Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer modification that stresses both CPU and GPU, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX delivers a performance profile that is heavily dependent on the graphics preset and resolution you select. The measured data shows a wide spread of frame rates, ranging from a highly playable 70 FPS at 4K High settings to a blistering 304 FPS at 1080p Low settings, indicating that this hardware has the headroom to prioritize visual fidelity or competitive frame rates depending on your needs.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process node. With a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, its single-thread performance is a key asset for Fivem, which often relies on a few heavily loaded threads for game logic and entity processing in multiplayer environments. The data shows a strong Passmark single-thread score of 4691, which is critical for maintaining high frame rates when many players and vehicles are in close proximity.

The processor's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 cache per core help reduce latency when accessing frequently used data, which is beneficial for the complex scripting and asset streaming that Fivem is known for. While the game does scale with more cores, the 8-core/16-thread configuration ensures that background tasks and server communication do not starve the primary game threads. In the measured results, the CPU is clearly not the bottleneck at lower resolutions and settings, as the frame rates scale dramatically from 4K to 1080p, indicating that the GPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 9700F's average benchmark score of 69996 places it in a tight competitive group. It sits 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and 0.7% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, while being 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-14700KF. These small percentage differences mean that in real-world gaming, the choice between these CPUs is unlikely to produce a noticeable difference in frame rates, and the 9700F's efficiency and architecture are its primary selling points. The processor's 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier indicate it is designed for easy integration and potential overclocking, though the benchmark results show it is already performing at a high level out of the box.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of 3005 tested hardware combinations for Fivem, this specific pairing of the Ryzen 7 9700F and Radeon RX 7900 XTX achieves a rank of 360. This places it in the top 12% of all tracked configurations, which is a strong result, but it also highlights that there are more powerful combinations available for those seeking absolute maximum performance. The ranking suggests that while this combo is well above average, it is not the absolute fastest, and users with top-tier enthusiast parts will see higher frame rates, particularly at 4K resolution.

The rank of 360 is a compromise between the CPU's strong single-threaded capabilities and the GPU's high raw compute power. At 1080p and 1440p, this combo is likely closer to the top of the charts due to the CPU's ability to feed frames quickly. However, at 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, and the overall rank may be pulled down by other combos that pair the 7900 XTX with a faster processor. The data indicates that the combo's performance is well-balanced, but not perfectly optimized for every resolution, which is an important consideration for users who play at a fixed resolution.

The percentile ranking of the CPU itself is 94, meaning it outperforms 94% of all CPUs in the database. This high percentile is reflected in the Fivem results, where the CPU is able to maintain high minimum frame rates in the scenarios where data is available. For example, at 1440p Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 134, which is a strong indicator of smooth gameplay even in busy scenes. This combination of a high CPU percentile and a decent overall combo rank suggests that the system is well-suited for multiplayer gaming where frame time consistency is crucial.

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

The measured data provides clear guidance on which settings preset to choose based on your target resolution and desired performance. For 4K gaming, the High preset offers the best balance, delivering an average of 70 FPS. This is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth play, and the step up to Ultra drops the average to 54 FPS, which may be noticeable in fast-paced scenarios. The Medium preset at 4K provides 88 FPS, but the High preset offers a better visual experience for only a 18 FPS cost, making it the recommended choice for 4K.

At 1440p, the High preset is again the sweet spot, with an average of 126 FPS. This is ample for high-refresh-rate monitors, and the Ultra preset drops to 98 FPS, which is still playable but loses the headroom for smoother motion. For competitive play at 1440p, the Low preset at 200 FPS is the clear winner, but for most users, High provides an excellent balance of visuals and performance. The Medium preset at 1440p, with an average of 158 FPS and a minimum of 134 FPS, is also a strong choice if you want to ensure no dips below 130 FPS.

