Fivem

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks in the 1018th position out of 1792 tested combinations for Fivem, placing it in the lower-middle tier of the database. While this ranking might seem modest, the measured frame rates tell a more nuanced story—this combo is entirely capable of delivering smooth multiplayer sessions at mainstream resolutions, but it struggles to maintain high refresh rates at 4K with maximum visual fidelity. The data indicates that the RTX 4060 is the primary constraint in this pairing, as the i7-13700K’s substantial compute resources are left underutilized in Fivem’s workload. This analysis breaks down the exact performance metrics, resolution scaling behavior, and component contributions to help determine where this combination excels and where it falls short.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1018 out of 1792 tested configurations places it in the 43rd percentile of all pairings for Fivem, meaning roughly 57% of tested combos deliver higher average performance in this specific multiplayer title. This is a notable underperformance relative to the individual component strengths—the CPU sits in the 93rd percentile among all processors, while the GPU reaches only the 66th percentile among all graphics cards. The ranking gap suggests that Fivem’s performance is heavily weighted toward GPU throughput rather than CPU headroom, which explains why this otherwise strong processor is held back by the mid-range graphics card.

The measured frame rates confirm this imbalance. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 187.2 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, but this drops to 91.6 FPS at 1080p Ultra. The 4K Ultra result of 34.2 FPS is below the 60 FPS threshold that most players consider the baseline for smooth gameplay. When compared to the nearest rival combos in the database, the CPU’s average benchmark score of 47282 is within 0.5% of the Intel Core i7-13700KF (47334, delta -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 (47527, delta -0.5%), indicating the processor is performing as expected. The GPU’s average score of 23181 is similarly close to the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23321, delta -0.6%) and the Intel Arc B580 (23021, delta 0.7%), confirming the graphics card is operating within its expected range.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 brings 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2125 MHz, which translates to 17 Gbps effective, while the core operates between a base of 1830 MHz and a boost of 2460 MHz. These specifications place the GPU in the 66th percentile of all graphics cards, with an average benchmark score of 23181. For Fivem, the 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game’s texture and geometry demands at 1080p and 1440p, but the bandwidth and compute throughput become limiting factors at higher resolutions and quality presets.

The data shows a clear pattern where the GPU dictates performance scaling. At 4K Ultra, the combo produces 34.2 FPS, which is a 63.4% drop from the 4K Low result of 70 FPS. This steep decline indicates that the RTX 4060’s shading units (3072), texture mapping units (96), and raster operation processors (48) are overwhelmed by the combination of high resolution and maximum settings. The GPU’s FP32 throughput of 15.11 TFLOPS, while respectable for this class, is insufficient to maintain playable frame rates under the heaviest load. In contrast, the 1080p Low result of 187.2 FPS demonstrates that the GPU has ample headroom when the pixel count and shading complexity are reduced.

Resolution Scaling

Resolution scaling reveals a predictable but pronounced drop in performance as pixel count increases. Moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings reduces the average FPS from 118.3 to 76.1, a 35.7% decrease. The jump from 1440p to 4K at High is even steeper, falling from 76.1 to 44.5 FPS, a 41.5% reduction. This progressive decline indicates that the system becomes increasingly GPU-bound at higher resolutions, as the CPU has sufficient headroom to feed the graphics card at all tested settings.

