Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 presents a compelling dataset for Fivem, a multiplayer title that often behaves differently than typical single-player benchmarks. This analysis walks through the measured frame rates, dissecting how resolution and settings interact with the CPU and GPU components. The data is clear and consistent, offering a methodical look at where this combination excels and where its limits are exposed. With a combo rank of 1579 out of 3005 tested configurations, this system sits comfortably in the upper half of the database, indicating a balanced, capable platform for this specific game.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At 1080p, the combination of the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and the RTX 4070 achieves high frame rates, with the Low setting hitting an average of 189 FPS. This high baseline suggests that at 1080p, the CPU is doing a substantial amount of work to feed the GPU, but the overall system is not bottlenecked hard by either component. The gap between the Low and Ultra settings at 1080p is substantial, with a 97 FPS difference (189 FPS vs 92 FPS), indicating that the GPU's workload is increasing significantly with graphical fidelity, but the CPU is still keeping up well enough to allow the GPU to be the primary driver of performance changes.

Stepping up to 1440p shows a predictable performance drop across all settings. The Low preset average falls from 189 FPS to 124 FPS, a reduction of 65 FPS. This is a significant drop, demonstrating that the pixel count is now demanding more from the GPU's shading and rasterization units. The High and Medium presets follow suit, with averages of 78 FPS and 98 FPS respectively. The scaling here is nearly linear with the increase in pixel count from 1080p to 1440p, which is a strong indicator that the GPU is now the limiting factor. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 22 threads, is no longer the primary constraint at this resolution.

The transition to 4K (3840x2160) further emphasizes the GPU's role as the performance ceiling. The Low preset average drops to 69 FPS, and the High preset falls to 44 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K is the most demanding scenario measured, yielding an average of just 34 FPS. The drop from 1440p to 4K is steep, with the High preset losing 34 FPS (78 FPS to 44 FPS). This dramatic scaling indicates that the RTX 4070, with its 12 GB of VRAM and 192-bit memory bus, is being pushed to its absolute limits at this resolution. The data clearly shows a system that transitions from a CPU-influenced state at 1080p to a fully GPU-limited state at 4K, where the frame rate is almost entirely dictated by the GPU's rendering capabilities.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the central component in this analysis, and its specifications directly correlate with the measured performance. The GPU's 12 GB of GDDR6X memory and 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth are sufficient for Fivem's asset streaming, but the data suggests that the 4K Ultra settings push the card's processing power, not necessarily its memory capacity, to the breaking point. The 5888 shading units and 46 RT cores are tasked with the heavy lifting, and the frame rates at 4K indicate that the sheer number of pixels is a monumental task. The GPU's boost clock of 2475 MHz is a key factor in its performance, allowing it to maintain reasonable frame rates at 1440p, where it manages a 78 FPS average on High settings.

The GPU's benchmark scores place it in the 81st percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37648. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P4, scores nearly identically with a deltaPct of 0.1%, confirming that the RTX 4070 is a strong performer in synthetic tests. However, its in-game performance at 4K is the true test. The measured data shows that while the GPU can handle 1440p High settings with ease, it struggles to maintain a playable frame rate at 4K Ultra. The difference between the 4K Low (69 FPS) and 4K High (44 FPS) settings is a 25 FPS drop, which is a significant performance cost for the visual uplift. This suggests that the GPU's raw compute power, while excellent for 1440p gaming, is the limiting factor for 4K Ultra in this specific title.

