Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a surprisingly robust experience in Undisputed, with benchmark data showing playable frame rates across a wide range of settings at every tested resolution. The measured frames per second (FPS) reveal a system that can comfortably handle the game’s demands, though the gap between the highest presets and the playable threshold at 4K highlights a clear performance ceiling. This analysis breaks down the measured FPS, the division of labor between CPU and GPU, the optimal settings per resolution, and how this pairing compares to other tested hardware.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data for this combination spans three resolutions and four quality presets, with average frame rates ranging from a low of 39 FPS to a high of 221 FPS. The most demanding scenario is at 3840x2160 (4K) with Ultra settings, where the average FPS drops to 39, falling below the 60 FPS playable threshold. At the same resolution, the High preset achieves an average of 60 FPS, while Medium shows an average of 73 FPS with a minimum of 62 and a maximum of 84 FPS. Dropping to Low settings at 4K yields an average of 101 FPS, showing a substantial performance headroom when visual fidelity is lowered.

Moving to 2560x1440 (1440p), the data indicates a significant improvement across all presets. Ultra settings here produce an average of 61 FPS, just clearing the playable threshold. The High preset reaches an average of 95 FPS, Medium averages 115 FPS with a range between 98 and 132 FPS, and Low settings average 160 FPS. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot for this hardware, allowing the highest quality preset to remain playable.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system demonstrates its peak performance. The Ultra preset averages 85 FPS, High averages 132 FPS, and Medium averages 159 FPS with a minimum of 135 and a maximum of 183 FPS. The Low preset at 1080p produces an average of 221 FPS, indicating that the GPU is heavily underutilized at this resolution and lower settings, with the frame rate likely constrained by other factors. Notably, the data only includes min and max FPS for the Medium preset at each resolution, showing that the frame pacing is consistent, with the 4K Medium minimum of 62 FPS staying above the playable threshold.

CPU and GPU Roles

The benchmark results indicate a shifting balance between CPU and GPU influence depending on the resolution and preset selected. At 1080p, the performance scaling from Low to Ultra is dramatic, with average FPS dropping from 221 to 85, a reduction of 136 FPS. This steep decline suggests that at lower resolutions, the Intel Core i7-12700K is capable of feeding frames fast enough that the Intel Arc B580 becomes the primary bottleneck, particularly as visual demands increase with higher preset quality. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded capabilities, evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784, likely prevent it from being a limiting factor at this resolution.

As the resolution increases to 1440p, the average FPS for each preset scales down predictably, but the relative differences between presets remain consistent. The Ultra preset at 1440p averages 61 FPS, which is 24 FPS lower than the 1080p Ultra average of 85 FPS. This indicates that the GPU is now taking on a more significant role, as the increased pixel count places a heavier load on the rendering pipeline. The CPU’s role begins to diminish, but its performance is still sufficient to avoid creating a significant bottleneck.

At 4K, the GPU’s dominance becomes clear. The Ultra preset drops to an average of 39 FPS, a 46 FPS reduction from 1080p Ultra. This sharp decline underscores that the Arc B580 is the limiting factor at this resolution, as the sheer number of pixels overwhelms its 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance. The CPU’s influence is minimal here; even with its 12 cores and 20 threads, the i7-12700K cannot compensate for the GPU’s inability to process the 4K workload at Ultra quality. The scaling between resolutions shows that the GPU is the decisive component for higher visual fidelity, while the CPU provides a solid foundation that prevents frame rate drops in less demanding scenarios.

Best Settings per Resolution

For 3840x2160, the most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is High, which achieves an average of exactly 60 FPS. The Medium preset also remains playable with an average of 73 FPS, but High represents the best visual quality that maintains the playable threshold. The Ultra preset falls short at 39 FPS, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset is the best choice, averaging 61 FPS. This is a marginal but clear victory over the 60 FPS threshold, allowing players to experience the highest visual settings without sacrificing playability. The High preset at 95 FPS offers more headroom, but Ultra is the most demanding option that still clears the mark.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is the clear winner, averaging 85 FPS. This provides ample performance above the 60 FPS threshold, making it the recommended setting for this resolution. The data shows that at 1080p, players can enjoy the full visual experience without any performance concerns, as even the most demanding preset maintains a significant margin above the playable threshold.

