Fivem

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER presents a classic mid-range pairing for Fivem, a game known for its demanding multiplayer environments. The measured data reveals a system that is capable at standard resolutions but struggles to maintain smooth gameplay at 4K. This analysis breaks down the performance metrics to explain exactly where the bottleneck lies and what users can expect from this combination.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and clearly indicates a GPU-limited scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the combo produces 79.9 FPS, but at 1440p that figure falls to 50 FPS, and at 4K it plummets to 28.2 FPS. This represents a 64.7% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K, which is a heavy hit. The pattern is consistent across all settings, but the most telling evidence comes from the Low preset. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 123.8 FPS, yet at 4K Low it drops to 47 FPS. That is a 62% decrease, showing that even when the graphical load is reduced, the pixel count at 4K overwhelms the GTX 1660 SUPER.

The scaling behavior suggests that Fivem is highly sensitive to resolution with this hardware. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is substantial but manageable, while the jump to 4K pushes the GPU past its comfort zone. At 4K, even the Medium preset yields only 35.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to a barely playable 20.1 FPS. This indicates that the limiting component at higher resolutions is unequivocally the GPU. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not the primary constraint when resolution increases; rather, the GTX 1660 SUPER’s 6 GB of VRAM and 192-bit memory bus are struggling to keep up with the pixel throughput demands of 4K. For users targeting 1440p, the data shows a viable experience, but 4K is not realistic for smooth play.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is built on the Turing architecture with a base clock of 1530 MHz and a boost clock of 1785 MHz. Its memory configuration includes 6 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. These specifications directly correlate with the observed performance. The GPU’s compute capability is rated at 5.027 TFLOPS for FP32, and its pixel rate is 85.68 GPixel/s. In Fivem, the data shows that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining frame rates, especially as resolution increases.

At 1080p, the GPU manages to produce respectable numbers. The Low preset hits 123.8 FPS, which indicates that the card has enough raw power to handle the game’s lighter loads. However, when the settings are pushed to Ultra, the frame rate drops to 58.1 FPS. This is a 53% reduction from Low to Ultra at the same resolution, highlighting how the GPU’s shading units (1408) and ROPs (48) are taxed by higher visual fidelity. The 6 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K Ultra, the memory bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s becomes a limiting factor, leading to the 20.1 FPS result.

Benchmark scores place this GPU in the 55th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 14286. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 (deltaPct -0.2) and the Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics (deltaPct -0.2). These are not high-performance parts, which contextualizes the GTX 1660 SUPER as a mid-tier option. In Fivem, the GPU’s performance is exactly what the specs suggest: adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but insufficient for 4K. The boost clock of 1785 MHz provides a modest headroom, but the card’s overall architecture limits its ability to handle the extreme pixel counts of 4K resolution.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a Zen 3 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz, boosting up to 4.60 GHz. This CPU has a 65 W TDP and supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus. In Fivem, the CPU’s role is less about raw frame rate generation and more about maintaining stability in multiplayer scenarios. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system reaches 123.8 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s upper limit for this game, but the GPU is not the bottleneck at this setting.

Benchmark results for the Ryzen 7 5700X are strong. It scores 22620 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3193 in single-core. Its multi-threaded performance is reflected in a Passmark multithread score of 26612. The CPU’s percentile ranking is 83, meaning it outperforms most CPUs on the market. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11900KF (deltaPct 0.1) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X (deltaPct -0.2), which shows it is competitive with newer offerings.

In Fivem, the CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for the game’s logic and physics calculations. The data indicates that at 1080p High, the frame rate is 79.9 FPS, and at 1080p Medium it is 99.4 FPS. These numbers suggest that the CPU is not the primary limiter at these settings; the GPU is. However, at 4K, the CPU’s load decreases relative to the GPU, and the frame rates drop primarily due to GPU limitations. The Ryzen 7 5700X’s boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides good single-threaded performance, which is beneficial for Fivem’s server-side processing. Overall, the CPU is a capable partner that does not hold back the GPU in this pairing, except potentially in very low-resolution, high-frame-rate scenarios where the CPU’s single-thread speed could be a factor.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system performs as follows: Low settings yield 123.8 FPS, Medium yields 99.4 FPS, High yields 79.9 FPS, and Ultra yields 58.1 FPS. This shows a smooth progression, with a 53% drop from Low to Ultra. At 2560x1440, the numbers are: Low at 81 FPS, Medium at 63.7 FPS, High at 50 FPS, and Ultra at 37.8 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is approximately 35% across settings, which is a significant but not unexpected reduction.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes marginal: Low at 47 FPS, Medium at 35.7 FPS, High at 28.2 FPS, and Ultra at 20.1 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 57%, which mirrors the 1080p scaling but at a much lower absolute level. The data shows that 4K is not a viable resolution for this combo, as even Low settings fail to maintain 60 FPS. For users seeking smooth gameplay, 1080p is the sweet spot, with 1440p being acceptable on Medium or High settings. The 1440p High result of 50 FPS is playable but not ideal for competitive multiplayer, while 1080p High at 79.9 FPS offers a better balance.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Fivem, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER ranks 1581 out of 1792 combinations. This places it in the lower 12th percentile of all tested setups. The ranking indicates that while the CPU is a strong performer (83rd percentile), the GPU’s lower position (55th percentile) drags the overall combo down. The combo’s rank suggests that most other tested configurations deliver better frame rates in Fivem.

The deltaPct values for the CPU’s rivals are all within 0.2% of its average score, meaning the Ryzen 7 5700X is closely matched with the Intel Core i9-11900KF and AMD Ryzen 5 7600X. However, the GPU’s rivals, such as the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (deltaPct -0.7), are also similar in performance. This means the combo’s rank is not due to a weak CPU but rather the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions. The data confirms that this is a balanced mid-range pairing that performs well at 1080p but is outclassed by combos with more powerful GPUs.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1080p is the best choice. At 1080p High, the system achieves 79.9 FPS, and at Low it hits 123.8 FPS. 1440p is playable on Medium (63.7 FPS) but 4K is not recommended, as even Low settings only reach 47 FPS.

Q: How much of a performance drop is there from 1080p to 4K?

A: The drop is significant. With High settings, the frame rate falls from 79.9 FPS at 1080p to 28.2 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 64.7%. This indicates a strong GPU bottleneck at 4K.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The GPU is the primary limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions. The CPU has a strong 83rd percentile ranking, but the GPU’s 55th percentile ranking limits performance. At 1080p Low, the CPU may be near its limit, but at 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p gaming?

A: Yes, but with compromises. At 1440p Medium, the system produces 63.7 FPS, and at High it drops to 50 FPS. These are playable but not ideal for competitive play. Lowering to Low settings yields 81 FPS.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals in benchmarks?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 14286. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT, has a deltaPct of -0.7, meaning the GTX 1660 SUPER is slightly ahead. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 is 0.2% behind, showing these cards are very close in raw performance.

Q: What is the expected frame rate at 1080p Ultra settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1080p Ultra is 58.1 FPS. This is close to the 60 FPS target but may experience dips in heavy multiplayer scenes. For a smoother experience, High settings at 79.9 FPS are recommended.