Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer sandbox, and the pairing of the Intel Core i3-12100F with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT creates a unique performance profile. The CPU is a 4-core, 8-thread Alder Lake part with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, while the GPU is a high-end RDNA 4.0 card with a 16 GB GDDR6 buffer. In this title, the combination ranks 877th out of 3,707 tested combos, placing it in the top 24% of systems. The data reveals that while the GPU is capable of high frame rates at lower resolutions, the system's performance ceiling is heavily influenced by the CPU's four physical cores, particularly in the game's multiplayer-heavy scenarios.

Resolution Scaling

The measured frame rates show a classic pattern of resolution scaling, but one with a distinct CPU-imposed ceiling. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo posts an average of 260 FPS. This drops to 171 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 95 FPS at 3840x2160. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is a 34.6% reduction, and from 1440p to 4K a 44.4% reduction, which indicates that at these lower settings, the GPU is still the primary scaling factor, though the absolute numbers are high.

The situation changes dramatically when looking at High and Ultra presets. At 1080p High, the average is 164 FPS. At 1440p High, it is 108 FPS, and at 4K High, it is 60 FPS. The gap between Low and High at the same resolution is revealing: at 1080p, the difference is 96 FPS (260 vs 164), but at 4K, the difference is just 35 FPS (95 vs 60). This is a sign that at 4K, the GPU is becoming the primary limiter, while at 1080p, the CPU is holding back performance.

For the Ultra preset, the frame rates are 127 (1080p), 84 (1440p), and 47 (4K). The scaling is more linear here, suggesting that Ultra settings are GPU-bound across all resolutions. The data indicates that the combo is best suited for 1440p, where it can deliver high frame rates with the High preset, or 1080p where it can achieve very high refresh rate gaming if the CPU allows it.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 3,707 total tested combos, this pairing ranks 877th in Fivem. This puts it in the 76.3rd percentile, meaning it outperforms about three-quarters of all tested configurations. The rank is a composite measure of both CPU and GPU capabilities, and in this case, the GPU is clearly the stronger component. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT has an average benchmark score of 13,543, which is significantly above the i3-12100F's average of 13,494.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Radeon HD 7770M (score 13,536, delta 0.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (13,515, delta 0.2%), and the NVIDIA P106-090 (13,470, delta 0.5%). These are all older or lower-tier cards, which shows that the RX 9070 XT's raw score is not the main driver of the combo's ranking. The CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 3 N355 (13,492, delta 0%), the Intel Core i5-9500 (13,452, delta 0.3%), and the Intel Core 5 120UL (13,594, delta -0.7%). The i3-12100F is very close to its rivals, which indicates that the CPU is not a standout performer.

The combo's rank of 877 suggests that in Fivem, the 4-core CPU is a significant bottleneck. The GPU is capable of much higher performance than the CPU can feed it, especially at lower resolutions. The data supports this interpretation, as the frame rate at 1080p Low is 260 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited, while the GPU could potentially push higher if the CPU allowed it.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution. For 1080p gaming, the Low preset delivers 260 FPS average, which is excellent for esports or high-refresh-rate monitors. However, the Medium preset still offers a very playable 205 FPS average with better visuals, and the min FPS of 174 is above 144, which is a good target. The High preset at 1080p gives 164 FPS, which is still smooth. The Ultra preset, at 127 FPS, is the most visually demanding but still performs well.

At 1440p, the Medium preset offers a solid 135 FPS average with a minimum of 115 FPS, which is a good balance for most gamers. The High preset at 108 FPS is also very playable, and the scaling suggests that the GPU is still doing well. The Low preset at 171 FPS is very fast but may look too basic for some players. The Ultra preset at 84 FPS is a playable option for those who prioritize visuals.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The Low preset averages 95 FPS, which is playable, but the Medium preset drops to 75 FPS with a min of 64, which is borderline. The High preset at 60 FPS is right at the edge of playability, and the Ultra preset at 47 FPS is not recommended for a smooth experience. The data suggests that 4K is not the optimal resolution for this combo unless the user is willing to accept lower settings.

The best experience per the measured rows is at 1440p Medium, with the 135 FPS average and 115 FPS minimum providing a smooth, high-quality experience. If the user prioritizes frame rate over visuals, 1080p Low with 260 FPS is the clear choice. For a balanced experience, 1440p High at 108 FPS is a strong option.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The data provides a comprehensive breakdown of the measured FPS across three resolutions and four settings.

