Fivem

# How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D sits at the top of the tested hierarchy for Fivem, claiming the #1 spot out of 3,005 combos in this database. This is a commanding position, placing this pairing ahead of virtually every other CPU-GPU combination tested for this multiplayer title. The ranking reflects the combined strength of both components, but the data suggests the CPU plays an outsized role in this specific game.

The combo's dominance is not a marginal win. Being ranked first out of 3,005 tested configurations means the system is at the 99.97th percentile of all tested hardware in Fivem. This is a significant achievement, especially considering the game's age and its reputation for being sensitive to single-thread performance. The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus, with its 24 cores and 24 threads, posts a single-thread score of 4,823 in PassMark, and this raw single-core strength likely contributes heavily to the top-tier ranking. In a game like Fivem, which often relies on a few heavily loaded threads, this CPU's capability is a critical asset.

The nearestRivals data for the CPU reinforces this point. The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus achieves an average benchmark score of 84,003, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (83,807) and 1.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 4584PX (83,090). While these deltas are small in synthetic workloads, the 290K Plus's edge in the Fivem-specific combo ranking suggests that its architectural advantages—such as the 3 nm process node and Arrow Lake Refresh design—translate into real-world gains in this particular game. The CPU's percentileVsAllCpus of 96 further cements its position as a top-tier processor, but it is the combination with the RTX 5090 D that pushes this pairing to the absolute pinnacle.

On the GPU side, the RTX 5090 D holds a percentileVsAllGpus of 92, which is high but not as dominant as the combo's overall rank. Its average benchmark score of 77,712 places it 1.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (76,904) and 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (78,940) in the nearestRivals list. This is a curious data point: the RTX 5090 D, despite being a flagship desktop card, is bracketed by mobile and data-center GPUs in the synthetic averages. However, in the measured FPS data for Fivem, the GPU's performance is exceptional, suggesting that the game's workload is more CPU-bound at lower resolutions and GPU-bound at higher ones, where the 5090 D's massive memory bandwidth and compute resources shine.

The combo's rank of 1 out of 3,005 is the headline, but it is the nuanced interplay between the CPU and GPU that explains why this pairing is so effective. The CPU provides the raw single-thread and multi-thread horsepower to handle the game's simulation and scripting logic, while the GPU ensures that visual fidelity does not become a bottleneck. Together, they create a system that is not just fast but also balanced, a rarity in a game like Fivem where performance can be erratic.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB202 chip, fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It packs 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 122.9M per mm². This is a massive chip, and its specifications reflect that: 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. The GPU's memory subsystem is equally imposing, featuring 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. The memory clock is listed at 1750 MHz, with an effective data rate of 28 Gbps.

In Fivem, the GPU's role is to render the game's world, which is a modified version of Grand Theft Auto V's engine. The 32 GB VRAM is more than sufficient for any texture pack or mod the game can throw at it, and the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth ensures that high-resolution textures stream in without stutter. The 5090 D's base clock is 2017 MHz, with a boost clock of 2407 MHz. These clocks, combined with the massive shader count, allow for high pixel rates (423.6 GPixel/s) and texture rates (1,636.8 GTexel/s), which are critical for maintaining frame rates in dense urban environments typical of Fivem servers.

The GPU's FP32 performance is 104.8 TFLOPS, which is a theoretical maximum but indicates the raw compute power available. In practice, the measured FPS data shows that the 5090 D is not the limiting factor at 1080p or 1440p. At 1080p Low settings, the combo achieves 402 FPS, which is far beyond any display's refresh rate, suggesting the CPU is the primary driver of performance at this resolution. The GPU's role becomes more pronounced as resolution increases, where the 5090 D's bandwidth and fill rate are taxed more heavily.

The RTX 5090 D's launch MSRP is 2,299 USD. It was released on 2025-01-29, and its predecessor is the GeForce 40 series, with the GeForce 60 as its successor. The GPU has a TDP of 575 W, requires a 1x 16-pin power connector, and suggests a 950 W PSU. It is a dual-slot card measuring 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width. The card supports PCIe 5.0 x16 and offers 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b outputs. Its API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with Fivem's requirements.

