Fivem

The Intel Core i5-14400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination delivers a highly playable Fivem experience across most settings, though 4K Ultra remains a challenge. The data shows a clear performance hierarchy where resolution scaling and preset selection dramatically shift the balance between CPU and GPU workload.

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

The Intel Core i5-14400F brings 10 cores and 16 threads to the table, running at a base clock of 2.50 GHz and boosting up to 4.70 GHz. This Raptor Lake-R architecture part, built on Intel's 10 nm process, sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs tested, indicating strong general-purpose performance. Its 20 MB of shared L3 cache provides a sizable buffer for game data, while DDR4 and DDR5 memory support offers flexibility for system builders.

Benchmark results show the CPU's character clearly. In Cinebench R23, it scores 21914 multicore and 3093 single-core, with a PassMark multithread score of 25783. The single-thread score of 3723 suggests the processor can handle lightly-threaded tasks efficiently, which matters for Fivem's server-side and scripting workloads. However, the data reveals something intriguing: the CPU's nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i7-12800H and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645, all score within 0.2% of the i5-14400F in average benchmark score. This suggests the i5-14400F is not a performance outlier; it competes in a tight pack where victory comes down to game-specific optimization rather than raw silicon advantage.

In Fivem, the role of this CPU appears to be maintaining a solid foundation rather than dominating. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 189.7 FPS, which is the highest measured frame rate across all configurations. This high frame rate at low settings suggests the CPU can feed frames quickly when the GPU is not the limiting factor. The question becomes whether the 10-core, 16-thread configuration provides headroom for the unpredictable, player-driven load spikes common in multiplayer environments. The data indicates the CPU holds its own, but the 65 W TDP and locked multiplier mean overclocking headroom is not part of the equation.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, based on the AD107 chip and Ada Lovelace architecture, delivers 8 GB of GDDR6 memory across a 128-bit bus, yielding 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock reaches 2460 MHz, with a base of 1830 MHz. The 5 nm TSMC process packs 18,900 million transistors into a 159 mm² die. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 19545 places it at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, which is a more modest standing than the CPU's 88th percentile.

The RTX 4060's nearest rivals paint an interesting picture. The AMD Radeon RX 6600M and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti score within 0.7% of the RTX 4060 in average benchmark score, while the Intel Arc B580 and AMD Radeon 760M are similarly close. This tight grouping suggests the RTX 4060 occupies a crowded mid-range space where architectural differences matter less than driver optimization and game-specific tuning.

In Fivem, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the combo drops to 33.5 FPS, a clear sign that the GPU is struggling to maintain playable frame rates. The 8 GB VRAM capacity may be a contributing factor, as Fivem's detailed environments and multiplayer density can pressure memory allocation. The 128-bit memory bus, while sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, appears to limit performance at 4K where bandwidth demands escalate.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution for high frame rates with this combo?

A: At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 189.7 FPS, and at 1080p High, it maintains 116.4 FPS. This suggests 1080p is the sweet spot for competitive play, while 1440p remains viable at 80.6 FPS on High settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The i5-14400F scores 32508 on average benchmark, which is within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-12800H and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7645. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 and Intel Core i7-13705H are also within 0.2%, indicating a near-tie among these processors.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 4060 sits at the 66th percentile among all GPUs, with a PassMark G3D score of 19545. This places it below the CPU's 88th percentile, suggesting the GPU is more likely to be the limiting component in demanding scenarios.

Q: Which preset gives the most balanced experience at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Medium settings produce 99.3 FPS, while High produces 80.6 FPS. Medium offers a high frame rate with better visual quality than Low, making it a strong trade-off for most players.

Q: How severe is the frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K?

A: On High settings, average FPS drops from 116.4 at 1080p to 80.6 at 1440p, then to 40.5 at 4K. This represents a 65.2% reduction when moving from 1080p to 4K, indicating significant GPU scaling challenges.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 995 out of 1792 total combinations in Fivem, placing it in the upper-middle portion of the field. This rank reflects its balanced but not top-tier performance profile.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 995 out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem, placing it just past the 55th percentile of all combos. This rank is notable because it places the i5-14400F + RTX 4060 pairing in the middle of the pack, despite individual components ranking higher in their respective categories. The CPU's 88th percentile standing suggests the processor is capable, but the GPU's 66th percentile pulls the combined score down.

