Fivem

# Fivem CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i7-12700KF is a 12-core, 20-thread processor from the Alder Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. Its base clock sits at 3.60 GHz, while the boost clock reaches 5.00 GHz. The chip carries 25 MB of shared L3 cache, with per-core L1 and L2 caches of 80 KB and 1.25 MB respectively. This processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory via a dual-channel bus, and it connects to the platform through PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

In Fivem, the CPU's threading capabilities are relevant because the game is a multiplayer modification that runs a large amount of server-side logic and client-side entity management. The benchmark results for this CPU show strong multi-threaded performance: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 28979, while single-core reaches 4091. The Geekbench multi-core score is 13596 with a single-core score of 2526. These numbers indicate that the i7-12700KF can handle both the single-threaded bottlenecks common in older game engines and the multi-threaded workloads that Fivem's many connected players generate.

The processor's 3DMark thread scaling tells a similar story. With 2 threads the score is 2065, rising to 4011 with 4 threads, 7211 with 8 threads, and 9282 with 16 threads. The max-thread score of 9983 shows only modest gains beyond 16 threads, suggesting that Fivem's workload does not fully utilize all 20 threads but benefits substantially from the first 8 to 16. The passmark multi-thread score of 34092 reinforces this, as does the floating-point math score of 87449 and integer math score of 113521.

The i7-12700KF's percentile ranking versus all CPUs is 89, placing it in the upper tier of processors. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14400, scores 35336 on average, which is a deltaPct of 0.1 relative to this chip's 35355 average benchmark score. The Intel Core i7-13800H is 0.2% behind, the Intel Core i9-12900HX is 0.2% ahead, and the Intel Core i5-13600T is 0.3% ahead. These margins are tiny, meaning the i7-12700KF sits in a tightly packed group of comparable performers. For Fivem, where frame rates at lower resolutions are often CPU-limited, this processor's balanced single-thread and multi-thread scores translate directly into the measured FPS figures.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with a transistor count of 18,900 million on a 159 mm² die. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1830 MHz and boosts to 2460 MHz. Memory runs at 2125 MHz, or 17 Gbps effective, across an 8 GB GDDR6 frame buffer with a 128-bit bus. Memory bandwidth is 272.0 GB/s. The GPU has 3072 shading units, 96 texture mapping units, 48 ROPs, 24 ray tracing cores, and 96 tensor cores. Its pixel rate is 118.1 GPixel/s and texture rate is 236.2 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS.

In Fivem, the GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1920x1080, the CPU is often the limiting factor, but at 3840x2160, the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and bandwidth constraints become visible. The measured FPS at 4K with High settings is 41.9, dropping to 34.2 at Ultra. These numbers reflect the GPU's position relative to its peers. The RTX 4060's average benchmark score is 23181, with a percentile ranking of 66 among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6600M at 23321 (0.6% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti at 23338 (0.7% higher), the Intel Arc B580 at 23021 (0.7% lower), and the AMD Radeon 760M at 22999 (0.8% lower). The RTX 4060 is essentially at parity with these cards, though it is an end-of-life product based on its production status.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2302 and Passmark G3D score of 19545 provide additional context. The DirectX 12 score of 76 in Passmark is notably low, which may indicate driver overhead or workload characteristics that do not favor this GPU in certain API paths. For Fivem, which is based on a modified Grand Theft Auto V engine, the DirectX 11 score of 175 is likely more relevant, and it shows the RTX 4060 can handle the game's rendering demands when settings are tuned appropriately.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for smooth gameplay with this combo?

A: At 1920x1080 with Medium settings, the combo achieves 150.3 FPS average. At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, it drops to 97.3 FPS. For a 60 FPS target, 2560x1440 at High settings (75.9 FPS) or 3840x2160 at Low settings (70 FPS) both work.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival in raw performance?

A: The i7-12700KF has an average benchmark score of 35355. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-14400, scores 35336, a delta of 0.1%. The Intel Core i7-13800H is 0.2% lower, while the Intel Core i9-12900HX is 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i5-13600T is 0.3% higher.

Q: What GPU performance tier does the RTX 4060 fall into?

A: The RTX 4060 has a percentile ranking of 66 among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 23181, which is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23321) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti (23338). The Intel Arc B580 (23021) and AMD Radeon 760M (22999) are slightly lower.

