Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is a pairing where the GPU clearly dictates the experience in Undisputed, but the CPU’s headroom ensures that even demanding settings remain playable. Benchmark data shows a stark drop in frame rates as resolution climbs, with the gap between Low and Ultra settings widening dramatically at 4K. This combo ranks 1316th out of 1580 tested configurations in this game, placing it in the lower half of the pack, yet the measured results reveal a system capable of smooth performance at 1080p and 1440p when settings are managed correctly.

Resolution Scaling

The performance curve from 1080p to 4K exposes the RTX 2060 as the primary bottleneck. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 209.2 FPS, which drops to 149.4 FPS at 2560x1440 (a 28.6% reduction) and further to 97 FPS at 3840x2160 (a 35.1% reduction from 1440p). This scaling pattern is typical of a GPU-bound scenario—the CPU has ample power to feed frames, but the graphics card’s rendering throughput diminishes as pixel count increases.

The impact of resolution becomes more severe at higher settings. With Ultra settings, the average frame rate falls from 77.4 FPS at 1080p to 55.6 FPS at 1440p (a 28.2% drop) and then to 35.8 FPS at 4K (a 35.6% drop from 1440p). This shows that the GPU’s workload grows nearly linearly with pixel count, while the CPU remains underutilized. The data suggests that 1080p is the sweet spot for this combo, as even Medium settings achieve 151.7 FPS, well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

At 4K, the system struggles to maintain playability. High settings yield 57.1 FPS, which is borderline, while Medium drops to 66.6 FPS (a 14.3% improvement over High), and Ultra plummets to 35.8 FPS—a 37.3% reduction from Medium. This indicates that at 4K, the RTX 2060’s 6 GB VRAM and 192-bit memory bus become limiting factors, as the frame rate collapses under the combined pressure of higher resolution and more demanding visual effects.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X brings 12 cores and 24 threads based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. In synthetic benchmarks, this processor scores 33150 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 4680 in single-core, which places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. However, in Undisputed, the CPU’s role is secondary—the frame rates scale with resolution and settings in a way that indicates the GPU is the limiting component.

The 5900X’s single-thread performance is adequate for this sports title, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p Low (209.2 FPS) and 1080p Medium (151.7 FPS). These numbers suggest that the CPU is not a bottleneck at lower resolutions, where the GPU can push frames quickly. The processor’s 64 MB of L3 cache and DDR4 memory support provide sufficient bandwidth for game logic and physics, but the benchmark results show no CPU-related stalls even at 4K Ultra, where the frame rate drops to 35.8 FPS—a clear GPU limitation.

The 5900X’s 24 threads are overkill for Undisputed, but they ensure that background tasks don’t interfere with frame pacing. The processor’s percentile rank of 90 vs. all CPUs confirms its high-end positioning, yet the combo’s overall rank in this game (1316th of 1580) is dragged down by the GPU, not the CPU. In fact, the CPU’s nearest rivals—like the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (0.7% lower average score) and Intel Core i7-13700 (1% higher)—show that the 5900X is competitive, but this doesn’t translate to higher frame rates when the GPU is the constraint.

FAQ

*Q: Can this combo run Undisputed at 60 FPS in 4K?*

A: Only with Low settings, which produce 97 FPS. At Medium, the average drops to 66.6 FPS, and at High it falls to 57.1 FPS—just below the 60 FPS target. Ultra settings are not viable at 4K, yielding only 35.8 FPS.

Q: What is the best resolution for this system?

A: 1920x1080 is the optimal choice. Even at Ultra settings, the combo achieves 77.4 FPS, while Medium reaches 151.7 FPS and Low hits 209.2 FPS. At 1440p, High settings produce 88.8 FPS, but Ultra drops to 55.6 FPS, making 1080p the most consistent experience.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its nearest rivals in this game?

A: The RTX 2060’s average benchmark score of 16074 is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, but 1.7% lower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Radeon Pro 5700. This places it in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, indicating mid-range performance.

Q: Is the Ryzen 9 5900X holding back the RTX 2060?

A: No. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 33150 and single-core score of 4680 are far above what Undisputed requires. The frame rate drops from 209.2 FPS at 1080p Low to 97 FPS at 4K Low are entirely attributable to the GPU’s rendering limits, not CPU processing power.

Q: What settings should be avoided at 1440p?

A: Ultra settings, which average 55.6 FPS, should be avoided if aiming for 60 FPS. High settings at 88.8 FPS or Medium at 107.2 FPS provide better headroom. Low settings at 149.4 FPS are overkill for most displays but show the GPU’s ceiling.

Q: How does this combo rank among all tested systems?

