Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification framework built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile that shifts dramatically based on resolution and graphical preset. The measured data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 reveals a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics card at higher resolutions, but which shows surprising headroom at 1080p. This analysis walks through the measured FPS across all twelve data points, interpreting what the numbers indicate about the balance between CPU and GPU load.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and consistent across all four tested settings presets, indicating that the GPU becomes the dominant bottleneck as pixel count rises. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 186 FPS at 1920x1080 to 68 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of 118 FPS, or roughly 63%. At High settings, the drop is from 117 FPS to 43 FPS, a 74 FPS decrease. The Medium preset shows a similar pattern, going from 147 FPS at 1080p to 54 FPS at 4K, while the Ultra preset falls from 91 FPS to 33 FPS.

This scaling behavior suggests that at 1080p, the system is not purely GPU-limited. The gap between Low (186 FPS) and Ultra (91 FPS) at 1080p is 95 FPS, indicating that the graphics card still has significant influence over performance even at the lowest resolution. However, the fact that the RTX 5070 can produce nearly 190 FPS at Low settings in 1080p points to a scenario where the CPU is capable of feeding frames quickly enough, but the GPU workload still dominates the frame time.

At 4K, the picture becomes clearer. The difference between Low (68 FPS) and Ultra (33 FPS) narrows to 35 FPS in absolute terms, but the percentage delta remains similar. More telling is the scaling factor: moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings costs 40 FPS (117 to 77), while moving from 1440p to 4K costs another 34 FPS (77 to 43). This non-linear drop is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario where the fill rate and memory bandwidth of the RTX 5070 become the limiting factor.

The data indicates that the RTX 5070's 12 GB of GDDR7 memory and 672.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p operation, but the 4K results show the card struggling to maintain playable frame rates at higher presets. The 33 FPS average at 4K Ultra is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, while even the 68 FPS at 4K Low suggests that users targeting 4K will need to accept significant visual compromises. The resolution scaling pattern confirms that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where the GPU can deliver frame rates that take advantage of high-refresh-rate displays.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 features a boost clock of 2512 MHz and a base clock of 2325 MHz, operating within a 250 W TDP. The card's memory configuration consists of 12 GB of GDDR7 on a 192-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. These specifications directly influence the measured FPS values, particularly at higher resolutions where memory bandwidth becomes critical.

The GPU's 6144 shading units and 80 ROPs contribute to its pixel rate of 201.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 482.3 GTexel/s. These figures explain why the card performs adequately at 1440p Medium (97 FPS) but drops to 54 FPS at 4K Medium. The rendering workload at 4K requires substantially more pixel processing, and the measured data shows the RTX 5070 reaching its practical limits.

At 1080p, the GPU demonstrates strong headroom. The 186 FPS at Low settings suggests that the card is not the primary constraint in this configuration, as the frame rate approaches the realm where CPU limitations typically emerge. However, the 91 FPS at 1080p Ultra still represents a substantial workload, and the card handles it without falling below 60 FPS. The Medium settings at 1080p show a min FPS of 125 and max of 169, averaging 147 FPS, which indicates consistent frame pacing.

The RTX 5070's performance in Fivem aligns with its 82nd percentile ranking among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 40377 places it within 2% of rivals like the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318, +0.1%) and the NVIDIA RTX A500 Mobile (39568, -2%). These comparisons show that while the card is not top-tier, it provides solid performance for this game's specific requirements. The 4K results, particularly the 33 FPS at Ultra, highlight that the GPU's 12 GB frame buffer and 192-bit memory bus are adequate for 1440p but insufficient for smooth 4K operation at high visual fidelity.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows that 2560x1440 provides the best balance, with 77 FPS at High settings and 60 FPS at Ultra. At 1920x1080, all presets exceed 90 FPS, with Low reaching 186 FPS, but 4K performance drops to 43 FPS at High and 33 FPS at Ultra.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 40377 is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318, +0.1%) and slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063, +0.8%). It trails the AMD Radeon Pro 5300 (40870, -1.2%) by a small margin.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 1080p?

A: At 1080p Low (186 FPS), the GPU still shows significant workload, but the frame rate suggests the system is approaching CPU limitations. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H's single-thread score of 1700 in Cinebench R23 and Passmark single-thread score of 3521 indicate sufficient processing power for high frame rates.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H ranks in the 81st percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29093. This places it within 0.6% of the Intel Core i5-13500HX (29270, -0.6%) and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT (28940, +0.5%).

Q: Does the 12 GB VRAM cause issues at any resolution?

A: The measured data shows that 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for all tested settings, as the GPU maintains playable frame rates at 1440p Ultra (60 FPS) and 1080p Ultra (91 FPS). The 4K Ultra result of 33 FPS is more likely due to raw compute limits rather than memory capacity.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations in Fivem?

A: This specific combo ranks 1624th out of 3005 tested combinations, placing it in the 46th percentile of all tested systems. This mid-pack ranking reflects the balanced but not exceptional performance of this CPU-GPU pairing.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 68 FPS, Medium produces 54 FPS with a minimum of 46 and maximum of 62, High produces 43 FPS, and Ultra produces 33 FPS. The 4K results show a clear hierarchy where reducing settings from Ultra to Low provides a 35 FPS improvement, but even the best 4K result (68 FPS) falls short of the 1440p High result (77 FPS).