The GPU's 200 W TDP and dual-slot design are notable, but the key takeaway from the data is its scaling behavior. The RTX 4070 shows a consistent ability to deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but its performance curve flattens dramatically at 4K. This is not a sign of a weak GPU, but rather a realistic depiction of the demands of 4K gaming. The card's performance in Fivem at 1440p High, with an average of 78 FPS, is a solid result. The fact that it is only 1.3% behind the RTX 4080 Mobile in average benchmark score, according to the nearest rival data, shows that it is a highly capable mobile GPU in its own right, but the 4K data confirms that even a high-end GPU has its limits.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H is a 16-core, 22-thread processor from the Meteor Lake architecture, and its role in this system's performance is most evident at lower resolutions. The CPU's high boost clock of 5.10 GHz is crucial for maintaining high frame rates in a multiplayer game like Fivem, which often has significant single-threaded demands. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 189 FPS, a figure that is likely supported by the CPU's ability to process game logic and draw calls quickly. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1810.5 confirms the CPU's strong single-thread performance, which is essential for avoiding a CPU bottleneck in high-FPS scenarios.

The CPU's multi-threaded capabilities are also relevant, though less critical for this game. With a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17984.5, the processor is well-equipped to handle background tasks and the overhead of a multiplayer environment, where numerous players and entities must be tracked. The data shows that as resolution increases, the CPU's influence wanes. At 4K, the frame rates are much lower, and the CPU has ample headroom to feed the GPU. The processor's performance in the Passmark tests, with a multithread score of 29376 and a single-thread score of 3697, places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a top-tier mobile processor.

Comparing the CPU to its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 and the Intel Core 7 250H, shows a statistical tie in average benchmark score, with deltaPct values of -0.1% and -0.2% respectively. This means that the Core Ultra 9 185H is on par with these competitors in synthetic tests. However, its specific architecture and clock speeds are what matter for Fivem. The data suggests that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at 1440p or 4K, as the GPU is clearly the limiting factor at those resolutions. At 1080p, the CPU is doing a significant amount of work, but it is still able to deliver high frame rates, showing a well-balanced pairing with the RTX 4070. The CPU's 24 MB of L3 cache likely helps with game data access, contributing to the smooth performance observed at 1080p.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to play Fivem with this hardware for a high refresh rate monitor?

A: For a high refresh rate experience, the 1080p resolution is the clear choice. The measured data shows that at 1080p with High settings, the system averages 119 FPS, and with Low settings, it reaches 189 FPS. This provides a significant advantage over the 1440p High average of 78 FPS, making 1080p the optimal target for maximizing frame rate.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K resolution?

A: The GPU is the definitive limiting factor at 4K. The frame rates drop significantly compared to 1440p, with the 4K High preset averaging just 44 FPS versus 78 FPS at 1440p High. This indicates that the RTX 4070 is unable to keep up with the pixel rendering demands at this resolution, while the CPU has excess capacity.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 compare to the RTX 4080 Mobile in this context?

A: According to the benchmark data, the RTX 4070 has an average benchmark score that is 1.3% lower than the RTX 4080 Mobile. This indicates that the RTX 4070 is a very close performer in synthetic tests, and the in-game results at 1440p High (78 FPS) suggest it is a highly capable GPU for most gaming scenarios.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the difference is substantial. The Low preset averages 124 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 61 FPS. This is a 63 FPS drop, showing that the Ultra settings place a heavy load on the GPU, and the visual fidelity comes at a significant performance cost.

Q: Does the CPU's single-core performance matter for Fivem?

A: Yes, it is likely a critical factor. The CPU's high boost clock of 5.10 GHz and its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1810.5 are key indicators of its strength. At 1080p, where frame rates are high, the CPU's ability to process game logic quickly is essential for achieving the 189 FPS average seen on Low settings.

Q: What is the average frame rate at 1080p with Medium settings?

A: The measured data shows an average frame rate of 149 FPS at 1080p with Medium settings. This setting also has a recorded minimum of 127 FPS and a maximum of 171 FPS, indicating a stable and consistent performance level.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 1579 out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This places the system in the 52nd percentile, which is a solid, above-average ranking. This position is a direct consequence of the hardware's capabilities, which are strong enough to handle the game at high settings at 1440p but fall short of a top-tier ranking due to the demanding nature of 4K Ultra settings. The ranking suggests that most other tested configurations are either using more powerful GPUs or more optimized CPUs for this specific title.