Q: Why does Fivem show higher FPS at 1080p Low compared to 4K Ultra?

A: The measured FPS at 1920x1080 Low is 188.5, while at 3840x2160 Ultra it is 34.2. This large gap reflects the GPU's rendering load. At 1080p, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU, but at 4K Ultra, the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth become limiting factors.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance like?

A: The i7-12700KF scores 1043 in 3DMark single-thread, 412 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1718 in Cinebench R20 single-core, 4091 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 2526 in Geekbench single-core. These scores indicate strong single-core capability, important for Fivem's game logic.

Q: Does the combo rank high among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1007 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the upper-middle portion of the distribution, reflecting a balanced but not top-tier pairing.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data across three resolutions and four settings presets provides clear guidance for the best experience. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 188.5 FPS, which is far beyond what most displays can show. Medium yields 150.3 FPS, High drops to 121.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 90.4 FPS. For a 144 Hz monitor, High at 121.1 FPS is the best choice because it remains above 120 FPS while offering better visual quality than Medium. Ultra at 90.4 FPS is acceptable for a 90 Hz display but not ideal for competitive play.

At 2560x1440, the pattern shifts. Low produces 126.1 FPS, Medium 97.3 FPS, High 75.9 FPS, and Ultra 60.6 FPS. For a 1440p display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, Medium at 97.3 FPS is the highest quality preset that stays above 90 FPS. High at 75.9 FPS is smoother than 60 FPS but may feel less responsive. Ultra at 60.6 FPS is borderline for a 60 Hz monitor but will show occasional dips below 60 in busy multiplayer areas.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4060 is clearly stretched. Low yields 70 FPS, Medium 56.4 FPS, High 41.9 FPS, and Ultra 34.2 FPS. For a 4K display, Low at 70 FPS is the only preset that maintains a playable frame rate above 60. Medium at 56.4 FPS is playable but not smooth, and High or Ultra are not recommended. The data suggests that 2560x1440 Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, balancing visual fidelity and frame rate. If a player prioritizes competitive performance, 1920x1080 High at 121.1 FPS is the better option.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-12700KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1007 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the 56th percentile of all tested combinations, meaning roughly 56% of the combos in the database perform better. The ranking reflects the GPU's mid-tier positioning more than the CPU's, since the i7-12700KF sits at the 89th percentile among CPUs while the RTX 4060 is at the 66th percentile among GPUs.

In Fivem specifically, the game's heavy CPU load from multiplayer scripting and entity tracking helps the i7-12700KF's strong multi-threaded scores shine, but the RTX 4060's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus cap the overall performance at higher resolutions. The rank of 1007 suggests that while this combo delivers solid frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, it is not among the top-tier pairings for this game. The deltaPct values for the CPU's nearest rivals are all under 0.3%, indicating that swapping the i7-12700KF for a slightly better or worse CPU would not meaningfully change the outcome. The GPU, however, has more headroom for improvement, as its nearest rivals differ by up to 0.8%.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo produces its highest frame rates. Low settings yield 188.5 FPS average, Medium 150.3 FPS, High 121.1 FPS, and Ultra 90.4 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is 98.1 FPS, showing that Fivem's settings have a significant impact on GPU load. The difference between Medium and High is 29.2 FPS, while the difference between High and Ultra is 30.7 FPS, indicating a roughly linear scaling with preset quality.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates drop but remain playable. Low produces 126.1 FPS, Medium 97.3 FPS, High 75.9 FPS, and Ultra 60.6 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is most pronounced at Low settings, where the frame rate falls by 62.4 FPS (from 188.5 to 126.1). At Ultra, the drop is 29.8 FPS (from 90.4 to 60.6). This suggests that at lower settings, the CPU becomes less of a bottleneck, and the GPU's workload scales almost linearly with pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 4060's limitations become apparent. Low yields 70 FPS, Medium 56.4 FPS, High 41.9 FPS, and Ultra 34.2 FPS. The drop from 1440p to 4K at Low is 56.1 FPS (from 126.1 to 70), while at Ultra it is 26.4 FPS (from 60.6 to 34.2). The absolute values at 4K are the lowest measured across all settings, with Ultra dipping below 35 FPS. The data shows that this combo is best suited for 1080p or 1440p gaming, where it can maintain competitive frame rates across all settings presets. At 4K, only the Low preset achieves a frame rate above 60 FPS.