Fivem

Fivem on this AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination shows a clear pattern of frame rate scaling across resolutions and settings. The data indicates a system that is heavily influenced by the graphics card at higher resolutions, while the processor provides ample headroom at lower settings. This analysis walks through the measured performance, component roles, and practical takeaways based solely on the provided data.

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is an 8-core, 16-thread processor from the 9000 series, built on the Zen 5 architecture and codenamed Granite Ridge. It operates at a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with a 120 W TDP. The processor features a 96 MB shared L3 cache, which is a substantial pool for game data. Its benchmark results show a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22807 and a single-core score of 2228, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs.

In the context of Fivem, this processor’s high single-thread performance is relevant. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2228, combined with the 5.60 GHz boost clock, suggests strong per-thread capability. Fivem, being a multiplayer modification platform, often relies on server-side and client-side scripting that can be sensitive to single-thread speed. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 214 FPS, which is the highest average across all measured points. This high frame rate at a resolution where the GPU is less stressed indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor at this setting.

The processor's Passmark single-thread score of 4704 and multithread score of 41318 further support its capability. Its nearest rivals in overall benchmark score include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M with a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core i9-14900 with a delta of 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 with a delta of -0.7%. These close margins show that the Ryzen 7 9850X3D sits in a competitive performance band for general processing. For Fivem specifically, the 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient for the game's typical workload, and the data suggests that even at 1080p Low, the frame rate is not capping due to CPU limitations, as the system reaches 214 FPS.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 is based on the Ampere architecture with the GA104 chip, manufactured on an 8 nm process. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU’s base clock is 1500 MHz with a boost clock of 1725 MHz. It features 5888 shading units and 184 tensor cores. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3162, and its Passmark G3D score is 22214, placing it at the 61st percentile among all GPUs.

The GPU’s role in Fivem becomes clear when examining the resolution scaling. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 38. This is a significant reduction from the 214 FPS seen at 1080p Low. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a likely constraint at 4K with higher settings, as the game world and assets can demand more memory. The data shows that at 4K Medium, the system averages 62 FPS with a minimum of 52 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS, while at 4K High it averages 49 FPS. The step from Medium to High at 4K results in a 13 FPS drop, indicating the GPU is the primary bottleneck as settings increase.

The RTX 3070’s nearest rivals by average benchmark score include the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT with a delta of 0.7%, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 with a delta of 1%, and the NVIDIA Tesla K40c with a delta of -1.5%. These comparisons show that the RTX 3070 is slightly above the RX 7600 XT in raw score, but the Fivem results are specific to this pairing. The GPU’s performance in Fivem is characterized by a steep drop-off at 4K, particularly when settings are raised. At 1440p, the GPU still handles the load well, with High settings producing 89 FPS and Ultra producing 69 FPS.

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

The measured FPS data shows a clear trend as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At 1080p with Low settings, the average FPS is 214. When moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 141 FPS, a decrease of 73 FPS. At 4K Low, the average is 78 FPS, which is a further drop of 63 FPS from 1440p. This pattern indicates that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as resolution increases, even at the lowest settings.

For Medium settings, the progression is from 169 FPS at 1080p, to 111 FPS at 1440p, and then to 62 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 58 FPS, and from 1440p to 4K is 49 FPS. The consistent decrease suggests that the GPU’s rendering load is scaling with pixel count, and the processor is not able to compensate at higher resolutions. The High settings show a similar pattern: 135 FPS at 1080p, 89 FPS at 1440p, and 49 FPS at 4K. This is a 46 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 40 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K.

Ultra settings show the most dramatic scaling. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 105 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it drops to 69 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 38 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, with the 4K Ultra score being only about 36% of the 1080p Ultra score. This data strongly indicates that the RTX 3070 is the limiting component at 4K, especially with higher settings. The CPU, with its high single-thread performance, is able to sustain high frame rates at 1080p, but the GPU cannot maintain those rates as the pixel count increases.