At 1080p, the data shows that the Low preset is the performance king, hitting 304 FPS, which is ideal for 240Hz or 360Hz monitors. However, the High preset still delivers a very respectable 192 FPS, which is more than enough for most high-refresh-rate displays. The Ultra preset at 1080p drops to 149 FPS, which is still smooth, but the jump from High to Ultra is not worth the 43 FPS loss for most users. The Medium preset at 240 FPS is a good middle ground if you want to max out a 240Hz monitor with slightly better visuals than Low.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best preset for a smooth 4K experience with this combo?

A: The High preset at 3840x2160 provides an average of 70 FPS, which is the recommended choice for 4K. The Ultra preset drops to 54 FPS, which is below the ideal smoothness threshold for many players.

Q: How does this combo perform at 1080p for high-refresh-rate gaming?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 304 FPS, making it suitable for the fastest monitors. The High preset still delivers 192 FPS, which is excellent for most high-refresh-rate displays.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more of a bottleneck at 1440p?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 1440p, as the frame rates scale significantly with settings, from 200 FPS on Low to 98 FPS on Ultra. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 4691 is sufficient to keep up with the GPU at this resolution.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest minimum FPS recorded in the measured data is 134 FPS, which occurs at 2560x1440 with Medium settings. This indicates that even in demanding scenes, the combo maintains a high floor.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested configurations for Fivem?

A: The combo is ranked 360 out of 3005 total tested combinations, placing it in the top 12% of all systems in the database.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The highest average FPS is 304, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This shows the combo's ability to deliver extreme frame rates when visual fidelity is reduced.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is a high-end graphics card with 24 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing a massive 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory capacity is more than sufficient for Fivem, which is known for its large custom assets and high-resolution textures, ensuring that the GPU does not run out of VRAM even at 4K Ultra settings. The card's boost clock of 2498 MHz and game clock of 2365 MHz, based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, provide substantial compute power, with an FP32 rating of 61.39 TFLOPS.

The GPU's performance in Fivem is directly tied to the settings preset. At 4K, the data shows a clear progression: Low settings yield 111 FPS, Medium 88 FPS, High 70 FPS, and Ultra 54 FPS. This scaling indicates that the GPU is heavily utilized, and the drop from High to Ultra is particularly steep, suggesting that the Ultra preset applies effects that are disproportionately expensive. The card's 96 ray tracing cores are not directly relevant to Fivem, which does not heavily use ray tracing, but the raw rasterization power is what drives the high frame rates.

The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 31238 is a strong indicator of its overall capability, and its percentile rank of 64 shows it is a well-above-average card. However, the nearest rivals listed in the data are not direct competitors in terms of expected performance, with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB having a similar average score. This is likely a quirk of the benchmark database, as the 7900 XTX's actual gaming performance is far superior to these older cards. The GPU's 355 W TDP and suggested 750 W PSU indicate it is a power-hungry component, but the performance it delivers in Fivem justifies this for users seeking high frame rates.

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

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are as follows: the Low preset averages 111 FPS, the Medium preset averages 88 FPS with a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 101 FPS, the High preset averages 70 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 54 FPS. This data shows that 4K gaming is viable on this combo, but the Ultra preset will push the system to its limits. The Medium preset provides the only recorded minimum and maximum values at this resolution, indicating a stable performance range.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance improves significantly. The Low preset averages 200 FPS, the Medium preset averages 158 FPS with a minimum of 134 FPS and a maximum of 181 FPS, the High preset averages 126 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 98 FPS. This resolution is the sweet spot for high-refresh-rate monitors, as even the High preset comfortably exceeds 120 FPS. The Medium preset's data shows a tight window between minimum and maximum, suggesting good frame pacing.

At 1920x1080, the combo truly shines. The Low preset averages 304 FPS, the Medium preset averages 240 FPS with a minimum of 204 FPS and a maximum of 276 FPS, the High preset averages 192 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 149 FPS. These numbers demonstrate that the system is capable of driving the fastest available monitors at 1080p, with the Low preset being the only option for those seeking to break the 300 FPS barrier. The Medium preset's minimum of 204 FPS ensures that even in the most chaotic multiplayer moments, the frame rate stays above 200 FPS.