Undisputed

# Undisputed with AMD Ryzen 9 5900X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 delivers a compelling 1080p and 1440p experience in Undisputed, with the data showing a clear GPU-bound ceiling at higher resolutions. At 4K Ultra, the combo drops to 54 FPS, indicating that the RTX 3070's 8 GB frame buffer and Ampere architecture become the limiting factor, while the 12-core Ryzen 9 5900X provides ample headroom across all tested settings. The combination ranks 1591 out of 3718 tested combos in this title, placing it in the upper-middle tier of the database.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a predictable yet steep scaling curve as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 308 FPS, which drops to 222 FPS at 2560x1440 and 141 FPS at 3840x2160. This represents a 54% reduction from 1080p to 1440p and a further 36% reduction from 1440p to 4K. The scaling pattern suggests that at 1080p, the system is not fully GPU-bound — the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3dmark_single_thread score of 941) and high boost clock of 4.80 GHz allow the RTX 3070 to stretch its legs, producing frame rates that exceed what pure GPU compute would suggest.

At Medium settings, the resolution scaling tells a similar story: 221 FPS at 1080p, 160 FPS at 1440p, and 101 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 28%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K is 37%. This inverted scaling pattern at Medium compared to Low indicates that the GPU is becoming more of a bottleneck as settings increase, which is expected given the RTX 3070's 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 8 GB VRAM capacity.

The High settings preset shows 183 FPS at 1080p, 132 FPS at 1440p, and 84 FPS at 4K. Here, the scaling from 1080p to 1440p is a 28% reduction, and from 1440p to 4K is a 36% reduction. The consistency of these percentages across Medium and High suggests that the game's rendering pipeline at these settings scales uniformly with pixel count, which is typical for a sports title with relatively simple geometry but heavy post-processing effects.

Ultra settings present the most demanding scenario: 118 FPS at 1080p, 85 FPS at 1440p, and 54 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is notably below the 60 FPS threshold, making it unsuitable for smooth gameplay on standard 60 Hz displays. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at Ultra is 28%, while 1440p to 4K is 36%, mirroring the pattern seen at other settings. This consistent scaling behavior indicates that the RTX 3070's compute resources — 5888 shading units and 20.31 TFLOPS FP32 — are the primary determinant of performance at higher resolutions, with the CPU contributing less as pixel count rises.

The data suggests that at 1080p, the system operates in a CPU-influenced regime where the Ryzen 9 5900X's 12 cores and 24 threads can feed the GPU efficiently. At 4K, however, the GPU's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor, and the CPU's role diminishes significantly. The 54 FPS at 4K Ultra versus 308 FPS at 1080p Low illustrates the full performance envelope of this pairing — a 5.7x difference that underscores the GPU-bound nature of higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination ranks 1591 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the 57th percentile of all tested systems. This ranking reflects a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outperforms the other in this specific title. The Ryzen 9 5900X itself holds an 87th percentile rank among all CPUs, while the RTX 3070 sits at the 61st percentile among all GPUs — the combo's in-game ranking is lower than the CPU's percentile but higher than the GPU's, suggesting that the game's performance is more heavily influenced by GPU capability.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H (0.3% higher average score), Intel Core Ultra 7 356H (0.4% higher), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 (0.4% higher), while the Intel Core i7-14650HX trails by 0.5%. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the Ryzen 9 5900X sits in a tightly contested performance band where no single rival holds a decisive advantage. The 0.3% to 0.4% differences are within run-to-run variance for most benchmark suites.

For the GPU, the nearest rivals show a similar pattern: the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is 0.7% faster, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 690 is 1% faster, and the AMD Radeon HD 7970M is 1.1% faster, while the NVIDIA Tesla K40c trails by 1.5%. These comparisons are based on average benchmark scores across multiple tests, not specifically on Undisputed performance, so the in-game ranking provides a more relevant reference point.

The combo's rank of 1591 out of 3718 means that approximately 57% of tested combinations deliver higher frame rates in Undisputed. This is a solid mid-tier position, particularly considering the RTX 3070's end-of-life production status. The pairing demonstrates that a previous-generation GPU with a high-end CPU can still deliver competitive performance in a sports title that is not graphically demanding by modern standards.

