Fivem

Fivem’s performance with the Intel Core i5-11400F and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT shows a combination that scales predictably with resolution, though the GPU becomes the dominant constraint at 4K. The data indicates this pair is best suited for high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K requiring settings compromises to stay playable.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all settings presets, revealing a system that transitions from CPU-bound at lower resolutions to heavily GPU-bound at 4K. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 154 FPS at 1920x1080 to 101.7 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of roughly one-third, then plummets to 53.1 FPS at 3840x2160, which is less than half the 1080p result. This pattern repeats at every preset: at Low, the drop is from 243.8 FPS at 1080p to 161 FPS at 1440p and finally to 90.1 FPS at 4K; at Medium, the sequence is 190.9 FPS to 127.7 FPS to 67.4 FPS; at Ultra, it goes from 121 FPS to 77.6 FPS to 45.7 FPS.

The scaling behavior indicates that at 1080p, the CPU’s 6-core, 12-thread configuration is likely the limiting factor, as the RX 6800 XT’s 20.74 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is more than sufficient for that resolution. The 1440p results still show strong headroom, but the 4K numbers—especially the 45.7 FPS at Ultra—demonstrate that the GPU’s 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed heavily at that pixel count. The fact that the 4K Low preset (90.1 FPS) is faster than the 1440p Ultra preset (77.6 FPS) suggests that resolution is a more significant performance factor than quality settings for this combo, with the gap between Low and Ultra widening from 122.8 FPS at 1080p to 44.4 FPS at 4K.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is the star of this pairing, and its specifications explain why 4K Ultra is the only preset that dips below 60 FPS. With a boost clock of 2250 MHz and a game clock of 2015 MHz, the GPU sustains high throughput, backed by 4608 shading units and 128 ROPs. The 16 GB VRAM capacity is ample for Fivem’s multiplayer environments, which often feature dense player-created content, and the 256-bit memory bus with 512.0 GB/s bandwidth ensures that texture streaming at 4K does not become a bottleneck—at least not until the Ultra preset pushes the pixel rate to 288.0 GPixel/s.

The GPU’s benchmark standing reinforces its capability: it scores 24980 in Passmark G3D and 13245 in Passmark GPU Compute, with a percentile of 87 against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in aggregate score include the NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SUPER at a delta of 2.6% and the Intel Arc A550M at 0.5%, meaning the RX 6800 XT sits in a competitive tier. The data shows that the GPU’s performance is the primary reason this combo can hit 243.8 FPS at 1080p Low, but its 300 W TDP and suggested 700 W PSU are a reminder that this is a high-power solution. The 4K High result of 53.1 FPS is just shy of 60 FPS, indicating that the GPU is close to its limit at that resolution, while the 4K Ultra result of 45.7 FPS shows a clear ceiling.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader database of tested combinations, this pairing of the Core i5-11400F and RX 6800 XT holds a combo rank of 605 out of 1792 tested combos, placing it in the top third of all configurations. That ranking is respectable but not elite, reflecting a CPU that is mid-range in its generation while paired with a high-end GPU. The CPU itself sits at the 75th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 17181, which is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, at a delta of 0%. That parity in CPU scores suggests the i5-11400F is not a performance outlier, but its 6 cores at up to 4.40 GHz boost clock are sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p.

The GPU, meanwhile, ranks at the 87th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 49982. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA RTX A1000, scores 50826, a delta of -1.7%, meaning the RX 6800 XT is slightly behind that professional card but ahead of the NVIDIA CMP 50HX by 1.9%. The combination of a 75th-percentile CPU with an 87th-percentile GPU explains why the combo rank is solidly mid-pack: the CPU is not holding the GPU back at higher resolutions, but it also does not boost the combo into the top 100. The data shows that this pairing delivers Fivem performance that exceeds what the CPU alone would suggest, thanks to the GPU’s headroom at 1440p and below.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are consistently high across all settings. Low settings produce 243.8 FPS, Medium yields 190.9 FPS, High reaches 154 FPS, and Ultra drops to 121 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 122.8 FPS, which is the largest of any resolution, indicating that the CPU can handle the lowest settings without bottlenecking the GPU. Even at Ultra, the 121 FPS result is well above the 144 Hz refresh threshold commonly targeted by competitive players.

