Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT combination delivers a broad range of frame rates in Fivem, scaling from highly playable at 4K Ultra to exceptionally fast at 1080p Low. The data shows this pairing occupies a specific mid-tier position among tested combos, with the GPU's performance ceiling and the CPU's multi-threaded capability defining the experience across different resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall ranking of this CPU and GPU combo among all tested systems in Fivem?

A: This combination ranks 1235 out of 3707 tested combos, placing it in the upper third of all configurations tested for this game.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K compare to its nearest rival CPUs in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Ultra 7 265K scores 70879 in average benchmark performance, placing it 0.2% behind the Intel Xeon 6511P and 1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-14700KF. It also leads the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F by 1.3% in average score.

Q: What is the VRAM capacity of the RX 7800 XT, and how does it relate to the game's demands?

A: The RX 7800 XT carries 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 624.1 GB/s of bandwidth. This generous VRAM allocation helps maintain smooth performance at higher resolutions and quality presets in Fivem.

Q: What is the best frame rate achieved by this combo, and at what settings?

A: The highest average frame rate is 235 FPS, recorded at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Does this combination maintain a consistent frame rate at 4K Ultra settings?

A: No, at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 42, which is below the typical 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The minimum FPS for this configuration was not recorded, but the average indicates a demanding workload.

Q: How does the RX 7800 XT compare to its nearest GPU rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RX 7800 XT scores 11627 in average benchmark performance, placing it 0.5% behind the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M. It also trails the AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT by 1.8%.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT holds a rank of 1235 out of 3707 tested combos in Fivem. This places the configuration in the 66th percentile of all systems tested, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of the tested combinations. The ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component is severely mismatched for the game's workload, though the GPU's synthetic benchmark percentile of 51 (placing it in the 51st percentile of all GPUs) suggests the graphics card is the more average component in this pairing. The CPU, by contrast, sits in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, indicating a strong processor that is not fully taxed in many gaming scenarios. This combo rank of 1235 out of 3707 suggests that for Fivem specifically, the system delivers a solid mid-range experience, capable of handling most settings but not competing with top-tier configurations.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with the Navi 32 chip, operates with a boost clock of 2430 MHz and a game clock of 2124 MHz. Its memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus, offering a bandwidth of 624.1 GB/s. The 3840 shading units and 96 ROPs provide the raw compute capability for rendering Fivem's scenes. The GPU's synthetic benchmark percentile of 51 against all GPUs indicates it is a median performer in the broader market. In Fivem, the GPU's role becomes increasingly critical at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS of 42 suggests the GPU is heavily loaded, while at 1080p Low, the 235 FPS average indicates the GPU is not the primary bottleneck. The 16 GB VRAM buffer is sufficient for the game's textures at all tested settings, as no VRAM-related performance degradation is evident in the measured data. The RX 7800 XT's performance in synthetic tests like 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 (4157) and Geekbench Vulkan (54228) provides context for its gaming capability, though these numbers do not directly translate to Fivem's specific engine demands.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combination delivers its highest performance. With Low settings, the average FPS reaches 235. Medium settings yield 186 FPS, with a minimum of 158 FPS and a maximum of 214 FPS. High settings produce 148 FPS average, while Ultra settings drop to 115 FPS. All 1080p results are well above the 60 FPS threshold, and even the Ultra preset maintains a comfortable margin.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings average 155 FPS. Medium settings average 122 FPS, with a minimum of 104 FPS and a maximum of 141 FPS. High settings produce 98 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 76 FPS. The 1440p Ultra result of 76 FPS is still smooth, while the High preset at 98 FPS offers a good balance of quality and speed.

At 3840x2160, the demands on the GPU become apparent. Low settings average 86 FPS, which is playable. Medium settings average 68 FPS, with a minimum of 58 FPS and a maximum of 78 FPS. High settings drop to 54 FPS average, and Ultra settings yield only 42 FPS. The 4K High and Ultra results fall below the 60 FPS target, indicating that the RX 7800 XT is pushed to its limits at this resolution.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K reveals a clear scaling pattern. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 235 at 1080p to 155 at 1440p (a 34% reduction) and then to 86 at 4K (a 63% reduction from 1080p). This steep drop at 4K indicates that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor as resolution increases. At Ultra settings, the drop is even more pronounced: from 115 FPS at 1080p to 76 FPS at 1440p (34% reduction) and then to 42 FPS at 4K (63% reduction from 1080p). The consistent percentage drop across settings suggests that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution; the frame rate scaling is almost entirely governed by GPU performance. The fact that the 1080p Low result of 235 FPS is not CPU-limited (the CPU is capable of higher frame rates) further supports this interpretation. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking and 20 cores are more than sufficient to feed the GPU, even at the highest frame rates.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K, with 20 cores and 20 threads, is built on the Arrow Lake architecture using a 3 nm process from TSMC. Its base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 5.50 GHz provide strong single-threaded performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2020. The multi-threaded capability is equally impressive, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35850. The CPU's 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is a high-end processor. In Fivem, the CPU's role is to maintain consistent frame pacing and prevent bottlenecks, especially at lower resolutions where the GPU is less taxed. The 1080p Low result of 235 FPS shows that the CPU can sustain high frame rates without becoming a limiting factor. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and the 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth provide ample data throughput for the game's logic. The 20 cores (including performance and efficiency cores) handle the game's multi-threaded tasks efficiently, though Fivem is not typically a heavy multi-threaded workload. The CPU's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-14700KF (1% lower average score) and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F (1.3% lower), are similarly capable, but the Ultra 7 265K's modern architecture and higher boost clock give it a slight edge in single-threaded tasks.

Settings Recommendations

For players targeting 60 FPS as a minimum, the combination delivers this at 1080p Ultra (115 FPS), 1440p Ultra (76 FPS), and 4K Medium (68 FPS). The 4K High preset at 54 FPS and 4K Ultra at 42 FPS fall short of this target. The best experience at 4K is achieved with Medium settings, which provide 68 FPS average and a minimum of 58 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay with only occasional dips. At 1440p, the Ultra preset at 76 FPS offers the highest visual quality without sacrificing smoothness, while the High preset at 98 FPS provides a comfortable margin for demanding scenes. At 1080p, all presets are playable, but the Ultra preset at 115 FPS is the recommended choice for maximum visual fidelity, as the frame rate is still well above 60 FPS. For players with high-refresh-rate monitors, the 1080p Low preset at 235 FPS and 1080p Medium at 186 FPS are ideal for maximizing frame rates, though the visual quality trade-off may not be worth it for most users. The Medium preset across all resolutions offers the best balance of performance and visual quality, as it consistently delivers frame rates above 60 FPS at 4K (68 FPS) and well above that at lower resolutions.