A: The combo ranks 1316th out of 1580 tested configurations in Undisputed, placing it in the bottom 17% of all combos. This low ranking is due to the GPU’s mid-range performance, not the CPU, which ranks in the 90th percentile of all processors.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its best results. Low settings produce 209.2 FPS, Medium yields 151.7 FPS, High reaches 125.9 FPS, and Ultra drops to 77.4 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 131.8 FPS, indicating that the GPU has significant headroom at this resolution, but the CPU keeps up even at the highest frame rates.

At 2560x1440, performance scales down predictably. Low settings average 149.4 FPS, Medium hits 107.2 FPS, High manages 88.8 FPS, and Ultra falls to 55.6 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra narrows to 93.8 FPS, showing that the GPU’s workload increases faster than its ability to render frames. The step from Medium to High is a 17.2% drop, while High to Ultra is a 37.4% drop, suggesting that Ultra settings impose a heavy penalty.

At 3840x2160, the system struggles. Low settings still achieve 97 FPS, but Medium drops to 66.6 FPS, High to 57.1 FPS, and Ultra to 35.8 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 61.2 FPS, and the drop from Medium to High is 14.3%, while High to Ultra is 37.3%. This indicates that the RTX 2060’s 6 GB VRAM and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K Ultra, causing a severe frame rate collapse.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 1316 out of 1580 in Undisputed places it in the lower quartile of tested systems. This ranking is heavily influenced by the GPU, which sits in the 58th percentile of all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 16074. The CPU, however, is a top-tier component, ranking in the 90th percentile with an average benchmark score of 39453. The disparity between the two components explains why the combo underperforms in a GPU-heavy title like Undisputed.

The CPU’s nearest rivals—the AMD EPYC 4245P (0.2% higher score), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (0.7% lower), Intel Core i7-13700F (0.9% lower), and Intel Core i7-13700 (1% higher)—show that the 5900X is competitive with modern processors. However, this doesn’t help the combo’s ranking because the GPU is the limiting factor. The RTX 2060’s nearest rivals—the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (0.5% higher), Radeon Pro 5600M (1.7% higher), Radeon Pro 5700 (1.7% higher), and Radeon Pro W5500 (1.8% lower)—confirm that the GPU is mid-range.

In practical terms, this combo ranks below systems with newer GPUs but above those with older or weaker graphics cards. The 1316th rank suggests that most tested combos outperform it, primarily due to superior GPUs. The CPU’s strength is wasted in this configuration, as the GPU cannot leverage the 5900X’s full potential in Undisputed.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience, 1080p Medium settings are the recommended choice. This configuration produces 151.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold and leaves headroom for dips. The jump from Medium to High at 1080p is only 26.8% lower (125.9 FPS), but the visual improvement may not justify the frame rate loss for competitive play. Low settings at 209.2 FPS are unnecessary unless chasing maximum refresh rates on a 240Hz display.

At 1440p, High settings at 88.8 FPS provide a smooth experience, but Medium at 107.2 FPS is safer for maintaining consistent frame times. Ultra at 55.6 FPS is below the 60 FPS target and should be avoided. At 4K, Low settings at 97 FPS are the only viable option for 60 FPS gameplay; Medium at 66.6 FPS is playable, but High at 57.1 FPS and Ultra at 35.8 FPS are not recommended.

The data shows that the combo is best suited for 1080p gaming, where it can handle Ultra settings at 77.4 FPS. For 1440p, stick to Medium or High. For 4K, only Low settings are recommended, as higher settings cause frame rates to drop below acceptable levels.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the defining component in this combo, and its limitations are evident in the measured FPS. With 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, the GPU delivers 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is insufficient for 4K Ultra settings in Undisputed. The card’s boost clock of 1680 MHz and 1920 shading units provide decent 1080p performance, but the 58th percentile ranking reflects its mid-range status.

The GPU’s average benchmark score of 16074 is 0.5% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 7600S and 1.8% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro W5500, but 1.7% lower than the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Radeon Pro 5700. This places it in a competitive but not leading position. The RTX 2060’s 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores support modern APIs like DirectX 12 Ultimate, but these features don’t help in a sports title where raw rasterization performance matters more.

The GPU’s 12 nm process node and 160 W TDP are older, but the card’s performance is consistent with its era. The data shows that the RTX 2060 can handle 1080p Ultra at 77.4 FPS, but 4K Ultra at 35.8 FPS is a clear failure point. The 6 GB VRAM is a limiting factor at higher resolutions, as texture-heavy scenes can exceed this capacity, causing frame rate drops. For this combo, the GPU is the bottleneck, and users should adjust settings accordingly to achieve playable frame rates.