Fivem

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT delivers a well-rounded Fivem experience, but the data reveals that the graphics card is the primary constraint at higher resolutions. Across the measured resolution and settings matrix, the combo handles 1080p and 1440p with smooth frame rates, while 4K remains a challenge for the Radeon RX 6600 XT. The i5-12400F provides ample headroom for the GPU to stretch its legs, though the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows significantly as pixel count rises. The following analysis breaks down the benchmark results to show exactly where this pairing excels and where it falls short.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combination for Fivem?

A: This combo ranks 1304 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all tested systems. The data suggests a mid-pack performance tier, with the GPU's 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs being the more limiting factor compared to the CPU's 77th percentile.

Q: How does the RX 6600 XT compare to its nearest rival in terms of raw GPU score?

A: The RX 6600 XT's average benchmark score of 27985 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti, which scores 27956, showing a delta of just 0.1%. It is also 0.9% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, which scores 28238, indicating a performance tier where small margins separate competitors.

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved by this combo in the measured data?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 160.4 fps at 1920x1080 with Low settings. This is the only setting and resolution combination that exceeds 160 fps, demonstrating the GPU's capability when pixel load is minimized.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 6600 XT have and what memory type is it?

A: The RX 6600 XT features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The memory clock operates at 2000 MHz, which translates to 16 Gbps effective speed, a configuration that appears adequate for Fivem's demands at 1080p and 1440p.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Intel Core i5-12400F?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F has a launch MSRP of $174. This places it as an accessible 6-core processor within the Core 12th Gen family, though its performance metrics show it competes closely with older and newer chips alike.

Q: Does the data show a large performance gap between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: Yes, at 1920x1080, the difference between Low (160.4 fps) and Ultra (77.8 fps) is 82.6 fps, a substantial 106% performance swing. This indicates that Fivem's Ultra preset imposes a heavy load on the GPU, nearly halving the frame rate compared to Low settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1304 out of 1792 combos places it firmly in the lower-middle portion of the database for Fivem. With a percentile ranking of 77 for the CPU and 71 for the GPU, the pairing is slightly CPU-favored, meaning the processor has more relative headroom than the graphics card. This rank suggests that while the combo is capable of playable frame rates, it is not among the high-end performers for this multiplayer title, which can be demanding due to its open-world nature and multiple-player interactions.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 19221 is remarkably close to its nearest rivals, with a 0.1% delta from the Intel Core i7-8700K and a 0.3% delta from the Intel Core i5-1335U. This tight clustering indicates that the i5-12400F's performance is well-established as a baseline for this generation. The GPU's average score of 27985 is similarly competitive, with only a 0.4% delta from the AMD Radeon R9 M395X and a 0.9% delta from the RTX 3070. The rank data, combined with these rival deltas, paints a picture of a balanced but not exceptional system for Fivem, where the GPU will often dictate playable settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is the star of this show, and its specifications explain the measured FPS patterns. With 2048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, the GPU is built for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and the data confirms this. The base clock of 1968 MHz and boost clock of 2589 MHz, with a game clock of 2359 MHz, provide the computational muscle needed for Fivem's dynamic environments. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory is sufficient for the measured resolutions, though the 128-bit bus width and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth could become a limiting factor at 4K, where the GPU is clearly struggling.

