Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a highly capable Undisputed experience, with performance scaling predictably across resolutions. At 1080p, the system is firmly in high-refresh territory, while 4K remains playable at most settings. The data indicates a balanced pairing where the GPU becomes the primary scaling factor at higher resolutions, though the CPU’s 3D V-Cache provides a solid foundation for the game’s simulation elements.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear and consistent pattern as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 290 FPS, which is an exceptionally high ceiling that suggests the CPU and GPU are both operating with significant headroom. Moving to 2560x1440 Low drops the average to 209 FPS, a 28% reduction, while 3840x2160 Low yields 132 FPS, a 37% further drop from 1440p. This scaling behavior indicates that the RTX 5060’s compute and memory bandwidth are being progressively taxed as pixel count rises, but the CPU maintains enough throughput to avoid becoming the bottleneck at these lower settings.

The High preset tells a similar story with different absolute numbers. At 1080p High, the average is 172 FPS. Dropping to 1440p High brings that down to 125 FPS, a 27% decrease, and 4K High lands at 79 FPS, another 37% reduction. The consistency of these percentage drops across Low and High presets strongly implies that the limiting factor at higher resolutions is the GPU’s pixel throughput and memory subsystem, not the CPU. The RTX 5060 features 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is adequate for this title but explains the scaling curve.

The Medium preset shows the most complete data, including minimum and maximum FPS values. At 1080p Medium, the average is 208 FPS with a minimum of 177 FPS and a maximum of 240 FPS. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 151 FPS, with a tighter range of 128 to 173 FPS. At 4K Medium, the average falls to 95 FPS, with lows of 81 FPS and highs of 110 FPS. The 4K Medium minimum of 81 FPS is particularly noteworthy because it indicates that even in demanding scenes, the combo maintains playable frame rates without dipping into stutter territory.

Ultra settings produce the most demanding workload. At 1080p Ultra, the average is 111 FPS. This drops to 80 FPS at 1440p Ultra and further to 51 FPS at 4K Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the only configuration that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, suggesting that this preset is too demanding for the RTX 5060 at native 4K resolution. The scaling from 1080p Ultra to 4K Ultra represents a 54% reduction in average FPS, which is steeper than the 45% reduction seen with the High preset, indicating that Ultra settings place additional strain on the GPU’s shading units and memory bandwidth.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is a Zen 5 architecture processor built on TSMC’s 4 nm process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock is 4.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, and it carries 96 MB of shared L3 cache. This large cache is the processor’s defining characteristic and directly benefits simulation-heavy titles like Undisputed, where physics and AI calculations often reuse small data sets.

Benchmark results for the CPU show strong multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22807 and a single-core score of 2228. In Passmark testing, the processor achieves 41318 in multithread and 4704 in single-thread benchmarks. These figures place the CPU in the 92nd percentile versus all CPUs, indicating that it outperforms the vast majority of desktop processors. The nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i9-14900, which scores 58115 on average, a difference of only 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, which is 0.7% faster. This proximity suggests that the 9850X3D is competitive with top-tier alternatives, though the performance deltas are minor.

For Undisputed specifically, the CPU’s role appears to be secondary at lower resolutions but becomes more relevant at 1080p where high frame rates demand quick draw calls and physics updates. The 1080p Low result of 290 FPS suggests that the CPU is not limiting the system at this resolution, as the GPU is still capable of pushing frames well beyond typical display refresh rates. However, the 96 MB L3 cache likely helps maintain consistent frame pacing during boxing matches, where multiple fighters and environmental interactions are simulated simultaneously.

The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s over dual-channel DDR5 is adequate for feeding the GPU with geometry data, and its PCIe Gen 5 support with 24 lanes ensures no bottleneck when communicating with the RTX 5060 over its PCIe 5.0 x8 interface. The processor’s TDP of 120 W is modest for the performance it delivers, and its unlocked multiplier allows for additional tuning if needed, though the measured results suggest that stock operation is sufficient for this game.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC’s 5 nm process, with a chip designated as GB206. It features 3840 shading units, 120 texture mapping units, and 48 raster output units, along with 30 ray tracing cores and 120 tensor cores. The GPU’s base clock is 2280 MHz with a boost clock of 2497 MHz, and it achieves a pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s. Its FP32 performance is rated at 19.18 TFLOPS.

The 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus provides 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a critical specification for 4K gaming, as higher resolutions require more memory bandwidth to feed the shading units. The measured results show that 4K Ultra drops to 51 FPS, likely due to memory capacity and bandwidth constraints rather than raw compute, as the 8 GB frame buffer may be insufficient for Ultra textures at 4K.

Benchmark scores for the GPU show a Passmark G3D score of 20891 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 112787. The GPU sits in the 72nd percentile versus all GPUs, which is respectable but not top-tier. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary, which is 0.8% faster, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT, which is 1.2% slower. These small deltas indicate that the RTX 5060 performs in a crowded mid-range segment, and its 8 GB VRAM is the primary differentiator against cards with larger memory pools.

