Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer title, and the Intel Core i5-14600K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 shows a clear pattern of behavior across resolutions and settings. The benchmark data reveals a system that is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p but becomes progressively more GPU-limited as pixel count rises. For a builder targeting this game, the measured rows indicate that the RTX 4060 is the primary constraint at higher resolutions, while the 14-core CPU provides ample headroom at lower settings.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent, pointing directly at the GPU as the limiting component. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 120.6 FPS at 1920x1080 to 76.3 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 36.7%. Moving to 3840x2160 drops the average further to 44.3 FPS, which is only 36.7% of the 1080p figure. This scaling curve is typical for a card with an 8 GB frame buffer and a 128-bit memory bus, as the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth become bottlenecks.

The pattern holds across other presets. At Medium settings, the system delivers 151.7 FPS at 1080p, 97.5 FPS at 1440p, and 52.5 FPS at 4K. The 4K result is a 65.4% drop from the 1080p baseline. Ultra settings show the most dramatic falloff: 91.3 FPS at 1080p collapses to 61.4 FPS at 1440p and then to a barely playable 30.8 FPS at 4K. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is also telling, with Low hitting 70.2 FPS while Ultra manages only 30.8 FPS.

What this means practically is that the RTX 4060 is not a 4K card for Fivem under heavy settings. The data suggests that 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo, where even Ultra settings clear 90 FPS. At 1440p, the system can handle High settings comfortably but will struggle to maintain a smooth experience on Ultra. The scaling behavior indicates that the CPU is not the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the frame rate drops proportionally with the increase in pixel count.

GPU Role

The RTX 4060’s specifications directly explain its performance profile in Fivem. With 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, the card provides 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is adequate for 1080p and even 1440p in most scenarios, but the 4K results suggest the memory subsystem is stressed. The boost clock of 2460 MHz helps maintain decent frame rates at lower resolutions, but the card’s 15.11 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is not enough to keep up with the demands of 4K Ultra.

The GPU sits in the 66th percentile of all tested graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 23181. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6600M, scores a nearly identical 23321, a delta of only -0.6%. The Intel Arc B580 is also close at 23021, just 0.7% behind. This puts the RTX 4060 in a competitive mid-range position, but Fivem’s measured FPS data shows that it is the weaker link in this pairing at higher settings.

The 128-bit memory bus is a notable constraint. At 4K Ultra, the card delivers only 30.8 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users. Even at 4K High, the 44.3 FPS average is marginal. The card’s 48 ROPs and 96 TMUs are sufficient for 1080p, but the pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s becomes a bottleneck as resolution increases. The data suggests that the RTX 4060 is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p with moderate settings, where its clock speed can compensate for the narrow memory interface.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600K presents a stark contrast to the GPU’s limitations. With 14 cores and 20 threads, this processor is far from being a bottleneck in Fivem. Its boost clock of 5.30 GHz and 24 MB of shared L3 cache provide strong single-threaded performance, which is critical for this multiplayer title’s simulation and network code. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4642 and multi-core score of 32881 place it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs.

In the measured FPS data, the CPU’s headroom is evident at 1080p Low, where the system hits 187.1 FPS. Even at 1080p Ultra, the frame rate stays above 90 FPS, indicating that the CPU can feed the GPU adequately at this resolution. The processor’s nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, has an average benchmark score of 49062, a mere 0.2% difference. This shows that the 14600K is competitive with higher-core-count parts in this game’s workload.

However, the CPU’s influence diminishes as resolution increases. At 4K, the frame rates are dictated almost entirely by the GPU’s rendering capabilities. The jump from 30.8 FPS at 4K Ultra to 70.2 FPS at 4K Low is a 127.9% improvement, which is a GPU-driven change, not a CPU one. The data indicates that the 14600K has more than enough processing power for Fivem, and users should focus their tuning efforts on the graphics card rather than the processor.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best experience for this combo depends heavily on the target resolution. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 120.6 FPS, which is smooth for most displays. The Medium preset pushes to 151.7 FPS, which is better for high-refresh monitors, but the visual fidelity loss may not be worth it. Ultra at 1080p still manages 91.3 FPS, making it a viable choice for those who prioritize image quality over raw frame rate.

For 2560x1440, the High preset is the clear recommendation. At 76.3 FPS, it provides a solid experience that balances visual quality and responsiveness. The Medium preset offers a more comfortable 97.5 FPS, but the step down in quality is noticeable. Ultra at 1440p drops to 61.4 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for competitive play. Low at 1440p hits 125.2 FPS, but this setting likely sacrifices too much visual detail for most users.

At 3840x2160, the data suggests that only the Low preset is viable for consistent gameplay, with an average of 70.2 FPS. Medium at 4K drops to 52.5 FPS, and High falls to 44.3 FPS. Ultra at 4K is effectively unplayable at 30.8 FPS. The recommendation is to avoid 4K with this GPU unless you are willing to run Low settings, as the scaling curve shows diminishing returns at higher presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 1014th out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This is a somewhat surprising result given the individual component strengths. The CPU is in the 93rd percentile, and the GPU is in the 66th percentile, but the combination falls short of what those numbers might suggest. This is likely due to the GPU’s memory limitations and the game’s demanding nature at higher resolutions.

The rank implies that there are many combinations that perform better in Fivem, particularly those with higher-end graphics cards. The RTX 4060’s nearest rivals, such as the RX 6600M and Intel Arc B580, would likely produce similar or slightly better results in this specific title. The 14600K’s rivals, like the 5950X, offer comparable CPU performance, so the differentiator is almost entirely the GPU.

This ranking should not be interpreted as a failure of the combo, but rather as a reflection of Fivem’s hardware demands. At 1080p, this setup performs admirably, and at 1440p it is competent. The 1014th rank is a consequence of the 4K results dragging down the overall assessment. For a user targeting 1080p or 1440p, this combo is more than adequate, and the rank should be viewed in that context.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The exact measured numbers provide a complete picture of this combo’s capabilities. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves 187.1 FPS, Medium achieves 151.7 FPS, High achieves 120.6 FPS, and Ultra achieves 91.3 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 95.8 FPS, indicating a significant performance cost for higher settings.

At 2560x1440, the results are 125.2 FPS for Low, 97.5 FPS for Medium, 76.3 FPS for High, and 61.4 FPS for Ultra. The drop from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings is roughly 30-35% across all presets. For example, High goes from 120.6 to 76.3 FPS, a 36.7% reduction.

At 3840x2160, the numbers are 70.2 FPS for Low, 52.5 FPS for Medium, 44.3 FPS for High, and 30.8 FPS for Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the lowest in the entire dataset, and the 4K Low result is the only one above 60 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows a 41.9% drop, from 76.3 to 44.3 FPS.

The data confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, with 1440p being a secondary option at High settings. The 4K results are marginal at best, and users should not expect a smooth experience above Low presets at that resolution.