Fivem

The Intel Core i5-11400F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER produces a playable but resolution-sensitive experience in Fivem. The data shows a clear performance ceiling: the combo ranks 1567th out of 1792 tested combinations, placing it in the lower tier of systems. This is not a high-refresh-rate monster, but a capable 1080p setup that struggles significantly at 4K. The benchmark results indicate that the GTX 1660 SUPER is the primary bottleneck, with CPU headroom available at lower resolutions. The measured FPS across the three resolutions and four settings presets tells a consistent story of diminishing returns as graphical load increases.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is dramatic and reveals the GPU's limitations. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 122.1 FPS, but this falls to 81.7 FPS at 1440p and plummets to 47.3 FPS at 4K. This represents a 61% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at the lowest settings. The scaling becomes even more severe at higher presets. With Ultra settings, the system manages 62.9 FPS at 1080p, drops to 38.8 FPS at 1440p, and collapses to 22.8 FPS at 4K—a 64% loss from 1080p to 4K.

This pattern indicates a GPU-bound scenario at all resolutions. The GTX 1660 SUPER's 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are simply insufficient for 4K workloads in Fivem. The frame rate drops are nearly proportional to the pixel count increase, which is the hallmark of a graphics card operating at its absolute limit. At 1080p, the system shows more headroom, suggesting the CPU can keep up, but the GPU still dictates the final output. The 4K High preset yields just 29.6 FPS, making it effectively unplayable for smooth gameplay, while 4K Low at 47.3 FPS is borderline but still below the 60 FPS target most players expect.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the defining component in this configuration. Its benchmark scores place it at the 55th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 14286. In Fivem, the GPU's role is paramount, as evidenced by the steep FPS curve. The card's boost clock of 1785 MHz and base clock of 1530 MHz provide the computational foundation, but the 6 GB VRAM capacity is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The 192-bit memory bus and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are moderate by modern standards, which explains why 4K performance falls off a cliff.

The GPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (0.7% higher score), AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 (0.5% lower), and Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics (0.2% lower). These comparisons show the 1660 SUPER is competitively positioned in its class, but none of these cards are designed for 4K gaming. The benchmark results confirm this: the GPU's DirectX 12 score of 50 and DirectX 11 score of 104 are modest, reflecting its mid-range positioning. In Fivem, the GPU's 5.027 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is adequate for 1080p but insufficient for the pixel pushing required at 4K. The 85.68 GPixel/s pixel rate and 157.1 GTexel/s texture rate further illustrate why High and Ultra settings at 4K produce such low frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-11400F provides a solid foundation that is often underutilized in Fivem. With 6 cores and 12 threads, this Rocket Lake processor offers substantial multi-threading capability, as shown by its 3dmark_max_threads score of 5652 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14372. The CPU's 75th percentile ranking among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 17181, indicates it is a capable mid-range chip. However, the Fivem data suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck in most scenarios.

The evidence lies in the FPS scaling. At 1080p Low, the system hits 122.1 FPS, which is respectable but not exceptional. If the CPU were the limiting factor, the frame rates would remain flat across resolutions. Instead, they drop consistently, proving the GPU is the constraint. The CPU's boost clock of 4.40 GHz and single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2029) are strong, but Fivem's demands are not CPU-intensive enough to expose weaknesses. The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic tests include the Intel Core i7-1260P (0.2% lower score) and AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (0% difference), confirming its competitive position. At 1080p, the CPU likely feeds the GPU adequately, but at 4K, the GPU is overwhelmed regardless of CPU capability. The 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support provide sufficient bandwidth for this workload.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Fivem?

A: The data shows 1080p is the only resolution where all settings presets achieve playable frame rates. At 1080p, even Ultra settings produce 62.9 FPS, while Low reaches 122.1 FPS. At 1440p, only Low (81.7 FPS) and Medium (67 FPS) exceed 60 FPS.

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

A: No. The measured results show 4K performance ranges from 22.8 FPS at Ultra to 47.3 FPS at Low. All 4K presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold, with High settings yielding only 29.6 FPS. This makes 4K impractical for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the GTX 1660 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 14286 is 0.7% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT, 0.2% higher than the Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics, and 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11. These are marginal differences, indicating similar performance levels.

Q: Is the CPU holding back performance in Fivem?

A: Benchmark results indicate the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. FPS drops proportionally with resolution increases, which is characteristic of GPU limitation. The i5-11400F's single-thread score of 2029 in Cinebench R23 suggests it has ample headroom for this game.

Q: What settings preset provides the best experience at 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 67 FPS offer the best balance. Low settings reach 81.7 FPS but sacrifice visual quality, while High drops to 50 FPS and Ultra falls to 38.8 FPS. Medium maintains smooth gameplay without excessive visual compromises.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1567th out of 1792 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 13% of systems. This reflects its mid-range GPU and older CPU, which are better suited for 1080p gaming than higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-11400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER ranks 1567th out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places the system in the lower quartile of performance, which is consistent with the GPU's 55th percentile ranking and the CPU's 75th percentile ranking. The ranking gap between CPU and GPU percentiles illustrates that the graphics card is the limiting factor. The CPU is capable of supporting a more powerful GPU, but the 1660 SUPER holds the system back.

This ranking means the combo is positioned below most modern gaming systems. The measured FPS at 1080p Ultra (62.9 FPS) is serviceable, but the system cannot push beyond 1080p without significant compromises. The ranking also reflects the age of the components: both the CPU (released 2021-03-15) and GPU (released 2019-10-28) are end-of-life products. Compared to the 225 other tested combos that rank lower, this system offers decent 1080p performance, but it is outclassed by the majority of configurations in the database.

Settings Recommendations

For this combo, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution. At 1080p, High settings provide the best experience with 76.7 FPS, offering a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. Ultra settings are playable at 62.9 FPS, but the marginal visual improvement over High may not justify the 18% frame rate drop. Low settings at 122.1 FPS are unnecessary unless chasing maximum refresh rates.

At 1440p, Medium settings are the clear choice, delivering 67 FPS. This is the only preset that maintains smooth gameplay above 60 FPS while offering reasonable visual fidelity. High settings drop to 50 FPS, which is playable but noticeably less smooth, while Low at 81.7 FPS is the only alternative for players prioritizing frame rate. At 4K, no settings preset provides an ideal experience. Low settings at 47.3 FPS is the only option approaching playability, but the visual degradation is severe. Players should avoid 4K with this GPU unless they can tolerate sub-30 FPS at High settings or are willing to use Low settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. Low settings produce 122.1 FPS, Medium reaches 97.2 FPS, High achieves 76.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 62.9 FPS. These numbers show a consistent scaling pattern, with each settings tier reducing frame rate by approximately 20-25%. The 1080p results are all playable, with even the most demanding Ultra preset exceeding 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, performance degrades notably. Low settings yield 81.7 FPS, Medium drops to 67 FPS, High falls to 50 FPS, and Ultra reaches only 38.8 FPS. The step from Medium to High represents a 25% performance loss, making High settings marginal for smooth gameplay. At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly overwhelmed. Low settings produce 47.3 FPS, Medium drops to 32.4 FPS, High falls to 29.6 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 22.8 FPS. The 4K results are uniformly below playable thresholds, confirming this combo is strictly a 1080p or entry-level 1440p solution.