Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is a 20-core, 20-thread mobile processor based on the Arrow Lake-HX architecture, built on a 3 nm process by TSMC. Its base clock is 2.60 GHz with a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, and it features 30 MB of shared L3 cache alongside 3 MB of L2 per core. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40,642 and a single-core score of 5,737, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs tested. Its nearest rivals in average benchmark score are the Intel Core i7-13790F (0.1% ahead), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 (0.5% ahead), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (0.7% behind). For a multiplayer game like Fivem, which often involves many entities and scripting logic, this processor’s high multi-threaded throughput is a significant asset, though the measured frame rates suggest that the integrated GPU becomes the limiting factor in most scenarios.

The AMD Radeon 890M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, featuring 1024 shading units, 64 TMUs, and 32 ROPs. It operates at a base clock of 400 MHz and a boost clock of 2900 MHz, with a pixel rate of 92.80 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 185.6 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is 5.939 TFLOPS, and it supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU’s memory is system-shared, with bandwidth described as system-dependent, and its TDP is rated at 15 W. In the Passmark G3D benchmark, it scores 8,076, which places it in the 45th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon Vega 8 (0.1% behind), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (0.7% behind), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465 (0.9% behind), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 850M (1% behind). While the 890M is a capable integrated solution for light gaming, the data indicates that its performance ceiling is relatively low for a demanding multiplayer title.

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

The Core Ultra 7 265HX provides a robust foundation for Fivem’s CPU-intensive workloads. With 20 cores and 20 threads, it can handle the game’s simulation of a large multiplayer world, where many player positions, vehicle states, and server-side scripts must be processed. The processor’s 5.30 GHz boost clock ensures that single-threaded tasks, such as the main game loop or AI pathfinding, can execute quickly, which is often critical in multiplayer environments where frame times can be inconsistent. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5,737 is strong, and the multi-core score of 40,642 indicates that the CPU will not bottleneck the system when the GPU is under load.

However, the benchmark results for Fivem show a clear pattern: even at 1080p Low settings, the average FPS is 79, which is below what a discrete mid-range GPU would achieve with this processor. This suggests that while the CPU is capable of feeding frames, the integrated Radeon 890M is the primary constraint. The CPU’s 30 MB of L3 cache is also beneficial; it reduces latency when accessing frequently used game data, which can help maintain smoother frame pacing in busy areas of the map. Compared to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13790F, the 265HX is essentially tied in average score (0.1% delta), meaning the CPU is not a differentiator in this combo. The data shows that the processor’s Passmark multi-thread score of 47,985 and its integer math score of 126,954 provide ample headroom for the game’s logic, but the integrated GPU’s limits are reached first.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon 890M is the decisive component in this combo’s Fivem performance. Its system-shared memory means there is no dedicated VRAM pool; instead, it draws from the same DDR5 memory as the CPU, with bandwidth that is system-dependent. This architecture can lead to performance drops when memory bandwidth is saturated, especially at higher resolutions where larger framebuffers are required. The GPU’s boost clock of 2900 MHz is high for an integrated part, allowing it to push a reasonable number of pixels, but the raw compute throughput of 5.939 TFLOPS is modest compared to discrete options.

The benchmark results demonstrate this limitation clearly. At 1080p Low, the GPU produces an average of 79 FPS, which is playable, but at 1080p Ultra, the average drops to 38 FPS. This steep decline is typical of a GPU that is overburdened by higher graphical settings, as the increased shading and texture work outpace the 1024 shading units. The GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 8,076 places it just below the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (0.7% behind), a card from a previous generation, indicating that the 890M is suited for e-sports titles or older games but struggles with the demands of a modern multiplayer game like Fivem when settings are raised. The fact that the GPU’s percentile is 45 vs. the CPU’s 93 highlights the imbalance in this pairing; the CPU is far stronger relative to its peers than the GPU.

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

The measured FPS data shows a dramatic scaling pattern across resolutions, which reveals the GPU-bound nature of this system. Moving from 1080p Low (79 FPS average) to 1440p Low (52 FPS average) results in a 34% drop in performance, and further to 4K Low (29 FPS average) yields a 63% drop from the 1080p baseline. This scaling is much steeper than what would be expected if the CPU were the bottleneck, as resolution increases primarily stress the pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth of the GPU.

