Fivem

# Fivem Performance Analysis: AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650

This combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 ranks 2887 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the lower quartile of all configurations. The data reveals a system that can deliver playable frame rates at 1080p with reduced settings, but struggles at higher resolutions. The CPU sits at the 85th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks at just the 40th percentile, indicating a significant bottleneck where the graphics card limits overall performance in this multiplayer title.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Vermeer, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, featuring a substantial 96 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 512 KB of L2 cache per core and 64 KB of L1 cache per core. This cache configuration is particularly relevant for Fivem, as multiplayer games often involve frequent data access patterns that benefit from large on-die caches. The processor supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, which is adequate for feeding the 6 cores in gaming workloads.

The CPU's benchmark scores provide context for its performance ceiling. In single-threaded tests, it scores 2941 on Passmark, while its multithreaded score reaches 20363. The integer math score of 60033 and floating-point math score of 34511 indicate strong computational throughput for a 6-core part. The processor achieves an average benchmark score of 37018, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. When compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 5500X3D sits within a tight performance band: it is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (score 36945) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (score 36938), while trailing the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (score 37093) by 0.2% and the Intel Core i9-12900T (score 37112) by 0.3%. These negligible deltas mean that in CPU-bound scenarios, this processor effectively matches its direct competitors.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is significant because multiplayer games typically have a single primary simulation thread that handles game logic and player interactions. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D's single-thread score of 2941 suggests it can handle this workload adequately, but the measured FPS data indicates that at lower resolutions and settings, the system still fails to reach high frame rates. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 76 FPS average, which is the highest recorded across all tested configurations. This suggests that even at the lowest settings, the CPU is not the primary limiting factor; rather, the GPU's capabilities cap performance. The 96 MB L3 cache helps maintain consistent performance in Fivem's open-world environment, where streaming assets and entity data benefit from reduced memory latency.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is built on the Turing architecture (TU117 chip) using TSMC's 12 nm process, featuring 896 shading units, 56 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. It operates at a base clock of 1485 MHz with a boost clock of 1665 MHz, paired with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 128.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The GPU's memory clock runs at 2001 MHz (8 Gbps effective). This modest memory configuration is a critical constraint in Fivem, which is a modification-heavy multiplayer platform that often requires substantial texture memory for custom assets and player models.

The GTX 1650's benchmark results place it at the 40th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 7472. Its Passmark G3D score of 7880 and DirectX 11 score of 58 indicate moderate DirectX performance, while its DirectX 12 score of 35 shows weaker performance in modern APIs. The GPU achieves 2.984 TFLOPS of FP32 compute performance, which is limited for demanding titles. When compared to its nearest rivals, the GTX 1650 is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Radeon HD 8850M (score 7447) and 0.4% ahead of the Intel UHD Graphics 750 (score 7441), 0.6% ahead of the AMD Radeon R7 350 (score 7425), but 1% behind the Intel Arc A310 (score 7550). These comparisons show that the GTX 1650 sits at the bottom of the current graphics landscape, barely outpacing integrated graphics solutions in some cases.

The GPU's 4 GB VRAM is the most significant limitation in Fivem. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases, performance drops precipitously. At 1080p Ultra, the system averages only 37 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it falls to 14 FPS. The GPU's 128.1 GB/s memory bandwidth and 53.28 GPixel/s pixel rate are insufficient for high-resolution rendering in a game with numerous dynamic objects and player-created content. The GTX 1650's DirectX 12 score of 35 is particularly concerning, as Fivem can leverage DirectX 12 features for improved performance, but the GPU's architecture lacks the dedicated ray tracing cores and tensor cores found in newer NVIDIA parts.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 1080p with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 76, and at Medium settings it averages 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS. However, at High settings the average drops to 48 FPS, and at Ultra it falls to 37 FPS, which may feel less smooth in fast-paced multiplayer scenarios.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500X3D compare to its closest CPU rivals?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37018, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945) and Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36938), and 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093) and 0.3% lower than the Intel Core i9-12900T (37112). These differences are essentially negligible for gaming performance.

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combo for consistent 60 FPS?

A: The only configuration that achieves 60 FPS or higher is 1080p Low, which averages 76 FPS. The 1080p Medium setting averages exactly 60 FPS, but the minimum FPS recorded is 51, meaning there will be occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is the 4 GB VRAM on the GTX 1650 sufficient for Fivem?

