Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H paired with the AMD Radeon 890M is a combination that lands near the bottom of the performance hierarchy for Fivem, ranking 2823rd out of 3005 tested combos. The data reveals a system that is fundamentally limited by its integrated graphics, particularly at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid being the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. The benchmark results indicate that this combo is best suited for 1080p gaming at lower settings, where it can achieve playable frame rates, but it struggles significantly as resolution and graphical demands increase.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and steep performance drop as resolution increases from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 79 FPS at 1080p to 52 FPS at 1440p, and then to 29 FPS at 4K. This represents a 34% decrease from 1080p to 1440p and a 44% further decrease from 1440p to 4K. The pattern is consistent across all settings presets, indicating that the rendering resolution has a dominant impact on performance.

The scaling behavior points directly to the AMD Radeon 890M as the limiting component. The frame rate drops are not linear; they accelerate as resolution increases, which is a classic symptom of a GPU that is running out of pixel processing throughput. The integrated GPU’s 32 ROPs and 1024 shading units are simply not sufficient to handle the increased pixel count at 4K, resulting in average frame rates that fall below 30 FPS even on the Low preset. At 1080p, the GPU is less overwhelmed, allowing the system to reach more acceptable performance levels. The data suggests that the GPU’s fillrate and shading capacity are the primary constraints, as the CPU is likely capable of feeding the GPU with enough data at these lower resolutions.

Comparing the Medium preset across resolutions shows the same trend: 62 FPS at 1080p, 41 FPS at 1440p, and 23 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 1440p is 21 FPS, while the gap between 1440p and 4K is 18 FPS. This near-consistent drop of roughly 20 FPS per resolution step-up underscores that the GPU is the bottleneck across the board. The Ultra preset is the most punishing, with the system dropping to 38 FPS at 1080p, 25 FPS at 1440p, and a barely playable 14 FPS at 4K. These numbers indicate that the Radeon 890M’s performance ceiling is quickly reached, and any increase in resolution or settings has an outsized negative impact on the frame rate.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture. Its boost clock of 5.00 GHz and base clock of 3.80 GHz are competitive for a mobile chip, and its benchmark scores reflect a solid mid-range performer. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14551 and single-core score of 1759 place it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, indicating that it is a capable processor for general and multi-threaded workloads. In the context of Fivem, which is a multiplayer game often sensitive to single-thread performance, the CPU’s 3509 Passmark single-thread score suggests it should not be a major hindrance.

The data shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in this combo, as the frame rates are consistently low even at 1080p Low settings, where CPU load is typically highest relative to GPU load. The fact that the system only achieves 79 FPS at 1080p Low suggests that the GPU is already struggling to keep up, rather than the CPU being unable to process game logic and draw calls. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see more consistent frame rates across different resolutions, as the CPU workload would remain relatively constant. Instead, the frame rates drop significantly with resolution, which is a clear sign of GPU limitation.

The CPU’s 24 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for feeding the integrated GPU, but the system’s overall performance is still capped by the GPU’s compute capabilities. The nearest rivals to this CPU, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H and AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, have similar average scores with a delta of only 0.3% to 0.5%, meaning the CPU’s performance is consistent with its class. In this game, the CPU provides enough headroom to avoid being the main culprit for low frame rates, but it cannot compensate for the GPU’s weaknesses. The combo’s low rank of 2823 out of 3005 suggests that other systems with similar CPUs but more powerful discrete GPUs would perform significantly better.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon 890M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process. It features 1024 shading units, 64 TMUs, and 32 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2900 MHz. The GPU’s theoretical performance is rated at 5.939 TFLOPS for FP32 operations, which is modest for modern gaming. Its benchmark scores reflect this, with a Passmark G3D score of 8076 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 590. The GPU sits in the 45th percentile of all GPUs, placing it below the median performance level.

The Radeon 890M’s nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon Vega 8, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465, with delta percentages of -0.1%, -0.7%, and -0.9% respectively. This indicates that the 890M’s performance is on par with older discrete GPUs like the GTX 960, which is a decade-old card. In Fivem, this level of performance translates to the observed frame rates: the GPU is simply not powerful enough to maintain high frame rates at 1440p or 4K, and even at 1080p, it requires lower settings to achieve smooth gameplay.