In Undisputed, the GPU’s role is dominant at 1440p and 4K. The scaling data shows that dropping from 1080p to 1440p reduces FPS by roughly 27-28%, and from 1440p to 4K by another 37%. This consistent pattern across presets confirms that the GPU is the limiting component at these resolutions. The RTX 5060’s 145 W TDP and 300 W suggested PSU requirement make it a power-efficient choice, and its dual-slot design with a single 8-pin connector simplifies installation.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 4K with playable frame rates?

A: Yes, at Medium settings the average is 95 FPS with a minimum of 81 FPS, and at High settings the average is 79 FPS. However, Ultra settings drop to 51 FPS, which may be too low for smooth gameplay.

Q: What is the best resolution for high refresh rate monitors?

A: At 1080p, the combination achieves 172 FPS on High and 208 FPS on Medium, making it ideal for 144Hz or 240Hz displays. At 1440p, High settings still deliver 125 FPS, which is sufficient for most high refresh monitors.

Q: How does the CPU’s cache affect performance in Undisputed?

A: The 96 MB L3 cache is likely beneficial for the game’s simulation and AI calculations, though the measured FPS data shows that the CPU is not the bottleneck at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 290 FPS, indicating CPU headroom.

Q: Is 8 GB of VRAM sufficient for this game?

A: The data shows that 8 GB is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p across all settings, and for 4K up to High settings. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 51, which may be due to VRAM capacity or bandwidth limits.

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

A: Low settings produce 209 FPS, while Ultra produces 80 FPS. This represents a 62% reduction in average FPS, indicating that Ultra settings impose a significant load on the GPU.

Q: How does this combo compare to other tested configurations?

A: This combo ranks 1214 out of 2813 tested combinations, placing it in the upper-middle range of the database. This ranking reflects a balanced CPU-GPU pairing that performs well in most scenarios.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 1214 out of 2813 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the 57th percentile of all tested configurations, meaning it outperforms more than half of the combinations in the database. This ranking is respectable given that the RTX 5060 is a mid-range GPU, while the CPU is a high-end processor. The pairing benefits from the CPU’s strong single-thread performance, which helps at 1080p where the GPU is less likely to be the limiting factor.

The CPU’s 92nd percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates that it is a top-tier processor, while the GPU’s 72nd percentile ranking shows it is above average but not exceptional. The combination’s overall rank of 1214 suggests that the GPU is the constraining component in most scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions. The measured results confirm this, as the FPS drops are consistent with GPU-bound behavior at 1440p and 4K.

Compared to the nearest rival GPUs, the RTX 5060 performs within 1% of the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT and the RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary. This means that pairing the 9850X3D with any of these GPUs would yield similar results in Undisputed, assuming the CPU does not become a bottleneck. Given that the CPU scores within 0.5% of the Intel Core i9-14900, users upgrading from that processor to the 9850X3D would see minimal performance changes in this title, though the 3D V-Cache could provide benefits in other simulation-heavy games.

The rank of 1214 also indicates that there is substantial room for improvement by pairing this CPU with a stronger GPU. Users who prioritize high frame rates at 4K would benefit from a more powerful graphics card, as the CPU has demonstrated it can support frame rates well above what the RTX 5060 delivers at that resolution.

Settings Recommendations

The measured data provides clear guidance for optimizing the Undisputed experience with this combo. For 1080p displays, the Medium preset delivers an average of 208 FPS with a minimum of 177 FPS, which is ideal for high refresh rate monitors. The High preset at 172 FPS is also excellent, and the Ultra preset at 111 FPS remains smooth for most players. Given the minimal visual difference between Medium and High in many sports titles, the High preset at 1080p offers the best balance of visual quality and performance.

At 1440p, the Medium preset produces 151 FPS with a minimum of 128 FPS, which is smooth for competitive play. The High preset at 125 FPS is also excellent and provides better visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 80 FPS is playable but may exhibit occasional dips during intense sequences. For most users, the High preset at 1440p is recommended, as it maintains an average above 120 FPS while offering improved textures and effects over Medium.

For 4K resolution, the Medium preset is the clear choice, delivering 95 FPS with a minimum of 81 FPS. This provides a smooth experience without compromising too much on visual quality. The High preset at 79 FPS is also playable, but the lower minimum FPS and increased GPU load make Medium the safer recommendation for consistent performance. The Ultra preset at 51 FPS should be avoided, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold and would result in a noticeably less fluid experience.

Considering the data holistically, the Medium preset at 1440p or 4K offers the best combination of frame rate stability and visual quality, while the High preset at 1080p is ideal for those with high refresh rate monitors. The Low preset, while achieving up to 290 FPS at 1080p, is unnecessary for most users unless they are competing at the highest levels and require maximum frame rates. The measured minimum FPS values for Medium settings show that this preset provides the most consistent frame pacing, making it the recommended choice for a stutter-free experience across all resolutions.