A: The benchmark data suggests that 4 GB VRAM is limiting at higher resolutions. At 1440p High, the average FPS drops to 32, and at 4K High it falls to 18. The GTX 1650's 128.1 GB/s memory bandwidth and 4 GB capacity are likely overwhelmed by Fivem's texture-heavy content at resolutions above 1080p.

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

A: This combination ranks 2887 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the bottom 4% of all systems. This low ranking is primarily due to the GTX 1650's 40th percentile GPU score, which significantly bottlenecks the 85th percentile CPU.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the Low preset averages 76 FPS, while Ultra averages 37 FPS — a difference of 39 FPS. The Medium preset averages 60 FPS, and High averages 48 FPS. This shows that each settings tier costs roughly 10-12 FPS on average at this resolution.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy of playable configurations. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers the best balance between visual quality and performance, averaging 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 FPS. This means the game will stay within a playable range for most of the time, though occasional dips below 60 FPS may occur during intense multiplayer moments. The Medium preset at 1080p represents the sweet spot for this hardware combination, as it maintains smooth gameplay while providing acceptable visual fidelity.

For players who prioritize consistent frame rates over visual quality, the Low preset at 1080p delivers the highest average FPS of 76, which provides headroom for frame drops in busy areas. This is the only tested configuration that exceeds 70 FPS, making it the recommended choice for competitive play where responsiveness matters more than graphical details. The High preset at 1080p, averaging 48 FPS, may be acceptable for less demanding scenarios but risks noticeable stuttering during action sequences.

At 1440p, all settings fail to achieve 60 FPS. The Low preset averages 50 FPS, Medium averages 40 FPS (with a minimum of 34 FPS), High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 25 FPS. None of these configurations provide a consistently smooth experience, but Low at 1440p is the only viable option if resolution is a priority. At 4K, the system is not suitable for playable frame rates, with even Low settings averaging only 28 FPS. The data indicates that 1080p Medium or Low are the only settings that deliver acceptable performance, and users should avoid Ultra settings entirely, as they provide diminishing visual returns while nearly halving frame rates compared to Medium.

How This Combo Ranks

This combination of AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 ranks 2887 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the bottom 4% of all configurations. This low ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's performance ceiling. The Ryzen 5 5500X3D's 85th percentile CPU ranking indicates strong processing power, but the GTX 1650's 40th percentile GPU ranking severely limits the system's overall gaming capability. The CPU's nearest rivals — the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, Intel Core Ultra 5 225, and Intel Core i9-12900T — all fall within 0.3% of the 5500X3D's benchmark score, meaning that swapping to any of these processors would not meaningfully change Fivem performance.

The GPU's nearest rivals — the AMD Radeon HD 8850M, Intel UHD Graphics 750, AMD Radeon R7 350, and Intel Arc A310 — are all comparably weak, with the GTX 1650 performing within 1% of each. This places the GTX 1650 in a performance tier that is barely above integrated graphics solutions, explaining why the combo ranks so low. The measured FPS data confirms this: even at 1080p Low, the system only manages 76 FPS, which is modest for a dedicated GPU. The ranking of 2887 out of 3005 suggests that this combo is only able to outperform systems with weaker GPUs or severely CPU-limited configurations, and it will struggle to maintain competitive frame rates in Fivem's demanding multiplayer environments.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance across all tested settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 76 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo. The Medium preset averages 60 FPS, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS, providing a playable experience with minor dips. The High preset averages 48 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 37 FPS. These results show a consistent drop of approximately 12 FPS for each settings tier increase at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, performance declines significantly. The Low preset averages 50 FPS, which is playable but below the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset averages 40 FPS, with a minimum of 34 FPS and a maximum of 45 FPS, indicating noticeable frame drops during demanding scenes. The High preset averages 32 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 25 FPS. None of the 1440p configurations provide a smooth experience, with even Low settings falling short of standard refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the system is not viable for Fivem. The Low preset averages 28 FPS, the Medium preset averages 22 FPS (with a minimum of 19 FPS and a maximum of 25 FPS), the High preset averages 18 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 14 FPS. These frame rates are below playable thresholds for a multiplayer game, where quick reactions are essential. The data shows a clear trend: each resolution step up from 1080p to 1440p to 4K roughly halves the frame rate at equivalent settings, demonstrating the GTX 1650's inability to handle higher pixel counts. The Medium preset at 1080p provides the most balanced experience, while 4K Ultra at 14 FPS represents the worst-case scenario for this hardware combination.