Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-14600KF and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a surprisingly strong performance profile in Undisputed, ranking in the 2849th position out of 3718 tested combos. This places the pairing in the lower-middle tier of the database, but the measured frame rates tell a more nuanced story: the combo clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution tested, albeit with a notable caveat at 4K Ultra settings. The data indicates this is a capable 1080p and 1440p machine for the boxing sim, with 4K performance dependent on preset selection.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 2849 out of 3718 tested combinations places it in the 23rd percentile of all tested systems for Undisputed. This might sound low, but the ranking reflects the entire pool of tested hardware, which includes far more powerful (and expensive) configurations. The CPU itself sits in the 90th percentile versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 49394, placing it just 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G. The GPU, meanwhile, ranks in the 68th percentile versus all GPUs, with an average score of 23021, putting it 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 but 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080.

What this means in practice is that the CPU is a high-end part that punches well above its weight class, while the GPU is a mid-range performer. The bottleneck in this pairing is clearly the graphics card, but the CPU’s headroom ensures that frame rates remain stable even when the GPU is fully loaded. In Undisputed, this translates to a system that can handle high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain playable frame rates at 4K Ultra. The rank of 2849 is a reflection of the GPU’s mid-tier standing; the measured FPS data shows the combo outperforms its rank would suggest at lower resolutions.

CPU and GPU Roles

Benchmark results indicate that the CPU’s role is primarily to provide a stable foundation, while the GPU dictates the frame rate ceiling. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is dramatic: the combo delivers 217.7 FPS on Low versus 81.7 FPS on Ultra. This 136 FPS gap at the same resolution shows that the GPU is the limiting factor when graphical load increases. However, the CPU’s strength becomes evident when comparing resolutions at the same preset. Moving from 1080p Ultra (81.7 FPS) to 1440p Ultra (64 FPS) is a 17.7 FPS drop, and then to 4K Ultra (38.7 FPS) a further 25.3 FPS drop. These scaling losses are consistent with GPU-bound performance — the CPU is not the constraint.

The CPU’s influence is more pronounced at lower settings and resolutions. At 1080p Low, the combo hits 217.7 FPS, which is high enough that the CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads are likely keeping up with the GPU’s output. The data shows the CPU has a 90th percentile standing, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32544, indicating it can feed even a fast GPU. But in Undisputed, the Arc B580’s 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 456.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are the primary drivers of frame rates. At 4K, the GPU’s 12 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit bus are sufficient for High and Medium presets, but Ultra settings push the render load beyond what the card can handle, dropping to 38.7 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 4K, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, which delivers an average of 60.1 FPS. Medium also clears the threshold at 70.7 FPS, and Low hits 100.8 FPS, but Ultra falls to 38.7 FPS and is unplayable. The data suggests that 4K High is the ceiling for this combo, with Ultra being the only preset that fails to meet the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 1440p, the combo can handle Ultra settings, which produce an average of 64 FPS. This is the best visual quality available while staying above 60 FPS. High (94.7 FPS), Medium (111.3 FPS), and Low (157.3 FPS) all provide even higher frame rates, but Ultra is the most demanding preset that remains playable. The 64 FPS average is above the playable threshold, though it leaves little headroom for demanding scenes.

At 1080p, Ultra settings are fully playable, with an average of 81.7 FPS. This is the best visual quality available without sacrificing frame rate. The other presets — High at 131.2 FPS, Medium at 157.2 FPS, and Low at 217.7 FPS — all exceed 60 FPS by a wide margin, but Ultra is the recommended choice for maximum fidelity. The 81.7 FPS average provides a comfortable buffer above the 60 FPS threshold, making this the ideal resolution for this combo.

FAQ

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

A: Yes, but only at High, Medium, or Low presets. The measured data shows High delivers 60.1 FPS, Medium 70.7 FPS, and Low 100.8 FPS. Ultra settings drop to 38.7 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p?

A: Ultra is the most demanding preset that stays above 60 FPS, averaging 64 FPS. If you prefer higher frame rates, High delivers 94.7 FPS, Medium 111.3 FPS, and Low 157.3 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the bottleneck in this combo?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. The CPU ranks in the 90th percentile overall, while the GPU ranks in the 68th percentile. The frame rate scaling between resolutions and presets shows the GPU’s workload is the primary constraint, especially at 4K Ultra.

Q: How does the Arc B580 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B580’s average benchmark score of 23021 is 0.6% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, and 0.7% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080. This places it firmly in the mid-range tier.

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

A: The measured average is 81.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This makes 1080p Ultra the best combination of visual quality and performance for this system.

Q: Does the CPU’s high benchmark score matter for this game?

A: The CPU’s 90th percentile standing (avg score 49394) ensures it won’t hold back the GPU in Undisputed. However, the frame rates are ultimately dictated by the GPU, as shown by the large FPS drops when moving from Low to Ultra settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the combo delivers the following average frame rates: Low settings hit 100.8 FPS, Medium reaches 70.7 FPS, High achieves 60.1 FPS, and Ultra drops to 38.7 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra is 21.4 FPS, indicating a steep performance cliff when the most demanding settings are enabled. No minimum or maximum FPS data is available for this resolution.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), the performance is significantly stronger: Low produces 157.3 FPS, Medium hits 111.3 FPS, High delivers 94.7 FPS, and Ultra reaches 64 FPS. The scaling from Ultra to High is a 30.7 FPS improvement, showing that dropping from the highest preset yields substantial gains. All presets clear the 60 FPS threshold.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the combo shows its best performance: Low hits 217.7 FPS, Medium reaches 157.2 FPS, High delivers 131.2 FPS, and Ultra still manages 81.7 FPS. Even the most demanding preset provides a healthy margin above the playable threshold. The difference between Low and Ultra is 136 FPS, highlighting the GPU’s workload scaling.

The Verdict

This PC can absolutely run Undisputed, with the data showing playable performance at every resolution. At 1080p, the verdict is unambiguous: all four presets — Low (217.7 FPS), Medium (157.2 FPS), High (131.2 FPS), and Ultra (81.7 FPS) — clear the 60 FPS playable threshold with room to spare. The best settings are Ultra, delivering 81.7 FPS, which is the recommended configuration for maximum visual quality without sacrificing smoothness.

At 1440p, the system remains fully playable across all presets. High (94.7 FPS), Medium (111.3 FPS), and Low (157.3 FPS) all exceed 60 FPS, and even Ultra manages 64 FPS. The best settings are Ultra, which provides the most demanding visual experience while staying just above the playable line. This resolution offers a good balance between fidelity and frame rate.

At 4K, the verdict is more conditional. High (60.1 FPS), Medium (70.7 FPS), and Low (100.8 FPS) are all playable, but Ultra falls to 38.7 FPS and is not recommended. The best settings are High, which delivers 60.1 FPS — right at the playable threshold. If you want to play at 4K, stick to High or lower presets; Ultra requires a more powerful GPU. For the smoothest experience, 1080p Ultra is the sweet spot, while 1440p Ultra offers a solid middle ground.