Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification framework built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile that heavily favors raw GPU throughput. The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D produces a system that is overwhelmingly GPU-bound at nearly every resolution and settings preset, with the processor providing sufficient headroom to keep the frame rates high. The data indicates that this pairing is optimized for high-refresh-rate 1440p and even 4K gameplay, where the immense power of the RTX 5090 D is the primary driver of performance, rather than the 6-core/12-thread Comet Lake CPU.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and predictable pattern of declining performance as resolution increases, but the rate of decline is heavily influenced by graphics settings. At the "Low" preset, the frame rate drops from 224 FPS at 1920x1080 to 147 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of 34.4%. A similar proportional drop is seen on the "High" preset, which falls from 190 FPS to 93 FPS, a 51.1% decrease. The most dramatic scaling occurs on the "Ultra" preset, where the average FPS plummets from 173 at 1080p to just 72 at 4K, a 58.4% reduction in performance.

This scaling pattern is the hallmark of a GPU-bound configuration. The RTX 5090 D is the component doing the heavy lifting, and as the pixel count increases from 2.1 million to 8.3 million, the demand on the graphics card grows significantly. The fact that the 1080p "Ultra" score of 173 FPS is lower than the 1080p "Low" score of 224 FPS confirms that the GPU is the limiting factor even at the lowest resolution.

The gap between resolutions narrows at lower settings, indicating that the CPU is starting to provide a more significant frame-time contribution. For instance, the difference between 1440p and 4K on "Low" settings is 48 FPS, but the difference between 1080p and 1440p is only 29 FPS. This suggests that the CPU can maintain a high enough frame delivery rate to keep the GPU fed at lower resolutions, but the GPU's rendering time becomes the dominant bottleneck as resolution climbs. The 4K "Ultra" result of 72 FPS is a stark contrast to the 4K "Low" result of 147 FPS, demonstrating that the game's quality settings have a more profound impact on the GPU than the resolution scaling itself.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. While this processor is not a slouch, its synthetic benchmark scores reveal its position in the market. It achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283 and a single-core score of 1451. These figures, combined with its 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs, indicate a capable mid-range processor that is likely to be a secondary factor in this specific game pairing.

The benchmark results suggest that the i5-10400F is sufficient to drive the RTX 5090 D in Fivem, but it is not the source of the high frame rates. The data shows that the CPU's multi-threaded performance is respectable, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 12115 and a 3DMark max threads score of 4735. However, the game's performance is not scaling with the CPU's capabilities; instead, it is scaling with the GPU's workload. The fact that the FPS drops so significantly when moving from "Low" to "Ultra" settings at the same resolution is a direct indication that the CPU is not the bottleneck, as a CPU-bound scenario would show minimal FPS changes across different graphics presets.

The i5-10400F's 12 threads are more than enough to handle the game's simulation and scripting logic inherent to a multiplayer environment like Fivem. Its single-thread performance, as shown by the Geekbench single-core score of 1420, is adequate for the game's primary game thread. The data implies that while the CPU is a necessary component, its influence on the final frame rate is minimal compared to the GPU. The processor is simply providing a stable platform for the GPU to operate at its full potential, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p where the CPU's frame delivery limit is not being exceeded.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is an absolute powerhouse, and it is the undisputed driver of performance in this configuration. With 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, it offers a massive 1.79 TB/s of memory bandwidth. Its core specifications are staggering: 21,760 shading units, 170 RT cores, and a boost clock of 2407 MHz. This hardware translates to a PassMark G3D score of 44065 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 376915, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU's role in Fivem is clear: it is the primary determinant of frame rate. The measured FPS data shows that the RTX 5090 D is powerful enough to produce exceptionally high frame rates even at 4K. On "Low" settings at 4K, it averages 147 FPS, and on "High" settings, it still manages 93 FPS. This indicates that the card has an immense amount of raw compute and fill rate, allowing it to process the game's geometry and textures with ease. The 32 GB of VRAM is far more than any game at this resolution would require, ensuring that there is no memory-related stuttering or texture swapping.

