Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification platform for Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile when paired with the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. The measured data shows a combination that is heavily influenced by the CPU in lower resolutions, while the GPU becomes the primary constraint at 4K. The results across the twelve tested configurations indicate that the system can deliver high frame rates, but the optimal experience depends entirely on the user's target resolution and priority for visual fidelity versus raw speed.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark data for this specific CPU-GPU pairing in Fivem reveals a clear hierarchy of performance across the four settings presets at each resolution. The measured average FPS figures suggest that the "High" preset offers the most balanced experience, particularly for users with high-refresh-rate 1440p displays. At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 149.7 FPS, which is a substantial 28.7 FPS improvement over the Ultra preset's 121 FPS, while still providing a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset's 191.5 FPS. The performance gap between High and Ultra at 1440p is notable, with the Ultra preset incurring a 19.2% performance penalty for the extra visual details.

For 1080p gaming, the data suggests that the "Ultra" preset is the most sensible choice, as the system still maintains an average of 182 FPS. The High preset at 1080p produces 235.1 FPS, but the difference between this and the much higher Medium and Low presets (293.7 FPS and 367.7 FPS respectively) indicates that the CPU is the limiting factor at this resolution. Users with a 144Hz monitor at 1080p will find that the Ultra preset provides a visually superior experience without dropping below the refresh rate threshold, as the 182 FPS average is well above it.

At 4K resolution, the recommendation shifts towards the "High" preset, which achieves 82.8 FPS. This is the only preset at 3840x2160 that comfortably exceeds the 60 FPS standard for smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 4K manages 108 FPS, but the High preset offers a better balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 4K, with its 63.8 FPS average, is playable but leaves less headroom for demanding multiplayer scenarios, while the Low preset at 133 FPS is too visually compromised for a game like Fivem where many players prioritize immersion.

The data clearly indicates that the "High" preset is the most versatile option across all three resolutions. It provides the highest fidelity that still maintains a playable frame rate at 4K, and it scales well down to 1080p where it still achieves 235.1 FPS. The Ultra preset is only recommended for 1080p, and the Medium and Low presets are best reserved for competitive play where maximum frame rates are paramount, particularly at 1440p and 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to run Fivem with this hardware for a 144Hz monitor?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 2560x1440 with the High preset is the ideal match, delivering 149.7 FPS. This is the highest resolution and settings combination that stays comfortably above the 144Hz refresh rate threshold while providing good visual quality.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from the High to the Ultra preset?

A: The performance penalty for Ultra is significant across all resolutions. At 1080p, the average FPS drops from 235.1 to 182, a loss of 53.1 FPS. At 1440p, it drops from 149.7 to 121, a loss of 28.7 FPS. At 4K, the drop is from 82.8 to 63.8, a loss of 19 FPS.

Q: Is the RTX 4090 the bottleneck at 1080p in Fivem?

A: No, the data suggests the opposite. At 1080p, the difference between the Low preset (367.7 FPS) and the Ultra preset (182 FPS) is 185.7 FPS, indicating that the CPU, the Intel Core i5-14600K, is the primary limiting factor at this resolution, as the GPU is not being fully utilized.

Q: Can this system run Fivem at 4K with high settings smoothly?

A: Yes, the measured data shows an average of 82.8 FPS at 3840x2160 with the High preset. This is well above the 60 FPS target for a smooth experience, though it is lower than the frame rates achievable at lower resolutions.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-core performance relate to Fivem's results?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600K has a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32881 and a Passmark multithread score of 38682. The high frame rates at 1080p, such as 367.7 FPS on Low settings, suggest that Fivem is heavily dependent on single-thread performance, where the CPU's boost clock of 5.30 GHz is a key asset.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Medium and High presets at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the Medium preset achieves 191.5 FPS, while the High preset achieves 149.7 FPS. This represents a 41.8 FPS difference, with High providing a substantial visual upgrade for a 21.8% reduction in frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-14600K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 25th out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the top 1.4% of all systems in the database. This top-tier ranking is consistent with the high-end nature of both components. The CPU itself, with a percentile of 93 vs all CPUs, is a strong performer, while the GPU, with a percentile of 91 vs all GPUs, is also in the upper echelon. The rank of 25 out of 1792 indicates that while this is an exceptionally powerful combination, there are a few other pairings that deliver even higher frame rates in this specific game.

