Fivem

Fivem is a multiplayer modification platform that places unique demands on both processor and graphics hardware, and the measured results for the Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT show a combination that scales predictably with settings and resolution. The data set provides average frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets, offering a clear picture of where this system excels and where it begins to strain. This analysis breaks down those figures, contextualizes them against the component's broader benchmark standings, and offers guidance on optimizing the experience.

FAQ

Q: What is the best-performing settings preset at 1080p for this combo?

A: The Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 1920x1080, hitting 257.6 FPS. This is significantly ahead of the Medium preset at 202.7 FPS and the Ultra preset at 125.6 FPS, indicating that the CPU and GPU combination has ample headroom for high refresh rates when graphical load is reduced.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: At the High preset, the average frame rate falls from 165.4 FPS at 1920x1080 to 109.6 FPS at 2560x1440, and then to 57.8 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a substantial 65% reduction in average FPS from 1080p to 4K, highlighting the increased load on the GPU at higher pixel counts.

Q: Does the RX 9070 XT's 16 GB of VRAM become a limiting factor in these results?

A: The data shows that performance scales consistently with resolution, with the most significant drop occurring between 1440p and 4K. While the 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth are substantial, the frame rate decline at 4K suggests the GPU's compute capabilities, rather than VRAM capacity, are the primary constraint in this specific title.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested combinations for Fivem?

A: The combination ranks 502nd out of 1792 tested combos. This places it in the upper third of all systems, indicating a strong performance level, though there is considerable headroom above it in the rankings.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset achieves 170.4 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 82.4 FPS. This is a difference of 88 FPS, demonstrating that the Ultra preset imposes a significant performance penalty that may not be justified for all users.

Q: Is the i5-14400F's single-thread performance sufficient for high frame rates in Fivem?

A: The CPU's benchmarks show a strong single-core score of 3093 in Cinebench R23, and the measured results at 1080p with the Low preset (257.6 FPS) suggest that the processor is not a bottleneck at lower graphical settings. The frame rates are high enough to indicate the CPU is keeping pace with the GPU.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture and features 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. Its boost clock is rated at 2970 MHz. In the context of Fivem, these specifications translate to a GPU that is capable of high frame rates at mainstream resolutions, but the measured data shows a clear ceiling as resolution increases. The GPU's percentile ranking against all GPUs is 82, and its average benchmark score is 39647, which places it near the AMD Radeon Pro 575 (39703, deltaPct -0.1) and NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (39568, deltaPct 0.2) in synthetic tests.

The role of the GPU becomes more pronounced as the resolution climbs. At 1920x1080, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is 132 FPS (257.6 vs. 125.6), showing that the GPU has the headroom to handle increased graphical fidelity without dropping below playable frame rates. However, at 3840x2160, the Ultra preset averages just 44.3 FPS, while the Low preset maintains 94.9 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's raw pixel-pushing power is the limiting factor at 4K, as the difference between presets narrows and the absolute performance drops significantly. The 64 RT cores and 4096 shading units are being taxed heavily by the higher resolution, and the data suggests that users targeting 4K will need to compromise on settings to maintain smooth gameplay.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured average FPS, the optimal settings preset depends entirely on the target resolution and refresh rate. For users with a 1080p display, the High preset offers an excellent balance, delivering 165.4 FPS, which is well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on many monitors. The Ultra preset at 125.6 FPS is still viable for 120 Hz displays, but the 40 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not be worth the visual gain for all users. The Medium preset at 202.7 FPS is a strong choice for those with 240 Hz panels, as it provides a significant boost over High while remaining visually acceptable.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the recommended starting point, with an average of 109.6 FPS. This is suitable for most high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors. The Medium preset at 133.7 FPS is a better option for users who prioritize frame rate above all else, while the Ultra preset at 82.4 FPS is playable but drops below the 100 FPS threshold that many consider optimal for competitive multiplayer. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that the Low preset at 94.9 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience. The High preset at 57.8 FPS and Medium at 74.6 FPS are playable but may feel less responsive in fast-paced scenarios, and the Ultra preset at 44.3 FPS is generally not recommended for serious gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i5-14400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ranks 502nd out of 1792 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the 72nd percentile of all tested systems, indicating a solid, above-average performance level. The CPU itself holds an 88th percentile ranking against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32508. Its nearest rivals in synthetic CPU tests include the Intel Core i7-12800H (32513, deltaPct 0) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (32446, deltaPct 0.2), showing that the i5-14400F is competitive with those parts.

The GPU's 82nd percentile ranking against all GPUs, with an average score of 39647, is slightly lower than the CPU's relative standing. This is reflected in the game's performance, where the combo's rank suggests that while the system is capable, it is not among the absolute top-tier configurations for Fivem. The 502nd rank out of 1792 means there are 1290 other combinations that perform better, but it also means the system outperforms the majority of tested setups. The data indicates that this is a well-balanced pairing, with neither component dramatically holding back the other in this particular title.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent pattern of performance degradation as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At the High preset, the average frame rate drops from 165.4 FPS at 1080p to 109.6 FPS at 1440p, a 34% reduction. Moving from 1440p to 4K results in a further drop to 57.8 FPS, a 47% reduction from the 1440p figure. This accelerating decline in performance indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions.

This trend is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the frame rate falls from 257.6 FPS at 1080p to 170.4 FPS at 1440p, and then to 94.9 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K is 63%, which is similar to the 65% drop seen at High settings. The consistency of these drops suggests that the system is not hitting a CPU bottleneck at lower resolutions, as the scaling is driven by the GPU's workload. The fact that the frame rate at 4K Low (94.9 FPS) is still higher than the frame rate at 1080p Ultra (125.6 FPS) shows that resolution has a more significant impact on performance than settings, confirming that the RX 9070 XT's pixel throughput is the key constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system demonstrates its highest performance levels. The Low preset achieves 257.6 FPS, which is the maximum average frame rate recorded in the entire dataset. The Medium preset follows at 202.7 FPS, while the High preset delivers 165.4 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 125.6 FPS, is the lowest at this resolution but still provides a very smooth experience. The spread of 132 FPS between Low and Ultra shows the GPU's versatility at 1080p.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the increased pixel load. The Low preset averages 170.4 FPS, which is still exceptionally high. The Medium preset drops to 133.7 FPS, and the High preset reaches 109.6 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 82.4 FPS, which is the first time the average drops below 100 FPS at this resolution. The relative performance gap between presets narrows slightly, with a 88 FPS difference between Low and Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become apparent. The Low preset averages 94.9 FPS, which is the only setting that remains above 90 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 74.6 FPS, while the High preset averages 57.8 FPS. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, achieving just 44.3 FPS. The data shows a clear hierarchy where users must sacrifice settings to maintain playable frame rates at 4K, with the Low preset being the only one that consistently delivers a high-refresh-rate experience.