Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer title, and the data for the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 shows a system that is heavily constrained by the CPU at lower resolutions, but which shifts to a more balanced, and ultimately GPU-bound, state at 4K. The measured frame rates reveal that while the RTX 5090 is capable of delivering high performance, the older Zen 2 processor limits the full potential of this combination in many scenarios. This pairing ranks 124th out of 1792 tested combos, placing it in the top 7% of all configurations, a strong result that is nonetheless defined by its bottlenecks.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is the clearest indicator of where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 234.6 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 206.1 FPS, a reduction of approximately 12%. When pushing all the way to 4K Low, the average falls to 141.9 FPS, which is a substantial 39% decrease from the 1080p figure. This large drop when resolution increases suggests that the graphics card is beginning to take on more work, but the relatively modest gain from 1440p to 1080p indicates the CPU is holding the system back at the lower resolution.

The pattern becomes even more telling when examining the Ultra preset. At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 178 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 120.6 FPS, a 32% reduction. However, the jump to 4K Ultra yields only 66.3 FPS, a further 45% decrease from 1440p. This steep decline at 4K Ultra confirms that the RTX 5090 is finally becoming the limiting factor, as the demands of rendering at that resolution and quality level overwhelm the processor's ability to feed the GPU. The data shows a system that scales poorly with resolution on lower presets, but scales more predictably when the GPU is fully saturated at higher settings.

At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is only 56.6 FPS (234.6 vs 178). At 4K, that same difference balloons to 75.6 FPS (141.9 vs 66.3). This widening gap indicates that the GPU has more headroom to be impacted by settings changes at higher resolutions, whereas at 1080p, the CPU is the primary constraint regardless of the visual quality chosen.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is an exceptionally powerful graphics card, equipped with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing a massive 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock of 2407 MHz and 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 compute make it a top-tier part in any system. In this configuration, the GPU's role is often secondary to the CPU, particularly at 1080p and 1440p, where its immense power is not fully utilized.

The measured data supports this interpretation. At 1080p High, the system hits 198 FPS, which is respectable but far from the card's potential. The fact that the RTX 5090 sits in the 94th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 84306, shows its raw capability. Yet, the frame rates in Fivem do not reflect that dominance at lower resolutions. The GPU is being underutilized, waiting for the processor to send it more instructions.

However, at 4K, the GPU's role becomes dominant. The 4K Ultra result of 66.3 FPS shows the card being pushed hard, and the 4K Low result of 141.9 FPS demonstrates that even with reduced settings, the resolution itself is a heavy burden. The memory bandwidth and 32 GB capacity become crucial here, ensuring that the card can handle the large textures and data sets required at 4K without running out of memory or becoming bandwidth-starved. This is a case where the GPU's high specifications are necessary to achieve playable frame rates at the highest resolution, even if they are not fully exploited at lower ones.

FAQ

Q: What is the best frame rate this combination can achieve in Fivem?

A: The highest measured average frame rate is 234.6 FPS, which occurs at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there when moving from 1440p to 4K on High settings?

A: At 2560x1440 High, the average FPS is 158.5. At 3840x2160 High, it drops to 89.6. This represents a decrease of approximately 43%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more of a limiting factor at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the primary limiter at 1080p. The difference between Low (234.6 FPS) and Ultra (178 FPS) is relatively small, indicating that the processor cannot feed the GPU fast enough to see major gains from lowering the resolution.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate recorded for this system?

A: The lowest average frame rate is 66.3 FPS, measured at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does this combination rank against all other tested systems in Fivem?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination ranks 124th out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem.

Q: Does lowering settings from Ultra to Low provide a larger benefit at 1080p or 4K?

A: Lowering from Ultra to Low provides a larger absolute benefit at 4K, where the gap is 75.6 FPS (141.9 vs 66.3). At 1080p, the same change yields a 56.6 FPS improvement (234.6 vs 178).

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware, this pairing is a strong performer. With a rank of 124 out of 1792 combos, the Ryzen 7 3700X and RTX 5090 sit comfortably in the top 7% of all systems tested in Fivem. This is a high placement, but it is important to contextualize it against the individual components' capabilities.

The RTX 5090 is a top-tier GPU, sitting in the 94th percentile of all graphics cards with an average benchmark score of 84306. Its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D (deltaPct 0.1) and the AMD Radeon PRO W6600 (deltaPct 1.3), show it is the best or near-best in its class. The CPU, however, is a more mid-range part, ranking in the 85th percentile with an average score of 28631. Its closest rivals, like the Intel Core i5-12600 (deltaPct -0.1) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT (deltaPct 0.1), are all very close in performance.