At Medium settings, the trend continues: 1080p averages 62 FPS, 1440p averages 41 FPS, and 4K averages 23 FPS. The 1440p Medium result (41 FPS) is only 66% of the 1080p Medium result, indicating that the GPU’s 32 ROPs are struggling to keep up with the increased pixel count. At High settings, the 1080p to 1440p drop is from 50 FPS to 33 FPS (a 34% reduction), and at 4K High, the average falls to 18 FPS. This shows that even at lower graphical presets, the GPU is the limiting factor; the CPU’s performance would allow for much higher frame rates if a discrete GPU were present. The 4K Ultra setting, with an average of 14 FPS, is essentially unplayable, confirming that the 890M is not designed for high-resolution gaming in this title.

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

Given the measured data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution. At 1080p, the Low preset provides the best experience, with an average of 79 FPS. This is the only preset at this resolution that consistently stays above the 60 FPS threshold, which is important for a smooth multiplayer experience. The Medium preset at 1080p averages 62 FPS, which is also playable, and it offers a better visual quality with a modest FPS penalty (a 21% drop from Low). However, the High preset at 1080p drops to 50 FPS, which may introduce noticeable stutter in busy areas of Fivem, especially when many players are on screen. The Ultra preset at 1080p, averaging 38 FPS, is not recommended for competitive play, as the frame rate is too low for responsive aiming.

At 1440p, the only playable option is the Low preset, which averages 52 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p (41 FPS) is borderline, but the frame pacing may suffer, as indicated by the min FPS of 35. The High and Ultra presets at 1440p (33 FPS and 25 FPS, respectively) are not smooth enough for a fast-paced multiplayer environment. At 4K, none of the presets are suitable for serious play; even the Low preset (29 FPS) is below 30 FPS, which is generally considered the minimum for playability. For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, the data suggests using 1080p Low or Medium, with a preference for Low if a consistent 60+ FPS is required.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and the AMD Radeon 890M ranks 2,823 out of 3,005 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the bottom 6% of all configurations in the database, which is a poor showing for a system with such a high-end CPU. The ranking reflects the fact that the integrated GPU severely limits the overall gaming performance, despite the CPU’s strong showing in synthetic benchmarks. The combo’s rank is significantly lower than what the CPU’s 93rd percentile would suggest, underscoring the importance of the GPU in gaming workloads.

Compared to other combos, this pairing is likely outperformed by any system with a discrete GPU, even an older one. For instance, the Radeon 890M’s nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, are discrete cards that, while similar in average benchmark score, would have dedicated VRAM and likely better sustained performance in gaming. The data implies that this combo is best suited for productivity tasks or light gaming at lower resolutions, rather than for a demanding multiplayer title like Fivem. The rank of 2,823 out of 3,005 serves as a cautionary metric for users who prioritize gaming performance, as it clearly indicates that the GPU is the system’s Achilles’ heel.

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

Q: What is the average FPS at 1080p Low settings for this combo?

A: The average FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings is 79, which is the highest measured in the dataset.

Q: How does the CPU’s synthetic benchmark score compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX has an average benchmark score of 63,173, which is 0.1% lower than the Intel Core i7-13790F (63,080) and 0.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (63,331).

Q: Is the 4K Ultra preset playable for this system?

A: No, the 4K Ultra preset yields an average FPS of 14, which is far below the 30 FPS minimum for playability.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile rank compared to all GPUs?

A: The AMD Radeon 890M is in the 45th percentile of all GPUs, indicating it performs better than 45% of tested graphics processors.

Q: What is the highest average FPS achieved at 1440p?

A: The highest average FPS at 2560x1440 is 52, achieved with the Low preset.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX has 20 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz.

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

At 1920x1080, the measured average FPS values are as follows: Low settings produce 79 FPS, Medium settings produce 62 FPS (with a min of 53 and max of 71), High settings produce 50 FPS, and Ultra settings produce 38 FPS. This resolution offers the best performance, with Low being the only preset that comfortably exceeds 60 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS drops across all presets: Low settings yield 52 FPS, Medium settings yield 41 FPS (with a min of 35 and max of 47), High settings yield 33 FPS, and Ultra settings yield 25 FPS. The Medium preset’s minimum of 35 FPS indicates occasional frame drops that could be noticeable in gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the performance is severely constrained: Low settings average 29 FPS, Medium settings average 23 FPS (with a min of 19 and max of 26), High settings average 18 FPS, and Ultra settings average 14 FPS. None of these presets provide a consistently playable experience, as even the Low preset falls below 30 FPS. The data shows a clear inverse relationship between resolution and frame rate, with the GPU’s limited pixel throughput being the primary cause.