Fivem

Fivem is a demanding multiplayer title, and this specific pairing of an Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with an Intel Arc B390 produces a very particular performance profile. The data shows a configuration that is heavily limited by the integrated graphics solution, resulting in a playable experience only at lower resolutions and settings. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS across resolutions, compares the combo to others in the database, and provides practical settings guidance based strictly on the measured results.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is steep and clearly illustrates where the bottleneck lies. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 88 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops that to 58 FPS, a reduction of 34%. At 4K Low, the average falls to 32 FPS, which is a 64% decrease from the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is consistent with a system where the GPU is the primary limiting factor; as pixel count increases, the render workload outpaces the Arc B390's capabilities.

The High settings preset shows an even more dramatic collapse at higher resolutions. At 1080p High, the average is 56 FPS, which is already borderline for smooth multiplayer play. At 1440p High, the average drops to 37 FPS, and at 4K High, it plummets to 20 FPS. The gap between Low and High settings at the same resolution also widens as resolution increases. At 1080p, the difference between Low and High is 32 FPS (88 vs 56). At 1440p, that difference shrinks to 21 FPS (58 vs 37), and at 4K it narrows to just 12 FPS (32 vs 20). This compression of the settings gap at higher resolutions is a classic sign that the GPU is saturated; it cannot leverage the reduced quality settings to gain back performance because it is already maxed out on pixel throughput.

Looking at the Medium preset, which is the only one with min/max FPS data, the trend continues. At 1080p Medium, the average is 70 FPS with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 80 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 46 FPS with a range of 39 to 53 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average is 25 FPS with a range of 22 to 29 FPS. The frame time consistency, as indicated by the min/max spread, actually remains relatively tight at each resolution, but the overall average is too low for smooth gameplay at 4K. The data suggests that for any resolution above 1080p, the Arc B390's integrated nature becomes a severe handicap, making even the Low preset struggle to maintain playable framerates at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested combinations for Fivem, this pairing sits near the bottom. The combo rank is 2656 out of 3005 tested combos, placing it in the bottom 12% of all configurations in the database. This low ranking is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's performance ceiling. The Arc B390's own benchmark percentile is only 9, meaning it performs better than just 9% of all GPUs tested. Its average benchmark score is 1482, which places it in the company of very old or entry-level discrete graphics chips.

The nearest rivals for the GPU are revealing. The Arc B390 scores 1.3% higher than an NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% higher than a GeForce 800M, 2.5% higher than a GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% higher than a GT 710. These are all legacy or ultra-low-end parts, underscoring that the graphics solution here is not designed for modern gaming at high resolutions. In contrast, the CPU is a much stronger component. The Core Ultra 5 245 has a percentile rank of 90 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 48995. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (0.4% slower), AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (0.5% slower), Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (0.6% faster), and Intel Core i5-14600K (0.8% faster). This indicates the processor is a high-end part, but it is being held back by the integrated GPU.

The massive disparity between the CPU's 90th percentile ranking and the GPU's 9th percentile ranking is the defining characteristic of this combo. The CPU is capable of feeding frames much faster than the GPU can render them. In Fivem, a game that can be CPU-intensive in busy multiplayer areas, this means the CPU will often be waiting on the GPU, leading to the FPS figures seen in the measured data. The combo rank of 2656 is a direct consequence of this imbalance; the system's overall gaming capability is capped by its weakest link, which is unambiguously the Arc B390.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Fivem with this combo?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo achieves consistently playable framerates. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 43 on Ultra to 88 on Low.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this system?

A: The GPU is the clear bottleneck. The Arc B390 has a benchmark percentile of 9, while the Core Ultra 5 245 has a percentile of 90. The drastic FPS drops when increasing resolution from 1080p to 4K confirm that the integrated graphics cannot keep up with the CPU's output.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: No. The measured results at 3840x2160 are poor. The highest average FPS at 4K is 32 on Low settings, with High and Ultra producing averages of 20 and 16 FPS respectively. These are not playable framerates for a multiplayer game.

Q: How does the Arc B390 compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Arc B390's average benchmark score is 1482. It is 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, 1.5% faster than the GeForce 800M, 2.5% faster than the GT 625 OEM, and 2.7% faster than the GT 710.

