Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination delivers a highly playable experience in Undisputed, but the data reveals a clear performance ceiling tied to the graphics card. The pairing is well-balanced for high-refresh 1080p and solid 1440p play, while 4K remains a challenge at higher settings, demanding compromises to maintain smooth framerates.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a predictable and steep decline in performance as resolution increases, which points directly to the GPU as the primary bottleneck in this system. At 1080p High settings, the combo produces 150 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops that to 108 FPS, a 28% reduction. Pushing further to 4K High yields just 69 FPS, which is a 54% drop from the 1080p result. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-bound scenario; the RX 9060’s rendering workload is expanding faster than the CPU’s frame generation capacity.

The transition from 1080p to 1440p at Medium settings shows a similar trend, with FPS falling from 181 to 131, a 27.6% decrease. The 4K Medium result of 83 FPS represents a 54.1% drop from the 1080p Medium score. These consistent percentage drops across different quality presets reinforce that resolution, rather than settings, is the dominant factor limiting performance. The game becomes increasingly demanding on the GPU’s fill rate and memory bandwidth as pixel count rises, and the RX 9060’s 128-bit memory bus and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth are clearly stressed at 4K.

The most telling data point is at Ultra settings. At 1080p Ultra, the combo manages 97 FPS. At 1440p Ultra, it falls to 70 FPS. At 4K Ultra, it plummets to 44 FPS. This steep cliff at 4K Ultra indicates that the GPU is completely saturated, unable to maintain a consistent frame pacing. The 44 FPS average is below the threshold for a smooth experience in a fast-paced sports title. The data suggests that for 4K gaming, users must stick to Low settings (115 FPS) or Medium settings (83 FPS) to achieve acceptable performance, but even then, the frame rate is not as stable as at lower resolutions.

The scaling from Low to Ultra at each resolution also highlights the GPU’s limits. At 1080p, the range is from 252 FPS (Low) down to 97 FPS (Ultra), showing a massive 61.5% performance hit from maxing out settings. At 4K, the range is from 115 FPS (Low) down to 44 FPS (Ultra), a 61.7% hit. The relative cost of Ultra settings is consistent across resolutions, but the absolute floor becomes much lower at 4K. This confirms that the RX 9060 is the limiting component in this pairing, and its performance headroom is quickly consumed by higher resolutions and quality presets.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, running on the AM4 socket. Its base clock is 3.60 GHz and it boosts up to 4.20 GHz. The CPU’s benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16429 and a single-core score of 2319, indicate it is a capable mid-range part. In the context of Undisputed, the data shows that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck at lower resolutions, but its influence becomes more apparent as the GPU is relieved of work.

At 1080p Low settings, the combo produces 252 FPS. This high frame rate suggests the CPU is able to keep up with the GPU’s output, feeding it enough draw calls and physics data to avoid stalling. The Ryzen 5 5500’s 16 MB of L3 cache and 12 threads provide sufficient processing power for the game’s logic. However, the CPU's performance relative to its rivals is modest. Its average benchmark score of 19593 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 (19617, -0.1% delta) and Intel Core i5-12500 (19668, -0.4% delta), and it is slightly ahead of the Intel Core i7-10700F (19499, 0.5% delta) and Intel Core i5-11600KF (19723, -0.7% delta). This places it in a crowded mid-range segment.

The CPU’s role becomes more critical when considering frame pacing. While the average FPS at 1080p High is 150, the CPU’s single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2319) is likely sufficient to handle the game’s main thread. The data does not show a scenario where the CPU is clearly holding the system back, as the FPS scales consistently with resolution. If the CPU were the bottleneck, we would expect to see a plateau in FPS as resolution decreases. Instead, we see FPS continue to rise from 4K to 1080p, confirming that the GPU is the limiting factor across all tested settings.

The 6-core/12-thread configuration is adequate for modern games like Undisputed, which are unlikely to fully utilize more than a few cores. The processor’s 65W TDP and DDR4 memory support are standard for its class. In this pairing, the Ryzen 5 5500 provides a solid foundation, ensuring that the RX 9060 is not starved of data. For users considering a CPU upgrade, the data suggests that the gains in Undisputed would be minimal, as the GPU would still be the primary constraint. The bottleneck is firmly on the graphics card, especially at higher resolutions and settings.

FAQ

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

A: At 4K High settings, the combo achieves an average of 69 FPS. This is playable, but it is below the 1440p High average of 108 FPS. For a smoother 4K experience, dropping to Medium settings yields 83 FPS, or 115 FPS on Low.

Q: What is the best resolution for this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: The data indicates that 1440p is the sweet spot. At 1440p High settings, the combo delivers 108 FPS, which is a good balance between visual fidelity and performance. At 1080p, the system is capable of much higher frame rates (150 FPS on High), but the visual upgrade to 1440p is significant.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor in this game?

A: The benchmark results clearly show the GPU is the primary bottleneck. FPS scales consistently with resolution, dropping from 150 FPS at 1080p High to 69 FPS at 4K High. This pattern is typical of a GPU-bound workload. The CPU is able to maintain high frame rates at 1080p, indicating it has enough headroom.

Q: How does the RX 9060 compare to its nearest rival in terms of performance?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, scores 16129, which is 0.7% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 7700 scores 15852, which is 1% lower. This puts the RX 9060 in a competitive position, performing within a small margin of its direct competitors.

