Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 presents a significant CPU-GPU performance gap in Undisputed. The 12-core, 24-thread Ryzen 9 7900X, built on the Zen 4 architecture, is a top-tier processor ranking in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 2060, based on the older Turing architecture, sits in the 58th percentile for GPUs. This combo places 1312th out of 1580 tested combinations in this game, indicating that the graphics card is the primary constraint on frame rates. The data reveals a system where the processor has substantial headroom, but the GPU's 6 GB VRAM and 192-bit memory bus limit overall performance, especially at higher resolutions and quality settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data from 1080p to 4K clearly illustrates the GPU-bound nature of this configuration. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo produces an average of 208.1 FPS, but this drops to 152.2 FPS at 1440p and further to 96.4 FPS at 4K. This scaling pattern is classic GPU limitation; the CPU is so powerful that it allows the RTX 2060 to stretch its legs at lower resolutions, but the rendering load quickly overwhelms the graphics card as pixel count increases. The transition from 1080p Low to 4K Low represents a 53.7% reduction in average frame rate, which is a steep penalty for resolution scaling.

The gap between settings widens as resolution increases, which further confirms the GPU bottleneck. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra settings is 130.6 FPS (208.1 vs 77.5), but at 4K, that difference narrows to 60.8 FPS (96.4 vs 35.6). This compression of performance at higher resolutions indicates that the RTX 2060 is running out of compute and memory bandwidth resources. The 4K Ultra result of 35.6 FPS is barely playable, while 4K High at 57.9 FPS is on the edge of smooth gameplay. The data suggests that 1440p is the practical ceiling for this combo if the goal is to maintain high refresh rates, as even 1440p Ultra only achieves 55.6 FPS.

Interestingly, the scaling from 1440p to 4K at High settings shows a 35.5% drop (89.8 to 57.9 FPS), which is less severe than the drop from 1080p to 1440p at the same settings (26.5% reduction from 122.1 to 89.8 FPS). This non-linear scaling hints at the game's engine hitting specific memory or bandwidth thresholds on the RTX 2060. The 6 GB VRAM buffer is likely being saturated at 4K with High textures, causing the GPU to rely on slower memory access patterns. The takeaway is clear: this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K reserved for lower quality presets.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 is the definitive limiting factor in this pairing. With 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus delivering 336.0 GB/s of bandwidth, the card has enough memory throughput for 1080p and 1440p gaming, but struggles with the higher memory demands of 4K. The GPU's boost clock of 1680 MHz and 1920 shading units provide the raw compute, yet the data shows that even at 1080p Low, the card is the bottleneck, as the CPU could theoretically push far beyond 208 FPS given its 3DMark max thread score of 12536 and single-thread score of 1093.

The RTX 2060's 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores are present but are not the primary drivers of performance in Undisputed, which is a sports title without heavy ray tracing workloads. Instead, the traditional rasterization performance, measured by its PassMark G3D score of 14111, dictates the frame rates. The card's 12 nm process node and 160 W TDP mean it runs warm and has limited headroom for overclocking, but the benchmarks show its performance is consistent. The GPU's 58th percentile ranking among all GPUs places it in the mid-range, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, which scores 0.5% higher in average benchmark score, and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700, which is 1.7% faster.

The VRAM capacity is the most critical specification here. At 4K Ultra, the game likely requires more than 6 GB, causing texture swapping and the observed 35.6 FPS average. Even at 1440p Ultra, the 55.6 FPS result suggests the memory bus is saturated. The card's memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) is adequate for 1080p but falls short for 4K. The data indicates that the RTX 2060's role in this combo is to deliver smooth 1080p and acceptable 1440p performance, with the CPU acting as a silent partner that never limits the GPU.

FAQ

Q: Why does the frame rate drop so significantly when going from 1080p to 4K?

A: The RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM and 192-bit memory bus become the primary constraint at higher resolutions. At 1080p Low, the average FPS is 208.1, but at 4K Low, it drops to 96.4 FPS. This 53.7% reduction shows the GPU cannot sustain the increased pixel throughput and memory bandwidth demands of 4K.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X holding back the RTX 2060 in this game?

A: No. The Ryzen 9 7900X is far more powerful than the GPU, ranking in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Benchmark results show the CPU has a multi-core score of 43695 in Cinebench R23, which is overkill for a sports game. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 14111 is the limiting factor, as the CPU can easily feed the GPU at any resolution.

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

A: The data suggests 1440p is the sweet spot. At 1440p High, the combo achieves 89.8 FPS, which is smooth for most displays. 1080p High delivers 122.1 FPS, but 1440p offers a better balance of visual fidelity and performance. 4K is only viable at Low settings (96.4 FPS) or Medium (68.8 FPS) but not High or Ultra.

Q: How does the RTX 2060 compare to its closest rivals in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The RTX 2060 has an average benchmark score of 16074. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600S, scores 15996, which is 0.5% lower. The AMD Radeon Pro 5600M and Pro 5700 both score 16351, which is 1.7% higher. These small deltas indicate the RTX 2060 is competitively positioned in its performance class.