FAQ

*Q: Can this PC run Undisputed at 4K with the highest settings?*

A: No. At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 39, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The best playable preset at 4K is High, which averages 60 FPS.

Q: What is the maximum average FPS achievable at 1080p?

A: The highest average FPS recorded is 221, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings. At the Ultra preset, the average FPS is 85.

Q: Does the Intel Arc B580 bottleneck the system at lower resolutions?

A: Yes, at 1080p, the frame rate drops from 221 FPS on Low to 85 FPS on Ultra, indicating that the GPU becomes the limiting factor as settings increase. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to keep up at this resolution.

Q: Which resolution offers the best balance of visual quality and performance?

A: 2560x1440 with Ultra settings averages 61 FPS, allowing the highest quality preset to remain playable. This is the most demanding preset that clears the 60 FPS threshold at this resolution.

Q: How does the 4K Medium preset compare to the 4K High preset in terms of frame consistency?

A: The 4K Medium preset has a minimum FPS of 62 and a maximum of 84, with an average of 73 FPS. The 4K High preset only has an average of 60 FPS, with no min or max data provided.

Q: Is the 1440p Ultra preset reliable for sustained gameplay?

A: The data shows an average of 61 FPS for 1440p Ultra, which is just above the playable threshold. While it clears the mark, the margin is slim, and frame rate fluctuations could potentially drop below 60 FPS in demanding scenes.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the nearest rivals for the CPU, the Intel Core i7-12700K sits close to several other processors in overall benchmark performance. The Intel Core i5-13600T has an average score of 35305, a mere 0.1% difference from the i7-12700K’s 35287. Similarly, the Intel Core i7-12700KF is nearly identical at 35365, with a delta of -0.2%, meaning it would behave almost indistinguishably in this game. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403, again a negligible -0.3% difference, and the Intel Core 5 213PE is also within a hair’s breadth at 35428, showing a -0.4% delta. These CPUs would all provide a similar foundation for the Arc B580, ensuring that the GPU remains the primary factor in frame rate differences.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B580’s average benchmark score of 23021 places it in close company with several other graphics cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, a 0.2% difference, suggesting similar performance in this title. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is slightly lower at 22895, a 0.6% delta, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores higher at 23172, showing a -0.7% difference. The NVIDIA P106-100 rounds out the list with a score of 23249, a -1% delta. In practice, these GPUs would likely produce very similar frame rates in Undisputed, with the RTX 3080 potentially offering a marginal edge and the RTX 2080 possibly being slightly behind.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Arc B580 combination ranks 2794 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the database. This ranking is somewhat surprising given the playable performance at 1080p and 1440p, but it likely reflects the GPU’s limitations at higher resolutions and the fact that many other tested systems feature more powerful graphics cards. The CPU’s 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs is strong, but the GPU’s 68th percentile ranking drags down the overall combination. The data suggests that while this combo is perfectly capable of running the game at medium-to-high settings, it does not stand out among the broader field of tested hardware, particularly when compared to systems with higher-end GPUs that can handle 4K Ultra without issue.

The Verdict

Benchmark results clearly indicate that this PC can run Undisputed at multiple resolutions and presets, with the verdict depending on the target display. At 3840x2160, the playable settings include High, Low, and Medium, with High being the best setting at an average of 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is not playable at this resolution, falling short at 39 FPS. For 2560x1440, all four presets—High, Low, Medium, and Ultra—are playable, with Ultra providing an average of 61 FPS. This resolution offers the most flexible experience, allowing players to choose between maximum visual fidelity and higher frame rates. At 1920x1080, every preset is playable, with Ultra averaging 85 FPS, making it the recommended choice for a smooth and visually rich experience. Ultimately, this combination is a capable performer for Undisputed, delivering playable frame rates at 1080p and 1440p across all settings, while 4K requires a reduction to High settings to maintain the 60 FPS playable threshold.