Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification platform built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile that depends heavily on both the CPU and GPU. The data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 shows a system that can handle the game across a wide range of settings, but the performance scaling reveals where its strengths and limitations lie.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a classic pattern of GPU-bound performance scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 246 FPS, which drops to 162 FPS at 1440p and further to 90 FPS at 4K. This represents a 34% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is steep, indicating that the Radeon RX 9070 is the primary limiter at higher resolutions.

When moving to High settings, the pattern shifts. The 1080p average of 155 FPS drops to 102 FPS at 1440p (a 34% reduction) and then to 57 FPS at 4K (a 44% reduction from 1440p). The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the GPU's workload scales predictably with pixel count, but the absolute numbers tell a more nuanced story.

At 1080p, the gap between Low and Ultra settings is substantial: 246 FPS versus 120 FPS. This 126 FPS difference indicates that even at the lowest resolution, the GPU is doing meaningful work. However, the fact that the system can push past 200 FPS at 1080p Low suggests the CPU is not a bottleneck at that resolution. The Core Ultra 5 225, with its 10 cores and 10 threads, appears sufficient to feed the GPU at lower resolutions.

At 4K, the Ultra setting produces just 44 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many players consider playable. The Medium setting at 4K yields 71 FPS with a minimum of 60 FPS, making it the highest quality preset that maintains a consistent 60 FPS. This indicates that for 4K gaming, the user must compromise on quality settings to achieve smooth gameplay. The scaling from Medium to Ultra at 4K (71 to 44 FPS) represents a 38% performance hit for the higher quality preset.

The 1440p results show a more balanced picture. High settings at 102 FPS and Medium at 128 FPS both provide comfortable headroom above 60 FPS, while Ultra at 79 FPS still clears that threshold. This makes 1440p the sweet spot for this combo, where the user can enjoy near-maximum quality without sacrificing frame rate stability.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Fivem at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K Medium settings, the average FPS is 71 with a minimum of 60. High settings drop to 57 FPS average, while Ultra brings it down to 44 FPS. For a consistent 60 FPS experience, Medium is the highest preset available at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance at lower resolutions?

A: At 1080p Low settings, the system achieves 246 FPS, which is more than double the 4K Low result of 90 FPS. This suggests the CPU is not a limiting factor at 1080p, as the high frame rates indicate the GPU can be fully utilized without CPU bottlenecks.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combination?

A: The 1440p resolution offers the best balance. At High settings, the average FPS is 102, and at Medium it reaches 128 FPS. Even Ultra maintains 79 FPS, providing quality and performance without the steep penalties seen at 4K.

Q: How much performance is lost between Low and Ultra settings?

A: At 1080p, the drop from Low to Ultra is from 246 FPS to 120 FPS, a 51% reduction. At 1440p, it goes from 162 to 79 FPS, a 51% reduction. At 4K, it drops from 90 to 44 FPS, a 51% reduction. The consistent percentage loss indicates the GPU scales linearly with settings.

Q: Is the 16 GB VRAM sufficient for Fivem?

A: The GPU's 16 GB GDDR6 memory with a 256-bit bus and 644.6 GB/s bandwidth provides ample capacity for Fivem's textures and assets. The performance numbers show no signs of memory-related stuttering, even at 4K Ultra where the GPU is clearly the limiting factor.

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

A: The combination ranks 1105 out of 3707 tested combos, placing it in the 30th percentile of all configurations. This puts it in the upper-middle range, ahead of the majority of systems tested.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 is the dominant component in this pairing, particularly as resolution increases. Its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 644.6 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for Fivem's asset streaming in multiplayer environments. The GPU's boost clock of 2520 MHz and game clock of 2070 MHz demonstrate the card's ability to sustain high throughput.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it in the 69th percentile of all GPUs, with an average score of 23877. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN Z (0.6% ahead), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (0.8% behind), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (1.1% ahead). This clustering shows the RX 9070 sits in a competitive performance tier, though its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6290 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 131539 indicate strong compute capabilities.

In Fivem specifically, the GPU's role is clear from the resolution scaling. At 1080p, the system can produce 246 FPS on Low, which means the GPU is not the bottleneck. However, at 4K Ultra, the 44 FPS result shows the GPU is fully saturated. The 51% performance drop from Low to Ultra at every resolution indicates that the GPU's shading units, TMUs, and ROPs are being progressively loaded as quality increases.

