Fivem

The Intel Core i5-9400 and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT pairing delivers a distinctly GPU-bound experience in Fivem, but only at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the frame rates climb steeply, indicating that the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at lower pixel counts. However, the gap between Low and Ultra settings at 4K narrows dramatically, showing that the graphics card becomes the primary constraint as pixel count rises. This combo ranks 965th out of 1792 tested configurations, placing it in the middle of the pack overall, with a performance profile that heavily favors high-refresh 1080p play over 4K immersion.

Resolution Scaling

The measured data shows a clear and predictable pattern: as resolution increases, average FPS falls across every settings preset. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 194.2 FPS, which is a very high figure. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 126.6 FPS, a 34.8% reduction, and then to 70.3 FPS at 4K Low, which is another 44.5% drop from the 1440p result. This steep decline indicates that the RX 6700 XT is the limiting factor at higher resolutions, as the CPU’s workload does not scale with pixel count in the same way the GPU’s does.

The scaling from 1080p to 4K is less severe at higher quality settings, which is typical. At High settings, the combo delivers 120.9 FPS at 1080p and 77.8 FPS at 1440p, before falling to 44.1 FPS at 4K. At Ultra, the figures are 95.5 FPS, 59.2 FPS, and 33.2 FPS for the same three resolutions. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is 35.6% at High and 38.0% at Ultra, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 43.3% at High and 43.9% at Ultra. This suggests that the GPU is consistently the bottleneck, as the frame rate penalty for increasing pixel count is substantial regardless of settings.

Interestingly, the gap between Low and Ultra settings narrows as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low (194.2 FPS) and Ultra (95.5 FPS) is 98.7 FPS, or roughly double. At 4K, that gap shrinks to 37.1 FPS (70.3 vs 33.2). This behavior indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so heavily loaded that even reducing quality settings cannot fully compensate for the raw pixel throughput demand. The data suggests that 1440p is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a solid balance between visual fidelity and high frame rates, while 4K is only viable for those prioritizing image quality over smoothness.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The card’s boost clock is 2581 MHz, with a game clock of 2424 MHz and a base clock of 2321 MHz. These specifications, combined with 2560 shading units and 64 ROPs, give it a passmark G3D score of 19786, which puts it in the 77th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival in the benchmark database is the AMD Radeon RX 6800, which scores 33493, a 0.7% difference, placing the 6700 XT essentially on par with that higher-tier card in synthetic tests.

In Fivem, the GPU’s role is clearly dominant at higher resolutions. The measured FPS at 4K Ultra is 33.2, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider the minimum for smooth gameplay. Even at 4K Medium, the combo only manages 56.4 FPS, indicating that the GPU is the limiting component. The 12 GB VRAM capacity is not directly tested in the FPS data, but it is a substantial amount for the game’s era and should prevent memory-related stuttering at high resolutions. The card’s pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 413.0 GTexel/s are the hardware attributes that directly influence these frame rates, and the data shows they are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p play but fall short at 4K when settings are maxed.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-9400 and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination has a combo rank of 965 out of 1792 tested configurations in Fivem. This places it in the 54th percentile of all combos, meaning about 46% of tested systems perform better. The rank is a holistic measure, but the FPS data reveals why it is not higher: the CPU is a middle-tier part, while the GPU is a strong performer. The i5-9400’s average benchmark score is 2305, which is 50th percentile among all CPUs, while the RX 6700 XT’s average score is 33721, which is 77th percentile among all GPUs. This imbalance means the system is often held back by the processor, especially at lower resolutions where CPU overhead is more prominent.

Compared to other combos, this pairing is not a top-tier performer in Fivem. The rank suggests that many systems with similar or better CPUs paired with this GPU achieve higher frame rates, particularly at 1080p. However, the data indicates that the combo is still very capable for high-refresh gaming at 1440p, where the GPU can stretch its legs. The 965th rank out of 1792 is a solid middle-ground result, reflecting a system that is neither a budget compromise nor a high-end enthusiast build. It is a practical pairing for a gamer who wants strong 1440p performance without investing in a flagship CPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. Low settings produce 194.2 FPS, Medium drops to 153.7 FPS, High yields 120.9 FPS, and Ultra sits at 95.5 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is well-suited for competitive play at 1080p, as even Ultra settings clear the 90 FPS mark comfortably. The scaling from Low to Ultra is 98.7 FPS, showing that the GPU has headroom to handle quality increases without major frame rate collapses.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but drops noticeably. Low settings produce 126.6 FPS, Medium generates 96.7 FPS, High delivers 77.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 59.2 FPS. The step from High to Ultra at this resolution is 18.6 FPS, which is the largest single-setting drop in the dataset, indicating that the Ultra preset is particularly demanding. For players with a 144Hz monitor, Low or Medium settings are necessary, while High settings are still viable for 60Hz displays.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. Low settings yield 70.3 FPS, Medium drops to 56.4 FPS, High delivers 44.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 33.2 FPS. Only at Low settings does the system approach the 60 FPS threshold, and even then it is barely above it. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming is not this combo’s strength, and users should expect to lower settings significantly or accept sub-60 FPS performance at this resolution.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-9400 is a 6-core, 6-thread processor based on the Coffee Lake architecture, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. It has 9 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 7969 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1125 in single-core, which places it in the 50th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i3-10305, which scores 2300 on average, a 0.2% difference, showing that the i5-9400 is essentially equivalent to a modern i3 in overall compute performance.

In Fivem, the CPU’s role is most apparent at 1080p, where the frame rates are highest. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 194.2 FPS, which is a strong result, but it is likely that the CPU is nearing its limit in this scenario. The fact that the FPS drops from 194.2 at Low to 95.5 at Ultra at the same resolution suggests that the GPU is still the main bottleneck, as the CPU workload does not change significantly with quality settings. However, the 6-thread limit could be a constraint in multiplayer scenarios with many players, which Fivem is known for, potentially causing frame dips in populated areas. The 65W TDP and 14nm process node are modest, but the processor is not overclockable, limiting its long-term potential.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows 1440p is the sweet spot, with High settings delivering 77.8 FPS and Medium producing 96.7 FPS. At 1080p, the combo can exceed 120 FPS on High, but 1440p offers a better balance of visual quality and frame rate.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Barely, at Low settings it hits 70.3 FPS, but at Medium it drops to 56.4 FPS. For a consistent 60 FPS experience, Low settings are required, and Ultra is not viable at 33.2 FPS.

Q: How does the i5-9400 compare to its nearest rival?

A: The i5-9400’s average benchmark score is 2305, while the Intel Core i3-10305 scores 2300, a 0.2% difference. This indicates they are essentially identical in compute performance.

Q: Is the RX 6700 XT a bottleneck at 1080p?

A: No, the data shows the GPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p. At Low settings the combo hits 194.2 FPS, which indicates the CPU is likely the constraint, but the GPU still has headroom to handle higher settings.

Q: What is the frame rate difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p?

A: The difference is 98.7 FPS, with Low producing 194.2 FPS and Ultra producing 95.5 FPS. This shows a significant performance cost for maxing out visual quality.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested systems?

A: It ranks 965th out of 1792 combos, placing it in the middle of the pack. This is a solid result, but it is not a top-tier performer due to the CPU’s mid-range standing.