Fivem

The Intel Core i5-12400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers a substantial performance envelope in Fivem, with frame rates that scale predictably across resolutions and settings. The data indicates a system that is heavily GPU-bound at higher resolutions, while at 1080p, the CPU begins to assert its influence, creating an interesting dynamic for players seeking maximum refresh rates. This analysis breaks down the measured results to show exactly where this combination excels and where its limitations appear.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases, which is typical for a high-end GPU like the RX 7900 XT. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 280.2 FPS. Moving to 1440p, that figure drops to 186 FPS, a reduction of 94.2 FPS. At 4K, the average falls further to 104.7 FPS. This progression shows that the GPU is the primary scaling component; as pixel count rises, the rendering workload increases, directly reducing output.

However, the scaling is not perfectly linear, which points to a shift in the bottleneck. From 1080p Low to 1440p Low, there is a 33.6% drop in FPS. From 1440p Low to 4K Low, the drop is 43.7%. The larger percentage drop at the higher resolution step suggests that the GPU is being tasked more heavily at 4K, whereas at 1080p, the processor may be limiting the absolute ceiling. This is further evidenced by the Ultra settings: 1080p Ultra yields 137.8 FPS, while 1440p Ultra yields 90.4 FPS and 4K Ultra drops to 49.8 FPS. The gap between 1080p and 1440p at Ultra is 47.4 FPS, which is a smaller margin than the 90.4 to 49.8 FPS gap seen moving to 4K, reinforcing that the GPU is the dominant constraint at higher pixel densities.

The data implies that for a 4K experience, the RX 7900 XT is the limiting factor, with even Low settings only just managing to break the 100 FPS average. At 1080p, the i5-12400F's six cores and 12 threads appear sufficient to keep the GPU well-fed at lower settings, but the gap between Low and High at 1080p (280.2 vs 173.6 FPS) suggests that the GPU is still doing most of the work. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High (173.6 to 115.4 FPS) shows a 33.5% drop, which is a significant cost for the resolution bump, indicating that this game's engine places a heavy load on the shader units at higher resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

The measured rows provide a clear view of the trade-off between visual fidelity and frame rate. For players targeting the highest refresh rates, the Low preset at 1080p is the standout choice, delivering an average of 280.2 FPS. This is a massive 57.4% faster than the Medium preset at the same resolution, which yields 222.7 FPS. The jump to High at 1080p brings the average down to 173.6 FPS, which is still a capable figure but represents a significant sacrifice of 106.6 FPS compared to Low.

The data suggests that the Medium preset offers a sensible middle ground for 1440p gaming. At 1440p, Medium produces an average of 142.4 FPS, while High drops to 115.4 FPS. The difference of 27 FPS is noticeable, but Medium still provides a smooth experience that is likely well above the refresh rate of many monitors. At 4K, the High preset is the only option that provides a playable experience, with an average of 67.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K falls to 49.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many consider the minimum for smooth gameplay.

For a balanced experience, the High preset at 1440p seems to be the sweet spot, offering a 115.4 FPS average that is both visually pleasing and responsive. However, if the goal is to absolutely maximize frame rates for competitive play, the Low preset at 1080p is the clear winner. The Ultra preset, while visually demanding, shows a steep performance cost, and its 137.8 FPS at 1080p is only marginally better than the High preset at 1440p, making it a less efficient choice for the added visual load.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-12400F and AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT holds a combo rank of 368 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the top 20.5% of all possible pairings, which is a strong showing for a system that pairs a mid-range CPU with a high-end GPU. The ranking indicates that this setup is likely to outperform a significant majority of other configurations in this specific game.

The CPU's individual performance is a key factor in this ranking. The i5-12400F sits in the 77th percentile against all CPUs, and its average benchmark score of 19221 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. It is just 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-8700K and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-1335U, while being 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS and 1.3% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7773X. This tight clustering suggests that the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo's ranking; it is a solid, mid-pack performer.

The GPU, on the other hand, is a top-tier component. The RX 7900 XT is in the 82nd percentile against all GPUs, and its average benchmark score of 38358 is virtually tied with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile, showing a 0% delta. It is also 0.3% ahead of the NVIDIA CMP 70HX and 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, while being 0.4% behind the NVIDIA GeForce MX570. This suggests that the GPU is the primary driver of the combo's high rank, pulling the overall performance upward despite the CPU's more modest standing.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 280.2, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low preset.

