Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and AMD Radeon RX 570 pairing in Undisputed presents a stark study in imbalance. The data places this combo at rank 3547 out of 3718 tested configurations, placing it in the bottom 5% of all combinations. This is not a story of a single bottleneck, but rather a narrative of a very capable processor being held firmly in check by a graphics card from a different era. The measured frames per second (FPS) across resolutions and settings tell a clear tale of a system where the GPU is the primary constraint, yet the CPU’s architecture still shapes the final experience.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data reveals a classic GPU-bound scenario as resolution increases. At 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo produces 110 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 drops this to 80 FPS, a 27% decrease. At 3840x2160, the average falls to 50 FPS, which is a 55% reduction from the 1080p figure. This steep decline is the signature of a graphics card that is running out of pixel-pushing capability, not a processor that is struggling to feed it.

The pattern persists across all settings. For High settings, the progression is 66 FPS at 1080p, 47 FPS at 1440p, and 30 FPS at 4K. The scaling from 1440p to 4K for High settings is a 36% drop, which is nearly identical to the 36% drop observed from 1080p to 1440p for Low settings. This linearity suggests the RX 570’s compute units and memory bandwidth are the limiting factors, as the workload scales almost perfectly with the number of pixels.

A more telling detail emerges when comparing the Medium preset. At 2560x1440, the average is 57 FPS, while at 1920x1080 it is 79 FPS. The delta is 22 FPS. At 4K, the Medium preset yields 36 FPS. This 4K result is only 54% of the 1440p result, indicating that the 4GB VRAM buffer on the RX 570 is likely being saturated, causing additional performance loss beyond just raw compute limits. The data implies that for this game, the RX 570’s memory subsystem is a critical bottleneck at higher resolutions, making 1080p the only truly viable target for smooth gameplay.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Its benchmark scores are formidable, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300 and a single-core score of 2016.5. It sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53288. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P (0.2% faster) and the Intel Core i7-14700F (0.6% slower).

In Undisputed, a sports title, the CPU’s role is to maintain a consistent frame pacing and handle game logic. The data suggests that this processor is never the limiting factor. At 1080p Low, the system reaches 110 FPS, but this is likely the ceiling for the RX 570, not the 7900X. The CPU’s single-threaded performance, evidenced by its 3DMark single-thread score of 1093 and Geekbench single-core score of 2617, is more than sufficient to handle the game’s simulation. The high boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that even the most demanding single-threaded tasks are processed quickly.

The data implies that the 7900X is operating at a fraction of its potential in this configuration. The fact that the FPS scales so heavily with resolution and settings points to the GPU as the primary bottleneck. If the CPU were struggling, we would see less variation between settings at the same resolution, as the frame rate would be capped by the processor’s ability to issue draw calls. Instead, we see a clear and consistent drop in FPS as graphical load increases, confirming the CPU is waiting on the GPU.

How This Combo Ranks

The combo’s rank of 3547 out of 3718 combinations places it in the 4.6th percentile of all tested systems. This is a very low ranking, reflecting the significant mismatch between the high-end CPU and the entry-level GPU. The data shows that this pairing is not competitive for modern gaming at high resolutions or high settings. The rank is a direct consequence of the GPU’s age and capabilities, not the CPU’s.

Within the context of the GPU’s own rivals, the RX 570’s average benchmark score of 28766 places it near the AMD Radeon RX 6800M, which is 0.4% faster, and the AMD Radeon RX 470, which is 0.8% faster. The RX 570 is in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, which is a respectable score for its class, but its absolute performance is simply too low to drive a modern title at high settings. The combo’s low rank is a mathematical certainty given the GPU’s position in the performance hierarchy.

The rank also suggests that most other combinations tested provide a better experience in Undisputed. For this specific game, the data indicates that the CPU is not the differentiator. A user with a less powerful CPU but a more powerful GPU would likely see a higher rank and better FPS. The 7900X’s performance is wasted in this pairing, as it is never allowed to show its full potential. The 3547th rank is a strong signal that this is a poorly balanced system for this title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a complete picture of the system’s capabilities across three resolutions and four settings presets. At 1920x1080, the results are playable. The Low preset delivers an average of 110 FPS, which is very smooth. The Medium preset averages 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS and a maximum of 91 FPS, indicating a consistent experience. High settings yield 66 FPS, which is still acceptable for most players. The Ultra preset, however, drops to 42 FPS, which is noticeably less fluid and indicates the GPU is struggling with the increased visual fidelity.

