Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9060 presents a compelling mid-range configuration for Undisputed. This analysis examines the measured performance data across resolutions and settings, interpreting what the numbers indicate about the system's balance and capabilities.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a clear and expected trend: performance scales inversely with resolution. At 1080p High settings, the combo produces an average of 150 FPS. Moving to 1440p High drops this to 108 FPS, and at 4K High, the average settles at 69 FPS. This represents a 28% reduction from 1080p to 1440p, and a further 36% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling is consistent with a GPU-bound scenario at higher resolutions, where the rendering load on the graphics card increases substantially.

The frame rate deltas between settings at each resolution are more telling. At 4K, the jump from Low (115 FPS) to Medium (83 FPS) is a 32 FPS loss, while moving from Medium to High (69 FPS) costs another 14 FPS. The most punishing step is from High to Ultra, which plummets to 44 FPS—a 25 FPS drop that represents a 36% performance hit. This non-linear scaling suggests that the Ultra preset introduces effects that disproportionately tax the GPU, pushing the system into a territory where the frame rate becomes less fluid for competitive play.

At 1440p, the same pattern emerges but with higher absolute numbers. Low settings yield 182 FPS, Medium drops to 131 FPS, High to 108 FPS, and Ultra to 70 FPS. The gap between High and Ultra remains significant at 38 FPS, indicating that the Ultra preset's demands are consistent regardless of resolution. At 1080p, the headroom is more generous: Low hits 252 FPS, Medium 181 FPS, High 150 FPS, and Ultra 97 FPS. The fact that even 4K Medium (83 FPS) exceeds the 60 FPS threshold suggests the limiting component at lower resolutions is not the GPU, but rather the CPU's ability to feed frames quickly enough.

The data indicates that this configuration is primarily GPU-limited. The scaling from 1080p to 4K at High settings shows a 54% reduction in frame rate, which is a more severe drop than what would be expected if the CPU were the bottleneck. However, the CPU's role becomes more apparent at 1080p Low, where the 252 FPS average suggests the Ryzen 7 7700 is capable of driving high frame rates, but the GPU's ceiling prevents even higher output.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael). It operates with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, which provides strong single-threaded performance for game logic. The processor's benchmark scores support this: the 3dmark single-thread score is 1049, and the Cinebench R23 single-core score is 1930. These numbers are respectable for a modern desktop CPU and indicate that the processor can handle the physics and AI calculations in Undisputed without becoming a significant constraint.

The processor's multi-threaded capabilities are also robust, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18760 and a Geekbench multicore score of 15371. This suggests that even if the game engine were to utilize more threads, the CPU has ample headroom. The Ryzen 7 7700's percentile rank of 87 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 40081, places it in the upper tier of processors. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (0.1% faster), Intel Core 5 221E (0.2% slower), and AMD Ryzen 9 270 (0.4% slower), indicating that this CPU is competitively positioned.

In the context of Undisputed, the CPU's role is to maintain consistent frame pacing, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is less taxed. The measured data at 1080p Low (252 FPS) and Medium (181 FPS) suggests that the CPU is not the limiting factor at these settings. The processor's 32 MB of shared L3 cache and DDR5 memory support (83.2 GB/s bandwidth) provide sufficient data throughput for the game's demands. The TDP of 65 W indicates an efficient part that does not require exotic cooling solutions, making it a practical choice for a gaming build.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture (Navi 44 chip) and features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 1792 shading units, 112 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, with a boost clock of 2990 MHz. Its FP32 performance is rated at 21.43 TFLOPS, which is a solid figure for a mainstream graphics card. The GPU's percentile rank of 59 among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 16014, places it in the mid-range segment. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (0.7% faster) and AMD Radeon RX 7700 (1% slower), indicating that it competes closely with previous-generation mid-range offerings.

The GPU's performance in Undisputed is the primary determinant of frame rates at higher resolutions. The 8 GB of VRAM is adequate for the game's requirements at 1080p and 1440p, but the measured data at 4K Ultra (44 FPS) suggests that the GPU is heavily taxed. The 128-bit memory bus and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth may become a constraint at 4K, where texture data and frame buffer requirements are larger. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support (12_2) ensures compatibility with modern rendering techniques, and its Vulkan 1.4 support is beneficial for titles that leverage this API.

