Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B370 combination in Fivem produces a tightly constrained experience where the frame rate is heavily dictated by graphics settings and resolution, with the processor’s capabilities far outrunning what the integrated graphics can deliver. The data shows a system that is technically functional across all tested configurations, but playable performance is limited to lower resolutions and reduced quality presets. This pairing ranks 2762nd out of 3005 tested combos in this game, placing it in the bottom 8% of all configurations, which aligns with the benchmark results showing significant frame rate drops as graphical demands increase.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a 10-core, 10-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, with a 65 W TDP and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU posts strong numbers: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25891 and a single-core score of 3655, alongside a PassMark multithread score of 30459 and a single-thread score of 4412. These results place the processor at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 36938.

The nearest rivals put this performance in context. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945, which is a 0% delta from the Core Ultra 5 225, indicating essentially identical average performance. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 37018, a -0.2% delta, meaning the Intel chip is marginally behind. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37093 (-0.4%), and the Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112 (-0.5%). These tiny deltas show the Core Ultra 5 225 is squarely in a competitive mid-range tier, with no single rival holding a meaningful advantage in aggregate CPU benchmarks.

In Fivem, the CPU’s role is primarily about maintaining a baseline frame rate, especially in multiplayer environments where many entities and scripts can tax the processor. The 10 cores and 10 threads provide solid multi-threaded capacity, and the 4.90 GHz boost clock ensures strong single-threaded responsiveness, which is critical for game logic and physics calculations. However, the measured FPS data reveals that the CPU is not the limiting factor in this combo. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 80 FPS average, but at 4K Ultra, it drops to 14 FPS. This dramatic scaling points directly at the GPU as the bottleneck, not the processor.

The CPU’s benchmark scores suggest it could handle significantly more graphical load than what the Arc B370 can deliver. For instance, the PassMark data compression score of 302811 and floating point math score of 92038 indicate strong computational throughput. In practice, this means the processor is likely idle or underutilized in many of the tested Fivem scenarios, waiting on the integrated graphics to produce frames. The 85th percentile ranking among CPUs reinforces that this is a capable processor, but its potential is capped by the GPU in this specific configuration.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated graphics solution based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on Intel’s 3 nm process. It features a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz, with 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. The memory configuration is entirely system-shared, meaning there is no dedicated VRAM; the GPU uses the system’s DDR5 memory, with bandwidth described as system dependent. The GPU’s TDP is just 25 W, which is typical for an integrated part, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The only GPU benchmark available is a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184, which places the Arc B370 at the 5th percentile among all GPUs. This is an extremely low ranking, and the nearest rivals confirm the performance tier. The ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 scores 1186 (-0.2% delta), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 scores 1190 (-0.5%), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M scores 1192 (-0.7%), and the AMD FirePro M2000 scores 1168 (+1.4% delta). These are all legacy or low-end parts from over a decade ago, which illustrates the Arc B370’s limited graphical horsepower.

In Fivem, this GPU is the primary constraint on performance. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p Low, the system hits 80 FPS, but at 1080p Ultra, it falls to 39 FPS. At 1440p, the range is 53 FPS on Low down to 26 FPS on Ultra. At 4K, the situation becomes nearly unplayable, with 29 FPS on Low and just 14 FPS on Ultra. The system-shared memory means the GPU competes with the CPU for bandwidth, which likely exacerbates the performance drop at higher resolutions where memory pressure increases.

The boost clock of 2400 MHz is relatively high for an integrated GPU, but the 25 W TDP and lack of dedicated VRAM severely limit sustained performance. The 6.144 TFLOPS FP32 compute is modest by modern discrete GPU standards, and the 48.00 GPixel/s pixel rate and 96.00 GTexel/s texture rate are insufficient for demanding settings. In Fivem, which is a mod-heavy multiplayer game based on Grand Theft Auto V, the integrated GPU struggles to maintain consistent frame rates even at medium settings, as evidenced by the 63 FPS average at 1080p Medium but with a minimum of 54 FPS, indicating frame time spikes.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal setting depends heavily on the target resolution and acceptable frame rate. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 80 FPS average, which is the highest measured in any configuration. This is the only setting that provides a clearly smooth experience for fast-paced multiplayer action. The Medium preset at 1080p yields 63 FPS average with a minimum of 54 FPS, which is still playable but shows more variance. High drops to 50 FPS, and Ultra falls to 39 FPS, both of which are borderline for a competitive multiplayer game.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset produces 53 FPS, which is acceptable for casual play but may feel sluggish in intense moments. Medium gives 41 FPS with a minimum of 35 FPS, which is on the edge of playability. High and Ultra at 1440p produce 33 FPS and 26 FPS respectively, which are not recommended for any real-time interaction. At 3840x2160, all settings are below 30 FPS, with Low at 29 FPS, Medium at 23 FPS, High at 18 FPS, and Ultra at 14 FPS. These are not viable for gameplay.

