Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification framework built atop Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile that is heavily influenced by server-side scripts, player count, and the underlying single-player engine. The benchmark data for the Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT reveals a system that is decisively balanced for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming, yet quickly becomes constrained by the GPU as resolution increases. The measured FPS across three resolutions and four quality presets offers a clear picture of where this combination excels and where it struggles, with the CPU's substantial multi-threading capabilities proving more than sufficient for the game's demands.

The data indicates that this combo ranks at 2391 out of 3707 tested combinations, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This rank is not indicative of poor performance, but rather reflects the RX 6650 XT's position as a mid-range GPU in a database filled with high-end configurations, while the CPU sits in the 89th percentile among all processors. The following analysis breaks down the resolution scaling, component roles, and optimal settings to provide a comprehensive understanding of this combo's capabilities in Fivem.

Resolution Scaling

The most striking observation from the data is the dramatic FPS penalty as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 166 FPS, which drops to 109 FPS at 1440p and further to 60 FPS at 4K. This represents a 64% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K, a steep curve that strongly suggests the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions. The fact that the 1080p Low preset exceeds 160 FPS indicates the i7-13700K is feeding frames at a rate well beyond what the RX 6650 XT can sustain when pixel count rises.

Examining the Medium preset provides additional insight into this scaling behavior. At 1080p, the average FPS is 131, with a minimum of 111 and maximum of 150. Moving to 1440p drops the average to 86 FPS, a 34% decrease, while 4K Medium yields just 48 FPS, a further 44% reduction from the 1440p figure. This accelerating degradation as resolution climbs is classic GPU-bound behavior. The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads are not the bottleneck here; if they were, the FPS would remain relatively flat across resolutions since the CPU workload would be similar. Instead, the sharp declines point directly at the RX 6650 XT's 8 GB of VRAM and 128-bit memory bus being saturated by larger frame buffers.

The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens with resolution, which further confirms the GPU-centric limitation. At 1080p, the difference between Low (166 FPS) and Ultra (81 FPS) is 85 FPS. At 1440p, that gap narrows to 56 FPS (109 vs 53), and at 4K it shrinks to just 30 FPS (60 vs 30). This convergence at higher resolutions means that the GPU is so overwhelmed by pixel throughput that even dropping to Low settings cannot restore high frame rates. The data implies that for 4K gaming, this combo is only viable on Low settings, and even then, the 60 FPS average is borderline for smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame field places this specific CPU-GPU pairing at 2391 out of 3707 tested combinations. This percentile positioning, roughly in the 35th percentile of all combos, must be interpreted carefully given the game's unique nature. Fivem's performance is notoriously variable based on server population and script complexity, which can shift the load between CPU and GPU unpredictably. The rank suggests that while this is not a top-tier combination, it is far from the bottom, and for the majority of Fivem experiences, it will deliver playable frame rates at 1080p.

The i7-13700K itself ranks in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46881. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 (a -0.2% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX at 46654 (a 0.5% delta). This indicates the CPU is performing essentially at parity with high-end Ryzen 9 parts, making it an exceptionally capable processor for handling the heavy single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads that Fivem's scripts and the GTA V engine can generate. The GPU, by contrast, ranks in the 65th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 19765, sitting near the NVIDIA Tesla K40m (19885, -0.6% delta) and AMD FirePro W7000 (19905, -0.7% delta). This disparity between the CPU's high percentile and the GPU's mid-tier percentile explains why the combo rank is dragged down.

For Fivem specifically, the rank of 2391 suggests that many users with higher-end GPUs are achieving better average FPS, but the data does not reveal whether those combos are CPU-limited at lower resolutions. The i7-13700K's strength means that at 1080p, the RX 6650 XT is likely the sole limiting factor, which is a healthy balance for this resolution. The rank would likely improve substantially if only 1080p results were considered, but the inclusion of 1440p and 4K data points pulls the overall standing down.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where this combo consistently exceeds 60 FPS across all settings. At 1440p, only the Low and Medium presets achieve above 60 FPS (109 and 86 respectively), while 4K only reaches 60 FPS on Low settings. For a smooth experience without compromising visual quality, 1080p is the clear recommendation.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in raw performance?

