Fivem

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture, using a 10 nm process node. Its base clock sits at 2.50 GHz, boosting up to 4.60 GHz, and it carries 20 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 1.25 MB of L2 per core. The chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory across a dual-channel bus, which gives system builders flexibility, though its memory bandwidth is not listed in the data.

In synthetic workloads, this CPU posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21279 and a single-core score of 3004. The Geekbench results show 10971 multi-core and 2301 single-core. These numbers place the i5-13400F at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs tested, with an average benchmark score of 25236.

The nearest rivals provide context for how this chip stacks up. The Intel Core i7-13620H scores 25201, a mere 0.1% behind the i5-13400F. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D sits 0.5% ahead at 25365, while the AMD EPYC 9474F and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 are 0.5% behind and 0.5% ahead respectively. This clustering suggests the i5-13400F is right in the heart of a competitive performance band — small deltas between these chips mean real-world differences will often come down to the specific workload rather than raw compute dominance.

For FiveM, a multiplayer modification platform, the CPU's thread handling matters significantly. The 16 threads here allow for decent distribution across the many scripted entities, player avatars, and network-related tasks that multiplayer servers generate. The 20 MB L3 cache is particularly relevant for the repeated data access patterns typical of modded game logic. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz on the performance cores helps maintain responsiveness when single-threaded server scripts become the bottleneck — a common scenario in populated FiveM sessions where individual scripts can serialize.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture with a 7 nm process, featuring the Navi 22 chip with 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. The GPU's base clock is 2321 MHz, with a boost clock of 2581 MHz and a game clock of 2424 MHz. Memory runs at 2000 MHz, effectively 16 Gbps, across a 192-bit bus for 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory is a standout feature. FiveM's custom assets, high-resolution textures, and multiple player-created mods can easily consume VRAM, and 12 GB provides substantial headroom. The GPU's 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output pipelines deliver a 165.2 GPixel/s pixel rate and 413.0 GTexel/s texture rate. Compute performance reaches 13.21 TFLOPS FP32.

In the benchmark rankings, the RX 6700 XT sits at the 77th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 33721. The nearest rivals show tight competition: the AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 33493, just 0.7% behind, while the AMD Radeon HD 7950 and RX 480 are each 1% ahead at 34050 and 34059 respectively. Interestingly, the NVIDIA RTX A5000 trails by 1.3% at 33294. This grouping indicates the RX 6700 XT is competitive with a broad range of cards, though the presence of older AMD cards slightly ahead suggests the performance curve is not strictly linear with generation.

For FiveM specifically, the GPU's role is to render the often heavily modified world. The 12 GB VRAM allows for high-detail texture packs without swapping to system memory, which would cause stutter. The 384.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for the game's asset streaming, especially when player-created content varies widely in quality and optimization.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 188.8 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 125.7 FPS, a reduction of 33.4%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 71.1 FPS, which is 62.3% below the 1080p figure. These percentages indicate a substantial performance cost as pixel count increases.

Looking at High settings, 1080p delivers 121.3 FPS, 1440p drops to 79.6 FPS (down 34.4%), and 4K reaches 44.5 FPS (down 63.3%). The similarity in percentage drops between Low and High settings across resolutions is notable — around one-third reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and roughly two-thirds from 1080p to 4K.

This consistent scaling pattern suggests the system is not dramatically bottlenecked by one component at any single resolution. If the CPU were the primary limiter, we would expect to see smaller FPS drops at higher resolutions, since the GPU would be doing more work while the CPU remains saturated. Instead, the FPS scales fairly proportionally with resolution, indicating a balanced system where both CPU and GPU contribute meaningfully to the final frame rate.

The 4K Ultra result of 35.3 FPS versus 4K Low at 71.1 FPS shows the settings slider has nearly as much impact as resolution itself. This indicates the GPU is being pushed hard at 4K with high settings, and the 12 GB VRAM buffer may be working to accommodate the increased texture loads.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

The data shows a clear progression across settings at each resolution. At 1080p, Low yields 188.8 FPS, Medium drops to 150.1 FPS (a 20.5% reduction), High reaches 121.3 FPS (35.7% below Low), and Ultra falls to 92.3 FPS (51.1% below Low). The gap between Medium and High is 28.8 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is 29.0 FPS — nearly identical steps.

