Fivem

Fivem is a multiplayer modification platform that stresses both CPU and GPU depending on the active server scripts, player count, and world density. The pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER produces a broad spread of frame rates across resolutions and presets, with the data showing a clear shift from CPU-limited scenarios at 1080p to GPU-limited scenarios at 4K. The measured rows below provide a detailed look at how this combination behaves, with the combo ranking 259th out of 3707 tested configurations in this game.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Fivem?

A: The highest average is 331 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: How much faster is the RTX 4080 SUPER than its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has an average benchmark score of 54209, while the nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080, scores 54247, making the SUPER 0.1% slower in this specific comparison.

Q: Does the CPU or GPU limit performance more at 4K resolution?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the average FPS is 95, with a minimum of 81 and maximum of 110. The drop from 1440p to 4K is substantial, indicating the GPU becomes the primary limiting component at this resolution.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is $246.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 225 compare to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F in average benchmark score?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225 has an average benchmark score of 36938, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36945, resulting in a 0% delta between the two processors.

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded at 2560x1440 with Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 146 and the maximum is 198, with an average of 172 FPS.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a 10-core, 10-thread desktop processor built on the Arrow Lake architecture using a 3 nm process node. It has 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. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and it incorporates integrated Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU, though the dedicated RTX 4080 SUPER handles all rendering duties in this configuration.

In Fivem, the CPU’s role is particularly pronounced at lower resolutions where the GPU has headroom to render frames quickly. The data shows that at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the average FPS reaches 331, which is dramatically higher than at 4K. This pattern indicates that at 1080p, the Core Ultra 5 225 is capable of feeding the GPU with enough draw calls and game logic updates to sustain very high frame rates. The processor’s single-thread performance, as measured by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3655, is critical for Fivem’s server-side script processing and entity management, which often relies on a few heavily loaded threads.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 225 sits in a tight pack. Its average benchmark score of 36938 is essentially identical to the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945, delta 0%), and it is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018). The Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37112, which is 0.5% higher. These small deltas suggest the CPU is well-matched to its competitors in general compute, but Fivem’s specific workload may favor certain architectural traits. The processor’s 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is a solid performer, though not at the very top of the range.

The measured FPS data reinforces that the CPU is not a bottleneck at 1080p. The jump from High (209 FPS) to Low (331 FPS) at 1080p is a 122 FPS difference, which shows how sensitive the frame rate is to settings that reduce GPU load, allowing the CPU to push more frames. If the CPU were the primary limiter, this scaling would be less pronounced. Conversely, at 4K, the CPU’s influence diminishes as the GPU becomes the dominant constraint.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture with an AD103 chip manufactured on a 5 nm process. It features 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has a base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2550 MHz, with 10240 shading units, 320 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. Its 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores provide hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS, though the measured FPS data here does not indicate whether these features were enabled.

The GPU’s performance in synthetic benchmarks places it at the 86th percentile among all GPUs, with an average score of 54209. Its closest rival, the RTX 4080, scores 54247, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the SUPER is effectively on par with the non-SUPER variant in these tests. The AMD Radeon Pro W5700X scores 54828, which is 1.1% higher, while the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB scores 55698, 2.7% higher. These results suggest the RTX 4080 SUPER is a capable high-end card, though its synthetic scores are closely matched by several competitors.

In Fivem, the GPU’s role becomes more evident as resolution increases. At 3840x2160, the average FPS ranges from 59 on Ultra to 121 on Low, showing that the GPU is heavily taxed by the higher pixel count. The 16 GB VRAM is ample for the game’s textures and assets, and the memory bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s supports high-resolution rendering without significant stutter. The data shows that at 4K Medium, the minimum FPS is 81, which is still playable, but the average of 95 FPS indicates the GPU is working hard to maintain smooth performance.

The GPU’s raw compute power, measured at 52.22 TFLOPS for FP32, helps maintain high frame rates even at Ultra settings where the average drops to 59 FPS at 4K. This is the lowest recorded average in the dataset, highlighting that Ultra settings at 4K push the GPU to its limits. The card’s 320 W TDP and triple-slot design suggest it is built for sustained high-performance workloads, and the suggested 700 W PSU provides adequate headroom for the system.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce an average of 331 FPS, which is the peak for the entire dataset. Medium settings reduce the average to 261 FPS, with a minimum of 222 and maximum of 301. High settings average 209 FPS, while Ultra settings average 162 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 169 FPS drop, indicating that the GPU is handling the increased visual complexity at lower resolutions while the CPU maintains high throughput.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but begin to show the GPU’s growing influence. Low settings average 218 FPS, which is a 113 FPS drop from the 1080p Low result. Medium settings average 172 FPS, with a minimum of 146 and maximum of 198. High settings average 138 FPS, and Ultra settings average 107 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a 111 FPS drop, similar in magnitude to the 1080p scaling, but the absolute values are lower, reflecting the increased pixel workload.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. Low settings average 121 FPS, Medium settings average 95 FPS with a minimum of 81 and maximum of 110, High settings average 76 FPS, and Ultra settings average 59 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra at 4K is 62 FPS, which is narrower than at lower resolutions, indicating that the GPU is saturated and settings changes have a smaller relative impact on frame rate. The minimum FPS of 81 at 4K Medium suggests that even at this demanding resolution, the combo can avoid severe drops, though the Ultra preset’s 59 FPS average is near the lower threshold for smooth gameplay.

