Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and AMD Radeon RX 570 pairing is a classic entry-level combination, and in Undisputed it produces a clear picture of where its strengths and limitations lie. The data shows a system that is decisively GPU-bound at higher resolutions, but which can still deliver playable frame rates at 1080p if settings are managed carefully. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and presets, providing a practical guide for owners of this hardware.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate progression from 1080p to 4K tells a straightforward story about this combo's bottleneck. At 1080p with High settings, the system averages 66 FPS. Moving to 1440p drops that to 47 FPS, a reduction of roughly 29%. The jump to 4K is even more punishing, cutting the average down to 30 FPS, which is a 55% drop from the 1080p figure. This steep decline as pixel count increases is a classic signature of a graphics card that is reaching its limits.

The pattern is consistent across all settings. With Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 110 FPS at 1080p to 80 FPS at 1440p and then to 50 FPS at 4K. Even at the lowest visual fidelity, the GPU cannot maintain high frame rates at 4K, confirming that the AMD Radeon RX 570's 4 GB of GDDR5 memory and its 2048 shading units are the primary constraint. The CPU, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, has enough headroom to feed the GPU at lower resolutions, but the GPU's rendering throughput becomes the limiting factor as resolution scales.

The data indicates that the Ryzen 5 3600 is not the weak link here. The frame rate scaling between 1440p and 4K is particularly telling. At High settings, the drop from 47 FPS to 30 FPS is a 36% reduction, while the pixel count increases by 125%. This disproportionate loss indicates that the GPU is struggling with the raw pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth demands of 4K, not that it is waiting on the CPU to send it data. The Ryzen 5 3600's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and boost clock of 4.20 GHz are sufficient to keep pace in this sports title.

For a smooth experience, 4K is effectively out of reach for anything beyond the Low preset, and even then, the 50 FPS average is not ideal for a game that likely benefits from higher refresh rates. The sweet spot for this hardware is clearly 1080p, where the system can produce frame rates that are more in line with what modern displays expect. The 1440p results are playable, but they require significant compromises in visual quality to stay above 60 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured rows, the best balance of visual quality and performance for this combo is the Medium preset at 1920x1080. The data shows an average of 79 FPS, with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 91 FPS. This puts the system comfortably above the 60 FPS threshold, providing a smooth experience while still offering a step up in visual fidelity from the Low preset. The minimum frame rate of 67 FPS is particularly important, as it suggests that the experience will remain fluid even during intense moments in a fight.

The High preset at 1080p is also viable, with a 66 FPS average. However, it is a significantly smaller performance buffer compared to Medium, and there is no minimum frame rate data provided for this setting. Given that the Medium preset's minimum is 67 FPS, it is likely that High would see dips below 60 FPS in more demanding scenes. Choosing Medium over High provides a more consistent experience, which is often more important than a marginal increase in shadows or texture detail.

At 1440p, the Medium preset is the highest setting that can be reasonably recommended. The 57 FPS average is close to the 60 FPS target, but the minimum of 49 FPS indicates that there will be noticeable stutters. For players with a 1440p monitor, the Low preset is the safer choice, as it provides an 80 FPS average, ensuring a fluid experience. The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution. The data shows it produces only 19 FPS at 4K, 31 FPS at 1440p, and 42 FPS at 1080p, making it unplayable in all scenarios. The performance cost of Ultra is too high for the AMD Radeon RX 570 to handle.

The practical takeaway is to treat Ultra as a benchmark-only setting for this hardware. For the best experience, players should start with Medium at 1080p and only consider High if they have a variable refresh rate monitor and can tolerate occasional dips. The data strongly suggests that chasing higher settings on this GPU will result in a frustrating experience, whereas the Medium preset offers a stable foundation for enjoying the game.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K?*

A: Technically, yes, but the experience is poor. The data shows an average of 30 FPS on High and 19 FPS on Ultra at 3840x2160. Only the Low preset, with an average of 50 FPS, approaches a playable state. For a consistently smooth experience, 4K is not a viable resolution for this hardware.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1080p gaming?

A: The Medium preset at 1920x1080 is the best choice. It delivers an average of 79 FPS, with a minimum of 67 FPS, which ensures a fluid experience. While High offers a 66 FPS average, Medium provides a larger performance buffer and a more consistent frame rate.

Q: How does the CPU affect performance in this game?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at standard resolutions. The frame rate scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a consistent drop that is attributable to the GPU's rendering limits, not CPU processing power. The CPU's performance is adequate for this title.

