Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification platform built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique benchmarking scenario. The data for the Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination shows a system that is heavily influenced by both the CPU's thread management and the GPU's 8 GB memory capacity. The measured FPS across resolutions and settings indicates a pairing that can deliver high refresh rates at 1080p but becomes constrained at higher resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS progression from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates where the performance bottleneck lies. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 175 FPS, which drops to 115 FPS at 2560x1440 and further to 64 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 63% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 1440p, and a 44% additional drop from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p, the system is not fully GPU-limited, as the 175 FPS figure demonstrates significant headroom.

Moving to Medium settings, the frame rates are 138 FPS at 1080p, 91 FPS at 1440p, and 50 FPS at 4K. The percentage drops are 34% and 45% respectively, showing a more consistent scaling pattern. At High settings, the numbers are 111 FPS, 73 FPS, and 40 FPS, with drops of 34% and 45%. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling: 86 FPS at 1080p, 56 FPS at 1440p, and 31 FPS at 4K, representing reductions of 35% and 45%.

The data indicates that the RX 9060, with its 8 GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus providing 288.0 GB/s bandwidth, becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. The 4K results at High (40 FPS) and Ultra (31 FPS) are below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that the GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity are insufficient for smooth gameplay at this resolution. The 1080p results, however, show that the combination is well-balanced for competitive play, with even Ultra settings maintaining 86 FPS.

The scaling from Low to Ultra at each resolution reveals the GPU's architectural limits. At 1080p, the difference between Low (175 FPS) and Ultra (86 FPS) is 89 FPS, or a 51% reduction. At 1440p, this gap narrows to 59 FPS (115 to 56), and at 4K it shrinks to 33 FPS (64 to 31). This convergence at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU's compute resources, specifically its 1792 shading units and 64 ROPs, are being saturated regardless of the visual complexity.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1714 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the 57th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning 43% of combos perform better in this specific game. The ranking reflects the system's mixed capabilities: the CPU is exceptionally strong, but the GPU's mid-range positioning in the current market holds the combo back.

The CPU's nearest rivals provide context for its raw processing power. The AMD EPYC 9115 has an average benchmark score of 69288, which is 0.1% lower than the i7-14700K's 69355. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X scores 69515, a 0.2% advantage. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX and AMD Ryzen 7 9700F complete the group with scores of 69875 and 69996, representing 0.7% and 0.9% advantages respectively. This puts the i7-14700K in a tight cluster of high-end processors.

For the GPU, the RX 9060's nearest rivals show its competitive position. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has an average score of 16129, which is 0.7% higher than the RX 9060's 16014. The AMD Radeon R9 370X scores 15862 (1% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852 (1% lower). The AMD Radeon Pro W5500 completes the group at 15679, which is 2.1% lower. These margins are small, indicating that the RX 9060 performs similarly to several established GPUs.

The rank of 1714 out of 3005 suggests that while the individual components are capable, the combination does not excel in Fivem's specific workload. The game's multiplayer nature often introduces CPU-bound scenarios, but the GPU's limited VRAM and bandwidth become the primary constraint at higher resolutions, as evidenced by the 4K results.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700K is a 20-core, 28-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.60 GHz provide substantial single-thread performance, which is critical for Fivem's server-side processing and player synchronization tasks. The CPU's benchmark results confirm its strength: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33440.5 and a single-core score of 2160.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is primarily to handle the game's simulation logic and the overhead of the multiplayer framework. The 33 MB of shared L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which is beneficial for the frequent data exchanges that occur in a multiplayer environment. The 20 cores and 28 threads provide ample parallelism for background tasks, but the game's core gameplay loop often relies on fewer threads with higher clock speeds.

The i7-14700K's performance relative to its rivals is noteworthy. Its average benchmark score of 69355 places it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, indicating that it outperforms 94% of processors in general computing tasks. The nearest rival comparisons show a spread of only 0.9% to 0.1%, demonstrating that the i7-14700K is competitive with top-tier processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X and even server chips like the AMD EPYC 9115.

In the context of Fivem, the CPU's high single-thread performance (evidenced by the 4472 Passmark single-thread score) helps maintain consistent frame times when many players are on screen. The 125 W TDP indicates that this is a power-hungry chip, but the data shows that the performance justifies the power draw. The CPU's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provides flexibility, though the dual-channel configuration may limit memory bandwidth compared to server platforms.

The measured FPS data suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. At 1080p Low, the 175 FPS result shows that the CPU can feed the GPU sufficiently. Even at 4K Ultra, the 31 FPS result is likely GPU-limited, as the CPU's capabilities far exceed what is needed for this workload.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum FPS achieved by this combo in Fivem?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 175, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings. The minimum FPS recorded across all tests is 31 FPS at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700K has an average benchmark score of 69355, which is 0.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 9115 (69288), 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (69515), 0.7% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX (69875), and 0.9% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (69996).

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and how does it compare to the RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is 16014, which is 0.7% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 16129. The RX 9060 outperforms the AMD Radeon R9 370X (15862) by 1% and the AMD Radeon RX 7700 (15852) by 1%.

