Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination delivers a compelling performance profile in Undisputed, a sports title that appears to scale predictably with graphical settings. The data shows a system capable of high refresh rates at mainstream resolutions, with performance characteristics that shift from a CPU-heavy workload at 1080p to a GPU-bound scenario at 4K. This analysis breaks down the measured frames, component roles, and the best ways to configure the game.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor built on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its 64 MB of L3 cache provides ample room for game logic and physics, which is crucial for a sports simulation like Undisputed that must track numerous player positions and interactions. The processor's benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 33150 and a single-core score of 4680, suggest it is a high-end desktop part, placing it in the 90th percentile among all tested CPUs.

The processor's influence is most evident at the lower resolution tests, where the GPU is less taxed. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the system achieves 287.1 FPS, a figure that is unlikely to be limited by graphical processing and instead reflects the CPU's ability to feed frames quickly. This is supported by the CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 9075 and max-thread score of 10075, indicating strong multi-threaded throughput. When compared to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 9 5900X is in a tight pack: it trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS by 0.7% in average benchmark score, but leads the Intel Core i7-13700F by 0.9% and the AMD EPYC 4245P by a mere 0.2%. This suggests that while the 5900X is slightly behind the top performer in its class, the differences are marginal, and it is effectively a peer of these other high-end chips. The data implies that the CPU will rarely be the bottleneck in this game, allowing the RTX 5060 to operate at its full potential.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU with 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s. Its boost clock is 2497 MHz, and it offers a FP32 performance of 19.18 TFLOPS. The GPU's 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores are present, though their specific impact on Undisputed is not detailed in the measured data. The 8 GB VRAM capacity is a critical factor; the benchmark results show a significant drop in performance at higher settings, which could be correlated with memory capacity or bandwidth limitations. The GPU sits in the 73rd percentile for all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30109.

The RTX 5060's nearest rivals show an almost identical performance level. It matches the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT with a deltaPct of 0%, and is only 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 570, which is a much older part. This is a curious data point, suggesting that the RTX 5060's synthetic benchmark average is not drastically different from these other cards. However, in Undisputed, the measured FPS indicates the GPU is the primary scaling factor when moving from Low to Ultra settings. For instance, at 3840x2160, the frame rate drops from 129.6 FPS on Low to 51 FPS on Ultra, a clear indication that the graphical workload is heavily influencing the GPU. The GPU's role becomes more dominant as resolution increases, as the pixel fill rate and shading requirements grow, making the 8 GB VRAM and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth the likely constraints at the highest settings.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data across resolutions paints a clear picture of where the bottleneck lies. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the system produces 170.1 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440, this drops to 123.9 FPS, a 27.2% reduction. At 3840x2160, the frame rate falls further to 77.2 FPS, which is a 54.6% drop from the 1080p figure. This scaling pattern is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario; the CPU is capable of maintaining high frame delivery, but the GPU's rendering workload increases exponentially with pixel count.

The Low settings data reinforces this finding. At 1080p Low, the system hits 287.1 FPS, but at 4K Low, it still manages 129.6 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 4K at Low is 54.9%, which is remarkably consistent with the High settings drop. This consistency across settings suggests that the scaling is primarily a function of resolution, not a sudden CPU or memory limitation. The data implies that the RTX 5060 is the limiting component at 4K, while the Ryzen 9 5900X ensures that the system does not become CPU-bound even at high frame rates. The fact that the system can exceed 200 FPS at 1440p Low (207.3 FPS) shows a well-balanced pairing for high-refresh monitors, but the 4K Ultra figure of 51 FPS indicates that the GPU is the clear performance ceiling for the most demanding configurations.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive view of performance. At 1920x1080, the system scales from 287.1 FPS on Low, to 205.1 FPS on Medium, 170.1 FPS on High, and 111 FPS on Ultra. This shows a smooth, predictable decline as settings increase. At 2560x1440, the figures are 207.3 FPS (Low), 151.8 FPS (Medium), 123.9 FPS (High), and 77.9 FPS (Ultra). The 1440p results show that even at High settings, the system stays above 120 FPS, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate 1440p displays.

