Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 combination delivers a robust 1080p and 1440p experience in Undisputed, with 4K requiring settings tuned down to maintain high frame rates. The data shows a clear scaling pattern from a CPU-bound scenario at low resolutions to a GPU-bound scenario at 4K, making this combo a versatile pick for high-refresh-rate monitors at mainstream resolutions.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic performance curve that shifts bottleneck behavior as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo reaches an average of 241 FPS, which is the highest recorded figure across all tested configurations. This suggests that at this resolution and setting level, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D’s 8 cores and 16 threads are more than sufficient to feed the RTX 5050, and the GPU itself is not being pushed to its limit. However, the drop from Low to Ultra at 1080p is substantial — falling from 241 FPS to 92 FPS — representing a 62% reduction in average frame rate. This indicates that while the CPU is capable, the graphical workload at Ultra settings begins to tax the GPU heavily.

Moving to 1440p, the same settings progression shows a similar pattern but with lower absolute numbers. Low settings produce an average of 174 FPS, which is still exceptionally high for competitive play. The jump to High settings yields 104 FPS, and Medium lands at 125 FPS. Interestingly, the Medium setting at 1440p (125 FPS) is actually higher than the High setting (104 FPS), which points to specific rendering features in the High preset that are more demanding than those in Medium. The Ultra preset at 1440p drops to 67 FPS, which is playable but indicates the RTX 5050 is now the primary limiting factor, as the resolution increase has added enough pixel fill rate demand to strain the GPU.

At 4K (3840x2160), the scaling becomes more aggressive. Low settings yield an average of 110 FPS, which is still respectable, but the transition to Medium drops to 79 FPS, and High falls to 66 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K produces just 42 FPS, making it largely unplayable for smooth action. The delta between 1080p Low (241 FPS) and 4K Low (110 FPS) is a 54% reduction, while the delta between 1080p Ultra (92 FPS) and 4K Ultra (42 FPS) is a 54% reduction as well. This proportional decline suggests that the RTX 5050’s 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit memory bus are being saturated at 4K, regardless of the preset. The GPU’s 320.0 GB/s bandwidth and 13.17 TFLOPS of FP32 performance are simply not enough to maintain high frame rates at this resolution when settings are maxed out.

The data indicates that the sweet spot for this combo is 1440p, where the CPU remains strong enough to avoid becoming a bottleneck at any preset, and the GPU still delivers playable averages even at High settings. At 1080p, the CPU’s 96 MB of shared L3 cache and high single-thread performance (Geekbench single-core score of 2017) ensure that frame rates are never CPU-limited, but the GPU is underutilized at Low settings, leaving performance headroom on the table. At 4K, the GPU is clearly the limiting component, as evidenced by the steep drop in average FPS across all settings compared to 1440p.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a Zen 3 architecture processor built on TSMC’s 7 nm process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Its most distinctive feature is the 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a massive amount compared to typical desktop processors. This cache configuration is particularly beneficial in sports games like Undisputed, where physics calculations, AI opponent behavior, and match state tracking can create repetitive memory access patterns that benefit from large, fast cache.

Benchmark data shows the CPU’s multi-threaded capability is strong, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14317 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11765. However, its single-thread performance is more modest, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1452 and a 3DMark single-thread score of 884. In Undisputed, the game appears to rely more heavily on single-thread performance at lower resolutions, given that the 1080p Low setting achieves 241 FPS without any signs of CPU bottlenecking. The CPU’s percentile ranking of 80 versus all CPUs places it in the upper quintile, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-10900K (deltaPct 0.1) and the Intel Core i5-12600KF (deltaPct 0.3), both of which are older designs with higher clock speeds but less L3 cache.

The 5800X3D’s 8 cores and 16 threads are more than adequate for Undisputed, which is not a heavily threaded title. The game’s engine likely uses a few primary threads for gameplay logic and rendering, leaving many CPU cores idle. This is evidenced by the fact that lowering resolution from 1440p to 1080p at the same settings yields a substantial FPS increase (e.g., High settings go from 104 FPS to 144 FPS), which means the GPU is the bottleneck at higher resolutions, not the CPU. At 1080p Low, the CPU has no trouble maintaining 241 FPS, indicating that its architecture and cache are well-suited to the game’s demands.

The CPU’s 105 W TDP and socket AM4 compatibility make it a practical choice for existing builds, but its end-of-life production status means it is no longer being manufactured. Its 3DMark 16-thread score of 7299 and Passmark multithread score of 28309 show that it can handle more demanding workloads, but for Undisputed specifically, the single-thread and cache performance are the key contributors to the high frame rates seen at 1080p and 1440p. The data suggests that the CPU is never the limiting factor in this combo, even at 1080p Low where the GPU is clearly underutilized.

FAQ

*Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D sufficient for the RTX 5050 in Undisputed?*

A: Yes, the data shows no CPU bottleneck at any resolution or settings preset. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 241 FPS, and at 1440p Low it reaches 174 FPS, both of which indicate the CPU can feed the GPU effectively. The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads with a 96 MB L3 cache are more than enough for this game’s workload.

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to maintain 60+ FPS at High settings?

