Fivem

The Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT pairing in Fivem presents a fascinating study in bottleneck dynamics. The CPU, a 6-core, 12-thread Rocket Lake part with a 2.60 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost clock, is a solid mid-range performer, yet the data reveals that its influence on frame rates is highly dependent on resolution and settings. The GPU, a Navi 23-based RDNA 2.0 part with 2048 shading units and a 2635 MHz boost clock, is clearly the dominant force at higher resolutions, while the CPU's capabilities become more apparent at 1080p with lower graphical loads.

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

The i5-11400F's architecture provides a foundation of 6 physical cores and 12 threads, a configuration that is generally well-suited for modern multiplayer titles. Its 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are typical for its generation. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a single-core score of 2029, indicating a balanced profile between multi-threaded throughput and single-thread responsiveness.

The benchmark results in Fivem show a clear pattern: at 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 164.1 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at this resolution. However, when the resolution is increased to 4K with Ultra settings, the average FPS plummets to 30. This dramatic drop cannot be solely attributed to the CPU; it strongly suggests the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The CPU's performance relative to other processors is noteworthy; its average benchmark score of 17181 places it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs, with its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, scoring 17189, a delta of 0%. This indicates the i5-11400F is a statistically average performer at its level, not a standout but far from a weak link. The data implies that in Fivem, the CPU's role is primarily to maintain a high minimum frame rate floor, while the GPU dictates the absolute ceiling based on resolution and graphical complexity.

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

Q: What is the best average FPS this combo achieves at 1080p, and at what settings?

A: The highest average frame rate at 1920x1080 is 164.1 FPS, which is achieved with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the GPU's synthetic benchmark score compare to its closest competitor?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT has an average benchmark score of 29024. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, scores 29011, representing a 0% delta, meaning the two are statistically tied in performance.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces an average of 108.7 FPS, while the Ultra preset produces 55.2 FPS, a difference of 53.5 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more likely to be the bottleneck at 4K resolution?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K. The average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 35.3, and with Low settings it is 61.2. The CPU's strong multi-threaded score (14372 in Cinebench R23) and 75th percentile ranking suggest it is not the primary constraint at this high resolution.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested configurations in Fivem?

A: This specific combination of Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT ranks 1176 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem.

Q: How does the CPU's single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread performance in relation to Fivem?

A: The i5-11400F scores 2029 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 14372 in multi-core. The significant lead in multi-core suggests that while single-thread performance is adequate, the CPU is better equipped for workloads that utilize all its 12 threads, which may not be the primary demand in all Fivem scenarios.

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

The scaling of average FPS across resolutions reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with High settings, the system produces 102.4 FPS. Moving to 1440p with the same settings yields 68.4 FPS, a decrease of 34 FPS. At 4K, the frame rate falls to 35.3 FPS, another drop of 33.1 FPS. This pattern of nearly linear FPS reduction with each step up in pixel count is a hallmark of a system where the graphics card's fill rate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints.

The RX 6650 XT has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 280.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The data suggests that at 4K, the GPU's pixel throughput (168.6 GPixel/s) is being saturated. The i5-11400F's role becomes secondary; it is capable of delivering the necessary draw calls and physics calculations, but the GPU cannot render the frames fast enough. The fact that even at 4K Low settings, the system achieves 61.2 FPS, while 4K Ultra drops to 30 FPS, further confirms that the GPU's compute units, not the CPU, are the determining factor in this resolution range. The CPU's 65W TDP and 6-core design are sufficient to avoid becoming a major impediment, but the data clearly points to the GPU as the performance ceiling.

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

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the combo's performance envelope. At 1920x1080, the average FPS ranges from 164.1 on Low to 80.2 on Ultra. The Medium preset delivers 131.4 FPS, while High provides 102.4 FPS. This shows a consistent degradation of performance as settings are increased, with the transition from Medium to High costing 29 FPS and from High to Ultra costing another 22.2 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the results are 108.7 FPS on Low, 85.2 FPS on Medium, 68.4 FPS on High, and 55.2 FPS on Ultra. The relative performance drops are more pronounced here, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 53.5 FPS. Finally, at 3840x2160, the system manages 61.2 FPS on Low, 44.6 FPS on Medium, 35.3 FPS on High, and 30 FPS on Ultra. These figures indicate that the combo is only capable of a playable experience at 4K when settings are reduced to Low or Medium. The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 6650 XT's performance is heavily influenced by both resolution and settings, with the most demanding configuration (4K Ultra) yielding exactly 30 FPS, which is often considered the minimum for a playable frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations in Fivem, this pairing ranks 1176 out of 1792. This placement, which is in the lower third of all combos, is somewhat surprising given the individual component scores. The GPU is in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, and the CPU is in the 75th percentile. However, the combined ranking suggests that Fivem is a demanding title that penalizes mid-range hardware, or that the combination of this specific CPU and GPU does not scale as well as other pairings in this game.

The ranking implies that while each part is above average when considered independently, their combined performance in Fivem is less than the sum of its parts. This could be due to the game's engine being sensitive to specific architectural features or memory configurations. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-1260P, have an average score that is 0.2% higher, but this does not translate into a significantly better gaming experience. The 1176th rank out of 1792 combos serves as a cautionary indicator that this is not a top-tier configuration for Fivem, even if it provides acceptable frame rates at lower resolutions and settings.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings preset depends on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For a 60 FPS target at 1080p, the Low (164.1 FPS), Medium (131.4 FPS), and High (102.4 FPS) presets all exceed this threshold, leaving headroom for other processes. The Ultra preset at 80.2 FPS is also viable for high-refresh-rate monitors, as it remains above 60 FPS.

At 1440p, the choice becomes more critical. The Low preset (108.7 FPS) and Medium preset (85.2 FPS) are both excellent for smooth gameplay. The High preset at 68.4 FPS is still playable, but the Ultra preset at 55.2 FPS dips below the 60 FPS mark. For users prioritizing visual fidelity, the Medium preset at 1440p offers a strong balance, providing a 30.5 FPS improvement over High while maintaining a comfortable frame rate. At 4K, the situation is more constrained. The Low preset (61.2 FPS) is the only one that consistently stays above 60 FPS. The Medium preset (44.6 FPS) and High preset (35.3 FPS) are playable but may exhibit noticeable stutter. The Ultra preset at 30 FPS is best avoided for competitive play. The data suggests that for a universally smooth experience, the Medium preset at 1080p or 1440p provides the best balance of visual quality and performance, avoiding the steep penalties of the Ultra preset.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is the primary driver of frame rates in Fivem, as evidenced by the significant FPS drops when resolution and settings are increased. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, while sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, may become a limiting factor at 4K with high-texture settings, although the data does not explicitly confirm this. The GPU's clocks are notably high, with a base of 2055 MHz, a game clock of 2410 MHz, and a boost clock of 2635 MHz. This high frequency, combined with 2048 shading units, allows for substantial compute throughput of 10.79 TFLOPS FP32.

The GPU's performance in synthetic tests, such as a Passmark G3D score of 17166, places it in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, has a delta of 0%, indicating identical average performance. This parity is interesting, as the RX 6800M is typically a mobile part. The data from Fivem shows that the GPU's performance scales predictably with settings; for instance, moving from 1080p High (102.4 FPS) to 1440p High (68.4 FPS) results in a 33.2% performance loss, which aligns with the increase in pixel count. The GPU's 128-bit memory bus and 280.3 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for the measured scenarios, but the 4K Ultra result of 30 FPS suggests that the card's raw compute power is the ceiling, not its memory subsystem. The 176W TDP and PCIe 4.0 x8 interface are consistent with its performance class.