Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification platform built atop Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile when paired with the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT. The measured data reveals a system that scales predictably with resolution, showcasing a strong balance between CPU and GPU capabilities. This analysis breaks down the observed framerates, component roles, and how this specific combination stacks up against the broader test pool.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K reveals a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves an impressive 235 FPS average. This high framerate suggests the CPU is feeding the GPU efficiently, allowing the RX 7800 XT to operate near its potential. Moving to 2560x1440 at Low settings, the average FPS drops to 155, a reduction of 80 FPS from 1080p. This significant decrease indicates the GPU is beginning to work harder, but the system still maintains a very playable framerate.

The jump to 3840x2160 at Low settings yields 86 FPS average, which is a further drop of 69 FPS from the 1440p result. This scaling pattern is a clear indicator that the Radeon RX 7800 XT is the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The data shows a nearly linear decline in performance as pixel count increases, which is expected when a GPU is saturated. At 4K High settings, the average FPS falls to 54, showing that the combination of high resolution and higher graphical fidelity pushes the GPU to its limits.

The scaling from High to Ultra at 4K is particularly telling. At 1440p High, the system produces 98 FPS, while at Ultra it produces 76 FPS. At 4K, the High preset delivers 54 FPS, but Ultra drops to 42 FPS. This 12 FPS penalty for moving from High to Ultra at 4K demonstrates that the most demanding settings impose a heavy load on the GPU. The 1080p data shows a similar pattern, with High at 148 FPS and Ultra at 115 FPS. The consistent gap between settings across all resolutions confirms that the GPU’s compute and memory resources are the primary constraint in this configuration.

Settings Recommendations

The measured rows provide a clear picture of which preset delivers the best experience. For players targeting 60 FPS as a baseline, the 4K Medium preset is the only viable option at that resolution, achieving an average of 68 FPS with a minimum of 58 FPS. The data shows that 4K High and Ultra fall below this threshold, making Medium the recommended choice for 4K displays. The min FPS of 58 at 4K Medium indicates that even in demanding moments, the system stays close to the 60 FPS target.

At 1440p, the options expand significantly. The High preset delivers a robust 98 FPS average, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and provides a smooth experience for most displays. The Ultra preset at 1440p, with an average of 76 FPS, also clears this bar, making it a viable choice for users who prioritize visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 1440p, at 122 FPS, offers a significant headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors, but the visual quality trade-off may not be worth it for many users. The data suggests that 1440p High is the sweet spot, balancing visual quality and performance.

For 1080p, the system is exceptionally capable. The High preset achieves 148 FPS, which is more than enough for 144Hz monitors. The Ultra preset, at 115 FPS, still provides a high-refresh experience and is a strong recommendation for those with 120Hz or 144Hz panels who want maximum graphical detail. The Low preset’s 235 FPS is only useful for competitive players with 240Hz monitors, but the visual compromises are substantial. The Medium preset, at 186 FPS, is a strong middle ground for high-refresh gaming.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, with its 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus and a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s, plays a central role in these results. The memory capacity is more than sufficient for Fivem’s demands, even at 4K with high-resolution textures. The 16 GB allocation ensures that the GPU is not bottlenecked by memory capacity, allowing the data to show consistent scaling based on compute load rather than memory overflow.

The GPU’s clock speeds are a key factor in its performance. The boost clock of 2430 MHz and game clock of 2124 MHz provide the processing power needed to handle the game’s rendering. The FP32 performance of 37.32 TFLOPS is a strong indicator of raw compute capability. The measured FPS data shows that this compute power is sufficient to produce high framerates at lower resolutions, but it becomes the limiting factor as resolution increases. At 4K Ultra, the 42 FPS average shows that the GPU is fully saturated.

