Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and AMD Radeon RX 7600 combination delivers a solid, if unspectacular, showing in Undisputed. The data indicates a pairing that is capable of high frame rates at mainstream resolutions, but which requires careful settings management to maintain fluidity at higher demands. This analysis breaks down the measured performance across resolutions and presets, placing the results within the context of the broader benchmark database.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is a 6-core, 12-thread processor built on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge). It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, features 32 MB of shared L3 cache, and supports DDR5 memory. In synthetic benchmarks, this CPU achieves a strong single-thread score of 1253 in 3DMark and a multi-thread score of 7590 at max threads, which suggests robust per-core performance. Its Cinebench R23 results, 3603 single-core and 25525 multi-core, confirm a processor that is well-suited for both lightly-threaded tasks and more demanding workloads.

For a sports title like Undisputed, the CPU's role is primarily to maintain a consistent frame pacing and handle game logic. The data shows that this processor is unlikely to be the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. At 1080p Low settings, the combo reaches 228.4 FPS, a figure that is more dependent on the GPU but still high enough to indicate the CPU is feeding frames efficiently. The Ryzen 5 9600X’s 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 28246, places it in the upper tier of processors. It is effectively tied with rivals like the Intel Core i5-13490F (deltaPct 0.3) and AMD Ryzen 5 230 (deltaPct 0.3), while being marginally behind the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (deltaPct -0.4) and Intel Core i5-14500T (deltaPct -0.5). These differences are negligible in real-world gaming, indicating the 9600X provides competitive processing power for this game.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is built on the RDNA 3.0 architecture (Navi 33 chip) and comes equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Its game clock is rated at 2250 MHz with a boost clock of 2655 MHz. The GPU features 2048 shading units and 32 ray accelerators. In synthetic benchmarks, it scores 16634 in Passmark’s G3D test and 2310 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs.

In Undisputed, the RX 7600’s 8 GB VRAM is a critical factor. The performance drop from Medium to High and then to Ultra presets suggests that memory capacity and bandwidth are being stressed. At 1440p, the average frame rate falls from 118.3 FPS on Medium to 99.2 FPS on High, and then more steeply to 62.7 FPS on Ultra. This pattern indicates that the GPU is the limiting component as settings increase, with the VRAM buffer potentially causing stutters or reduced throughput at Ultra. The RX 7600’s nearest rivals, including the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (deltaPct 0.6) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (deltaPct -1.3), show that it performs as expected for its class, although the desktop RX 7600 XT variant holds a slight edge. The GPU’s Passmark G2D score of 984 is less relevant for gaming but does not detract from its core rendering capabilities.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a clear scaling pattern that underscores the GPU-bound nature of this combo at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the system is highly performant: Low settings produce 228.4 FPS, Medium 164.4 FPS, and High 139.8 FPS. These numbers suggest a balanced system where the CPU can still push high frame rates, though the GPU is beginning to show its limits at the High preset. Moving to 1440p, we see a predictable decline: Medium drops to 118.3 FPS (a 28% reduction), and High falls to 99.2 FPS (a 29% reduction). This consistent scaling indicates that the GPU is now the primary constraint, as resolution increases the pixel fill rate demand.

At 4K (3840x2160), the performance drops significantly. High settings yield an average of 61.8 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for a fast-paced sports title. Medium settings at 4K produce 73.7 FPS, while Low settings reach 108.5 FPS. The most telling figure is the Ultra preset at 4K, which collapses to 41.4 FPS. This sharp drop from High to Ultra at 4K (a 33% reduction) points directly to the 8 GB VRAM capacity being exceeded, forcing the GPU to manage memory more aggressively and impacting frame delivery. The data clearly shows that this combo is CPU-limited at 1080p Low, but becomes increasingly GPU-limited as resolution and settings rise, with the VRAM ceiling being the final arbiter at 4K Ultra.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the database of tested hardware combinations for Undisputed, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and AMD Radeon RX 7600 ranks 1148th out of 1580 total combos. This places it in the lower-middle tier of all systems tested, which is consistent with the RX 7600 being a mainstream GPU rather than a high-end part. The rank suggests that while the CPU is a strong performer, the GPU holds the combo back from achieving higher standings. To contextualize, the CPU’s percentile (85th) is significantly higher than the GPU’s (63rd), confirming that the graphics card is the limiting factor for this combo’s overall rank.

The rank of 1148 implies that a large number of other tested configurations deliver higher average frame rates in this game. This is not a criticism of the combo’s playability, as it achieves 87 FPS at 1080p Ultra, but it does indicate that users seeking maximum settings at high resolutions will find this combination inadequate. The data suggests that this pairing is designed for 1080p and 1440p gaming with moderate settings, rather than competing with high-end systems that occupy the top of the ranking chart. For a benchmark database, this rank provides a clear reference point: it is a competent mid-range setup, but not one that will top any performance charts for Undisputed.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS rows, the optimal settings preset depends on the user’s resolution and preference for frame rate versus visual fidelity. At 1080p, the High preset provides an excellent balance, delivering 139.8 FPS. This is well above the 60 FPS threshold and offers better visual quality than Medium (164.4 FPS) without the significant performance cost of Ultra (87 FPS). For competitive play or high-refresh-rate monitors, the Medium preset at 1080p is also viable, as the jump from Medium to High costs 25 FPS, which may not be worth the visual upgrade for some players.

At 1440p, the High preset remains the best choice, yielding 99.2 FPS. This is comfortably playable and provides good detail. The Medium preset (118.3 FPS) is a fallback for those who prioritize frame rate, but the visual difference is noticeable. Ultra at 1440p (62.7 FPS) is borderline; it is technically above 60 FPS, but the margin is thin, and the data shows that the VRAM is likely strained, which could lead to inconsistent frame times in busier scenes. For 4K gaming, the data suggests that High settings (61.8 FPS) are the maximum viable option, but even this is risky. The Low preset at 4K (108.5 FPS) offers a far more stable experience, though it sacrifices most graphical enhancements. The Ultra preset at 4K (41.4 FPS) should be avoided entirely, as it falls well below acceptable playability standards.

In summary, the best experience per the measured rows is to use the High preset at 1080p or 1440p. For 4K, users should stick to Low or Medium settings (73.7 FPS) to maintain a smooth frame rate, as the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM is insufficient for Ultra. This configuration is a capable 1080p machine and a decent 1440p performer, but it is not suited for 4K Ultra gaming.