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

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K, the High preset yields an average of 67.1 FPS, while the Low preset reaches 104.7 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 49.8 FPS, which may not be ideal for all players.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i5-12400F has an average benchmark score of 19221, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-8700K's score of 19210.

Q: What is the FPS difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset averages 280.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 137.8 FPS, a difference of 142.4 FPS.

Q: Is the GPU considered high-end based on its benchmark scores?

A: Yes, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT has an average benchmark score of 38358 and is in the 82nd percentile, placing it above the vast majority of GPUs.

Q: Which setting provides the best balance at 2560x1440?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 142.4 FPS, which is significantly higher than the High preset's 115.4 FPS, making it a strong choice for high-refresh-rate gaming.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT is the dominant force in this combo's gaming performance. Its 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 320-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 800.0 GB/s, which is critical for handling the high-resolution textures and complex scenes common in a multiplayer game like Fivem. The large memory pool ensures that the GPU does not run out of video memory, even at 4K with higher settings, which could cause stuttering. The 4K High result of 67.1 FPS shows that the GPU is being heavily utilized, and the fact that it maintains a playable frame rate at this resolution confirms its raw compute power.

The GPU's clock speeds also play a role in its performance. The base clock is 1387 MHz, with a game clock of 2025 MHz and a boost clock of 2394 MHz. The high boost clock allows the GPU to ramp up performance when needed, which is evident in the significant FPS gains seen when moving from Ultra to Low settings. The GPU's 5376 shading units and 192 ROPs are key to its ability to render the game's geometry and effects. The performance difference between the Low and High presets at 1080p (280.2 vs 173.6 FPS) indicates that the GPU is capable of handling the rendering load, but the settings dictate how much of that capability is used.

The GPU's benchmark scores corroborate its strong role. Its Passmark G3D score of 29009 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5623 highlight its DirectX 12 capabilities. The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of frame rates, as reducing settings has a much larger impact on FPS than reducing resolution. This suggests that in Fivem, the GPU is the bottleneck at all tested resolutions, with the CPU's role being secondary.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F plays a supporting but essential role in this configuration. With 6 cores and 12 threads, it provides enough parallelism to feed the powerful GPU without becoming a major bottleneck. The CPU's base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz ensure that single-threaded performance is strong, which is important for game logic and physics. The 18 MB of shared L3 cache helps to reduce latency when accessing frequently used data.

The CPU's benchmark results show it is a competent performer. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16518 and single-core score of 2332 are solid figures. However, its performance relative to rivals is very close. The data shows it is virtually tied with the Intel Core i7-8700K, being only 0.1% ahead. This suggests that while the CPU is not a weak link, it does not provide a significant performance advantage over its predecessors. In the context of Fivem, this is acceptable, as the game is not shown to be heavily reliant on multi-core scaling.

The evidence for the CPU's role is most apparent at 1080p with Low settings. The 280.2 FPS average is likely approaching the CPU's limit, as the GPU is not being fully taxed at this low resolution. If the CPU were more powerful, we might see even higher frame rates at 1080p. However, at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that the CPU's performance becomes less relevant, as the frame rates are dictated by the GPU's rendering speed. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking confirms that it is a capable, mainstream part that can keep up with high-end GPUs in most scenarios, but it is the GPU that ultimately defines this combo's high rank.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the data shows a clear hierarchy of settings. The Low preset achieves an average of 280.2 FPS, the highest of any configuration. The Medium preset follows with 222.7 FPS, a 57.5 FPS decrease. The High preset yields 173.6 FPS, and the Ultra preset brings up the rear with 137.8 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra represents a 142.4 FPS drop.

At 2560x1440, the pattern continues. The Low preset averages 186 FPS. The Medium preset delivers 142.4 FPS, a 43.6 FPS reduction. The High preset produces 115.4 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 90.4 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 95.6 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is pushed hardest. The Low preset records 104.7 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 79.4 FPS. The High preset achieves 67.1 FPS, and the Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 49.8 FPS. The total spread from Low to Ultra at 4K is 54.9 FPS. The data across all resolutions shows that the Low preset consistently provides a significant FPS advantage, while the Ultra preset, for this particular combo, is best reserved for users who prioritize visual quality over raw frame rates.