Undisputed

Undisputed, the boxing sim, presents a demanding workload for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Arc B390 combination. The benchmark data reveals a system that is firmly constrained by its graphics solution, particularly at higher resolutions and settings. The pairing’s overall rank of 2491 out of 2813 tested combos places it in the lower echelon of performance, but the data shows that a playable experience is achievable with the right settings. This analysis will guide users to the optimal configuration based on the measured frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

The optimal experience for this combination is found at the Low preset across all tested resolutions. The data shows that this preset provides the highest average frame rates, with 127 FPS at 1080p, 92 FPS at 1440p, and 58 FPS at 4K. These figures represent the only configuration that consistently achieves high frame rates, making it the clear choice for smooth gameplay. While the Medium preset offers a visual upgrade, it comes with a significant performance cost. At 1080p, moving from Low to Medium drops the average from 127 FPS to 91 FPS, a 28% reduction. This trade-off is even more pronounced at 1440p, where the average falls from 92 FPS to 66 FPS, and at 4K, it drops from 58 FPS to 42 FPS.

The High preset is not recommended for this combo, as it pushes the system too hard. The data shows that it delivers an average of 76 FPS at 1080p, 55 FPS at 1440p, and a mere 35 FPS at 4K. This indicates that the graphical demands of the High preset outpace what the Intel Arc B390 can deliver in this pairing. The Ultra preset is the least viable option, producing the lowest frame rates in every resolution. It averages just 49 FPS at 1080p, which is below the 60 FPS threshold many users consider the baseline for smooth play, and it drops to 22 FPS at 4K, which is effectively unplayable.

Therefore, for users prioritizing a consistent and responsive experience, the Low preset is the only logical choice. The measured frame rates show it is the only setting that provides a significant performance buffer. For those who find the visual fidelity of Low too basic and have a display that supports adaptive sync, the Medium preset at 1080p, with its 91 FPS average and a measured range of 78 to 105 FPS, could be considered a compromise, but it is the only other preset that approaches acceptable performance levels.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is the primary performance bottleneck in this system. The GPU's benchmark data is stark, with a percentile rank of just 9, indicating it performs worse than 91% of all tested graphics cards. Its average benchmark score of 1482 places it in the company of legacy entry-level parts. The nearest rivals, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and GeForce 800M, have scores of 1463 and 1460, respectively, showing the Arc B390 is only 1.3% and 1.5% ahead of these much older components. This context is crucial; the GPU is not a modern mid-range part but is positioned at the very bottom of the performance spectrum.

The technical specifications confirm its limited role. The GPU has 1536 shading units, 48 texture mapping units, and 24 render output units. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2500 MHz. Its memory configuration is "System Shared," meaning it relies on the system's main memory rather than dedicated VRAM. This is a fundamental limitation, as the memory bandwidth is "System Dependent" and will not be optimized for graphics workloads. The GPU's pixel rate is 60.00 GPixel/s and its texture rate is 120.0 GTexel/s, figures that are simply too low to handle the demands of a modern sports title at higher settings.

The data shows that the GPU's performance ceiling is the limiting factor in this combination. Even with a capable six-core CPU, the system cannot achieve high frame rates at high or ultra settings because the GPU is unable to process the necessary geometry and textures fast enough. The measured FPS drops are directly correlated with the increasing graphical load, which is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The fact that the GPU's performance is comparable to a GeForce GT 710, which is 2.7% slower, reinforces that this is an entry-level graphics solution that is not suited for demanding gaming presets.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling across resolutions clearly demonstrates that the Intel Arc B390 is the limiting factor. When comparing the Low preset, the system delivers 127 FPS at 1080p, 92 FPS at 1440p, and 58 FPS at 4K. This represents a 27.6% drop in average FPS when moving from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 37% drop when moving from 1440p to 4K. This steep decline indicates that the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth are being saturated as the pixel count increases.

The pattern is similar for the Medium preset, which shows an average of 91 FPS at 1080p, 66 FPS at 1440p, and 42 FPS at 4K. The performance loss is consistent, with a 27.5% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 36.4% drop from 1440p to 4K. This predictable scaling confirms that the workload is entirely on the GPU. The CPU, an AMD Ryzen 5 5600X with 6 cores and 12 threads, is not the limiting factor at these resolutions, as its performance is not resolution-dependent.

