Undisputed

Undisputed is a sports title that responds dramatically to both resolution and graphics preset, and the combination of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 produces a wide spread of frame rates that reveals where the performance ceiling lies. The data shows a system that is overwhelmingly capable at 1080p and 1440p, but which begins to show its limits at 4K when settings are pushed to the maximum, making it a versatile pairing for high-refresh-rate play at lower resolutions and a solid, if not maxed-out, 4K performer.

Resolution Scaling

The frame rate drop from 1080p to 4K is significant and highlights the GPU as the primary scaling factor in this title. At Low settings, the average FPS falls from 375 at 1920x1080 to 173.8 at 3840x2160, a reduction of 201.2 FPS, or roughly 53.6%. This steep decline indicates that even at the lowest graphical load, the rendering resolution heavily taxes the RTX 4070. At High settings, the drop is from 223.9 FPS at 1080p to 100.5 FPS at 4K, showing a 123.4 FPS difference (55.1% reduction). The pattern continues at Medium and Ultra presets, where the 4K scores are 121.6 FPS and 63.3 FPS, respectively, compared to 267.8 FPS and 142.7 FPS at 1080p.

This scaling behavior suggests that the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, with its 12 cores and 24 threads, is not the limiting factor in this game at higher resolutions. The consistent and large FPS losses as resolution increases point directly to the GPU's workload. At 1080p, the processor is likely feeding frames faster than the graphics card can render them, creating a GPU-bound scenario. As resolution climbs to 2560x1440 and then 3840x2160, the pixel count increases exponentially, and the RTX 4070's workload grows accordingly, which is why the frame rates drop so precipitously. The 7900X's strong single-thread performance, evidenced by a 3DMark single-thread score of 1093, ensures it can keep up with the GPU's demands even at lower resolutions, preventing a CPU bottleneck from masking the GPU's true scaling behavior.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 is the central figure in these results, and its specifications explain the performance envelope. It comes equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is sufficient for the game's assets at 1080p and 1440p, but the data suggests it is a factor in the 4K Ultra performance. The card's boost clock of 2475 MHz, built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, allows it to reach an average of 173.8 FPS at 4K Low, proving it has substantial raw throughput. However, when the Ultra preset is applied at 4K, the average FPS drops to 63.3, indicating that the combination of higher resolution and more demanding settings pushes the card's processing and memory resources to their near limit.

The RTX 4070's performance percentile of 81 versus all GPUs places it in a solid position, but its average benchmark score of 37283 puts it slightly behind its nearest listed rivals, including the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (which is 2.2% higher) and the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A (1.9% higher). This comparative data suggests that while the card is capable, it is not at the very top of the performance hierarchy. In Undisputed specifically, the 4K Ultra result of 63.3 FPS is the only sub-100 FPS average recorded across all tested configurations, underscoring that this is the most demanding scenario for the GPU. The card's 12 GB VRAM is likely a contributing factor here, as the Ultra preset at 4K may require more memory than the card has available, leading to the significant performance dip from the High preset's 100.5 FPS.

How This Combo Ranks

In the grand database of tested combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 ranks 417th out of 1580 combos for this game. This places it in the top 26.4% of all tested systems, which is a strong showing for a mainstream high-end desktop configuration. The rank reflects the balance between the capable CPU and the mid-to-high-tier GPU. The Ryzen 9 7900X itself is a formidable processor, scoring in the 93rd percentile against all CPUs, and its performance is nearly identical to its nearest rivals. For instance, it trails the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 by only 0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT by 0.4%, and the Intel Core i7-13850HX by 0.5% in average benchmark score.

The combo's rank suggests that while the CPU is excellent, the overall system performance in Undisputed is tethered to the RTX 4070. The GPU's 81st percentile ranking and its 2.5% deficit compared to the AMD Radeon RX 5300M in average score show that it is a solid, but not exceptional, performer. The 417th rank out of 1580 indicates that there are many systems with more powerful GPUs that will achieve higher frame rates in this game, especially at 4K. The data shows a system that is well above average but not at the bleeding edge, making it a dependable choice for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1440p, with the capability to handle 4K at reduced settings.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset provides a clear picture of performance across all tested settings and resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system is exceptionally fast, with all presets exceeding 142 FPS. The Low preset yields an average of 375 FPS, which is nearly 2.5 times the High preset's 223.9 FPS. Medium settings produce 267.8 FPS, while Ultra is the most demanding, resulting in 142.7 FPS. This 1080p performance is more than enough for any high-refresh-rate monitor, and the frame rates are so high that they are likely limited by the CPU's ability to issue draw calls, though the 7900X handles this task well.

Moving to 2560x1440, the frame rates remain highly playable. The Low preset still achieves 272.1 FPS, while High and Medium settings deliver 164.2 FPS and 195.5 FPS, respectively. The Ultra preset at 1440p produces 104.2 FPS, which is a playable average but shows a noticeable drop from the 1080p result. At 3840x2160, the performance scaling becomes more pronounced. Low settings still provide a smooth 173.8 FPS, and High settings are perfectly playable at 100.5 FPS. Medium settings drop to 121.6 FPS, but the Ultra preset falls to 63.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for some users and indicates the system's limits at maximum graphical fidelity in 4K.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate achieved by this combo?

A: The highest average frame rate is 375 FPS, which is achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with the Low settings preset.

Q: How does the Ultra preset perform at 4K?

A: At 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, the system delivers an average of 63.3 FPS. This is the lowest average frame rate recorded for this combination.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the main bottleneck in this game?

A: The data suggests the GPU is the primary bottleneck, especially at higher resolutions. The frame rate drops significantly from 1080p to 4K, indicating that the RTX 4070 is the limiting component, while the Ryzen 9 7900X's strong scores (e.g., 43695 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) show it can handle the processing load.

Q: What is the performance difference between High and Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 164.2 FPS, while the Ultra preset averages 104.2 FPS. This represents a 60 FPS drop when moving from High to Ultra settings.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to all tested systems?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 combination ranks 417th out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed.

Q: What is the frame rate at 4K with Medium settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Medium settings, the system achieves an average of 121.6 FPS, which is a playable and smooth experience for 4K gaming.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured data, the optimal experience depends on the user's resolution and refresh rate priorities. For 1920x1080, the High preset appears to be the best balance, delivering 223.9 FPS, which is far beyond what any monitor can display and leaves plenty of headroom. The Ultra preset at 1080p still provides 142.7 FPS, so users with 144Hz monitors can safely enable maximum settings without sacrificing performance. The Low and Medium presets are unnecessary at this resolution, as they do not offer a meaningful benefit for the visual quality loss.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is strongly recommended, as its 164.2 FPS average is ideal for 144Hz panels. The Ultra preset, at 104.2 FPS, is still very smooth for 100Hz+ monitors, but the 60 FPS difference from High suggests that most users will prefer the higher frame rate and marginally lower visual fidelity. For 4K gaming, the data indicates that the High preset is the sweet spot, providing 100.5 FPS, which is excellent for the resolution. The Medium preset also offers a good experience at 121.6 FPS, but High provides a better balance of image quality and speed. The Ultra preset at 4K, with its 63.3 FPS average, is the only configuration that approaches the edge of playability, and users with 60Hz displays may find it acceptable, but the substantial drop from the High preset makes it the least desirable option for smooth gameplay. The Low preset at 4K is not recommended for visual quality, but it does show the hardware's capability to reach 173.8 FPS if needed.