The RX 9070's 3584 shading units, 224 TMUs, and 128 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 564.5 GTexel/s. These specifications translate to real-world performance in Fivem, where the game's draw calls and texture streaming benefit from the GPU's raw throughput. The 56 RT cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6 ensure compatibility with modern rendering features.

The GPU's 220 W TDP and dual-slot design indicate it requires adequate cooling and power delivery. The 2x 8-pin power connectors and 550 W suggested PSU provide context for system builders. The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface ensures no bandwidth bottleneck for the GPU to communicate with the rest of the system.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured data provides a complete picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers an average of 246 FPS on Low, 194 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 165 and maximum of 223), 155 FPS on High, and 120 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show a system capable of high refresh rate gaming at 1080p, with even the most demanding preset clearing 120 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the averages are 162 FPS on Low, 128 FPS on Medium (minimum 108, maximum 147), 102 FPS on High, and 79 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset's minimum of 108 FPS is particularly noteworthy, as it ensures consistent frame times even during intense multiplayer moments. The Ultra preset at 79 FPS still provides a smooth experience on most displays.

At 3840x2160, the performance drops significantly. Low settings produce 90 FPS, Medium produces 71 FPS (minimum 60, maximum 81), High produces 57 FPS, and Ultra produces 44 FPS. The Medium result is the only 4K preset that maintains an average above 60 FPS, and its minimum of 60 FPS suggests occasional dips that could be noticeable.

The progression from Low to Ultra at each resolution shows a consistent pattern. The step from Low to Medium costs roughly 20% performance, from Medium to High costs roughly 20-22%, and from High to Ultra costs roughly 22-23%. This linear scaling means users can predict performance impacts when adjusting settings.

The frame data also reveals the system's consistency. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 108 FPS is 84% of the average, showing good frame pacing. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 60 FPS is 85% of the average, indicating the GPU maintains stable performance even when heavily loaded. This consistency is valuable in a multiplayer game where frame drops can affect gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and AMD Radeon RX 9070 combination ranks 1105 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This 30th percentile placement puts it in the upper-middle tier of systems, meaning it outperforms roughly 70% of tested configurations while being surpassed by the top 30%.

The CPU itself sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (0.2% behind), AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (0.4% behind), and Intel Core i9-12900T (0.5% behind). This clustering indicates the Core Ultra 5 225 delivers competitive processing power for its class.

The GPU's 69th percentile placement is lower than the CPU's 85th percentile, suggesting the graphics card is the weaker component in this pairing for overall system ranking. However, in Fivem specifically, the combo rank of 1105 out of 3707 demonstrates that the pairing works well together, likely because the game's CPU requirements are met while the GPU handles the rendering load.

Compared to other combos, this system's 30th percentile ranking means it sits above the median but below high-end configurations. The 4K Medium result of 71 FPS and 1440p High result of 102 FPS are solid mid-range numbers. The rank suggests this combo is well-suited for 1440p gaming with high settings, while being capable of 4K at reduced quality.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 plays a supporting role in this Fivem configuration, but it is not a bottleneck at typical gaming resolutions. With 10 cores and 10 threads, the CPU provides adequate parallelism for Fivem's multiplayer workloads. Its base clock of 3.30 GHz and boost clock of 4.90 GHz deliver strong single-threaded performance, which is crucial for games that rely heavily on a few cores.

The CPU's benchmark results show a strong all-around performer. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25891 and single-core score of 3655 put it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. The PassMark multithread score of 30459 and single-thread score of 4412 further confirm its capabilities. The data compression score of 302811 and floating-point math score of 92038 indicate robust processing power for non-gaming tasks.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is evident from the 1080p results. The ability to maintain 246 FPS on Low settings suggests the CPU can feed the GPU with draw calls and game state updates faster than the GPU can render. The 10 threads handle the game's simulation and networking workloads, while the 3 nm process node and 65 W TDP keep power consumption reasonable.

The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. This configuration provides low-latency access to frequently used data, which is beneficial for Fivem's script-heavy environment. The 20 MB L3 cache helps with multiplayer scenarios where many entities and scripts are active simultaneously.

The Core Ultra 5 225's memory support for DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth ensures the CPU can quickly access game data. The PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes provides high-bandwidth connectivity for the GPU and other peripherals. The integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU offers a fallback display output, though the discrete RX 9070 handles all gaming workloads.

The CPU's nearest rivals in benchmark scores include the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, Ryzen 5 5500X3D, Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, and Intel Core i9-12900T, all within 0.5% of its average score. This tight grouping means the Core Ultra 5 225 performs on par with established mid-range processors, making it a capable partner for the RX 9070 in Fivem.