Fivem

Fivem, the multiplayer modification framework, presents a unique performance profile that diverges significantly from single-player benchmarks. The data for the Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination shows a system that is decisively CPU-bound, a conclusion supported by the measured frame rates and the hardware's synthetic benchmark scores. This pairing ranks in the 38th percentile among all tested combos in this specific game, a position that underscores the game's demanding CPU overhead relative to its GPU utilization.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT combination ranks at position 1876 out of 3005 tested combos in Fivem. This places the pairing in the lower half of the performance spectrum, a result that is more reflective of the game's engine limitations than the individual component capabilities. The data indicates that Fivem's performance is heavily dependent on single-threaded CPU performance, which is a bottleneck for many modern high-core-count processors in this specific workload.

The CPU itself holds the 96th percentile rank against all tested CPUs, indicating it is among the top 4% of processors globally in general benchmark performance. The GPU, however, holds only the 60th percentile against all tested GPUs. This disparity in percentile rankings highlights the fundamental issue with this combo in Fivem: a top-tier CPU is being constrained by the game's inability to fully utilize its multi-threading capabilities, while the GPU's performance is not a limiting factor at most settings.

The benchmark data shows the CPU's average benchmark score of 84003, which is only 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, a nearly identical performance level. The AMD EPYC 7F72 is 1.3% faster, while the AMD EPYC 4584PX and AMD EPYC 9135 trail by 1.1% and 1.2% respectively. This data confirms the CPU is performing at the expected level for its architecture, yet the game's ranking of 1876/3005 reveals that this raw compute power does not translate to top-tier Fivem performance. The conclusion is that Fivem is not a benchmark that rewards this specific hardware configuration's strengths.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is a 16 GB GDDR6 graphics card with a 128-bit memory bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. Its boost clock is rated at 2755 MHz, with a game clock of 2470 MHz and a base clock of 1980 MHz. The card is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture with 2048 shading units and 64 ROPs. Its average benchmark score is 17083, which puts it on par with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, which is 0.7% faster, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690, which is 0.3% slower.

In Fivem, the GPU's role is secondary to the CPU. The measured frame rates show that even at 4K Ultra settings, the average FPS is 30, which is a playable but not smooth experience. The data shows the GPU is not the primary bottleneck, as reducing settings from Ultra to High at 4K increases the average FPS from 30 to 39, a 30% improvement. However, the jump from High to Medium at 4K yields a 23% increase to 48 FPS, and from Medium to Low yields a 27% increase to 61 FPS. These scaling patterns suggest that the GPU is handling the graphical load reasonably well, but the system is still limited by other factors.

The GPU's 60th percentile ranking against all GPUs indicates it is a mid-range performer. Its Passmark G3D score of 17132 is a solid result, but it is not a high-end card. In Fivem, the card's 16 GB of VRAM is more than sufficient for the game's requirements, and the memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s is adequate for the textures and draw distances typically encountered. The data suggests that the RX 7600 XT is a capable partner for the Core Ultra 9 in Fivem, but it cannot compensate for the CPU's inability to feed it more frames.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is a 24-core, 24-thread processor with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz. It features 36 MB of shared L3 cache and 3 MB of L2 cache per core. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 51731, and its single-core score is 7303, both indicating excellent raw performance. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score is 4823, which is a strong result but not the highest available.

The data clearly shows that Fivem is a CPU-bound game for this configuration. The evidence lies in the frame rate scaling across resolutions. At High settings, the average FPS is 106 at 1920x1080, 69 at 2560x1440, and 39 at 3840x2160. This steep drop-off with increasing resolution is a classic sign of a CPU bottleneck at lower resolutions, where the CPU is the limiting factor, and a GPU bottleneck at higher resolutions, where the GPU becomes the constraint. The fact that at 1080p the system achieves 167 FPS on Low settings but only 82 FPS on Ultra settings indicates that the CPU is capable of high frame rates but is limited by the GPU at higher graphical loads.

