Fivem

The benchmark data for Fivem, measured with the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, reveals a system that is heavily constrained by its graphics card at higher resolutions. The CPU’s substantial core and thread resources are sufficient to drive very high frame rates at 1080p, but the GPU’s performance ceiling becomes the dominant factor as pixel count increases. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS data to understand the balance between these components.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic and consistent drop in average frame rates across all settings presets, clearly indicating the RTX 2060 SUPER is the primary limiting component at 4K. At the Low preset, the frame rate falls from 160.4 FPS at 1080p to 58.9 FPS at 4K, a reduction of approximately 63%. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario, where the pixel throughput requirement quadruples from 1080p to 4K, overwhelming the graphics card’s 7.181 TFLOPS of FP32 compute power and its 448.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

The data shows that the gap between 1080p and 1440p is less severe but still substantial. At Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 124.4 at 1080p to 81.4 at 1440p, a 35% decrease. Moving from 1440p to 4K at the same preset further reduces performance to 48.9 FPS, another 40% drop. This progressive decline suggests that the GPU’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus are sufficient for 1440p gaming but begin to strain under the memory and shading demands of 4K, particularly with the High and Ultra presets which yield only 37.2 FPS and 29.8 FPS respectively.

Interestingly, the CPU’s influence on resolution scaling appears minimal. The Core i7-12700KF, with its 12 cores and 20 threads, maintains a high level of headroom even at 1080p. The fact that the Low preset reaches 160.4 FPS at 1080p suggests the CPU is capable of feeding the GPU well beyond the RTX 2060 SUPER’s limits. If the processor were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS across lower resolutions, but instead, the performance scales directly with pixel count, confirming that the GPU is the definitive constraint in this configuration.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a high-end desktop processor that provides ample computational headroom for Fivem. Its architecture, Alder Lake, combines performance and efficiency cores, though the benchmark scores in the data do not distinguish between them. The CPU’s 3DMark scores are notable: 9,283 for 16 threads, 9,983 for max threads, and 1,043 for single thread. These figures indicate strong multi-threaded performance that can handle the complex server-side calculations and physics simulations common in multiplayer sessions, while the single-thread score is adequate for game logic and draw call submission.

In Fivem, which is a multiplayer modification framework, the CPU’s role is often more pronounced than in single-player titles due to the need to process data from multiple entities. However, the measured results show that even at 1080p with Ultra settings, the system achieves 77.3 FPS, which is likely below the CPU’s maximum capability. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28,979 and single-core score of 4,091 suggest that the processor can handle high instruction throughput, but the GPU’s rendering load at Ultra settings prevents the system from reaching the 160+ FPS territory seen at Low settings.

The CPU’s 25 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache provide fast access to frequently used data, which is beneficial for maintaining consistent frame times in a dynamic multiplayer environment. The PassMark data compression score of 441,960 and integer math score of 113,521 further indicate robust processing power that is unlikely to become a bottleneck in typical gameplay scenarios. Benchmark results suggest the i7-12700KF is performing in line with its rivals, such as the Intel Core i5-14400, which has a deltaPct of 0.1, and the Intel Core i9-12900HX at 0.2, indicating near-identical average benchmark scores.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on the optimal settings presets for different resolutions, balancing visual fidelity with playable frame rates. At 1920x1080, the High preset delivers 101.8 FPS, which is a strong target for smooth gameplay on a standard 60Hz or 144Hz monitor. The Medium preset offers 124.4 FPS, providing a significant boost for high-refresh-rate displays without a drastic visual compromise. The Low preset reaches 160.4 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play where maximum frame rate is prioritized over graphics quality.

At 2560x1440, the High preset produces 68.5 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for most gaming monitors. The Medium preset at 81.4 FPS offers a better experience for those with 144Hz displays, as it maintains a frame rate comfortably above 60 FPS while still rendering at a higher detail level. The Low preset at 103.6 FPS is the only option that allows for high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution, but it sacrifices significant visual quality.