A: The i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (46971, -0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022, -0.3% delta). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654, +0.5% delta) and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46653, +0.5% delta), indicating it sits comfortably among top-tier desktop processors.

Q: Is the GPU a bottleneck for this processor?

A: Yes, at 1440p and 4K resolutions. The FPS drops of 34% from 1080p to 1440p and another 44% from 1440p to 4K on Medium settings indicate the RX 6650 XT is the limiting component. At 1080p, the GPU is also the bottleneck but is sufficient to deliver high frame rates. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 65th percentile confirms this imbalance.

Q: What frame rate can be expected on Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: The measured average FPS for Ultra settings at 1920x1080 is 81 FPS. This is playable but noticeably lower than the 166 FPS achieved on Low settings. The 35 FPS difference between Low and Ultra at 1080p highlights the GPU's workload increase with higher preset quality.

Q: Does the 4K resolution offer a playable experience?

A: Only on Low settings, where the average FPS is 60. On Medium, it drops to 48 FPS, and on High it is 38 FPS. Ultra at 4K is the worst case at 30 FPS. These numbers suggest 4K is only viable for players who prioritize resolution over visual fidelity and smoothness.

Q: How does this combo's rank compare to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 2391 out of 3707 total combos, placing it in the 35th percentile overall. This is a mid-to-low ranking, but given the CPU's high performance and the GPU's mid-range nature, the rank reflects that many other systems in the database pair the CPU with more powerful GPUs, which skews the average FPS upward.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal settings for this combo depend entirely on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For players using a 1080p monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate, the High preset at 104 FPS offers a strong balance between visual quality and smoothness, though it falls short of the 144 FPS mark. To fully utilize a high refresh rate display, the Low preset at 166 FPS is the only option that exceeds 144 FPS, but it sacrifices significant visual detail. The Medium preset at 131 FPS is a compromise, providing better visuals than Low while still being well above 60 FPS and close to 120Hz territory.

At 1440p, the situation becomes more constrained. The High preset yields 69 FPS, which is smooth but not ideal for competitive play. Low at 109 FPS is the best choice for high refresh rates, while Medium at 86 FPS offers a good middle ground. Ultra at 53 FPS is borderline and only recommended for players who prioritize image quality over frame rate. For 4K displays, the Low preset at 60 FPS is the only playable option; any higher preset results in sub-60 FPS averages, with Ultra at 30 FPS being effectively unplayable for most users.

The measured FPS ranges for Medium settings provide useful guidance for consistency. At 1080p, the 131 average FPS has a minimum of 111 and maximum of 150, indicating a tight frame pacing that should feel responsive. At 1440p, the Medium preset ranges from 73 to 99 FPS, with an average of 86, which is acceptable but shows more variability. The 4K Medium range of 41 to 55 FPS around a 48 average is too low for a consistent experience. Given these numbers, the recommended preset for the best overall experience is High at 1080p, as it delivers 104 FPS average with good visual fidelity, striking the optimal balance between performance and quality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset of measured FPS values reveals a consistent pattern across all resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves the highest average at 166 FPS, followed by Medium at 131 FPS, High at 104 FPS, and Ultra at 81 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 111 FPS and maximum of 150 FPS show a stable performance envelope, suggesting the game is well-optimized at this resolution for this hardware. The step-down from Low to Medium is 35 FPS, from Medium to High is 27 FPS, and from High to Ultra is 23 FPS, showing diminishing returns as settings increase.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 109 FPS for Low, 86 FPS for Medium, 69 FPS for High, and 53 FPS for Ultra. The Medium preset here has a minimum of 73 and maximum of 99 FPS. The percentage drops from 1080p are significant: Low falls by 34%, Medium by 34%, High by 34%, and Ultra by 35%. This uniformity in percentage reduction strongly indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor across all settings at this resolution, as the scaling is consistent regardless of the preset's complexity. The 1440p Ultra at 53 FPS is just below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance collapses further. Low averages 60 FPS, Medium 48 FPS, High 38 FPS, and Ultra 30 FPS. The Medium preset's range of 41 to 55 FPS shows that even the minimum FPS is below the playable threshold for most users. From 1440p to 4K, the drops are 45% for Low, 44% for Medium, 45% for High, and 43% for Ultra. This near-identical percentage reduction across all presets reinforces the conclusion that the RX 6650 XT's computational and memory bandwidth limits are the sole constraint at 4K, with the CPU's performance headroom being entirely unused.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache provide substantial capacity for game data. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU achieves a 3DMark max-threads score of 12412 and a single-thread score of 1136, while Cinebench R23 multicore and single-core scores are 30745 and 2116 respectively. These numbers place it in the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46881.

