Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification platform for Grand Theft Auto V, presents a demanding workload that shifts between CPU and GPU limits depending on the resolution and settings. The data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile reveals a configuration that is exceptionally capable, yet one where the optimal gaming experience requires careful attention to the settings menu. The benchmark results show that this combo can deliver a fluid 144 Hz experience at 1440p, but the highest fidelity settings can push the frame rate below the 60 FPS threshold at 4K. This analysis will break down the measured performance data to provide concrete settings recommendations and explain the role each component plays in achieving the best results.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the most balanced experience across all resolutions, providing a significant frame rate boost over High while maintaining a visually acceptable level of detail. For users targeting the highest refresh rates, the Low preset is the clear choice, especially at 1080p and 1440p. The data does not support using the Ultra preset at any resolution if a high frame rate is the priority, as it incurs a substantial performance cost.

At 1920x1080, the Medium preset delivers an average of 173 FPS, which is a 25% improvement over the High preset's 138 FPS. This places the Medium preset comfortably within the range of high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Low preset pushes performance to an exceptional 219 FPS. The Ultra preset, at 107 FPS, is still playable but represents a 38% performance drop compared to Medium, making it a poor trade-off for the marginal visual gains in a fast-paced multiplayer environment.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Medium preset again proves to be the sweet spot, achieving an average of 114 FPS. This is a 25% improvement over High (91 FPS) and a massive 60% improvement over Ultra (71 FPS). The Low preset, at 144 FPS, perfectly matches the refresh rate of standard 144Hz monitors, making it the ideal choice for competitive play where frame rate is king. The data indicates that at 1440p, the Medium preset is the best compromise, offering a high level of detail while maintaining frame rates that are smooth and responsive.

At 3840x2160, the performance landscape changes dramatically. The Medium preset is the only one that consistently stays in a playable range, averaging 63 FPS, with a measured minimum of 54 FPS and maximum of 73 FPS. The High preset drops to an average of 50 FPS, and Ultra falls to 39 FPS, both of which are below the smoothness threshold for many players. The Low preset, at 80 FPS, becomes the most viable option for a high-refresh-rate 4K experience, suggesting that at this resolution, the GPU is heavily taxed and visual settings must be sacrificed to maintain fluidity. Therefore, the recommendation is to use Medium for a balanced 4K experience, or Low if a higher frame rate is desired.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution and settings combination for a high-refresh-rate monitor?

A: The data shows that at 2560x1440 with the Low preset, the combo achieves an average of 144 FPS. This is the only tested configuration that hits this exact high-refresh-rate mark, making it ideal for 144Hz displays. For 1080p, the Low preset reaches 219 FPS, which is suitable for even faster panels.

Q: Can this hardware handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the most balanced choice, averaging 63 FPS. Users seeking higher frame rates at 4K would need to use the Low preset, which averages 80 FPS, but the High and Ultra presets fall below 60 FPS, at 50 and 39 FPS respectively.

Q: How much performance is lost by increasing settings from Low to Ultra?

A: The performance cost is significant. At 1920x1080, the average frame rate drops from 219 FPS on Low to 107 FPS on Ultra, a reduction of 112 FPS. At 2560x1440, the drop is from 144 FPS to 71 FPS, and at 3840x2160, it's from 80 FPS to 39 FPS. This indicates that the Ultra preset demands a substantial performance premium.

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

A: The data suggests the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops significantly when scaling from 1080p to 4K at the same settings. For example, on Medium settings, the average FPS drops from 173 at 1080p to 63 at 4K, a 64% reduction, indicating the GPU is struggling with the increased pixel count.

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate in the measured data is 219 FPS, which was achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low settings preset. This demonstrates the system's capability for extreme performance when visual fidelity is not the primary concern.

Q: How does the Combo's performance rank compared to other tested configurations?

A: This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile ranks at 1413 out of a total of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the top 38% of all tested configurations, indicating a solidly above-average performance level.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture. Its benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15028 and a single-core score of 1743, indicate a strong processor capable of handling the complex simulation and scripting that Fivem is known for. While it is a mobile chip with a 28W TDP, its performance is robust, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs.

