Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification framework built atop Grand Theft Auto V, presents a demanding and often inconsistent performance profile. The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti produces a playable, but ultimately constrained, experience. The data reveals a system where the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions, while the CPU's strong single-threaded performance keeps frame rates acceptable at 1080p. The overall ranking of 2588 out of 3005 tested combos underscores that this pairing is on the lower end of the performance spectrum for this title, requiring careful settings management to achieve a smooth experience.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data provides a clear directive for optimizing the Fivem experience with this hardware. At 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers the most balanced and playable experience. It achieves an average frame rate of 97 FPS, which is a significant 37 FPS higher than the High preset's 77 FPS. The minimum FPS data for Medium is 82, indicating that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate remains well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. This combination of a high average and a strong minimum makes Medium the superior choice for competitive or fast-paced play.

The High preset at 1080p, while visually superior, drops the average to 77 FPS. While playable, this leaves less headroom for the frame rate dips that are common in the densely populated areas of Fivem servers. The Ultra preset is the least viable option at this resolution, as it yields an average of only 60 FPS. This average is likely to be accompanied by sub-60 FPS dips, leading to noticeable stutter. The Low preset produces a very high average of 122 FPS, but the visual compromise is often too great for a game that relies heavily on environment readability. Therefore, Medium is the recommended starting point, offering a 61% improvement in average FPS over Ultra while maintaining acceptable visual fidelity.

Moving to 2560x1440, the situation changes due to the increased GPU load. Here, the Low preset becomes the most practical choice for maintaining high frame rates, achieving an average of 81 FPS. The Medium preset is still viable, with an average of 64 FPS and a minimum of 54 FPS. This minimum is close to the 60 FPS target, suggesting that some scenes will see noticeable slowdowns. The data indicates that the GTX 1660 Ti begins to struggle at this resolution, making High and Ultra presets less appealing. The High preset drops to 51 FPS, and Ultra plummets to 39 FPS, both of which are below the ideal range for a smooth experience. For a consistent frame rate at 1440p, Low is the only setting that provides a comfortable margin.

At 3840x2160, the hardware is clearly out of its depth. All presets produce frame rates that are below the playability threshold. The Low preset is the only one to break past 30 FPS, with an average of 45 FPS. The Medium preset averages 35 FPS, with a minimum of 30 FPS, which is on the edge of playability but will feel sluggish. The High and Ultra presets are effectively unplayable, with averages of 28 FPS and 22 FPS, respectively. The resolution scaling data confirms that the GTX 1660 Ti is the limiting factor here, and even the powerful Ryzen 7 9700F cannot compensate for the GPU's lack of raw pixel-pushing power.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset to use with this CPU and GPU combination?

A: At 1920x1080, the Medium preset is the clear winner, providing a high average of 97 FPS with a strong minimum of 82 FPS. For 2560x1440, the Low preset is recommended to maintain a smooth experience, as it is the only one to deliver an average above 60 FPS.

Q: How well does this system handle 4K resolution in Fivem?

A: It does not handle it well. At 3840x2160, even the Low preset only achieves an average of 45 FPS, and the High and Ultra presets fall to 28 FPS and 22 FPS, respectively. This makes 4K gaming with this combo an unenjoyable experience.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F a limiting factor in this game?

A: No, the data suggests it is not the primary bottleneck. The CPU has a strong single-threaded score of 4691 and is in the 94th percentile of all CPUs. The dramatic frame rate drops as resolution increases point directly to the GPU being the performance ceiling.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 Ti compare to other GPUs in its performance class?

A: The GTX 1660 Ti sits in the 41st percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon 540, which is 0.7% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100, which is 1.9% slower. This indicates it is a low-to-mid-range performer.

Q: What is the difference in performance between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. The Low preset achieves an average of 122 FPS, while the Ultra preset manages only 60 FPS. This represents a 62 FPS performance drop (a 51% decrease), which is a significant sacrifice for higher visual fidelity.

Q: According to the benchmark data, where does this specific combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti combination ranks 2588 out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the lower 14% of all systems tested, confirming that it is a lower-tier configuration for this game.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling across resolutions is a textbook example of a GPU-bound scenario. The data shows a consistent and predictable drop in frame rates as the resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the Medium settings preset, the average frame rate is 97 FPS at 1080p, drops to 64 FPS at 1440p, and then plummets to 35 FPS at 4K. This represents a 34% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 45% decrease from 1440p to 4K.

