Fivem

This combo pairing the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT in Fivem lands in the lower half of the performance hierarchy in our database. The data shows a combo rank of 2752 out of 3707 tested configurations, placing it in the 74th percentile of all tracked systems for this specific multiplayer title. This is a workable position, but it indicates that the pairing is not optimized for maximum frame rates in Fivem, leaving significant headroom for other hardware combinations that rank higher. The benchmark results suggest the system will deliver a playable experience, but users seeking high-refresh-rate dominance will need to manage their settings carefully.

How This Combo Ranks

The measured performance of this Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and RX 5700 XT combination is firmly in the mid-to-lower tier of our Fivem results database. With a rank of 2752 out of 3707 total combos, the system outperforms roughly 74% of all tested configurations, but it also falls behind about 26% of them. This is not a top-tier pairing for Fivem, as the data indicates that many other CPU-GPU combinations achieve higher average frame rates. The ranking suggests that this setup is more aligned with mainstream or entry-level performance targets for the game, rather than being a high-end enthusiast build. Users should temper expectations regarding maximum frame rates, as the system is positioned to deliver competent but not exceptional performance in typical multiplayer scenarios. The rank also implies that while the combo is capable of running the game, it will not be leading any benchmark charts.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is the primary driver for Fivem’s graphical output, and its specifications directly influence the measured frame rates. This GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. In Fivem, this capacity is generally sufficient for the game’s textures and assets at the tested resolutions, but the data suggests that the 8 GB frame buffer can become a limiting factor at higher settings. The GPU’s base clock is 1605 MHz, with a boost clock of 1905 MHz and a game clock of 1755 MHz, which are the operating points that determine its raw compute throughput. The card’s FP32 performance is rated at 9.754 TFLOPS, which is a moderate figure that aligns with its mid-range positioning. The data shows that the GPU’s performance is a significant constraint on overall FPS, particularly when settings are raised. The RX 5700 XT’s percentile ranking among all GPUs is 59, meaning it outperforms 59% of the GPUs in our database, which is a solid but not dominant position. Its average benchmark score of 16361 places it in close competition with other cards like the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M, which scores 16351, and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, which scores 16408. These rival scores are within a fraction of a percent, indicating the RX 5700 XT is a well-established performer in its class.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 provides the processing backbone for this combo, and its capabilities are crucial for Fivem’s simulation and networking tasks. This CPU features 10 cores and 10 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The relatively high boost clock is beneficial for single-threaded workloads, which are common in Fivem’s server-side and game logic operations. The CPU’s cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and a 20 MB shared L3 cache, which helps with data locality and reduces memory latency. The processor is built on a 3 nm process node and supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, offering a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. In terms of synthetic benchmarks, the Core Ultra 5 225 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25891 and a single-core score of 3655, indicating strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The CPU’s percentile ranking is 85, meaning it outperforms 85% of all CPUs in our database, which is a strong showing. Its average benchmark score is 36938, placing it in close proximity to rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, which scores 36945, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, which scores 37018. These delta values are negligible, confirming that the Core Ultra 5 225 is a competitive mid-range processor. For Fivem, the CPU’s high single-core boost clock is likely more important than its multi-core throughput, as the game often relies on a few fast threads for physics and script execution.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combo reveals a clear performance pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 156 FPS on Low settings, which drops to 123 FPS on Medium, 98 FPS on High, and 76 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset shows a minimum of 104 FPS and a maximum of 141 FPS, indicating some frame time variance. At 2560x1440, the averages are 103 FPS on Low, 81 FPS on Medium, 65 FPS on High, and 50 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset at this resolution has a minimum of 69 FPS and a maximum of 93 FPS. At 3840x2160, the averages fall to 57 FPS on Low, 45 FPS on Medium, 36 FPS on High, and 28 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset at 4K shows a minimum of 38 FPS and a maximum of 52 FPS. These numbers demonstrate that the combo is most comfortable at 1080p, where it can maintain high frame rates even on High settings. At 1440p, the system remains playable but requires a drop to Medium settings to stay above 60 FPS consistently. At 4K, the system struggles to maintain smooth performance, with only Low settings achieving a playable average of 57 FPS. The data suggests that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings, as the frame rate drops sharply when pixel count increases.

Resolution Scaling

The resolution scaling behavior of this combo shows a predictable decline in performance as pixel count increases, which is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario. Moving from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 on High settings, the average FPS drops from 98 to 65, representing a 33.7% reduction. Scaling further to 3840x2160 on High settings, the average FPS falls to 36, which is a 63.3% reduction from the 1080p baseline. This steep drop indicates that the RX 5700 XT is heavily taxed at higher resolutions, and its 8 GB frame buffer and compute capabilities are insufficient to maintain performance. On Low settings, the drop is less severe but still significant: from 156 FPS at 1080p to 103 FPS at 1440p, and then to 57 FPS at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K on Low is 63.5%, which is similar to the High setting drop, suggesting that the GPU’s raw throughput is the limiting factor rather than memory bandwidth alone. The data indicates that the CPU is not the primary constraint at higher resolutions, as the frame rate scales almost linearly with the number of pixels. This is typical for a game like Fivem, where the GPU workload dominates at 1440p and above. At 1080p, the CPU’s high boost clock helps maintain high frame rates, but the GPU still remains the overall limiting component across all tested settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain a smooth experience?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the ideal resolution for this combo, as it achieves an average of 98 FPS on High settings and 156 FPS on Low settings. At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops to 65 on High, which is still playable but less consistent. At 3840x2160, the average FPS falls to 36 on High, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225 has an average benchmark score of 36938, which is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F’s score of 36945, with a delta of 0%. It is slightly behind the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, which scores 37018, a delta of -0.2%. The CPU outperforms the Intel Core i9-12900T, which scores 37112, by a delta of -0.5%.

Q: Is the RX 5700 XT’s 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Fivem at higher settings?

A: The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for Fivem at 1080p and 1440p, as the game’s textures are not excessively demanding. However, at 3840x2160, the frame rates drop significantly, such as 28 FPS on Ultra and 36 FPS on High, which suggests that the GPU’s memory capacity and bandwidth are limiting factors at 4K.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the average FPS on Low settings is 103, which drops to 81 on Medium, 65 on High, and 50 on Ultra. This represents a 51.5% reduction in performance from Low to Ultra, indicating that the GPU is heavily stressed by the highest settings.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems in Fivem?

A: The combo ranks 2752 out of 3707 tested configurations, placing it in the 74th percentile. This means it performs better than 74% of all combos but worse than 26%, positioning it as a mid-range performer for Fivem.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs in the database?

A: The RX 5700 XT has a percentile ranking of 59, meaning it outperforms 59% of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 16361 is slightly higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M’s score of 16351, with a delta of 0.1%.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p, the High preset is the best choice, as it delivers an average of 98 FPS, which is smooth and visually appealing. The Ultra preset at 1080p still provides 76 FPS, but the drop in performance is not justified by the marginal visual improvement. For 1440p, the Medium preset is recommended, as it achieves an average of 81 FPS with a minimum of 69 FPS, ensuring a consistent experience. The High preset at 1440p falls to 65 FPS, which is borderline for competitive play, while Low settings sacrifice too much visual fidelity for the 103 FPS average. For 4K, the Low preset is the only viable option, as it delivers an average of 57 FPS. The Medium preset at 4K drops to 45 FPS, which is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, and the High and Ultra presets are not recommended due to their low averages of 36 FPS and 28 FPS, respectively. In summary, the data suggests that users should prioritize 1080p with High settings or 1440p with Medium settings to get the best balance of visual quality and performance from this combo.