The scaling of FPS with settings underscores the GPU's role. The transition from "Low" to "Ultra" at 1080p results in a 51 FPS drop, from 224 FPS to 173 FPS. At 4K, this same settings transition causes a 75 FPS drop, from 147 FPS to 72 FPS. These are significant performance hits that are purely attributable to the increased graphical workload on the GPU. The RTX 5090 D's compute power, measured at 104.8 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, is being taxed more heavily as the visual fidelity increases. The data shows a system that is clearly GPU-limited, with the RTX 5090 D being the star of the show, pushing frame rates far beyond what the i5-10400F could achieve on its own.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system delivers exceptional performance across the board. The "Low" preset averages 224 FPS, while "Medium" averages 205 FPS (with a minimum of 175 FPS and a maximum of 236 FPS). "High" settings yield 190 FPS, and even the demanding "Ultra" preset maintains a high average of 173 FPS. These numbers indicate that at 1080p, the system is never truly challenged, and the frame rates are likely limited by the CPU's ability to issue draw calls rather than the GPU's ability to render them.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains very high but begins to show a slight dip as the GPU's workload increases. The "Low" preset still averages 195 FPS, and "Medium" is close behind at 179 FPS (with a range of 152 to 206 FPS). "High" settings produce 165 FPS, while "Ultra" drops to 130 FPS. The smooth scaling from 1080p to 1440p suggests that the GPU is still operating well within its limits, and the i5-10400F is still able to keep up with the frame delivery.

At 3840x2160, the true nature of the GPU-bound pairing is revealed. The "Low" preset averages 147 FPS, which is still extraordinarily high for 4K gaming. "Medium" settings reduce the average to 116 FPS (with a minimum of 99 FPS and a maximum of 133 FPS), and "High" settings bring it down to 93 FPS. The "Ultra" preset is the most demanding, resulting in an average of 72 FPS. This final number is the only one that dips below the 100 FPS mark, indicating that while the RTX 5090 D is incredibly powerful, the most demanding settings at the highest resolution will still push it to its limits. The minimum FPS of 99 at 4K "Medium" suggests that the system maintains a stable frame time, avoiding severe drops that would impact gameplay smoothness.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the database of tested combinations for Fivem, this specific pairing of the i5-10400F and RTX 5090 D holds a rank of 228 out of 3005 combos. This places it in the top 7.6% of all tested systems, a strong showing that reinforces the high-performance nature of the configuration. The rank is a holistic measure that considers the synergy between the CPU and GPU, and the data shows that this combination is well-balanced for this particular game, despite the CPU being a much older and lower-tier component than the GPU.

The ranking is particularly impressive given the CPU's relatively modest standing. The i5-10400F's average benchmark score of 14185 puts it in the 68th percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rivals being the Intel Xeon 6756E (deltaPct 0.2) and the AMD EPYC 7552 (deltaPct 0.5). In contrast, the RTX 5090 D is in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 77712. The fact that this combination ranks so highly in Fivem indicates that the game is heavily GPU-bound, allowing the weaker CPU to punch above its weight when paired with a top-tier graphics card. The high rank number (228) out of a large pool (3005) shows that while many other combos may have more balanced or powerful components, few can match the sheer frame rates that this GPU-centric pairing delivers in this specific multiplayer title.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-10400F a bottleneck for the RTX 5090 D in Fivem?

A: The benchmark data indicates that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this configuration. The FPS scales significantly with graphics settings and resolution, suggesting that the GPU is the limiting factor. The i5-10400F's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to keep the RTX 5090 D fed, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p.

Q: What kind of performance can I expect at 1440p with this combo?

A: At 2560x1440 resolution, the system performs exceptionally well. The average FPS ranges from 195 on "Low" settings to 130 on "Ultra" settings. On the "Medium" preset, the system averages 179 FPS, with a minimum of 152 FPS and a maximum of 206 FPS, indicating smooth and consistent performance.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Yes, the RTX 5090 D is powerful enough for 4K gaming in Fivem. The data shows an average of 147 FPS on "Low" settings, 116 FPS on "Medium," and 93 FPS on "High" at 3840x2160. Even on the "Ultra" preset, it maintains a playable average of 72 FPS.

Q: How does the RTX 5090 D's performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5090 D's average benchmark score of 77712 is slightly higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT's score of 78940, which is a 1.6% difference. It is also 1.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, which scores 76904.

Q: What is the CPU's multi-threaded performance like?

A: The Intel Core i5-10400F shows solid multi-threaded capabilities for its class. It achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283 and a 3DMark max threads score of 4735. Its PassMark multi-thread score is 12115, demonstrating that it can handle the multi-threaded workloads of modern games.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is equipped with 32 GB of GDDR7 memory. It utilizes a 512-bit memory bus, which provides a massive memory bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This high bandwidth is crucial for feeding the GPU's 21,760 shading units at high resolutions and detail settings.