Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile delivers a high-performance foundation for Fivem, a multiplayer title that exhibits distinct scaling characteristics across resolutions and settings. The measured data reveals a system capable of exceeding 200 FPS at 1080p on lower presets, yet it also shows the expected performance curve as resolution and graphical fidelity increase. This analysis breaks down the measured frame rates, the roles of the CPU and GPU, and how this specific combination ranks against other tested configurations.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for this combination in Fivem shows a clear and consistent decline as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario at higher pixel counts. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 239 FPS. Moving to 1440p at the same settings reduces this to 157 FPS, a significant drop of 82 FPS. At 4K with Low settings, the average further falls to 87 FPS. This progression indicates that at lower resolutions, the frame rate is high enough that the CPU and other system components play a more significant role, but as the pixel count increases, the workload shifts decisively to the GPU.

The performance delta between resolutions becomes more pronounced as settings are increased. At High settings, the average FPS drops from 151 at 1080p, to 99 at 1440p, and finally to 55 at 4K. This represents a 36.4% decrease from 1080p to 1440p, and a 44.4% decrease from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that the RTX 4080 Mobile, with its 12 GB of VRAM, is the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, particularly at 4K where the average frame rates fall below the 60 FPS threshold on High and Ultra presets.

The scaling from Medium to High settings at each resolution also reveals interesting characteristics. At 1080p, the difference between Medium (189 FPS) and High (151 FPS) is 38 FPS. At 1440p, the difference narrows to 25 FPS (124 vs 99). At 4K, the difference is just 14 FPS (69 vs 55). This narrowing gap suggests that at higher resolutions, the GPU is already saturated, and the incremental cost of moving from Medium to High is relatively smaller in absolute terms, though it still represents a notable percentage drop. The data shows that this combination is well-suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but at 4K, users will need to compromise on settings to maintain high frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its benchmark scores are substantial, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14551 and a single-core score of 1759. The Passmark single-thread score of 3509 further indicates strong per-core performance, which is crucial for gaming workloads that often rely on a few heavily utilized threads.

In the context of Fivem, a game known for its multiplayer environments where numerous entities and scripts can be active, CPU performance is critical for maintaining consistent frame rates, especially at lower resolutions. The data shows that at 1080p Low, the system achieves 239 FPS, which is a very high frame rate that likely approaches the limits of what the CPU can feed to the GPU. The fact that the frame rate drops to 157 FPS at 1440p Low suggests that the GPU is starting to become the bottleneck, but the CPU is still delivering enough throughput to support high frame rates.

The Core Ultra 7 165H's 24 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory support help ensure that data can be fed to the cores efficiently. The processor's position in the benchmark database is solid, with a percentile rank of 84 among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 34083 places it close to rivals like the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H (0.3% slower) and the AMD EPYC 4244P (0.4% faster). While this CPU is not the absolute top-tier for gaming, its performance is more than adequate to avoid being the limiting factor in most scenarios, particularly at 1080p where it enables frame rates well above 150 FPS on High settings.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is a high-end mobile GPU built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process. It features 7424 shading units, 58 RT cores, and 232 tensor cores. The 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. Its clock speeds are listed at a base of 1290 MHz and a boost of 1665 MHz. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 24926 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 159575 indicate strong raw performance.

The GPU's role in Fivem becomes increasingly dominant as resolution and settings increase. At 1080p Low, the GPU is not the primary bottleneck, as evidenced by the very high 239 FPS average. However, as the resolution increases to 4K, the GPU's workload expands significantly. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 43, which is below the playable threshold for many users. This demonstrates that even a powerful mobile GPU like the RTX 4080 Mobile is challenged by the demands of 4K gaming in Fivem at maximum settings.