The CPU's 24 cores and 24 threads are not fully utilized by Fivem, which is a game known for its reliance on single-thread performance. The benchmark results show the CPU's high multi-threaded capabilities, but these are largely irrelevant for this game. The CPU's performance in Fivem is more accurately reflected by its single-core scores. Its Cinebench R15 single-core score of 736 and R20 score of 3067 are respectable, but the game's optimization means that even these scores do not translate to top-tier FPS figures. The data indicates that the CPU is a formidable component, but its power is wasted in Fivem due to the game's engine limitations.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive look at the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. The data is consistent with a CPU-bound scenario at lower resolutions and a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 167 FPS on Low settings, which is an excellent result for a multiplayer game. The Medium preset drops the average to 132 FPS, with a minimum of 112 FPS and a maximum of 152 FPS. The High preset yields 106 FPS on average. The Ultra preset is the only one that falls below the 100 FPS mark, with an average of 82 FPS. These numbers show that at 1080p, the system is capable of high refresh-rate gaming, but the CPU is clearly holding back the GPU at the higher settings, as the drop from Low to Medium is a 21% reduction, while the drop from High to Ultra is a 23% reduction.

At 2560x1440, the average FPS figures are 110 on Low, 87 on Medium, 69 on High, and 54 on Ultra. The Medium preset has a minimum of 74 FPS and a maximum of 100 FPS. The scaling here is more gradual, indicating that the GPU is starting to become a more significant factor. The drop from Low to Medium is 21%, and from High to Ultra is 22%. The performance is still playable, but the Ultra preset at 54 FPS is not ideal for competitive play.

At 3840x2160, the average FPS figures drop to 61 on Low, 48 on Medium, 39 on High, and 30 on Ultra. The Medium preset has a minimum of 41 FPS and a maximum of 55 FPS. At this resolution, the GPU is the clear bottleneck, as the CPU is no longer able to push frame rates higher. The 4K Ultra setting at 30 FPS is a borderline playable experience, but it is not recommended for a smooth gameplay experience. The data shows a consistent pattern: the CPU limits performance at 1080p, while the GPU limits performance at 4K, with 1440p being a balanced middle ground.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Fivem?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 on High settings provides a 69 FPS average, which is a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. At 1920x1080, the High preset at 106 FPS is also excellent, but the 2560x1440 resolution offers a better balance of image clarity and performance.

Q: Is this combo more CPU-limited or GPU-limited in Fivem?

A: The data indicates a CPU bottleneck at 1080p, where the average FPS on Low is 167, but the GPU limits performance at 4K, where the average FPS on Ultra is 30. The transition point is around 1440p, where the system is more balanced.

Q: Can this combo handle Fivem at 4K?

A: The data shows that 4K gaming is possible, with an average of 39 FPS on High settings and 61 FPS on Low settings. However, the Ultra preset at 30 FPS is not recommended for a consistently smooth experience.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT has an average benchmark score of 17083, which is 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 and 0.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690. This indicates the card is a solid mid-range performer.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus ranks in the 96th percentile against all tested CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 84003. This places it among the top 4% of processors in the database.

Q: What is the minimum FPS at 1440p Medium?

A: The measured data shows that at 2560x1440 on Medium settings, the minimum FPS is 74, the average is 87, and the maximum is 100. This indicates a stable frame rate with limited fluctuation.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the user's priority for frame rate versus visual fidelity. For a competitive multiplayer experience, the 1920x1080 Low preset at 167 FPS is the best choice, as it offers the highest frame rate and minimizes input lag. The Medium preset at 132 FPS is also a strong option, providing a better visual experience while still maintaining a high frame rate.

For users with a 1440p monitor, the Medium preset at an average of 87 FPS is the recommended starting point. This setting provides a good balance between visual quality and smoothness. The High preset at 69 FPS is also viable, but the lower frame rate may be noticeable in fast-paced scenarios. The Ultra preset at 54 FPS is not recommended for competitive play, but it is acceptable for a more cinematic experience.

For 4K displays, the data suggests that the Low preset at 61 FPS is the only setting that provides a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset at 48 FPS is playable but may feel less responsive. The High and Ultra presets at 39 FPS and 30 FPS, respectively, are not recommended for general use, as they fall below the 60 FPS threshold and may cause noticeable stuttering.

The overall recommendation is to prioritize frame rate over visual settings for this game. The data shows that the CPU is the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions, so reducing graphical settings will yield a significant FPS increase. The best experience is achieved by selecting a setting that keeps the average FPS above 100, which is easily achievable at 1080p but requires lower settings at higher resolutions. The data indicates that the 1920x1080 High preset at 106 FPS is the sweet spot for a balanced experience, offering high visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.