Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification framework, presents a unique scaling pattern for the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti combination. The data clearly shows a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s strong single-thread performance keeps 1080p framerates exceptionally high. This pairing is well-balanced for the game’s demands, though the GTX 1080 Ti becomes the definitive bottleneck as pixel count rises.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data demonstrates a predictable yet steep decline as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average framerate drops from 182.5 FPS at 1080p to 119.8 FPS at 1440p, then falls to 64.5 FPS at 4K. This represents a 47% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a further 46% reduction from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the rendering load scales nearly linearly with pixel count.

The scaling pattern at High settings is similar but with lower absolute values: 112 FPS at 1080p, 72.4 FPS at 1440p, and 40.5 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 35%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 44%. This steeper decline at the higher resolution range suggests the GTX 1080 Ti’s memory bandwidth and fillrate are becoming critical constraints.

At Ultra settings, the pattern becomes more pronounced. The 1080p result of 91.1 FPS falls to 58.3 FPS at 1440p (a 36% drop) and then to 32.4 FPS at 4K (a 44% drop). The 4K Ultra result is below the 30 FPS playability threshold for many users, confirming that this resolution and settings combination pushes the GPU beyond its comfortable operating range.

The scaling data indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor at any resolution. The i5-13400F’s robust single-thread performance, evidenced by its 3dmark_single_thread score of 960 and passmark_single_thread score of 3634, ensures that the GPU is fully utilized even at 1080p Low where framerates exceed 180 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is built on the 16 nm Pascal architecture with the GP102 chip, featuring 3584 shading units and 88 ROPs. Its memory configuration of 11 GB GDDR5X on a 352-bit bus provides 484.4 GB/s of bandwidth, which is substantial for a GPU from this era. The base clock of 1481 MHz and boost clock of 1582 MHz are relatively high for the architecture, contributing to the card’s 11.34 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

The GPU’s role in Fivem is primarily defined by its rasterization throughput. The pixel rate of 139.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 354.4 GTexel/s directly influence how quickly the game can fill the screen with detailed geometry and textures. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 32.4 suggests that the GPU is working near its limits, as the combination of high resolution and maximum settings demands more from the 11 GB frame buffer than the card can efficiently deliver.

The GTX 1080 Ti’s percentile ranking of 61 among all GPUs places it in the upper-midrange category, and its passmark_g3d score of 18600 reflects solid DirectX 11 performance, which is relevant for Fivem’s rendering pipeline. The card’s nearest rival, NVIDIA TITAN Xp, scores within 1.1% higher, while the GTX 780 and Radeon Pro 560X are essentially tied with 0% and -0.1% deltas respectively. This grouping indicates that the GTX 1080 Ti sits in a performance tier where minor architectural differences yield negligible real-world impact in this game.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-13400F operates with 10 cores and 16 threads, using a hybrid architecture on the Raptor Lake-S design. Its base clock of 2.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz provide strong single-thread responsiveness, which is crucial for Fivem’s simulation and scripting workloads. The 20 MB shared L3 cache helps maintain data locality for the game’s frequently accessed assets.

Benchmark data reinforces the CPU’s capability. The cinebench_r23_multicore score of 21279 and single-core score of 3004 indicate excellent multi-threaded scaling alongside strong per-core performance. The 3dmark_max_threads score of 7307 closely matches the 16-thread score of 7314, suggesting that the CPU’s performance does not degrade when all threads are active, a positive sign for Fivem’s server-side processing demands.

The i5-13400F ranks in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 25236. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, scores 25365, a delta of -0.5%, meaning the i5-13400F is marginally behind. Conversely, it leads the Intel Core i7-13620H by 0.1% and the AMD EPYC 9474F by 0.5%. These close margins suggest that the CPU is not a differentiator in Fivem performance; the GPU dominates the framerate equation.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of this combo’s performance across twelve scenarios. At 1920x1080, the Low preset yields 182.5 FPS, Medium produces 144.9 FPS, High delivers 112 FPS, and Ultra achieves 91.1 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 91.4 FPS, demonstrating that the GTX 1080 Ti has ample headroom even at maximum settings for 1080p gaming.

Moving to 2560x1440, the numbers are 119.8 FPS for Low, 92.1 FPS for Medium, 72.4 FPS for High, and 58.3 FPS for Ultra. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p averages 35% across all settings, which is consistent with the increased pixel count. The 1440p Ultra result remains above 60 FPS, indicating that this combination can handle high-refresh-rate 1440p displays with some settings compromises.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low settings produce 64.5 FPS, Medium yields 50.7 FPS, High manages 40.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 32.4 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured scenario below 40 FPS, and even the Low preset cannot reach 70 FPS, highlighting the GPU’s limitations at this resolution. This data suggests that 4K gaming with this combo is viable only at reduced settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 1039 out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem, placing it in the 42nd percentile of all systems. This ranking reflects the GTX 1080 Ti’s age relative to modern GPUs, as the CPU is more than capable of supporting higher-end graphics cards. The ranking indicates that while this system delivers playable framerates at most settings, it is not positioned as a high-performance enabler for this game.

The discrepancy between the CPU’s 82nd percentile and the GPU’s 61st percentile explains the overall ranking. The i5-13400F is a strong modern processor, but the GTX 1080 Ti holds the system back from achieving higher composite scores. In a game like Fivem that is not heavily CPU-bound, the GPU’s raw throughput determines the final experience more than the processor’s capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience balancing visual quality and framerate is the High preset at 2560x1440, yielding 72.4 FPS. This provides a smooth gameplay experience above the 60 FPS threshold while maintaining acceptable visual fidelity. For users prioritizing maximum smoothness, the Medium preset at 1080p with 144.9 FPS is the best choice, offering nearly double the refresh rate of typical 60 Hz monitors.

At 4K, the Low preset at 64.5 FPS is the only viable option for consistent performance, though the Medium preset at 50.7 FPS may be acceptable for less demanding players. The Ultra preset should be avoided at 4K, as 32.4 FPS falls below the minimum threshold for comfortable play. At 1080p, the Ultra preset at 91.1 FPS is perfectly playable and provides the best visual experience without sacrificing smoothness.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average FPS this combo achieves in Fivem?

A: The highest measured average is 182.5 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

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

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, which produces 64.5 FPS. Higher settings at 4K yield 50.7 FPS for Medium, 40.5 FPS for High, and 32.4 FPS for Ultra.

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

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F scores 25236 on average, which is 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D but 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i7-13620H.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth and how does it affect performance?

A: The GTX 1080 Ti has 484.4 GB/s of bandwidth from 11 GB of GDDR5X on a 352-bit bus, which is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p but becomes a limiting factor at 4K Ultra.

Q: What is the combo’s overall ranking in the database?

A: This combination ranks 1039 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the lower half of all systems.

Q: Which resolution and settings provide the best balance of quality and performance?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 with 72.4 FPS offers the best balance, as it exceeds 60 FPS while maintaining higher visual fidelity than Medium or Low presets.