Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-12600KF paired with the Intel Arc B570 is a combination that sits near the middle of the database’s tested configurations for Undisputed, ranking 2986 out of 3718 combos. That places it in roughly the 20th percentile of all tested systems, meaning a substantial majority of other CPU-GPU pairings deliver higher average frame rates in this title. However, the rank alone does not tell the full story, as the measured frame rates reveal a system that is highly capable at standard resolutions, with performance degrading predictably as pixel count and graphical load increase. The data indicates this is not a top-tier combo for 4K enthusiasts, but it remains a viable option for mainstream gaming at 1080p and 1440p, where it clears the 60 FPS threshold with room to spare across multiple presets.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2986 out of 3718 tested configurations places it in the lower half of the database’s performance distribution for Undisputed, yet the frame rate measurements suggest this ranking undersells its practical capability. The discrepancy arises because the rank aggregates performance across all tested resolutions and presets, which heavily weights the demanding 4K Ultra scenario where this combo manages only 34 FPS. At 1920x1080, the same hardware achieves 75 FPS on Ultra settings, demonstrating that the combo is far more competitive at lower resolutions. The percentile data for the individual components corroborates this: the CPU sits at the 79th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks at the 65th percentile among all graphics cards. Neither component is a bottleneck in absolute terms, but the combination’s overall ranking suggests that the GPU’s mid-pack standing limits extreme high-resolution performance. For a sports game like Undisputed, which typically emphasizes smooth animation and responsive controls over raw visual fidelity, the measured results show that the combo’s rank understates its real-world usability at the resolutions most players actually use.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Looking at the nearest rivals for both components provides context for what else would behave similarly in this game. The CPU’s closest competitors include the Intel Core i9-10900K, which scores virtually identically on average (27872 vs 27799, a delta of -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which is also within 0.3% of the 12600KF’s average benchmark score. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE and Ryzen 7 6800U round out the CPU’s immediate neighborhood, with deltas of +0.3% and -0.3% respectively. This means that swapping the 12600KF for any of these four processors would produce nearly indistinguishable frame rates in Undisputed, assuming the GPU remains constant. On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B570’s nearest rival is the Intel Arc A750, which scores just 0.1% higher on average, making it a near-exact performance match. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile also sits within 0.1%, while the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M and AMD Radeon R9 M390X trail by 0.4% and lead by 0.5% respectively, though these latter two are unlikely to be relevant for gaming desktops. For a system builder, this means that choosing any of these near-identical components would yield very similar results in Undisputed, with the Arc A750 being the most logical GPU alternative due to its desktop form factor and comparable performance profile.

CPU and GPU Roles

The measured FPS data across resolutions and presets reveals how the CPU and GPU share the workload in Undisputed. At 1920x1080, the system scales from 75 FPS on Ultra to 195 FPS on Low, a 2.6x increase that indicates the GPU is the primary limiter at this resolution, as lowering settings dramatically improves throughput. The CPU’s role becomes more apparent when examining the jump from 1080p to 1440p at the same preset: High settings drop from 116 FPS to 84 FPS, a 27.6% reduction that aligns closely with the 1.78x pixel count increase, suggesting the GPU is still the dominant constraint. However, at 3840x2160, the scaling shifts—High settings yield 53 FPS, which is only 37% of the 1080p High result, a steeper drop than pixel count alone would predict. This implies that at 4K, the GPU reaches its memory bandwidth or shading limits, and the CPU’s 10 cores and 16 threads are sufficient to feed the Arc B570 without becoming the bottleneck. The fact that Medium settings at 4K produce 64 FPS while Low produces 89 FPS further indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor across all resolutions, with the CPU maintaining consistent performance headroom. The 12600KF’s benchmark scores—particularly its 23391 Cinebench R23 multicore result and 3302 single-core score—suggest it has ample processing power for a sports title that likely relies on a few heavily optimized threads for simulation logic.

