Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer title, and this combination of an Intel Core i7-13700K and a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER produces a wide spread of framerates depending on how you configure it. The data shows a system that is clearly capable of smooth play at lower resolutions but struggles to maintain playable performance at 4K. This pairing is ultimately balanced toward 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the strong CPU can help push the GPU to its limits.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a steep performance cliff as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 125.1 FPS, which is a very playable and responsive experience. Moving to 1440p at the same Low settings drops the average to 81.2 FPS, a reduction of roughly 35%. At 4K, the same Low settings yield only 44.5 FPS, which is a further significant drop and indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck.

This trend is consistent across all settings. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is substantial, but the drop from 1440p to 4K is the most punishing. For instance, at High settings, the system produces 80 FPS at 1080p, 53 FPS at 1440p, and only 30.1 FPS at 4K. This pattern strongly suggests that the GTX 1660 SUPER's 6 GB of VRAM and its memory bus are not sufficient to feed the frame buffer at 4K resolutions, especially with higher detail levels. The data indicates that 1080p is the sweet spot for this pairing, with 1440p being viable for most settings if you can tolerate lower frame rates. 4K is only borderline playable on Low settings, and even then, the average FPS is below the 60 FPS target most competitive players prefer.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the limiting factor in this pairing for Fivem. Its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory is a hard constraint at higher resolutions. The benchmark results for the GPU show it sits at the 55th percentile compared to all GPUs, indicating it is a mid-range part. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11 and the Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics, with deltaPct values of -0.2% and -0.2%, respectively. This means its raw compute performance is statistically nearly identical to those integrated and entry-level discrete parts, but its dedicated memory and bandwidth give it an edge in real-world gaming.

The GPU's boost clock is listed at 1785 MHz, and its memory runs at an effective 14 Gbps. While these clocks are decent, the card's 192-bit memory bus and 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth are simply not enough to maintain high frame rates at 4K. The pixel rate is rated at 85.68 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 157.1 GTexel/s, which are respectable figures for its class but are overwhelmed by the pixel count at 3840x2160. The performance data shows that as you increase settings from Low to Ultra at any resolution, the average FPS drops, but the most dramatic collapse happens at 4K, where the Ultra setting yields just 25.1 FPS. This confirms that the GPU's memory and processing resources are exhausted, not the CPU.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Fivem at 4K?

A: Yes, but only with significant compromises. At 4K with Low settings, the average FPS is 44.5. At Medium settings, it drops to 35.1 FPS, and at High settings, it is 30.1 FPS. Ultra settings are not recommended, as the average falls to 25.1 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this pairing?

A: The data shows that 1080p is the best resolution for consistent high frame rates. At 1080p with High settings, the average is 80 FPS, and with Medium settings, it is 97.3 FPS. 1440p is also viable, with Low settings delivering 81.2 FPS, but higher settings will push the average below 60 FPS.

Q: How does this GPU compare to its closest rivals?

A: The GTX 1660 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 14286. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega 11, has a deltaPct of -0.2%, meaning it is 0.2% slower. The AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT is 0.7% faster. These differences are negligible in real-world terms.

Q: Is the CPU a bottleneck in this system?

A: No, the data strongly suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The Intel Core i7-13700K is a high-end processor with an average benchmark score of 47282, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its performance is far above what the GTX 1660 SUPER can utilize in most gaming scenarios.

Q: What performance can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS for this combination at 2560x1440 with High settings is 53 FPS. This is playable but not ideal for fast-paced competitive play. You would likely need to lower some settings to achieve a more consistent 60 FPS or higher.

Q: Is there a big difference between Low and Medium settings at 1080p?

A: Yes, the difference is noticeable. At 1080p, Low settings produce an average of 125.1 FPS, while Medium settings produce 97.3 FPS. This is a drop of nearly 28 FPS, but both are very smooth and responsive for gameplay.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table details the exact measured average FPS for each resolution and settings combination.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS |

| :--------- | :------- | :------ |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 44.5 |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 35.1 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 30.1 |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 25.1 |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 81.2 |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 66.1 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 53.0 |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 38.5 |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 125.1 |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 97.3 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 80.0 |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 60.3 |

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Fivem, this specific pairing of the Intel Core i7-13700K and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER ranks at 1533 out of 1792 total combos. This places it in the lower 15th percentile of all tested systems, which is a low ranking. This is surprising given the powerful CPU, but it is a direct consequence of the GPU's mid-range standing.

This low rank is entirely attributable to the GPU's performance. While the CPU is in the 93rd percentile, the GPU is only in the 55th percentile. The ranking reflects the overall system's ability to run the game, which is heavily weighted by the GPU's frame output. The data indicates that many other combinations, likely with more powerful GPUs, will outperform this setup. The combination's rank demonstrates that while the CPU has immense headroom, the GTX 1660 SUPER is the anchor that drags the overall system performance down to a lower tier.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a formidable processor that is entirely capable of handling Fivem's CPU demands. With 16 cores and 24 threads, it has an immense amount of parallel processing power. Its benchmark scores are exceptional, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39000 and a single-core score of 5505. This indicates that it can handle both heavily threaded tasks and the single-threaded game logic that many multiplayer titles rely on.

The CPU's high performance means it is not the limiting factor in this system. The measured FPS data shows performance scaling that is typical of a GPU bottleneck. When you lower the resolution from 1440p to 1080p, the FPS increases significantly, which would not happen if the CPU were the constraint. The processor's 30 MB of shared L3 cache and boost clock of 5.40 GHz provide the responsiveness and high minimum frame rates that are crucial for a smooth experience. The data shows that the CPU has the headroom to support a much more powerful GPU, meaning if you were to upgrade the graphics card in the future, the CPU would not hold back the new card's performance.