At 3840x2160, the performance becomes more demanding. The system achieves 129.6 FPS on Low, which is still very playable, but drops to 94 FPS on Medium, 77.2 FPS on High, and finally 51 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra figure is the only one that falls below the 60 FPS threshold, indicating that the RTX 5060 is at its limits with this configuration. Examining the delta between settings at each resolution shows a consistent pattern: the jump from Low to Medium costs roughly 25-30% of the frame rate, and the jump from High to Ultra costs a similar percentage. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes effects that are disproportionately expensive, likely related to the 8 GB VRAM capacity being exceeded or the 448.0 GB/s bandwidth being saturated.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this hardware?*

A: The data suggests 2560x1440 is the sweet spot. At High settings, the system delivers 123.9 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold, while at 4K High, it drops to 77.2 FPS. The 1440p resolution offers a better balance of visual fidelity and performance, especially if you prioritize smooth gameplay.

*Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?*

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Low settings, the system achieves 129.6 FPS, and at Medium, it reaches 94 FPS. However, at 4K Ultra, the frame rate falls to 51 FPS, which is below the common 60 FPS target. If you want to play at 4K, you will need to use Medium or High settings to maintain a smooth experience.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck at 1080p?

A: The data indicates the CPU is not the limiting factor at 1080p. With a maximum measured FPS of 287.1 at 1080p Low, the Ryzen 9 5900X can feed frames fast enough. The performance drop from 287.1 FPS to 111 FPS when moving from Low to Ultra settings shows that the GPU is the primary factor in determining the final frame rate.

Q: How does the RTX 5060 compare to its closest rival in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 30109, which is exactly 0% different from the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT's score of 30097. It is also only 0.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 570 and 0.5% behind the NVIDIA Tesla M60, showing that these cards are statistically equivalent in general compute performance, though their in-game behavior may differ.

Q: What is the impact of the Ultra preset on performance?

A: The Ultra preset is very demanding. Compared to High settings, it reduces performance by a significant margin at all resolutions. For example, at 1080p, it drops from 170.1 FPS to 111 FPS, and at 4K, it drops from 77.2 FPS to 51 FPS. This suggests the Ultra preset includes effects that are disproportionately taxing on the GPU.

Q: Is the 8 GB VRAM a limitation for this game?

A: The data strongly suggests it is. The steep performance drop at Ultra settings, particularly at 4K, points to a potential VRAM capacity or bandwidth bottleneck. While the system maintains playable frame rates at 4K Medium, the transition to Ultra, which likely increases texture detail and memory usage, causes a significant performance hit.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the High preset offers the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1920x1080, it delivers 170.1 FPS, which is excellent for competitive play. At 2560x1440, it maintains a solid 123.9 FPS, providing a smooth experience on high-refresh monitors. While the Ultra preset might offer marginally better visuals, the performance cost is steep. For example, at 1440p, choosing Ultra over High drops the frame rate from 123.9 FPS to 77.9 FPS, a 37% reduction for what is likely a minor visual gain. For 4K users, the High preset is also the recommended choice, as it delivers 77.2 FPS, which is more acceptable than the 51 FPS seen on Ultra. The Low and Medium presets are viable for pushing maximum frame rates, especially at 1080p, but they compromise visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 1440p (151.8 FPS) is a good option for those wanting a competitive edge with high frame rates, but High is the overall recommended preset for the best experience.

How This Combo Ranks

In the comprehensive database of tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is ranked 808 out of 1580 combos for Undisputed. This places it near the middle of the pack, which is an interesting finding given the high performance of its individual components. The rank suggests that while this combo is very capable, many other pairings in the database yield higher frame rates in this specific title. The CPU's 90th percentile ranking and the GPU's 73rd percentile ranking imply that the combination is well-matched, but the mid-pack rank in-game might be due to the game's specific engine requirements or the GPU's 8 GB memory capacity being a limiting factor at higher settings. The data indicates that this is a solid, balanced setup, but not an outlier in terms of overall performance for Undisputed. It is a system that will provide a very good experience, but users seeking the absolute highest frame rates at 4K Ultra might need to look at other combinations with more powerful GPUs.