For Fivem, the CPU's role is critical because the game's multiplayer framework relies heavily on server-side scripting that can spawn numerous entities and process physics calculations. The 16 cores and 24 threads ensure that even the most demanding Fivem servers, which may use dozens of scripts, will not overwhelm the processor. The PassMark multithread score of 45887 and the 3DMark 16-thread score of 10717 demonstrate the CPU's ability to handle parallel workloads. The single-thread performance, evidenced by a PassMark single-thread score of 4333 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2529, is equally important, as GTA V's engine still relies on strong single-core performance for its main game loop.

The data shows that at 1080p Low, the combo reaches 166 FPS, which is well above what most Fivem servers will deliver due to server-side tick rates and network latency. This suggests the CPU is never the bottleneck in this configuration; even at 4K, where FPS drops to 30-60, the CPU is still capable of far more. The i7-13700K's nearest rivals, such as the Ryzen 9 5900 with a -0.2% delta, show that it is performing at the top of its class. For players who may upgrade their GPU in the future, this CPU provides ample headroom to support much faster graphics cards without becoming a limiting factor.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT is a RDNA 2.0 architecture GPU built on a 7 nm process, featuring 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units. It has a base clock of 2055 MHz, a boost clock of 2635 MHz, and a game clock of 2410 MHz. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory operates on a 128-bit bus with a bandwidth of 280.3 GB/s. Its compute capabilities include 10.79 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a pixel rate of 168.6 GPixel/s. The GPU's average benchmark score is 19765, placing it in the 65th percentile among all GPUs.

In Fivem, the GPU's 8 GB of VRAM is a potential concern at higher resolutions, as the game's open-world environment with many player models and vehicles can consume significant memory. The measured FPS data suggests that at 4K Ultra, the GPU is severely strained, achieving only 30 FPS. This is likely due to a combination of VRAM capacity limits and the 128-bit memory bus struggling to feed the GPU's 2048 shading units at such high pixel counts. The 280.3 GB/s bandwidth is modest by modern standards, and the 4K Medium preset's minimum FPS of 41 indicates that the GPU is hitting memory bandwidth walls.

The GPU's nearest rivals in the database, the NVIDIA Tesla K40m (-0.6% delta) and AMD FirePro W7000 (-0.7% delta), are professional workstation cards, not gaming GPUs, which highlights how the RX 6650 XT is positioned at the entry level of gaming performance. At 1080p, the GPU delivers commendable results, with 166 FPS on Low and 81 FPS on Ultra, but the scaling to higher resolutions is poor. The 65th percentile ranking means that roughly a third of tested GPUs are slower, but the vast majority of modern gaming GPUs are faster. For Fivem, which is not graphically demanding compared to modern AAA titles, the RX 6650 XT is adequate for 1080p gaming but will require significant settings reductions for 1440p and is not recommended for 4K.