At 1440p, the pattern shifts. Low produces 125.7 FPS, Medium 102.0 FPS, High 79.6 FPS, and Ultra 61.9 FPS. The step from Medium to High is 22.4 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 17.7 FPS. The diminishing returns become more apparent as resolution rises — the cost of each settings tier grows relative to the base frame rate.

For 4K, Low shows 71.1 FPS, Medium 56.0 FPS, High 44.5 FPS, and Ultra 35.3 FPS. At this resolution, even Low settings barely maintain a 60 FPS average, and Ultra drops below 40 FPS.

The most balanced experience appears to be 1440p Medium at 102.0 FPS or 1080p High at 121.3 FPS. Both offer smooth frame rates while maintaining reasonable visual quality. At 4K, the data suggests Medium settings at 56.0 FPS may be the practical ceiling for a consistent experience, though High at 44.5 FPS remains playable for those prioritizing visuals. The 1080p High setting at 121.3 FPS is likely the sweet spot for competitive play where frame rate matters most.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ranks 965th out of 1792 tested combos in FiveM. This places it in the 46th percentile — slightly below the median of all tested configurations. The ranking reflects the measured FPS data across all resolutions and settings, providing a composite score of how this pairing performs in this specific game.

Being in the lower half of tested combos does not mean the experience is poor; rather, it indicates that many of the 1792 combinations tested feature more powerful hardware. The i5-13400F's 82nd percentile CPU ranking and the RX 6700 XT's 77th percentile GPU ranking suggest both components are above average individually. Their combined rank in FiveM, however, is dragged down by the game's particular demands.

FiveM's multiplayer nature often introduces CPU overhead beyond typical single-player games. The 16 threads of the i5-13400F may be sufficient but not exceptional for the script-heavy workload. The 4K results, particularly the 35.3 FPS at Ultra settings, likely contribute to the lower composite rank. At 1080p, the system performs admirably — 188.8 FPS on Low is competitive — but the 4K performance pulls the overall ranking down.

The data implies that this combo is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming in FiveM, but it is not a 4K powerhouse. Users seeking higher 4K frame rates would need to look at combos ranked higher in the database, likely featuring more powerful GPUs.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo achieves in FiveM?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 188.8, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

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

A: At 4K, the system delivers 71.1 FPS on Low settings, 56.0 FPS on Medium, 44.5 FPS on High, and 35.3 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Low result is the only setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F scores 25236 on average, which is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13620H at 25201 and 0.5% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D at 25365.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth with a memory clock of 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective).

Q: What is the frame rate difference between 1080p and 1440p at High settings?

A: At High settings, 1080p averages 121.3 FPS while 1440p averages 79.6 FPS, a difference of 41.7 FPS (approximately a 34.4% reduction).

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in FiveM?

A: This combo ranks 965th out of 1792 tested combinations, placing it in the lower half of the database results.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its strongest performance. Low settings produce an average of 188.8 FPS, Medium settings reach 150.1 FPS, High settings maintain 121.3 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 92.3 FPS. The step from Low to Medium costs 38.7 FPS, from Medium to High costs 28.8 FPS, and from High to Ultra costs 29.0 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 125.7 FPS on Low, 102.0 FPS on Medium, 79.6 FPS on High, and 61.9 FPS on Ultra. The differences between settings are 23.7 FPS (Low to Medium), 22.4 FPS (Medium to High), and 17.7 FPS (High to Ultra). Notably, the gap between settings narrows as quality increases, suggesting the GPU becomes more of a limiting factor at higher settings.

At 3840x2160, performance drops significantly. Low settings average 71.1 FPS, Medium averages 56.0 FPS, High averages 44.5 FPS, and Ultra averages 35.3 FPS. The setting-to-setting deltas are 15.1 FPS (Low to Medium), 11.5 FPS (Medium to High), and 9.2 FPS (High to Ultra). The diminishing returns at 4K indicate that each additional quality tier costs progressively less in absolute frame rate, but the overall performance is constrained by the hardware ceiling.

The complete data set shows a consistent pattern: 1080p is fully playable at all settings, 1440p is smooth up to High settings, and 4K requires Low settings for a 60+ FPS average. The Ultra preset at 4K, at 35.3 FPS, is the only configuration measured below 40 FPS, highlighting the limits of this combo at the highest fidelity and resolution combination.