This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, at Low settings, the average frame rate goes from 122 FPS at 1080p to 81 FPS at 1440p and then to 45 FPS at 4K. The linear nature of these drops is a clear indicator that the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the component being saturated. The workload on the GPU increases with the number of pixels, and its finite processing power (5.437 TFLOPS) and memory bandwidth (288.0 GB/s) become the primary constraints.

The Ryzen 7 9700F, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is not the limiting factor in this scaling. Its high boost clock of 5.50 GHz and strong single-threaded performance (4691) are more than sufficient to feed the GPU at these frame rates. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rate would remain relatively flat as resolution increased, as the CPU would be unable to process more frames regardless of the GPU's workload. The opposite is true here, confirming that the GPU's rendering capabilities are the ceiling for performance. The data suggests that users should not expect to play this game at 4K with this hardware, and even 1440p requires significant settings compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section details the exact measured average frame rates for each resolution and settings preset. The data provides a full picture of the system's capabilities and limitations.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 122 FPS average.
• Medium: 97 FPS average, with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 111 FPS.
• High: 77 FPS average.
• Ultra: 60 FPS average.

At 1080p, the system shows its best performance. The CPU's strength is most evident here, as it can push the GPU to its limits. The gap between Low and Ultra is a substantial 62 FPS, giving players a wide range of performance options. The Medium preset's minimum FPS of 82 is particularly notable, as it suggests a high level of consistency that is crucial for a smooth multiplayer experience.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 81 FPS average.
• Medium: 64 FPS average, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS.
• High: 51 FPS average.
• Ultra: 39 FPS average.

The transition to 1440p demonstrates the GPU's limitations. The average frame rates for High and Ultra fall below the 60 FPS target, making them less desirable. The Medium preset's minimum of 54 FPS is a warning sign, indicating that dips below 60 FPS will occur in more intense scenes. The Low preset is the only one that offers a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 45 FPS average.
• Medium: 35 FPS average, with a minimum of 30 FPS and a maximum of 41 FPS.
• High: 28 FPS average.
• Ultra: 22 FPS average.

4K resolution is not a viable option for this hardware combination. The frame rates are consistently below the playability threshold, even on Low settings. The data shows a clear ceiling for this GPU, and the Ryzen 7 9700F cannot compensate for the sheer pixel count at this resolution. The performance here is a clear indicator that the GTX 1660 Ti is the definitive bottleneck in this system.

How This Combo Ranks

The benchmark database places this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti at rank 2588 out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This ranking is a strong indicator of its overall performance tier. Being in the bottom 14% of all tested systems confirms that this is a lower-end configuration for this specific game.

This low ranking is primarily attributable to the GPU. The GTX 1660 Ti is an end-of-life product with a Passmark G3D score of 12871. Its performance is closely matched by the AMD Radeon 540, which is only 0.7% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100, which is 1.9% slower. These are all entry-level or older cards, and they are not designed to handle the demanding workloads of modern multiplayer games at high resolutions.

In contrast, the CPU is a high-performing part. The Ryzen 7 9700F is in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 69996. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700KF, which is 0.2% faster, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, which is 0.7% faster. This demonstrates that the CPU is not the reason for the low ranking. The pairing of a top-tier CPU with a bottom-tier GPU creates a significant imbalance, and the game's performance is held back by the weakest link in the chain. The rank of 2588 reflects this imbalance, showing that while the CPU has the potential for high frame rates, the GPU prevents the system from reaching them.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is a powerful processor based on the Zen 5 architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. This high boost clock is critical for gaming performance, as Fivem, like many multiplayer games, is heavily dependent on single-threaded performance. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 4691 confirms its strength in this area, placing it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs.

The data from the benchmark results supports the conclusion that the CPU is not a bottleneck in Fivem. The frame rates scale consistently with resolution, which is a hallmark of a GPU-bound scenario. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rates would be much more consistent across resolutions, as the CPU's workload would be the same regardless of the pixel count. The fact that the average FPS drops by 51% from the Low to Ultra preset at 1080p (from 122 FPS to 60 FPS) is also a strong indicator that the GPU is doing the heavy lifting and is saturated by the increased graphical load.

The CPU's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s ensure that it can quickly feed data to the GPU. However, the GTX 1660 Ti's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are simply not sufficient to maintain high frame rates at resolutions above 1080p. The Ryzen 7 9700F is a future-proof component that provides a solid foundation, but its potential is unrealized in this pairing. In this configuration, the CPU is ready to handle high frame rates, but the GPU's limitations cap the system's overall performance.