Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer modification that stresses both CPU and GPU, and the benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-12400 paired with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti reveals a system that is well-balanced but ultimately limited by its graphics card at higher resolutions. The combination ranks 2080th out of 3707 tested combos in this game, placing it in the middle of the pack, and the measured frame rates show a clear pattern where performance scales strongly with resolution and settings. The 6-core, 12-thread processor provides a solid foundation, while the 11 GB graphics card handles the load at 1080p but begins to struggle as pixel count increases, making this a capable setup for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming but a compromise at 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1920x1080 with High settings?

A: The average FPS at 1080p with High settings is 113, which is a very playable level for most users.

Q: How much faster is 1080p Low compared to 4K Ultra?

A: The 1080p Low preset achieves an average of 180 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset averages just 32 FPS, representing a massive 148 FPS difference between the two extremes tested.

Q: What is the only resolution and settings combination with a recorded minimum FPS in the data?

A: The Medium settings preset at every resolution (1920x1080, 2560x1440, and 3840x2160) includes a minFps value, with the lowest being 44 FPS at 4K and the highest being 121 FPS at 1080p.

Q: How does the GTX 1080 Ti's average benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The GTX 1080 Ti has an average benchmark score of 15,548, which is 1.7% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060's score of 15,290.

Q: What is the processor's percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400 sits in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the majority of processors in the database.

Q: What is the best average FPS recorded for this combo at 2560x1440?

A: The best 1440p result is 118 FPS, achieved with the Low settings preset.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. In Fivem, which is known for being sensitive to single-thread performance, the processor's 3dmark_single_thread score of 910 and its 3dmark_2_threads score of 1,692 suggest the CPU has the horsepower to feed the GPU in many scenarios. The multi-threaded capabilities are equally solid, with a 3dmark_max_threads score of 5,890 and a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 15,989, which helps when the game engine has to process many entities and players simultaneously.

The processor's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core provide a fast data path for game logic. The benchmark results show the CPU's average benchmark score is 18,683, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7643, has an average score of 18,697, which is effectively identical at -0.1% delta. This data implies that for Fivem, the i5-12400 is not the bottleneck at lower resolutions; the system's frame rates at 1080p Low (180 FPS) are high enough that the GPU is likely the limiting factor. The CPU's performance is consistent with a strong mid-range desktop part, and its 65 W TDP and active production status suggest it is a modern, efficient choice.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Fivem, this pairing of the i5-12400 and GTX 1080 Ti achieves a rank of 2,080 out of 3,707 total combos. This places it in the 56th percentile of all tested systems, meaning roughly 44% of combinations perform better and about 56% perform worse. The ranking reflects a system that is capable but not top-tier, which aligns with the measured FPS results where the combo is often pushing above 60 FPS at 1080p but falls below that threshold at 4K Ultra.

The GPU's performance percentile is 58, and its average benchmark score of 15,548 is very close to its nearest rivals. For instance, the AMD Radeon R9 M380 scores 15,521 (a 0.2% delta), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 scores 15,290 (a 1.7% delta). This suggests the GTX 1080 Ti is a solid performer that is slightly better than the RTX 2060 in aggregate benchmarks, but it is not in the same league as modern high-end cards. The CPU's percentile of 72 is significantly higher than the GPU's 58, which is a clear indicator that the graphics card is the weaker link in this combination for gaming workloads like Fivem.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo shows strong performance across all settings. The Low preset delivers an average of 180 FPS, which is excellent for high-refresh-rate monitors. Medium settings drop the average to 142 FPS, with a minimum of 121 and a maximum of 163 FPS. High settings yield 113 FPS, and even Ultra maintains a playable 88 FPS. This data indicates that at 1080p, the system is fully capable of providing a smooth experience regardless of the visual quality chosen, and the GPU is the primary driver of performance, as the CPU has enough headroom to process the game's logic.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down predictably. Low settings average 118 FPS, which is still very smooth. Medium settings produce an average of 93 FPS, with a minimum of 79 and a maximum of 107 FPS. High settings average 75 FPS, and Ultra drops to 58 FPS. At this resolution, the system remains highly usable, with Medium and High settings providing a good balance of visual quality and performance. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is noticeable but not drastic, showing the GPU can still handle the increased pixel load.

At 3840x2160, the limitations of the GTX 1080 Ti become apparent. Low settings average 66 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 52 FPS, with a minimum of 44 and a maximum of 60 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. High settings drop to 41 FPS, and Ultra falls to 32 FPS, which is not ideal for a fast-paced multiplayer game. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is only viable with lower settings presets, and even then, the frame rates are not consistently high.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is based on the GP102 chip and uses the Pascal architecture, manufactured on a 16 nm process. It features 11 GB of GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 484.4 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1481 MHz and a boost clock of 1582 MHz, with a memory clock of 1376 MHz (11 Gbps effective). These specs make it a formidable card for its era, and its 11,800 million transistors on a 471 mm² die indicate a large, powerful chip.

The GPU's benchmark results show a passmark_g3d score of 18,600 and a 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 2,231, with an average benchmark score of 15,548 and a percentile of 58. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, scores 15,679, which is -0.8% delta, meaning the GTX 1080 Ti is slightly slower. The data from Fivem suggests that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The 11 GB of VRAM is ample for this game, but the raw compute power of 11.34 TFLOPS is not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K with high visual settings. The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep, confirming that the GPU is stretched to its limits.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience at 1920x1080, the High settings preset is recommended, as it delivers an average of 113 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a good visual upgrade over Medium. For users with high refresh rate monitors, the Low preset at 180 FPS is optimal, but High offers a better balance of quality and speed. Ultra at 88 FPS is also viable for those who prioritize visuals over maximum frame rates.

At 2560x1440, the Medium settings preset is the sweet spot, averaging 93 FPS with a minimum of 79 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even in heavy scenes. High settings at 75 FPS are also acceptable, but Ultra at 58 FPS is borderline and may cause noticeable stuttering in crowded areas. At 3840x2160, the Low preset at 66 FPS is the only recommended option for a playable experience. Medium at 52 FPS is playable but has a minimum of 44 FPS, which could be problematic. High and Ultra are not recommended, as they dip to 41 and 32 FPS respectively, which is too low for a competitive multiplayer title.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K is dramatic. At High settings, the average frame rate drops from 113 FPS at 1080p to 75 FPS at 1440p and then to 41 FPS at 4K. This represents a 34% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a further 45% drop from 1440p to 4K. At Low settings, the drop is from 180 FPS at 1080p to 118 FPS at 1440p (a 34% decrease) and then to 66 FPS at 4K (a 44% decrease). This scaling pattern indicates that the system is heavily GPU-bound, as the frame rate decreases almost proportionally with the number of pixels rendered.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this pairing, as the performance drop is consistent with what would be expected from a GPU bottleneck. If the CPU were the constraint, the frame rates would be more similar across resolutions at lower settings. The fact that 1080p Low reaches 180 FPS while 4K Low only reaches 66 FPS points to the GTX 1080 Ti's inability to keep up with the pixel fill rate demands of higher resolutions. This is a classic sign of a graphics card that is a generation or two behind the current standard, making it a capable 1080p performer but not a 4K solution.