Fivem

This combo pairs the Intel Core i7-14700KF with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, and in Fivem the benchmark results show a pairing that is heavily unbalanced. Ranking 1706 out of 1792 tested combos, this setup sits in the bottom 5% of all configurations tested for this game. The data indicates that while the CPU is a top-tier performer, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, dragging the entire experience down to unplayable levels at higher resolutions and settings. This is a classic case where a high-end processor is wasted when paired with an entry-level graphics card, at least for this specific multiplayer title.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo's rank of 1706 out of 1792 combos places it in the bottom percentile of all tested systems for Fivem. This is a stark indicator that the overall performance is poor, regardless of the strong components individually. The data shows that this pairing is not just below average; it is near the bottom of the barrel. The limiting factor is clear from the FPS numbers: the GTX 1650 simply cannot keep up with the demands of the game at higher settings, even with the i7-14700KF pushing frames as hard as it can. The ranking suggests that most other combinations of CPUs and GPUs, even those with much weaker processors, likely deliver a better experience because they are paired with more capable graphics cards. The i7-14700KF is a top 4% CPU by its own benchmark percentile, but in this context, its potential is entirely unrealized.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is the primary driver of this combo's poor performance. It has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 128.1 GB/s of bandwidth. Its base clock is 1485 MHz, boosting to 1665 MHz. In the context of Fivem, these specifications are simply insufficient for smooth gameplay. The GPU's own benchmark percentile is 43, meaning it performs worse than most other graphics cards on the market. This is a card from the GeForce 10-series, based on the Turing architecture, and it is now end-of-life. The measured FPS data shows that even at 1080p with Low settings, the card manages an average of 78.5 FPS, but this quickly falls apart as settings increase. The 4 GB VRAM is likely a significant constraint, especially at higher resolutions where texture data exceeds its capacity, leading to severe frame rate drops as seen in the 4K results.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS scaling across resolutions clearly illustrates the GPU bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 78.5 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low, the average drops to 52.7 FPS, a 33% reduction. At 4K Low, it falls further to 29.9 FPS, which is a 62% drop from the 1080p result. This pattern is consistent across all settings presets. For example, at High settings, the frame rate goes from 48 FPS at 1080p to 31.5 FPS at 1440p and then to 14.5 FPS at 4K. The data shows that the performance penalty for increasing resolution is steep, which is typical for a GPU that is already at its limit. The CPU is not the limiting factor here; the i7-14700KF has more than enough power to handle the game's logic and physics at any resolution. The scaling pattern shows that the GPU is the sole reason for the performance collapse as pixel count increases.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Fivem with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1080p is the only resolution where average frame rates are consistently in a playable range. At 1920x1080, even Ultra settings produce an average of 39.8 FPS, while High and Medium settings reach 48 and 62.7 FPS respectively. At 1440p and 4K, the averages drop significantly, making gameplay less fluid.

Q: How does the GTX 1650 compare to its nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores?

A: The GTX 1650 has an average benchmark score of 8713. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro P2200, scores 8671, which is 0.5% lower. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile scores 8746, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon 550X scores 8749, also 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 5100 scores 8761, which is 0.5% higher. These are all very close in performance.

Q: Is the Intel Core i7-14700KF a high-performing CPU?

A: Yes, the benchmark data indicates it is a top-tier processor. It scores 44557 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 6290 in single-core. Its percentile vs all CPUs is 96, meaning it performs better than 96% of all tested CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 70104, placing it within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and 0.3% of the AMD EPYC 9115.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the High preset averages 48 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 39.8 FPS. This is a difference of 8.2 FPS. The data shows that the jump from High to Ultra costs a noticeable amount of performance, making High the more balanced choice for this GPU.

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

A: The measured data suggests it cannot. At 4K with Low settings, the average FPS is 29.9. With Medium settings, it drops to 23.1 FPS. High settings produce 14.5 FPS, and Ultra is unplayable at 11 FPS. These averages are all below what is generally considered a smooth gaming experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i7-14700KF is a 20-core, 28-thread processor from the Raptor Lake family, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. It has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, it is a monster, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 44557 and a single-core score of 6290. Its percentile vs all CPUs is 96, and its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-14700K, has a nearly identical average score of 70074 versus 70104, a 0% delta. This CPU is clearly not the source of the performance issues in Fivem. The game is likely not utilizing all 20 cores, but the high single-core performance is more than sufficient. The data shows that the CPU has the raw power to feed the GPU, but the GTX 1650 is unable to process the frames fast enough. In this pairing, the CPU's role is to wait for the GPU, which is a waste of its capabilities. The bottleneck is unequivocally the graphics card.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with the Low preset, which yields an average of 78.5 FPS. This is the only setting that provides a frame rate high enough for a fluid and responsive multiplayer experience. If you prefer better visual fidelity, the Medium preset at 1080p is the next best option, with an average of 62.7 FPS. This is still playable and looks better than Low. The High preset at 1080p provides 48 FPS, which is acceptable but begins to feel less smooth. The Ultra preset at 1080p is not recommended, as it drops to 39.8 FPS. At 1440p, the Low preset is the only one approaching playability at 52.7 FPS, but this is still a significant step down from the 1080p experience. The data clearly shows that for this specific combination, 1080p with Low or Medium settings is the only viable path to a smooth gaming session. Pushing for higher resolutions or graphical presets will result in a poor experience, as the GPU is the definitive limiting factor.