Undisputed

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D combo rank in Undisputed?

A: This combo ranks 45th out of 2,813 tested combinations in the game, placing it in the top 1.6% of all tested systems. The data indicates a very high-performing pairing for this title.

Q: What is the weakest performance point for this combo in Undisputed?

A: The lowest average frame rate measured is 101 FPS at 3840x2160 (4K) with Ultra settings. Even at this demanding configuration, the system maintains a three-digit average, showing no signs of struggling.

Q: Which resolution delivers the highest frame rate?

A: At 1920x1080 (1080p) with Low settings, the combo achieves an average of 525 FPS. This is the highest recorded average across all tested resolution and settings combinations.

Q: Is there a frame rate difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: Yes, the difference is substantial. At 2560x1440, High settings yield an average of 249 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to an average of 160 FPS. That is an 89 FPS gap, indicating Ultra has a heavy rendering cost.

Q: What is the memory configuration of the GPU in this combo?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 1.79 TB/s. This is a massive memory pool for a sports title.

Q: How does the CPU’s single-thread performance compare to its multi-thread performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600X scores 1,541 in Cinebench R23 single-core, but 11,838 in multi-core. The multi-core score is over 7.6 times higher, reflecting the benefit of its 6 cores and 12 threads.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D is the dominant component in this combo, and the measured FPS data in Undisputed reflects its raw power. The GPU’s role is critical; it is the primary driver of frame rates across all tested resolutions. The data shows that even at 4K Ultra, the GPU maintains an average of 101 FPS, which is a demanding scenario for any graphics card.

The GPU’s specifications support these high results. It has a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz. This boost clock is a key factor in sustaining high frame rates under load. The memory subsystem is equally impressive: 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. For a game like Undisputed, a sports title, this bandwidth ensures texture loading and frame buffering are not bottlenecks.

The architecture is Blackwell 2.0, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The GPU has 21,760 shading units, 680 texture mapping units, and 176 ROPs. These raw compute resources translate directly to the high fill rates and pixel throughput needed for smooth gameplay. The pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. These numbers explain why the combo can achieve 525 FPS at 1080p Low; the GPU is not being constrained by geometry or texture work at that resolution.

The RTX 5090 D also has 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. While Undisputed may not heavily utilize ray tracing, the presence of these cores shows the GPU is prepared for any workload. The FP32 performance is 104.8 TFLOPS, which is a measure of its general compute capability. The GPU’s score in Passmark G3D is 44,065, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs.

When comparing to its nearest rivals in the benchmark database, the RTX 5090 D shows a narrow margin over the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT, which is 1.1% behind. It is also ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT by 1.6% and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB by 2.1%. These deltas are small, but they are based on average benchmark scores, not game-specific performance. In Undisputed, the measured FPS data shows the GPU is clearly capable of pushing frame rates to exceptional levels, particularly at lower resolutions.

The GPU’s power requirements are notable, with a TDP of 575 W and a suggested PSU of 950 W. This is a high-power part, but the performance data justifies the energy draw. The card is dual-slot and uses a 1x 16-pin power connector, and it supports PCIe 5.0 x16. For 4K gaming, the data shows the GPU is the star, delivering 157 FPS on High settings and 190 FPS on Medium, with only the Ultra preset dropping below 120 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo ranks 45th out of 2,813 tested combinations in Undisputed. This is a strong ranking, placing the system in the top 1.6% of all tested hardware pairings. The rank signifies that this specific CPU and GPU pairing is exceptionally well-suited for this game, outperforming the vast majority of other systems.

The ranking is not just about the GPU; the CPU also plays a role. The Ryzen 5 5600X has an average benchmark score of 21,771, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H (0.1% behind), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U (0.5% ahead), the Intel Core i7-11700 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD EPYC 9554P (0.6% ahead). The 5600X is competitive with these parts, showing it is not a weak link in the chain.

However, the GPU’s percentile ranking is even higher. The RTX 5090 D is in the 92nd percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 77,712. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6650M XT (1.1% behind), the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (1.6% ahead), and the NVIDIA Tesla P100 variants (2.1% and 2.4% ahead). The GPU is clearly a top-tier part, and its performance in Undisputed reflects this.

The combo’s rank of 45 is a consequence of this high-end pairing. The data shows that the system is not just good for one specific resolution; it excels across all tested settings. At 1080p, the lowest average is 222 FPS on Ultra, which is still incredibly high. At 1440p, the lowest average is 160 FPS on Ultra. At 4K, the lowest average is 101 FPS on Ultra. This consistency across resolutions is a hallmark of a balanced, high-performance system.

The rank also suggests that the system is not bottlenecked. If the CPU were holding the GPU back, we would expect to see frame rates plateau at lower resolutions. Instead, the data shows a clear scaling: from 222 FPS at 1080p Ultra to 160 FPS at 1440p Ultra to 101 FPS at 4K Ultra. This indicates that the GPU is the primary scaling factor, and the CPU is keeping up with its demands. The 5600X’s single-thread score of 1,541 in Cinebench R23 is strong enough to feed the GPU at high frame rates.

In the context of the entire database, being 45th out of 2,813 is a top-tier result. It places the system ahead of the vast majority of combos, including many with more expensive or newer CPUs. This confirms the GPU’s dominance and the CPU’s sufficiency for this title.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and refresh rate. The data shows that the system can handle the highest settings at lower resolutions, but there are trade-offs at 4K.

For 1920x1080, the Ultra preset yields an average of 222 FPS. This is exceptionally high and will satisfy any high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset gives 416 FPS, and Low gives 525 FPS. For 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it provides a smooth experience with the highest visual fidelity, and the frame rate is still far above what most displays can show.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset averages 160 FPS. This is also a great choice, as it is well above 144 Hz. The High preset gives 249 FPS, which is even better for high-refresh monitors. The data suggests that Ultra is viable at 1440p, but High offers a significant frame rate boost (89 FPS more) for a likely minimal visual difference in a sports game. If the monitor is 144 Hz, Ultra is perfect. If it is 240 Hz, High is the better option.