A: At 4K High, the average FPS is 66, which barely exceeds 60. At 1440p High, the average is 104 FPS, and at 1080p High it is 144 FPS. Therefore, 1440p is the recommended resolution for a comfortable margin above 60 FPS at High settings, while 4K is playable but with less headroom.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest rivals in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The RTX 5050 has an average benchmark score of 21035. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, scores 21153 with a deltaPct of -0.6, meaning the RTX 5050 is slightly behind. The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT scores 20713 with a deltaPct of 1.6, putting it ahead. This places the RTX 5050 in a competitive mid-range position.

*Q: Does the RTX 5050’s 8 GB VRAM cause issues at 4K in Undisputed?*

A: The data shows a significant FPS drop at 4K Ultra (42 FPS) compared to 4K Medium (79 FPS), which suggests that the 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus are being overwhelmed by the Ultra preset’s texture and shading demands. At 4K Low, the average is 110 FPS, indicating that lower settings reduce VRAM pressure enough to maintain playable performance.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, Low settings produce an average of 174 FPS, while Ultra settings drop to 67 FPS. This is a 107 FPS difference, representing a 61% reduction in average frame rate. The Medium preset (125 FPS) sits between these extremes, offering a more balanced trade-off.

*Q: How does the CPU’s single-thread performance affect Undisputed?*

A: The CPU’s Geekbench single-core score is 2017, and its 3DMark single-thread score is 884. Since Undisputed achieves 241 FPS at 1080p Low, the single-thread performance is clearly adequate for the game’s engine. The large 96 MB L3 cache likely helps with repetitive data access patterns in sports simulations, reducing latency.

How This Combo Ranks

Out of 2813 tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 1722nd in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom half of all tested combos, which is somewhat surprising given the strong individual component benchmarks. The CPU ranks in the 80th percentile among all CPUs, and the GPU ranks in the 66th percentile among all GPUs, but their combined performance in this specific game is mid-pack.

The ranking suggests that Undisputed is not particularly demanding on either component, and many other combos with faster GPUs or newer CPUs will outperform it. However, the rank should be interpreted in context: the 2813 combos likely include high-end configurations with RTX 4090-class GPUs and flagship CPUs, which would naturally push this combo down the list. The measured FPS data shows that the combo is capable of high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, but the rank reflects that other pairings can achieve even higher averages, particularly at 4K.

The deltaPct values for the CPU’s nearest rivals show it is virtually tied with the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (deltaPct 0) and the Intel Core i9-10900K (deltaPct 0.1), meaning the CPU’s overall benchmark performance is on par with these alternatives. For the GPU, the RTX 5050 is within 1.6% of the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, indicating that either card would produce similar results in Undisputed. This combo’s rank of 1722 suggests that while it is not a top-tier performer, it is far from the bottom, and its real-world frame rates are more than playable for the majority of users.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset to use based on your target resolution and frame rate. At 1080p, the Low preset delivers an average of 241 FPS, which is ideal for esports-style play or high-refresh-rate monitors up to 240 Hz. However, the Medium preset at 173 FPS is a better balance, as it offers improved visual quality while still exceeding 144 Hz, which is the refresh rate of most gaming monitors. The High preset at 144 FPS is also viable for 144 Hz displays, but the Ultra preset at 92 FPS is not recommended unless you have a 90 Hz monitor or prefer maximum graphical fidelity over smoothness.

At 1440p, the Medium preset produces an average of 125 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS, making it the best choice for a 120 Hz or 144 Hz monitor. The High preset at 104 FPS is also playable, but the Medium preset’s higher average and minimum frame rates provide a more consistent experience. The Low preset at 174 FPS is recommended for competitive play where frame rate is prioritized over visuals, but the Ultra preset at 67 FPS is only suitable for 60 Hz displays and sacrifices too much smoothness for visual gains.

At 4K, the Low preset at 110 FPS is the only setting that offers a truly smooth experience, making it the default recommendation for 4K gaming. The Medium preset at 79 FPS is playable on 60 Hz displays, but the High preset at 66 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 42 FPS should be avoided. Given that the GPU is the limiting factor at 4K, users should prioritize the Low or Medium presets to maintain frame rates above 60 FPS. For the best overall experience across all resolutions, the Medium preset offers the most balanced trade-off between visual quality and performance, as it consistently delivers either 173 FPS at 1080p, 125 FPS at 1440p, or 79 FPS at 4K.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers an average of 144 FPS on High settings, with the Medium preset reaching 173 FPS and a minimum of 147 FPS and a maximum of 200 FPS. The Low preset achieves an average of 241 FPS, while the Ultra preset drops to 92 FPS. These numbers show that the CPU and GPU are well-balanced at this resolution, with the GPU becoming the limiting factor only at Ultra settings.

At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 104 FPS, and the Medium preset averages 125 FPS with a minimum of 107 FPS and a maximum of 144 FPS. The Low preset reaches 174 FPS, and the Ultra preset falls to 67 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a 61% reduction in average FPS, which is consistent with the GPU’s increasing workload as settings are raised.

At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 66 FPS, the Medium preset averages 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 91 FPS, and the Low preset averages 110 FPS. The Ultra preset produces just 42 FPS. The minimum FPS data for the Medium preset at 4K (67 FPS) is notably close to the average FPS for the High preset (66 FPS), indicating that the Medium preset provides a more stable frame rate than High at this resolution. The data confirms that 4K is the most demanding scenario, with even the Low preset showing a significant drop from the 1440p Low result of 174 FPS.