In the context of Fivem's measured results, the 5090 D's strengths are most evident at 4K Ultra settings, where it still manages 72 FPS. This is a demanding workload, and the GPU's 32 GB VRAM prevents any memory-related bottlenecks, while its 512-bit bus ensures data can be fed to the cores quickly. The GPU's benchmark scores, such as a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 14,326 and a PassMark G3D score of 44,065, are indicative of its overall capability, but in Fivem, the data shows it is the CPU that often dictates the ceiling.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data for Fivem shows a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions. At 1080p, the combo is severely CPU-bound, with frame rates that are extraordinarily high. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 402, which drops to 317 at Medium, 254 at High, and 197 at Ultra. These numbers indicate that the CPU, not the GPU, is the limiting factor at this resolution. The RTX 5090 D has ample headroom to push more frames, but the game's logic and draw calls are constrained by the CPU's ability to process them.

Moving to 1440p, the frame rates remain high but show a more pronounced drop as settings increase. At 1440p Low, the average FPS is 265, which is a 34% decrease from 1080p Low. At Medium, it drops to 209 FPS (a 34% decrease from 1080p Medium), at High it is 167 FPS (a 34% decrease), and at Ultra it falls to 130 FPS (a 34% decrease). The consistent 34% drop across settings from 1080p to 1440p suggests that the GPU is starting to play a larger role, but the CPU is still a significant contributor. The scaling is not linear with pixel count (which would suggest a 44% increase in pixels), indicating that the CPU is still the primary bottleneck.

At 4K, the pattern shifts decisively. The average FPS at 4K Low is 147, which is a 45% drop from 1440p Low. At Medium, it drops to 116 FPS (a 44% drop), at High it is 93 FPS (a 44% drop), and at Ultra it falls to 72 FPS (a 45% drop). This scaling is closer to the 2.25x pixel increase from 1440p to 4K, indicating that the GPU is now the dominant limiting factor. The RTX 5090 D's performance at 4K is still impressive, but the data clearly shows that the transition from 1440p to 4K marks the point where the GPU's workload becomes the primary constraint.

The resolution scaling analysis reveals a dual-bottleneck scenario: at 1080p and 1440p, the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is the limiting component, while at 4K, the RTX 5090 D takes over as the primary bottleneck. This is typical for high-end hardware in a game like Fivem, where the CPU's single-thread performance is critical for physics, AI, and scripting, while the GPU handles rendering. The data suggests that for competitive play at high refresh rates, 1080p or 1440p is the sweet spot, where the CPU's strengths are fully utilized. For 4K gaming, the GPU's massive bandwidth and compute power ensure playable frame rates, but the CPU's advantage is less visible.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a granular view of the combo's performance across resolutions and settings. All numbers are averages, with min and max FPS only provided for Medium settings at each resolution.

1920x1080 (1080p):

• Low: 402 FPS average
• Medium: 317 FPS average, with min 270 FPS and max 365 FPS
• High: 254 FPS average
• Ultra: 197 FPS average

At 1080p, the combo is exceptionally fast. The 402 FPS at Low is a staggering figure, but it is importantly Fivem's Low preset likely disables many visual effects, reducing the GPU load and allowing the CPU to run at full tilt. The Medium preset shows a 21% drop from Low, and the min FPS of 270 is still above the refresh rate of most monitors. High and Ultra presets continue to scale down, with Ultra at 197 FPS, which is still high but shows the impact of increased draw distances and effects.

2560x1440 (1440p):

• Low: 265 FPS average
• Medium: 209 FPS average, with min 178 FPS and max 240 FPS
• High: 167 FPS average
• Ultra: 130 FPS average

At 1440p, the frame rates are still excellent. The 265 FPS at Low is 34% lower than 1080p Low, which is expected given the 44% increase in pixel count. The Medium preset's min FPS of 178 is still high enough for a 144Hz display, and the max of 240 FPS suggests the system can push beyond 240Hz in less demanding scenes. Ultra at 130 FPS is a solid experience for high-refresh-rate gaming, though it is a 51% drop from Low, indicating that the Ultra settings are taxing the GPU more heavily.

3840x2160 (4K):

• Low: 147 FPS average
• Medium: 116 FPS average, with min 99 FPS and max 133 FPS
• High: 93 FPS average
• Ultra: 72 FPS average

At 4K, the combo remains playable across all settings. The 147 FPS at Low is remarkable for 4K, but the 72 FPS at Ultra is the lowest average recorded. The Medium preset's min FPS of 99 is above 60, ensuring smooth gameplay, but the Ultra preset's average of 72 FPS suggests that some users may prefer to lower settings to maintain a consistent 100+ FPS experience. The data shows that 4K is where the GPU's limits are reached, but the RTX 5090 D still delivers a playable experience even at the highest settings.

