Fivem

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its base clock is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and it carries a 65 W TDP. In the context of Fivem, this CPU's multi-threaded capacity is substantial, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and PassMark multithread score of 25032. However, Fivem, being a multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V, often exhibits significant single-thread sensitivity due to its legacy game engine roots. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score is 960, and its PassMark single-thread score is 3634, indicating strong per-core performance that is crucial for maintaining high frame rates in scenarios where the game's simulation thread becomes the bottleneck. The processor's 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB L2 cache per core help reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for the game's asset streaming and entity management.

The measured frame rates in Fivem with this CPU paired with the RTX 4080 show a clear pattern where the processor can keep up with the GPU at lower resolutions but becomes less of a differentiator at 4K. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 320 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra it reaches 163 FPS. The delta between these settings is substantial, but the absolute numbers indicate the CPU is not the primary limiter at this resolution; the engine's frame pacing and draw call overhead are more likely constraints. Comparing to its nearest CPU rivals, the i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, which is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284, 0% delta) and the Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3% delta). This parity suggests that in CPU-bound scenarios, swapping to these other processors would yield negligible performance differences in Fivem, as the game's frame rate is more influenced by the engine's limitations than by raw compute power beyond a certain threshold.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 is the dominant component in this pairing, featuring the AD103 chip on TSMC's 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors and a die size of 379 mm². Its memory configuration is robust for high-resolution gaming: 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, delivering 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU's base clock is 2205 MHz with a boost clock of 2505 MHz, and its memory clock runs at an effective 22.4 Gbps. The RTX 4080's raw compute capabilities are reflected in its PassMark G3D score of 34457 and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6567. In Fivem, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases, where the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth are taxed heavily.

At 4K Ultra settings, the combo averages 60 FPS, which is a playable threshold but not high-refresh territory. Dropping to 4K High raises the average to 77 FPS, while 4K Medium achieves 96 FPS with a minimum of 82 FPS and a maximum of 110 FPS. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM is ample for Fivem's high-resolution textures and draw distances, preventing any memory-related stuttering. The RTX 4080's nearest GPU rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, has an average benchmark score of 54209, which is only 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080's 54247. This near-identical performance means the RTX 4080 SUPER would deliver virtually the same frame rates in Fivem at these settings. The AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores higher in synthetic benchmarks (55698, -2.6% delta), but its 12 GB VRAM could become a limitation at 4K Ultra in Fivem if texture mods are used, whereas the RTX 4080's 16 GB provides more headroom.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS rows reveal a clear hierarchy of performance across settings presets at each resolution. At 1080p, the jump from Low to Ultra incurs a significant cost: Low averages 320 FPS, Medium averages 263 FPS (with a minimum of 223 and maximum of 302), High averages 210 FPS, and Ultra drops to 163 FPS. For competitive play or high-refresh displays at 1080p, the Low preset is the optimal choice, as it maximizes frame rate and minimizes input latency, which is critical in Fivem's multiplayer scenarios where reaction time matters. However, the Medium preset at 1080p still provides over 263 FPS on average, which exceeds most 240 Hz monitors, offering a better visual experience without sacrificing fluidity.

At 1440p, the balance shifts. Low averages 219 FPS, Medium averages 173 FPS (with a minimum of 147 and maximum of 199), High averages 138 FPS, and Ultra averages 107 FPS. The Medium preset here is the best overall experience: it maintains a minimum above 140 FPS, which is smooth on 144 Hz displays, while providing significantly better visual fidelity than Low. The High preset at 1440p is still viable at 138 FPS, but the margin over Medium is small (35 FPS difference), making Medium the sweet spot for consistent performance without drops below 100 FPS. At 4K, the data indicates that Ultra is only suitable for cinematic play at 60 FPS, but High at 77 FPS is more responsive. The Medium preset at 4K yields 96 FPS with a minimum of 82, which is the recommended setting for 4K displays with adaptive sync, as it keeps frame times consistent while offering a substantial visual upgrade over Low. Low at 4K averages 122 FPS, but the visual degradation is often unacceptable at that resolution, so Medium provides the best compromise between image quality and performance.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Fivem, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i5-13400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 holds the rank of 277 out of 3707 total combinations. This places it in the top 7.5% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing given the CPU's mid-range positioning. The rank is driven primarily by the GPU's high-end capabilities, as the RTX 4080's PassMark G3D score of 34457 and its 86th percentile ranking among all GPUs are far above the CPU's 77th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The data suggests that in Fivem, the GPU is the primary driver of overall performance rank, as the game's engine can be heavily GPU-bound at high resolutions and settings.

