Fivem

Fivem is a notoriously demanding multiplayer modification, and the data for this Intel Core i5-14400F + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 pairing shows a system that is firmly stretched at higher resolutions. The measured frames per second (FPS) reveal a clear pattern: this combination is only viable for smooth play at 1080p, and even then, only at specific settings presets.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is severe, illustrating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck in this configuration. At 1080p with Low settings, the system produces an average of 73.4 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same Low preset drops the average to 49.3 FPS, a substantial reduction of roughly 33%. The descent to 4K is even more punishing, with the average plummeting to 28.1 FPS. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a graphics card that is running out of raw pixel-pushing power as the resolution increases.

The data further confirms this trend across other settings. At High settings, the system averages 48.9 FPS at 1080p, 30 FPS at 1440p, and a mere 17.5 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset is where the hardware is overwhelmed; it manages only 38.5 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 21.4 FPS at 1440p and becomes a slideshow-like 10.4 FPS at 4K. The halving of frame rates with each major resolution step, particularly at higher presets, points directly to the GTX 1650's limited memory bandwidth and shader throughput being the limiting factor, not the Core i5-14400F.

The delta in performance from Low to Ultra at 4K is also telling. The difference between the Low (28.1 FPS) and Ultra (10.4 FPS) presets at 4K is a 63% performance hit. At 1080p, the same preset change costs about 48% of the frame rate (from 73.4 down to 38.5). This indicates that as resolution increases, the cost of enabling higher graphical features becomes disproportionately expensive for this GPU, further cementing that it is the component that dictates the overall experience. The CPU, with its 10 cores and 16 threads, is likely waiting on the GPU to finish rendering frames, a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the definitive performance gate in this system. Its 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus is a significant constraint in a game like Fivem, which often features dense, player-created worlds with high-resolution textures. The 128.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth is simply insufficient for the data demands of 1440p and 4K rendering, which explains the dramatic FPS drops observed at those resolutions. The GPU's 2.984 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 896 shading units are just not enough to maintain fluid frame rates when the pixel count rises.

The clock speeds do offer a small silver lining. With a base clock of 1485 MHz and a boost clock of 1665 MHz, the GPU is running at a reasonably high frequency, which helps it achieve the 73.4 FPS result at 1080p Low. However, this boost in clock speed cannot compensate for the fundamental hardware limitations. The GPU's compute capabilities are a poor match for the CPU's potential. The Core i5-14400F is a modern, high-performance processor capable of much higher frame rates, but the data shows it is held back by the GTX 1650's output.

The benchmark results for the GPU itself are modest, with a Passmark G3D score of 7880 and a Passmark DirectX 12 score of 35. These synthetic numbers correlate with the measured in-game performance, confirming that the card is operating in the lower-midrange tier. The GPU's percentile ranking of 43 means it is outperformed by a majority of other graphics cards. In Fivem, this translates to a hard ceiling on visual fidelity and resolution, as the measured data suggests that any attempt to push beyond 1080p with medium-to-high settings will result in sub-30 FPS performance.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 4K resolution?

A: No, not at a playable frame rate. The data shows the highest average FPS at 4K is 28.1 on the Low preset. At High and Ultra settings, the average drops to 17.5 FPS and 10.4 FPS, respectively, which is well below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution for this hardware in Fivem?

A: Based on the measured data, 1080p is the only resolution where the system can achieve consistently high frame rates. At Low settings, it hits 73.4 FPS, and even on High, it maintains an average of 48.9 FPS. Performance at 1440p is playable only on Low (49.3 FPS), but it is much less consistent.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck for this combo in Fivem?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The data shows a massive drop in performance when moving from 1080p to 1440p and again to 4K, which is characteristic of a graphics card that is struggling to render more pixels. The Intel Core i5-14400F has the headroom to push far more frames than the GTX 1650 can output.

Q: How does the GTX 1650 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 8713 is nearly identical to its closest competitors. It is within 0.5% of the NVIDIA Quadro P2200 and within 0.4% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile and AMD Radeon 550X, indicating it performs at a par level with these cards.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is significant. The system averages 73.4 FPS on Low settings, but this falls to 38.5 FPS on Ultra. This represents a 47.5% reduction in frame rate when enabling the highest graphical preset.

Q: Given the performance data, what is the launch MSRP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400F had a launch MSRP of $196. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 had a launch MSRP of 149 USD.

How This Combo Ranks

The data places this specific combination of components in a very low position for Fivem. Out of all 1792 tested combos in the database, this pairing ranks at 1754. This places it in the bottom 3% of all tested configurations, indicating that it is one of the least capable systems for this specific game. This ranking is a direct consequence of the GTX 1650's limitations, as the CPU is a much more capable component.

The Core i5-14400F itself is a strong performer, ranking in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 32508 puts it on par with the Intel Core i7-12800H and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645, with a 0% and 0.2% delta, respectively. This confirms that the processor is not the source of the low ranking. Instead, the GTX 1650, which sits in the 43rd percentile of all GPUs, drags the entire combo down. The GPU's average score of 8713 is essentially tied with its nearest rivals, but this performance level is simply insufficient for the demands of Fivem at higher resolutions.

The massive disparity between the CPU's high percentile ranking and the combo's low overall ranking tells a clear story. The system is severely unbalanced for this workload. While the CPU is ready to handle complex multiplayer simulations and physics, the GPU cannot keep up with the rendering requirements. This results in a pairing that is bottlenecked heavily by the graphics card, leaving the i5-14400F's potential largely untapped in this game.

Settings Recommendations

For a playable experience, the data suggests that settings must be carefully managed. The primary goal should be to maintain a frame rate above 60 FPS, and the only way to achieve that is at 1080p. The Low preset is the only configuration that delivers a comfortable margin, with an average of 73.4 FPS. This should be the baseline for any user seeking smooth, responsive gameplay.

The Medium preset at 1080p is a viable alternative, offering an average of 58 FPS. This is a reasonable compromise for those who want a visual upgrade without sacrificing too much fluidity, as it is very close to the 60 FPS target. The High preset at 1080p, with an average of 48.9 FPS, is playable but may feel less smooth in fast-paced scenarios. It would be best suited for users who prioritize visual fidelity over a completely stable frame rate.

We do not recommend using the Ultra preset, which averages only 38.5 FPS at 1080p. At 1440p, only the Low preset yields a playable average (49.3 FPS), and even that may struggle in busy areas of the game world. All 4K presets are effectively unplayable, as the data shows a maximum average of just 28.1 FPS. Therefore, the best course of action is to play at 1080p with the Low or Medium preset, as these are the only configurations that offer a consistently smooth and responsive experience based on the measured performance.