The GPU’s memory is "System Shared," meaning it uses the system’s main memory, with bandwidth being "System Dependent." This is a significant limitation, as the GPU must compete with the CPU for memory bandwidth, which can further reduce performance in memory-intensive scenarios. The measured FPS data confirms that the GPU is the dominant bottleneck. For instance, at 1080p High, the system achieves 50 FPS, but at 4K High, it drops to 18 FPS. This 64% reduction in performance from 1080p to 4K is consistent with a GPU that is overwhelmed by the pixel count. The GPU’s 32 ROPs are particularly limiting for fillrate-heavy tasks, which explains the poor performance at high resolutions. The data shows that the Radeon 890M is only capable of providing a playable experience at 1080p with the Low preset, where it hits 79 FPS, or the Medium preset at 62 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

According to the benchmark database, this specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and AMD Radeon 890M ranks 2823rd out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the bottom 6% of all tested systems, indicating that it is a very low-performing configuration for this game. The rank reflects the GPU’s limitations, as the CPU is a relatively strong component. The combo’s performance is likely dragged down by the integrated GPU, which cannot provide the necessary graphical horsepower for a demanding multiplayer title like Fivem.

The rank also suggests that there are thousands of other combinations that perform better, including those with mid-range discrete GPUs or even older high-end integrated solutions. The data shows that the combo is at a significant disadvantage compared to systems with dedicated graphics cards, as the Radeon 890M’s performance is comparable to entry-level discrete GPUs from several generations ago. The 45th percentile GPU ranking, combined with the 84th percentile CPU ranking, creates a large imbalance where the GPU is the clear weak link. This imbalance means that even though the CPU is capable, the overall system performance is heavily constrained. The combo’s rank of 2823 out of 3005 is a clear verdict: this is not a configuration intended for high-fidelity or high-resolution Fivem gameplay, and users would need to make significant compromises in settings and resolution to achieve acceptable frame rates.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a detailed picture of the combo’s capabilities across different settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system achieves its best performance. The Low preset yields an average of 79 FPS, which is the highest recorded for this combo. The Medium preset averages 62 FPS, with a minimum of 53 FPS and a maximum of 71 FPS, indicating a reasonably stable experience. The High preset drops to 50 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 38 FPS. These numbers show that at 1080p, the system can handle the game at Low to Medium settings, but High and Ultra presets start to suffer.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops noticeably. The Low preset averages 52 FPS, which is a 34% reduction from 1080p Low. The Medium preset averages 41 FPS, with a minimum of 35 FPS and a maximum of 47 FPS. The High preset averages 33 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 25 FPS. None of these frame rates are ideal for a smooth multiplayer experience, and even the Low preset may feel choppy in intense scenes. At 3840x2160, the performance is largely unplayable. The Low preset averages 29 FPS, the Medium preset averages 23 FPS, the High preset averages 18 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 14 FPS. These frame rates are below the threshold for smooth gameplay, and the system would feel sluggish and unresponsive.

The data shows a consistent pattern: each increase in resolution or settings tier results in a significant FPS penalty. The best-case scenario for this combo is 1080p Low at 79 FPS, while the worst-case is 4K Ultra at 14 FPS. The Medium preset at 1080p provides a more balanced experience with 62 FPS, which is likely the most acceptable for gameplay, as it offers a compromise between visual quality and smoothness. The min and max FPS data for the Medium preset at 1080p (53-71 FPS) and 1440p (35-47 FPS) show that the frame rate can fluctuate, which is common in multiplayer games with dynamic environments.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo are clear. The Low preset at 1920x1080 provides the highest average frame rate of 79 FPS, which is the only configuration that consistently exceeds the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. This should be the default choice for users who prioritize performance over visual fidelity. However, for a slightly better visual experience without a major performance hit, the Medium preset at 1080p is a viable alternative, delivering an average of 62 FPS with a minimum of 53 FPS. This preset offers a good balance, as the frame rate is still playable and the visual quality is noticeably better than Low.

At 1440p, the Low preset is the only viable option, averaging 52 FPS, but this is still below the ideal 60 FPS target and may result in occasional stuttering. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 41 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for fast-paced multiplayer action. For users with a 4K display, the data shows that no settings preset is recommended, as even the Low preset only achieves 29 FPS, which is far too low for smooth gameplay. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution, as it yields sub-30 FPS even at 1080p, making the game feel unresponsive.

The data indicates that the best experience with this combo is achieved by sticking to 1080p and using the Low or Medium presets. The Low preset at 1080p is the safest choice for consistent performance, while the Medium preset offers a better visual experience for users who can tolerate slightly lower frame rates. Given the GPU’s limitations, users should avoid high-resolution displays or be prepared to play at the lowest settings. The Medium preset at 1440p is borderline playable, but the frame rate variance suggests it may not be stable enough for competitive play. In summary, the recommended configuration is 1080p with the Low preset for maximum smoothness, or 1080p with the Medium preset for a better balance of quality and performance.