Fivem

The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination delivers a clear performance hierarchy in Fivem, with the data revealing a system that scales predictably across resolutions and settings. The measured frames per second (FPS) show a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s six cores and twelve threads provide a solid foundation that prevents major bottlenecks at lower settings. This analysis breaks down the measured rows to explain where the limits lie and how the hardware behaves under different loads.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is dramatic, and the pattern points directly at the GPU as the limiting factor. At Low settings, the system delivers 159 FPS at 1080p, but falls to 105 FPS at 1440p and then 58 FPS at 4K. That is a 64% reduction from 1080p to 4K, which is a steep decline that indicates the RTX 2060 SUPER’s 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth are being saturated. The GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus is not the issue at these settings, but the raw compute power is.

The scaling becomes even more telling at Ultra settings. At 1080p, the combo achieves 78 FPS, which drops to 51 FPS at 1440p and then to 28 FPS at 4K. The delta between 1440p and 4K is a 45% loss, while the jump from 1080p to 1440p is a 35% loss. This nonlinear decline suggests that the GPU’s shading units (2176) and texture units (136) are overwhelmed as pixel count rises, pushing the render pipeline to its limits. The 4K Ultra result of 28 FPS is nearly unplayable, confirming that this resolution is beyond the card’s comfortable envelope for this game.

The medium preset shows a similar trend, with 126 FPS at 1080p, 83 FPS at 1440p, and 46 FPS at 4K. Here, the min FPS values are revealing: at 1440p Medium, the minimum is 70 FPS, while at 4K Medium it falls to 39 FPS. These minimums indicate frame time spikes that are more pronounced at higher resolutions, a classic sign of GPU memory bandwidth pressure. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s base clock of 1470 MHz and boost clock of 1650 MHz are fixed, so the only variable is the workload, and the data shows that 4K demands more than this card can consistently deliver.

At 1080p, the scaling from Low to Ultra shows a 51% performance drop (159 to 78 FPS), which is less severe than the resolution scaling but still significant. This suggests that at 1080p, the CPU’s 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 2.50 GHz base clock are adequate to feed the GPU, but the GPU still becomes the bottleneck as settings increase. The fact that 1080p Low hits 159 FPS, which is near the double of 4K Low’s 58 FPS, underscores that the limiting component is the GPU’s pixel fill rate and compute throughput, not the CPU.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience for this combo is the Medium preset at 1920x1080, which delivers 126 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS. This provides a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience that stays well above the 60 FPS threshold, with the min FPS indicating no severe dips. The High preset at 1080p comes close with 101 FPS, but the lack of min/max data means we cannot verify frame consistency, making Medium the safer choice for competitive play.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset is the sweet spot, offering 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. This is playable for most users, though the 70 FPS minimum suggests occasional drops that could be noticeable on a 144Hz monitor. The High preset at 1440p drops to 66 FPS, which is still playable but leaves less headroom for busy multiplayer scenes. The Low preset at 1440p hits 105 FPS, but the visual quality loss may not be worth the extra frames for a game like Fivem, where environmental detail matters.

For 4K, the data is clear: the Low preset is the only viable option, delivering 58 FPS. The Medium preset at 46 FPS is borderline, and the High preset at 37 FPS is too choppy for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset at 28 FPS is effectively unplayable. Therefore, the recommendation is to avoid 4K unless you are willing to accept Low settings, as the GPU simply lacks the compute power to handle higher presets at this resolution.

The Ultra preset is the worst choice at any resolution, with 78 FPS at 1080p, 51 FPS at 1440p, and 28 FPS at 4K. The performance gain from High to Ultra is not worth the FPS loss, as the RTX 2060 SUPER’s 64 ROPs and 105.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are not sufficient to handle the extra effects. The data suggests that Medium or High at 1080p is the best balance, with Medium at 1440p as a secondary option for users with a 1440p monitor.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-12400F plays a supporting role in this combo, but its specifications are crucial for maintaining high FPS at lower resolutions. With 6 cores and 12 threads, the CPU can handle Fivem’s multiplayer workloads, which often involve many NPCs and scripted events. The base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.40 GHz provide a wide frequency range, and the 18 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency. The CPU’s 3DMark single-thread score of 909 and multi-thread score of 5912 indicate strong per-core performance, which is essential for game logic that is not fully parallelized.

At 1080p Low, the CPU is clearly not the bottleneck, as the system achieves 159 FPS. This is likely near the CPU’s limit for this game, but the high FPS indicates that the i5-12400F can keep up with the GPU’s output. The PassMark single-thread score of 3481 and multithread score of 19433 confirm that the CPU has enough headroom for most gaming scenarios. However, the fact that 1080p Ultra drops to 78 FPS, while 1440p Low stays at 105 FPS, suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor even at higher settings.

The CPU’s memory support for DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel bus, means that memory bandwidth is not a constraint for this game. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 5895 and max-thread score of 5912 show that the CPU scales well with additional threads, but Fivem is unlikely to use all 12 threads effectively. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12380 and single-core score of 1680 indicate that the CPU is a mid-range performer, sitting at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, which is adequate for this game.

The data implies that the CPU’s role is to provide a stable foundation, not to push FPS higher. At 1080p, the CPU can deliver up to 159 FPS, but the GPU limits further gains. At 4K, the CPU is entirely idle, as the GPU drops to 28 FPS at Ultra. The CPU’s 65W TDP and 10 nm process node mean it runs cool and efficient, but the performance is capped by the GPU in all measured scenarios. The nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with an average score of 19047, show that the i5-12400F is competitive, but the difference is negligible for gaming.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60 FPS?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 Medium delivers 126 FPS, and 2560x1440 Medium delivers 83 FPS, both above 60 FPS. At 4K, only Low settings reach 58 FPS, which is just below 60 FPS.