Q: What rank does this specific combo hold among all tested configurations in Fivem?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 ranks 1714 out of 3005 tested combos, placing it in the 57th percentile of all configurations tested for this game.

Q: How does the FPS scale from 1080p to 1440p at High settings?

A: At High settings, the combo achieves 111 FPS at 1920x1080 and 73 FPS at 2560x1440. This represents a 34% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 1440p.

Q: What are the CPU's core and thread counts, and what is its boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700K has 20 cores and 28 threads. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz, and its boost clock is 5.60 GHz. The processor is based on the Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip, manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It features 1792 shading units, 112 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2990 MHz and a game clock of 2400 MHz. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a critical specification for understanding its performance in Fivem.

The GPU's benchmark results show a mixed profile. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 and Passmark G3D score of 17631 place it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rival comparisons show that the RX 9060 is closely matched with the RTX 3060 Ti (0.7% lower), while outperforming the R9 370X and RX 7700 by 1% each. This indicates that the RX 9060 is a solid mid-range performer in synthetic tests.

In Fivem, the GPU's role becomes increasingly important as resolution and settings increase. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gameplay, as evidenced by the minimum FPS of 117 at 1080p Medium and 77 at 1440p Medium. However, at 4K, the memory capacity and bandwidth become limiting factors. The 40 FPS result at 4K High and 31 FPS at 4K Ultra suggest that the GPU is struggling to maintain the required data throughput.

The GPU's clock speeds are noteworthy, with a boost clock of 2990 MHz being relatively high for a mid-range card. This helps maintain performance in less demanding scenes, but the 132 W TDP and 300 W suggested PSU indicate that the card is not designed for extreme sustained loads. The FP32 performance of 21.43 TFLOPS provides adequate compute power for the game's rendering tasks.

The measured FPS data shows that the RX 9060 performs best at 1080p, where it can deliver 175 FPS at Low settings and 86 FPS at Ultra. The transition to 1440p shows a significant drop, with the best result being 115 FPS at Low and the worst being 56 FPS at Ultra. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck, as even Low settings only achieve 64 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for competitive multiplayer.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, all settings presets are viable, but the Medium preset provides the best balance of visual quality and performance. The 138 FPS average at Medium settings is well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the minimum FPS of 117 indicates consistent performance. Low settings offer 175 FPS for maximum competitiveness, while High (111 FPS) and Ultra (86 FPS) are also playable.

At 1440p, the Medium preset is again the recommended choice. The 91 FPS average with a minimum of 77 FPS provides smooth gameplay, while High settings (73 FPS) are also acceptable. Low settings (115 FPS) offer the highest frame rates but with reduced visual fidelity. Ultra settings at 1440p drop to 56 FPS, which is below the ideal threshold for fast-paced multiplayer, making this preset less desirable.

For 4K resolution, the data suggests that only Low settings (64 FPS) are viable for consistent gameplay. Medium settings (50 FPS) are borderline, and High (40 FPS) and Ultra (31 FPS) are not recommended due to the significant frame rate drops. The 8 GB VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K with higher quality presets.

The best overall experience per the measured rows is the Medium preset at 1080p, which delivers 138 FPS with a minimum of 117 FPS. This combination offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, ensuring that the system remains responsive in multiplayer scenarios. For players prioritizing frame rate over visuals, the Low preset at 1080p (175 FPS) or 1440p (115 FPS) would be the preferred choice.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete FPS data for the Intel Core i7-14700K and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination in Fivem is as follows:

1920x1080:

• Low: 175 FPS average
• Medium: 138 FPS average, 117 FPS minimum, 159 FPS maximum
• High: 111 FPS average
• Ultra: 86 FPS average

2560x1440:

• Low: 115 FPS average
• Medium: 91 FPS average, 77 FPS minimum, 105 FPS maximum
• High: 73 FPS average
• Ultra: 56 FPS average

3840x2160:

• Low: 64 FPS average
• Medium: 50 FPS average, 43 FPS minimum, 58 FPS maximum
• High: 40 FPS average
• Ultra: 31 FPS average

The data shows a clear progression of performance degradation as resolution increases. The Medium preset at each resolution provides the only complete dataset with minimum and maximum FPS values, allowing for a detailed analysis of frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the difference between minimum and maximum FPS is 42 FPS, indicating some variability. At 1440p Medium, this spread narrows to 28 FPS, and at 4K Medium, it narrows further to 15 FPS. This pattern suggests that the GPU becomes more consistently saturated at higher resolutions, reducing frame time variance.

The FPS drops from Low to Ultra settings at each resolution are substantial. At 1080p, the difference is 89 FPS (175 to 86), at 1440p it is 59 FPS (115 to 56), and at 4K it is 33 FPS (64 to 31). These numbers highlight the GPU's limited ability to handle increased visual complexity, particularly at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth becomes the primary constraint. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for the game's textures at 1080p and 1440p, but the 128-bit memory bus proves to be a bottleneck at 4K, regardless of the quality preset.