Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER delivers a playable but heavily GPU-bound experience in Fivem, with the data showing that the graphics card is the definitive bottleneck at higher resolutions and settings. The combination ranks in the 27th percentile of all tested combos, placing it in the lower half of the database, yet it still manages to produce strong 1080p frame rates that will satisfy most players.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1080p to 4K is severe, indicating that the RTX 2060 SUPER is the limiting component in this pairing. At High settings, the average frame rate falls from 99.4 FPS at 1920x1080 to 67.5 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 31.9 FPS, and then plummets to just 38.1 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 61.7% loss in performance from 1080p to 4K, a steep decline that clearly shows the GPU struggling to keep up with the pixel count.

The scaling pattern is consistent across all settings presets. At Low settings, the drop is from 158.2 FPS at 1080p to 105.9 FPS at 1440p, then down to 57.5 FPS at 4K. The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic collapse, going from 79.9 FPS at 1080p to 51.5 FPS at 1440p and finally to a barely playable 25.4 FPS at 4K. This pattern confirms that the RTX 2060 SUPER's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 256-bit bus are insufficient for 4K gaming in Fivem, regardless of the CPU's capabilities.

The Core Ultra 7 265K, with its 20 cores and 20 threads, is clearly not the constraint here. The data shows that even at 1080p Low settings, where the GPU load is lightest, the system only reaches 158.2 FPS — a figure that leaves headroom for the CPU to do more work. The bottleneck is entirely on the graphics side, and users should expect diminishing returns when lowering resolution without also lowering graphical settings.

How This Combo Ranks

This specific combination of CPU and GPU ranks 1308 out of 1792 tested combos in Fivem, placing it in the bottom 27% of the database. This ranking reflects the RTX 2060 SUPER's age and mid-range positioning rather than any deficiency in the processor. The GPU sits in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs tested, while the CPU is in the 97th percentile of all CPUs, creating a significant imbalance that pulls the overall combo ranking down.

The GPU's nearest rivals show how close the RTX 2060 SUPER is to other cards in its class. It scores within 0.3% of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX TITAN, within 0.5% of the RTX 2070, and within 0.8% of the Quadro K5200. This clustering means that swapping to any of these alternatives would produce nearly identical results in Fivem, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing.

Meanwhile, the CPU's rivals highlight its strength. The Core Ultra 7 265K scores within 0.2% of the Core Ultra 7 265KF and the Core i9-14900KF, and within 0.9% of the Core i9-14900K. This performance parity among top-tier processors means that the CPU choice is not what determines the combo's ranking — the GPU is. The data suggests that this combo would rank significantly higher with a more powerful graphics card, as the processor has ample headroom to support one.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Fivem at 4K?

A: Barely. The measured data shows 38.1 FPS at High settings and 57.5 FPS at Low settings for 3840x2160 resolution. Only the Low preset approaches playable frame rates, while Ultra falls to 25.4 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this pairing?

A: 1920x1080 is clearly the sweet spot. The data shows 99.4 FPS at High settings, 123.5 FPS at Medium, and 158.2 FPS at Low, all of which exceed the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: How does this combo rank against other tested systems?

A: It ranks 1308 out of 1792 combos, placing it in the 27th percentile. The CPU is in the 97th percentile of all CPUs, but the GPU's 63rd percentile pulls the overall ranking down.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in Fivem?

A: The GPU is the bottleneck. The Core Ultra 7 265K has 20 cores and 20 threads with a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the RTX 2060 SUPER has 8 GB of VRAM and a boost clock of 1650 MHz. The frame rate scaling across resolutions confirms the GPU limits performance.

Q: What settings should be used at 1440p?

A: The data shows 80.3 FPS at Medium settings and 67.5 FPS at High settings for 2560x1440. Medium is recommended for a comfortable frame rate, while High remains playable for those prioritizing visual quality.

Q: Does the CPU's high core count benefit Fivem?