The GPU's 71st percentile ranking among all GPUs, paired with its near-identical score to the GTX 980 Ti, highlights that this is a mid-range card. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra (29.4 fps) versus 4K Low (55.7 fps) shows a 89% performance increase just by lowering settings, which points to the GPU being the primary bottleneck at that resolution. The FP32 compute of 10.60 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 165.7 GPixel/s are respectable for the card's class, but they are not enough to sustain high frame rates at 3840x2160. The GPU's end-of-life production status also suggests that this is a mature product with known capabilities.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 160.4 fps, Medium drops to 124.4 fps, High yields 97.6 fps, and Ultra falls to 77.8 fps. These numbers show a clear linear progression, with each preset step costing roughly 20-30 fps. The 77.8 fps at Ultra is still playable, but the jump from High to Ultra represents a 20% performance hit for what may be marginal visual gains.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease but remain respectable. Low settings average 103.8 fps, Medium hits 82.2 fps, High reaches 66.5 fps, and Ultra drops to 48.9 fps. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at High settings costs 31.1 fps, a 32% reduction, which is expected given the increased pixel count. At 1440p Ultra, the frame rate dips below 50 fps, which may feel less smooth for competitive multiplayer scenarios.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings average 55.7 fps, Medium drops to 48.6 fps, High falls to 38 fps, and Ultra bottoms out at 29.4 fps. The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 fps threshold that many consider the minimum for playable gaming, making this resolution impractical for the RX 6600 XT in Fivem. The data shows a consistent pattern where the GPU's performance scales predictably with resolution, but the 4K results indicate a hardware ceiling.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling data reveals the GPU's bottleneck characteristics. From 1080p Low (160.4 fps) to 1440p Low (103.8 fps), the frame rate drops by 35.3%. Continuing to 4K Low (55.7 fps), the drop from 1440p is another 46.3%. This non-linear scaling suggests that the GPU is not purely pixel-bound, as the frame rate does not halve when pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K. The 4K Low result is 34.7% of the 1080p Low result, indicating that other factors, such as memory bandwidth or driver overhead, are coming into play.

At Ultra settings, the scaling is even more dramatic. The drop from 1080p Ultra (77.8 fps) to 1440p Ultra (48.9 fps) is 37.1%, and the further drop to 4K Ultra (29.4 fps) is 39.9%. The 4K Ultra result is only 37.8% of the 1080p Ultra performance, showing that the GPU's ROPs and texture units are saturated at high pixel counts. The data implies that the RX 6600 XT is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, where the CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads can keep up with the GPU's output, rather than at 4K where the GPU becomes the clear limiting component.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 10 nm process node make it a capable partner for the RX 6600 XT. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU scores 16518 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 2332 in single-core, with a Passmark multithread score of 19433. These numbers place it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, showing that it has enough headroom to feed the GPU in most gaming scenarios.

The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-8700K, has an average score of 19210, just 0.1% behind the i5-12400F's 19221. This close margin suggests that the i5-12400F offers similar performance to a previous-generation high-end desktop chip, making it a solid foundation for this combo. In Fivem, which can be CPU-intensive in crowded multiplayer scenarios, the 12 threads and 4.40 GHz boost clock help maintain frame times. However, the data shows that at 1080p Low, the CPU is not bottlenecking, as the GPU produces 160.4 fps without issue. The CPU's role becomes more apparent at lower resolutions and settings, where it must work harder to keep the GPU fed, but the benchmark results indicate it does so effectively.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data suggests that the best experience for this combo is at 2560x1440 with Medium settings, which yields an average of 82.2 fps. This provides a good balance between visual fidelity and smoothness, staying well above the 60 fps target. For players who prefer higher frame rates, 1920x1080 with High settings is an excellent choice, delivering 97.6 fps with moderate graphical enhancements. The 1080p High preset offers a 25% performance improvement over 1440p Medium, though at the cost of lower resolution.

At 4K, the data does not support a recommended preset, as even Low settings only achieve 55.7 fps, which may be acceptable for some but is below the 60 fps threshold for smooth play. The 4K Ultra result of 29.4 fps is not recommended for anyone seeking a responsive experience. For those who must play at 4K, 4K Low is the only viable option, but the performance drop from 1440p Medium is significant. The Ultra preset at 1080p, with 77.8 fps, is a viable alternative for players who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, but the jump from High to Ultra is not worth the 20% performance cost in most cases. The data clearly points to 1440p Medium as the sweet spot for this hardware pairing in Fivem.