Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a solid, if not spectacular, Fivem experience across the board. The data reveals a clear pattern: this combo is best suited for high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming, with playable but demanding results at higher resolutions. The measured frames per second strongly suggest that prioritizing frame rate over visual fidelity yields the best return for this specific hardware pairing.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data indicates that the Low preset is the only setting tier that consistently unlocks the full potential of this combo, particularly at 1440p and 4K. At 1920x1080, the Low preset hits an average of 163 FPS, which is the highest score recorded for this combination. This is the only preset/resolution combo that approaches the 144Hz+ territory that competitive Fivem players often target. While the drop to 163 FPS from the Medium preset's 129 FPS represents a 26% increase in performance, the visual cost is significant; however, for a multiplayer title where clarity of motion often trumps static detail, this is a worthwhile trade.

For a balanced experience, the Medium preset is the sweet spot. At 1920x1080, it delivers an average of 129 FPS with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 148 FPS. The minimum frame rate being over 100 FPS is crucial for maintaining smoothness during chaotic scenes. At 2560x1440, Medium still provides a very playable 85 FPS average, making it the only preset other than Low that keeps 1440p above the 60 FPS threshold. The jump from Medium to High at 1440p is a steep 20% performance loss (from 85 to 68 FPS), which is a high price to pay for the visual upgrade.

The High preset is a viable option only at 1080p, where it averages 103 FPS. While this is playable, it is a 20% reduction from the Medium preset at the same resolution. At 2560x1440, High drops to 68 FPS, which is starting to feel the strain, and at 4K it falls to a sub-60 FPS average of 38 FPS. The Ultra preset is effectively a showcase mode for this hardware. It only manages an average of 80 FPS at 1080p, dropping to 53 FPS at 1440p, and a stutter-prone 29 FPS at 4K. The data clearly shows that Ultra settings are not a practical choice for sustained gameplay with this combo.

In summary, the recommendation hierarchy is clear. For competitive play or maximum smoothness, use Low at 1080p or 1440p. For the best balance of visual quality and performance, use Medium at 1080p or 1440p. Avoid High at 4K and Ultra at any resolution above 1080p if you require a consistent 60 FPS.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is the primary bottleneck in this pairing, and its 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus is the defining characteristic of its performance. The measured frame rates show a consistent and predictable drop as resolution increases, which is a classic sign of a GPU that is limited by its memory bandwidth and capacity. The 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but the 4K results (38 FPS on High, 29 FPS on Ultra) suggest that the memory subsystem is overwhelmed by the data required at that resolution.

The GPU's clock speeds, with a base of 2280 MHz and a boost of 2497 MHz, are respectable, but they don't compensate for the memory limitations. The benchmark results show the GPU performing in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 26331. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon 860M and the NVIDIA GeForce MX550, which have average scores within 0.3% of the RTX 5060. This is a surprising grouping, as the RTX 5060 is a dedicated discrete GPU while the 860M is an integrated solution, yet the data places them in the same performance tier for this specific workload.

The RTX 5060's 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is not the limiting factor in Fivem, as the game is not particularly compute-heavy. Instead, the data points to the 8 GB VRAM as the critical constraint. The significant frame rate drops at 4K, where the average FPS falls by nearly half from 1440p on the same settings (e.g., 68 to 38 FPS on High), indicate that the GPU is running out of memory and potentially resorting to slower memory paging. This is a classic symptom of a card with a smaller memory pool being asked to handle textures and geometry for a 4K framebuffer. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, the RTX 5060 performs admirably, but for 4K, its 8 GB capacity is a hard ceiling.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Fivem at 4K resolution?

A: Technically, yes, but not at a consistently playable frame rate. The measured data shows an average of 60 FPS on Low settings at 3840x2160. However, on Medium settings, the average drops to 47 FPS, and on High, it falls to 38 FPS. Ultra settings yield an average of only 29 FPS. For a smooth experience, 4K is not recommended unless you are willing to stick to Low settings.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combination?

A: The data clearly indicates that 1920x1080 is the optimal resolution. At 1080p, all presets from Low to High deliver average frame rates above 100 FPS. Even the Ultra preset maintains an 80 FPS average. While 2560x1440 is playable on Medium (85 FPS) and Low (108 FPS), the frame rates are significantly higher at 1080p, making it the best choice for maximizing performance.

Q: How much faster is the Low preset compared to Ultra at 1440p?

A: The performance difference is substantial. The measured average FPS at 2560x1440 on Low is 108 FPS, while on Ultra it is 53 FPS. This represents a 103% increase in average frame rate when using the Low preset, which can be critical for competitive gameplay.

