Undisputed

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 delivers a wide spread of frame rates in Undisputed, depending on resolution and quality settings. The measured data shows a system that scales predictably, with the RTX 5060’s 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 128-bit bus becoming a more significant factor as pixel count rises. This analysis walks through the resolution scaling, the GPU’s role, the exact measured FPS, how this combo ranks, and what settings offer the best experience.

Resolution Scaling

The transition from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 produces a dramatic reduction in average frame rates across all quality presets. At Low settings, the average FPS drops from 290 at 1080p to 132 at 4K, a reduction of 158 frames per second. That represents a 54.5% decrease in performance when moving from Full HD to Ultra HD. The Medium preset shows a similar pattern, with averages falling from 208 at 1080p to 95 at 4K, a drop of 113 FPS (54.3% lower). High settings see averages go from 172 at 1080p to 79 at 4K, a 93 FPS decrease (54.1% lower). Ultra is the steepest absolute fall, from 111 at 1080p down to 51 at 4K, a 60 FPS reduction (54.1% lower).

These percentage drops are remarkably consistent across all four presets, hovering around 54%. This uniformity suggests that the limiting component is scaling linearly with pixel count rather than hitting a sudden bottleneck at any specific resolution. The RTX 5060’s 448.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 128-bit bus width are the most probable constraints, as 4K requires four times the pixel throughput of 1080p. The GPU’s 19.18 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 119.9 GPixel/s pixel rate are also fixed limits that directly affect how many pixels can be shaded per second.

The step from 1080p to 1440p is less punishing. At Low settings, the average drops from 290 to 209 FPS (27.9% lower). Medium goes from 208 to 151 FPS (27.4% lower). High falls from 172 to 125 FPS (27.3% lower). Ultra drops from 111 to 80 FPS (27.9% lower). Again, the scaling is nearly identical across presets, reinforcing that the GPU is the dominant factor at all quality levels. The CPU’s role becomes relatively smaller at higher resolutions because the frame time budget is increasingly consumed by pixel shading rather than game logic or draw calls.

The 1440p to 4K step is where the biggest relative losses occur. For example, Low settings fall from 209 to 132 FPS (36.8% lower), and Ultra drops from 80 to 51 FPS (36.3% lower). The larger leap in pixel count (2.25 times from 1440p to 4K) explains this. The data indicates that the RTX 5060 is fully utilized at 4K, with no sign of CPU limitation, since the Ryzen 9 7900X’s 12 cores and 24 threads can easily feed frames at these rates.

One notable observation is the min and max FPS data available for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the range is 177 to 240 FPS, a spread of 63 frames. At 1440p Medium, the range is 128 to 173 FPS, a 45-frame spread. At 4K Medium, the range is 81 to 110 FPS, a 29-frame spread. The narrowing range as resolution increases suggests that frame pacing becomes more consistent at higher GPU loads, with fewer CPU-induced spikes. This is typical behavior for a system where the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: What is the highest average FPS measured for this combo in Undisputed?*

A: The highest average is 290 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the RTX 5060’s VRAM capacity affect performance at 4K?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS drops to 51, which suggests that the VRAM capacity and 128-bit bus are straining under the higher memory pressure of Ultra settings at that resolution.

Q: What is the lowest average FPS recorded?

A: The lowest average is 51 FPS, measured at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the Ryzen 9 7900X bottleneck the RTX 5060 at any resolution?

A: The data does not indicate a CPU bottleneck. Even at 1080p Low, where the CPU would be most likely to limit performance, the average FPS reaches 290. The CPU’s 12 cores, 24 threads, and 5.60 GHz boost clock appear more than sufficient for this game.

Q: How much slower is 4K compared to 1080p at the same settings?

A: At Low settings, 4K is 54.5% slower than 1080p. At Medium, it is 54.3% slower. At High, it is 54.1% slower. At Ultra, it is 54.1% slower. The consistency indicates a uniform scaling factor tied to pixel count.

Q: Which settings preset provides the highest minimum FPS (from the available data)?

A: The only preset with min FPS data is Medium. At 1080p Medium, the min FPS is 177. At 1440p Medium, it is 128. At 4K Medium, it is 81.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture with a GB206 chip. Its 8 GB of GDDR7 memory operates at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective) across a 128-bit bus, yielding 448.0 GB/s of bandwidth. These specifications directly influence Undisputed’s performance. The 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs handle the rasterization workload, while 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores are present but less relevant for a sports title that likely does not heavily use ray tracing.

