Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X paired with the Intel Arc B390 presents a peculiar case in Undisputed. This combo ranks in the bottom 11.5% of all tested system configurations, yet the data reveals a nuanced story about where its bottlenecks lie and which settings offer a playable experience. The measured results show a system that is fundamentally constrained by its graphics component, but not in a way that completely cripples performance at lower resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1080p to 4K at identical settings shows a dramatic and consistent performance cliff, indicating that the Intel Arc B390 is the dominant limiting factor. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 127 FPS at 1920x1080 to 92 FPS at 2560x1440, a 27.6% reduction. Pushing further to 3840x2160 yields 58 FPS, which represents a 54.3% drop from the 1080p baseline and a 37.0% drop from the 1440p result. This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU that is being overwhelmed by pixel count, as the workload scales almost linearly with resolution.

The High settings preset tells a similar story, albeit with a lower starting point. The average FPS falls from 76 at 1080p to 55 at 1440p, and then to 35 at 4K. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K here is 53.9%, nearly identical to the Low preset’s decline. This consistency across presets suggests that the resolution scaling penalty is a function of the GPU’s rendering throughput rather than a specific setting causing a bottleneck. The data implies that the Arc B390’s raw pixel-pushing capability is exhausted quickly as resolution increases, regardless of the visual complexity.

The Medium preset provides the only complete min/max FPS data, showing a 4K range of 36 to 48 FPS around a 42 average. This narrow band reinforces the idea that the GPU is working at its limit, with little headroom for variance. At 1080p Medium, the average is 91 FPS with a much wider spread (78 to 105), indicating that at lower resolutions, the system has more flexibility and is less likely to be pinned against a hard hardware ceiling. The data strongly suggests that for 4K gaming, this combo is not viable for smooth play, while 1080p is where the hardware can actually stretch its legs.

How This Combo Ranks

In the database of tested combinations for Undisputed, this configuration sits at rank 2491 out of 2813 combos. This places it in the bottom 11.5% of all systems, which is a low position but not the absolute worst. The low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU’s performance profile, as the CPU is a relatively capable part. The data shows that the combo’s performance is severely capped by the graphics card, and this rank reflects the average experience across all tested resolutions and settings.

When examining the GPU’s standalone benchmark percentile, it sits at the 9th percentile against all other GPUs, which is a very low score. The nearest rivals to the Arc B390 in synthetic testing are the NVIDIA GeForce GT 520MX, the NVIDIA GeForce 800M, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 625 OEM, and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 710. The Arc B390’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is only 1.3% ahead of the GT 520MX, 1.5% ahead of the 800M, and 2.5% ahead of the GT 625 OEM. These are all legacy or entry-level mobile parts, which contextualizes the GPU’s performance class as being extremely modest.

The combo’s rank in-game is slightly better than the GPU’s synthetic percentile might imply, suggesting that Undisputed is not entirely GPU-bound. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, which sits at the 84th percentile among all CPUs, is likely providing enough processing power to prevent severe CPU-side stutters, even if it cannot overcome the GPU’s limitations. The 2491 rank is a blend of a strong CPU and a very weak GPU, with the final result leaning heavily toward the latter’s performance envelope. The data indicates that this is a pairing where the processor is effectively held hostage by the graphics solution.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B390 is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) based on the Panther Lake chip and Xe3-LPG architecture. Its specifications reveal a design focused on efficiency rather than raw performance, with a 3 nm process node and a modest 80 W TDP. The GPU’s memory is "System Shared," which means it relies on the system’s main memory for both capacity and bandwidth, with the latter being described as "System Dependent." This is a critical factor, as the lack of dedicated VRAM can severely impact performance in memory-intensive scenarios, though its effect on this game appears to be secondary to raw compute limits.

Clock speeds for the Arc B390 are listed as a base of 300 MHz and a boost of 2500 MHz. The boost clock is relatively high, but the base clock is low, which suggests the GPU will ramp up under load but may throttle quickly given its power envelope. The shading units are counted at 1536, with 48 TMUs and 24 ROPs, alongside 12 ray tracing cores. The pixel rate is 60.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 120.0 GTexel/s, with an FP32 throughput of 7.680 TFLOPS. These figures place it firmly in the entry-level tier, and the measured FPS in Undisputed aligns perfectly with this classification.

In the context of the game, the GPU’s role is the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS drop-offs between 1080p and 4K are steep and consistent, indicating that the Arc B390’s shading units and memory bandwidth are saturated quickly. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is the only synthetic benchmark, and its low value correlates with the in-game performance. The GPU’s 9th percentile ranking versus all other GPUs confirms that it is not a capable gaming part, and the measured results in this title do nothing to contradict that assessment. The data suggests that the Arc B390 is suited for light workloads or older titles, not for a competitive sports game at high resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this combo?*

A: Based on the measured FPS, 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo can consistently achieve high frame rates. At Low settings it hits 127 FPS, and at Medium it hits 91 FPS. The 2560x1440 resolution is playable at Low (92 FPS) but struggles at higher presets, while 3840x2160 is not recommended for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or the Intel Arc B390 the main bottleneck?

A: The Intel Arc B390 is the clear bottleneck. The GPU ranks in the 9th percentile and its performance drops significantly as resolution increases, while the CPU’s synthetic benchmarks are far stronger. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K indicates the graphics processor is overwhelmed.