The data at High settings further illustrates this point. The average FPS is 76 at 1080p, 55 at 1440p, and 35 at 4K. The performance drops are 27.6% and 36.4% respectively, matching the pattern seen in other presets. This consistency across all settings is a definitive indicator that the GPU is the bottleneck. If the CPU were the limiting factor, we would expect to see a smaller performance difference between 1080p and 1440p, as the CPU load would be similar. Instead, the frame rate scales almost perfectly with the number of pixels, which is the signature of a GPU-bound system.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand scheme of tested hardware combinations for Undisputed, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Arc B390 finds itself near the bottom. The combo rank is 2491 out of 2813 total combos, placing it in the bottom 11.4% of all tested systems. This ranking is a direct consequence of the GPU's weak performance, as the CPU is a relatively strong component. The data suggests that any other modern GPU paired with this CPU would yield a substantially better result.

The CPU itself is not the cause of this low ranking. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X has a percentile rank of 75, meaning it is faster than 75% of all tested CPUs. Its average benchmark score is 21771, which is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. For example, the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H has an average score of 21749, making the 5600X just 0.1% faster. This indicates the CPU is a solid mid-range performer. The low combo rank is therefore entirely attributable to the Intel Arc B390, which is ranked in the 9th percentile for GPUs.

This analysis is supported by the GPU's nearest rival data. The Intel Arc B390 is only 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX and 1.5% faster than the GeForce 800M. These are extremely old, low-power mobile graphics solutions. The fact that a modern GPU is only marginally faster than these parts in synthetic benchmarks explains why the measured frame rates in Undisputed are so low. The combo's rank of 2491 is a direct reflection of this GPU's inability to provide a competitive gaming experience in a modern title.

CPU Role

While the GPU is the clear bottleneck, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X provides a stable foundation that prevents the system from being even slower. The CPU is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, it demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance, scoring 11838 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 9173 in Geekbench multi-core. Its single-thread performance is also respectable, with scores of 1541 in Cinebench R23 and 1989 in Geekbench.

The CPU's role in this game is to feed the GPU with draw calls and process game logic. Given that the system is GPU-bound, the CPU's performance is more than sufficient. The data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate drops across resolutions. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the frame rates at 1080p and 4K would be more similar, as the CPU's workload would be the same. Instead, the frame rates drop significantly with resolution, indicating the GPU is struggling to keep up.

The CPU's benchmark scores place it in the 75th percentile, making it a competent part for gaming. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-11700, has an average score of 21891, which is 0.5% higher than the 5600X's 21771. This shows that the 5600X is competitive with a higher-tier Intel part from a similar era. In this specific combo, the CPU's capabilities are effectively wasted, as the GPU cannot translate its processing power into high frame rates. The data suggests that the CPU is ready to handle a much more powerful graphics card, but is held back by the Arc B390.

FAQ

Q: What is the best settings preset for this CPU and GPU combo in Undisputed?

A: Based on the measured data, the Low preset is the best choice. It provides the highest average frame rates at all resolutions: 127 FPS at 1080p, 92 FPS at 1440p, and 58 FPS at 4K. Other presets result in significantly lower performance.

Q: Is the Intel Arc B390 or the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X the main bottleneck?

A: The Intel Arc B390 is the clear bottleneck. The GPU's performance is in the 9th percentile, and the frame rates drop dramatically as resolution and settings increase. The CPU, in the 75th percentile, has ample performance headroom and is not the limiting factor.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: This combination ranks 2491 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 11.4% of all systems, primarily due to the very low performance of the Intel Arc B390 graphics card.

Q: Can this system achieve 60 FPS at 1920x1080 resolution?

A: Yes, but only at the Low preset, which averages 127 FPS. The Medium preset averages 91 FPS, also above 60 FPS. The High preset averages 76 FPS, which is also above 60 FPS. The Ultra preset is the only one that fails to reach 60 FPS, averaging just 49 FPS.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Low and Ultra presets at 2560x1440?

A: The difference is substantial. The Low preset averages 92 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages only 35 FPS. This represents a 62% performance loss when moving from the lowest to the highest visual settings at this resolution.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B390's raw performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B390 has an average benchmark score of 1482. It is only 1.3% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX (score 1463) and 2.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM (score 1446). This illustrates its entry-level performance class.