The GPU’s position in the broader benchmark landscape is interesting. Its average benchmark score of 11627 places it in the 51st percentile of all GPUs. However, its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, which has an average score of 11680, a delta of -0.5%. This indicates that while the RX 7800 XT is a modern card, its average benchmark score is comparable to much older hardware. This is likely due to the specific nature of the benchmark suite, but in Fivem, the card’s performance is clearly strong, as evidenced by the high framerates at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU’s 96 ROPs and 240 TMUs are well-suited for the game’s rendering pipeline.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers an average of 235 FPS. The Medium preset produces 186 FPS, with a minimum of 158 and a maximum of 214. High settings yield 148 FPS, while Ultra drops to 115 FPS. This shows a clear hierarchy, with each increase in settings costing a noticeable amount of performance.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 155 FPS. Medium averages 122 FPS, with a minimum of 104 and a maximum of 141. High settings produce 98 FPS, and Ultra averages 76 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 79 FPS, which is a substantial range that gives users a lot of control over their experience. The minimum FPS recorded at Medium (104) suggests that the system maintains good frame pacing without severe dips.

At 3840x2160, the data shows more strain. The Low preset averages 86 FPS. Medium averages 68 FPS, with a minimum of 58 and a maximum of 78. High settings drop to 54 FPS, and Ultra averages 42 FPS. The minimum FPS of 58 at Medium is the only data point that stays above the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. These numbers confirm that 4K gaming with this combo requires careful settings management, with Medium being the boundary for smooth gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combos for Fivem, this specific pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT holds a rank of 959 out of 3005 tested combinations. This places it in the top third of all systems tested, which is a solid result. The rank is a composite measure that considers performance across all tested resolutions and settings.

This ranking indicates that the combination is well-balanced, but not at the absolute top of the charts. The CPU’s performance, which places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, is a strong contributor. However, the GPU’s 51st percentile ranking, based on its average benchmark score, acts as a moderating factor. The combo rank of 959 suggests that while the CPU is high-end, the GPU holds the system back from reaching the upper echelons of the ranking, especially in games where the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The data shows that in Fivem, the GPU is indeed the limiting factor at higher resolutions, which aligns with this ranking.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. Its base clock of 3.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz provide strong single-threaded performance, which is crucial for Fivem’s often CPU-heavy multiplayer scenarios. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2085 and multi-core score of 14769 reflect a capable processor. The CPU’s 24 MB of shared L3 cache is also beneficial for game data.

The CPU’s benchmark performance places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a high-performing part. Its average benchmark score of 46062 is nearly identical to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-13900HX, which scores 46098, a delta of -0.1%. This shows that the Ultra 5 235 is performing at a level comparable to a previous-generation high-end laptop CPU. In Fivem, the CPU’s role is to handle the game’s simulation and logic, and the high framerates at 1080p Low (235 FPS) suggest that the CPU is not the bottleneck at lower resolutions.

The 14 threads are a notable characteristic, as the processor does not support Hyper-Threading. This means it relies on its physical cores for all processing. The PassMark multithread score of 37816 indicates strong parallel processing capability. The data implies that the CPU has ample headroom to support the GPU, but it is the GPU that determines the final framerate at higher settings. The CPU’s 65W TDP and 3nm process node, manufactured by TSMC, contribute to its efficiency, allowing it to maintain high clocks without excessive power draw. The data shows that the CPU is a strong partner for this GPU, enabling the system to reach high framerates when the graphical load is low.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 a bottleneck for the RX 7800 XT in Fivem?

A: The data indicates that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves 235 FPS, which suggests the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. However, as resolution and settings increase, the framerate drops, showing that the GPU becomes the limiting factor.

Q: What is the best resolution for a smooth 60 FPS experience with this combo?

A: For a consistent 60 FPS, 1440p with High settings delivers 98 FPS average. At 4K, only the Medium preset maintains an average above 60 FPS, at 68 FPS. The 4K High and Ultra presets fall below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT’s 16 GB of VRAM influence the results?

A: The 16 GB of memory is more than sufficient for Fivem at all tested resolutions. The data shows no signs of memory capacity being a bottleneck. The performance scaling is consistent with compute load, not memory allocation issues.

Q: How does this combo rank against all other tested systems in Fivem?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT ranks 959th out of 3005 tested combos. This places it in the top third of all tested systems.

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

A: At 1440p, the High preset averages 98 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 76 FPS. This is a 22 FPS difference, which is a significant cost for the additional visual quality. Both are playable, but High offers more headroom.

Q: Is the CPU’s single-core performance adequate for Fivem?

A: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2085. The high framerates observed at lower resolutions, such as 235 FPS at 1080p Low, suggest that the single-core performance is sufficient to avoid being a limiting factor in this game.