Fivem

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 presents a stark contrast in performance tiers within this Fivem benchmark dataset. The CPU is a high-end, 24-core part ranking in the 96th percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU, though modern, sits in the 72nd percentile. This combination results in a system where the graphics card is overwhelmingly the limiting factor for frame rates, especially at higher resolutions. The data shows a clear narrative: this is a CPU that can push massive frame counts, but the RTX 5060's 8 GB VRAM and mid-range compute power cap the experience well below what the processor could theoretically deliver.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable but pronounced drop in performance as resolution increases, clearly indicting the GPU as the primary bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces an average of 127 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 at High settings, the average falls to 84 FPS, a 34% reduction. The jump to 3840x2160 at High settings is even more severe, with the average plummeting to 46 FPS, which is a 64% drop from the 1080p figure and a 45% drop from 1440p.

This scaling pattern is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions. The CPU has ample headroom, but the RTX 5060's rendering capabilities cannot keep pace with the increasing pixel count. The gap between Low and Ultra settings also widens dramatically with resolution. At 1080p, the spread between Low (201 FPS) and Ultra (99 FPS) is 102 FPS. At 1440p, the spread between Low (133 FPS) and Ultra (65 FPS) narrows to 68 FPS. At 4K, the spread between Low (74 FPS) and Ultra (36 FPS) is just 38 FPS. This compression of the settings range at 4K indicates that even on Low settings, the GPU is struggling to maintain high frame rates, leaving little room for visual quality adjustments without a significant performance hit.

The data suggests that for a smooth 60 FPS experience, 1440p is the effective ceiling for this combo with High settings, and even then, it barely holds on at 84 FPS. For 4K gaming, users would be forced to use Low settings to approach 74 FPS, but the visual compromise is substantial. The 1080p results are the only ones where the CPU's strength is fully utilized, with frame rates exceeding 200 FPS on Low settings, indicating that the processor is capable of feeding the GPU far more data than it can process in this title.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand database of tested combinations, this specific pairing of the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and RTX 5060 achieves a combo rank of 1285 out of 3005 tested combos for Fivem. This places it in the 57th percentile of all tested systems, which is a surprisingly modest position given the high-end nature of the CPU. The ranking is dragged down almost entirely by the GPU, as the benchmark results indicate the frame rates are far closer to what a mid-range GPU would produce than what a flagship CPU would suggest.

The CPU's own benchmark scores reinforce its high standing. With an average benchmark score of 84003, it outperforms its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, by 0.2%. It also leads the AMD EPYC 4584PX by 1.1% and the AMD EPYC 9135 by 1.2%. The only rival it trails is the AMD EPYC 7F72, which scores 1.3% higher. This indicates that the 290K Plus is at the very top of the performance heap, making the combo's overall rank of 1285 a direct consequence of the RTX 5060's limitations rather than any deficiency in the processor.

This ranking serves as a practical warning for builders. Investing in a top-tier CPU like the 290K Plus will not boost a mid-range GPU to a high-tier gaming experience in Fivem. The combo rank data shows that the GPU is the decisive factor for this game's frame rates. A system with a more balanced pairing, even with a significantly weaker CPU, would likely rank higher if it had a stronger GPU. This specific combination represents a lopsided build where a substantial portion of the CPU's potential is left untapped in this workload.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost clock of 2497 MHz. With 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, its raw compute capability is rated at 19.18 TFLOPS for FP32 operations. The GPU's percentile rank of 72 among all tested GPUs confirms its position as a solid mid-range performer, but not a high-end one.

In Fivem, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor. The benchmark results show that at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS drops to 36. This is the lowest score in the dataset and suggests that the game is not only demanding on the GPU's compute units but also likely exceeding the available VRAM at this resolution and quality level, causing significant performance degradation. The 4K Medium setting, with an average of 58 FPS and a minimum of 49 FPS, also shows signs of strain, whereas the 4K Low setting improves to 74 FPS, indicating that reducing texture and detail levels helps alleviate some of the memory pressure.