The GPU’s boost clock is 2497 MHz, with a base clock of 2280 MHz. This clock range is modest for a 50-series card, but the FP32 performance of 19.18 TFLOPS is sufficient to drive high frame rates in a game like Undisputed, which is not graphically intensive compared to AAA shooters or open-world titles. The pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s are the theoretical limits that directly impact how quickly the GPU can fill the screen. At 4K, the pixel rate becomes a binding constraint, explaining why 4K Ultra only manages 51 FPS.

The 8 GB VRAM is a notable limitation at 4K Ultra. While the game may fit within 8 GB at lower presets, Ultra settings likely increase texture detail and shadow quality, pushing memory usage higher. The 128-bit bus restricts bandwidth to 448.0 GB/s, which is lower than many higher-tier cards. The measured data shows that at 4K, the gap between Low (132 FPS) and Ultra (51 FPS) is 81 FPS, a 61.4% reduction. This indicates that the GPU’s memory subsystem and compute units are both strained at the highest preset.

The RTX 5060’s TDP is 145 W, with a suggested PSU of 300 W. This power envelope is modest, but it does not appear to limit performance in this game, as the measured FPS scales consistently with resolution and settings. The PCIe 5.0 x8 interface provides adequate bandwidth for the GPU, though it is unlikely to be a bottleneck given the game’s moderate data transfer requirements. The GPU’s percentile ranking is 72, meaning it performs better than 72% of all GPUs in the benchmark database, which aligns with its mid-range positioning.

In Undisputed, the GPU is clearly the primary driver of frame rate differences. The CPU’s benchmarks (e.g., Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300) show ample headroom, but the GPU’s scores (Passmark G3D of 20891) are more modest. The nearest GPU rivals include the AMD Radeon 860M (0.3% lower average score) and the NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (0.3% lower), which suggests the RTX 5060 sits in a tight competitive cluster. However, those rivals are not tested in this game, so direct comparisons are limited to the data presented.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the RTX 5060 delivers exceptional performance. Low settings average 290 FPS, Medium averages 208 FPS with a range of 177 to 240 FPS, High averages 172 FPS, and Ultra averages 111 FPS. These numbers mean that even at Ultra, the system is well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay. The step from Low to Ultra costs 179 FPS, a 61.7% reduction, but the absolute values remain high enough for any display.

At 2560x1440, performance remains strong but noticeably lower. Low averages 209 FPS, Medium averages 151 FPS with a range of 128 to 173 FPS, High averages 125 FPS, and Ultra averages 80 FPS. The Ultra preset still clears 60 FPS, making 1440p Ultra a viable option for high-refresh monitors. The difference between Low and Ultra at 1440p is 129 FPS, a 61.7% reduction, matching the 1080p scaling pattern.

At 3840x2160, the limitations become apparent. Low averages 132 FPS, Medium averages 95 FPS with a range of 81 to 110 FPS, High averages 79 FPS, and Ultra drops to 51 FPS. The Ultra preset falls below 60 FPS, which may result in less fluid motion on standard 60 Hz displays, though it remains playable. The gap between Low and Ultra at 4K is 81 FPS, a 61.4% reduction, again consistent with other resolutions. The Medium preset’s minimum of 81 FPS at 4K suggests that it is the highest setting that reliably avoids dips below 60 FPS.

The data reveals that the scaling from Low to Ultra is nearly uniform across resolutions, with roughly a 61-62% performance penalty for the highest preset. This suggests that the GPU’s shader and texture units are being utilized proportionally, without any single resource causing a disproportionate drop. The Medium preset’s min FPS values provide useful guidance: at 1080p, the min is 177; at 1440p, it is 128; at 4K, it is 81. These minima indicate that frame drops are rare and modest, even at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 combination ranks 1641 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the 44th percentile of all combos (calculated as 1641/3718). The ranking reflects the GPU’s mid-range position rather than the CPU’s strength. The Ryzen 9 7900X has a percentile rank of 91 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 53288. Its nearest CPU rivals include the AMD EPYC 7313P (0.2% higher score) and the Intel Core i7-14700F (0.6% lower score), showing that the CPU is a top-tier performer. However, the RTX 5060’s percentile rank is 72, with an average score of 26331, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon 860M (0.3% higher) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT (1.2% higher). The GPU’s lower relative standing drags the combo’s overall rank down.