In Fivem, which is a multiplayer modification, the CPU is responsible for processing the game world, player interactions, and custom scripts. A capable CPU is crucial for maintaining stable frame rates, especially in populated areas. The processor's high multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Passmark multithread score of 24873, helps ensure that the game logic does not become a bottleneck. However, the measured frame rates show that the game’s performance is heavily influenced by resolution, which is a classic sign of a GPU bottleneck in most scenarios.

The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 219 FPS. The fact that this frame rate is not higher indicates that even a powerful CPU like the Ultra 7 155H has its limits in this game when the GPU is not the primary constraint. The processor's single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 1743, is also a key factor for game logic, and the results suggest it is sufficient to feed the RTX 5070 Ti Mobile at high frame rates, but it is a point of diminishing returns at the highest settings. The CPU is not the limiting factor at 4K, where the frame rates are considerably lower, confirming the GPU's role as the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile ranks 1413 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places the configuration in the top 38% of all systems tested, a solidly above-average result. This ranking reflects the balance between the capable 16-core CPU and the high-end mobile GPU, showing they work well together to deliver a strong gaming experience in this specific title.

The ranking suggests that while this is not the absolute top-tier configuration for Fivem, it outperforms a majority of the systems in the database. The CPU's performance, relative to its rivals, is a key contributor to this rank. For instance, the Intel Core i5-14600T has a similar average score, with a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 is a close 0.1% behind. This shows the Ultra 7 155H is competitively positioned, providing a solid foundation for the GPU.

The GPU also holds its own in the rankings. Its Passmark G3D score of 24004 places it in the 80th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA Quadro GV100 and the AMD Radeon Pro Duo, have similar average scores, with deltas of -0.2% and -1.2% respectively. This indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti Mobile is a high-performing component that, when paired with the Ultra 7 155H, creates a well-matched system capable of a commendable ranking in Fivem. The overall combo rank is a direct result of both components performing near the top of their respective classes.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and expected trend: performance degrades as resolution increases. However, the rate of this degradation provides insight into the system's bottleneck. The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is a strong indicator of GPU limitation, as the CPU workload remains relatively constant while the GPU's workload increases exponentially with pixel count.

At Medium settings, the average frame rate falls from 173 FPS at 1080p to 114 FPS at 1440p, a 34% decrease. Scaling from 1440p to 4K, the frame rate drops further to 63 FPS, a 45% decrease. This non-linear drop is a classic sign of the GPU becoming the limiting factor. The RTX 5070 Ti Mobile, while powerful, cannot maintain the same level of performance as the pixel count quadruples from 1080p to 4K.

This pattern is consistent across all settings. For instance, on High settings, the frame rate goes from 138 FPS at 1080p to 91 FPS at 1440p, and then to 50 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1440p to 4K is a 45% reduction, which is significant. Even on Low settings, where the GPU is less stressed, the frame rate drops from 219 FPS at 1080p to 144 FPS at 1440p, and then to 80 FPS at 4K. This consistent scaling behavior confirms that the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile is the primary performance limiter at higher resolutions, and the CPU is capable of keeping up with the demands of the game at all tested resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured average frame rates provides a detailed picture of the system's performance envelope. At 1920x1080, the system delivers outstanding performance across all presets. The Low preset achieves an average of 219 FPS, Medium hits 173 FPS, High reaches 138 FPS, and Ultra is still very playable at 107 FPS. The Medium preset also shows a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 199 FPS, indicating good frame time consistency.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong. The Low preset averages 144 FPS, making it ideal for 144Hz displays. The Medium preset averages 114 FPS, with a minimum of 97 FPS and a maximum of 131 FPS. The High preset averages 91 FPS, and the Ultra preset drops to 71 FPS. This resolution offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, with the Low and Medium presets being the most viable for smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the system's limits become apparent. The Low preset is the only one that exceeds 60 FPS on average, hitting 80 FPS. The Medium preset averages 63 FPS, with a minimum of 54 FPS and a maximum of 73 FPS, placing it right at the edge of playability. The High preset averages 50 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to an average of 39 FPS. This data clearly shows that for a consistent 60+ FPS experience at 4K, users must stick to the Low or Medium presets, as the higher visual quality presets come with a prohibitive performance cost.