Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-12700K paired with the Intel Arc B570 delivers a solid, playable experience in Undisputed at 1080p and 1440p, but struggles to maintain a consistent 60+ FPS at 4K on higher presets. The data shows this combo is capable of high refresh rates at lower resolutions, with the sweet spot being 1440p High settings, while 4K requires dropping to Medium to stay above the 60 FPS threshold.

Measured FPS Breakdown

Benchmark results for this combination were measured across three resolutions and four quality presets, revealing a clear performance curve. At 1920x1080, the system is overwhelmingly capable, delivering an average of 195 FPS on Low settings. Moving up to Medium yields 141 FPS average with a minimum of 120 FPS and a maximum of 162 FPS. High settings still produce an excellent 116 FPS average, and even the demanding Ultra preset maintains a smooth 75 FPS average. This resolution is clearly where the combo shines, with all presets comfortably exceeding the 60 FPS playable threshold.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but the gap between presets widens. The Low preset achieves an average of 141 FPS, while Medium delivers 102 FPS with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. High settings still provide a very playable 84 FPS average. However, the Ultra preset drops significantly to 54 FPS average, falling just below the 60 FPS threshold. This indicates that 1440p Ultra is too demanding for this hardware combination in Undisputed.

The 3840x2160 results show the most pronounced scaling, with the Arc B570 hitting its limits. Low settings produce an average of 89 FPS, which is surprisingly strong for 4K. Medium settings drop to 64 FPS average, with a minimum of 55 FPS and a maximum of 74 FPS. High settings fall to 53 FPS average, and Ultra plummets to 34 FPS average. The data clearly shows that 4K gaming with this combo requires significant compromises, and only Low and Medium presets maintain playable frame rates.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions reveals a clear shift in bottleneck behavior. At 1920x1080, the CPU's role is more pronounced, as the GPU has headroom to render frames quickly. The jump from Low to Ultra at 1080p is from 195 FPS to 75 FPS, a drop of roughly 62%, suggesting that the graphics card is the limiting factor as settings increase, but the Core i7-12700K with its 12 cores and 20 threads provides enough processing power to keep frame times consistent at high rates.

As resolution increases to 2560x1440, the GPU becomes increasingly dominant. The Low preset still achieves 141 FPS, but Ultra drops to 54 FPS. This 62% reduction from Low to Ultra at 1440p is similar to 1080p, indicating that the Arc B570's rendering pipeline is the primary constraint when graphical complexity rises. The CPU's 3DMark multi-threaded score of 9979 and single-thread score of 1043 suggest it has ample headroom for this sports title, which is not heavily CPU-bound.

At 3840x2160, the GPU's limitations are fully exposed. The performance drop from Low (89 FPS) to Ultra (34 FPS) represents a 62% reduction, consistent with the other resolutions. This consistency across resolutions points to the Arc B570's compute capabilities, rated at 11.52 TFLOPS FP32, as the definitive bottleneck. The CPU's performance at 4K is effectively irrelevant, as the GPU cannot render frames fast enough to stress the processor. The data indicates that for this game, the Arc B570 dictates playability at all resolutions, while the i7-12700K provides a stable foundation without introducing frame pacing issues.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Undisputed at 1080p with all settings maxed out?*

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with the Ultra preset, the combo achieves an average of 75 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS playable threshold. This is the most demanding preset at this resolution and remains smooth.

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

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 delivers an average of 84 FPS, making it the most demanding playable option. Ultra drops to 54 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS threshold, so High is the recommended maximum.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this hardware?

A: Partially. At 3840x2160, Low settings achieve 89 FPS and Medium settings reach 64 FPS, both above 60 FPS. However, High (53 FPS) and Ultra (34 FPS) are not playable. Medium is the highest playable preset at 4K.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to similar GPUs in this system?

A: The Arc B570's average benchmark score of 20556 places it within 0.1% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (20534) and 0.1% ahead of the Intel Arc A750 (20582). Its percentile rank among all GPUs is 65.

Q: Does the CPU limit performance in this game?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-12700K ranks in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, and its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-12700KF, scores within -0.2%. Benchmark results show the GPU is the limiting factor, especially at higher resolutions.

Q: What frame rates can I expect on Medium settings at 1440p?

A: The Medium preset at 2560x1440 yields an average of 102 FPS, with a minimum of 86 FPS and a maximum of 117 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS threshold.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K + Intel Arc B570 combination ranks 2986th out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is expected given the Arc B570's position as a mid-range GPU. The CPU itself is strong, with an average benchmark score of 35287 and a percentile rank of 84 among all CPUs, but the GPU's average score of 20556 and 65th percentile pulls the overall combo ranking down.

The ranking context matters more than the raw position. The GPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Arc A750, which scores within -0.1%, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, which scores within 0.1%. This suggests the Arc B570 performs at a level comparable to these products, and the combo's ranking reflects that mid-tier positioning. For a sports game like Undisputed, which is not exceptionally demanding, this ranking still translates into playable performance at most settings, as the measured FPS data confirms.

The Verdict

Yes, this PC can run Undisputed, but the experience varies significantly by resolution and preset. At 1920x1080, all four presets — Low, Medium, High, and Ultra — clear the 60 FPS threshold, with the lowest performer being Ultra at 75 FPS average. This makes 1080p fully playable at maximum settings. At 2560x1440, the High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, delivering 84 FPS average, while Ultra falls short at 54 FPS. The verdict for 1440p is positive, but with a cap at High settings.

At 3840x2160, only Low (89 FPS) and Medium (64 FPS) presets are playable. High drops to 53 FPS and Ultra to 34 FPS, both below the playable threshold. The data shows that 4K gaming is possible but requires significant graphical compromises. For users prioritizing visual fidelity, 1440p High is the best balance, while 1080p Ultra offers the maximum quality experience without sacrificing frame rate. The system is unequivocally capable for this title, with the caveat that 4K Ultra remains out of reach.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the most demanding option that stays at or above 60 FPS, achieving an average of 75 FPS. This is the recommended setting for players who want maximum visual quality at 1080p.

At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers an average of 84 FPS, making it the most demanding playable option. The Medium preset offers 102 FPS for those who prefer higher refresh rates, but High is the best quality choice that maintains smooth gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset is the highest playable setting, with an average of 64 FPS and a minimum of 55 FPS. While this dips slightly below 60 FPS in demanding moments, the average remains above the threshold. Low settings provide a more comfortable 89 FPS average for 4K players who prioritize smoothness over detail.