The combo's rank of 277 indicates that there are 276 other configurations that outperform it, likely featuring higher-end CPUs such as the Core i9 or Ryzen 9 series paired with the RTX 4090. However, the delta between the i5-13400F and its nearest CPU rivals is negligible (0% to -0.3%), meaning that upgrading the CPU to a more expensive model would not significantly improve the combo's rank in Fivem, as the GPU remains the limiting factor. The RTX 4080's nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, is only 0.1% faster in synthetic benchmarks, so the difference in Fivem's frame rates would be within the margin of error. This implies that the combo's rank is stable and well-optimized, with the GPU providing most of the performance headroom.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial and reveals the scaling characteristics of this combo in Fivem. At Low settings, the average FPS goes from 320 at 1080p to 122 at 4K, a reduction of 61.9%. At Medium settings, the average drops from 263 at 1080p to 96 at 4K, a reduction of 63.5%. At High settings, the average falls from 210 at 1080p to 77 at 4K, a reduction of 63.3%. At Ultra settings, the average goes from 163 at 1080p to 60 at 4K, a reduction of 63.2%. This consistent ~62-64% drop across all settings indicates that the scaling is primarily GPU-bound, as the resolution increase quadruples the pixel count, placing a linear load on the GPU's rasterization and memory bandwidth.

The fact that the percentage drop is nearly identical across all presets suggests that the CPU is not becoming a bottleneck at lower resolutions; if it were, the FPS drop from 1080p to 4K would be more pronounced at lower settings where the CPU has more headroom to push higher frame rates. Instead, the RTX 4080's 716.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth and 280.6 GPixel/s pixel rate are the limiting factors at 4K, as Fivem's draw calls and texture fetches scale with resolution. At 1080p, the combo easily exceeds 200 FPS on most presets, indicating that the CPU's 10 cores are sufficient to feed the GPU. However, at 1440p, the drop from 1080p is less severe: Low goes from 320 to 219 FPS (-31.6%), Medium from 263 to 173 FPS (-34.2%), High from 210 to 138 FPS (-34.3%), and Ultra from 163 to 107 FPS (-34.4%). This smaller drop at 1440p indicates that the GPU is still the primary limiter but has enough headroom to maintain high frame rates, making 1440p the ideal resolution for this combo in Fivem.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Fivem with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot. At 1440p Medium, the combo averages 173 FPS with a minimum of 147 FPS, which is smooth on high-refresh displays. At 4K Medium, the average drops to 96 FPS, which is playable but less consistent fruity. The 1080p Low preset hits 320 FPS but sacrifices visual quality, making 1440p the best balance.

Q: How does the RTX 4080 compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4080 has an average benchmark score of 54247, which is 0.1% higher than the RTX 4080 SUPER's 54209. This means the two GPUs perform nearly identically, so the RTX 4080 SUPER would not provide a meaningful FPS boost in Fivem.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F a bottleneck for the RTX 4080 in Fivem?

A: The data suggests no significant bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 320 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra it still hits 163 FPS)Skip. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, has a 0% delta in average score, indicating that a faster CPU would not improve frame rates meaningfully in this game.

Q: What is the minimum FPS recorded for this combo in Fivem?

A: The only preset with a min FPS recorded is Medium. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 223 FPS; at 1440p Medium, it is 147 FPS; and at 4K Medium, it is 82 FPS. Other presets do not have min FPS data in the pack.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested systems in Fivem?

A: This combo ranks 277 out of 3707 total combinations, placing it in the top 7.5% of all tested systems. This rank is driven by the GPU's high percentile (86th among all GPUs) rather than the CPU (77th among all CPUs).

Q: Does the RTX 4080's 16 GB VRAM matter for Fivem at 4K?

A: The 16 GB GDDR6X memory is sufficient for the highest settings in Fivem. At 4K Ultra, the combo averages 60 FPS, and the memory bandwidth of 716.8 GB/s ensures that texture streaming does not cause performance dips.