Fivem

Fivem, a multiplayer modification platform built on Grand Theft Auto V, presents a unique performance profile for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combination. The measured data reveals a system that scales predictably across resolutions and presets, with a notable shift in bottleneck behavior as pixel count increases. This analysis examines the raw FPS figures, contextualizes them within the component's synthetic benchmarks, and provides a practical breakdown for users of this specific hardware pairing.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS deltas between 1080p, 1440p, and 4K clearly illustrate the transition from a CPU-bound scenario at lower resolutions to a GPU-bound one at higher settings. At the Low preset, the average frame rate drops from 168 FPS at 1920x1080 to 111 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 33.9%. Moving further to 3840x2160, the average falls to 61 FPS, which is a 45.0% drop from the 1080p result. This steep decline at Low settings indicates that the GPU is becoming the primary limiting factor even when graphical demands are modest, though the absolute numbers remain high.

The scaling pattern changes when examining the Ultra preset. At 1080p Ultra, the system produces 82 FPS, which drops to 54 FPS at 1440p (a 34.1% decrease) and then to 30 FPS at 4K (a 44.4% decrease from 1440p). The percentage losses are similar across presets, but the absolute headroom at 1080p suggests the processor is capable of feeding the GPU adequately at lower resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the 30 FPS average is a hard constraint imposed by the graphics card, as the workload becomes intensely pixel-bound. The data indicates that the RTX 4060, with its 8 GB memory and 272.0 GB/s bandwidth, is the decisive factor in the higher-resolution results.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 63173, placing it at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. It is statistically tied with the Intel Core i7-13790F, which scores 63080 with a delta of 0.1%. It also sits close to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (63331, -0.2%) and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 (62839, 0.5%).

Q: What is the performance difference between the RTX 4060 and its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The RTX 4060 has an average benchmark score of 17639, placing it in the 61st percentile. It is essentially matched by the AMD Radeon HD 7790 (17666, -0.2%) and the AMD Radeon 780M (17588, 0.3%). The AMD Radeon Pro 560 (17551, 0.5%) and Pro 460 (17509, 0.7%) are also within a single percentage point.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1440p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 87 FPS at 2560x1440 with Medium settings. The minimum recorded FPS is 74, and the maximum is 100, indicating a playable and relatively stable range for this configuration.

Q: Is the system capable of 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Yes, but with significant compromises. At 3840x2160, the Low preset achieves 61 FPS, and Medium drops to 48 FPS. High settings yield 39 FPS, and Ultra falls to 30 FPS. The results suggest 4K is viable only at lower presets for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested configurations?

A: The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 ranks 1802 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the middle of the pack.

Q: What is the performance spread between the Low and Ultra presets at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 168 FPS, while the Ultra preset delivers 82 FPS. This represents a 51.2% reduction in average frame rate when moving from the lowest to the highest graphical fidelity.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture with a 5 nm process and features 3072 shading units. Its memory configuration of 8 GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 272.0 GB/s, which directly influences the texture streaming and asset loading demands common in Fivem's multiplayer environments. The boost clock of 2460 MHz allows the card to reach a peak FP32 performance of 15.11 TFLOPS, a figure that is reflected in its measured passmark G3D score of 19545.

The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 168 FPS, a figure that is likely constrained by the CPU's ability to process the game's simulation logic. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 30 FPS, a value that aligns with the GPU's raw fill rate limitations. The pixel rate of 118.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 236.2 GTexel/s are the hardware limits that dictate performance in these pixel-heavy scenarios. The data suggests that while the RTX 4060 is a capable 1080p and 1440p card, its 128-bit memory bus and 8 GB capacity become bottlenecks at 4K, particularly with higher detail settings that increase memory pressure.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of the system's capabilities across three resolutions and four settings presets. Starting at 1920x1080, the Low preset yields an average of 168 FPS, which is the highest value in the entire dataset. Medium settings reduce this to 133 FPS, with a recorded minimum of 113 FPS and a maximum of 153 FPS. High settings produce an average of 106 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 82 FPS. These figures indicate that the system has ample headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, even with moderate graphical enhancements.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down proportionally. The Low preset maintains a high average of 111 FPS, while Medium delivers 87 FPS (minimum 74 FPS, maximum 100 FPS). High settings average 70 FPS, and Ultra settings average 54 FPS. The 1440p results show that the system remains capable of smooth gameplay, though the Ultra preset approaches the threshold where frame pacing may become noticeable on 60 Hz displays.