The 12 GB VRAM capacity is a key factor in the GPU's performance at higher resolutions. While the data does not show VRAM usage, the fact that performance scales down from 55 FPS at 4K High to 43 FPS at 4K Ultra suggests that the memory bandwidth and capacity are being heavily utilized. The GPU's percentile rank among all GPUs is 81, and its average benchmark score of 38135 places it near the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (1.3% slower) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile (0.6% slower). This indicates that while it is a high-performing part, it is not the absolute fastest available, and its performance in Fivem at 4K reflects that, requiring users to select lower presets for smoother gameplay.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the data shows that all settings are viable. The High preset at 1080p averages 151 FPS, which is excellent for a smooth experience. The Medium preset at 189 FPS offers an even higher frame rate for competitive play, though the jump from Medium to High is substantial and likely worth the visual improvement for most players. The Low preset at 239 FPS is excessive for most displays, but it demonstrates the headroom available.

At 1440p, the High preset at 99 FPS is a good balance of visual quality and performance. The Medium preset at 124 FPS is also a strong choice for players who prefer higher refresh rates. The Ultra preset at 77 FPS is still playable, but the drop from High to Ultra represents a 22.2% decrease in performance, which may not be justified by the visual gains. The Low preset at 157 FPS is ideal for those prioritizing maximum frame rates.

For 4K gaming, the data suggests that compromises are necessary. The High preset at 55 FPS is marginal, and the Medium preset at 69 FPS is the most balanced option for a playable experience. The Ultra preset at 43 FPS is generally not recommended for a smooth experience, and the Low preset at 87 FPS is the only option that approaches a high refresh rate. The measured data indicates that for a 60 FPS target at 4K, the Medium preset is the best choice, as it is the only preset with an average FPS above 60.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile has a rank of 1217 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places it in the 67th percentile of all tested combinations, indicating that it is a solid, above-average performer for this game. The rank reflects the balance between the capable CPU and the high-end mobile GPU, which together provide strong performance at 1080p and 1440p.

The rank of 1217 suggests that while this combo is not in the top tier of configurations, it is still well-positioned to handle Fivem's demands. The data shows that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions, and the GPU provides enough power for high settings at 1440p. The combo's performance is limited primarily at 4K, where the mobile GPU's power envelope becomes a constraining factor. This rank confirms the overall balance of the system, as it can deliver high frame rates in most scenarios without being held back by a single component.

FAQ

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p with High settings?

A: The measured average FPS is 151 at 1920x1080 with High settings.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Fivem at 60 FPS?

A: The data shows that at 4K, the Medium preset averages 69 FPS, which is above 60. The High preset averages 55 FPS, which is below 60. Therefore, only Medium settings can achieve a 60 FPS average at 4K.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H has an average benchmark score of 34083, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H's score of 33989.

Q: What is the GPU's Passmark G3D score?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile has a Passmark G3D score of 24926.

Q: What is the difference in average FPS between 1440p and 4K at Low settings?

A: At Low settings, the average FPS at 1440p is 157, and at 4K it is 87. This represents a decrease of 70 FPS when moving to 4K.

Q: What is the highest average FPS recorded for this combo in Fivem?

A: The highest average FPS is 239, which was measured at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The following table presents the exact measured average FPS values for each resolution and settings combination. The data includes minimum and maximum FPS where available, providing a more complete picture of performance stability.

| Resolution | Settings | Avg FPS | Min FPS | Max FPS |

|:--------- |:------- | ------: | ------: | ------: |

| 1920x1080 | Low | 239 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Medium | 189 | 160 | 217 |

| 1920x1080 | High | 151 | - | - |

| 1920x1080 | Ultra | 117 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Low | 157 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Medium | 124 | 106 | 143 |

| 2560x1440 | High | 99 | - | - |

| 2560x1440 | Ultra | 77 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Low | 87 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Medium | 69 | 59 | 79 |

| 3840x2160 | High | 55 | - | - |

| 3840x2160 | Ultra | 43 | - | - |

The data shows a clear hierarchy of performance. The Medium preset is the only one that provides min FPS data, indicating a degree of frame time variance. At 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 160, while the max is 217. At 1440p Medium, the min and max are 106 and 143 respectively. At 4K Medium, the min and max are 59 and 79. This data suggests that the Medium preset is the most stable in terms of frame pacing, while the other presets likely have more variance but still maintain playable averages.