Fivem

The Intel Core i5-12400 and Intel Arc B570 combination ranks in the 2396th position out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem, placing it in the lower half of the database. This pairing yields playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain smooth performance at 4K, particularly at higher graphical presets. The data indicates a system that is well-suited for competitive multiplayer at standard resolutions, but one that demands careful settings management to avoid frame rate drops in demanding scenes.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 2396 out of 3005 tested configurations places it in the 20th percentile of all tested pairings for Fivem. This is a modest result, indicating that while the hardware is capable of running the game, it does not deliver top-tier performance relative to the broader database of tested systems. The ranking suggests that many other CPU-GPU combinations will outperform this pairing in this specific title, but it remains a functional option for gamers who prioritize other system aspects over raw Fivem performance.

The CPU component, the Intel Core i5-12400, sits at the 72nd percentile when compared against all CPUs in the database. This indicates that the processor is a solid mid-range performer, offering adequate processing power for most gaming workloads. However, when considering the GPU, the Intel Arc B570 lands at the 65th percentile against all GPUs, suggesting that the graphics card is slightly less competitive relative to its peers than the processor is. This dynamic creates a system where the GPU may become the primary limiting factor in achieving higher frame rates, especially at more demanding resolutions and settings.

Benchmark data from the database reinforces this assessment. The CPU's average benchmark score is 18683, placing it in close competition with several other processors. For instance, it trails the AMD EPYC 7643 by a negligible 0.1% and the Intel Core i7-1355U by 0.3%, while it leads the Intel Core i3-14100F by 0.9%. These figures show that the i5-12400 delivers performance that is statistically on par with its nearest rivals, making it a predictable and stable performer. The GPU's average benchmark score of 20556 places it virtually neck-and-neck with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which it leads by a mere 0.1%, and the Intel Arc A750, which it trails by the same margin. This clustering indicates that the Arc B570 delivers performance within a well-established segment of the graphics card market.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B570 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture and the BMG-G21 chip, fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC. This GPU is equipped with 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s. The memory clocks operate at 2375 MHz, which translates to 19 Gbps effective. These specifications are crucial for Fivem, a game that can be demanding on memory bandwidth when rendering complex multiplayer environments with many vehicles and player models.

The GPU's base and boost clocks are both set at 2500 MHz, a conservative clock speed that helps maintain stability. The card features 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. Its compute capabilities are rated at 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32 operations and 23.04 TFLOPS for FP16 operations. In the context of Fivem's performance, these specifications suggest that the GPU has enough raw power to handle the game's rendering tasks, but its performance ceiling becomes evident at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear correlation between the GPU's load and frame rate drops, particularly when transitioning from 1080p to 4K resolutions.

The GPU's benchmark scores provide context for its performance. Its Passmark G3D score is 14195, while its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2649. Geekbench scores show 83514 for OpenCL and 96844 for Vulkan. These results place the Arc B570 in a competitive position with its nearest rivals, but the measured FPS data in Fivem reveals that the GPU's performance is more nuanced than raw benchmark scores suggest. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking against all GPUs indicates that it is a mid-range performer, and the Fivem results align with this positioning.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a significant performance drop as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 136 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings, the average drops to 89 FPS, a reduction of approximately 35%. At 4K with Low settings, the average falls further to 50 FPS, which is a 63% decrease from the 1080p result. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is heavily taxed at higher resolutions, and its performance scales poorly when pixel count increases.

The trend continues across all settings presets. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 86 at 1080p to 56 at 1440p, and then to 31 at 4K. Similarly, at Medium settings, the averages are 107, 71, and 39 FPS for 1080p, 1440p, and 4K respectively. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with averages of 67, 44, and 24 FPS across the three resolutions. This consistent pattern of roughly halving the frame rate with each step up in resolution class points to the GPU being the primary bottleneck in this configuration.