The min and max FPS data for Medium settings across resolutions provides insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p Medium, the 270-365 FPS range indicates a 35% variation, which is relatively tight. At 1440p Medium, the 178-240 FPS range shows a similar 35% variation. At 4K Medium, the 99-133 FPS range is a 34% variation. This consistency suggests that the combo maintains stable frame pacing, with no major stutters or drops, across all resolutions.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best settings for this combo depend on the user's display refresh rate and resolution preference. The data shows that the combo is capable of extremely high frame rates at lower resolutions, but the choice of preset significantly impacts performance.

For 1080p users with a 240Hz or 360Hz monitor, the Low preset at 402 FPS is the clear choice if maximum frame rate is the goal. However, the Medium preset at 317 FPS offers a better visual experience while still exceeding the refresh rate of most high-end monitors. The High preset at 254 FPS is also a strong option, providing a balance of visual fidelity and performance. The Ultra preset at 197 FPS is the most visually demanding, but it still exceeds 144Hz, making it suitable for high-refresh-rate displays. For competitive play, Low or Medium is recommended to minimize input latency, but for a balance of visuals and performance, High is the sweet spot.

For 1440p users, the Medium preset at 209 FPS is the recommended starting point, as it provides a good balance of visual quality and performance. The High preset at 167 FPS is also excellent, especially for 144Hz or 165Hz monitors. The Low preset at 265 FPS is overkill for most displays and sacrifices visual quality unnecessarily. The Ultra preset at 130 FPS is the most demanding, and it is only recommended for users with 120Hz displays who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate. For most 1440p users, High is the best choice, as it delivers frame rates well above the 144Hz threshold while maintaining a high level of detail.

For 4K users, the situation is more nuanced. The Low preset at 147 FPS is ideal for users with 144Hz 4K displays who prioritize frame rate. The Medium preset at 116 FPS is a good compromise, offering higher visual quality while still staying above 100 FPS. The High preset at 93 FPS is suitable for 90Hz or 120Hz displays, but the Ultra preset at 72 FPS is only recommended for 60Hz displays or users who absolutely demand maximum visual fidelity. Given the data, the Medium preset at 4K is the most balanced recommendation, as it provides a 116 FPS average with a 99 FPS minimum, ensuring smooth gameplay without significant visual compromises.

In summary, the data suggests that the best experience is achieved by matching the preset to the display's refresh rate. For 1080p and 1440p, High or Medium presets are recommended for most users. For 4K, Medium is the sweet spot, with Low being the choice for high-refresh-rate displays and Ultra reserved for those who prioritize visuals over frame rate.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo's rank in Fivem compared to other tested configurations?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combo is ranked #1 out of 3,005 tested combinations for Fivem, placing it at the very top of the database.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has an average benchmark score of 84,003, which is 0.2% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K (83,807) and 1.1% higher than the AMD EPYC 4584PX (83,090). It trails the AMD EPYC 7F72 (85,072) by 1.3%.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and how does it affect performance?

A: The RTX 5090 D features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. This large memory pool and high bandwidth prevent texture streaming bottlenecks in Fivem, especially at 4K resolutions.

Q: How does performance scale from 1080p to 4K?

A: At 1080p, the combo is CPU-bound, with frame rates ranging from 402 FPS (Low) to 197 FPS (Ultra). At 1440p, frame rates drop by approximately 34% across all settings. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with frame rates dropping by an additional 44-45% from 1440p, resulting in 147 FPS (Low) to 72 FPS (Ultra).

Q: What is the best setting for a 1440p 144Hz monitor?

A: For a 1440p 144Hz display, the High preset (167 FPS average) is recommended, as it provides a comfortable margin above 144 FPS while maintaining good visual quality. The Medium preset (209 FPS) is also a strong option for users who prefer higher frame rates.

Q: Is the GPU or CPU the bottleneck in Fivem?

A: The bottleneck shifts with resolution. At 1080p and 1440p, the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is the limiting component, as frame rates are constrained by CPU single-thread performance. At 4K, the RTX 5090 D becomes the primary bottleneck, as the GPU's rendering workload increases with pixel count.