Q: Should I use Ultra settings with this combo at 1440p?

A: At 1440p Ultra, the combo produces an average of 70 FPS. This is playable, but it is a significant drop from the 131 FPS seen on Medium settings. If you prioritize high frame rates, Medium or High settings are better choices. Ultra is only recommended if you have a 60Hz monitor and prefer maximum visual detail.

*Q: Does the Ryzen 5 5500 hold back the RX 9060 in Undisputed?*

A: In this game, the data suggests no. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 252 FPS, indicating the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. The CPU’s performance is comparable to its rivals, like the Intel Core i5-12500, which has a nearly identical average benchmark score. The bottleneck is the GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 combination is ranked 1633 out of 2813 tested combos for Undisputed. This places it in the top 42% of all configurations tested, meaning it outperforms a majority of systems but is far from the top tier. This ranking is a direct reflection of the mid-range nature of both components. The GPU’s percentile rank of 59 among all GPUs and the CPU’s percentile rank of 73 among all CPUs indicate that neither component is a flagship part, and their combined performance is consequently limited.

The rank suggests that this combo is a solid mainstream option, capable of handling the game well at 1080p and 1440p, but it will trail systems using higher-end parts. For example, a combo featuring a more powerful GPU, such as one in the top 10th percentile, would likely rank significantly higher. The combo's position is also a result of its balance; the CPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU, but neither is a standout performer. This means the combo’s overall score is dragged down by the GPU’s more average standing.

Looking at the nearest rivals for each component helps contextualize the rank. The GPU is nearly identical in performance to the RTX 3060 Ti, a popular card from a previous generation. This suggests the combo’s ranking is comparable to what one would expect from a system built with that pairing. The CPU’s rivals, like the Intel Core i5-12500, are also from a similar era and performance class. Therefore, this combo is representative of a standard, well-balanced mid-range PC build from the last few years. It is not a high-end enthusiast setup, but it is more than capable for mainstream gaming. For users with a 1440p monitor, this rank is quite respectable, as it indicates the system can deliver high frame rates in most titles.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. Its memory bandwidth is 288.0 GB/s, which is a key specification for understanding its performance in Undisputed. The GPU’s boost clock is 2990 MHz, with a game clock of 2400 MHz, and it has 1792 shading units. These specs contribute to its average benchmark score of 16014, which places it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs.

The GPU's role as the primary bottleneck is evident in the resolution scaling data. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the demand on memory bandwidth is high. The 128-bit bus is a limiting factor, as it provides less bandwidth than wider-bus competitors. This is likely why the performance drop from 1440p to 4K is so severe. The GPU has to work much harder to feed the shaders with texture data, resulting in lower frame rates.

The RX 9060's closest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which has an average score of 16129, just 0.7% higher. This shows that the RX 9060 is a strong performer in its class, trading blows with a well-established card. The data indicates that for Undisputed, the GPU can handle High settings at 1440p with an average of 108 FPS, which is a smooth experience. However, enabling Ultra settings taxes the GPU heavily, dropping the frame rate to 70 FPS at the same resolution. This suggests that the GPU’s compute power is not sufficient to maintain high frame rates with maximum visual effects.

The GPU's performance at 4K is its weakest showing. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is just 44, which is likely a stuttery experience. Even at 4K High, the 69 FPS average is marginal. This indicates that the RX 9060 is not designed for 4K gaming in demanding titles. The 8 GB VRAM may also be a concern at 4K with high-resolution textures, potentially causing hitches if the memory is maxed out. For this game, the GPU is best utilized at 1440p or 1080p, where it can deliver the high frame rates that sports games benefit from.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo shows its highest performance ceiling. On Low settings, the average FPS is 252, which is exceptionally high and suitable for a 240Hz monitor. Medium settings yield an average of 181 FPS, with minimum and maximum values of 154 and 208 FPS, respectively. High settings produce an average of 150 FPS, still very smooth. Ultra settings drop the average to 97 FPS, which is the first sign of the GPU being heavily loaded.

At 2560x1440, the performance is still strong but clearly more taxing on the GPU. Low settings average 182 FPS, a 27.8% drop from 1080p Low. Medium settings average 131 FPS, with a min/max of 111/151 FPS. High settings average 108 FPS, which is a good target for a 144Hz monitor. Ultra settings average 70 FPS, which is playable but requires a compromise on visual fidelity for high refresh rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the definitive limiting factor. Low settings average 115 FPS, which is a significant drop from 1440p Low. Medium settings average 83 FPS, with a minimum of 70 FPS, indicating some frame pacing issues. High settings average 69 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. Ultra settings average just 44 FPS, which is not recommended for a competitive or fast-paced experience.

The data shows a clear pattern: the RX 9060 has ample power for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but it is not a 4K card. The most balanced experience is at 1440p High, offering 108 FPS. For users with a 1080p monitor, High or Medium settings will provide an excellent experience with frame rates well above 144 FPS. The minimum FPS data, available only for Medium settings, shows the frame time consistency. At 1440p Medium, the minimum of 111 FPS is close to the average, suggesting stable performance. At 4K Medium, the minimum of 70 FPS is further from the average, indicating more variance and potential for stutters.