Fivem

Fivem with an Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers a performance profile that is heavily dictated by resolution and settings, with the data showing a clear shift from a CPU-limited scenario at 1080p to a GPU-bound one at 4K. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245, with its 14 cores and 14 threads, boosts up to 5.10 GHz, and its benchmark results place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The RTX 5080, featuring 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, sits in the 87th percentile for GPUs. Together, this combo ranks 155th out of 3005 tested combinations, placing it in the top 5% of all pairings in this database.

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

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It operates with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, providing a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory. The processor also integrates Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units, though Fivem benchmarks rely on the discrete GPU.

The data shows that this CPU is a strong performer in synthetic benchmarks. In Cinebench R23, it scores 32924 points in multi-core and 4648 points in single-core tests. Its Passmark multithread score is 38706, with a single-thread score of 4394. These figures contribute to an average benchmark score of 48995, which places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Compared to its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 245 is essentially on par with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (which scores 49196, a delta of -0.4%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (49228, delta -0.5%). It edges out the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (48698, delta +0.6%) and the Intel Core i5-14600K (48618, delta +0.8%).

For Fivem, a multiplayer game that often relies on single-threaded performance for game logic and physics, the 5.10 GHz boost clock is critical. The high single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4648 indicates that this CPU can handle the primary game thread effectively, which is evident in the 1080p results where the frame rates are exceptionally high. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 345 FPS, which is likely limited by the CPU's ability to feed the GPU, not the GPU's rendering power. The 14 threads also provide ample capacity for background tasks, voice chat, and other multiplayer overhead without introducing stutter. The L3 cache of 24 MB is shared across all cores, which helps with data locality in a game that manages many networked entities.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the database show that it is not a class leader, but it matches the performance of the Ryzen 9 7900 and the Core i5-14600K within a 1% margin. This suggests that in Fivem, where frame rates at 1080p are already above 300 FPS on Low, the CPU is not a bottleneck that holds back the RTX 5080. However, the data also indicates that for users seeking maximum 1080p performance, the Core Ultra 5 245 is sufficient to push the GPU to its limits, as the Low preset at 1080p yields 345 FPS, which is higher than any other resolution or setting combination in the dataset.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the best resolution to use with this combo for the highest frame rate?

A: The data shows that 1920x1080 with Low settings produces the highest average FPS at 345. This is significantly higher than the next best, which is 2560x1440 on Low at 227 FPS, and 3840x2160 on Low at 126 FPS.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14600K?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48995, which is 0.8% higher than the Core i5-14600K's score of 48618. This places it slightly ahead in overall CPU benchmarks, though the difference is marginal.

Q: Is the RTX 5080 a top-tier GPU in this database?

A: The RTX 5080 has a percentile rank of 87 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 56083. However, it is challenged by the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which scores 57367, putting the RTX 5080 2.2% behind that rival.

Q: What is the frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with High settings, the average FPS is 218. At 3840x2160 with High settings, the average FPS drops to 80. This represents a 63% reduction in frame rate when moving from 1080p to 4K.

Q: Does the CPU's single-thread performance matter for Fivem?

A: Yes, the Cinebench R23 single-core score is 4648, which is high. This is reflected in the 1080p Low result of 345 FPS, where the game's main thread is likely the limiter, showing that the CPU's 5.10 GHz boost clock is effective for this workload.

Q: How does the combo rank compared to all other tested combinations?

A: The combo ranks 155th out of 3005 total combos, which places it in the top 5% of all tested pairings. This is a strong overall ranking, indicating that the combination of this CPU and GPU is well-balanced for high-performance gaming.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern across resolutions. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 345 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 on Low, the frame rate drops to 227 FPS, a 34% reduction. At 3840x2160 on Low, the average FPS is 126, which is a further 45% drop from 1440p. This steep decline as resolution increases indicates that the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher pixel counts, while the CPU's performance headroom is exhausted at 1080p.

Looking at the High settings preset, the trend is similar but with lower absolute numbers. At 1080p High, the average is 218 FPS. At 1440p High, it falls to 143 FPS, a 34% drop. At 4K High, it reaches 80 FPS, a 44% drop from 1440p. The consistent percentage drops across settings suggest that the scaling is primarily driven by the GPU's pixel throughput, not by CPU limitations. The RTX 5080's memory bandwidth of 960.0 GB/s and its FP32 performance of 56.28 TFLOPS are being taxed more heavily as resolution increases.