1920x1080:

• Low: 260 FPS average
• Medium: 205 FPS average, with a minimum of 174 and a maximum of 236
• High: 164 FPS average
• Ultra: 127 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 171 FPS average
• Medium: 135 FPS average, with a minimum of 115 and a maximum of 155
• High: 108 FPS average
• Ultra: 84 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 95 FPS average
• Medium: 75 FPS average, with a minimum of 64 and a maximum of 86
• High: 60 FPS average
• Ultra: 47 FPS average

The data shows that the transition from Low to Medium is consistent across all resolutions, with a drop of approximately 22% at 1080p (260 to 205), 21% at 1440p (171 to 135), and 21% at 4K (95 to 75). The Medium to High drop is also consistent, with ~20% at 1080p (205 to 164), 20% at 1440p (135 to 108), and 20% at 4K (75 to 60). The High to Ultra drop is ~23% at 1080p (164 to 127), 22% at 1440p (108 to 84), and 22% at 4K (60 to 47). This consistency suggests that the GPU is the primary scaling factor for settings changes within a resolution.

The resolution scaling is also consistent for Medium settings, with 205 FPS at 1080p, 135 FPS at 1440p, and 75 FPS at 4K, which is a 34% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% drop from 1440p to 4K. This indicates that the GPU is the main limiter when settings are fixed at Medium.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is a high-end GPU with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. The card's base clock is 1660 MHz, with a boost clock of 2970 MHz and a game clock of 2400 MHz. The memory clock is 2518 MHz, with 20.1 Gbps effective. The GPU has 4,096 shading units, 256 TMUs, and 128 ROPs. It also features 64 ray tracing cores, though the game's ray tracing use is not specified.

In Fivem, the GPU's performance is strong at lower settings, but the CPU limits the frame rate at 1080p. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 260 FPS, which is likely a CPU bottleneck, as the GPU could handle more. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiter, as the frame rates drop to 47-95 FPS depending on settings.

The GPU's memory of 16 GB is more than enough for Fivem. The game is not memory-intensive, and the 16 GB buffer prevents any VRAM limitations. The GPU's bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s is also not a limiter in this scenario.

The GPU's clock speeds are healthy, with a boost clock of 2970 MHz, which is high for a reference design. The card's power draw is 304 W, and it requires a 700 W PSU, which is a standard for its class. The card's a dual-slot design with two 8-pin power connectors.

Overall, the GPU is a capable card that can handle Fivem at high frame rates, but the CPU's four-core limitation prevents it from reaching its full potential at 1080p.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The CPU has 12 MB of L3 cache, and it supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and has a 58 W TDP. The CPU is not overclockable, as it is not multiplier-unlocked.

The CPU's multi-threaded performance is modest. In Cinebench R23, it scores 11,860 multi-core and 1,674 single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 7,252 multi-core and 1,932 single-core. The 3DMark 16-thread score is 4,051, and the 4-thread score is 2,859. These numbers indicate that the CPU is a strong single-thread performer, but its 4-core limit hurts in games that use more than 4 cores.

In Fivem, the CPU is the bottleneck at 1080p. The frame rate at 1080p Low is 260 FPS, which is likely CPU-limited. The CPU's single-thread performance is good, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,674, but the game may need more cores. The CPU's percentile ranking is 68, which is above average, but it is not a top-tier performer.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database are the Intel Core i3 N355 (score 13,492), the Intel Core i5-9500 (13,452), and the Intel Core 5 120UL (13,594). The i3-12100F is within 0.3% of these, which shows that it is a solid but not exceptional CPU for its class.

In this game, the CPU's four cores are a significant limitation. The GPU is powerful enough to push higher frame rates, but the CPU can't keep up. The data shows that at 1440p, the CPU is less of a limiter, as the GPU is more involved. But at 1080p, the CPU is clearly the bottleneck. The CPU's boost clock of 4.30 GHz is good, but the 4-core design is a handicap in Fivem, which is a multiplayer game that can use multiple threads.

The CPU's cache is also relatively small, with 12 MB of L3, which is shared, and 1.25 MB of L2 per core. This is not a blocker, but it does not help. The CPU's TDP of 58 W is low, which means it can be cooled easily, but it also indicates that it is not a high-power part.

The data shows that the combo ranks 877 out of 3,707, which is a decent position, but the CPU is the limiting factor. If the GPU were paired with a more powerful CPU, the combo would likely rank higher. However, for a 4-core part, the i3-12100F does well, providing a single-core performance that is above average.