The scaling behavior across presets shows that the GPU is the limiting component throughout. At Low settings, the frame rate drops from 187.2 at 1080p to 123.3 at 1440p (34.1% decrease) and then to 70 at 4K (43.2% decrease). The consistent percentage drops across presets suggest that the RTX 4060’s memory bandwidth and compute capacity are the bottleneck, rather than any CPU-side limitation. Notably, the 1080p Ultra result of 91.6 FPS is higher than the 4K Low result of 70 FPS, indicating that resolution has a greater impact on performance than quality settings—a clear sign of GPU constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers strong performance across all settings. Low settings produce 187.2 FPS, Medium reaches 147.8 FPS, High achieves 118.3 FPS, and Ultra drops to 91.6 FPS. These results show a 51.1% reduction from Low to Ultra, which is a substantial penalty for maximum quality but still leaves the system above 90 FPS for smooth gameplay. The 1080p results indicate this resolution is well within the GPU’s comfort zone, even at the highest preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains playable but with noticeable drops. Low settings yield 123.3 FPS, Medium produces 100.6 FPS, High delivers 76.1 FPS, and Ultra falls to 58.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 1440p is borderline, hovering just below the 60 FPS target, which may require minor settings adjustments for consistent smoothness. The transition from 1080p to 1440p at High settings results in a 35.7% decrease, illustrating the GPU workload scaling.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain playable frame rates at higher presets. Low settings achieve 70 FPS, Medium drops to 55.6 FPS, High falls to 44.5 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 34.2 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is 81.7% lower than the 1080p Low result, highlighting the extreme performance cost of combining maximum resolution with maximum settings. For 4K gaming, only the Low preset reaches the 60 FPS threshold, and even that is marginal.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-13700K features 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache, totaling a substantial 30 MB. The processor shows exceptional multi-threaded performance in synthetic benchmarks, scoring 39000 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 12412 in 3DMark max threads, while single-thread results are also strong at 5505 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4333 in PassMark single-thread.

For Fivem, the CPU’s role appears secondary to the GPU. The 1080p Low result of 187.2 FPS demonstrates that the processor can drive frame rates well beyond the GPU’s capability at higher settings. The data suggests the i7-13700K is not the limiting factor in this combo, as evidenced by the consistent performance drops when increasing resolution or settings, which are characteristics of GPU-bound scenarios. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 47282 places it in the 93rd percentile of all processors, and its nearest rivals—the Intel Core i7-13700KF (47334, delta -0.1%) and AMD EPYC 4364P (47131, delta 0.3%)—show negligible differences, confirming the processor is performing at expected levels.

FAQ

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

A: The data indicates 1440p is the sweet spot, with High settings delivering 76.1 FPS and Medium reaching 100.6 FPS, providing a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. At 1080p, all settings exceed 90 FPS, but 4K only achieves playable frame rates at Low (70 FPS) and Medium (55.6 FPS).

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 118.3 at 1080p to 44.5 at 4K, representing a 62.4% reduction. This substantial decrease indicates the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this combo?

A: The GPU is clearly the limiting component. The CPU’s strong single-thread score of 5505 in Cinebench R23 and the consistent performance drops with resolution increases confirm that the RTX 4060’s compute capacity, not the i7-13700K, constrains frame rates.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Yes, but only at lower settings. The 4K Low preset achieves 70 FPS, while Medium drops to 55.6 FPS. High and Ultra produce 44.5 FPS and 34.2 FPS respectively, which are below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RTX 4060 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The GPU’s average benchmark score of 23181 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 6600M (23321, delta -0.6%) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti (23338, delta -0.7%), while being slightly ahead of the Intel Arc B580 (23021, delta 0.7%). Performance is effectively tied among these cards.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate achievable with this combo?

A: The highest measured average is 187.2 FPS at 1080p with Low settings. This represents the peak performance ceiling, which drops progressively as resolution and quality settings increase.

Settings Recommendations

For competitive play where frame rate is paramount, the 1080p Low preset delivers 187.2 FPS, providing maximum responsiveness for fast-paced multiplayer encounters. Players seeking a balance between visual quality and performance should opt for 1440p Medium, which achieves 100.6 FPS and offers a substantial improvement in image clarity without sacrificing smoothness. The 1440p High preset at 76.1 FPS is also viable for those prioritizing visuals over raw frame rate.

At 4K, the options are limited. The Low preset at 70 FPS is the only setting that reaches the 60 FPS threshold, making it the recommended choice for 4K displays. The Medium preset at 55.6 FPS is playable but noticeably less smooth, while High and Ultra at 44.5 FPS and 34.2 FPS respectively are best avoided for action-heavy gameplay. For the best overall experience, the data suggests 1440p High provides the most compelling combination of visual fidelity and performance, with 76.1 FPS offering a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS baseline.