Fivem

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 presents a high-end configuration for Fivem, a multiplayer title known for its demanding, modded environments. The measured data reveals a system that scales predictably with resolution and settings, offering a clear picture of where its bottlenecks lie. This analysis breaks down the performance characteristics, from CPU dependency at lower resolutions to GPU limitations at 4K.

Resolution Scaling

The performance trajectory from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates how the limiting component shifts as pixel count increases. At 1080p, the system delivers exceptional frame rates, with the Low preset hitting 333 FPS and High reaching 210 FPS. This range suggests that at this resolution, the frame rate is not constrained by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080's raw rendering power, but rather by the game's engine and the CPU's ability to issue draw calls. The fact that 1080p Low produces over 200 FPS indicates a scenario where the GPU is largely waiting on the CPU, a common situation in multiplayer titles with many networked entities.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain highly playable but show a clear step down as the GPU begins to do more work. The Low preset drops from 333 FPS at 1080p to 219 FPS at 1440p, a decrease of 34%. Similarly, the High preset falls from 210 FPS to 138 FPS, a 34% reduction. This proportional drop suggests that the system is still not fully GPU-bound, as a purely GPU-limited scenario would typically show a more pronounced scaling gap between these resolutions. The 1440p results indicate a balance where both the CPU and GPU are contributing significantly to the final frame rate.

The 4K results present a different story. Here, the GPU's workload becomes the dominant factor, leading to a sharp performance cliff. The High preset at 4K averages 77 FPS, compared to 138 FPS at 1440p—a 44% reduction. The Low preset at 4K averages 122 FPS, versus 219 FPS at 1440p, a 44% drop as well. This consistent scaling between 1440p and 4K indicates that at this resolution, the GPU, with its 16 GB of memory and 716.8 GB/s bandwidth, is being fully utilized. The frame rates at 4K, while lower, are still very playable for a multiplayer experience, but the scaling confirms that the RTX 4080's architecture is the primary determinant of performance at this resolution. The data suggests that for the best experience, users should choose between high refresh at 1440p or realistic rendering at 4K, with the 4K Ultra preset being the only setting that dips below 60 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700K is a 12-core, 20-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its benchmark results, such as a 3DMark single-thread score of 1043 and a multi-thread score of 9979, indicate a strong processor, but its role in Fivem appears to be less about heavy multi-core scaling and more about sustained single-thread performance. The game's engine, particularly in multiplayer scenarios, often relies on the CPU to process game logic and network data, which can create a bottleneck that prevents the GPU from reaching its full potential.

The measured data shows that at 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor. From the Low preset (333 FPS) to the Ultra preset (163 FPS), the game's load on the GPU scales, but the CPU is still able to keep up, suggesting the CPU is not the primary constraint at this resolution. However, when comparing the 1080p Low result of 333 FPS to the 1440p Low result of 219 FPS, the drop is not as severe as what a pure GPU bottleneck would produce, indicating that the CPU is still able to feed the GPU at a high rate. The CPU's performance in this title is better characterized by its ability to maintain high frame rates, rather than being a direct bottleneck, even at 4KpK where the GPU is clearly the limiting factor.

The data shows that the Core i7-12700K is capable of driving the GPU to over 300 FPS at 1080p Low and over 200 FPS at 1440p Low. This indicates that the CPU's single-thread performance, as shown by its 3DMark 2-threads score of 2065, is sufficient to avoid being the primary constraint in most scenarios. The CPU's 12 cores and 20 threads are likely not fully utilized by Fivem, which may not be optimized for the many threads, but the high per-core performance ensures that the game's primary thread can be processed efficiently. In this game, the CPU's role is to provide a steady stream of frames without becoming the limiting factor, and the data suggests it performs this role well across all tested resolutions.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The average FPS at 1080p with High settings is 210 FPS.

Q: How does the Ultra preset at 4K compare to the High preset at 1440p?

A: The Ultra preset at 4K averages 60 FPS, while the High preset at 1440p averages 138 FPS. The 1440p High setting offers a significantly higher frame rate, making it a better choice for competitive play, while 4K Ultra provides a more visually demanding experience at a lower frame rate.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The 1440p Medium preset has an average FPS of 173, with a minimum of 147 and a maximum of 199.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck at 1080p Low settings?

A: The data suggests the CPU is not the bottleneck at 1080p Low. The average FPS of 333 indicates the GPU is capable of producing a very high frame rate, but the frame rate is likely limited by the CPU's ability to process the game's logic, as the GPU is not being fully utilized.

Q: How does the 4K Ultra preset compare to the 4K High preset?

A: The 4K Ultra preset averages 60 FPS, while the 4K High preset averages 77 FPS. The difference of 17 FPS shows that the Ultra settings are significantly more demanding on the GPU.

Q: How many times higher is the 1080p Low FPS compared to 4K Ultra FPS?

A: The 1080p Low preset averages 333 FPS, while the 4K Ultra preset averages 60 FPS. Therefore, the 1080p Low preset delivers approximately 5.5 times the frame rate of the 4K Ultra preset.