The combination's 124th place ranking is therefore a reflection of the CPU holding back the GPU. If the processor were more powerful, the ranking would likely be much higher. The data suggests that while this is a good system for Fivem, it is not realizing the full potential of the RTX 5090. The ranking shows that a significant number of other combinations are able to achieve higher frame rates, likely due to having more balanced processors.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a 7 nm Zen 2 processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, clocked at a base of 3.60 GHz and a boost of 4.40 GHz. It has a 32 MB L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory. With a TDP of 65 W, it is a power-efficient part, but its architecture is from 2019, making it older than the GPU it is paired with. Its benchmark scores are solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19087 and a single-core score of 2694, but these are not top-tier numbers.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is to manage the game's simulation, physics, and the complex interactions of a multiplayer environment. The data indicates that this processor is a significant bottleneck. At 1080p, the frame rates are high, but they do not scale as expected with GPU settings changes. For instance, the difference between 1080p Low (234.6 FPS) and 1080p Ultra (178 FPS) is only 56.6 FPS, showing that even at Low settings, the CPU is limiting the frame rate to roughly 235 FPS.

This bottleneck is also evident when comparing the CPU's performance to its rivals. The Ryzen 7 3700X has an average benchmark score of 28631, which is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-12600 (28654, deltaPct -0.1). This means it is a competent processor, but it is not in the same class as the RTX 5090. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking, while respectable, pales in comparison to the GPU's 94th percentile. The result is that the system's overall performance is capped by the CPU, preventing the GPU from ever being fully saturated at lower resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive view of the system's performance across different settings and resolutions.

At 1920x1080:

• Low: 234.6 FPS
• Medium: 217.2 FPS
• High: 198 FPS
• Ultra: 178 FPS

At 2560x1440:

• Low: 206.1 FPS
• Medium: 188.4 FPS
• High: 158.5 FPS
• Ultra: 120.6 FPS

At 3840x2160:

• Low: 141.9 FPS
• Medium: 108.1 FPS
• High: 89.6 FPS
• Ultra: 66.3 FPS

The 1080p data shows a clear CPU limitation, as the FPS only drops by 56.6 FPS from Low to Ultra. This is a small range compared to what the GPU is capable of. The 1440p results show a wider spread, with a 85.5 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, indicating that the GPU is starting to take on more work. The 4K results show the most dramatic scaling, with a 75.6 FPS difference between Low and Ultra, confirming that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution.

Notably, the system is able to maintain an average of over 60 FPS even at 4K Ultra, which is the most demanding setting tested. This shows the raw power of the RTX 5090, but it also highlights that the Ryzen 7 3700X is leaving performance on the table. The 1080p Low result of 234.6 FPS is the highest score achieved, and it is likely that a more capable CPU would push this number even higher.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the user's display resolution and refresh rate.

For 1080p users with a 144Hz or 240Hz monitor, the High preset at 198 FPS is a strong choice, offering a good balance of visual fidelity and speed. The Ultra preset at 178 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize image quality, as it remains well above 144 FPS. There is little reason to use Low or Medium settings at this resolution, as the CPU bottleneck means the frame rate gains from lowering settings are minimal, while the visual quality decrease is significant.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 158.5 FPS is the standout recommendation. It offers a high frame rate that will satisfy most high-refresh-rate monitors, while also delivering solid visuals. The Medium preset at 188.4 FPS is a better option for competitive players who want the highest possible frame rates, but the visual compromise is noticeable. The Ultra preset at 120.6 FPS is still playable and offers the best image quality, but it dips below the 144 FPS threshold that many gamers target.

For 4K users, the situation is more nuanced. The High preset at 89.6 FPS is the best balance for a 4K 120Hz display, providing a smooth experience with good visuals. The Medium preset at 108.1 FPS is also a strong option, offering a higher frame rate with a modest visual trade-off. The Ultra preset at 66.3 FPS is the most visually stunning, but it is only suitable for 60Hz displays. The Low preset at 141.9 FPS is not recommended, as it sacrifices too much visual quality for a frame rate that is only needed for very high refresh rate displays, which are rare at 4K. For most 4K users, High is the recommended preset, as it provides a smooth, high-quality experience.