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

A: At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 58 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 29 FPS. This is a 29 FPS difference, showing a significant performance cost for the highest quality settings.

Q: Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 a high-performance CPU?

A: Yes, the data indicates it is. It has a percentile rank of 90 against all CPUs and performs within 1% of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and Intel Core i5-14600K in average benchmark scores.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following data represents the measured average FPS for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 with Intel Arc B390 in Fivem. All figures are taken directly from the benchmark results.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Ultra: Average FPS is 43.
• High: Average FPS is 56.
• Medium: Average FPS is 70, with a minimum of 59 and a maximum of 80.
• Low: Average FPS is 88.

At 1080p, the scaling between presets is clear. Low delivers 88 FPS, which is 32 FPS higher than High, and 45 FPS higher than Ultra. The Medium preset offers a balanced 70 FPS with a minimum above 60 FPS, suggesting a relatively stable experience.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Ultra: Average FPS is 29.
• High: Average FPS is 37.
• Medium: Average FPS is 46, with a minimum of 39 and a maximum of 53.
• Low: Average FPS is 58.

At 1440p, the average FPS for every preset drops below the 60 FPS mark. Low is the only preset that approaches playability at 58 FPS, while Ultra falls to 29 FPS. The Medium preset's minimum of 39 FPS indicates potential for noticeable stutter in demanding scenes.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Ultra: Average FPS is 16.
• High: Average FPS is 20.
• Medium: Average FPS is 25, with a minimum of 22 and a maximum of 29.
• Low: Average FPS is 32.

At 4K, the combo is not viable for smooth gameplay. Even the Low preset only manages an average of 32 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 16 FPS, is effectively a slideshow. The data shows that the Arc B390 lacks the raw pixel throughput for 4K rendering in this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is found exclusively at 1920x1080. The primary goal for a multiplayer title like Fivem should be maintaining a framerate that is responsive and smooth, which typically means staying above 60 FPS.

For a balanced experience, the Medium preset at 1080p is the best choice. It delivers an average of 70 FPS, and the minimum recorded FPS is 59, which means it will rarely dip below the 60 FPS threshold. This preset offers a significant visual upgrade over Low while still providing a competitive framerate.

If maximum smoothness is the priority, the Low preset at 1080p is the only setting that provides a substantial buffer above 60 FPS, with an average of 88 FPS. This is the recommended preset for players who prioritize frame rate consistency over visual fidelity, especially in fast-paced multiplayer scenarios where every millisecond counts.

The High preset at 1080p is a compromise, with an average of 56 FPS. This is below the 60 FPS target and may feel slightly less responsive. The Ultra preset at 1080p should be avoided, as its 43 FPS average is too low for a smooth competitive experience.

At 1440p and 4K, no settings preset achieves a consistently playable framerate. While the Low preset at 1440p averages 58 FPS, it is on the edge of playability and will likely suffer in busy areas. All other presets at these resolutions produce average FPS below 50, which is not recommended for a multiplayer game. The data strongly suggests that users with this combo should stick to 1080p for any serious gaming session.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. These specifications, combined with its benchmark performance, indicate a very capable CPU. Its percentile rank of 90 and an average benchmark score of 48995 place it in the upper echelon of processors. For instance, it scores 32924 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 4648 in single-core, showing strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities.

In the context of Fivem, a game that often has significant CPU overhead due to its multiplayer nature and server-side scripting, a strong CPU is beneficial. The Core Ultra 5 245's high boost clock and 14 cores should theoretically provide ample headroom for handling game logic, physics, and other player positions. However, the measured FPS data shows that this CPU power is not being fully utilized. The bottleneck is unequivocally the Intel Arc B390.

The Arc B390 is an integrated GPU (IGP) with a 300 MHz base clock and a 2500 MHz boost clock. It has 1536 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs. Its FP32 performance is 7.680 TFLOPS. These are modest figures for modern gaming, especially at high resolutions. The GPU's average benchmark score of 1482 and its low percentile rank of 9 confirm its entry-level status. The CPU can process the game's simulation and prepare frames, but the GPU cannot render them quickly enough. This results in the CPU waiting for the GPU, capping the overall framerate at the levels seen in the measured data. The system's performance is therefore determined by the GPU's limits, not the CPU's potential.