Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 delivers a playable experience in Undisputed, though the data reveals a system where the graphics card is the primary constraint at higher settings. The combination ranks in the 18th percentile of tested configurations, placing it in the lower tier of the 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 based on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge), built on a 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor features 32 MB of shared L3 cache and supports DDR5 memory on the AMD Socket AM5 platform. Its benchmark scores are strong: it achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25525 and a single-core score of 3603, alongside a Geekbench single-core score of 3363.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role appears secondary to the GPU. At 1080p Low settings, the system reaches 208.8 FPS, which is a frame rate where CPU overhead can become a factor. However, the processor's single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3DMark single-thread score of 1253 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4570, is sufficient to feed the RTX 2060 in this title. The data suggests that even at the lowest settings, the CPU is not the bottleneck; the GPU handles the rendering load. The processor's 3DMark 16-thread score of 7585 and max-thread score of 7590 indicate that multi-threaded performance is not a limiting factor for a sports title like this, which typically relies on a few primary threads. The CPU’s performance relative to its peers is tight; it sits only 0.3% above the Intel Core i5-13490F and 0.3% above the AMD Ryzen 5 230 in average benchmark scores, while being 0.4% below the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS.

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

The measured FPS data provides a clear picture of how settings impact performance. At 1080p, the Low preset yields 208.8 FPS, which is exceptionally high and suggests the GPU is underutilized. The Medium preset drops to 150.5 FPS, still offering a very smooth experience. The High preset delivers 126.6 FPS, which remains well above the threshold for competitive play. The Ultra preset, however, falls to 77.6 FPS, which is a significant reduction but still playable.

For the best balance of visual fidelity and performance at 1080p, the High preset is the recommended choice. It provides a 63% higher frame rate than Ultra while maintaining a substantial visual upgrade over Medium. At 1440p, the High preset produces 91.7 FPS, which is excellent for a high-refresh-rate monitor. The Medium preset at 1440p offers 109.1 FPS, but the visual difference between Medium and High is often worth the 17 FPS cost. At 4K, the High preset drops to 54.8 FPS, which is on the edge of smoothness. The Medium preset at 4K gives 66.6 FPS, which is a better target for 4K gaming on this hardware. The data indicates that the High preset is the sweet spot for 1080p and 1440p, while Medium is more appropriate for 4K to maintain a playable frame rate above 60 FPS.

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

The frame rate scaling across resolutions shows a classic GPU-bound pattern for this combination. Moving from 1080p to 1440p at High settings, the average FPS drops from 126.6 to 91.7, a 27.6% reduction. Moving from 1440p to 4K at High settings, the FPS falls further to 54.8, a 40.2% reduction from the 1440p figure. This steep decline at higher resolutions is the signature of a graphics card that is reaching its limits.

The RTX 2060, with its 6 GB of GDDR6 memory and 192-bit memory bus, provides 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth. At 4K, the increased pixel count and memory pressure cause the frame rate to collapse. The gap between the Low and Ultra presets also widens with resolution. At 1080p, the difference between Low (208.8 FPS) and Ultra (77.6 FPS) is 131.2 FPS. At 4K, the same comparison shows a difference of 58.5 FPS (98.5 vs 40). This narrowing gap indicates that at 4K, the GPU is so saturated that even lowering settings from Ultra to Low cannot recover the frame rate to the same degree as at 1080p. The data points to the GPU as the definitive limiting component at 4K, whereas at 1080p, the CPU has more headroom to push higher frame rates.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

This specific combination of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 1291 out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 18% of all configurations in the database. The rank reflects the GPU’s age and position; the RTX 2060 holds a percentile rank of 58 among all GPUs, which is mid-pack, but the pairing with a modern, high-end CPU does not boost the overall result in this game.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 16074, which is only 0.5% above the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% above the AMD Radeon Pro W5500. It is 1.7% below the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700. This suggests that the RTX 2060’s performance is tightly clustered with these other mid-range cards. The CPU, while ranking in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, does not compensate for the GPU's limitations in this title. The rank of 1291 indicates that most other tested combinations deliver higher average frame rates, confirming that the GPU is the bottleneck and the primary reason for the low overall ranking. The CPU’s strong scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core of 25525, are irrelevant to the final frame rate because the GPU cannot keep up.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution to use with this combo for a high refresh rate experience?

A: The 1080p resolution with the High preset delivers 126.6 FPS, which is ideal for a 120Hz or 144Hz monitor. The Low preset at 1080p reaches 208.8 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?*

A: Yes, but with caveats. The Medium preset at 4K produces 66.6 FPS, which is playable. The High preset at 4K drops to 54.8 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS target and may feel less smooth.

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

A: The GPU is the limiting component. The frame rate drops significantly from 1080p to 4K (from 126.6 to 54.8 FPS at High settings), which is a classic indication of GPU saturation. The CPU has ample headroom, as shown by its high single-thread benchmark scores.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its closest rivals in terms of raw performance?

A: The RTX 2060's average benchmark score is 16074, which is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500. It is 1.7% lower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and AMD Radeon Pro 5700.

Q: What is the difference in frame rate between the Low and Ultra presets at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, the Low preset achieves 152.3 FPS, while the Ultra preset achieves 56.9 FPS. This represents a 95.4 FPS difference, showing a massive performance cost for the highest visual settings.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 9600X's performance stand out compared to its direct competitors?

A: No. The Ryzen 5 9600X has an average benchmark score of 28246, which is only 0.3% above the Intel Core i5-13490F and AMD Ryzen 5 230. It is 0.4% below the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, indicating nearly identical performance among these four processors.