The Verdict

Based on the measured data, this PC can run Undisputed successfully at all three tested resolutions, provided the right settings are selected. At 1920x1080, the system clears 60 FPS on every preset, including Ultra, which averages 75 FPS. This makes 1080p the most versatile resolution, as even the highest quality settings remain playable. At 2560x1440, the combo maintains 60 FPS on High, Medium, and Low settings, with High averaging 84 FPS—well above the playable threshold. However, Ultra at 1440p drops to 54 FPS, falling short of the 60 FPS target. At 3840x2160, the situation tightens further: Medium settings average 64 FPS and low averages 89 FPS, both playable, but High falls to 53 FPS and Ultra to 34 FPS. The verdict data confirms these observations, listing Low and Medium as playable at 4K, High, Medium, and Low as playable at 1440p, and all four presets as playable at 1080p. For players prioritizing visual quality, the best course is to select the highest preset that maintains 60 FPS at each resolution—Medium at 4K, High at 1440p, and Ultra at 1080p.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured frame rates provides a detailed picture of performance scaling. At 3840x2160, the system averages 53 FPS on High settings, 89 FPS on Low, 64 FPS on Medium, and 34 FPS on Ultra. The Medium preset includes additional data points: a minimum of 55 FPS and a maximum of 74 FPS, showing that even the average 64 FPS figure has occasional dips below the 60 FPS threshold, though the minimum remains close to playable. At 2560x1440, High averages 84 FPS, Low averages 141 FPS, Medium averages 102 FPS with a minimum of 86 FPS and maximum of 117 FPS, and Ultra averages 54 FPS. The 1440p Medium data is particularly reassuring, as the minimum of 86 FPS indicates consistent performance without significant frame drops. At 1920x1080, the numbers are uniformly strong: High averages 116 FPS, Low averages 195 FPS, Medium averages 141 FPS with a minimum of 120 FPS and maximum of 162 FPS, and Ultra averages 75 FPS. The 1080p Medium minimum of 120 FPS demonstrates that the system maintains high frame rates even during intense gameplay sequences, making it an excellent choice for competitive play where frame consistency matters more than absolute maximums.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run Undisputed at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, but only on Medium and Low settings. At 3840x2160, Medium averages 64 FPS and Low averages 89 FPS, both above the 60 FPS playable threshold. High settings drop to 53 FPS and Ultra to 34 FPS, which are not playable.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming?

A: High settings at 2560x1440 average 84 FPS, making it the highest preset that stays above 60 FPS. Ultra at this resolution averages 54 FPS, which falls short of the playable threshold.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B570 compare to the Intel Arc A750 in this game?

A: The two GPUs are nearly identical in performance, with the Arc A750 scoring 0.1% higher on average in benchmark tests. In Undisputed, players would not notice a meaningful difference between them.

Q: Is the Core i5-12600KF a bottleneck for the Arc B570?

A: The data suggests no. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 27799 places it at the 79th percentile, and frame rate scaling between resolutions closely follows the GPU’s expected performance curve, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor at all settings.

Q: What FPS can I expect at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: The system averages 75 FPS at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold. This makes 1080p the only resolution where the highest quality preset is fully playable.

Q: Does the combo maintain consistent frame times, or are there drops?

A: Where minimum FPS data is available, the results are strong. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 120 FPS against an average of 141 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the minimum is 86 FPS against an average of 102 FPS. At 4K Medium, the minimum is 55 FPS against an average of 64 FPS, showing that drops become more pronounced at higher resolutions.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, which averages 64 FPS. This setting provides a balanced visual experience while maintaining playable frame rates, though the minimum of 55 FPS indicates occasional minor dips below the target. At 2560x1440, High settings are the optimal choice, averaging 84 FPS with no minimum FPS data suggesting significant drops. This preset delivers excellent visual quality while providing substantial headroom above the 60 FPS threshold. At 1920x1080, Ultra settings are fully playable with an average of 75 FPS, allowing players to experience the game at its highest visual fidelity without compromising performance. For those seeking maximum frame rates, Low settings at 1080p achieve 195 FPS, but the Ultra preset’s 75 FPS already exceeds the playable threshold by a comfortable margin, making it the recommended choice for most players at this resolution.