Fivem

The Intel Core i7-14700F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers a performance curve in Fivem that is heavily dictated by resolution, with the data showing a clear transition from a CPU-bound state at 1080p to a GPU-bound state at 4K. The measured frame rates indicate that while this combination is exceptionally fast, the scaling behavior exposes a bottleneck that shifts depending on the workload, making the choice of settings and resolution critical for optimizing the experience.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate data across the three tested resolutions reveals a pronounced and predictable decline as pixel count increases, which is typical for a high-refresh-rate title like Fivem. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 375 FPS. This figure drops to 248 FPS at 1440p and further to 138 FPS at 4K, representing a 34% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% reduction from 1440p to 4K. This steep falloff at higher resolutions is a strong indicator that the GPU is becoming the limiting factor as the pixel workload grows, especially given that the RTX 5090’s massive 32 GB frame buffer and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth are being tasked with rendering increasingly complex scenes.

However, the scaling pattern under Ultra settings tells a slightly different story. At 1080p Ultra, the average FPS is 185, which drops to 122 FPS at 1440p (a 34% decrease) and then to 67 FPS at 4K (a 45% decrease from 1440p). The similar percentage drops across settings suggest that the relative performance penalty of moving to a higher resolution is consistent, regardless of the graphical preset. Yet, the absolute headroom at 1080p is so large that even at Ultra, the system is likely leaving performance on the table due to CPU limitations. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 375 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, it only manages 185 FPS, a 51% reduction. This gap is far larger than what would be expected from purely GPU-bound scaling, implying that the processor’s 20 cores and 28 threads are not being fully utilized at lower resolutions, where the frame rate is less constrained by rendering.

The transition point appears to be between 1440p and 4K. At 1440p, the frame rates remain very high, with Low settings hitting 248 FPS and High settings at 157 FPS, suggesting that the system still has enough GPU headroom to maintain fluid performance. It is at 4K where the RTX 5090’s raw compute power becomes the dominant factor, with even Low settings dropping to 138 FPS. This indicates that for users targeting the highest refresh rates, 1080p or 1440p are the practical choices, while 4K is best suited for higher visual fidelity at more modest frame rates. The data clearly shows that the limiting component shifts from the CPU at 1080p to the GPU at 4K, with 1440p representing a balanced midpoint where both components are more equally stressed.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 plays a pivotal role in determining the maximum visual quality this combo can achieve, with its specifications directly correlating to the measured performance at higher resolutions. The GPU’s 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus provides a 1.79 TB/s bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Fivem’s asset streaming and texture loading at 4K, where the data shows a 67 FPS average on Ultra settings. This memory capacity ensures that the card does not run into VRAM limits, even in the most demanding scenarios, allowing for consistent frame delivery without stutter from texture swapping. The benchmark results for the GPU in other tests, such as a Passmark G3D score of 39650 and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 376728, further underscore its position as a top-tier component, ranking in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

Clock speeds also contribute to the performance profile. The RTX 5090 operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, which, combined with its 21760 shading units, yields a peak FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS. This raw compute power is what allows the card to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra, where the pixel count is 4 times that of 1080p. The data shows that the GPU is the primary driver of performance at 4K, as evidenced by the scaling from 138 FPS at Low to 67 FPS at Ultra, a 51% reduction that aligns with the increased shading and texture work required by higher presets. While the GPU is clearly capable, the results at 1080p indicate that it is not the limiting factor at lower resolutions, where the CPU’s performance ceiling is reached first.

The GPU’s architecture, Blackwell 2.0 on a 5 nm process, also plays a role in efficiency and feature support, though the measured data does not isolate these factors. The card’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support and Vulkan 1.4 compliance ensure compatibility with modern rendering techniques, but the actual frame rate results are what matter most. In comparison to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database, the RTX 5090’s average score of 79842 is only 0.3% higher than the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, which is a negligible difference, but the 5090’s advantage lies in its gaming-specific features and massive memory allocation, which are not fully captured by synthetic scores. The data confirms that the GPU is a performance monster, but its full potential is only unlocked at 4K, where it can stretch its legs without being held back by the processor.

Settings Recommendations

For users of this combo, the optimal settings balance depends heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate, with the measured data providing clear guidance. At 1080p, the Medium preset offers an excellent sweet spot, delivering 297 FPS on average with a minimum of 253 FPS and a maximum of 342 FPS. This combination of high average and consistent frame times is ideal for competitive play, where fluidity is paramount. While Low settings push the average to 375 FPS, the jump from Medium to High is a 20% reduction in performance (from 297 to 238 FPS), which may not be worth the visual gain for esports-focused users. However, for those prioritizing visual fidelity over raw speed, Ultra at 1080p still provides a very playable 185 FPS, which is more than enough for most monitors.

