Fivem

The Intel Core i5-12400 and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT combination delivers a robust Fivem experience, but the data reveals a clear performance ceiling dictated by the graphics card at higher resolutions. This pairing ranks in the 62nd percentile of tested combos, offering a high refresh rate capable setup for 1080p and 1440p gaming, while 4K remains a challenge for maximum settings.

Resolution Scaling

The benchmark results show a predictable yet pronounced drop in frame rates as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound title like Fivem. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 231.4 FPS, but this falls to 151.7 FPS at 1440p and further to 84.5 FPS at 4K. This scaling pattern indicates that the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the primary limiting component when moving up the resolution ladder, as the frame rate decreases nearly proportionally with the pixel count increase.

The gap between 1080p and 1440p is substantial, with the 1440p result being roughly 34% lower than the 1080p figure. The transition from 1440p to 4K is even more demanding, showing another 44% reduction in performance. This steep decline suggests that while the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions, the graphics card's raw throughput becomes the bottleneck as fill rate demands escalate. The 4K High setting result of 55.3 FPS sits just below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that users targeting 4K will need to make significant compromises.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is the dominant factor in these results, and its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides a 624.1 GB/s bandwidth. This memory configuration is well-suited for Fivem's open-world environments, which often require large texture pools. The GPU's boost clock of 2430 MHz and game clock of 2124 MHz contribute to its 37.32 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, a figure that drives the high frame rates seen at 1080p.

The GPU's performance relative to its peers shows it is a mid-to-high tier part. Its Passmark G3D score of 24176 puts it in the 76th percentile of all GPUs, with its nearest rival being the AMD FirePro S9300 X2 at a 0.2% higher score. The RX 7800 XT also outperforms the NVIDIA P104-100 by 0.4% and the AMD FirePro S10000 by 0.7%, while trailing the NVIDIA T600 Mobile by 0.7%. These narrow margins confirm the card sits in a competitive performance band, and in Fivem specifically, its capabilities are fully utilized at 1440p, where High settings still deliver 97 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific CPU-GPU pairing holds the 673rd position out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all systems. The ranking reflects a balanced setup that leans on the GPU's strength, as the CPU's 77th percentile standing among all processors is slightly higher than the GPU's 76th percentile. This alignment suggests neither component is severely holding back the other in most scenarios, though the resolution scaling data points to the GPU as the more critical piece.

The combination's performance becomes more impressive when considering the CPU's benchmark scores. The Core i5-12400 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935 and a single-core score of 2249, which are strong figures for a 6-core, 12-thread part. Its average benchmark score of 19850 places it within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX and just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-9700, showing that this mid-range CPU can keep pace with much more expensive processors in synthetic tests.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers exceptional performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 231.4 FPS, while Medium drops to 183.5 FPS. High settings still maintain a very playable 145.2 FPS, and even Ultra stays above 100 FPS at 112.9. This resolution is clearly where the RX 7800 XT shines, providing frame rates that exceed the refresh rates of most monitors even at the highest quality preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU's workload. Low settings yield 151.7 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive play. Medium settings deliver 123.7 FPS, while High settings provide 97 FPS. Ultra settings at 1440p drop to 73.9 FPS, which is still smooth but represents the first significant compromise for users seeking maximum visual fidelity.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly taxed. Low settings produce 84.5 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high refresh rate displays. Medium settings drop to 69.9 FPS, and High settings fall to 55.3 FPS. Ultra settings at 4K produce just 41.4 FPS, which is below the smoothness threshold for most gamers. The data shows a clear 4K ceiling for this combo, with only Low and Medium settings providing acceptable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

For 1080p users, the Ultra preset at 112.9 FPS is the clear choice, as it delivers a high refresh rate experience without sacrificing visual quality. The gap between High and Ultra is only 32.3 FPS, making the upgrade to Ultra worthwhile for most players. At 1440p, the High preset at 97 FPS offers the best balance, providing smooth gameplay while maintaining good image quality. The Medium preset at 123.7 FPS is preferable for competitive players who prioritize frame rates, but High is the recommended default.

For 4K, the data suggests that Medium settings at 69.9 FPS is the optimal choice, as it remains above 60 FPS while offering better visual fidelity than Low. The High preset at 55.3 FPS is borderline, and users with adaptive sync displays may find it acceptable, but the 14.6 FPS difference between Medium and High makes Medium the safer recommendation. Ultra at 4K should be avoided, as 41.4 FPS is too low for a smooth experience in a multiplayer title where reaction times matter.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 provides a solid foundation for this GPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads operating at a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The CPU's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 give it the bandwidth needed to feed the RX 7800 XT effectively. Its Passmark single-thread score of 3456 and multi-thread score of 18747 indicate strong per-core performance, which is crucial for Fivem's server-side calculations and game logic.

The CPU's 3DMark scores further illustrate its capability. The single-thread score of 910 and 2-thread score of 1692 show that it handles lightly threaded workloads efficiently, while the 16-thread score of 5873 and max-thread score of 5890 confirm its multi-core prowess. In Fivem, which often relies on a few primary threads, the i5-12400's strong single-core performance helps prevent CPU bottlenecks at lower resolutions, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p. The data suggests that this CPU has enough headroom to support the GPU at 1440p and even 4K, where the graphics card becomes the limiting factor.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p with High settings at 97 FPS offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Ultra settings achieve 112.9 FPS, while 4K requires Medium settings to stay above 60 FPS at 69.9 FPS.

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

A: Yes, but with compromises. The measured results show 4K Low settings at 84.5 FPS and Medium at 69.9 FPS, which are playable. High settings drop to 55.3 FPS, and Ultra falls to 41.4 FPS, which is not recommended.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RX 7800 XT scores 24176 in Passmark G3D, which is 0.2% higher than the AMD FirePro S9300 X2 and 0.7% higher than the AMD FirePro S10000. It trails the NVIDIA T600 Mobile by 0.7% and the NVIDIA P104-100 by 0.4%.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck in this configuration?

A: The data indicates the CPU is not a bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p, where CPU load is highest, the combo still achieves 231.4 FPS on Low settings, suggesting the i5-12400 has sufficient headroom. The GPU becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases.

Q: What frame rates can I expect at 1080p with this combo?

A: The measured results show 231.4 FPS on Low, 183.5 FPS on Medium, 145.2 FPS on High, and 112.9 FPS on Ultra. All settings provide smooth gameplay above 100 FPS.

Q: How does the i5-12400 perform in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15935 and a single-core score of 2249. Its average benchmark score of 19850 places it within 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-9700, showing competitive performance for its class.