Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 pairing delivers a solid, if not spectacular, experience in Fivem. The data shows a combination that is clearly capable of high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K with higher visual settings. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, contextualizes it against rival hardware, and provides practical guidance for optimizing your settings.

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

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, built on a 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. This configuration is a modern mid-range workhorse, and its benchmark scores reflect a strong balance between single-thread agility and multi-threaded capability. In synthetic tests, the CPU achieves a single-thread score of 951 in 3DMark and a multi-thread score of 6165 at max threads, indicating robust per-core performance that is often critical for game logic and physics in a multiplayer environment like Fivem.

The CPU's overall benchmark average is 25005, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. This is a strong showing, and the nearest rivals confirm its position. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F scores nearly identically with an average of 24964, a mere 0.2% behind, while the Intel Core i7-11850H and i7-13620H are 0.3% and 0.4% ahead, respectively. The only rival that edges it out by a noticeable margin is the AMD EPYC 9474F, which is 0.4% faster. This suggests that the 8400F is performance-tiered directly with these mainstream and mobile high-end chips, offering no significant advantage or disadvantage in raw compute.

For Fivem, which is a multiplayer modification for a large open-world game, the CPU's role is significant. The game's simulation, entity management, and networking can heavily tax multiple threads. The 12 threads of the 8400F provide ample headroom for these tasks. The data indicates that at 1080p, the low settings preset yields 175 FPS, which is substantially higher than the GPU-bound high settings at 111 FPS. This performance gap suggests the CPU can easily feed the GPU at lower resolutions, and it is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck in most scenarios, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU load increases. The strong single-thread performance, evidenced by the 951 score in 3dmark_single_thread, is also crucial for maintaining consistent frame pacing in a game where server-side scripts can cause frame hitches.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is a mid-range graphics card built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, featuring 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. It operates with a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. Its memory runs at 2250 MHz, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. This configuration is designed for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and the Fivem results align with this positioning.

The GPU's benchmark scores show its relative standing. It achieves a Passmark G3D score of 17631 and an average benchmark score of 16014, placing it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals are very tightly clustered. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is a near-exact match, with the RX 9060 being 0.7% faster. The AMD Radeon R9 370X and RX 7700 are 1% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5500 is 2.1% slower. This places the RX 9060 in a competitive bracket, suggesting it trades blows with previous-generation mid-range cards.

In Fivem, the GPU's performance is the defining factor at higher resolutions. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p at most settings, but the data suggests it may become a limiting factor at 4K Ultra, where the average frame rate drops to 31 FPS. The GPU's raw compute power, 21.43 TFLOPS FP32, is adequate for the game's rendering demands, but the high-resolution textures and effects present in Fivem can push the card to its limits. The data shows that from 1080p Low (175 FPS) to 4K Low (64 FPS), there is a significant drop, indicating that even on low settings, the resolution scaling heavily taxes the GPU. This is a classic sign of a GPU that is strong for its class but not a high-end solution for 4K gaming.

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 performance degradation as resolution increases, which is critical for understanding where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p, the system is highly capable. The Low preset achieves a very high 175 FPS, Medium 138 FPS, High 111 FPS, and Ultra 86 FPS. This demonstrates that at 1080p, the system has significant headroom, and the CPU is likely the primary driver of performance, as the frame rates scale well with settings.

Moving to 1440p, we see a substantial drop in frame rates, indicating an increasing GPU load. The Low preset drops to 115 FPS, Medium to 91 FPS, High to 73 FPS, and Ultra to 56 FPS. The percentage drops from 1080p are roughly 34% for Low, 34% for Medium, 34% for High, and 35% for Ultra. This consistent drop across all settings strongly suggests that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor, as the load is scaling with the number of pixels.