At 1440p, the Medium preset again stands out as the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 196 FPS with a minimum of 166 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay even in busy multiplayer scenes. This is a 21% improvement over High settings (157 FPS) and a 38% improvement over Ultra (122 FPS), making it the best balance of quality and performance. Low settings at 1440p hit 248 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant, and the data suggests that Medium provides a more enjoyable experience without sacrificing the high refresh rate advantage. For 4K gaming, the situation is more nuanced. Ultra settings yield an average of 67 FPS, which is on the edge of playability for fast-paced action, while High settings improve this to 87 FPS, offering a smoother experience. The Medium preset at 4K produces 109 FPS, which is the best option for maintaining a high frame rate without dropping to Low settings, which look noticeably worse. Given that the RTX 5090 is powerful enough to handle 4K, the recommendation is to use Medium at 4K for a 109 FPS average, as it provides a significant visual upgrade over Low (138 FPS) while still being 25% faster than High (87 FPS).

The data shows that the 14700F and RTX 5090 combo is versatile, but the best experience per the measured rows is achieved by using Medium settings at any resolution. This preset consistently offers a balance where the frame rate is high enough to avoid bottlenecks while the visual quality remains acceptable. At 1080p and 1440p, Medium is the clear winner for competitive play, while at 4K, it is the only preset that combines playable frame rates with decent graphics. Users with high-refresh-rate monitors should prioritize Medium to maximize the system’s potential.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the combo’s performance across all tested configurations. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: Low settings achieve an average of 375 FPS, Medium settings deliver 297 FPS with a minimum of 253 FPS and a maximum of 342 FPS, High settings reach 238 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 185 FPS. This shows a clear linear progression, with each higher preset costing roughly 20-25% performance. The minimum FPS for Medium is notably high, indicating good frame pacing, which is crucial for a smooth experience in a multiplayer environment where sudden action can cause stutters.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings average 248 FPS, Medium settings average 196 FPS with a minimum of 166 FPS and a maximum of 225 FPS, High settings average 157 FPS, and Ultra settings average 122 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 166 FPS is still well above the 144 Hz refresh rate threshold, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate gaming. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, with an average decrease of about 34%, which aligns with the increase in pixel count.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops are more pronounced. Low settings yield an average of 138 FPS, Medium settings average 109 FPS with a minimum of 92 FPS and a maximum of 125 FPS, High settings average 87 FPS, and Ultra settings average 67 FPS. The minimum FPS of 92 for Medium is still playable, but it is close to the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that 4K gaming with this combo requires careful settings management. The data shows that the RTX 5090’s power is best utilized at 4K, but the frame rates are not as high as at lower resolutions, emphasizing the need for a high-refresh-rate 1440p monitor to fully exploit the system’s capabilities. The jump from 1440p to 4K results in a 44% performance drop across most settings, which is expected given the 2.25x increase in pixel count.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 71st out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places the system in the top 2% of all configurations, highlighting its exceptional performance in this title. The rank reflects the synergy between the CPU and GPU, as well as their individual strengths. The RTX 5090’s high percentile rank of 92 and the 14700F’s percentile of 91 contribute to a combined performance that is near the top of the charts, but the rank of 71 indicates that there are still 70 combos that outperform it, likely with more powerful processors or specialized configurations.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Xeon 6505P, which has an average score of 53701, just 0.2% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which scores 53288, 0.6% lower. These close margins show that the 14700F is competitive with other high-end processors, but the rank in Fivem suggests that the game may favor certain CPU architectures or clock speeds. The GPU’s nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, have similar average scores, but the 5090’s gaming-specific features likely give it an edge in real-world scenarios. The combo rank of 71st out of 3707 is impressive, but it also implies that for users seeking the absolute best performance in Fivem, there are a few other pairings that deliver higher frame rates, likely at a significant cost premium. Overall, this combo is a top-tier performer, and the data confirms that it can handle the most demanding settings at high resolutions with playable frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700F plays a critical role in this combo, particularly at lower resolutions where the data shows it becomes the primary bottleneck. With 20 cores and 28 threads, the processor has ample multi-threading capability, which is reflected in its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35122 and Passmark multithread score of 41317. However, Fivem’s engine appears to be more sensitive to single-thread performance, as indicated by the CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4958 and Geekbench single-core score of 2429. The boost clock of 5.40 GHz is crucial for maintaining high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, and the data supports this: at 1080p Low, the system hits 375 FPS, which is likely limited by the CPU’s ability to process game logic and draw calls rather than the GPU’s rendering capacity.

The CPU’s 33 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache help reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for a multiplayer game with many concurrent entities. The processor’s 65W TDP and 10 nm process node from Intel ensure it runs efficiently, but the data shows that its performance ceiling is reached at 1080p, where frame rates do not scale linearly with GPU power. The transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a 34% performance drop, which is less than the 44% drop from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the CPU is still a significant contributor at 1440p. At 4K, the GPU takes over as the limiting factor, and the CPU’s role diminishes, allowing the RTX 5090 to fully express its capabilities.

In comparison to its nearest rivals, the 14700F’s average benchmark score of 53620 is competitive, but the data suggests that in Fivem, the CPU’s high boost clock is more important than raw core count. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which has a similar average score, may perform differently in this game due to architectural differences, but the measured FPS indicates that the 14700F is more than capable of feeding the RTX 5090 at 1440p and below. For users who prioritize high refresh rates at 1080p, the CPU is the component to watch, as its single-thread performance will dictate the ultimate frame rate ceiling. The data shows that this processor is well-matched to the GPU, but it is not overkill; it provides a balanced platform that avoids severe bottlenecks except in the most CPU-intensive scenarios at low resolutions.