Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-13700K and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a strong showing in Undisputed, consistently clearing the 60 FPS playability threshold across most tested settings and resolutions. High-refresh-rate monitors will be well-served at 1080p and 1440p, while 4K gaming is viable with a slight settings adjustment. The data indicates this pairing is a capable and balanced setup for the game, though the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck at the highest fidelity presets.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Benchmark data places the Intel Core i7-13700K in a tight cluster of rivals, with its average score of 46881 differing by less than one percent from its nearest competitors. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971, a mere -0.2% difference, meaning these two processors will deliver nearly identical in-game performance. Similarly, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47022, -0.3%) and AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46654, 0.5%) are all within a fraction of a percent, making them all effective substitutes for the i7-13700K in this title. The Intel Xeon w3-2535 also sits in this band at 46653 with a 0.5% delta, showing the game is not highly dependent on the specific CPU choice among these top-tier options.

On the graphics side, the Intel Arc B580’s average score of 23021 places it alongside some notable cards. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP (23061, -0.2%) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (23172, -0.7%) are effectively tied with the Arc B580 in overall benchmark terms, despite being from different generations. This makes them interesting alternatives, though the RTX 3080’s higher score suggests it may pull ahead in some scenarios. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (22895, 0.6%) is also a close match. The data shows the B580 is a solid mid-range performer, but users coming from a high-end card like the RTX 3080 should not expect a major upgrade; the performance delta is negligible. The presence of the P106-100 (23249, -1%) in the same percentile is a statistical anomaly, as it is a mining-oriented card not representative of typical gaming performance.

How This Combo Ranks

In the broader context of all tested hardware combinations for Undisputed, the i7-13000K and Arc B580 pairing ranks 2836 out of 3718 possible combos. This places it in the lower half of the performance distribution, but the ranking is heavily influenced by the inclusion of many high-end and enthusiast-grade components. The data indicates that while this combo is not at the top of the leaderboard, it is far from the bottom. The percentileVsAllCpus for the CPU is 89, meaning it is in the top 11% of all processors tested, and the GPU’s percentile is 68. The combination's rank suggests that the CPU is a stronger component than the GPU relative to the test pool, and that in a game like Undisputed, the GPU is likely the limiting factor for achieving the highest preset scores.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data from the FACT PACK reveals a consistent performance pattern across resolutions and settings.

At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally fast. With Low settings, the average frame rate reaches 218.5 FPS. Moving to Medium drops this to 160.7 FPS, while High settings still produce 133.5 FPS. Even at Ultra settings, the average remains a very smooth 83.9 FPS. This resolution is clearly where the combo is most comfortable, offering headroom for high-refresh-rate monitors.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong. Low settings yield 161.7 FPS, Medium delivers 115.1 FPS, and High produces 92.9 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 58.6 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS playability threshold, indicating that a slight reduction from the highest preset is needed for a universally smooth experience.

At 3840x2160 (4K), the GPU is much more constrained. Low settings average 99.9 FPS, Medium averages 69.4 FPS, and High averages 62.2 FPS. The Ultra preset is only 39.1 FPS, which is not playable. The data shows a clear scaling pattern: as resolution increases, the gap between settings narrows, and the top presets become less viable.

The Verdict

Based on the measured data, the Intel Core i7-13700K + Intel Arc B580 can run Undisputed well across all tested resolutions, with clear recommendations for each.

• 1920x1080: The combo is fully playable at all settings, including Ultra, which averages 83.9 FPS. The best playable setting is Ultra at this resolution.
• 2560x1440: The system is playable at High (92.9 FPS), Medium (115.1 FPS), and Low (161.7 FPS), but the Ultra preset is not playable at 58.6 FPS. The best playable setting is High with an average of 92.9 FPS.
• 3840x2160: The system can clear 60 FPS at High (62.2 FPS), Medium (69.4 FPS), and Low (99.9 FPS). The Ultra preset is not playable at 39.1 FPS. The best playable setting is High with an average of 62.2 FPS.

The verdict is clear: this is a capable 1080p and 1440p gaming rig for this title. At 4K, users can still enjoy high fidelity with a modest settings adjustment, but the Ultra preset is off the table.

CPU and GPU Roles

The data shows a clear division of labor between the CPU and GPU in Undisputed. The CPU’s high percentile ranking (89) and strong multi-threaded scores (e.g., 30745 in Cinebench R23) suggest it is more than capable of feeding the GPU. The GPU’s lower percentile (68) and its average score of 23021 indicate that it is the performance bottleneck at higher settings.

This is most evident when comparing the FPS scaling. At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is 83.9 FPS, which is a 61% drop from the Low preset’s 218.5 FPS. This shows that the GPU is heavily stressed by the higher settings even at low resolution. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset is only 39.1 FPS, a 60% drop from the Low preset’s 99.9 FPS. The scaling between resolutions shows that the GPU is the primary limiting factor.

The CPU’s role is more constant. The i7-13700K’s high multi-threaded scores (e.g., 45887 in Passmark Multi-thread) ensure it can keep up with the game’s simulation and physics demands. The data suggests that users upgrading from a lower-end CPU would see little benefit in this game at 1080p, but the combination is still well-balanced for the target resolutions. The GPU is the component that must be tuned down when pressing for higher frame rates.

FAQ

Q: Can this PC run the game at Ultra settings at 1080p?

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows an average FPS of 83.9 at 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, which clears the 60 FPS playability threshold.

Q: What is the best playable setting at 2560x1440?

A: The best playable setting is High, with an average FPS of 92.9. The Ultra preset dips to 58.6 FPS, falling just below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: Is a stable 60 FPS achievable at 4K?

A: Yes, but not at the highest preset. The data shows that at 3840x2160, the High preset averages 62.2 FPS, which is playable. Medium and Low presets also clear 60 FPS.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13700K compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900?

A: They are nearly identical in performance. The i7-13700K has an average score of 46881, while the Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971, a difference of -0.2%, which is negligible in real-world usage.

Q: Which component is the main bottleneck for this game?

A: The GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The Arc B580’s score is at the 68th percentile, while the CPU is at the 88th percentile, indicating the GPU is the limiting factor when trying to increase resolution.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B580 a good match for the i7-13700K in this game?

A: Yes, the data shows it is a balanced pairing. The CPU provides ample headroom, and the GPU is capable of delivering 60 FPS at High settings in 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. The only exception is the 1440p and 4K Ultra presets.