At 2560x1440, the performance becomes more strained. Low settings average 80 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 57 FPS, with a minimum of 49 FPS. High settings average 47 FPS, and Ultra falls to 31 FPS. These numbers show that 1440p is only viable for Low or Medium settings if a smooth experience is desired. The 4K resolution is largely impractical. Low settings average 50 FPS, which is borderline. Medium drops to 36 FPS with a minimum of 31 FPS, and High averages 30 FPS. Ultra is unplayable, averaging just 19 FPS.

The data reveals a clear trend: the transition from Medium to High settings costs about 20-30% performance at every resolution. The jump from High to Ultra is even more punishing. At 4K, the difference between High (30 FPS) and Ultra (19 FPS) is a 37% reduction in performance. This suggests that the Ultra preset includes effects that are particularly taxing on the RX 570’s GCN architecture, perhaps related to shading or post-processing that demands more compute throughput than the 5.095 TFLOPS FP32 performance can provide.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 570 is a graphics card built on the GCN 4.0 architecture, featuring 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units. Its base clock is 1168 MHz with a boost clock of 1244 MHz. It has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 28766, and its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 470, which is 0.8% faster. Its 74th percentile ranking among all GPUs shows it is not a bottom-tier part, but its absolute performance is dated.

In Undisputed, the GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The data supports this conclusion. The FPS scales almost linearly with resolution, and the performance drops are consistent with a card that is limited by its pixel fill rate and memory bandwidth. The 4 GB VRAM is also a concern. At 4K, the Medium preset’s minimum FPS of 31, compared to a 36 FPS average, might indicate memory pressure causing stutters. The card’s 39.81 GPixel/s pixel rate is insufficient for high-resolution rendering at high settings.

The GPU’s role is to render the frame. The data shows it simply cannot keep up with the CPU’s ability to feed it work. The RX 570’s 150W TDP and 14nm process node are from a bygone era. While it supports DirectX 12 (12_0), its performance is not competitive. The benchmark results show that the RX 570 is the primary reason for the combo’s low rank. It is a card that is best suited for 1080p gaming at Low or Medium settings in modern titles, and Undisputed is no exception.

FAQ

*Q: What is the maximum playable FPS for this combo in Undisputed?*

A: The highest measured average FPS is 110 at 1920x1080 with Low settings. For a more balanced visual experience, the Medium preset at 1080p yields 79 FPS, which is also smooth.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X the reason for the low combo rank?

A: No. The data shows the CPU is in the 91st percentile, with high benchmark scores. The rank of 3547 is due to the GPU’s performance, as the FPS scales heavily with resolution and settings, indicating a GPU bottleneck.

Q: Can this system run the game at 4K?

A: Technically yes, but the experience is poor. At 4K, the highest setting with an average above 30 FPS is Low, which averages 50 FPS. Medium averages 36 FPS, and High drops to 30 FPS. Ultra is not playable at 19 FPS.

Q: How does the RX 570 compare to its closest rival, the RX 470?

A: The average benchmark scores are very close. The RX 570 has an average score of 28766, while the AMD Radeon RX 470 is 0.8% faster, with an average score of 28996. The performance in Undisputed would be expected to be nearly identical.

Q: What is the impact of the 4 GB VRAM buffer?

A: The data suggests it is a limiting factor at higher resolutions. The FPS drop from 1440p to 4K on Medium settings is 37%, which is larger than the drop from 1080p to 1440p, indicating potential memory saturation at 4K.

Q: What is the best resolution for a consistent frame rate?

A: 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the system can maintain a high average FPS. The Low, Medium, and High presets all average above 60 FPS, with only Ultra falling below at 42 FPS.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal experience for this combo is at 1920x1080 with the Medium preset. This configuration delivers an average of 79 FPS with a minimum of 67 FPS, ensuring a smooth and consistent frame pacing. The High preset at 1080p also offers a good experience at 66 FPS, but the Medium preset provides a larger margin of safety for demanding scenes.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset is the only viable option for a comfortable experience, averaging 80 FPS. The Medium preset at 1440p averages 57 FPS, which might be acceptable for some, but its minimum of 49 FPS could lead to noticeable dips. For players prioritizing visual quality over frame rate, High at 1440p (47 FPS) is a compromise, but the data suggests the game is more responsive at Medium.

For 3840x2160, the data strongly recommends against playing at this resolution. Even the Low preset, with its 50 FPS average, can feel inconsistent. The Ultra setting is completely unplayable at 19 FPS. The 4 GB VRAM and the GPU’s compute power are not sufficient for this resolution. The best course of action is to stick to 1080p. The Medium preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance, avoiding the significant FPS drops seen in High and Ultra while providing a much better experience than Low.