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FiveM is GTA V modded for roleplay. It streams custom vehicles, maps, scripts, and audio to players — making bandwidth and single-thread CPU performance the critical factors.

Starter

Up to 32 players Light scripts, simple framework
from €14.99/mo
VPS
CPU
4 cores @ 3.0+ GHz
RAM
8 GB RAM
Storage
50 GB SSD
Network
1 Gbps unlimited
Instant

Good for testing your RP concept

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Serious RP

64–128 players Heavy framework + custom assets
from €79.99/mo
Dedicated server
CPU
8 cores @ 3.5+ GHz
RAM
32 GB RAM
Storage
120 GB NVMe
Network
1 Gbps unlimited
24–48h

Full hardware, zero virtualization overhead

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Why FiveM needs specific hardware

Clock speed over core count

FiveM's main server thread is single-threaded. A CPU running at 3.8 GHz will handle more players smoothly than a 2.4 GHz 8-core.

Unlimited bandwidth is critical

FiveM streams custom vehicles, textures, audio packs, and MLO interiors to every connecting player. A 1 TB/month cap can be hit within days on a busy server.

NVMe for fast resource loading

Hundreds of scripts and resources are loaded at server start and sent to connecting clients. NVMe storage cuts this time significantly.

RAM for your framework

ESX and QBCore with a full economy, job scripts, and housing systems easily consume 6–12 GB RAM. Leave headroom for growth.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a GTA V license to run a FiveM server?

No. The FiveM dedicated server runs without a GTA V license on the server side. Each connecting player needs their own legitimate copy of GTA V.

Can I install ESX or QBCore on my server?

Yes. Both are open-source frameworks installed via SSH. Clone the repository, configure MySQL/MariaDB, and set up your framework freely — no restrictions.

What database does ESX or QBCore require?

Both frameworks require MySQL or MariaDB. You can install MariaDB on the same server as FiveM. We recommend at least 16 GB RAM if running both on the same machine.

How many custom vehicles and MLO interiors can I add?

There is no hard limit — performance depends on your server resources. A VPS or dedicated server with 16 GB RAM and unlimited bandwidth handles most full RP frameworks comfortably.

Can I use a custom domain for my FiveM server?

Yes. Point any domain or subdomain to your server IP. FiveM also supports listing on the server browser, configured via your server.cfg.

FiveM server hosting requires specific hardware choices. Because FiveM runs on a single main thread, clock speed is more important than core count — a high-frequency CPU will serve your RP community better than a many-core low-frequency processor. Custom vehicles, MLO interiors, and audio packs are streamed to players, making unlimited bandwidth essential. Dedimax provides high-performance VPS and dedicated servers with unlimited traffic — your FiveM community will never get disconnected due to bandwidth limits. Full root access means you can install any framework (ESX, QBCore, vRP) and any scripts without restrictions.

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