Q: Is 4K gaming feasible with this setup?

A: Only at lower settings. At 4K Low, the average FPS is 96.4, and at 4K Medium, it is 68.8. However, 4K High drops to 57.9 FPS, and 4K Ultra falls to 35.6 FPS, which is not smooth. The 6 GB VRAM is likely insufficient for High and Ultra textures at 4K, causing the performance collapse.

Q: Does the CPU's high multi-threaded performance help in this game?

A: Minimal, because Undisputed is a sports title that is not heavily threaded. The Ryzen 9 7900X scores 51406 in PassMark multithread, but the game's frame rates are entirely dependent on the GPU. At 1080p Low, the 208.1 FPS result is limited by the GPU's render output, not the CPU's 12 cores and 24 threads.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 ranks 1312th out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 17% of all tested configurations, which is a direct reflection of the GPU's mid-range capabilities. The CPU's high percentile ranking (93rd) does little to boost the combo's position because the game's performance is so heavily GPU-bound. For context, the CPU's nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, which scores 0.1% higher in average benchmark score, and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT, which is 0.4% higher. These rivals would perform identically in this game when paired with the same RTX 2060.

The GPU's ranking is more instructive: the RTX 2060 is in the 58th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals in synthetic benchmarks are the AMD Radeon RX 7600S (0.5% higher score) and the AMD Radeon Pro 5700 (1.7% higher). In Undisputed, the combo's rank of 1312 suggests that most other tested combos either have stronger GPUs or more balanced pairings. The data shows that the CPU is not the issue; the RTX 2060 is simply outclassed by the GPUs found in higher-ranked combos. The 1580 total combos tested include many with modern mid-range and high-end GPUs, so the RTX 2060's age (released in 2019) puts it at a significant disadvantage. This rank is a quantitative indicator that the user experience will be defined by the GPU's limits, not the CPU's capabilities.

Settings Recommendations

For the best experience in Undisputed, the data points to the Medium preset as the optimal balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p Medium, the combo produces 151.7 FPS, which is well above the 144 Hz refresh rate common on modern monitors. At 1440p Medium, the average drops to 111.1 FPS, still smooth for most displays. The High preset at 1080p (122.1 FPS) is also excellent, but the jump to 1440p High (89.8 FPS) is significant. The Ultra preset is not recommended for this GPU, as it only achieves 77.5 FPS at 1080p and 55.6 FPS at 1440p, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for many gamers.

For 4K users, the Low preset is the only viable option, delivering 96.4 FPS, which is playable but visually basic. The Medium preset at 4K (68.8 FPS) is acceptable, but the High preset (57.9 FPS) is borderline, and Ultra (35.6 FPS) is unplayable. The data suggests that the Medium preset is the "best" overall because it provides a substantial visual upgrade over Low while maintaining high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. If the user prioritizes maximum frame rates, Low at 1440p (152.2 FPS) or 1080p (208.1 FPS) is the clear choice. The High preset is a reasonable middle ground for those with 60 Hz displays at 1440p, but the Medium preset is the most versatile across all resolutions.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the performance envelope is wide. Low settings yield an average of 208.1 FPS, which is extremely high and indicates the GPU is not stressed. Medium settings drop to 151.7 FPS, still very smooth. High settings produce 122.1 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 77.5 FPS. This 130.6 FPS spread between Low and Ultra at 1080p shows that the RTX 2060 has enough headroom to handle the game's engine at lower settings but struggles with the heavy effects and high-resolution textures at Ultra.

At 2560x1440, the frame rates scale down predictably. Low settings average 152.2 FPS, Medium hits 111.1 FPS, and High achieves 89.8 FPS. Ultra drops to 55.6 FPS, which is the first sign of the GPU's limitations at this resolution. The gap between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 96.6 FPS, which is smaller than at 1080p, indicating the GPU is becoming the limiting factor. The step from High to Ultra at 1440p is a 38.1% drop (89.8 to 55.6 FPS), which is steep and suggests that Ultra settings require more VRAM or bandwidth than the card has.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 2060's limitations are fully exposed. Low settings average 96.4 FPS, which is surprisingly playable. Medium settings drop to 68.8 FPS, and High falls to 57.9 FPS. Ultra settings are barely playable at 35.6 FPS. The drop from Low to Medium at 4K is 28.6% (96.4 to 68.8 FPS), and from Medium to High is 15.8% (68.8 to 57.9 FPS). The final step to Ultra is a 38.5% collapse (57.9 to 35.6 FPS), which is the clearest evidence of the 6 GB VRAM ceiling being hit. The data shows that the RTX 2060 can handle 4K Low and Medium, but anything above that is a compromise. The 4K Ultra result of 35.6 FPS is the worst measured performance in the entire dataset and should be avoided.