The sweet spot for this combo is 1080p Low, which provides the best balance of frame rate and responsiveness. The 80 FPS average is more than double the 39 FPS seen at 1080p Ultra, and the performance cost of higher settings is not justified by the visual gains on an integrated GPU. For users who prioritize visual quality over frame rate, 1080p Medium at 63 FPS is the highest preset that remains consistently above 60 FPS, though the 54 FPS minimum suggests occasional dips. At 1440p, only Low is recommended, and 4K should be avoided entirely given the sub-30 FPS results across all presets.

The data indicates that this system is best suited for 1080p gaming with modest settings. The gap between Low and Medium at 1080p is 17 FPS, which is significant, while the gap between Medium and High is 13 FPS, and between High and Ultra is 11 FPS. This diminishing returns pattern suggests that the GPU hits a hard ceiling around 80 FPS, and each incremental setting increase costs roughly 15-20% performance. For a stable experience, 1080p Low is the clear choice, with the understanding that this combo is not designed for high-fidelity visuals.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and Intel Arc B370 ranks 2762nd out of 3005 tested combinations in Fivem. This places it in the bottom 8% of all configurations, which is consistent with the GPU’s 5th percentile ranking among all GPUs. The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking is effectively wasted in this pairing, as the integrated GPU cannot translate the processor’s computational strength into frame rate.

To put this rank in perspective, there are 243 combos that perform worse than this one in Fivem, meaning the Arc B370 is not the absolute worst GPU tested, but it is very close. The nearest GPU rivals, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and Mobility Radeon HD 5570, are parts that were low-end even a decade ago, which contextualizes the 2762nd rank. The combo rank suggests that for Fivem specifically, this system is at the extreme low end of playable hardware, suitable only for the most undemanding configurations.

The rank also implies that the vast majority of tested combos, roughly 92%, deliver better Fivem performance. This is a critical consideration for anyone evaluating this hardware. The CPU alone would rank much higher, but the GPU drags the entire system down. In multi-player scenarios, where Fivem can be CPU-intensive due to many connected players, the Core Ultra 5 225 would likely hold up well, but the GPU’s inability to render frames quickly negates any CPU advantage. The 2762nd rank is a direct reflection of this imbalance.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows 1920x1080 with Low settings delivers 80 FPS average, which is the highest performance recorded. At 2560x1440, Low drops to 53 FPS, and at 3840x2160, even Low only reaches 29 FPS, so 1080p Low is the only configuration that provides a consistently smooth experience.

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

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 36938, which is within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945), AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018), AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093), and Intel Core i9-12900T (37112). Performance is effectively identical across these processors in aggregate benchmarks.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B370 capable of running Fivem at 4K?

A: No. At 3840x2160, the measured average FPS ranges from 29 on Low to 14 on Ultra, with Medium at 23 FPS and High at 18 FPS. All of these are below playable thresholds, so 4K is not a viable resolution for this GPU in Fivem.

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile compared to all GPUs?

A: The Intel Arc B370 ranks at the 5th percentile among all GPUs, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186) and ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), indicating it performs at the level of decade-old low-end hardware.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in this combo?

A: No, the data suggests the opposite. The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking and strong Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25891 indicate it is far more capable than the GPU. The FPS scaling from 80 at 1080p Low to 14 at 4K Ultra shows the GPU is the sole limiting factor.

Q: What is the highest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The maximum average FPS is 80, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. The next highest is 63 FPS at 1080p Medium, followed by 53 FPS at 1440p Low, showing a steep drop as resolution or settings increase.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best performance. Low settings produce an average of 80 FPS, which is the highest measured across all tests. Medium settings yield 63 FPS average, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 72 FPS, indicating some frame variance. High settings drop to 50 FPS average, and Ultra settings fall to 39 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra represents a 41 FPS loss, or roughly a 51% reduction in frame rate.

At 2560x1440, performance decreases significantly across all presets. Low settings average 53 FPS, which is still playable but noticeably less smooth than 1080p. Medium settings average 41 FPS, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 48 FPS. High settings average 33 FPS, and Ultra settings average 26 FPS. The step from Low to Ultra at 1440p costs 27 FPS, a 51% drop that mirrors the 1080p scaling pattern.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles to maintain playable frame rates. Low settings average 29 FPS, which is below the 30 FPS threshold often considered minimum for interactive use. Medium settings average 23 FPS, with a minimum of 20 FPS and a maximum of 26 FPS. High settings average 18 FPS, and Ultra settings average 14 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 15 FPS, but the absolute values are so low that no preset is viable for actual gameplay.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each resolution step from 1080p to 1440p to 4K roughly halves the frame rate at the same settings. For example, Low settings go from 80 FPS at 1080p to 53 FPS at 1440p to 29 FPS at 4K. Similarly, Ultra settings go from 39 FPS at 1080p to 26 FPS at 1440p to 14 FPS at 4K. This linear scaling indicates the GPU is bandwidth and compute limited, unable to handle the increased pixel count at higher resolutions. The only configuration that approaches smooth gameplay is 1080p Low at 80 FPS, with 1080p Medium at 63 FPS being the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS average, though its 54 FPS minimum shows occasional dips below that threshold.