The data at 4K Ultra is particularly telling. The average FPS drops to 62, which is the lowest in the dataset. This is a 51% drop from 4K High's 80 FPS, showing that the Ultra preset imposes a significant additional load on the GPU. In contrast, the CPU's role diminishes at 4K, as the frame rates are lower and the game logic does not scale with resolution. The 14-core CPU is more than capable of handling Fivem's simulation at any resolution, but the GPU is the bottleneck at 1440p and above. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance is the limiting factor, as evidenced by the 345 FPS ceiling on Low settings, which is below what the GPU could theoretically render if the CPU were faster.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combo of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 155th out of 3005 tested combinations in Fivem. This top 5% placement indicates that this pairing is among the most capable systems for this game. The CPU's 90th percentile rank and the GPU's 87th percentile rank both contribute to this high overall position. For context, the CPU's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900, both of which have average scores within 0.5% of the Core Ultra 5 245. The GPU's nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which is 2.2% faster in average benchmark score, and the AMD Radeon 8060S, which is 0.6% slower.

The rank of 155 out of 3005 suggests that there are 154 other combos that achieve higher average FPS in Fivem, likely featuring more powerful CPUs or GPUs. However, the fact that this combo sits in the top 5% means it is a high-end solution. The data shows that the CPU is not a weak link, as its benchmark scores are competitive with the Ryzen 9 7900. The GPU, while not the absolute fastest, is still in the 87th percentile. The combination's strength is in its balance: the CPU can drive high frame rates at 1080p, and the GPU can handle 4K at playable frame rates, as seen in the 80 FPS average on High settings. This balance is reflected in the overall rank, which is better than the individual percentile ranks of either component, suggesting that they complement each other well in Fivem's workload.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates. With Low settings, the average FPS is 345. Medium settings yield an average of 272 FPS, with a minimum of 232 FPS and a maximum of 313 FPS. High settings produce an average of 218 FPS. Ultra settings reduce the average to 169 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a 51% drop in frame rate, from 345 FPS to 169 FPS, which is a substantial cost for the visual fidelity offered by the Ultra preset.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates remain high but show a clear step down. Low settings average 227 FPS. Medium settings average 179 FPS, with a minimum of 152 FPS and a maximum of 206 FPS. High settings average 143 FPS. Ultra settings drop to an average of 111 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 51%, similar to the percentage drop seen at 1080p, indicating that the settings scaling is consistent across resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the frame rates become more moderate. Low settings average 126 FPS. Medium settings average 99 FPS, with a minimum of 85 FPS and a maximum of 114 FPS. High settings average 80 FPS. Ultra settings average 62 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 4K is 51%, which is the same percentage as at other resolutions. However, the absolute numbers are much lower, and the 62 FPS average at 4K Ultra is the only result in the dataset that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that this setting may not be ideal for smooth gameplay on this combo.

The data shows that the Medium settings at each resolution provide a balanced result in terms of frame times. At 1080p Medium, the minimum FPS is 232, which is well above any refresh rate commonly used. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 152 FPS, and at 4K Medium, the minimum is 85 FPS. These minimums are important for multiplayer games where frame drops can be disruptive.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium settings preset offers the best experience for most users, as it provides a significant improvement over Low settings while maintaining frame rates that are substantially higher than High or Ultra. At 1920x1080, Medium settings yield 272 FPS average, which is 125 FPS higher than High settings and 103 FPS higher than Ultra. The minimum FPS of 232 at 1080p Medium is still higher than the average FPS of 218 at 1080p High, meaning that even the worst-case frame time is better than the typical frame time on High.

At 2560x1440, Medium settings produce an average of 179 FPS, with a minimum of 152 FPS. This is a 25% improvement over the High average of 143 FPS and a 61% improvement over the Ultra average of 111 FPS. The minimum of 152 FPS ensures that the gameplay remains smooth even in demanding scenes. For users with 144Hz monitors, 1440p Medium is an excellent choice, as it keeps the frame rate above the refresh rate most of the time.

At 3840x2160, Medium settings average 99 FPS, with a minimum of 85 FPS. This is the only preset at 4K that stays above 85 FPS at all times, making it the best option for 4K gaming. High settings at 4K average 80 FPS, which is playable but leaves less headroom for frame drops. Ultra settings at 4K average 62 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for some users and not recommended for competitive play.

For users prioritizing maximum frame rates, Low settings are the clear choice, especially at 1080p where 345 FPS is achievable. However, the visual quality difference between Low and Medium is often significant in modern games, and the frame rate gain from Medium to Low is not always worth the loss in visual fidelity. The data suggests that Medium is the sweet spot for this combo, offering a balanced experience across all resolutions. At 1080p, Medium's 272 FPS is more than enough for any high-refresh-rate display. At 1440p, Medium's 179 FPS is ideal for 165Hz monitors. At 4K, Medium's 99 FPS is suitable for 120Hz displays, though users with 144Hz 4K monitors may need to accept the 80 FPS average of High settings.