For 3840x2160, the situation changes. The Ultra preset averages 101 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high-refresh displays. The High preset averages 157 FPS, which is a massive improvement over Ultra. The Medium preset averages 190 FPS, and Low averages 264 FPS. At 4K, the High preset is the recommended choice. It offers a balance of visual quality and performance, with an average of 157 FPS that will look smooth on most 4K displays. The Ultra preset is only for those who prioritize visual fidelity over frame rate and have a 120 Hz or lower refresh rate monitor.

The data also shows the minimum FPS for the Medium preset at each resolution: 162 FPS at 4K, 256 FPS at 1440p, and 354 FPS at 1080p. These minimums are still very high, indicating that the frame pacing is consistent and there are no severe drops. This consistency makes the Medium preset a safe fallback if any issues arise with higher settings.

In summary, the best experience is achieved by matching the preset to the display’s refresh rate. For 1080p and 1440p, the Ultra preset is recommended for most users, as the frame rates are high enough. For 4K, the High preset is the best compromise, providing 157 FPS average. The Ultra preset at 4K is the only setting that dips below 120 FPS, so it should be reserved for those with lower refresh rate displays or a preference for maximum fidelity.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of performance across three resolutions and four settings presets. All data points are average FPS unless otherwise noted.

1920x1080:

• Low: 525 FPS average.
• Medium: 416 FPS average, with a minimum of 354 FPS and a maximum of 478 FPS.
• High: 344 FPS average.
• Ultra: 222 FPS average.

2560x1440:

• Low: 418 FPS average.
• Medium: 301 FPS average, with a minimum of 256 FPS and a maximum of 346 FPS.
• High: 249 FPS average.
• Ultra: 160 FPS average.

3840x2160:

• Low: 264 FPS average.
• Medium: 190 FPS average, with a minimum of 162 FPS and a maximum of 219 FPS.
• High: 157 FPS average.
• Ultra: 101 FPS average.

The data shows a consistent scaling pattern. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 303 FPS. At 1440p, the difference is 258 FPS. At 4K, the difference is 163 FPS. This suggests that the GPU is the primary limiting factor as resolution increases, and the CPU is not a bottleneck.

The Medium preset is the only one with recorded minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p, the minimum is 354 FPS, which is still very high. At 1440p, the minimum is 256 FPS. At 4K, the minimum is 162 FPS. These minimums show that even in the most demanding moments, the frame rate does not drop to unplayable levels.

The High preset is a strong performer at all resolutions. At 4K, it averages 157 FPS, which is 56 FPS higher than the Ultra preset. At 1440p, High is 89 FPS higher than Ultra. At 1080p, High is 122 FPS higher than Ultra. This makes High the preferred setting for those who want a smooth experience without the performance hit of Ultra.

The Ultra preset is the most demanding. At 4K, it is the only setting that drops below 120 FPS, with an average of 101 FPS. At 1440p, it still manages 160 FPS, and at 1080p, it reaches 222 FPS. The Ultra preset is playable at all resolutions, but it is best suited for 1080p and 1440p displays.

The Low preset shows the maximum potential of the system. At 1080p, it hits 525 FPS. At 1440p, it hits 418 FPS. At 4K, it hits 264 FPS. These numbers indicate that the system is capable of extreme frame rates when visual fidelity is reduced, making it ideal for esports-style play or very high refresh rate monitors.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X plays a supporting but essential role in this combo. It is a 6-core, 12-thread processor from the 5000 series, based on the Zen 3 architecture (Vermeer). It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. These clocks are sufficient to keep up with the RTX 5090 D’s high frame output.

The CPU’s cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a 32 MB L3 cache. This cache hierarchy helps reduce memory latency, which is important for game logic and physics. The memory support is DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. This is not the fastest memory subsystem, but it is adequate for the CPU’s needs.

In benchmark tests, the 5600X shows strong single-thread performance. It scores 917 in 3DMark single-thread, 1,541 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 1,989 in Geekbench single-core. These scores indicate that the CPU can handle the main game thread efficiently, which is critical for high frame rates. The single-thread performance is a key reason why the combo can achieve 525 FPS at 1080p Low; the CPU is not a limiting factor.

The multi-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,838 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 9,173. The 3DMark tests show scaling: 1,793 for 2 threads, 3,363 for 4 threads, 4,811 for 8 threads, and 5,588 for max threads (16 threads). This scaling indicates that the CPU can utilize its 12 threads effectively, though the game may not be heavily threaded.

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 21,771, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H (0.1% behind), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U (0.5% ahead), the Intel Core i7-11700 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD EPYC 9554P (0.6% ahead). These rivals are all close in score, showing that the 5600X is a competitive mid-range to upper-mid-range part.

The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, which is low compared to the GPU’s 575 W. This low power draw means the CPU does not generate excessive heat, allowing for a capable air cooler. The CPU supports ECC memory and has a PCIe Gen 4 interface with 20 lanes (CPU only). It is an unlocked multiplier part, allowing for overclocking, and it has a launch MSRP of $299.

In the context of Undisputed, the CPU’s role is to feed the GPU with data. The game is a sports title, which typically has more complex physics and AI than a simple shooter. The 5600X’s strong single-thread performance ensures that the game’s main loop runs smoothly, while its multi-thread capabilities handle background tasks. The data shows that the combo does not experience CPU bottlenecks, as the frame rates scale consistently with resolution and settings changes. The 5600X is a capable partner for the RTX 5090 D, ensuring that the GPU is not starved of data.