At 2560x1440, the results remain strong but begin to show GPU pressure. Low settings deliver 161 FPS, Medium produces 127.7 FPS, High reaches 101.7 FPS, and Ultra falls to 77.6 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is 83.4 FPS, and notably, the 1440p Ultra result (77.6 FPS) is lower than the 1080p Ultra result (121 FPS) by 43.4 FPS, showing that resolution scaling is significant even at this mid-range pixel count. The 1440p High result of 101.7 FPS is still comfortably above 100 FPS, making this resolution ideal for high-refresh monitors.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops sharply. Low settings yield 90.1 FPS, which is the only 4K preset above 60 FPS. Medium produces 67.4 FPS, High falls to 53.1 FPS, and Ultra drops to 45.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 44.4 FPS, which is the smallest absolute spread across resolutions, but the percentage drop is similar. The 4K High and Ultra results both fall below the 60 FPS threshold, meaning that players targeting 4K must use Medium or Low settings to maintain smooth gameplay. The 4K Low result of 90.1 FPS is notable because it is faster than the 1440p Ultra result of 77.6 FPS, confirming that resolution has a greater impact on performance than quality settings for this combo.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience for this combo depends on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are the clear choice, as the 121 FPS average is still high enough for competitive play, and the visual fidelity gains from Ultra are worth the 122.8 FPS reduction compared to Low. The 190.9 FPS at Medium and 154 FPS at High are also viable, but Ultra offers the best balance of image quality and speed at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, High settings provide the optimal experience, with an average of 101.7 FPS. This is a 24 FPS improvement over Ultra (77.6 FPS) while maintaining a high level of visual quality. Medium settings at 127.7 FPS are also a strong option for players who prefer higher frame rates over fidelity, but High is the sweet spot because it stays above 100 FPS without the visual compromises of Medium. Low at 161 FPS is excessive for most monitors unless the player has a 1440p 165 Hz panel and prioritizes frame rate above all else.

At 3840x2160, the recommendation is more nuanced. Medium settings at 67.4 FPS are the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS, making it the default choice for 4K gaming. Low settings at 90.1 FPS are better suited for players with high-refresh 4K displays, as they provide a 22.7 FPS boost over Medium. High (53.1 FPS) and Ultra (45.7 FPS) are both below 60 FPS and should be avoided unless the player is willing to tolerate a sub-60 experience for maximum visual quality. The data suggests that this combo is not ideal for 4K Ultra, but it can handle 4K Medium with acceptable performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 100+ FPS?

A: At 1920x1080, all settings presets exceed 100 FPS, with the lowest being Ultra at 121 FPS. At 2560x1440, only Low (161 FPS), Medium (127.7 FPS), and High (101.7 FPS) exceed 100 FPS, while Ultra falls to 77.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, no preset reaches 100 FPS, with the highest being Low at 90.1 FPS.

Q: How much faster is 1080p compared to 4K on High settings?

A: At High settings, the 1920x1080 result is 154 FPS, while the 3840x2160 result is 53.1 FPS. This represents a 100.9 FPS difference, meaning 1080p is approximately three times faster than 4K at this preset.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the limiting factor at 4K Ultra?

A: The 4K Ultra result of 45.7 FPS, combined with the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 20.74 TFLOPS, indicates the GPU is the primary constraint. The CPU’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this workload, as evidenced by the 1080p results exceeding 120 FPS at all presets.

Q: What settings should I use for 1440p gaming?

A: High settings at 2560x1440 deliver 101.7 FPS, which is the recommended preset for a balance of quality and speed. Medium provides 127.7 FPS for players who prefer higher frame rates, while Ultra drops to 77.6 FPS and should be avoided if targeting 100+ FPS.

Q: Does the combo rank improve at lower resolutions?

A: The combo rank of 605 out of 1792 is measured across all tested configurations and resolutions, but the data shows that the combo’s performance is strongest at 1080p, where even Ultra exceeds 120 FPS. At 4K, the combo falls below 60 FPS on High and Ultra settings, which likely drags down its overall ranking compared to combos with more powerful GPUs.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K with a playable frame rate?

A: Yes, but only at Low or Medium settings. Low settings at 3840x2160 produce 90.1 FPS, and Medium produces 67.4 FPS. High (53.1 FPS) and Ultra (45.7 FPS) are below the 60 FPS threshold and are not recommended for smooth gameplay.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 14 nm process. With a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, this CPU provides solid single-threaded performance, as reflected in its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2029 and 3DMark single-thread score of 868. Its multi-threaded capabilities are also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14372 and a Passmark multithread score of 16908. The CPU’s 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for feeding the RX 6800 XT without significant bottlenecks.

The data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor in Fivem at most resolutions. At 1080p, the fact that Low settings (243.8 FPS) are significantly faster than Ultra (121 FPS) suggests that the GPU is still the primary driver of performance, even at the lowest quality preset. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 75 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17181, places it slightly above mid-range, but its nearest rivals—the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U and Intel Core i7-1260P—have nearly identical average scores with deltas of 0% and -0.2%, respectively. This indicates that the i5-11400F is a competent but not exceptional CPU, and it does not constrain the GPU’s performance at 1440p or 4K, where the RX 6800 XT’s limits are reached first.

The CPU’s 65 W TDP and 14 nm process node are dated compared to the GPU’s 7 nm RDNA 2 architecture, but this does not translate into a gameplay disadvantage in Fivem. The measured results show that the CPU can sustain high frame rates at 1080p, and the 4K results are clearly GPU-bound, as evidenced by the 45.7 FPS at Ultra being only slightly below the 53.1 FPS at High, a small gap that indicates the GPU is nearing its ceiling. For players who prioritize high-refresh 1080p gaming, this CPU is more than adequate, but for those who want to push 4K Ultra, a stronger CPU would not help—the GPU is the bottleneck. The combo rank of 605 out of 1792 reflects this balance: a mid-tier CPU paired with a high-tier GPU delivers strong 1080p and 1440p performance but falls short at 4K Ultra.