At 4K (3840x2160), the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. The Low preset yields 64 FPS, Medium 50 FPS, High 40 FPS, and Ultra 31 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic: 63% for Low, 64% for Medium, 64% for High, and 64% for Ultra. This uniform scaling indicates a pure GPU-bound scenario where the CPU has ample headroom, and the rendering workload is overwhelming the RX 9060. The 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are likely contributing factors, as the higher resolutions require more memory bandwidth and capacity. For a smooth 60 FPS experience at 4K, the data suggests that only the Low preset is viable, and even then, it is close to the limit. This analysis confirms that while the CPU is a solid partner, the GPU's capabilities are the definitive constraint for high-resolution gaming in Fivem.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve high refresh rates?

A: The data clearly shows that 1080p is the sweet spot. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 175 FPS, and even the Ultra preset reaches 86 FPS. At 1440p, the Ultra preset drops to 56 FPS, which is less ideal for high-refresh monitors.

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

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. The measured results at 3840x2160 show an average of 64 FPS on Low settings, 50 FPS on Medium, 40 FPS on High, and 31 FPS on Ultra. For a consistently smooth experience, 4K gaming is only viable on the Low preset.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is positioned right in the middle of its tier. The benchmark data shows it is 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, 0.3% faster than the Intel Core i7-11850H, 0.4% faster than the Intel Core i7-13620H, and only 0.4% slower than the AMD EPYC 9474F.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The Radeon RX 9060 is a direct competitor to the RTX 3060 Ti. The average benchmark scores show the RX 9060 is 0.7% faster, making them effectively equivalent in raw performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor. The frame rate drops consistently from 1080p across all settings, indicating that the rendering load is scaling with resolution and overwhelming the graphics card, while the CPU likely has more headroom to spare.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded in the data?

A: The minimum FPS data is only provided for the Medium settings preset. At 1920x1080 Medium, the minimum FPS is 117, at 2560x1440 Medium it is 77, and at 3840x2160 Medium it is 43.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9060 is ranked 1714 out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the 43rd percentile of all tested systems, meaning it outperforms more than 4 out of every 10 combinations in the database. This is a mid-pack ranking, which aligns with the individual component scores: the CPU is in the 77th percentile, while the GPU is in the 59th percentile. The overall system performance is dragged down by the GPU's mid-range standing.

This rank indicates that while this is a competent pairing, it is not a top-tier performer. Many other combinations, likely with higher-end GPUs, will achieve significantly better frame rates, particularly at higher resolutions. The ranking suggests that if you are building a system for Fivem, this combo will provide a good 1080p experience, but you will need to make compromises at 1440p and especially at 4K. It is a balanced system where the CPU is slightly more capable than the GPU, meaning the GPU is the component that will likely hold back performance in more demanding scenarios. For a user with a 1080p monitor, this is a strong pairing, but for those targeting higher resolutions, it sits in the middle of the pack.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings largely depend on your target resolution and frame rate preference. The data shows a clear trade-off between visual fidelity and performance.

For 1080p gaming, the system offers a wide range of options. If you have a high-refresh-rate monitor (144Hz or higher), the Medium preset is an excellent choice, delivering an average of 138 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS. This provides a smooth and responsive experience while maintaining a good level of visual quality. The High preset is also viable, with an average of 111 FPS, which is still very playable. For the best visual experience, the Ultra preset achieves 86 FPS, which is acceptable for a 60Hz display but not ideal for competitive play.

For 1440p gaming, the GPU load increases significantly. The Medium preset is the best balance, providing an average of 91 FPS with a minimum of 77 FPS. This is a solid experience for most players. The High preset drops to 73 FPS, which is still playable but may be less smooth on high-refresh displays. The Ultra preset at 56 FPS is the maximum visual quality but is best reserved for slower-paced gameplay. For a competitive edge, the Low preset offers 115 FPS, ensuring maximum frame rates.

For 4K gaming, the system is heavily GPU-bound. The only preset that maintains a consistently playable frame rate is Low, with an average of 64 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 50 FPS, which is borderline playable but may feel sluggish. The High and Ultra presets are not recommended for a smooth experience, with averages of 40 and 31 FPS, respectively. If you are gaming at 4K, stick to the Low preset for a playable experience, or consider lowering your resolution to 1440p for a better visual and performance balance. In summary, for the best all-around experience, the Medium preset at 1080p or 1440p offers the ideal combination of frame rate and visual quality.