Fivem

The Intel Core i5-9400 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER combination delivers a playable experience in Fivem, but the data shows a clear performance ceiling that shifts depending on resolution. This pairing ranks 1092nd out of 1792 tested combos in the game, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. The measured frames per second reveal a system that is capable at 1080p, comfortable at 1440p with adjustments, and struggling to maintain fluid motion at 4K. The following analysis breaks down the measured results to show exactly where this combo excels and where it falters.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking trend in the measured data is the dramatic FPS drop as resolution increases, which indicates that the RTX 2070 SUPER becomes the primary limiting factor at higher pixel counts. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 177.2 FPS, but moving to 1440p Low drops that to 112.4 FPS, a reduction of roughly 37%. Pushing further to 4K Low yields 62.7 FPS, which is about 44% lower than the 1440p result and 65% lower than the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the rendering workload grows exponentially with pixel count, and the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth start to feel constrained.

At High settings, the resolution scaling is even more pronounced. The system achieves 108.3 FPS at 1080p, falls to 74.6 FPS at 1440p (a 31% drop), and then plummets to 42.1 FPS at 4K (a 44% drop from 1440p). The 4K High result is below the 60 FPS threshold that most builders consider the minimum for smooth gameplay, confirming that this combo is not suited for native 4K gaming in Fivem. The gap between Low and High settings widens as resolution increases, which is a sign that the GPU’s shading units (2560) and texture units (160) are being saturated by the combination of high detail and high resolution.

The Ultra preset tells a similar story but with sharper declines. At 1080p Ultra, the system manages 85.3 FPS, which is respectable. At 1440p Ultra, that drops to 58.5 FPS, and at 4K Ultra, it falls to 30.3 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is essentially unplayable for fast-paced multiplayer action. The data suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER’s 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the jump to 4K requires more raw compute power than this card can deliver while maintaining high detail settings. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p is manageable, but the jump from 1440p to 4K is where the system breaks down, particularly on the heavier presets.

GPU Role

The RTX 2070 SUPER is the workhorse of this combo, and its specifications explain the measured FPS patterns. The card features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. For Fivem, a multiplayer title with dense urban environments and many simultaneous player models, this memory capacity is adequate for 1080p and 1440p, but the data shows it becomes a bottleneck at 4K. The 4K High result of 42.1 FPS compared to the 1080p High result of 108.3 FPS suggests that the GPU is running out of both raw compute and memory bandwidth when pushed to 4K.

The card’s clock speeds are also relevant. With a base clock of 1605 MHz and a boost clock of 1770 MHz, the RTX 2070 SUPER operates at a moderate frequency for its generation. The boost behavior is what allows the card to maintain 136.6 FPS at 1080p Medium, but when the resolution climbs, the thermal and power headroom (215 W TDP) limits sustained boost clocks. The pixel rate of 113.3 GPixel/s and texture rate of 283.2 GTexel/s are solid mid-range figures, but they are not enough to handle 4K with high detail in a game like Fivem, which can be demanding on fill rate due to the large draw distances.

In the benchmark database, the RTX 2070 SUPER sits at the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 22206. Its nearest rivals in synthetic tests are the NVIDIA RTX A400 (avg score 22307, delta -0.5%), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z (avg score 22006, delta 0.9%), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile (avg score 22729, delta -2.3%). The RTX 2070 SUPER is about 2.5% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (avg score 21670), which puts it in a competitive position for 1440p gaming. The measured FPS in Fivem aligns with this synthetic standing: the card is capable of delivering high refresh rates at 1080p, but its 4K performance is limited to the Low preset, where it reaches 62.7 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-9400 provides the processing foundation for this combo, and its characteristics are well-suited for the measured results. With 6 cores and 6 threads, this CPU lacks hyper-threading, which can be a limitation in heavily multithreaded scenarios. However, Fivem’s performance data suggests that the game does not fully saturate the CPU at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system hits 177.2 FPS, which is close to what the GPU can output without being bottlenecked. This indicates that the i5-9400’s 6 physical cores are sufficient to keep up with the RTX 2070 SUPER at 1080p.

The CPU’s clock speeds play a role in the higher-FPS scenarios. With a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, the i5-9400 can deliver strong single-thread performance when needed. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 1125 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 7969 in multi-core, placing it at the 50th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-10305 (avg score 2300, delta 0.2%) and the Intel Xeon E-2134 (avg score 2295, delta 0.4%), which indicates that the i5-9400 is a mid-pack processor for its generation. The fact that the FPS scales down from 177.2 at 1080p Low to 112.4 at 1440p Low suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor in most scenarios, as the GPU workload increases with resolution.