Q: How does the Arc B390 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B390 is extremely close to several older NVIDIA parts. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 1482 is only 1.3% ahead of the GT 520MX, 1.5% ahead of the GeForce 800M, and 2.7% ahead of the GT 710. This shows it is in the same performance class as those older entry-level GPUs.

Q: Can this combo achieve a steady 60 FPS at 2560x1440?

A: Only at Low settings, where the average is 92 FPS. At Medium settings, the average drops to 66 FPS, which is above 60 but with a minimum of 56 FPS, indicating occasional dips below the target. High and Ultra settings fall well short of 60 FPS.

*Q: What is the total performance ranking of this combo in Undisputed?*

A: This specific CPU and GPU pairing ranks 2491 out of 2813 tested combos in the game. This places it in the bottom 11.5% of all configurations, which is consistent with the GPU’s low 9th percentile ranking.

Q: Does the game benefit from the CPU’s multi-core performance?

A: The CPU has 8 cores and 16 threads, which is a solid foundation. The data from the measured FPS suggests that even at low resolutions, the GPU is the limiting factor, so the CPU’s multi-core power is not fully utilized. The CPU is likely preventing a worse result, but it is not driving the FPS.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a Zen 2 architecture processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, base clock of 3.60 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. It has a 32 MB L3 cache and a 65 W TDP, making it a power-efficient part for its era. Its synthetic benchmarks are respectable, with a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2092 and a single-core score of 204. In Geekbench, it scores 8899 multi-core and 1593 single-core. The Passmark multi-thread score is 22458, and the single-thread score is 2656. These numbers place it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs, indicating it is a strong processor for general and multi-threaded tasks.

In the context of Undisputed, the CPU’s role appears to be supporting but not limiting. The measured FPS data shows that the performance scales almost entirely with resolution, which is a classic GPU-bound scenario. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would typically have more influence, the FPS of 127 is high but not exceptional, suggesting the GPU is still the primary constraint. The CPU’s high percentile ranking versus the GPU’s low one supports the idea that the processor is not holding the system back in this title.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth is listed as 51.2 GB/s with dual-channel DDR4 support, which is standard for its generation. This is relevant because the GPU shares system memory, so the CPU’s memory traffic could theoretically interfere with the GPU’s data access. However, the data does not show any specific stuttering or frame time issues that would point to a memory contention problem. The CPU’s 16 threads provide ample processing power for the game’s simulation and AI logic, but the benchmark results indicate that the graphics card is the sole reason for the low combo rank.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides a clear hierarchy for settings at each resolution. At 1920x1080, the best experience is found at Medium settings, which delivers an average of 91 FPS with a minimum of 78 FPS. This provides a smooth, high-refresh-rate experience without sacrificing too much visual quality. Low settings at this resolution push the average to 127 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play, but the jump to Medium is only a 28% reduction in FPS for what is likely a significant visual upgrade. High settings at 1080p are still playable at 76 FPS, but the step down from Medium (91 FPS) suggests that the GPU is starting to feel the load.

At 2560x1440, the recommendation must change. Low settings yield 92 FPS, which is the only preset that maintains a consistently high frame rate. Medium settings drop to 66 FPS, which is borderline playable but may experience dips to 56 FPS, making it less reliable for fast-paced action. High settings at 55 FPS and Ultra at 35 FPS are not recommended for a smooth experience. For 4K, the data is unequivocal: only Low settings (58 FPS) are remotely playable, and even that is below the 60 FPS threshold. Medium at 4K drops to 42 FPS, and Ultra is a slideshow at 22 FPS.

The optimal strategy for this combo is to prioritize resolution over visual fidelity. The data shows that dropping from 1080p High to 1080p Medium yields a 19.7% FPS increase, while dropping from 1080p Medium to 1080p Low yields a 39.6% increase. This suggests that the Medium preset is the sweet spot for balancing visual quality and performance at 1080p. For players who absolutely need 1440p, the Low preset is the only viable option, and for 4K, the experience will be sub-60 FPS regardless of settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset for this combo in Undisputed is as follows, with all values representing average frames per second unless otherwise noted.

At 1920x1080, the Low settings preset produces the highest average FPS at 127. The Medium preset averages 91 FPS, with a minimum of 78 and a maximum of 105, showing a 27 FPS spread. High settings average 76 FPS, and Ultra settings drop significantly to 49 FPS. This represents a 61.4% drop from Low to Ultra at the same resolution, highlighting the extreme cost of the Ultra preset.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average FPS for Low settings is 92. Medium settings average 66 FPS, with a minimum of 56 and a maximum of 76, creating a 20 FPS spread. High settings average 55 FPS, and Ultra settings average 35 FPS. The drop from Low to Ultra at 1440p is 62.0%, which is a similar percentage penalty to the 1080p results, suggesting the relative cost of the Ultra preset is consistent across resolutions.

At 3840x2160, the performance is heavily constrained. Low settings average 58 FPS, which is the only preset above 50 FPS. Medium settings average 42 FPS, with a minimum of 36 and a maximum of 48. High settings average 35 FPS, and Ultra settings average 22 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 62.1%, which is consistent with the other resolutions, indicating that the Ultra preset’s overhead is a constant multiplier on the GPU’s workload. The data shows that the 4K Medium preset’s maximum FPS of 48 is still lower than the 1440p Ultra average of 35, and the 1080p Ultra average of 49 is higher than the 4K High average of 35, demonstrating the steep performance wall imposed by the higher pixel count.