The scaling behavior suggests that the system is GPU-limited at resolutions above 1080p. While the CPU is capable of driving higher frame rates, as evidenced by the 136 FPS result at 1080p Low, the GPU cannot sustain those frame rates when the rendering load increases. The data indicates that for a smooth experience at 1440p, users must rely on lower settings presets, while 4K gaming is only viable at the Low preset, where the average of 50 FPS is borderline playable.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its strongest performance. The Low preset yields an average of 136 FPS, providing a highly responsive experience for competitive play. The Medium preset produces an average of 107 FPS, with a minimum of 91 FPS and a maximum of 123 FPS, ensuring consistent frame delivery. High settings drop the average to 86 FPS, and Ultra settings bring it down to 67 FPS. These results show that 1080p gaming is comfortable across all settings, with even the most demanding Ultra preset maintaining playable frame rates.

At 2560x1440, performance becomes more variable. The Low preset achieves an average of 89 FPS, which remains smooth for most gameplay scenarios. Medium settings average 71 FPS, with a minimum of 60 FPS and a maximum of 81 FPS. This range indicates occasional frame dips that could be noticeable in fast-paced multiplayer encounters. High settings reduce the average to 56 FPS, and Ultra settings drop it to 44 FPS. The lower frame rates at these settings suggest that users targeting 1440p should prefer Low or Medium presets for a consistently smooth experience.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings produce an average of 50 FPS, which is acceptable but not ideal for fast-paced action. Medium settings average 39 FPS, with a minimum of 33 FPS and a maximum of 45 FPS. High settings drop to 31 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 24 FPS, making them unsuitable for gameplay. The 4K results clearly show that this combo is not designed for high-resolution gaming, and users must accept significant compromises in visual quality to achieve playable frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The processor features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration provides solid processing power for gaming, and its benchmark results confirm its position as a capable mid-range CPU.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is significant, as the game is known for being sensitive to processor performance in multiplayer scenarios. The CPU's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15989 and a single-core score of 2257, indicate that it has sufficient single-threaded performance for gaming workloads. Its Passmark single-thread score of 3456 and multi-thread score of 18747 further reinforce its capabilities. The CPU's 72nd percentile ranking against all CPUs suggests that it outperforms the majority of processors in the database, making it a strong partner for the Arc B570.

However, the measured FPS data suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this system. The substantial frame rate drops when moving from 1080p to 1440p and 4K indicate that the GPU is the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, where the CPU has less rendering work to feed the GPU, the system achieves 136 FPS, demonstrating that the processor can handle high frame rates. The CPU's 3DMark scores, including a max-thread score of 5890 and a single-thread score of 910, show balanced performance across different thread counts, which is well-suited for a game like Fivem that may not fully utilize all 12 threads.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution. For 1080p gaming, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 107 FPS and a minimum of 91 FPS. This ensures smooth gameplay without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. The High preset is also viable at 86 FPS, providing better visuals while maintaining playable frame rates. The Ultra preset, at 67 FPS, is acceptable for users who prioritize image quality over frame rate consistency.

For 1440p, the Low preset is the recommended choice, delivering an average of 89 FPS. This provides a responsive experience that is crucial for multiplayer games. The Medium preset, at 71 FPS, is a viable alternative for users who want better visuals, though the minimum of 60 FPS approaches the threshold where frame timing issues may become noticeable. The High and Ultra presets, at 56 and 44 FPS respectively, are best avoided for competitive play, as they may result in a suboptimal experience.

For 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only recommendation, with an average of 50 FPS. This is playable but leaves little headroom for demanding scenes. The Medium preset, at 39 FPS, is borderline, and its minimum of 33 FPS indicates that frame rates can drop to uncomfortable levels. The High and Ultra presets, at 31 and 24 FPS respectively, should be avoided entirely, as they do not provide a satisfactory gaming experience. Overall, users should prioritize resolution and settings combinations that keep the average frame rate above 60 FPS for the best experience in Fivem.