Fivem

# Fivem Performance Analysis: Intel Core Ultra 7 265K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

This combination of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card represents a high-end desktop pairing for Fivem, a multiplayer modification platform. The measured data shows this combo delivering playable frame rates across all tested resolutions, though the scaling patterns reveal important insights about where the bottleneck lies in different configurations. With 20 cores and 20 threads on the CPU side and 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on the GPU, this system has substantial headroom for the demands of multiplayer environments.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 tells a clear story about system balance. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 368 FPS average, which drops to 242 FPS at 1440p and further to 135 FPS at 4K. This represents a 63% reduction from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, indicating that the GPU becomes progressively more stressed as pixel count increases. The RTX 4090's 24 GB VRAM buffer is more than sufficient even at 4K, so the scaling is driven by raw rendering throughput rather than memory capacity.

Looking at the Medium settings preset, the pattern continues with 290 FPS at 1080p, 191 FPS at 1440p, and 106 FPS at 4K. The interval between resolutions is consistent at roughly 34-35% reduction per step up. This uniform scaling suggests the system is operating without unexpected bottlenecks or thermal throttling. The Ultra preset shows 180 FPS at 1080p, 119 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K, with the 4K figure representing the only sub-60 FPS result in the entire dataset.

The High settings preset demonstrates the most efficient scaling curve: 232 FPS at 1080p, 153 FPS at 1440p, and 85 FPS at 4K. This preset maintains a healthy frame rate at every resolution, with the 4K result still comfortably above 60 FPS. The data suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is likely the limiting factor since even the most demanding preset achieves 180 FPS, which is far below the 368 FPS ceiling seen at Low settings. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, with the gap between Low (135 FPS) and Ultra (66 FPS) indicating substantial rendering load.

How This Combo Ranks

Within the benchmark database's tested combinations, this pairing achieves a combo rank of 97 out of 3707 tested configurations. This places it in the top 2.6% of all tested combos for Fivem, which is consistent with the hardware's specifications. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K alone sits at the 94th percentile among all CPUs tested, while the RTX 4090 ranks at the 88th percentile among GPUs. The combination of two high-percentile components yields a system that outperforms the vast majority of other pairings in the database.

The CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks provide context for its contribution to this combo. The Intel Xeon 6511P scores 71,051 on average, just 0.2% higher than the Core Ultra 7 265K's 70,879 average benchmark score. The Intel Xeon Platinum 8270 is 0.7% ahead, while the Intel Core i7-14700KF trails by 1% and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F by 1.3%. These narrow margins indicate that the Core Ultra 7 265K is positioned competitively among high-end desktop and workstation processors, with no single rival holding a decisive advantage in synthetic workloads.

For the GPU side, the RTX 4090's average benchmark score of 60,347 places it in close competition with several professional-grade cards. The Intel Arc Pro A60 matches at 60,326 (0% delta), while the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 48 is 0.3% behind. The AMD Radeon Pro W6600M actually scores higher at 61,896, which is 2.5% above the RTX 4090, though this likely reflects the specific benchmark suite rather than real-world gaming performance. The AMD Radeon PRO V710 trails by 2.9%. These comparisons underscore that the RTX 4090, despite its gaming-focused design, holds its own against workstation-class alternatives in compute-oriented tests.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achievable with this combo at 1080p?

A: The maximum measured average FPS at 1920x1080 is 368, achieved with Low settings. The Medium preset delivers 290 FPS, High delivers 232 FPS, and Ultra delivers 180 FPS.

Q: Is this combo capable of 4K gaming on Fivem?

A: Yes, all four tested presets at 3840x2160 produce playable frame rates. The lowest result is 66 FPS on Ultra settings, while Low settings reach 135 FPS, Medium achieves 106 FPS, and High hits 85 FPS.

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

A: The processor's average benchmark score of 70,879 is within 1.3% of all four nearest rivals. The Intel Xeon 6511P leads by 0.2%, while the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F trails by 1.3%.

Q: What is the combo's ranking among all tested configurations for Fivem?

A: This pairing ranks 97th out of 3,707 tested combos, placing it in the top 2.6% of all configurations in the database.

Q: Does the GPU have enough memory for 4K gameplay?

A: The RTX 4090 features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 384-bit bus and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth. This capacity is more than adequate for any tested preset at 3840x2160, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate scaling.

Q: What frame rate range can be expected at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average of 191 FPS with minimum and maximum values of 163 FPS and 220 FPS respectively, indicating smooth frame delivery without major stuttering.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings was tested with complete data. Low settings produce an average of 368 FPS, making this the fastest configuration in the entire dataset. Medium settings deliver 290 FPS average with a minimum of 247 FPS and maximum of 334 FPS, showing a narrow 87 FPS spread that indicates consistent frame pacing. High settings achieve 232 FPS average, while Ultra settings produce 180 FPS average. The progression from Low to Ultra at 1080p shows a 51% reduction in average frame rate, from 368 to 180 FPS.

Moving to 2560x1440, the same settings hierarchy persists with proportionally lower results. Low settings deliver 242 FPS average, Medium reaches 191 FPS with minimum and maximum of 163 and 220 FPS, High achieves 153 FPS, and Ultra produces 119 FPS. The delta between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 123 FPS, representing a 51% drop that mirrors the 1080p scaling. This consistency suggests the GPU is scaling predictably with resolution while the CPU overhead remains relatively constant.