A: The data indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor in this game. With 20 cores and a PassMark multithread score of 58838, the processor has ample capacity, but Fivem's performance is constrained by the GPU at all tested resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system delivers its best results. Low settings produce 158.2 FPS, Medium yields 123.5 FPS, High achieves 99.4 FPS, and Ultra drops to 79.9 FPS. These numbers show a consistent scaling pattern, with each settings tier costing roughly 20-25 FPS compared to the previous one.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease across the board. Low settings still manage 105.9 FPS, Medium drops to 80.3 FPS, High falls to 67.5 FPS, and Ultra bottoms out at 51.5 FPS. This resolution is playable for most presets, though Ultra dips below the 60 FPS threshold.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060 SUPER's limitations become apparent. Low settings yield 57.5 FPS, Medium produces 45.3 FPS, High drops to 38.1 FPS, and Ultra struggles at 25.4 FPS. Only the Low preset approaches acceptable performance, and even that is marginal. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 32.1 FPS, showing how much of a performance hit the higher settings impose.

Settings Recommendations

The data clearly indicates that 1920x1080 is the target resolution for this combo, with High settings providing the best balance of visual quality and performance at 99.4 FPS. For players who prefer maximum frame rates, Low settings at 1080p deliver 158.2 FPS, which is well above the refresh rate of most standard monitors. Medium settings at 123.5 FPS offer a middle ground for those with 120Hz displays.

At 1440p, Medium settings are the recommended choice, producing 80.3 FPS. This maintains smooth gameplay while offering better visual fidelity than Low. High settings at 67.5 FPS remain viable for players who prioritize graphics over frame rate, but Ultra at 51.5 FPS should be avoided due to the noticeable drop in smoothness.

For 4K gaming, the data suggests avoiding this resolution entirely unless the player is willing to use Low settings. The 57.5 FPS at Low is technically playable, but the visual compromise is significant, and High settings at 38.1 FPS will feel sluggish. The RTX 2060 SUPER is not suited for 4K in this game, and users should stick to 1080p or 1440p for the best experience.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is a formidable processor with 20 cores and 20 threads, based on the Arrow Lake architecture built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, with 30 MB of shared L3 cache. Its benchmark scores are impressive: a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 50009 and a single-core score of 7060, placing it in the 97th percentile of all CPUs.

In Fivem, the CPU's role is secondary, as the data shows the GPU is the primary bottleneck. The processor's high core count and clock speeds ensure it never becomes the limiting factor at any resolution or settings preset. The PassMark physics score of 3826 and multithread score of 58838 indicate the CPU can handle complex calculations, but the game's frame rates are consistently determined by the GPU's rendering capabilities.

The CPU's nearest rivals show it performs at parity with the Core Ultra 7 265KF and Core i9-14900KF, both within 0.2% of its average score. This means that even if the CPU were replaced with a slightly faster model, the frame rates in Fivem would remain unchanged because the GPU is the constraint. The processor's 97th percentile ranking is far above the GPU's 63rd percentile, highlighting the imbalance in this pairing.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the determining factor in this combo's Fivem performance. It features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus with 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, and its Turing architecture includes 2176 shading units and 64 ROPs. The GPU has a base clock of 1470 MHz and a boost clock of 1650 MHz, with a PassMark G3D score of 16462.

The GPU's 63rd percentile ranking places it in the mid-range of all tested graphics cards, and its nearest rivals are close competitors: the GTX TITAN within 0.3%, the RTX 2070 within 0.5%, and the Quadro K5200 within 0.8%. This tight clustering means the RTX 2060 SUPER's performance is typical for its class, and it lacks the headroom needed for demanding resolutions in Fivem.

The memory configuration is particularly telling. With 8 GB of VRAM and 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, the GPU can handle 1080p gaming comfortably but struggles at 4K. The data shows a massive performance drop at 3840x2160, where even Low settings only reach 57.5 FPS. This indicates that the GPU's memory bandwidth and compute power are insufficient for the pixel throughput required at 4K, confirming it as the bottleneck in this system.