Fivem

Fivem in multiplayer is a demanding and inconsistent title, and the measured results for this combination of an Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER clearly show a system that is heavily constrained by the graphics card at higher resolutions. The data indicates that while the CPU has ample headroom, the GPU is the definitive bottleneck, making settings and resolution choices critical for a smooth experience.

Resolution Scaling

The FPS data across the three tested resolutions paints a clear picture of a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Low settings, the system achieves an average of 175 FPS, which is a very playable and fluid experience for a fast-paced multiplayer environment. Moving up to 1440p Low, the average drops to 116 FPS, a significant 34% reduction in performance. This steep decline is the first indicator that the RTX 2070 SUPER is working much harder as the pixel count increases.

The trend continues and becomes more pronounced at 4K. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS falls to 64, which is a 45% drop from the 1440p figure and a 63% drop from the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is classic for a GPU that is running out of raw throughput. The CPU is not the limiting factor here; if it were, the frame rate would remain relatively flat as resolution increases. Instead, the consistent and substantial FPS losses at each step up in resolution point directly to the graphics card's pixel-pushing capabilities being saturated.

Looking at the High preset tells the same story. The system manages 111 FPS at 1080p, which drops to 73 FPS at 1440p. The jump to 4K is the most punishing, with the average falling to just 40 FPS. This makes 4K High essentially unplayable for a smooth experience, as the frame rate is below the 60 FPS threshold that most players consider the minimum for a responsive multiplayer title. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a 64% reduction in performance, further solidifying that the RTX 2070 SUPER is the primary constraint and that resolution has an outsized impact on this configuration.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the clear performance limiter in this build for Fivem. The benchmark results show that its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, is sufficient in capacity but not in speed to handle the game's demands at higher resolutions. The GPU's core clocks, with a base of 1605 MHz and a boost of 1770 MHz, are not enough to prevent the significant frame rate drops seen when moving from 1440p to 4K. The data shows that the GPU's compute capabilities are exhausted well before the CPU's potential is reached.

The GPU's performance percentile of 65 and its average benchmark score of 20282 place it below several near rivals, including the Intel Arc B570 and Intel Arc A750. This contextual data suggests that while the RTX 2070 SUPER is a capable card for 1080p and 1440p gaming, it is not positioned to handle 4K in a demanding multiplayer game like Fivem. Its relative position in the benchmark hierarchy, where it trails the Intel Arc B570 by 1.3% and the Intel Arc A750 by 1.5%, reinforces that its performance ceiling is a limiting factor for this specific game and resolution combination. The GPU is not just a minor bottleneck; it is the definitive wall that prevents the system from achieving high frame rates at 4K, regardless of the powerful CPU driving it.

FAQ

Q: Is this system capable of running Fivem at 4K?

A: Technically yes, but the experience is poor. The measured data shows an average of 40 FPS on High and 31 FPS on Ultra at 3840x2160. These frame rates are too low for a smooth, competitive multiplayer experience, making 4K impractical for this game with this GPU.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU and GPU combo?

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 or 2560x1440 are the viable choices. At 1080p, the system can achieve over 100 FPS on High and Medium settings. At 1440p, it still delivers a smooth 73 FPS on High and 91 FPS on Medium, making it the sweet spot for a balance between visual fidelity and performance.

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its direct rivals in general benchmarks?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 20282. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M, scores 20480, which is 1% higher. Other close competitors include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile at 20534 (1.2% higher) and the Intel Arc B570 at 20556 (1.3% higher). This indicates it is a mid-range performer, slightly behind these specific alternatives.

Q: Is the CPU holding back the GPU in Fivem?

A: No. The data indicates the opposite. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is a top-tier processor. Its benchmark scores are very high, with a percentile of 96, and it only trails the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K by 0.2%. The consistent FPS drops with increased resolution prove the GPU is the bottleneck, not the CPU.

Q: What settings should be avoided for a stable frame rate?

A: The Ultra preset should be avoided at all resolutions. Even at 1080p, it only manages an average of 86 FPS, and at 1440p it falls to 57 FPS. At 4K, it drops to an unplayable 31 FPS. The performance cost of this preset is too high for the hardware.

Q: How much of a performance difference is there between Low and High settings at 1080p?