Interestingly, the GPU's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Radeon 860M and NVIDIA GeForce MX550, which are integrated or entry-level parts with similar average scores (26401 and 26421, respectively, with deltaPct of -0.3). This reflects the RTX 5060's efficiency, but it also highlights that its performance class is not far above those low-power solutions in synthetic benchmarks. The measured FPS in Fivem, however, shows that the RTX 5060 can produce playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but it is not a card designed for high-refresh-rate 4K gaming.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete FPS data provides a detailed picture of this combo's capabilities across three resolutions and four quality presets. At 1920x1080, the performance is generally strong, with an average of 201 FPS on Low settings, 159 FPS on Medium (with a minimum of 135 FPS and maximum of 183 FPS), 127 FPS on High, and 99 FPS on Ultra. These numbers show that at 1080p, the system is capable of high refresh rate gaming, though the 99 FPS on Ultra still falls short of a 144 Hz display's maximum potential.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates drop significantly. Low settings produce an average of 133 FPS, which is still excellent for competitive play. Medium settings yield 105 FPS (minimum 89 FPS, maximum 120 FPS), High settings produce 84 FPS, and Ultra settings drop to 65 FPS. The 65 FPS on Ultra is borderline for a smooth 60 Hz experience, but the minimum FPS data for Medium suggests there can be dips that might be noticeable.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 5060's limitations become stark. Low settings produce an average of 74 FPS, which is playable but not fluid for fast-paced action. Medium settings drop to 58 FPS (minimum 49 FPS, maximum 67 FPS), High settings fall to 46 FPS, and Ultra settings bottom out at 36 FPS. None of these 4K results provide a consistently smooth 60 FPS experience, and the Ultra setting is effectively unplayable for a competitive multiplayer title like Fivem. The data clearly shows that users should target 1080p or 1440p for a balanced experience, with 4K reserved for less demanding titles or lower quality presets.

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 is built on a 3 nm process and features 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Its benchmark scores are exceptional, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 51731 and a single-core score of 7303. In Passmark, the multithread score of 60860 and single-thread score of 4823 further cement its top-tier status. The CPU's 96th percentile ranking and average score of 84003 place it among the fastest processors available, as evidenced by its narrow lead over the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (0.2% delta).

In Fivem, the CPU's role is to handle the game's simulation and netcode, which can be demanding in multiplayer scenarios. Given the 24 cores and high boost clock, the 290K Plus has more than enough compute headroom for this task. The measured FPS data supports this, as the performance scaling with resolution points entirely to the GPU as the bottleneck. At 1080p Low settings, the 201 FPS average is likely near the upper limit of what Fivem's engine can deliver, and the CPU is clearly not limiting this figure.

The high single-thread performance of 7303 in Cinebench R23 is particularly relevant for a game like Fivem, which may not fully utilize all 24 cores but benefits from fast individual core speeds. The data suggests that even in the most CPU-intensive scenarios, this processor would not be the cause of frame rate dips, as the GPU is already struggling to maintain high output at higher resolutions. For users with this CPU, the path to higher FPS lies entirely in upgrading the GPU, as the processor has demonstrated it has substantial performance in reserve.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 on High settings is the sweet spot, producing an average of 84 FPS. For higher refresh rates, 1920x1080 on Medium or High settings yields 159 FPS and 127 FPS, respectively.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Fivem?

A: Not at playable frame rates for consistent quality. The 4K results show averages of 74 FPS on Low, 58 FPS on Medium, 46 FPS on High, and 36 FPS on Ultra. Only the Low setting approaches a playable 60 FPS, and it falls short of a smooth experience.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rival?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus scores 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K in average benchmark score. It also leads the AMD EPYC 4584PX by 1.1% and the AMD EPYC 9135 by 1.2%, but trails the AMD EPYC 7F72 by 1.3%.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this system for Fivem?

A: The GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The resolution scaling data shows a 64% drop in FPS from 1080p to 4K at High settings, which is a classic sign of a GPU-limited workload. The CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by its 96th percentile ranking.

Q: What is the difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: At 1920x1080, the average FPS on Low settings is 201, while on Ultra settings it drops to 99. This represents a 102 FPS difference, or a 51% reduction in performance when using the highest quality preset.

Q: Does the GPU's 8 GB VRAM affect performance in Fivem?

A: Yes, the data suggests it does. The 4K Ultra setting, which is most likely to exceed 8 GB of VRAM, shows a severe drop to 36 FPS. Even at 4K Medium, the minimum FPS of 49 indicates potential stuttering, likely due to memory constraints at that resolution.