The measured FPS data shows that the RX 9060 can deliver playable frame rates at 4K High (69 FPS) but struggles at Ultra (44 FPS). The significant drop from High to Ultra indicates that the Ultra preset likely enables features such as higher-quality shadows, reflections, or post-processing effects that demand more from the GPU's compute units and memory bandwidth. The GPU's TDP of 132 W and single 8-pin power connector suggest it is a power-efficient card that should be easy to accommodate in most systems.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo to hit 60 FPS consistently?

A: The data shows that 4K High settings average 69 FPS, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. At 1440p, even Ultra settings achieve 70 FPS, while at 1080p, all settings exceed 97 FPS.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 4K at High settings?

A: The average frame rate falls from 150 FPS at 1080p to 69 FPS at 4K, representing a 54% reduction. This indicates a strong GPU scaling demand at higher resolutions.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM sufficient for this game at 4K?

A: The measured data shows playable frame rates at 4K High (69 FPS), suggesting 8 GB is adequate. However, at 4K Ultra, the average drops to 44 FPS, which may indicate VRAM capacity or bandwidth limitations with the most demanding settings.

Q: How does this GPU compare to its nearest rival, the RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The RX 9060's average benchmark score is 16014, while the RTX 3060 Ti scores 16129, making the RTX 3060 Ti 0.7% faster. This is a negligible difference in synthetic benchmarks.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 ranks in the 87th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 40081. This places it above the majority of CPUs, indicating strong overall performance.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The measured average is 131 FPS, with a minimum of 111 FPS and a maximum of 151 FPS. This provides a smooth experience with a comfortable margin above 60 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 is ranked 1633 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the 42nd percentile among all configurations, which is a mid-pack result. The rank reflects the balance of CPU and GPU performance, with neither component being a standout top-tier part but both working well together.

The CPU's strong performance (87th percentile) is somewhat offset by the GPU's more modest ranking (59th percentile). This suggests that the system is slightly CPU-heavy for the GPU's capabilities, meaning that in CPU-bound scenarios (such as 1080p Low), the processor has headroom to spare, but in GPU-bound scenarios (such as 4K Ultra), the graphics card becomes the limiting factor. The rank of 1633 indicates that there are many other combos that outperform this pairing, likely those with higher-end GPUs or more balanced configurations.

For the user, this rank means the system is capable of delivering a good experience in Undisputed, but it will not be the top performer. The data shows that at 1440p High (108 FPS) and 4K High (69 FPS), the frame rates are respectable. The rank also suggests that users looking to improve performance would benefit more from a GPU upgrade than a CPU upgrade, as the Ryzen 7 7700 has more headroom than the RX 9060.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear guide for optimizing the experience in Undisputed. At 1080p, the Medium preset (181 FPS) and High preset (150 FPS) both deliver excellent frame rates that are well above the 144 Hz refresh rate of most gaming monitors. The Ultra preset at 97 FPS is still playable but offers no significant visual benefit for the 53 FPS loss from Medium. For competitive play at 1080p, the Low preset (252 FPS) is viable, but the Medium preset offers a better balance of visual quality and performance.

At 1440p, the High preset (108 FPS) is the recommended starting point, as it provides a smooth experience that is suitable for most displays. The Medium preset (131 FPS) is a better choice for users with high-refresh-rate monitors, while the Ultra preset (70 FPS) is playable but may exhibit stutter in fast-paced moments. The Low preset (182 FPS) is overkill for most scenarios but is available for those prioritizing maximum frame rate.

At 4K, the High preset (69 FPS) is the sweet spot, delivering a playable experience that is close to the 60 FPS target. The Medium preset (83 FPS) offers a more comfortable margin and is recommended for users who prefer smoother motion over slight visual enhancements. The Ultra preset (44 FPS) should be avoided, as the frame rate drops below the threshold for fluid gameplay. The Low preset (115 FPS) is surprisingly high at 4K, indicating that the GPU can handle the resolution well when visual effects are minimized.

For the best overall experience, the data suggests prioritizing Medium or High settings at 1440p, or High settings at 4K. These configurations provide a balance of visual fidelity and performance that maximizes the capabilities of this CPU-GPU combo. The user should avoid the Ultra preset at all resolutions unless they have a specific preference for maximum visual quality over frame rate, given the significant performance penalty.