Q: Is the Ultra preset worth using?

A: No. The benchmark results for the Ultra preset are universally poor. It produces an average of 42 FPS at 1080p, 31 FPS at 1440p, and 19 FPS at 4K. These frame rates are too low for a smooth experience, making the Ultra preset impractical for this combination of components.

Q: What frame rate can I expect at 1440p with High settings?

A: The data shows an average of 47 FPS at 2560x1440 on High. This is below the 60 FPS target and may feel less smooth, especially in fast-paced gameplay. For a better 1440p experience, the Low preset provides an 80 FPS average.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 3600 a good match for the RX 570?

A: The benchmark data indicates this is a balanced pairing. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15045, ensures it can keep up with the GPU. The frame rate bottlenecks observed in the data are consistently tied to the GPU's limitations, not the CPU.

Measured FPS Breakdown

This section provides the exact measured frame rates for every resolution and settings combination in the data.

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: Average 110 FPS. This is the highest frame rate recorded for this combo, indicating a well-optimized setting for the GPU.
• Medium: Average 79 FPS. The minimum recorded was 67 FPS, with a maximum of 91 FPS. This is the recommended preset for a balance of quality and speed.
• High: Average 66 FPS. This is playable but offers less headroom than Medium.
• Ultra: Average 42 FPS. This is below the threshold for smooth gameplay and is not recommended.

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: Average 80 FPS. This is a solid performance level, making it the best option for 1440p.
• Medium: Average 57 FPS. The minimum was 49 FPS, with a maximum of 66 FPS. The frame rate dips may be noticeable.
• High: Average 47 FPS. This is a moderate performance level that may feel inconsistent.
• Ultra: Average 31 FPS. This is not playable for most users.

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: Average 50 FPS. This is the only 4K setting that approaches a playable frame rate, though it is still not ideal.
• Medium: Average 36 FPS. The minimum was 31 FPS, with a maximum of 42 FPS. This is too low for a consistent experience.
• High: Average 30 FPS. This is at the edge of playability and will likely feel choppy.
• Ultra: Average 19 FPS. This is not a viable option for gameplay.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 + AMD Radeon RX 570 combination ranks 3547 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 5% of all configurations, which is consistent with its status as a lower-tier hardware pairing. This rank is not a reflection of a faulty setup, but rather a measure of its absolute performance compared to systems with more powerful and expensive components.

The ranking data puts this combo in a specific context. It is outclassed by the vast majority of other tested systems, which likely feature newer GPUs with more memory and higher compute throughput. The RX 570's 4 GB of VRAM is a significant disadvantage in a modern title, and its 5.095 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is modest by today's standards. The Ryzen 5 3600, while a competent CPU, is also from an older generation and is outperformed by more recent processors.

However, this rank should not be interpreted as a failure. The data shows that the combo can still deliver playable frame rates at 1080p on Medium settings. The rank simply reflects that for the same money, or for a similar price point, other combos would provide a better experience. The Ryzen 5 3600 itself has a percentile rank of 71 versus all CPUs, showing it is a capable processor in its own right, but the GPU's lower percentile rank of 74 versus all GPUs drags the overall gaming performance down. This pairing is a functional, budget-conscious option, but it sits at the bottom of the performance hierarchy for this specific game.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 is built on the Zen 2 architecture and is manufactured on a 7 nm process. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. For a sports game like Undisputed, which often has complex physics and AI calculations, the multi-threaded performance is important. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15045 and its Passmark multithread score of 17700 indicate a solid level of processing power that is more than adequate for the game's logic.

The CPU's role in this specific benchmark is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game state. The data suggests it performs this task without being a bottleneck. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see frame rates plateau at higher resolutions, or see a minimal difference between 1080p and 1440p results. Instead, the frame rate drops consistently as resolution increases, which is a clear sign that the GPU is the constraining component.

The Ryzen 5 3600's 32 MB of shared L3 cache is beneficial for gaming, as it helps reduce memory latency. Its memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while not exceptional, is sufficient for this pairing. In the context of its rivals, the CPU's average benchmark score of 17035 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i7-1260P (17007) and the Intel Core i5-11400 (17067), showing it is competitive with those parts. However, its performance is not the primary driver of the frame rates seen here; the AMD Radeon RX 570 is the decisive factor. The CPU provides a stable foundation, but the GPU's 4 GB memory capacity and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth are the elements that ultimately define the gaming experience in Undisputed.