This rank implies that in Fivem specifically, the RTX 4060's performance characteristics limit the overall result more than the CPU's capabilities. The measured FPS data supports this interpretation: at 1080p Low, the combo achieves 189.7 FPS, which is excellent, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 33.5 FPS. The rank of 995 suggests this is a mid-tier combination that can handle most scenarios but struggles at the extreme end of display resolutions.

The data reveals that Fivem is not a game where this combo excels relative to other hardware pairings. The tight grouping of GPU rivals, where the RTX 4060 sits within 0.8% of the AMD Radeon 760M, indicates that many GPUs can achieve similar results. This suggests the combo's rank is more a function of the GPU's mid-range positioning than any specific Fivem optimization.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo demonstrates strong performance across all presets. Low settings produce 189.7 FPS, Medium reaches 151.7 FPS, High achieves 116.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 93.8 FPS. These numbers show a clear scaling pattern where each preset step costs roughly 20-35 FPS, with the jump from Low to Medium being the largest at 38 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decline predictably. Low settings yield 124.9 FPS, Medium produces 99.3 FPS, High maintains 80.6 FPS, and Ultra falls to 62.3 FPS. The scaling here is more uniform, with each preset step costing roughly 18-25 FPS. The 1440p results indicate that the combo can handle High settings comfortably for most multiplayer gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low settings produce 68.8 FPS, Medium reaches 56.2 FPS, High achieves 40.5 FPS, and Ultra falls to 33.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Medium at 4K is 12.6 FPS, while the gap between High and Ultra is only 7 FPS. This compression at the high end suggests the GPU is hitting a hard performance ceiling.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the combo delivers playable frame rates up to 1440p High, but 4K requires Low settings for smooth gameplay. The 33.5 FPS at 4K Ultra is below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider essential, making this configuration unsuitable for 4K enthusiasts.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting 60+ FPS, the data points to 1080p Medium or High as the best experience. At 1080p Medium, the combo delivers 151.7 FPS, offering headroom for frame drops during intense multiplayer moments. At 1080p High, 116.4 FPS still provides smooth gameplay with improved visuals. Ultra at 1080p, at 93.8 FPS, remains viable but shows diminishing returns.

At 1440p, Medium settings at 99.3 FPS represent the best balance between visual quality and performance. High settings at 80.6 FPS are acceptable for less competitive play, while Ultra at 62.3 FPS approaches the edge of playability. The data suggests that 1440p Medium is the recommended preset for players using this resolution, as it maintains a high frame rate while offering better detail than Low.

For 4K, the options are limited. Low settings at 68.8 FPS provide playable frame rates, while Medium at 56.2 FPS is borderline. High at 40.5 FPS and Ultra at 33.5 FPS are not recommended for smooth gameplay. Players with 4K displays should prioritize Low or Medium settings to maintain acceptable performance.

The measured rows indicate that the sweet spot for this combo is 1080p High or 1440p Medium. Both configurations offer frame rates well above 60 FPS while providing meaningful visual upgrades over lower presets. The data does not support using Ultra settings at any resolution if frame rate consistency is the priority.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial across all presets. On Low settings, FPS falls from 189.7 at 1080p to 124.9 at 1440p, then to 68.8 at 4K — a 63.7% reduction from 1080p to 4K. On High settings, the decline is steeper: 116.4 to 80.6 to 40.5, representing a 65.2% drop. Ultra settings show the most severe scaling, with FPS dropping from 93.8 to 62.3 to 33.5, a 64.3% reduction.

This scaling pattern reveals the limiting component. The consistent 63-65% reduction across all presets suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect the scaling to be less severe at lower settings where the GPU has less work to do. Instead, the uniform percentage drops indicate the RTX 4060's 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB VRAM are constraining performance as pixel count increases.

The data also shows that the absolute FPS gap between Low and Ultra narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra is 95.9 FPS; at 1440p, it's 62.6 FPS; at 4K, it's only 35.3 FPS. This compression suggests that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that preset choices have less impact on frame rate. This is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario, where the CPU has ample headroom but the GPU cannot deliver more frames regardless of settings.

The resolution scaling analysis indicates that 1080p is the native resolution for this combo, with 1440p as a viable stretch. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor, and players should expect to use Low or Medium settings to maintain playable frame rates. The data does not suggest any CPU-related bottleneck at any resolution, as the high frame rates at 1080p Low demonstrate the processor's ability to keep up with the GPU.