Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 combination delivers a mid-range experience in Fivem, with the data showing a clear dependency on resolution and settings. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 part with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz, provides a solid foundation for the game's multiplayer workloads. Its 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support contribute to its responsiveness, though the game's performance ceiling is often dictated by the graphics card. The RX 6600, with its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth, is the primary driver of frame rates, and the measured results show how its capabilities scale across different presets.

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

The Ryzen 5 8400F is built on the Zen 4 architecture, fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it is a mainstream desktop processor that handles modern game threading well. Its base clock of 4.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz are high enough to avoid becoming a bottleneck in Fivem, especially when compared to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks. The data shows the CPU's raw multi-threaded capability is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20851, and a single-core score of 2943. These figures position it well above many older processors, and the 3DMark max threads score of 6165 further underscores its capacity for parallel workloads.

In Fivem, which is a multiplayer modification for a sandbox game, the CPU handles game logic, physics, and the positions of numerous other players. The 8400F's 12 threads are sufficient for these tasks, as evidenced by the fact that at 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 147.4 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is not the limiting factor at lower graphical loads. However, as resolution and settings increase, the load shifts to the GPU. The CPU's performance percentile of 82 places it in the upper tier of all processors, and its average benchmark score of 25064 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25057 with a deltaPct of 0. This indicates that while the 8400F is a modern chip, its overall compute performance is comparable to that older flagship, meaning it won't provide a massive advantage in CPU-bound scenarios. The 65W TDP and unlocked multiplier also suggest it is an efficient and flexible part for a gaming system.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 91.6. This is a solid, playable frame rate for most users, showing that the combo handles the game well without needing to drop to lower presets.

Q: How much faster is the 1080p Low preset compared to the 4K Ultra preset?

A: The 1080p Low preset achieves an average of 147.4 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset only reaches 23.5 FPS. This represents a massive performance gap, with the 1080p Low setting being over six times faster, highlighting the extreme GPU load at 4K Ultra.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60 FPS?

A: At 1440p, the High preset delivers an average of 61.7 FPS, and the Medium preset delivers 74.7 FPS. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience, 1440p High is the recommended ceiling, while 1080p High offers a more comfortable margin with 91.6 FPS.

Q: How does this combo's performance rank against all tested combinations?

A: In Fivem, this combination of the Ryzen 5 8400F and RX 6600 ranks 1459 out of 1792 tested combos. This places it in the lower half of the database, indicating that while it can play the game, many other hardware pairings offer higher performance.

Q: What is the CPU's benchmark score relative to its closest rival?

A: The Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25064, which is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25057 with a deltaPct of 0. This means there is no measurable performance difference between them in synthetic tests.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking among all graphics cards?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6600 holds a percentile rank of 69, meaning it performs better than 69% of all GPUs in the database. This indicates it is a capable mid-range card, but not a high-end performer.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data across resolutions and presets provides a clear picture of the optimal settings for this combination. At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 147.4 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play or high refresh rate monitors. The Medium preset drops to 117.9 FPS, still very smooth, while High sits at 91.6 FPS, which remains highly playable. The Ultra preset falls to 70.6 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold but begins to show the GPU's limitations. For a balanced experience, the High preset at 1080p is the best choice, offering a high frame rate without sacrificing too much visual quality.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance drops are more pronounced. The Low preset averages 93.7 FPS, which is excellent, but the Medium preset at 74.7 FPS and High at 61.7 FPS are also viable. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS is below the ideal 60 FPS mark and should be avoided for a smooth experience. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overburdened. The Low preset manages 51.6 FPS, the Medium preset drops to 39.6 FPS, High to 34.7 FPS, and Ultra to a stuttery 23.5 FPS. The data suggests that 4K is not a practical resolution for this combo, and users should stick to 1080p or 1440p. The best experience per the measured rows is achieved at 1080p High, which delivers a strong 91.6 FPS average while maintaining a good level of visual fidelity, striking the optimal balance for this hardware.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 6600 holds a rank of 1459 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the lower 18.6% percentile of all tested systems, indicating that it is a below-average performer relative to the broader database. This ranking reflects the GPU's mid-range status, as the RX 6600 has a percentile rank of 69 among all GPUs, but the CPU's strong performance is not enough to compensate for the graphics card's limitations in this specific game. The combo's average FPS across all presets is dragged down by the very low scores at 4K, which are below 52 FPS even on Low settings.

When compared to its nearest rivals, the CPU's performance is a non-factor. The 8400F is tied with the Ryzen 7 2700X in average score (25064 vs 25057), and the GPU is similarly matched with the AMD Radeon 890M (25235 vs 25246). This means the combo's rank is largely determined by the GPU's ability to render the game, and the data shows that the RX 6600 is simply not powerful enough for high-resolution gaming in Fivem. The rank of 1459 is a direct result of the GPU's struggle at 4K, where it fails to maintain playable frame rates. For users with this hardware, the system is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming, where it can achieve acceptable performance, but it is not a high-end combination by any measure.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep performance drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p High, the average FPS is 91.6. At 1440p High, this drops to 61.7, a reduction of 32.6%. At 4K High, the average falls to 34.7, which is a further 43.8% reduction from 1440p. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering load increases exponentially with pixel count. The RX 6600's 8 GB of memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient to handle the demands of 4K, leading to severe performance degradation.

The data also shows that the gap between settings widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low (147.4 FPS) and Ultra (70.6 FPS) is 76.8 FPS. At 4K, the difference between Low (51.6 FPS) and Ultra (23.5 FPS) is only 28.1 FPS. This indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing settings to Low cannot provide a high frame rate. The limiting component is clearly the GPU, as the CPU's performance is consistent across resolutions. The 8400F's high single-thread score of 2943 in Cinebench R23 ensures it can keep up with the game's logic, but the RX 6600 is the bottleneck at 1440p and above. The data suggests that for this combo, 1080p is the sweet spot, while 1440p is the maximum viable resolution for 60 FPS gaming, and 4K should be avoided entirely.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact average FPS values measured for each resolution and settings combination.

1920x1080:

• Low: 147.4 FPS
• Medium: 117.9 FPS
• High: 91.6 FPS
• Ultra: 70.6 FPS

2560x1440:

• Low: 93.7 FPS
• Medium: 74.7 FPS
• High: 61.7 FPS
• Ultra: 47 FPS

3840x2160:

• Low: 51.6 FPS
• Medium: 39.6 FPS
• High: 34.7 FPS
• Ultra: 23.5 FPS

At 1080p, the combo provides a wide range of playable frame rates, from the very high 147.4 FPS on Low to the still-smooth 70.6 FPS on Ultra. This makes 1080p the most versatile resolution for this hardware, allowing users to choose between maximum performance and maximum visual quality. At 1440p, the performance is more constrained, with only the Low preset exceeding 90 FPS, while the High preset just barely clears 60 FPS at 61.7. The Ultra preset at 47 FPS is not ideal for smooth gameplay. At 4K, no preset achieves a 60 FPS average, with the best case being Low at 51.6 FPS. This confirms that the RX 6600 is not suitable for 4K gaming in Fivem, and users should stick to lower resolutions to get a satisfactory experience.