For 3840x2160, the data suggests that only the Low preset at 58.9 FPS approaches playability, but it still falls short of a solid 60 FPS lock. The Medium preset at 48.9 FPS is playable but may feel less responsive, while the High and Ultra presets at 37.2 FPS and 29.8 FPS respectively are likely too demanding for a consistent experience. Users targeting 4K should consider lowering resolution scale or accepting a lower preset, as the RTX 2060 SUPER is not well-suited for this resolution in Fivem.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER ranks 1,206 out of 1,792 tested combos in Fivem. This places the system in the lower-middle tier of all possible pairings, indicating that while it is capable, it is not a top-tier performer for this specific game. The rank reflects the GPU’s position in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, which is a modest standing, while the CPU is in the 89th percentile, suggesting a mismatch where the processor is significantly more capable than the graphics card.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 19,774 places it close to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN (19,706) and RTX 2070 (19,680), with deltaPct values of 0.3 and 0.5 respectively. This indicates that the RTX 2060 SUPER’s performance is nearly identical to these older cards, which further explains the mid-range ranking. The combo’s rank is likely influenced by the fact that Fivem can be sensitive to GPU performance, and the 2060 SUPER’s 7.181 TFLOPS and 8 GB memory are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming but not for high-end 4K.

Given the CPU’s high percentile ranking, pairing the i7-12700KF with a more powerful GPU would likely move this combo significantly higher in the rankings. The current setup is a classic case of a CPU that has years of headroom but is held back by a mid-range graphics card, resulting in a rank that underrepresents the processor’s potential.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS achievable with this combo at 1080p?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 160.4 at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. The Ultra preset at the same resolution yields 77.3 FPS.

Q: Is this system capable of 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: At 3840x2160, the Low preset achieves 58.9 FPS, which is borderline playable. The Medium preset drops to 48.9 FPS, while High and Ultra produce 37.2 FPS and 29.8 FPS respectively, indicating poor 4K performance.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35,355, which is 0.1% higher than the Intel Core i5-14400 (35,336) and 0.2% higher than the Intel Core i9-12900HX (35,289).

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile relative to all other GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19,774. It performs within 0.3% of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN.

Q: Which resolution offers the best balance of frame rate and visual quality?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset provides 68.5 FPS, which is a reasonable balance. The Medium preset at 81.4 FPS offers a better frame rate for high-refresh monitors while maintaining decent visuals.

Q: How does the 1080p Ultra frame rate compare to the 1440p Low frame rate?

A: The 1080p Ultra preset averages 77.3 FPS, while the 1440p Low preset averages 103.6 FPS. This shows that lowering settings at a higher resolution can yield a higher frame rate than using Ultra at a lower resolution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete measured FPS data for this combination is as follows:

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers the highest average frame rate at 160.4 FPS. The Medium preset achieves 124.4 FPS, the High preset reaches 101.8 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 77.3 FPS. These figures demonstrate a clear scaling pattern where each step up in settings reduces performance by approximately 20-25%.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 103.6 FPS, which is notably close to the 1080p High preset’s performance. The Medium preset produces 81.4 FPS, the High preset yields 68.5 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 53.8 FPS. This resolution shows a more significant performance drop for the Ultra preset compared to 1080p, indicating the GPU’s memory bandwidth is becoming a limiting factor.

At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 58.9 FPS, which is the only preset that approaches a playable level. The Medium preset drops to 48.9 FPS, the High preset to 37.2 FPS, and the Ultra preset to 29.8 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K delivers less than half the frame rate of the Ultra preset at 1080p, highlighting the extreme demand of 4K rendering on this GPU.

The data shows a consistent pattern: the RTX 2060 SUPER can handle 1080p and 1440p gaming with high frame rates, but the gap between Low and Ultra settings widens at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 83.1 FPS, while at 4K, the difference is 29.1 FPS. This suggests that at lower resolutions, the CPU has more influence on the frame rate, but at 4K, the GPU’s raw rendering power is the sole determinant.