Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination delivers a distinct performance profile in Fivem, a multiplayer title from 2017. The data shows a configuration that is heavily influenced by both CPU threading and GPU load, with results that scale predictably across resolutions and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to explain the role of each component and the optimal ways to run the game.

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. Its 16 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 memory support give it a solid foundation for gaming workloads. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 20,851 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,943 in single-core, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 25,064 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, which scores 25,057, showing a 0% performance delta between the two.

In the context of Fivem, which is a multiplayer modification that often demands strong single-thread performance for game logic and physics, the 8400F’s single-core capabilities are crucial. The measured FPS data indicates that at lower resolutions, such as 1920x1080, the CPU has a significant influence. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 243.5 FPS, but this drops to 119.7 FPS at Ultra settings. This 123.8 FPS swing suggests that while the CPU can push very high frame rates, the increased settings place more load on the processor, potentially due to more complex world interactions and entity calculations typical of multiplayer servers.

The CPU’s threading capability also matters. With 12 threads, it can handle the multiple background tasks of a multiplayer environment, such as network processing and asset streaming, without bottlenecking the main game thread. The data shows that the processor’s performance is consistent, with its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, scoring 24,993, a mere 0.3% difference. This indicates that the 8400F is well-matched to the demands of Fivem, providing enough headroom to maintain playable frame rates, though it is not the absolute fastest option available.

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

Examining the measured FPS rows, the choice of settings depends heavily on the target resolution and desired smoothness. At 1920x1080, all presets deliver playable frame rates, but the Medium preset at 193.8 FPS offers a strong balance. It is significantly ahead of High at 151.6 FPS and Ultra at 119.7 FPS, yet it remains visually superior to Low at 243.5 FPS. For players with high refresh rate monitors, Medium is the recommended starting point, as it provides a substantial frame rate buffer to avoid drops during intense multiplayer scenes.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset again stands out with 127.4 FPS. This is comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold and offers a smoother experience than High at 99.6 FPS. The Ultra preset at 79.2 FPS is still playable but begins to show the strain on the system, making it less ideal for fast-paced action. Low at 160.1 FPS is the highest performer, but the visual compromise is often unnecessary given the solid performance of Medium.

At 3840x2160, the situation changes. No preset achieves a locked 60 FPS. The High preset at 54.4 FPS is the closest, followed by Medium at 67.8 FPS, which actually exceeds High in this instance. This is an anomaly in the data, as Medium outperforms High at 4K. Low at 86.8 FPS is the only preset that feels smooth, while Ultra at 42.1 FPS is below the playable threshold for many users. For 4K, the Low preset is the recommended choice to maintain responsiveness, as the visual uplift from higher presets does not justify the significant frame rate cost.

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

The FPS scaling across resolutions reveals a clear shift in the bottleneck. From 1920x1080 to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale in a pattern that suggests a balanced load. For example, at High settings, the FPS drops from 151.6 at 1080p to 99.6 at 1440p, a 34.3% reduction. This is a typical scaling curve where both CPU and GPU are working harder. However, the transition from 1440p to 3840x2160 shows a more dramatic drop. At High settings, the FPS falls from 99.6 to 54.4, a 45.4% reduction.

This steeper decline at 4K indicates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor. The Radeon RX 9070, with its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus, is capable, but the pixel throughput demand of 4K is substantial. The data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting component, as the FPS differences between settings are large (e.g., 243.5 FPS at Low vs. 119.7 FPS at Ultra). This suggests the CPU cannot keep up with the GPU’s output at lower resolutions, capping frame rates. Conversely, at 4K, the GPU is saturated, and the FPS differences between settings become less about CPU headroom and more about GPU rendering load, as seen with the High preset at 54.4 FPS and Ultra at 42.1 FPS. The limiting component is thus resolution-dependent: CPU-bound at 1080p, transitioning to GPU-bound at 4K.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combo to maintain a high refresh rate?

A: At 1920x1080, all settings presets exceed 100 FPS, with the Low preset reaching 243.5 FPS. At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 160.1 FPS, and the Medium preset hits 127.4 FPS. For 4K, only the Low preset at 86.8 FPS approaches high refresh rates, so 1080p or 1440p is preferable for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has an average benchmark score of 25,064, which is effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X at 25,057, a 0% delta. It is also 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, which scores 24,993.

Q: Is the GPU’s memory capacity a concern for Fivem at high settings?

A: The Radeon RX 9070 has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 644.6 GB/s bandwidth. The measured FPS data shows that at 4K Ultra, the system still produces 42.1 FPS, indicating that memory capacity is not a limiting factor at these settings, as the frame rates are more constrained by processing power.

Q: Which settings preset shows an unexpected performance result?

A: At 3840x2160, the Medium preset achieves 67.8 FPS, which is higher than the High preset’s 54.4 FPS. This is an unusual inversion where lower settings yield better performance than a higher preset, likely due to specific rendering paths in the game.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of this GPU among all GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is in the 79th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 34,780. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA A2, which scores 34,866, a 0.2% difference.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the multiplier is unlocked, allowing for manual overclocking. The processor has a 65 W TDP and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, which can potentially be increased with adequate cooling.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is a high-end GPU based on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, featuring 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 2520 MHz, with a game clock of 2070 MHz. The GPU has 3,584 shading units and 128 ROPs, giving it a pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s and an FP32 performance of 36.13 TFLOPS. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 25,381 in Passmark G3D and is in the 79th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 34,780 places it just 0.2% behind the NVIDIA A2, which scores 34,866.

In Fivem, the GPU’s role is most evident at higher resolutions. The data shows that at 4K, the frame rates drop significantly, indicating the GPU is working at its limits. The 16 GB VRAM is ample for the game, as no VRAM-related stutters would be expected, but the compute load is what drives the FPS down. At 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized, as the CPU becomes the bottleneck. However, at 4K, the GPU’s rendering capabilities are the deciding factor. The RX 9070’s performance relative to its rivals, such as the AMD Radeon HD 7970 which scores 34,541 (a 0.7% delta), suggests it is a capable card, but it still struggles to maintain high FPS at 4K in Fivem. The GPU’s role is thus to provide high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, while being the limiting factor at 4K.

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

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of performance. At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields 243.5 FPS, Medium yields 193.8 FPS, High yields 151.6 FPS, and Ultra yields 119.7 FPS. This shows a linear progression, with each step down in settings providing roughly a 25-30% increase in FPS. The system is clearly CPU-bound at this resolution, as the GPU has headroom to render more frames but is capped by the processor.

At 2560x1440, the FPS figures are 160.1 for Low, 127.4 for Medium, 99.6 for High, and 79.2 for Ultra. The scaling from Low to Medium is a 32.7 FPS drop, while from Medium to High it is a 27.8 FPS drop. This indicates a more balanced load between CPU and GPU, with the GPU starting to exert more influence. The Ultra preset at 79.2 FPS is still above 60 FPS, making it a viable option for standard monitors.

At 3840x2160, the data shows 86.8 FPS for Low, 67.8 FPS for Medium, 54.4 FPS for High, and 42.1 FPS for Ultra. The performance drop from Low to Medium is 19 FPS, from Medium to High is 13.4 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 12.3 FPS. The inversion where Medium outperforms High is notable, suggesting that the High preset introduces specific effects that are disproportionately expensive at 4K. The system is clearly GPU-bound here, as the frame rates are limited by the rendering workload. The combo rank in game is 610 out of 1,792 combinations, placing it in the top third of tested configurations.