The ranking is a holistic measure of the system's performance across all tested settings and resolutions. The fact that it is not higher is primarily due to the 4K performance, where the GPU is clearly stretched. For a system to rank higher, it would need to achieve higher frame rates at 4K, which would require a more powerful GPU. The CPU is not the bottleneck at 4K, so upgrading it would not significantly improve the ranking. The data indicates that the ranking is a fair assessment of the system's overall capabilities, reflecting its strong performance at 1080p and 1440p, and its moderate performance at 4K.

This rank of 1579 is a neutral data point, not a judgment of quality. The system is clearly capable of providing a good experience in Fivem, as evidenced by the 78 FPS average at 1440p High. The ranking simply places it relative to other combinations in the database, and its position in the upper half shows that it outperforms a majority of the other tested systems. For a player targeting 1440p, this is a very good ranking. For a player targeting 4K, the ranking is a warning that the system may not be ideal for that resolution. The data is clear: this is a mid-to-high-tier combo, but not a top-tier one for 4K gaming.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this hardware depend heavily on the target resolution. For players with a 1080p monitor, the High preset is the recommended choice. It delivers an average of 119 FPS, which is well within the range for a smooth experience, and it offers a significant visual upgrade over the Low preset. The Medium preset at 1080p also offers a high average of 149 FPS, but the High preset provides a better balance of visual quality and performance. The Ultra preset at 1080p, with an average of 92 FPS, is also playable, but the 27 FPS drop from High to Ultra may not be worth the marginal visual improvements.

For 1440p, the High preset is the clear winner. It provides an average of 78 FPS, which is smooth for most players and represents a good balance between graphical fidelity and performance. The Medium preset, at 98 FPS, is also a strong option for those who prefer higher frame rates, but the High preset's visual uplift is likely worth the 20 FPS reduction. The Ultra preset at 1440p, averaging 61 FPS, is on the edge of playability and is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience. It is the most demanding setting, and the data shows it can cause frame rates to dip.

At 4K, the recommendation is to stick with the Low or Medium presets. The Low preset averages 69 FPS, which is the only setting at 4K that provides a consistently playable experience. The Medium preset averages 54 FPS, which is acceptable for slower-paced games but may be too low for fast-paced multiplayer. The High and Ultra presets, at 44 FPS and 34 FPS respectively, are not recommended for a good experience. The data suggests that for 4K, players should prioritize frame rate over visual quality, making the Low preset the most viable option for maintaining a smooth and responsive game.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section provides a detailed breakdown of the exact measured frame rates for each resolution and settings combination.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: Average FPS is 69. This is the highest performing setting at 4K, providing a playable frame rate.
• Medium: Average FPS is 54, with a minimum of 46 and a maximum of 63. The minimum frame rate suggests occasional stutters, but it is generally playable.
• High: Average FPS is 44. This setting shows a significant drop from Low, indicating a heavy GPU load.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 34. This is the most demanding setting, and the frame rate is often below the threshold for a smooth experience.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: Average FPS is 124. This setting offers a high frame rate that is well-suited for competitive play.
• Medium: Average FPS is 98, with a minimum of 83 and a maximum of 113. The frame pacing is consistent, making this a good choice.
• High: Average FPS is 78. This is a balanced setting, offering good visual quality and a smooth frame rate.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 61. This setting is the most demanding at 1440p, and the frame rate is on the lower end for a smooth experience.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: Average FPS is 189. This is the highest frame rate measured in the dataset, ideal for maximum refresh rate displays.
• Medium: Average FPS is 149, with a minimum of 127 and a maximum of 171. This setting provides a very high and stable frame rate.
• High: Average FPS is 119. This is an excellent frame rate for a high-quality visual experience.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 92. This is the most demanding setting at 1080p, but it still provides a smooth and playable frame rate.