The data shows that the combo's ranking is more constrained by the GPU than the CPU. With the CPU at the 87th percentile and the GPU at the 61st percentile, the overall combo rank of 57th percentile aligns closely with the GPU's standing. This suggests that upgrading the GPU would yield a more significant improvement in Undisputed than upgrading the CPU, assuming the rest of the system remains unchanged.

FAQ

Q: What is the best resolution for this combo in Undisputed?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 provides an excellent balance, with 132 FPS at High settings and 160 FPS at Medium. At 1920x1080, the combo achieves 183 FPS at High and 308 FPS at Low, but the 1440p results remain above 60 FPS even at Ultra (85 FPS), making it the highest resolution where all settings are playable.

Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K, the combo delivers 141 FPS on Low, 101 FPS on Medium, and 84 FPS on High. However, 4K Ultra drops to 54 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold. Users seeking 4K Ultra would need a more powerful GPU.

Q: How does the Ryzen 9 5900X's core count affect Undisputed performance?

A: The CPU has 12 cores and 24 threads, which provides substantial multi-threaded capability. The benchmark data shows strong multi-thread performance (cinebench_r23_multicore score of 16262 and passmark_multithread score of 39002), but the game's frame rates at higher resolutions suggest that GPU throughput, not CPU core count, is the primary bottleneck.

Q: Is the RTX 3070's 8 GB VRAM sufficient for Undisputed?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, the 8 GB GDDR6 memory is adequate for all tested settings and resolutions. The game shows no signs of VRAM-related performance collapse at 4K Ultra, where the 54 FPS result is consistent with the GPU's compute limitations rather than memory capacity issues.

Q: What is the frame time consistency at Medium settings?

A: The data includes min and max FPS only for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the range is 188 to 255 FPS (average 221), at 1440p Medium it's 136 to 184 FPS (average 160), and at 4K Medium it's 86 to 116 FPS (average 101). These ranges indicate stable frame pacing without significant stuttering.

Q: How does this combo compare to the CPU's nearest rivals in overall benchmarks?

A: The Ryzen 9 5900X's nearest rivals — Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 — all score within 0.4% of this CPU's average benchmark score. The Intel Core i7-14650HX trails by 0.5%. These differences are negligible in real-world gaming scenarios.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance across all resolutions. At 1920x1080, Medium delivers 221 FPS average with a minimum of 188 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay on any refresh rate display. At 2560x1440, Medium produces 160 FPS average with a minimum of 136 FPS, comfortably exceeding 120 Hz refresh rate requirements. Even at 3840x2160, Medium achieves 101 FPS with a minimum of 86 FPS, keeping frame rates above 60 FPS for most of the session.

The High preset is the recommended choice for users prioritizing visual fidelity over maximum frame rates. At 1440p, High delivers 132 FPS, which remains well above the 60 FPS threshold and is suitable for 120 Hz displays. At 1080p, High produces 183 FPS, providing excellent responsiveness. However, at 4K, High drops to 84 FPS, which is playable but not ideal for high refresh rate monitors.

Ultra settings are only recommended for 1080p gaming, where the combo achieves 118 FPS. At 1440p, Ultra drops to 85 FPS, which is acceptable but not optimal for competitive play. At 4K, Ultra's 54 FPS is below the 60 FPS standard and may result in noticeable judder on standard displays. Users who prioritize smoothness over maximum quality should avoid Ultra at 1440p and above.

The Low preset is not recommended for general use, as it sacrifices too much visual quality. However, it can serve as a diagnostic tool: the 308 FPS at 1080p Low indicates that the system has significant headroom, and the 141 FPS at 4K Low shows that even the highest resolution can be driven at high frame rates with reduced settings.

