Undisputed

The Intel Core i7-14700KF paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a unique challenge for running Undisputed. The CPU is a high-end desktop part with substantial multi-threaded capabilities, but the GPU is an integrated graphics solution that is not designed for demanding gaming workloads. The recorded measurements show a system that can handle the game at lower resolutions and settings, but it struggles significantly at higher ones. This analysis breaks down exactly what to expect from this combination across the tested configurations.

Best Settings per Resolution

At 1920x1080, the most demanding preset that maintains an average of 60 FPS or higher is High. The recorded data shows an average of 76 FPS at this setting. This is the sweet spot for this resolution, offering a good balance of visual fidelity and smooth gameplay. While the Medium preset also clears the 60 FPS threshold with an average of 91 FPS, and Low hits 127 FPS, the High preset provides the best visual experience while still staying comfortably above the playable threshold.

Moving up to 2560x1440, the system cannot maintain 60 FPS at the High preset, which averages 55 FPS. The most demanding preset that stays at or above 60 FPS is Medium, with an average of 66 FPS. This is the recommended setting for this resolution. The Low preset does run faster at 92 FPS, but the Medium preset is the highest quality option that still meets the performance target.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes much more restrictive. The Low preset is the only one that comes close to the 60 FPS target, with an average of 58 FPS. However, this does not meet the 60 FPS threshold. The Medium preset drops to 42 FPS, and High falls to 35 FPS. The data indicates that there is no playable setting at this resolution for this combination, as none of the presets achieve an average of 60 FPS or higher.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions clearly shows that the Intel Arc B390 is the primary bottleneck in this system. The CPU, a 20-core Intel Core i7-14700KF, is more than capable of handling the game's logic and physics. The data shows that the system's frame rate is heavily dependent on the GPU's ability to render frames at different resolutions.

The frame rate drop from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 is significant. At the High preset, the average FPS drops from 76 to 55, a reduction of about 28%. This is a classic sign of GPU-bound performance, as the increased pixel count puts more strain on the renderer. The CPU is not the limiting factor here; the integrated GPU simply cannot keep up with the higher resolution demands.

The drop from 2560x1440 to 3840x2160 is even more dramatic. At the Medium preset, the average FPS falls from 66 to 42, a reduction of over 36%. At the High preset, the average falls from 55 to 35, a 36% reduction. This confirms that the GPU is the dominant factor in determining performance at these resolutions. The CPU's role becomes less relevant as the resolution increases, as the GPU is overwhelmed by the rendering workload.

Conversely, at 1920x1080, the system shows that the GPU has some headroom, as the average FPS at Low is 127. This suggests that at this resolution, the CPU can feed the GPU enough data to reach higher frame rates. However, the GPU still limits the maximum performance, as it cannot push the Ultra preset past 49 FPS. The core takeaway is that the CPU is never the limiting factor; the Arc B390's performance ceiling is what dictates the playable settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

1920x1080: The recorded data shows a wide range of performance across the four presets. At Low, the average FPS is 127. At Medium, the average is 91 FPS, with a minimum of 78 and a maximum of 105 FPS. The High preset averages 76 FPS. The Ultra preset averages 49 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS playable threshold. The system is clearly capable of high frame rates at this resolution, but only up to the High preset.

2560x1440: Performance drops noticeably at this resolution. The Low preset averages 92 FPS. The Medium preset averages 66 FPS, with a minimum of 56 and a maximum of 76 FPS. The High preset averages 55 FPS, just below the playable threshold. The Ultra preset averages 35 FPS. This shows a clear degradation in performance as the resolution increases, with only Low and Medium presets remaining viable.

3840x2160: At 4K, the GPU is severely strained. The Low preset averages 58 FPS, which is just shy of the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset averages 42 FPS, with a minimum of 36 and a maximum of 48 FPS. The High preset averages 35 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 22 FPS. None of these settings reach the playable threshold, making this resolution unsuitable for this hardware combination.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Based on the database's nearest rival comparisons for the CPU and GPU, here is what nearby hardware would behave similarly.

For the Intel Core i7-14700KF, the nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score are a mix of AMD and Intel processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has an average score that is within 0.2% of the i7-14700KF, meaning its performance in CPU-bound tasks would be nearly identical. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is also very close, with a 0.4% delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is slightly lower, with a 0.9% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is slightly higher, with a -1% delta, meaning it is about 1% faster. In a game like Undisputed, where the CPU is not the bottleneck, these processors would all deliver a very similar experience.

For the Intel Arc B390, the nearest rivals are all older NVIDIA integrated or low-end desktop GPUs. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX has an average score that is 1.3% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce 800M is 1.5% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM is 2.5% higher, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 is 2.7% higher. In practical terms, these GPUs would all perform at a very similar level to the Arc B390. This means that if you were to swap the Arc B390 for any of these GPUs, the frame rates in Undisputed would be almost indistinguishable from the ones recorded here. The performance class is clearly defined by these low-end parts.

The Verdict

The question of whether this PC can run Undisputed is nuanced. The verdict from the database's measurements is clear: it depends entirely on the resolution and settings you choose.

At 1920x1080, this system is fully capable of running the game. The data confirms that the High preset, with an average of 76 FPS, is the best playable option. The Low and Medium presets also run well, with averages of 127 and 91 FPS respectively. The Ultra preset, at 49 FPS, is not recommended for a smooth experience. For a standard 1080p monitor, this combination provides a good experience.

At 2560x1440, the system can still run the game, but with more compromises. The Medium preset, with an average of 66 FPS, is the highest playable option. The Low preset runs at 92 FPS, which is also smooth. The High preset, at 55 FPS, and the Ultra preset, at 35 FPS, are not recommended. For a 1440p monitor, you will need to stick to Medium or Low settings.

At 3840x2160, the system cannot maintain a playable frame rate. Even at the Low preset, the average FPS is 58, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. All other presets are significantly lower. The verdict for 4K is clear: this combination is not suitable for running Undisputed at this resolution.

In summary, this PC can run Undisputed well at 1080p and adequately at 1440p with lowered settings, but it is not a 4K gaming solution. The CPU is a powerhouse, but the integrated GPU holds the system back from higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The database ranks this specific combination of the Intel Core i7-14700KF and the Intel Arc B390 at 3304 out of 3718 tested combos for Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 12% of all tested systems.

This low ranking is almost entirely due to the GPU. The CPU is in the 94th percentile compared to all CPUs, indicating it is a top-tier processor. However, the GPU is in the 9th percentile compared to all GPUs, showing it is a very low-performing part. The combination of a high-end CPU with a low-end integrated GPU results in a system that is heavily bottlenecked by its graphics solution.

The ranking reflects the practical experience: the system struggles at higher resolutions and settings. While it can play the game at 1080p, its overall performance puts it near the bottom of the database's tested configurations. For users looking to play Undisputed, this combo is a clear example of how a powerful CPU cannot compensate for a weak GPU in a graphically demanding game. Upgrading the GPU would be the only way to move this combination up the rankings and unlock higher resolutions and presets.