However, the CPU’s lack of threads could become a bottleneck in Fivem’s multiplayer environments, where many AI-driven entities and physics calculations can tax the processor. The 9 MB of shared L3 cache is modest by modern standards, but it is sufficient for the game’s data access patterns. The dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth is adequate, though it pales in comparison to the GPU’s memory bandwidth. In this combo, the i5-9400 is a capable partner that allows the RTX 2070 SUPER to stretch its legs at 1080p, but it is not the star of the show. The measured FPS at 4K (30.3 to 62.7 depending on settings) is clearly GPU-limited, as the CPU would not struggle more at higher resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of this combo’s capabilities across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system is at its best. Low settings produce 177.2 FPS, Medium produces 136.6 FPS, High produces 108.3 FPS, and Ultra produces 85.3 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra is roughly 52%, which is a significant penalty for the highest detail level. For competitive play, the Low preset offers the highest headroom, while Ultra remains above 60 FPS, making it viable for single-player or casual multiplayer.

At 2560x1440, the performance becomes more moderate. Low settings yield 112.4 FPS, Medium yields 91.1 FPS, High yields 74.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 58.5 FPS. The Ultra result is just below the 60 FPS target, which may cause minor stutters on 60 Hz displays. The Medium preset at 91.1 FPS is the sweet spot for 1440p, as it maintains a high refresh rate without the visual sacrifices of Low. High settings at 74.6 FPS are also acceptable for most users, but the gap between Medium and High is only about 18%, while the gap between High and Ultra is about 22%, indicating diminishing returns on the Ultra preset.

At 3840x2160, the system is clearly overmatched. Low settings produce 62.7 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a smooth experience. Medium drops to 48.4 FPS, High falls to 42.1 FPS, and Ultra tumbles to 30.3 FPS. The 4K results show that the RTX 2070 SUPER is not a 4K card for Fivem, as even the Low preset struggles to maintain a locked 60 FPS. The data suggests that users with 4K displays should either lower the resolution to 1440p or accept lower frame rates. The combo’s rank of 1092 out of 1792 reflects this overall performance profile, which is solid for 1080p and 1440p but weak for 4K.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-9400 + RTX 2070 SUPER combo good for 1080p gaming in Fivem?

A: Yes, the data shows excellent 1080p performance. At High settings, the combo achieves 108.3 FPS, and at Low settings it reaches 177.2 FPS. Even at Ultra, it maintains 85.3 FPS, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate monitors.

Q: Can this combo handle 1440p in Fivem?

A: It can, but with caveats. At Medium settings, it produces 91.1 FPS, which is very good. High settings yield 74.6 FPS, and Ultra drops to 58.5 FPS. For a 60 Hz display, High is recommended, but Medium is better for higher refresh rates.

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

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1440p with Medium or High settings offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, the combo has more headroom, but 1440p takes better advantage of the RTX 2070 SUPER’s capabilities.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combo?

A: No, not really. The best 4K result is 62.7 FPS at Low settings, but Medium drops to 48.4 FPS and High to 42.1 FPS. Ultra is unplayable at 30.3 FPS. Users with 4K displays should consider lowering the resolution.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 2070 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 22206, which is 0.5% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A400 (22307) and 0.9% higher than the GTX TITAN Z (22006). It is 2.3% faster than the RTX 4060 Mobile (22729 is the rival’s score, so the 2070 SUPER is actually slower by that margin) and 2.5% faster than the AMD RX 5700 (21670).

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck in this combo?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not a major bottleneck at most settings. The i5-9400 scores 7969 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, and FPS scales with resolution, indicating GPU limitation. However, in crowded multiplayer situations, the 6-core/6-thread design may hold back performance.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal settings depend on the user’s display and priorities. For 1080p, the High preset at 108.3 FPS is the best overall choice, as it provides a strong balance between visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset at 85.3 FPS is acceptable but offers diminishing returns over High. For competitive play, the Low preset at 177.2 FPS is ideal for maximizing refresh rates, but the visual downgrade may be too severe for some users. The Medium preset at 136.6 FPS is a good middle ground, offering high frame rates with improved visuals over Low.

For 1440p, the Medium preset at 91.1 FPS is the recommended starting point. It delivers smooth gameplay on most monitors and looks significantly better than Low. If the display supports 120 Hz or higher, dropping to Low (112.4 FPS) is an option, but the visual quality suffers. The High preset at 74.6 FPS is viable for 60 Hz displays, but the Ultra preset at 58.5 FPS should be avoided unless the user is willing to tolerate sub-60 FPS performance. For 4K, the only playable option is the Low preset at 62.7 FPS, but even that is marginal. Users with 4K displays should strongly consider running the game at 1440p with Medium settings instead, as the visual difference is often outweighed by the massive frame rate improvement. In summary, the data points to 1080p High or 1440p Medium as the sweet spots for this combo, with the understanding that the RTX 2070 SUPER is not a 4K card for Fivem.