Fivem

Fivem is a multiplayer modification platform that places unusual demands on a system, and this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 produces results that are heavily skewed by the CPU. The data shows a configuration capable of very high frame rates, but one where the graphics card’s immense power is not always the deciding factor. The Ryzen 7 5800X, an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the Zen 3 architecture, runs at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boosts to 4.70 GHz. Its 32 MB of L3 cache is a notable asset for a game like Fivem, which often involves large, densely populated areas. While its benchmark percentile of 84 places it above most CPUs, its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i5-12600KF and the Intel Core i7-13700H, both of which show a deltaPct of -0.8% and -0.4% respectively, indicating the 5800X is competitive but not decisively ahead in raw processing power.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Ryzen 7 5800X’s role in Fivem is central, as the game’s server-side and client-side logic often creates a bottleneck that is independent of graphical settings. With 8 cores and 16 threads, the CPU has enough parallelism to handle the background simulation of a busy multiplayer server, though its single-thread performance is equally critical. The 3dmark single-thread score of 943 and the passmark single-thread score of 3445 show solid, but not class-leading, per-core capability. This becomes evident when examining the measured FPS at 1080p, where the CPU is the primary limiter. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS is 303.2, which is exceptionally high. However, increasing the settings to Ultra only drops the average to 181.2, a significant reduction that still leaves the frame rate in a range where the CPU’s ability to feed the GPU is the main constraint. The data suggests that while the 5800X is a strong performer, its 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs means it is not the absolute fastest, and in a game like Fivem, the gap between it and the top-tier processors can directly translate to lower minimum frame rates in crowded areas, even if average FPS remains high.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is a titan of a graphics card, with 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 384-bit memory bus providing a bandwidth of 1.01 TB/s. Its boost clock of 2520 MHz and its massive 16,384 shading units give it raw compute power that is nearly unmatched. In Fivem, the GPU’s role is primarily to render the detailed world, vehicles, and character models, as well as handle the additional draw calls from server-side scripts. The 24 GB VRAM is far more than this game needs at any resolution, meaning capacity is never a concern. The benchmark results reflect this, as the GPU is capable of pushing very high frame rates even at 4K. However, the data also shows that the GPU is often waiting for the CPU. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS is 83.2, which is respectable for 4K, but the card’s potential is not fully realized. The RTX 4090’s percentile of 91 among all GPUs and its average benchmark score of 66473, which places it near the NVIDIA Tesla T4 and the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 56 in the database, confirm its high-end status, but in Fivem, its performance is capped by the processor in many scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5800X and the RTX 4090 ranks 54th out of 1792 tested combos in the Fivem database. This is a strong showing, placing it in the top 3% of all configurations tested. The rank reflects a system that delivers excellent performance, but the fact that it is not higher is telling. Given the RTX 4090 is typically the fastest consumer GPU available, the combo’s rank is likely held back by the CPU. There are 53 other combinations that outperform it, which would presumably include processors with higher single-thread scores or more cores that are better able to keep the 4090 fed. The data implies that while this is a top-tier setup, it is not the absolute pinnacle for Fivem; a newer or higher-clocked CPU would likely push this combo further up the rankings. For reference, the CPU’s nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800, has an average score that is only 0.3% lower, indicating that the non-X variant would perform nearly identically in this context.

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

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance scaling. At 1920x1080, the frame rates are extraordinarily high, with average FPS ranging from 181.2 at Ultra settings to 303.2 at Low settings. The jump between Medium and High is also notable, with 278.5 FPS at Medium and 234.3 FPS at High. This indicates that at 1080p, the CPU is the primary driver of performance, as the GPU has ample headroom. Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but begin to show more GPU influence. At Low settings, the average is 243.8 FPS, dropping to 188.5 FPS at Medium, 153.9 FPS at High, and 118.9 FPS at Ultra. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 124.9 FPS drop, which is more pronounced than at 1080p, suggesting the GPU is starting to become more of a factor. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the limiting component, as the frame rates drop significantly. The average at Low is 133.3 FPS, at Medium is 107.5 FPS, at High is 83.2 FPS, and at Ultra is 66.7 FPS. The 4K results show a classic GPU-bound scenario where the load on the graphics card increases dramatically with each preset.

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

The resolution scaling tells a clear story about which component is the bottleneck at different settings. At Low settings, the FPS drops from 303.2 at 1080p to 243.8 at 1440p, a 19.6% reduction, and then to 133.3 at 4K, a 45.3% reduction from 1440p. This is a massive drop, indicating that even at Low settings, the GPU is being heavily taxed at 4K. However, at Ultra settings, the drop from 1080p to 1440p is from 181.2 to 118.9, a 34.4% reduction, and then to 66.7 at 4K, a 43.9% reduction from 1440p. The relative consistency of the 4K drop across settings suggests that at 4K, the GPU is the primary limiter regardless of the quality preset. In contrast, the differences between 1080p and 1440p are more variable, with the Low settings showing a smaller drop than Ultra. This pattern indicates that at 1080p Low, the CPU is the main constraint, but as resolution and settings increase, the GPU’s workload grows, and it becomes the dominant factor. The data clearly shows that this combo is CPU-bound at 1080p and GPU-bound at 4K, with 1440p representing a more balanced workload.

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

Based on the measured rows, the best experience depends heavily on the target resolution and refresh rate. For a 1080p monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate, the Low preset at 303.2 FPS or the Medium preset at 278.5 FPS are both excellent choices, as they exceed the refresh rate and provide a highly responsive experience. The High preset at 234.3 FPS is also viable and offers better visual quality, but the Ultra preset at 181.2 FPS might not fully saturate a 240 Hz panel. For 1440p, the data shows that the Medium preset at 188.5 FPS is a sweet spot, offering a high frame rate that will satisfy most high-refresh-rate displays. The High preset at 153.9 FPS is also very good, providing a balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Low preset at 243.8 FPS is only useful for competitive play where every frame counts, as the visual quality will be noticeably reduced. At 4K, the situation is different. The Medium preset at 107.5 FPS is the best choice for a smooth experience on a 60 Hz or 120 Hz display, as it offers a significant visual upgrade over Low at 133.3 FPS while maintaining a playable frame rate. The High preset at 83.2 FPS is acceptable for a 60 Hz monitor, but the Ultra preset at 66.7 FPS is only recommended for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate and have a 60 Hz display. For most users, the Medium preset at 1440p provides the best combination of high frame rates and good image quality, while the Low preset at 1080p is the go-to for maximum competitive performance.