The 3840x2160 results highlight the GPU's limitations. Low settings average 61 FPS, providing a playable experience. Medium settings drop to 48 FPS, with a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 56 FPS. High settings average 39 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 30 FPS. The data shows a clear linear degradation from 1440p to 4K, with the Ultra preset at 4K producing exactly half the frame rate of the 1080p Ultra result. This consistency suggests that the rendering pipeline is scaling predictably with pixel count, but the absolute performance at 4K is marginal for competitive or fast-paced gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 holds a rank of 1802 out of 3005 tested combinations in Fivem. This places the pairing in the 60th percentile of all systems tested, indicating that it outperforms a majority of configurations but does not reach the top tier. The CPU's strong synthetic performance, evidenced by its 93rd percentile ranking and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40642, does not translate into a top-tier gaming result in this title.

The rank suggests that while the processor is exceptionally capable for productivity workloads, the gaming experience is ultimately moderated by the GPU's mid-range standing. The RTX 4060's 61st percentile ranking among all GPUs is a closer match to the combo's overall position. This data implies that users with this pairing are getting a balanced system, but one where the GPU is the limiting factor in Fivem's specific rendering environment. The delta between the CPU's high percentile and the GPU's mid-tier percentile explains why the combo does not rank higher, as the gaming workload leans heavily on the graphics card's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured frame rates, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For users with 1080p displays, the High preset at 106 FPS offers a strong balance between visual quality and performance, comfortably exceeding 60 FPS and approaching the 120+ FPS territory for smoother motion. For those with high-refresh-rate monitors, the Low preset at 168 FPS or the Medium preset at 133 FPS are viable options, though the visual fidelity loss may be noticeable.

At 1440p, the Medium preset at 87 FPS is the recommended choice for most users, as it provides a smooth experience above 60 FPS with good visual quality. The High preset at 70 FPS is also acceptable, but the Ultra preset at 54 FPS may exhibit occasional stutters on 60 Hz displays. For 4K users, the Low preset at 61 FPS is the only setting that consistently delivers above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 48 FPS is playable but not ideal for fast-paced action, while the High and Ultra presets at 39 FPS and 30 FPS respectively are best reserved for screenshot purposes or non-competitive play.

The data suggests that the system is best utilized at 1080p or 1440p, where it can maintain high frame rates without significant compromises. The 4K results indicate that the RTX 4060 is not well-suited for this resolution in Fivem, and users seeking 4K performance should consider lowering settings or reducing the resolution scale.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is a 20-core, 20-thread processor based on the Arrow Lake-HX architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. It features a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, with a 30 MB shared L3 cache. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 40642 and single-core score of 5737 demonstrate substantial computational power, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The PassMark multi-thread score of 47985 and single-thread score of 4500 further confirm its high-end status.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is most evident at lower resolutions and settings. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 168 FPS, a figure that is unlikely to be solely GPU-limited given the modest graphical demands. This suggests that the 265HX is capable of feeding the RTX 4060 effectively, but the gap between the processor's high percentile rank and the overall combo rank indicates that the game's engine does not fully utilize the CPU's potential. The 20 cores are likely underutilized in this multiplayer scenario, which often relies on single-threaded performance for game logic and physics.

The boost clock of 5.30 GHz is critical for maintaining high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, and the data shows that the processor holds up well at 1080p. However, as resolution increases, the CPU's influence wanes, and the GPU becomes the dominant factor. The measured FPS at 4K, ranging from 30 to 61 FPS depending on the preset, aligns closely with the GPU's expected performance, confirming that the processor is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions. The memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s and dual-channel DDR5 support also contribute to the system's overall responsiveness, though these factors are secondary to the raw clock speed in gaming workloads.