Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification framework built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a demanding workload that scales significantly with resolution and graphical presets. When paired with the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and AMD Radeon RX 6600, the benchmark results paint a clear picture of a system that excels at 1080p, remains capable at 1440p, and struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K. The measured FPS data indicates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, while the CPU's 8-core and 16-thread configuration provides a solid foundation for the game's simulation and networking overhead.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic and consistent drop in average frame rates across all settings, revealing the RX 6600's architectural limits at higher pixel counts. At the High preset, the system delivers 92.2 FPS at 1080p, which falls to 62.1 FPS at 1440p—a reduction of roughly 32%—and then plummets to 35.7 FPS at 4K, representing a 61% decline from the 1080p baseline. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, as the number of pixels quadruples from 1080p to 4K, demanding exponentially more fill rate and memory bandwidth than the 224.0 GB/s GDDR6 interface can provide.

The Low preset shows the most pronounced scaling effect, with frame rates dropping from 144.8 FPS at 1080p to 97.4 FPS at 1440p, then to 55.1 FPS at 4K. The 4K result at Low settings is still higher than the 4K Ultra result of 25.0 FPS, indicating that even at minimal graphics quality, the GPU is the bottleneck. The gap between Medium and High settings narrows as resolution increases: at 1080p, the difference is 20.9 FPS (113.1 vs 92.2), but at 4K, it shrinks to just 4.1 FPS (39.8 vs 35.7). This convergence suggests that at 4K, the GPU is saturated regardless of modest settings changes, and only dropping to Low provides meaningful headroom.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested CPU-GPU combinations for Fivem, this pairing holds the 1452nd position out of 1792 total combos, placing it in the lower 19% of all configurations. This ranking might seem modest given the respectable 1080p results, but it reflects the fact that Fivem is highly sensitive to both CPU and GPU performance, and the RX 6600's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus limit its ability to compete with higher-tier cards at stricter settings. The combo's percentile placement is more favorable than its raw rank suggests, as many of the 1792 combos include far more powerful and expensive hardware.

The CPU itself, the Ryzen 7 5700, sits at the 84th percentile among all tested processors, with an average benchmark score of 27220. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-9900K, scores 27043, a mere 0.7% difference, indicating that the Ryzen 7 5700 provides near-flagship-level CPU performance from the previous generation. The GPU, meanwhile, ranks at the 69th percentile among all graphics cards, with an average score of 25235. Its closest competitor, the AMD Radeon 890M, matches it exactly at 25246 (0% delta), while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti trails by 0.5%. This combination of a high-percentile CPU with a mid-range GPU explains why the combo ranks lower than the CPU's percentile alone would suggest—the GPU holds back the overall result in demanding games like Fivem.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 features 8 cores and 16 threads, built on the Zen 3 architecture with a 7 nm process from TSMC. Its base clock of 3.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz provide strong single-thread performance, which is critical for Fivem's server-side simulation and player interactions. The CPU's benchmark results support this: a 3DMark single-thread score of 901 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2916 indicate robust per-core capability. Multi-threaded performance is equally impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20655 and a Passmark multithread score of 24303, allowing the CPU to handle background tasks, voice chat, and streaming overlays without impacting frame rates.

The 16 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth provide adequate data throughput for game assets. The CPU's 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier (with a launch MSRP of $179) make it an efficient and flexible choice. In Fivem specifically, the CPU's role becomes more pronounced at lower resolutions and settings, where the GPU is less stressed. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 144.8 FPS, suggesting the CPU can feed the GPU quickly enough to approach typical monitor refresh rates. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 6628 indicates that even when all threads are active, the CPU maintains strong performance, which is beneficial for Fivem's complex multiplayer environments with many dynamic entities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers playable frame rates across all presets. The Low setting achieves 144.8 FPS, Medium hits 113.1 FPS, High reaches 92.2 FPS, and Ultra drops to 70.3 FPS. The step from Low to Medium costs 31.7 FPS, while the step from High to Ultra costs 21.9 FPS, showing diminishing returns as settings increase. For competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset is the only option that consistently exceeds 144 FPS, while Medium and High remain smooth for 60-120 Hz displays.

