Fivem

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i9-14900K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 580 ranks 1663rd out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem. This places the combo in the lower 7th percentile of all tested systems, indicating that while the CPU is among the most powerful available, the GPU is the limiting factor that drags the overall ranking down. The data shows a substantial mismatch: the processor is designed for high-end workloads, while the graphics card sits in the mid-range tier relative to other tested GPUs.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 13559 places it at the 53rd percentile among all GPUs, with its nearest rivals being the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 (deltaPct 0.0%), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 (deltaPct 0.1%), and the AMD Radeon Pro 455 (deltaPct 1.1%). The RX 580 is essentially statistically tied with the GTX 570 and GTX 950, showing that its raw compute performance is comparable to those older or lower-tier cards. The CPU, conversely, sits at the 97th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 79824. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7413 (deltaPct -0.3%), the Intel Core i9-14900KF (deltaPct 0.7%), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF (deltaPct 0.7%), all of which are within 1% of the i9-14900K's aggregate score.

The combination's rank of 1663 out of 1792 means that approximately 93% of tested combos outperform it in Fivem specifically. This is a stark illustration of how a high-end CPU cannot compensate for a GPU that is several tiers below it. The measured frames per second data confirms this interpretation: the GPU's rendering capabilities cap the system's performance regardless of the CPU's headroom.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i9-14900K is a 24-core, 32-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-R architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. It has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 6.00 GHz, with a 125 W TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and features integrated UHD Graphics 770.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is to handle the game's simulation, physics, and multiplayer networking logic. The Passmark multithread score of 58674 and single-thread score of 4697 indicate strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 49872 and single-core score of 7040 further demonstrate the CPU's capability to process complex instructions quickly. However, the measured FPS data shows that this CPU's potential is not being utilized effectively due to the GPU bottleneck.

The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 85.8 FPS, which is the highest measured value across all resolutions and settings. This suggests that at lower settings, the CPU can push frames at a reasonable rate. However, as resolution increases, the GPU's workload becomes the dominant factor. The architecture's 10 nm process node and 257 mm² die size indicate a modern, power-efficient design, but these characteristics do not directly translate to Fivem performance when paired with a mid-range GPU. The CPU's 97th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms that it is not the limiting component in this configuration.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 580 is based on the Polaris 20 chip with a GCN 4.0 architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 32 raster operation units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1257 MHz and a boost clock of 1340 MHz, with memory clocked at 2000 MHz (8 Gbps effective). It features 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

The RX 580's raw compute capabilities include 6.175 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a pixel rate of 42.88 GPixel/s, with a texture rate of 193.0 GTexel/s. The 53rd percentile ranking among all GPUs places it just below the median of tested graphics cards. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570, has a deltaPct of 0.0%, meaning they perform identically in aggregate benchmarks. The GTX 950 is only 0.1% slower, and the AMD Radeon Pro 455 is 1.1% slower. The NVIDIA P106-090 is 1.1% faster.

In Fivem, the GPU's role is to render the game world, handle draw calls, and process graphical effects. The measured FPS data shows that the GPU's performance degrades significantly as resolution and settings increase. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves only 12.8 FPS, which is unplayable. The 8 GB of GDDR5 memory is sufficient for the game's textures, but the GPU's compute throughput is insufficient for high-resolution rendering. The 14 nm process node and 232 mm² die size indicate an older, less efficient design compared to the CPU. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 8813 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1005 provide context for its relative performance level.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data covers three resolutions and four settings presets, providing a comprehensive view of the combo's performance envelope.

At 1920x1080, the combo achieves its best results. With Low settings, the average FPS is 85.8, which is the highest measured value in the entire dataset. Medium settings yield 65.7 FPS, High settings yield 52.3 FPS, and Ultra settings yield 41.2 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline, with the gap between Low and Ultra being 44.6 FPS. This indicates that at 1080p, the system is somewhat balanced, though the CPU's power is still not fully harnessed.

At 2560x1440, performance drops noticeably. Low settings produce 53.4 FPS, Medium produces 43.6 FPS, High produces 38.1 FPS, and Ultra produces 26.3 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 27.1 FPS. Compared to 1080p, the Low setting sees a 32.4 FPS drop, while Ultra sees a 14.9 FPS drop. This suggests that the GPU is becoming a more significant bottleneck as pixel count increases.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings yield 31.3 FPS, Medium yields 26.3 FPS, High yields 19.5 FPS, and Ultra yields 12.8 FPS. The Ultra setting at 4K is effectively unplayable for most users. The Low setting at 4K is 54.5 FPS lower than the Low setting at 1080p, illustrating the GPU's inability to handle the increased rendering load. Across all resolutions, the data shows that the CPU's performance headroom does not translate to higher FPS once the GPU is saturated.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with Low settings achieves the highest average FPS at 85.8. This is the only configuration that exceeds 60 FPS, making it the most suitable for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the i9-14900K compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The i9-14900K has an average benchmark score of 79824, which is 0.3% lower than the AMD EPYC 7413, 0.7% higher than the Intel Core i9-14900KF, 0.7% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF, and 0.9% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K.

Q: Is the RX 580 a bottleneck in this combination?

A: Yes. The GPU's average benchmark score of 13559 places it at the 53rd percentile, while the CPU is at the 97th percentile. The measured FPS data shows that performance drops steeply as resolution increases, confirming the GPU is the limiting component.

Q: What FPS can be expected at 2560x1440 with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 with High settings is 38.1. This is below the typical 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the RX 580 compare to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950?

A: The RX 580 has an average benchmark score of 13559, while the GTX 950 has a score of 13549, resulting in a deltaPct of 0.1%. They perform nearly identically in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: What is the rank of this combo among all tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 1663rd out of 1792 tested combinations in Fivem, placing it in the lower 7th percentile of all tested systems.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's performance target. For players seeking a consistent 60 FPS or higher, the only viable configuration is 1920x1080 with Low settings, which achieves 85.8 FPS. This preset provides the smoothest experience and leaves some headroom for occasional dips.

For users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1920x1080 with Medium settings offers 65.7 FPS, which remains above the 60 FPS threshold. The High preset at 1080p drops to 52.3 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced multiplayer scenarios. The Ultra preset at 1080p yields 41.2 FPS, which may be acceptable for less demanding situations but is not recommended for competitive play.

At 2560x1440, the data shows that only the Low preset (53.4 FPS) approaches playability. The Medium preset (43.6 FPS) and High preset (38.1 FPS) are playable but with noticeable stutter, while the Ultra preset (26.3 FPS) is not recommended. At 3840x2160, none of the presets achieve a playable frame rate, with the highest being 31.3 FPS at Low settings. The Ultra preset at 4K (12.8 FPS) is effectively unusable.

The data indicates that the best balance between visual fidelity and performance is achieved at 1920x1080 with Medium settings. This configuration delivers 65.7 FPS, which is above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay while still providing improved visual quality over the Low preset. Players who prioritize frame rate above all else should select the Low preset at 1080p, while those with less demanding expectations can explore the Medium or High presets at the same resolution. The 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 resolutions are not recommended for this combo given the measured performance figures.