Settings Recommendations

For players prioritizing high frame rates, the 1440p High preset is the most balanced option, delivering an average of 138 FPS. This setting provides a significant visual improvement over the Low preset, which averages 219 FPS, while still maintaining a frame rate well above the 60 FPS threshold. The 1440p Medium preset offers a middle ground with 173 FPS, but the High preset’s 138 FPS is likely a better balance of visual fidelity and smoothness for most users.

If the target is 4K resolution, the High preset (77 FPS) is the best settings for playability, as the Ultra preset drops to 60 FPS, which is on the edge of being too low for a fast-paced multiplayer game. The High preset at 4K provides a stable experience, while the Low preset at 4K, with 122 FPS, is an option for those who prioritize frame rate over visual quality. The 4K Medium setting (96 FPS) is a strong alternative for users with a 1440p monitor, as it offers a substantial frame rate boost over the High preset while still providing a good visual experience.

For users with a 1440p monitor, the Medium preset is an excellent choice, as it provides a smooth 173 FPS average with a minimum of 147 FPS, ensuring a stable experience in most scenes. The data shows that the 1440p High preset is the best balance for most players, as it offers a high frame rate without the visual compromises of the Medium settings. The 1080p High preset (210 FPS) is a good option for esports-focused players who want a mix of visual quality and supreme responsiveness, while the Ultra preset at any resolution is only for those who prioritize the highest visual settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 combination ranks 250th out of 3707 tested combos in this game. This places it in the top 7% of all configurations, indicating a very high overall performance level. The rank shows that this combo is among the best, but not at the very top, which likely consists of newer or more expensive components.

The GPU's percentile of 86% is a strong indicator of its performance, but the combo rank suggests that in this specific game, the CPU is not the only factor. The RTX 4080's nearest rivals include the RTX 4080 SUPER, which has a benchmark score of 54209, a deltaPct of 0.1%, meaning it performs similarly. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X is a 1.1% behind, making the RTX 4080 a solid choice, but the combo's rank shows that the entire system, including the CPU, is what determines the final experience.

The data shows that this combo's 1080p performance is over 300 FPS, which is excellent for a high-refresh-rate monitor, but the 4K performance, while playable, is not as high as the top-end systems. This rank suggests that the i7-12700K and RTX 4080 is a well-balanced pairing for Fivem, with no major bottleneck. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600T, has a benchmark score of 35305, which is only 0.1% lower than the i7-12700K, indicating that the CPU is not holding back the system. The i7-12700K's performance is sufficient to keep the GPU well-fed, and the rank of 220 out of 3707 confirms that this is a strong pairing for title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at the performance across all settings and resolutions. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers an average of 333 FPS, the Medium preset averages 263 FPS, the High preset averages 210 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 163 FPS. The Medium preset has a minimum of 223 FPS and a maximum of 302 FPS, showing a degree of variance. This data indicates that the GPU is not the bottleneck at 1080p, as the frame rates are exceptionally high.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 219 FPS, the Medium preset averages 173 FPS (with a minimum of 147 and a maximum of 199), the High preset averages 138 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 107 FPS. The 1440p results show a more significant impact from the settings, with a 107 FPS difference between the Low and Ultra presets. This suggests a balance between CPU and GPU, where the higher settings start to stress the GPU more.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 122 FPS, the Medium preset averages 96 FPS (with a minimum of 82 and a maximum of 110), the High preset averages 77 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 60 FPS. The 4K results demonstrate a clear GPU bottleneck, as the frame rates scale directly with the pixel count. The difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 4K is 61 FPS, showing that the settings have a significant impact on performance at this resolution.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, based on the AD103 chip and Ada Lovelace architecture, is a high-end GPU with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory and a 256-bit memory bus, providing 716.8 GB/s of bandwidth. Its boost clock is 2505 MHz, and it has a TDP of 320 W. With a benchmark score of 54247, it ranks in the 86th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, is only 0.1% faster, indicating the RTX 4080 is a top-tier GPU.

The GPU’s role in this game is most evident at 4K and at the highest settings. The 4K Ultra preset (60 FPS) clearly demonstrates a GPU bottleneck, as the GPU is unable to maintain a high frame rate even with a strong CPU. The 16 GB of VRAM is more than ample, and the GPU’s memory bandwidth is sufficient for 4K textures. The GPU's compute power, as shown by its PassMark G3D score of 34457, is a key factor in high-fidelity rendering.

The RTX 4080's performance is consistently high, but it is not the only factor in the system's overall ranking. The benchmark data shows that at 1080p, the GPU is not fully utilized, and the CPU is the limiting factor. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, but it still delivers playable frame rates. The GPU's nearest rival, the RTX 4080 SUPER, has a score of 54209, which is a 0.1% difference, meaning the RTX 4080 performs nearly identically in this game. This indicates that the RTX 4080 is a high-performing GPU that is well-suited for the game at 1440p and 4K, but the silicon is not the main constraint at lower resolutions.