Fivem

The benchmark data for Fivem running on the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT reveals a configuration that is profoundly GPU-limited at higher resolutions, yet increasingly CPU-bound at 1080p. The RX 9070 XT, a 4 nm RDNA 4.0 GPU with 4096 shading units and a boost clock of 2970 MHz, is a modern, high-performance graphics card. The Ryzen 7 3700X, an 8-core, 16-thread Zen 2 processor from 2019, provides a solid but aging foundation. The data shows a significant performance bottleneck shift depending on the resolution and settings, with the CPU's single-thread performance becoming the primary limiter at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K demonstrates a classic GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. At 1080p High settings, the combo delivers 164 FPS. Moving to 1440p High, the frame rate drops to 108 FPS, a reduction of 34%. At 4K High, the average is 60 FPS, which is a 63% drop from 1080p High. This steep decline is characteristic of the GPU becoming the limiting factor as pixel count increases; the RX 9070 XT is working progressively harder to fill the additional pixels.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is less severe than from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the GPU still has headroom at 1440p. The 4K High result of 60 FPS is exactly the threshold for smooth gameplay, but it suggests that the GPU is at its limit. The Ultra preset at 4K yields only 47 FPS, confirming that the RX 9070 XT cannot sustain a fluid experience at the highest settings in 4K. The gap between 1080p Low (234 FPS) and 1440p Low (171 FPS) is a 27% drop, while the gap between 1440p Low and 4K Low (95 FPS) is a 44% drop. This pattern reinforces the idea that the GPU is the primary constraint at 4K, even on Low settings.

At 1080p, the frame rates are very high, with the Low preset reaching 234 FPS and the Medium preset hitting 205 FPS. This suggests that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU enough data to achieve these high frame rates, but the scaling between Low and Ultra at 1080p is notable. The Ultra preset at 1080p delivers 127 FPS, which is 46% lower than the Low preset. This is a much larger performance gap than what is seen at 4K, where the Ultra preset (47 FPS) is 51% lower than the Low preset (95 FPS). The larger relative drop at 1080p suggests that the CPU is beginning to struggle with the increased draw calls and physics calculations that come with the Ultra preset, even though the GPU is not fully taxed. The 1080p Medium preset (205 FPS) is very close to the Low preset, indicating that the CPU can handle the Medium workload without issue, but the Ultra preset pushes it over the edge.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 7 3700X, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is a capable multi-threaded processor, but Fivem, like many multiplayer games, is heavily dependent on single-thread performance. The CPU's single-core Geekbench score of 1593 and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 204 are modest by modern standards. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13450HX, has an average benchmark score of 34333, which is 0.2% lower than the 3700X's average score of 34260. However, these synthetic benchmarks do not directly translate to Fivem performance.

The data shows that the CPU is the bottleneck at 1080p Low, where the frame rate of 234 FPS is likely limited by the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls. At 1080p Ultra, the frame rate drops to 127 FPS, a 46% reduction. This is a clear sign that the CPU is struggling with the increased complexity of the Ultra preset, which likely includes more demanding physics, AI, and object density. The CPU's 8 cores and 16 threads are not fully utilized by Fivem, which typically uses fewer threads for its main game loop. The processor's boost clock of 4.40 GHz is decent, but not exceptional for a game that favors high single-thread frequencies.

At 1440p and 4K, the CPU is less of a bottleneck. The 1440p High result of 108 FPS is a solid experience, and the 4K High result of 60 FPS is exactly where the GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU's performance is sufficient to feed the GPU at these resolutions, as evidenced by the fact that the frame rate drops are proportional to the resolution increase. The CPU's 32 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for the game's demands. The CPU's 65W TDP is low, but it is not a factor in the measured performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Fivem with this combo?

A: The best resolution is 1440p, as it provides a strong balance of visual fidelity and performance. At 1440p High, the combo averages 108 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. At 4K High, the average is exactly 60 FPS, which is acceptable but leaves no headroom for dips. 1080p offers very high frame rates but is limited by the CPU.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this game?

A: Yes, the CPU becomes a bottleneck at 1080p, especially on the Ultra preset. The 1080p Low preset achieves 234 FPS, but the Ultra preset drops to 127 FPS, a 46% reduction. This indicates that the CPU's single-thread performance is limiting the frame rate when the game's CPU workload is increased. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 3700X compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 34260, which is 0.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 (34222) and the AMD EPYC 4244P (34220). It is 0.2% lower than the Intel Core i5-13450HX (34333) and 0.5% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H (34083). These are very close scores, indicating that the 3700X is competitive with these processors in general compute tasks.

Q: What is the combo rank of the Ryzen 7 3700X and RX 9070 XT in Fivem?

A: This combo is ranked 1020 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the top 27.5% of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a capable pairing for the game.

Q: Can this combo achieve 60 FPS at 4K in Fivem?

A: Yes, it can achieve 60 FPS at 4K High settings, with an average of 60 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 75 FPS, which is also smooth. The 4K Ultra preset averages 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target, so the High preset is the recommended choice for 4K.

Q: Is the RX 9070 XT a good match for the Ryzen 7 3700X in this game?

A: The pairing is reasonable, but not perfectly balanced. The RX 9070 XT is a very powerful GPU, and the Ryzen 7 3700X cannot fully utilize it at lower resolutions. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU is the bottleneck, so the CPU is not holding it back significantly. The combo's rank of 1020 out of 3707 suggests it is a solid, if not top-tier, pairing for Fivem.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT combo is ranked 1020 out of 3707 tested combinations in Fivem. This places it in the 72.5th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms roughly 72% of other combos. This is a respectable ranking, indicating that the pairing is well-suited for the game. The rank reflects the overall performance across all tested resolutions and settings. Given that the GPU is a high-end model and the CPU is a mid-range processor from 2019, the rank reflects the GPU's ability to carry the combo at higher resolutions. The rank is not top-tier, as there are many combos with newer, higher-clocked CPUs that would perform better at 1080p, but the overall package is strong.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience with this combo, the recommended settings are 1440p High. This preset delivers an average of 108 FPS, which is comfortably above 60 FPS and provides a smooth, responsive experience. The 1440p Medium preset offers 135 FPS, which is even higher, but the visual improvement from Medium to High is substantial enough to warrant the slight performance drop. The 1440p Ultra preset averages 84 FPS, which is still smooth, but the jump from High to Ultra may not be worth the 22% performance loss for the visual gains.

For 4K gaming, the High preset is the best choice, as it delivers exactly 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K offers 75 FPS, which is smoother, but the visual quality of High is likely preferred. The Ultra preset at 4K should be avoided, as it averages 47 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. For 1080p gaming, the Medium preset is the best option, with an average of 205 FPS. The Low preset at 1080p offers 234 FPS, but the visual quality is significantly lower. The Ultra preset at 1080p averages 127 FPS, which is still smooth, but the CPU bottleneck is more pronounced at this setting.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 234 FPS average
• Medium: 205 FPS average, with a minimum of 174 FPS and a maximum of 236 FPS
• High: 164 FPS average
• Ultra: 127 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 171 FPS average
• Medium: 135 FPS average, with a minimum of 115 FPS and a maximum of 155 FPS
• High: 108 FPS average
• Ultra: 84 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 95 FPS average
• Medium: 75 FPS average, with a minimum of 64 FPS and a maximum of 86 FPS
• High: 60 FPS average
• Ultra: 47 FPS average