At 2560x1440, performance remains respectable but the GPU begins to show strain. Low produces 97.4 FPS, Medium 74.3 FPS, High 62.1 FPS, and Ultra 46.2 FPS. The jump from 1080p to 1440p costs between 24-27% of frame rate depending on the preset, which is expected given the 78% increase in pixel count. Ultra at 1440p drops below the 60 FPS threshold, making it less ideal for smooth gameplay, while High hovers just above that mark.

At 3840x2160, the results are largely unplayable for fast-paced multiplayer action. Low manages 55.1 FPS, Medium 39.8 FPS, High 35.7 FPS, and Ultra falls to 25.0 FPS. Only the Low preset approaches playability, and even then, the frame rate is below the 60 FPS standard. The RX 6600's 8 GB GDDR6 memory and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K rendering in Fivem, which features dense urban environments and numerous texture-heavy assets. The 35.7 FPS at High and 39.8 FPS at Medium are barely usable for single-player exploration but would be problematic in competitive multiplayer scenarios.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Fivem?

A: The data clearly shows 1920x1080 as the optimal resolution, with all presets delivering above 70 FPS. At 2560x1440, only Low through High settings maintain 60+ FPS, while 3840x2160 fails to reach 60 FPS even at Low settings.

Q: Can this system run Fivem at Ultra settings smoothly?

A: At 1080p Ultra, the system achieves 70.3 FPS, which is smooth for most players. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 46.2 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 25.0 FPS, making Ultra settings impractical at higher resolutions.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 scores 27220 on average, which is 0.7% above the Intel Core i9-9900K (27043) and 0.8% above both the Intel Core i7-12700H and Intel Core i7-1370P (27006 and 26991 respectively). It also leads the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 by 1.2% (26909).

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck for this CPU in Fivem?

A: Yes, the benchmark data indicates the RX 6600 (69th percentile) is the limiting factor compared to the Ryzen 7 5700 (84th percentile). The frame rate drops from 144.8 FPS at 1080p Low to 25.0 FPS at 4K Ultra, demonstrating that the GPU's performance ceiling is reached well before the CPU's.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 62.1 FPS, which is adequate for a 60 Hz monitor but leaves little headroom for frame rate dips during intense multiplayer moments.

Q: Does the Low preset provide a significant advantage over Medium?

A: Yes, the jump from Low to Medium costs 31.7 FPS at 1080p (144.8 to 113.1), 23.1 FPS at 1440p (97.4 to 74.3), and 15.3 FPS at 4K (55.1 to 39.8). This makes Low a viable option for maximizing frame rates in competitive play.

Settings Recommendations

For players prioritizing smooth performance over visual fidelity, the Low preset at 1920x1080 is the clear choice, delivering 144.8 FPS—the highest measured result in the dataset. This setting is ideal for competitive multiplayer scenarios where reaction time matters more than graphical detail. The Medium preset at 1080p (113.1 FPS) offers a balanced compromise, providing noticeably better visuals while still maintaining frame rates well above the 60 FPS threshold, making it suitable for most mainstream monitors.

For those with 1440p displays, the Medium preset at 74.3 FPS offers the best balance of quality and smoothness, while High at 62.1 FPS remains acceptable for slower-paced gameplay. The Ultra preset at 1440p (46.2 FPS) should be avoided unless visual fidelity is prioritized over gameplay responsiveness. At 4K, the data suggests sticking to Low settings (55.1 FPS), as all other presets fall below 40 FPS, which will likely feel sluggish in Fivem's dynamic multiplayer environment. The 55.1 FPS at 4K Low is the only configuration at that resolution that approaches playability, albeit with significant graphical compromises.