The data suggests that the CPU's performance is a critical factor in this ranking. The Core i5-14600K has an average benchmark score of 49166, which is nearly identical to its closest rivals. For instance, it is only 0.2% faster than the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and 0.4% slower than the Intel Core i5-14600KF. This parity in synthetic benchmarks suggests that the 25th rank in Fivem is not due to a unique CPU advantage but rather the balanced combination of a very fast processor and the flagship GPU.

The RTX 4090's average benchmark score of 66473 places it in a similar competitive position. It is 0.4% slower than the NVIDIA Tesla T4 and 0.5% faster than the NVIDIA Tesla P40. These are professional-grade cards, not gaming GPUs, which highlights the raw compute power of the RTX 4090. The rank of 25 out of 1792 combos reflects the fact that this system is near the pinnacle of gaming performance, with only a few combinations of top-tier CPUs and GPUs achieving higher scores in Fivem.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at how this system scales across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system shows remarkable headroom, with the Low preset producing 367.7 FPS. The Medium preset drops to 293.7 FPS, a 74 FPS reduction, while High yields 235.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1080p delivers 182 FPS, which is 53.1 FPS lower than High but still exceptionally smooth.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same pattern holds but with lower absolute numbers. The Low preset achieves 239.5 FPS, which is 128.2 FPS lower than its 1080p counterpart. The Medium preset hits 191.5 FPS, High reaches 149.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 121 FPS. The differences between presets remain consistent, with a 42.2 FPS gap between Medium and High, and a 28.7 FPS gap between High and Ultra.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The Low preset produces 133 FPS, which is 106.5 FPS lower than the 1080p Low result. The Medium preset achieves 108 FPS, High delivers 82.8 FPS, and Ultra drops to 63.8 FPS. The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K is steep, particularly for the Low preset, which loses 234.7 FPS in the transition.

The data shows that the system is capable of very high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results are more moderate. The lowest measured FPS is 63.8 at 4K Ultra, which is still a playable frame rate, while the highest is 367.7 at 1080p Low. This indicates a versatile system that can be tuned for either competitive frame rates or high-fidelity 4K gaming.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling of Fivem with this hardware reveals a clear shift in the system's bottleneck. Comparing the High preset across all resolutions, the average FPS drops from 235.1 at 1080p to 149.7 at 1440p, a reduction of 85.4 FPS, and then to 82.8 at 4K, a further reduction of 66.9 FPS. This represents a 64.8% drop from 1080p to 4K, which is a substantial decline that indicates the GPU is being increasingly stressed at higher resolutions.

For the Low preset, the scaling is even more pronounced. The system produces 367.7 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 239.5 FPS at 1440p, and then to 133 FPS at 4K. This is a 63.8% reduction from 1080p to 4K. The fact that the Low preset still sees such a large drop in performance suggests that even at minimal graphical settings, the GPU's workload at 4K is significant.

The scaling pattern points to the CPU as the primary limiting factor at 1080p. The system's ability to push over 360 FPS on Low settings at 1080p indicates that the Intel Core i5-14600K, with its 14 cores and 20 threads, is providing ample processing power. However, the dramatic drop in frame rates as resolution increases shows that the RTX 4090's rendering workload is the dominant constraint at 4K. The Ultra preset at 4K, with only 63.8 FPS, demonstrates that the combination of high resolution and maximum settings pushes the GPU to its limits.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-14600K plays a critical role in Fivem's performance, particularly at lower resolutions. With 14 cores and 20 threads, the CPU provides a strong foundation for multi-threaded tasks, but the game's performance at 1080p suggests that single-thread performance is paramount. The CPU's boost clock of 5.30 GHz is likely a key factor in achieving the 367.7 FPS on Low settings at 1080p, as Fivem's simulation and network code are often single-thread bound.

The CPU's benchmark scores support its performance classification. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4642 and multi-core score of 32881 are both strong figures. The Passmark single-thread score of 4270 and multithread score of 38682 further confirm its capabilities. The CPU's average benchmark score of 49166 places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, which it beats by 0.2%, and the Intel Core i5-14600KF, which beats it by 0.4%.

The data indicates that the CPU is not the bottleneck at 4K, where the GPU's workload dominates, but it is the limiting factor at 1080p. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p is 185.7 FPS, which is a larger gap than at 1440p (118.5 FPS) or 4K (69.2 FPS). This pattern suggests that as the resolution increases, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, and the CPU's importance diminishes. The Core i5-14600K's strong single-core performance and high boost clock are well-suited for Fivem's demands at 1080p and 1440p, ensuring that the system remains highly responsive even in demanding multiplayer scenarios.