Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer title where frame rates hinge heavily on both processor and graphics hardware. The benchmark data for the Intel Core i9-14900K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 shows a configuration that is capable of high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K remains a challenge. The measured results reveal a system that scales predictably with resolution and settings, with the GPU becoming a clear limiting factor at the highest pixel counts.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K produces a dramatic shift in performance, indicative of a classic GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 247.5 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that figure to 163 FPS, a reduction of roughly 34%. At 4K Low, the average falls further to 91.1 FPS, which is only about 37% of the 1080p Low performance. This steep decline as pixel count increases points directly to the Radeon RX 9070 as the primary bottleneck; the Core i9-14900K has ample headroom to feed frames, but the GPU’s rendering workload grows exponentially with resolution.

The scaling pattern holds across all settings presets. For High settings, the average FPS goes from 154.2 at 1080p, to 103 at 1440p, and finally to 54.7 at 4K. The gap between 1440p and 4K is particularly severe, with a loss of nearly half the frame rate. This indicates that 4K is the point where the GPU’s fill rate and shading capabilities are overwhelmed, especially when visual fidelity is prioritized. The 1080p to 1440p transition shows a smaller relative drop, suggesting that the system is still well-balanced for high-refresh-rate 1440p gaming.

Interestingly, the difference between Low and Ultra settings at each resolution is substantial, but the relative scaling remains consistent. At 1080p, Ultra yields 118.6 FPS versus 247.5 FPS on Low, a 52% performance penalty. At 4K, the penalty is even steeper: Ultra averages 42.6 FPS against 91.1 FPS on Low, a 53% reduction. This consistency confirms that the bottleneck is the GPU’s compute and memory throughput, not the CPU. The data suggests that for competitive play, dropping to Low or Medium at 1440p keeps frame rates comfortably above the 128 FPS mark, while 4K users must accept sub-60 FPS averages unless they lower settings significantly.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with a Navi 48 chip, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 1330 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, with a game clock listed at 2070 MHz. The memory subsystem is a 16 GB pool of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s. These specifications are directly relevant to the measured FPS results, as the GPU’s role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases.

In Fivem, the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM capacity is unlikely to be a limiting factor at any tested resolution, as the game’s texture and geometry demands are well within this budget. The clock speeds, however, tell a more nuanced story. The boost clock of 2520 MHz is the theoretical maximum, but sustained load will see performance fluctuate based on thermals and power delivery. The game clock of 2070 MHz is a more realistic figure for sustained gaming loads, and this is reflected in the 4K results where the GPU is under constant stress.

The Radeon RX 9070’s compute capabilities, with 3584 shading units and 128 ROPs, are substantial, but Fivem’s multiplayer environments with many dynamic objects and player models can be taxing on geometry and pixel throughput. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the combo drops to 42.6 FPS, indicating that the GPU’s pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s is insufficient to maintain high frame rates at that resolution and quality level. The switch from High to Ultra settings at 4K incurs a 12.1 FPS penalty (from 54.7 to 42.6), which is a significant cost for the additional visual effects. This highlights that while the GPU is capable, it requires users to trade fidelity for smoothness at high pixel counts.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i9-14900K and AMD Radeon RX 9070 ranks 590th out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the upper third of all configurations, suggesting that it outperforms a majority of systems while not being at the absolute top tier. The rank is a composite measure of the CPU and GPU’s synergy in this specific game, and the data indicates that the pairing is effective but not exceptional for Fivem’s unique workload.

The CPU itself, the Core i9-14900K, holds a percentile rank of 97 against all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 97% of processors in general benchmarks. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7413, scores just 0.3% higher on average, while the Core i9-14900KF is 0.7% behind. This suggests that the CPU is a top-tier performer and offers negligible performance differences from its closest alternatives. However, in Fivem, the CPU’s high multi-core score of 49872 in Cinebench R23 and single-core score of 7040 are likely sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at all tested resolutions.

On the GPU side, the Radeon RX 9070 ranks in the 79th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA A2, is 0.2% faster on average, and the Quadro GV100 is 0.3% slower. These deltas are minor, indicating that the RX 9070 is a solid mid-to-high tier GPU. The combo rank of 590/1792 suggests that the i9-14900K’s raw power is slightly wasted on the RX 9070 in Fivem, as the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. A less powerful CPU could likely achieve similar frame rates, but the data confirms that this pairing is balanced enough for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the system shows excellent headroom for high refresh rates. Low settings produce an average of 247.5 FPS, Medium yields 193.4 FPS, High drops to 154.2 FPS, and Ultra maintains a playable 118.6 FPS. These numbers are all well above the standard 60 FPS threshold, making 1080p a sweet spot for this combo, even at maximum quality.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but begins to show the GPU’s limits. Low settings average 163 FPS, Medium achieves 128.4 FPS, High runs at 103 FPS, and Ultra falls to 76.9 FPS. The drop from High to Ultra is 26.1 FPS, which is a noticeable cost for extra visual fidelity. For users with 1440p monitors, the Medium or High presets offer the best balance between smoothness and image quality, as they keep frame rates above 100 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant constraint. Low settings average 91.1 FPS, which is still respectable, but Medium drops to 68.7 FPS, and High falls to 54.7 FPS. Ultra is the worst performer, with an average of just 42.6 FPS. The data shows a consistent decline of roughly 20-30 FPS for each step up in quality at 4K, which means users targeting 4K must choose between lower settings for playable frame rates or accept sub-60 FPS averages at higher presets. The 4K Low figure is notable, as it proves the system can hit 90+ FPS at 4K if visual demands are minimized.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to achieve high frame rates?

A: Based on the data, 1920x1080 is optimal, with all settings presets averaging above 118 FPS. At 2560x1440, High and Medium presets maintain averages above 100 FPS, while 4K only exceeds 90 FPS on Low settings.

Q: How much does Ultra settings cost compared to Low at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, Low averages 163 FPS while Ultra averages 76.9 FPS. This represents a 86.1 FPS reduction, or roughly a 53% performance penalty for enabling the highest quality preset.

Q: Is the Core i9-14900K bottlenecking the Radeon RX 9070 in this game?

A: The data suggests no CPU bottleneck at any tested resolution. The frame rate drops consistently as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU-limited workload, and the CPU’s performance percentile of 97 indicates it can keep up with the GPU.

Q: What is the 4K performance like on Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo averages 42.6 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay, making it unsuitable for competitive play but potentially acceptable for slower-paced content.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems in Fivem?

A: The combination ranks 590th out of 1792 tested combos, placing it in the upper third of all configurations. This is a solid result, though it indicates that there is room for improvement with a more powerful GPU.

Q: Does the 16 GB VRAM of the RX 9070 affect results?

A: The measured FPS data does not indicate any VRAM-related stutters or performance cliffs at any resolution or settings preset. The 16 GB capacity appears sufficient for Fivem’s demands, as frame rates scale consistently with resolution and quality.