Q: Why is the FPS drop so severe from 1440p to 4K?

A: The RTX 2060 SUPER’s 7.181 TFLOPS and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 28 FPS, a 45% reduction from 1440p Ultra’s 51 FPS, showing the GPU is the bottleneck.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance at any resolution?

A: At 1080p Low, the system hits 159 FPS, which is likely near the CPU’s limit, but the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher settings. The i5-12400F’s 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for this game.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worth using?

A: No, the Ultra preset provides only a marginal visual improvement over High but costs significant FPS. At 1080p, Ultra drops to 78 FPS from High’s 101 FPS, and at 4K it falls to 28 FPS, which is unplayable.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 SUPER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score is 18093, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile at 18159 (0.4% higher) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 at 18189 (0.5% higher). The differences are minimal, so performance is similar.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 1440p Medium?

A: The minimum FPS at 2560x1440 Medium is 70, with an average of 83 and a maximum of 95. This indicates occasional dips but overall smooth performance.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the dominant component in this combo, and its specifications directly explain the measured FPS. The GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory with 448.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the memory bus is saturated, leading to the steep FPS drops. The 256-bit bus width and 14 Gbps effective memory speed are not enough for 4K Ultra, where the 28 FPS result is a clear indication of bandwidth starvation.

The GPU’s 2176 shading units and 136 TMUs are responsible for the texture and pixel processing, and the 105.6 GPixel/s pixel rate is the limiting factor at high resolutions. The 4K High result of 37 FPS and 4K Medium of 46 FPS show that the GPU cannot maintain playable frame rates above Low at 4K. The 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is a mid-range figure, placing the GPU at the 62nd percentile of all GPUs, which is adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

The RTX 2060 SUPER’s boost clock of 1650 MHz and base clock of 1470 MHz are modest, and the 175W TDP means it is not a power-hungry card. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2011 and PassMark G3D score of 16462 confirm that the GPU is a capable 1080p performer, but it struggles with 4K. The nearest rivals, such as the RTX 3060 Mobile with a score of 18159, are within 0.4% of the RTX 2060 SUPER, indicating that this card is at the edge of its performance class.

The GPU’s 34 RT cores and 272 tensor cores are present but not heavily utilized in Fivem, as the game does not require ray tracing at the measured settings. The data shows that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at all resolutions above 1080p, and even at 1080p, the Ultra preset causes a significant FPS drop. The 12 nm process node and 10,800 million transistors are older technology, but the card remains competitive for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers a wide range of FPS depending on settings. Low settings produce an average of 159 FPS, which is the highest measured value across all configurations. Medium settings drop to 126 FPS, with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 145 FPS, providing a consistent experience. High settings yield 101 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 78 FPS. The delta from Low to Ultra is 81 FPS, or a 51% reduction, showing that the GPU is heavily taxed by Ultra effects.

At 2560x1440, the FPS drops are more pronounced. Low settings average 105 FPS, which is still playable, while Medium settings average 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. High settings drop to 66 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 51 FPS. The min FPS at Medium (70) is the only min/max data available at this resolution, indicating that the frame pacing is acceptable but not perfect. The delta from Low to Ultra is 54 FPS, or a 51% reduction, consistent with the 1080p scaling.

At 3840x2160, the performance is severely limited. Low settings average 58 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS target, while Medium settings average 46 FPS with a minimum of 39 FPS and a maximum of 53 FPS. High settings drop to 37 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 28 FPS. The min FPS at 4K Medium (39) is the lowest measured minimum, indicating significant frame drops during intense scenes. The delta from Low to Ultra is 30 FPS, or a 52% reduction, but the absolute values are too low for smooth gameplay.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 2060 SUPER loses about 50% of its performance when moving from Low to Ultra at any resolution. However, the absolute FPS at 4K is too low for a good experience, even at Low settings. The 1080p Medium preset offers the best balance of FPS and visual quality, with 126 FPS and a min FPS of 107, ensuring no noticeable stutters.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-12400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER combination ranks 2581 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the 30th percentile of all systems. This is a mid-to-low ranking, reflecting the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions. The combo’s performance is adequate for 1080p gaming, where it can achieve high FPS, but it falls behind in 4K scenarios, where the 28 FPS Ultra result drags down the overall ranking.

The ranking is influenced by the fact that many other combos feature more powerful GPUs, such as the RTX 3060 Mobile, which scores 18159 in benchmarks, or the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, which scores 18189. The RTX 2060 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 18093 is only 0.4% lower than the RTX 3060 Mobile, so the combo’s ranking is not far off from what a similar GPU would achieve. However, the CPU’s 73rd percentile ranking is solid, so the bottleneck is clearly the GPU.

The combo’s rank of 2581 suggests that it is not a top-tier system for Fivem, but it is by no means the worst. The data indicates that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can compete with higher-ranked systems. At 1440p, it becomes less competitive, and at 4K, it falls into the bottom quartile. The ranking is a reflection of the GPU’s 62nd percentile performance, which is a mid-range score, and the CPU’s inability to compensate for the GPU’s weaknesses at higher resolutions.

The measured FPS at 1080p Low (159) is higher than many systems with better rankings, but the 4K Ultra result (28) is among the lowest. This disparity shows that the combo is inconsistent across resolutions, and the ranking captures this by averaging the performance across all settings. The 3707 combos tested include both older and newer hardware, and this combo sits in the middle, offering a balanced but not exceptional experience.