Q: Is the RTX 5060's 8 GB of VRAM enough for Fivem?

A: Based on the measured results, 8 GB is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gameplay across all presets. However, the performance collapse at 4K (dropping from 60 FPS on Low to 47 FPS on Medium) suggests that the VRAM capacity is a limiting factor at that resolution, as the card struggles to maintain frame rates even with moderate settings.

Q: What is the minimum FPS I can expect at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows a minimum FPS of 109 for the 1920x1080 Medium preset, with an average of 129 FPS and a maximum of 148 FPS. This indicates that the frame rate remains well above 100 FPS even in demanding scenes, providing a smooth experience.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all other tested combinations in Fivem?

A: This specific configuration ranks 1969th out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the lower half of the database, suggesting that while it is capable, there are many other hardware pairings that achieve higher frame rates in this specific game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured performance data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with the RTX 5060 is comprehensive, covering three resolutions and four settings presets.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the results are as follows:

• Low: 60 FPS average.
• Medium: 47 FPS average, with a minimum of 40 FPS and a maximum of 54 FPS.
• High: 38 FPS average.
• Ultra: 29 FPS average.

The 4K data shows that the Low preset is the only one that achieves a 60 FPS average. The step from Low to Medium is a 22% performance hit, and the step from Medium to High is a further 19% hit. These large incremental losses highlight the GPU's struggle to maintain performance at this high resolution.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the results are significantly better:

• Low: 108 FPS average.
• Medium: 85 FPS average, with a minimum of 72 FPS and a maximum of 98 FPS.
• High: 68 FPS average.
• Ultra: 53 FPS average.

At 1440p, the Low preset provides a high-refresh-rate experience. The Medium preset still delivers a very smooth 85 FPS average, and its minimum of 72 FPS indicates good frame pacing. The High preset, at 68 FPS, is still playable, but the Ultra preset falls below the 60 FPS target.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo performs at its best:

• Low: 163 FPS average.
• Medium: 129 FPS average, with a minimum of 109 FPS and a maximum of 148 FPS.
• High: 103 FPS average.
• Ultra: 80 FPS average.

The 1080p data is the most compelling. Every single preset, including Ultra, achieves an average frame rate above 60 FPS. The Low preset's 163 FPS average is exceptional for high-refresh-rate monitors. The Medium preset's 129 FPS average with a 109 FPS minimum makes it an excellent choice for a balance of visuals and speed.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand database of tested configurations for Fivem, this pairing of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 holds a rank of 1969 out of 3005 combos. This puts it in the 34th percentile of all tested systems, meaning about two-thirds of the hardware combinations tested for this game perform better. This ranking is a stark reminder that while this is a competent modern setup, the specific demands of Fivem, which can be heavily influenced by server-side scripting and player count, are better handled by higher-tier hardware.

The specific rank suggests that the RTX 5060, despite its modern architecture, does not translate into top-tier performance in this particular multiplayer title. The measured FPS data supports this, as the card's performance is more aligned with its nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark database, such as the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550, rather than with more powerful desktop GPUs. The ranking indicates that users should have realistic expectations: this is a mid-pack performer, capable of high frame rates at 1080p, but it will not be at the top of any leaderboards for raw FPS in Fivem.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its substantial core count and high boost clock are more than sufficient to keep up with the RTX 5060 in Fivem, as the measured data shows the GPU becoming the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The CPU's performance, as measured by its 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, is a clear strength of this combo.

In CPU-bound scenarios, such as those that might occur at 1080p with Low settings, the Ultra 7 155H's 22 threads help maintain high frame rates. The measured 163 FPS at 1080p Low suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck, as it is able to feed the GPU enough data to achieve this high score. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15028 and single-core score of 1743 indicate strong processing power. Its nearest CPU rivals, the Intel Core i5-14600T and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, have average benchmark scores that are nearly identical (within 0.1%), which puts the Ultra 7 155H in good company.

The 24 MB of shared L3 cache is a significant asset for gaming, as it helps reduce latency when accessing frequently used data. The processor's 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth is adequate for a mobile platform, and it does not appear to be a limiting factor in the measured results. The data consistently shows that the GPU is the primary performance limiter, especially at 1440p and 4K. This is a healthy dynamic, as it means the CPU has ample headroom to handle game logic and physics without dropping frames, ensuring a stable experience even in complex multiplayer scenarios. The processor is not the star of the show, but it provides a rock-solid foundation for the GPU to perform.