Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the Intel Arc B370 is a combination that lands near the bottom of the database rankings for Undisputed, sitting at rank 3429 out of 3718 tested combos. The data indicates this pairing is only suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K resolutions failing to maintain playable frame rates at any preset. The bottleneck is overwhelmingly the GPU, which ranks in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU sits in the 84th percentile, creating a massive imbalance that limits performance across all tested settings.

Similar Performance Alternatives

The Intel Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rivals in the database are nearly identical in performance, with the Intel Core i5-13600T scoring 35305 (0.1% faster), the Intel Core i7-12700KF scoring 35365 (0.2% faster), the Intel Core i7-13700T scoring 35403 (0.3% faster), and the Intel Core 5 213PE scoring 35428 (0.4% faster). For gaming purposes, any of these processors would deliver effectively the same CPU-side performance in Undisputed, meaning the choice between them would not change the measured frame rates given the GPU constraint.

The Intel Arc B370, in contrast, has an average benchmark score of just 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 with a score of 1186 (0.2% faster), the ATI Radeon HD 5770 with a score of 1190 (0.5% faster), the AMD Radeon HD 7650M with a score of 1192 (0.7% faster), and the AMD FirePro M2000 with a score of 1168 (1.4% slower). These comparisons show that the Arc B370 performs at a level comparable to older discrete GPUs and integrated mobile graphics from over a decade ago. In practical terms, users considering this GPU should expect performance similar to those legacy parts, which means low to medium settings at best for modern titles like Undisputed.

CPU and GPU Roles

The recorded data makes it clear that the GPU is the limiting factor in this combination. At 1080p, the CPU has ample headroom, as evidenced by the fact that lowering settings from Ultra to Low increases average FPS from 44 to 115. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario, where the graphics card cannot keep up with the CPU's output. The CPU's high percentile ranking (84th) compared to the GPU's low ranking (5th) further confirms this imbalance.

As resolution increases, the GPU becomes even more dominant in determining performance. At 1440p, the average FPS at High settings drops to 49, and at 4K it falls to 31. This progressive decline with resolution is a classic sign of GPU limitation, as the rendering workload scales with pixel count while the CPU workload remains relatively constant. The data shows that at 4K, even Low settings only achieve 52 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. At 1440p, Low settings reach 83 FPS and Medium reaches 60 FPS, but High and Ultra drop to 49 and 32 FPS respectively. At 1080p, the story improves, with High settings reaching 68 FPS and Medium hitting 83 FPS, while Ultra falls to 44 FPS.

The CPU's role is therefore largely to avoid being a bottleneck, which it does successfully. The Intel Core i7-12700K with 12 cores and 20 threads, boosting to 5.00 GHz, provides more than enough processing power for a sports title like Undisputed. The performance differences between presets at the same resolution are entirely attributable to the GPU's ability to handle the graphical workload, not CPU limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 3429 out of 3718 tested combos in the database, placing it in the bottom 8% of all tested configurations. This low ranking is driven entirely by the GPU, as the CPU alone would rank much higher. The data indicates that this combo is not competitive for high-settings gaming, and users should expect to compromise heavily on visual quality to achieve playable frame rates.

The ranking also suggests that many other CPU and GPU pairings in the database deliver better performance in Undisputed. Even though the CPU is a strong performer, the GPU's 5th percentile ranking drags the overall combo down. For context, the GPU's nearest rivals are all legacy parts, and the measured FPS numbers reflect that legacy performance level. Gamers seeking a smoother experience would need to consider a more capable GPU, as no amount of CPU power can overcome the graphics bottleneck observed in the data.

FAQ

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

A: No. The recorded data shows no playable settings at 3840x2160. The best result is 52 FPS at Low settings, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. High, Medium, and Ultra settings achieve 31, 38, and 20 FPS respectively, all well below playable levels.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p?

A: Medium settings at 2560x1440 deliver exactly 60 FPS average, which meets the playable threshold. Low settings run faster at 83 FPS, but Medium is the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS. High and Ultra settings fall below the threshold at 49 and 32 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game?

A: The GPU is far more important for this combination. The Arc B370 ranks in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, while the CPU ranks in the 84th percentile. The FPS scaling across resolutions and presets shows clear GPU limitation, as performance drops significantly when graphical load increases.

Q: What frame rates can be expected at 1080p High settings?

A: The measured average FPS at 1920x1080 with High settings is 68, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the best playable preset at this resolution, as Ultra settings drop to 44 FPS average.

Q: How does this combo compare to similar hardware?

A: The CPU's nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its average score, meaning any of them would perform identically in practice. The GPU's nearest rivals include the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and AMD Radeon HD 7650M, which are within 0.7% of its score, indicating similar legacy-level performance.

Q: Is 60 FPS achievable at any resolution with this combo?

A: Yes, at 1080p and 1440p. At 1080p, High, Medium, and Low settings all reach at least 68 FPS. At 1440p, Low and Medium settings reach 83 and 60 FPS respectively. At 4K, no preset achieves 60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the data shows the following averages: Low settings produce 52 FPS, Medium produces 38 FPS with a minimum of 32 and maximum of 43, High produces 31 FPS, and Ultra produces 20 FPS. No 4K preset reaches the 60 FPS playable threshold, and even Low settings fall 8 FPS short.

At 2560x1440, the results improve significantly: Low settings average 83 FPS, Medium averages exactly 60 FPS with a minimum of 51 and maximum of 69, High averages 49 FPS, and Ultra averages 32 FPS. The Medium preset is the most demanding option that stays playable, while Low provides a comfortable margin above the threshold.

At 1920x1080, the best results are recorded: Low settings average 115 FPS, Medium averages 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 and maximum of 95, High averages 68 FPS, and Ultra averages 44 FPS. This is the only resolution where High settings are playable, and the gap between High and Ultra is substantial at 24 FPS.

The data shows a consistent pattern where each resolution drop of roughly 33% in pixel count yields a proportional increase in frame rates, confirming the GPU-bound nature of this combination. The minimum and maximum values recorded for Medium settings at each resolution show reasonable frame consistency, with the spread between min and max being about 11 to 25 FPS.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 3840x2160, there is no playable preset. The database lists no playable settings for this resolution, as even Low settings fall short of the 60 FPS threshold at 52 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the best playable preset is Medium, which achieves exactly 60 FPS average. This is the most demanding setting that maintains playability, with Low as the alternative for higher frame rates at 83 FPS. High and Ultra are not recommended as they drop to 49 and 32 FPS respectively.

At 1920x1080, the best playable preset is High, delivering 68 FPS average. This is the most demanding setting that stays above the 60 FPS threshold. Medium runs at 83 FPS and Low at 115 FPS for those who prefer higher refresh rates, but High offers the best visual quality while remaining playable. Ultra settings at 44 FPS are not recommended, as the visual improvement does not justify the 24 FPS loss compared to High.

The overall recommendation from the recorded data is to run Undisputed at 1080p with High settings for the best balance of visual quality and performance. Users prioritizing higher resolutions should drop to 1440p Medium, and 4K is not viable with this hardware combination.