Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER pairing in Undisputed presents a fascinating case of generational balance. The data reveals a configuration where the graphics card shoulders most of the visual workload, but the processor's architectural age becomes increasingly apparent at lower resolutions. This analysis examines the measured frame rates across three resolutions and four quality presets, interpreting what the numbers say about the system's bottlenecks and overall standing among 1,580 tested combinations.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K tells a clear story about where the performance ceiling lies. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces 251.7 FPS, but at 4K Low, that figure drops to 114.4 FPS. That is a 54.5% reduction in raw throughput, a massive hit that indicates the GPU is being pushed to its absolute limits at higher pixel counts. The scaling is not linear; moving from 1440p Low (183 FPS) to 4K Low (114.4 FPS) represents a 37.5% drop, while the jump from 1080p Low to 1440p Low is a gentler 27.3% decline. This pattern suggests that the RTX 2070 SUPER has a comfortable operating window at 1440p, but 4K begins to expose its 8 GB memory buffer and 256-bit bus constraints.

Interestingly, the High preset shows different scaling behavior. At 1080p High, the system achieves 151.3 FPS; at 1440p High, it maintains 108.1 FPS; and at 4K High, it falls to 71.3 FPS. The percentage drops are remarkably consistent: 28.6% from 1080p to 1440p, and 34.0% from 1440p to 4K. This steadiness implies that at High settings, the workload is more balanced between CPU and GPU, with neither component becoming a dominant bottleneck until the resolution approaches 4K. The Ultra preset tells a different tale entirely, with 99.5 FPS at 1080p collapsing to 72.3 FPS at 1440p and then plunging to 46.8 FPS at 4K. That final 4K Ultra result is less than half of the 1080p Low score, underscoring how aggressively the game scales its visual effects.

The data suggests that the limiting component shifts depending on resolution. At 1080p, particularly on Low and Medium settings, the CPU is likely the primary constraint — the Ryzen 5 2600's 6 cores and 12 threads, running at a 3.90 GHz boost clock, cannot feed the GPU fast enough to reach its full potential. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor, as its 9.062 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth are stretched thin by the 8.3 million pixels on screen.

GPU Role

The RTX 2070 SUPER's specifications directly explain several observed performance characteristics. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which proves sufficient for High settings at 1440p (108.1 FPS) but becomes strained at 4K Ultra (46.8 FPS). The 40 RT cores and 320 tensor cores are present but likely underutilized in a sports title like Undisputed, which may not heavily leverage ray tracing or DLSS. The GPU's 1605 MHz base clock and 1770 MHz boost clock are modest by modern standards, yet the measured results show it still delivers playable frame rates at 4K Low (114.4 FPS).

Comparing to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database, the RTX 2070 SUPER holds its ground. It sits just 0.5% behind the NVIDIA RTX A400 in average benchmark score (22,206 vs. 22,307), while running 2.3% behind the RTX 4060 Mobile (22,729) and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (21,670). These margins are narrow, indicating that the GPU's performance class is well-established. In Undisputed specifically, the GPU demonstrates headroom at 1080p, where even Ultra settings yield 99.5 FPS, but the 4K Ultra result of 46.8 FPS shows that this card is not designed for maximum fidelity at the highest resolution.

The GPU's percentile ranking of 65 among all GPUs places it in the upper-mid tier. Its memory configuration — 8 GB GDDR6 with 14 Gbps effective speed — appears adequate for the game's demands at Medium and High presets across all tested resolutions. However, the 4K Ultra result suggests that texture-heavy scenes or high-detail shadows may exceed the memory capacity, causing the frame rate to dip below the 60 FPS threshold. The data implies that this GPU is best paired with 1440p displays for a balanced experience, where it can maintain over 100 FPS on Medium (129.7 FPS) and High (108.1 FPS) presets.

CPU Role

The Ryzen 5 2600, released in April 2018, brings 6 cores and 12 threads to the pairing. Its 3.40 GHz base clock and 3.90 GHz boost clock are modest, and its Zen+ architecture on a 12 nm process node is two generations removed from the current landscape. The 16 MB of shared L3 cache and 46.9 GB/s memory bandwidth are adequate for gaming, but the data suggests the CPU becomes a bottleneck at lower resolutions where the GPU has spare capacity.

At 1080p Low, the system produces 251.7 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's maximum frame generation capability. The Ryzen 5 2600's single-thread performance, measured at 1,579 in Cinebench R23, is not exceptional by 2024 standards. Comparatively, its average benchmark score of 19,616 places it just 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-1345U (19,691) and 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (19,508). These rivals are mobile or lower-power parts, indicating that the 2600's desktop performance is still competitive in synthetic tests, but real-world gaming may reveal its age.

The CPU's percentile rank of 77 among all CPUs is respectable, but the data indicates that in Undisputed, the processor is rarely the star. At 4K, the GPU dominates the workload, with the CPU likely idling. At 1080p, the CPU's 12 threads handle the game's simulation and physics, but the frame rates of 251.7 FPS (Low) and 183.6 FPS (Medium) suggest the CPU is working hard to keep pace. The 16 MB L3 cache is shared across all cores, which can cause latency in multi-threaded workloads, but the game appears to scale well up to 12 threads based on the consistent performance at High settings across resolutions.

The Ryzen 5 2600's TDP of 65 W is low, and its unlocked multiplier allows for overclocking, but the measured data reflects stock performance. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking means it outperforms 77% of all tested CPUs, yet its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-10700F (19,485, 0.7% behind) and Intel Core i5-11600KF (19,740, 0.6% ahead). This clustering suggests that the 2600 performs similarly to more modern parts in aggregate benchmarks, but its boost clock of 3.90 GHz lags behind newer chips that can reach higher frequencies.

