU-limited at 1080p and GPU-limited at 4K. The FPS drop from 1080p Low (270 FPS) to 4K Low (122 FPS) is 148 FPS, while the drop from 1080p Ultra (163 FPS) to 4K Ultra (60 FPS) is 103 FPS, showing that the CPU bottleneck is more pronounced at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how this combo performs across different resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 270 at Low settings to 163 at Ultra settings. The Medium setting achieves 248 FPS with a minimum of 210 and a maximum of 285. The High setting delivers 210 FPS. This shows that even at the most demanding 1080p settings, the combo remains well above 144 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down as expected. Low settings yield 219 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 107 FPS. The Medium setting produces 173 FPS (min 147, max 199), and High settings deliver 138 FPS. These numbers are still very high, and the combo is capable of driving a 1440p monitor at high refresh rates even on High settings.

At 3840x2160, the performance is more moderate. Low settings produce 122 FPS, Medium settings drop to 96 FPS (min 82, max 110), and High settings yield 77 FPS. Ultra settings only manage 60 FPS. This indicates that while 4K is playable, the user must be selective with settings to maintain a smooth experience. The 60 FPS at 4K Ultra is the minimum average across all tested configurations.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the combo excels at 1080p and 1440p, delivering high frame rates across all settings. At 4K, it is still capable, but the user must compromise on settings to achieve higher frame rates.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling data reveals critical insights into the balance of this system. From 1080p to 4K, the FPS drops are significant but vary by settings. At Low settings, the FPS decreases from 270 at 1080p to 219 at 1440p (a drop of 51 FPS or 18.9%) and then to 122 at 4K (a further drop of 97 FPS or 44.3%). This steep decline indicates that the GPU is being pushed harder at higher resolutions, but the CPU is also becoming a limiting factor at 1080p.

At Ultra settings, the FPS decreases from 163 at 1080p to 107 at 1440p (a drop of 56 FPS or 34.4%) and then to 60 at 4K (a further drop of 47 FPS or 43.9%). The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is larger on Ultra (34.4%) than on Low (18.9%), suggesting that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher settings. However, the absolute FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is larger on Low (148 FPS) than on Ultra (103 FPS).

This pattern suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is holding back the GPU, preventing it from reaching its full potential. As the resolution increases, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the FPS scales more proportionally with the resolution's pixel count. The data shows that the 1080p Low result of 270 FPS is likely CPU-limited, as the GPU is capable of much higher frame rates. The 4K Ultra result of 60 FPS is clearly GPU-limited, as the CPU has less of an impact at this resolution. The system is best balanced at 1440p, where neither component is severely bottlenecked.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows provide a clear basis for settings recommendations. For users with a 1080p monitor, the High settings preset (210 FPS) offers an excellent balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset (248 FPS) is also a strong choice for those prioritizing frame rates, but High is recommended for a better visual experience while still maintaining a very high frame rate. The Ultra preset (163 FPS) is playable but does not offer a significant visual improvement over High to justify the 47 FPS loss.

For 1440p users, the High settings preset (138 FPS) is the best recommendation. It offers a smooth experience on high-refresh-rate monitors while providing good visual fidelity. The Medium preset (173 FPS) is also viable for those who want maximum smoothness, but the High preset is the sweet spot. The Ultra preset (107 FPS) is acceptable but may feel less fluid to users with 144 Hz monitors.

For 4K users, the Medium settings preset (96 FPS) is the best choice for a balanced experience. It delivers a playable frame rate with a minimum of 82 FPS, which is acceptable for most users. The Low preset (122 FPS) offers higher performance but with a significant loss in visual quality. The High preset (77 FPS) is playable but may be too low for some users. The Ultra preset (60 FPS) is only recommended for users who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate and do not mind the lower performance.

In summary, the High settings preset is recommended for 1080p and 1440p, while the Medium preset is the best choice for 4K. This combination allows users to maximize their visual experience without dropping below acceptable frame rates. The data shows that the combo is capable of delivering a high-quality gaming experience across all resolutions, with the right settings choices.