Moving to 2560x1440, the data shows: Low settings average 122 FPS, Medium averages 97 FPS with a range of 82 to 111, High averages 77 FPS, and Ultra averages 60 FPS. The 1440p results demonstrate that the RTX 5070 can handle this resolution comfortably across all presets, with even the most demanding Ultra preset maintaining a 60 FPS average.

At 1920x1080, the measured values are: Low settings reach 186 FPS, Medium averages 147 FPS with a minimum of 125 and maximum of 169, High averages 117 FPS, and Ultra averages 91 FPS. The 1080p results show that this combo is capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors, with three out of four presets exceeding 90 FPS.

The progression across resolutions reveals that the Medium preset consistently provides the most stable frame times, as evidenced by the narrow min-max ranges at all three resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the spread is 44 FPS (125-169), at 1440p Medium it is 29 FPS (82-111), and at 4K Medium it is 16 FPS (46-62). This stability suggests that Medium settings offer the most consistent experience.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS values, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 provides the optimal balance for this combo. The 97 FPS average with a minimum of 82 FPS ensures smooth gameplay that stays well above the 60 FPS threshold, while the visual quality improvement over Low settings is meaningful. The 1440p High preset (77 FPS) is also viable, but the 20 FPS advantage of Medium makes it the more compelling choice for maintaining frame rate consistency.

For users prioritizing maximum visual fidelity, 1920x1080 Ultra (91 FPS) is the recommended configuration, as it delivers the highest settings while maintaining a frame rate that exceeds 90 FPS. The 1080p High preset (117 FPS) offers a middle ground with even more headroom, but the jump to Ultra adds significant visual detail for a 26 FPS cost.

At 4K, the data suggests that only the Low preset (68 FPS) provides an acceptable experience, while Medium (54 FPS) and High (43 FPS) fall below ideal thresholds for fast-paced multiplayer action. The Ultra preset at 33 FPS is not recommended for competitive play. For users who must play at 4K, the Low preset is the only measured option that maintains frame rates above 60 FPS.

The 1440p Medium preset stands out as the single best overall choice because it offers the highest resolution among presets that maintain a 60+ FPS minimum. The 82 FPS minimum ensures that even in demanding multiplayer scenarios, the frame rate will not dip into unplayable territory.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135H features 14 cores and 18 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This Meteor Lake architecture processor has a 28 W TDP and includes 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU's benchmark results show a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11875.5 and a single-core score of 1700, with a Passmark multithread score of 22422 and single-thread score of 3521.

In Fivem, the CPU's role becomes apparent at lower resolutions where the GPU is less stressed. The 186 FPS result at 1080p Low indicates that the CPU can handle the game's simulation and networking demands, as the frame rate is not artificially capped by processing limitations. The 14-core, 18-thread configuration provides ample parallelism for the game's background tasks, while the 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded performance.

The CPU's 81st percentile ranking among all processors places it in a competitive position. Its average benchmark score of 29093 is within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (29123, -0.1%) and within 0.5% of the Intel Xeon Phi 7210 (29245, -0.5%). These comparisons show that the Ultra 5 135H delivers desktop-class performance in a mobile form factor.

The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in Fivem at any tested resolution. The consistent scaling of FPS with resolution and settings indicates that the GPU workload dominates frame time. However, the 186 FPS ceiling at 1080p Low hints that the CPU may become a limiting factor if the GPU were upgraded or if settings were further reduced. The Passmark physics score of 1482 and data compression score of 251651 indicate strong processing capabilities for the game's physics and streaming requirements.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 ranks 1624th out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the middle of the distribution. This ranking reflects the balanced but unexceptional performance of this pairing. The CPU's 81st percentile and GPU's 82nd percentile rankings individually are respectable, but their combined performance in this specific game results in a mid-pack finish.

The rank of 1624 out of 3005 means that 54% of tested combinations perform better in Fivem. This is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows strong 1080p and 1440p performance but weaker 4K results. The combo's performance is likely held back by the GPU's 12 GB memory configuration and 192-bit bus, which limit 4K capability, while the CPU provides sufficient processing power for lower resolutions.

Compared to its component peers, the combo performs as expected. The RTX 5070's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Pro 580 (40318, +0.1%) and AMD Radeon Pro WX 7100 (40063, +0.8%), all of which would likely produce similar Fivem results given identical CPUs. The CPU's nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X (29123, -0.1%), would pair similarly with the RTX 5070.

The mid-pack ranking does not indicate poor performance, but rather reflects the highly competitive field of tested configurations. For users targeting 1080p or 1440p gaming, this combo delivers frame rates that exceed 60 FPS at most settings, which is the primary criterion for smooth multiplayer gameplay. The 4K limitations are the primary factor in the combo's ranking, as many higher-ranked configurations likely feature GPUs with larger memory buses and more bandwidth.