FAQ

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

A: The highest average FPS is 214, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How does the system perform at 4K Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the system averages 38 FPS, which is the lowest measured average across all settings and resolutions.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 94, with an average of 111 FPS and a maximum of 128 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 1080p Low?

A: The data shows 214 FPS at 1080p Low, which is a very high frame rate. This suggests the CPU has enough headroom, and the GPU is not being pushed to its limit at this resolution and setting.

Q: What is the FPS difference between 1080p High and 1440p High?

A: At 1080p High, the average FPS is 135, while at 1440p High, it is 89. This is a difference of 46 FPS.

Q: What is the average FPS at 4K Medium, and what are the min and max values?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 62, with a minimum of 52 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the target resolution and desired smoothness. For 1920x1080, all settings produce playable frame rates. Low settings yield 214 FPS, Medium yields 169 FPS with a minimum of 144 FPS, High yields 135 FPS, and Ultra yields 105 FPS. For a high-refresh-rate monitor at 1080p, Medium settings offer a good balance, as the minimum FPS of 144 is still above typical 144 Hz refresh rates. High settings also remain viable, with an average of 135 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the choice becomes more critical. Low settings produce 141 FPS, which is smooth. Medium settings average 111 FPS with a minimum of 94 FPS, which is suitable for 100 Hz displays. High settings average 89 FPS, and Ultra drops to 69 FPS. For a consistent experience at 1440p, Medium settings provide the best trade-off between visual quality and frame rate stability, as the minimum of 94 FPS is close to the average.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates are lower. Low settings produce 78 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 62 FPS, with a minimum of 52 FPS, which may be acceptable for slower-paced play. High settings average 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 38 FPS. For 4K, Low or Medium settings are recommended to maintain a playable frame rate, as the higher settings result in averages below 50 FPS. The data suggests that the RTX 3070 struggles to deliver high frame rates at 4K with this CPU, so lowering settings is necessary for a smoother experience.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system’s performance. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings average 214 FPS, Medium settings average 169 FPS with a minimum of 144 and a maximum of 194, High settings average 135 FPS, and Ultra settings average 105 FPS. The minimum FPS values are only provided for Medium settings at each resolution, but the averages show a clear step-down as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the data shows: Low settings average 141 FPS, Medium settings average 111 FPS with a minimum of 94 and a maximum of 128, High settings average 89 FPS, and Ultra settings average 69 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across all settings, with the average FPS decreasing by roughly 30-35% for each setting tier.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low settings average 78 FPS, Medium settings average 62 FPS with a minimum of 52 and a maximum of 71, High settings average 49 FPS, and Ultra settings average 38 FPS. The 4K results show a significant performance hit compared to 1440p, particularly at higher settings. The Ultra setting at 4K produces an average that is less than half of the 1080p Ultra average. The data indicates that the system is capable of high frame rates at 1080p and decent rates at 1440p, but 4K requires significant settings reductions to achieve playable performance.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 combination is ranked 1247 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the performance distribution. The rank of 1247 indicates that this combo performs better than roughly 58% of the tested configurations, but there are many combinations that achieve higher frame rates in this game. The CPU is a high-end processor, ranking at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is more mid-range, ranking at the 61st percentile among all GPUs. This imbalance suggests that the GPU is likely the limiting factor in this combo, as the CPU has more relative headroom. The combo’s rank in Fivem reflects the GPU’s struggle at higher resolutions, as the data shows a steep performance drop at 4K. The measured FPS at 1080p Low (214 FPS) is strong, but the drop to 38 FPS at 4K Ultra shows the GPU’s constraints. This ranking indicates that while the CPU is capable, the overall combo performance in Fivem is bounded by the RTX 3070’s capabilities, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The data suggests that for users prioritizing high frame rates at 1080p or 1440p, this combo performs well, but for 4K gaming, it falls behind combos with more powerful GPUs.