For competitive players, the Medium preset at 1440p represents the sweet spot — it provides 160 FPS average with a 136 FPS minimum, ensuring no frame rate dips below typical 144 Hz display refresh rates. For cinematic single-player experiences, the High preset at 1440p offers 132 FPS, which is more than sufficient for immersive gameplay without sacrificing visual quality.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the combo delivers its highest frame rates across all settings. Low settings produce 308 FPS average, Medium produces 221 FPS with a minimum of 188 FPS and maximum of 255 FPS, High produces 183 FPS, and Ultra produces 118 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 190 FPS, demonstrating the significant impact of quality settings on this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the performance scales down predictably. Low settings yield 222 FPS, Medium yields 160 FPS with a minimum of 136 FPS and maximum of 184 FPS, High yields 132 FPS, and Ultra yields 85 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra is 137 FPS, showing a tighter spread than at 1080p due to increased GPU load.

At 3840x2160, the combo shows its limitations at higher settings. Low settings produce 141 FPS, Medium produces 101 FPS with a minimum of 86 FPS and maximum of 116 FPS, High produces 84 FPS, and Ultra produces 54 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 87 FPS, indicating that the GPU becomes progressively more saturated as settings increase.

The Medium settings data provides the only complete min/max FPS information in the dataset. At 1080p Medium, the 188 to 255 FPS range shows a 67 FPS delta, which is consistent with variable scene complexity in a sports title. At 1440p Medium, the 136 to 184 FPS range has a 48 FPS delta, and at 4K Medium, the 86 to 116 FPS range has a 30 FPS delta. The decreasing delta with increasing resolution suggests that the GPU's consistent workload at higher resolutions reduces frame time variance.

Comparing resolutions at the same settings: at Medium, 1080p is 38% faster than 1440p, and 1440p is 37% faster than 4K. At High, 1080p is 28% faster than 1440p, and 1440p is 36% faster than 4K. At Ultra, 1080p is 28% faster than 1440p, and 1440p is 36% faster than 4K. At Low, 1080p is 28% faster than 1440p, and 1440p is 36% faster than 4K. This consistent scaling pattern across settings indicates that the game's resolution scaling is well-optimized and predictable.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process with 8,300 million transistors across two 74 mm² dies. It features a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with 64 MB of L3 cache and 512 KB of L2 cache per core. The CPU supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and it connects via PCIe Gen 4.

In Undisputed, the CPU's role is evident from the benchmark results. The processor's 3dmark scores show strong scaling from 941 in single-thread to 9075 in 16-thread tests, indicating excellent multi-threading capability. The cinebench_r23 multicore score of 16262 and single-core score of 1527 demonstrate that the CPU can handle both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads effectively.

The game's performance at 1080p Low (308 FPS) suggests that the CPU can feed the GPU at very high frame rates, which is typical for sports titles with relatively simple AI and physics simulations. The 12 cores and 24 threads provide substantial headroom for background tasks and streaming, though the game itself likely uses fewer than 8 cores based on the 3dmark_8_threads score of 6601 being 65% of the max_threads score of 10075.

At higher resolutions, the CPU's influence diminishes as the GPU becomes the bottleneck. The consistent 28% to 37% scaling between resolutions across all settings indicates that the CPU is not a limiting factor at 1440p and 4K — if it were, the scaling percentages would diverge more significantly between Low and Ultra settings.

The Ryzen 9 5900X's 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it in the top tier of processors, and its nearest rivals — the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 — all show average benchmark scores within 0.4% of this CPU. This indicates that the 5900X remains competitive with newer mobile and desktop processors despite its 2020 release date.

The CPU's 64 MB of L3 cache is particularly relevant for gaming performance, as it reduces memory latency and improves data access patterns. In a sports title like Undisputed, where game state updates are frequent but not excessively complex, the large cache helps maintain consistent frame times. The passmark_data_compression score of 499968 and floating point math score of 77700 further demonstrate the CPU's capability to handle the physics and animation calculations that sports games require.

The processor's 105 W TDP and AMD Socket AM4 compatibility make it a practical choice for existing AM4 platforms, though the data shows that its performance in Undisputed is constrained by the GPU at higher resolutions. For users targeting 1080p or 1440p gaming at high refresh rates, the Ryzen 9 5900X provides ample CPU performance to avoid becoming a bottleneck.