At 3840x2160, the results show the expected performance degradation. Low settings still manage 135 FPS average, which is respectable for 4K gaming. Medium settings deliver 106 FPS with a minimum of 90 FPS and maximum of 122 FPS, indicating that even the worst-case frame time remains above the 60 FPS threshold. High settings produce 85 FPS average, and Ultra settings drop to 66 FPS average. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration in the entire dataset that falls below 70 FPS, but it remains comfortably playable.

The Medium settings preset is the only one with complete min/max data across all three resolutions. At 1080p, the 247-334 FPS range represents a spread of 87 FPS; at 1440p, the 163-220 FPS range shows a 57 FPS spread; and at 4K, the 90-122 FPS range demonstrates a 32 FPS spread. This narrowing range at higher resolutions indicates that frame delivery becomes more consistent as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck, reducing CPU-induced variability.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data supports High settings as the optimal choice for most users seeking a balance between visual quality and performance. At 1080p, High delivers 232 FPS average, which is only 38% lower than Low but offers substantially better visual fidelity. At 1440p, High maintains 153 FPS average, well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on modern monitors. Even at 4K, High achieves 85 FPS average, which exceeds the 60 FPS target for smooth gameplay on standard displays.

For competitive play where maximum frame rate is paramount, Low settings at 1080p provide the highest possible average of 368 FPS. This configuration minimizes rendering overhead and prioritizes responsiveness, though it sacrifices visual quality. The 1440p Low result of 242 FPS remains competitive for high-refresh-rate displays, making it a viable alternative for players who want a balance of resolution and speed.

Ultra settings are only recommended for users with 1080p or 1440p displays who prioritize visual quality above all else. The 180 FPS average at 1080p and 119 FPS at 1440p are both playable, but the 4K Ultra result of 66 FPS sits close to the edge of comfortable gameplay. For 4K displays, High settings provide the best experience, delivering 85 FPS average while maintaining most visual enhancements.

Medium settings serve as a middle-ground option that provides consistent performance across all resolutions. The complete min/max data shows reliable frame delivery, with the 4K Medium result of 106 FPS average and 90 FPS minimum ensuring no significant stuttering. This preset is particularly suitable for users with variable refresh rate displays who want to avoid frame rate dips below their display's minimum refresh rate.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K features 20 cores and 20 threads based on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process by TSMC. The processor operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, providing substantial single-thread performance for game logic and physics calculations. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB L2 cache per core help maintain low latency access to frequently used data in multiplayer scenarios.

The CPU's synthetic benchmark results demonstrate its capability across various workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,850 and single-core score of 2,020 indicate strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded tasks. The Geekbench multi-core score of 23,085 and single-core score of 2,713 further confirm this balanced capability. PassMark tests show particular strength in floating point math (189,629) and integer math (143,242), which are relevant to game physics and simulation.

In Fivem specifically, the CPU's role becomes evident when examining the 1080p scaling. At Low settings, the combo reaches 368 FPS, but at Ultra settings, it only achieves 180 FPS. This 51% reduction is primarily driven by increased GPU load, yet the fact that even Low settings at 1080p cannot exceed 368 FPS suggests the CPU is approaching its limit for this game's multiplayer overhead. The 20 threads allow for efficient distribution of network processing, entity management, and script execution across multiple cores.

The processor's memory support for DDR5 with dual-channel configuration and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth provides ample data throughput for game assets. The 125W TDP indicates efficient power delivery for sustained performance. The 94th percentile ranking among all CPUs, combined with nearest rival deltas within 1.3%, positions this processor as a top-tier option for gaming workloads that benefit from high single-core performance.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 utilizes the AD102 chip based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, manufactured on a 5 nm process. The GPU operates with a base clock of 2235 MHz and a boost clock of 2520 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus provides 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth, ensuring that high-resolution textures and geometry loads are not constrained by memory throughput.

The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial, with 16,384 shading units, 512 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. The 128 RT cores and 512 tensor cores support ray tracing and AI-enhanced features, though Fivem's traditional rendering pipeline primarily uses the standard shading units. The FP32 performance of 82.58 TFLOPS provides massive raw compute power for pixel and vertex processing, which directly translates to the high frame rates observed in the measured data.

The RTX 4090's synthetic benchmark results show strong performance across different APIs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 9,223 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 271,631 indicate excellent low-level API performance. PassMark G3D score of 38,194 and GPU compute score of 26,613 further demonstrate the GPU's versatility. The 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it near the top of the performance hierarchy, though the nearest rival comparisons show some surprising results.

The GPU's role in Fivem becomes clear when examining the resolution scaling. At 4K, the difference between Low (135 FPS) and Ultra (66 FPS) settings is 69 FPS, indicating that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at this resolution. The 24 GB VRAM capacity eliminates any possibility of memory-related stuttering, even with high-resolution textures. The 450W TDP and triple-slot cooling solution allow for sustained boost clocks during extended gaming sessions, though the recommended 850W PSU requirement should be noted for system builders.