How This Combo Ranks

In the Undisputed performance database, this combination of AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER ranks 965th out of 1,580 tested combos. That places it in the 61st percentile, meaning it outperforms approximately 39% of all tested configurations. This ranking is notably lower than what the individual component percentiles might suggest — the CPU is in the 77th percentile and the GPU is in the 65th percentile, yet the combo lands in the 61st percentile of gaming results.

This discrepancy indicates that the pairing is not optimal for Undisputed. The GPU's 65th percentile ranking suggests it should perform better than it does in this game, but the CPU's age likely holds it back in CPU-bound scenarios. The 615 combos that rank above this pairing likely feature newer processors that can better feed the RTX 2070 SUPER at lower resolutions. The data implies that a more modern CPU, even a mid-range one, could unlock additional frame rates from this GPU.

The combo's rank of 965 also reflects the game's specific demands. Undisputed, as a sports title, may have particular CPU requirements that the Ryzen 5 2600 struggles to meet at high frame rates. The measured 1080p Low result of 251.7 FPS is strong, but the 4K Ultra result of 46.8 FPS drags the overall average down. When compared to the GPU's nearest rivals, the combo's performance is consistent with what one would expect from a 2019 GPU paired with a 2018 mid-range CPU, but it is not a match made for competitive e-sports or maximum fidelity.

FAQ

*Q: Is the Ryzen 5 2600 a bottleneck for the RTX 2070 SUPER in Undisputed?*

A: The data suggests yes at lower resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 251.7 FPS, which is likely near the CPU's limit. At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, with the CPU having spare capacity.

*Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Undisputed?*

A: Based on the measured data, 1440p offers the best balance. At 1440p High, the system produces 108.1 FPS, while 4K High drops to 71.3 FPS. The 1440p results remain above 60 FPS even on Ultra (72.3 FPS).

Q: How does the RTX 2070 SUPER compare to its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score of 22,206 is 0.5% behind the NVIDIA RTX A400 (22,307), 2.3% behind the RTX 4060 Mobile (22,729), and 2.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (21,670).

Q: Does the combo maintain 60 FPS at 4K?

A: Yes, but only up to High settings. At 4K High, it achieves 71.3 FPS, and at 4K Medium, 80.7 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it drops to 46.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: What is the combo's overall ranking among tested configurations?

A: The combo ranks 965th out of 1,580 tested combos, placing it in the 61st percentile of all configurations tested in Undisputed.

Q: Which preset offers the highest frame rate at 1080p?

A: The Low preset delivers the highest average FPS at 251.7, followed by Medium at 183.6 FPS, High at 151.3 FPS, and Ultra at 99.5 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimal settings. At 1080p, the High preset (151.3 FPS) offers a strong balance between visual quality and performance, while Ultra (99.5 FPS) remains playable but sacrifices frame rate for marginal visual gains. For competitive play, the Medium preset (183.6 FPS) is recommended, as it provides a significant frame rate boost over High while likely maintaining most visual fidelity.

At 1440p, the High preset (108.1 FPS) is the sweet spot for most users, offering smooth gameplay with good visual quality. The Medium preset (129.7 FPS) is preferable for those prioritizing higher refresh rates, while Ultra (72.3 FPS) is suitable for slower-paced play but may drop below 60 FPS in demanding scenes. For 4K, the Low preset (114.4 FPS) is the only option for high refresh rate displays, while Medium (80.7 FPS) and High (71.3 FPS) are viable for 60 Hz panels. The Ultra preset (46.8 FPS) is not recommended for 4K due to its sub-60 FPS average.

The data indicates that the Medium preset provides the most consistent experience across all resolutions. At 1080p Medium, the system achieves 183.6 FPS; at 1440p Medium, 129.7 FPS; and at 4K Medium, 80.7 FPS. This preset maintains at least 80 FPS at every resolution, making it the safest recommendation for users who value smoothness over visual extremes.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the system produces its highest frame rates across all presets. The Low preset leads with 251.7 FPS, followed by Medium at 183.6 FPS and High at 151.3 FPS. The Ultra preset delivers 99.5 FPS, which is still above the 60 FPS threshold but represents a 60.5% drop from the Low setting. The scaling from Low to Ultra is steep, indicating that the Ultra preset introduces substantial visual effects that tax the GPU.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops are noticeable but manageable. Low settings yield 183 FPS, Medium produces 129.7 FPS, and High maintains 108.1 FPS. The Ultra preset achieves 72.3 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS minimum for smooth gameplay. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is most pronounced on the Low preset (from 251.7 to 183 FPS, a 27.3% decrease), while the Ultra preset drops by a smaller 27.3% (from 99.5 to 72.3 FPS).

At 3840x2160, the system's limitations become evident. Low settings produce 114.4 FPS, Medium delivers 80.7 FPS, and High manages 71.3 FPS. The Ultra preset falls to 46.8 FPS, which is below the playable threshold for most users. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a 37.5% drop on Low (from 183 to 114.4 FPS) and a 35.3% drop on Ultra (from 72.3 to 46.8 FPS). These consistent percentage drops across resolutions indicate that the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K, with the CPU playing a secondary role. The data across all 12 measured points paints a picture of a system that excels at 1080p and 1440p but struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra, making it a capable mid-range gaming rig rather than a high-end 4K solution.