Resolution Scaling

The data shows a consistent decline in average FPS as resolution increases from 1080p to 4K, but the rate of decline varies by settings preset. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 331 at 1080p to 218 at 1440p, a 34% reduction, and then to 121 at 4K, a further 44% reduction from 1440p. This steep decline indicates that the GPU is the limiting component, as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K, requiring four times the rendering work.

At Medium settings, the average FPS falls from 261 at 1080p to 172 at 1440p (34% drop) and then to 95 at 4K (45% drop). The consistency of these percentage drops across presets suggests that the GPU’s fillrate and memory bandwidth are the primary constraints at higher resolutions. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s demands, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p, but the GPU’s workload scales directly with resolution.

At Ultra settings, the average FPS drops from 162 at 1080p to 107 at 1440p (34% drop) and then to 59 at 4K (45% drop). The relative decline is similar to other presets, but the absolute values are lower, indicating that Ultra settings impose additional GPU load beyond just resolution scaling. The fact that the percentage drop is nearly identical across all presets points to a GPU-bound scenario at 4K, where the RTX 4080 SUPER’s capabilities are fully utilized.

The resolution scaling analysis reveals that at 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor for High and Ultra settings, as the frame rates are high but not as high as Low settings, which reduce GPU load and allow the CPU to push further. At 4K, the GPU is unambiguously the bottleneck, as the frame rates are significantly lower and settings changes have a smaller impact, consistent with a GPU that is saturated by the pixel workload.

Settings Recommendations

For players seeking the highest frame rates, the Low preset at 1920x1080 delivers an average of 331 FPS, which is ideal for competitive play where responsiveness is paramount. This preset minimizes GPU load, allowing the CPU to drive frame rates to their maximum. However, the visual quality is reduced, and the game’s environment may appear less detailed.

The Medium preset offers a balanced approach at both 1440p and 4K. At 2560x1440, Medium averages 172 FPS with a minimum of 146, providing smooth gameplay with improved visuals over Low. At 3840x2160, Medium averages 95 FPS with a minimum of 81, which is playable and offers a good compromise between fidelity and performance. The data suggests that Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, as it maintains high frame rates while providing a more immersive visual experience.

The High preset is suitable for players with high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors, as it averages 138 FPS at 2560x1440. At 4K, High averages 76 FPS, which is acceptable for slower-paced gameplay but may not be ideal for fast action. The Ultra preset is the most demanding, with an average of 59 FPS at 4K and 107 FPS at 1440p. While Ultra offers the best visual quality, the frame rates at 4K are below the 60 FPS threshold, which may cause noticeable stutter in a multiplayer environment.

Given the measured data, the Medium preset at 2560x1440 provides the best overall experience, with an average FPS of 172 and a minimum of 146, ensuring consistent performance. For those prioritizing visual quality, High at 1440p (138 FPS) is a strong choice, while 4K players should consider Medium (95 FPS) to maintain smoothness. The Ultra preset is only recommended for players with 1080p displays, where it averages 162 FPS, or for those who prioritize visuals over frame rate at 1440p.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER ranks 259th out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the top 7% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the system’s strong performance, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU and GPU work together efficiently to produce high frame rates.

The CPU’s 85th percentile ranking and the GPU’s 86th percentile ranking among their respective categories suggest that both components are above average, but not at the very top. In synthetic benchmarks, the CPU is closely matched with its nearest rivals, with deltas of 0% to -0.5%, indicating that the Core Ultra 5 225 is a solid mid-to-high-end processor. The GPU’s performance is similarly competitive, with a delta of -0.1% against the RTX 4080, showing that the SUPER variant offers marginal gains over its predecessor.

In Fivem specifically, the combo’s ranking is influenced by the game’s unique demands. The high frame rates at 1080p (up to 331 FPS on Low) demonstrate that the system can handle the game’s CPU-heavy script processing, while the 4K results (59-121 FPS depending on settings) show that the GPU is capable of driving high-resolution displays. The 259th rank out of 3707 combos indicates that there are 258 configurations that perform better, likely featuring higher-end CPUs or GPUs, but the Core Ultra 5 225 and RTX 4080 SUPER pairing remains a strong choice for Fivem players seeking a balance of performance and capability.