A: The difference is substantial. At 1920x1080, the Low preset achieves an average of 175 FPS, while the High preset achieves an average of 111 FPS. This represents a 36% performance drop for the higher visual quality, showing that settings have a major impact on this system.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The full set of measured data provides a detailed look at the system's performance across all tested configurations.

1920x1080:

• Low: The average FPS is 175, which is the highest score recorded in the entire dataset. This setting provides an exceptionally smooth and responsive experience.
• Medium: The average FPS is 138, with a minimum of 118 FPS and a maximum of 159 FPS. This is a strong performance level that maintains high fluidity.
• High: The average FPS is 111. This is still a very playable frame rate for most users, offering a good balance of quality and speed.
• Ultra: The average FPS drops to 86. This is the lowest performance at 1080p but still playable, though the frame rate is noticeably lower than other presets.

2560x1440:

• Low: The average FPS is 116. This remains a very smooth experience, showing the GPU can handle 1440p well on lower settings.
• Medium: The average FPS is 91, with a minimum of 77 FPS and a maximum of 105 FPS. This is a good result for 1440p, with the minimum frame rate staying above 60 FPS.
• High: The average FPS is 73. This is a decent playable frame rate, though it is close to the edge of what is ideal for competitive play.
• Ultra: The average FPS falls to 57. This is a noticeable step down and may be too inconsistent for some players, as it dips below the 60 FPS target.

3840x2160:

• Low: The average FPS is 64. This is the only 4K setting that approaches a playable frame rate, but it is still below the 60 FPS threshold on average.
• Medium: The average FPS is 51, with a minimum of 43 FPS and a maximum of 58 FPS. This is a largely unplayable experience for a multiplayer game due to the low and inconsistent frame rates.
• High: The average FPS is 40. This is not a viable setting for 4K gaming, as the frame rate is too low for a smooth experience.
• Ultra: The average FPS is 31. This is a slideshow and should be completely avoided at this resolution.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the best experience for this hardware is found at 2560x1440 with the Medium preset. This configuration delivers an average of 91 FPS with a minimum of 77 FPS, ensuring that the frame rate rarely, if ever, dips below the critical 60 FPS mark. This provides a smooth, responsive, and visually appealing experience without overburdening the GPU.

For players who prioritize maximum frame rate and competitive responsiveness above all else, 1920x1080 with the Low preset is the optimal choice. The 175 FPS average is far beyond what a 144Hz monitor can display, providing a massive headroom and ensuring the absolute smoothest possible action. This is ideal for high-refresh-rate displays.

If a player has a 1080p monitor and wants better visuals, the High preset at 111 FPS is a strong recommendation. It offers a significant visual upgrade over Low while keeping the frame rate well above 100 FPS, which is still excellent for most multiplayer games. The Ultra preset at 1080p is not recommended, as the 86 FPS average is a considerable performance hit for what is likely a minor visual gain in this game.

At 4K, the only setting that is even remotely playable is Low, with an average of 64 FPS. However, given that this is a multiplayer game where frame consistency is key, the minimum FPS is likely to be much lower, making it a risky choice. The Medium, High, and Ultra presets at 4K produce unplayable frame rates and should be avoided. The data strongly suggests that 4K is not a resolution for this GPU in Fivem.

CPU Role

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is an exceptionally powerful processor that is not the limiting factor in Fivem. With 24 cores and 24 threads, its parallel processing capabilities are immense, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 51731. However, Fivem's performance, as indicated by the FPS data, scales heavily with resolution, which is a signature of a GPU bottleneck. The CPU is providing more than enough frame data; the GPU simply cannot render it fast enough at higher resolutions.

The CPU's strength is further highlighted by its single-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 7303. This is critical for game logic and physics, which are often single-threaded. Its Passmark single-thread score of 4823 and a percentile of 96 versus all CPUs demonstrate that it is one of the fastest processors available. The data shows it is only 0.2% behind the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K in average benchmark score, an insignificant difference.

In this specific configuration, the CPU's role is to feed the GPU as fast as possible. At 1080p, it is able to push the frame rate to 175 FPS on Low settings, indicating it can handle a high input rate. However, as the resolution increases, the GPU's rendering time per frame increases, and the CPU is left waiting. The fact that the FPS drops so dramatically at 4K confirms that the 2070 SUPER is the sole bottleneck. Upgrading the CPU would yield no performance benefit in this game; the gains would only come from a more powerful GPU. The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is a future-proof component that will not hold back any GPU upgrade for years to come.