In the context of all 3718 combos, a rank of 1641 means there are 2077 combos that perform worse in this game. The combo’s position is solidly mid-pack, which is expected for a Ryzen 9 with a 60-series GPU. The CPU is overkill for a game like Undisputed, but the GPU’s 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit bus limit its ceiling, particularly at 4K Ultra. If the combo were paired with a stronger GPU, the rank would likely improve significantly, as the CPU has ample headroom. The data suggests that the combo is CPU-bound at low resolutions and GPU-bound at high resolutions, with the crossover point around 1440p High.

The ranking also indicates that while the RTX 5060 is capable of high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, it cannot compete with top-tier GPUs at 4K. The combo’s 4K Ultra score of 51 FPS places it below the 60 FPS threshold that many users consider the minimum for smooth play. However, the combo’s 1080p Low score of 290 FPS is exceptionally high, showing that the system excels in less demanding scenarios. The rank of 1641 is a compromise between these extremes.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the best experience depends on the target resolution and refresh rate. For 1080p displays, Ultra settings at 111 FPS average is sufficient for most monitors, but High at 172 FPS or Low at 290 FPS offers higher headroom for 240 Hz panels. The Medium preset at 1080p delivers 208 FPS with a min of 177 FPS, making it a strong choice for high-refresh gaming without sacrificing much visual quality.

For 1440p, the Ultra preset at 80 FPS is playable on 60-144 Hz monitors, but the Medium preset at 151 FPS (min 128) better utilizes high-refresh panels. High at 125 FPS is a balanced option. The data shows that 1440p Medium provides a 151 FPS average, which is 71 FPS higher than Ultra, while the visual difference in a sports game may not be dramatic. Given the min FPS of 128 at Medium, this preset ensures smooth performance even during intense gameplay moments.

For 4K, the choices are more constrained. Ultra at 51 FPS is below 60 FPS, which may cause noticeable stutter on standard displays. High at 79 FPS is above 60 FPS and offers a good balance, but Medium at 95 FPS (min 81) is the safest option for maintaining a consistent frame rate. Low at 132 FPS is available for users who prioritize performance over visuals, but the visual downgrade may be significant. The Medium preset’s min of 81 FPS at 4K is the highest minimum among the 4K presets, making it the recommended choice for a smooth experience.

The data indicates that the Medium preset is the sweet spot across all resolutions, as it provides the only min FPS values in the dataset. At 1080p Medium, the min is 177; at 1440p Medium, it is 128; at 4K Medium, it is 81. These minima are all well above 60 FPS, suggesting that Medium is the highest preset that guarantees a stable frame rate. For users with 144 Hz monitors at 1080p or 1440p, Medium offers a good balance of visual fidelity and performance. For 4K users, Medium is the most reliable choice, while High is acceptable if the display has a lower refresh rate.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread processor based on the Zen 4 architecture (Raphael). It has a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, with 64 MB of shared L3 cache. Its TDP is 170 W, and it supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. These specifications make it a high-end desktop CPU, with a percentile rank of 91 among all CPUs. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29300 and single-core score of 2016.5 highlight its strength in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The Passmark multithread score of 51406 and single-thread score of 4238 further confirm its capability.

In Undisputed, the CPU’s role is to handle game logic, physics, and draw call submission. The game is not CPU-intensive, as evidenced by the high frame rates even at 1080p Low (290 FPS). The Ryzen 9 7900X’s 12 cores and 24 threads are far more than needed for this title, meaning the CPU is rarely if ever the bottleneck. The boost clock of 5.60 GHz ensures that even single-threaded tasks, which are common in sports games, are processed quickly. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1093 and 2-thread score of 2137 indicate strong per-core performance.

The CPU’s nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD EPYC 7313P (0.2% higher average score) and the Intel Core i7-14700F (0.6% lower). These rivals have similar average scores, but the Ryzen 9 7900X’s higher core count and clock speeds give it an edge in multi-threaded scenarios. However, in Undisputed, the CPU’s performance is not the limiting factor. The measured FPS differences across resolutions and settings are solely attributable to the GPU, as the CPU maintains consistent performance regardless of resolution.

The 64 MB of L3 cache and 12 cores also help with frame pacing, as there is no evidence of stuttering or significant frame drops beyond what the GPU dictates. The Medium preset’s min FPS values (177 at 1080p, 128 at 1440p, 81 at 4K) are all relatively close to the average, indicating stable CPU-side frame delivery. The CPU’s memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s is sufficient for feeding the GPU with draw commands and texture data, especially given the game’s moderate system requirements.

In summary, the Ryzen 9 7900X is a powerful CPU that provides ample headroom for the RTX 5060. It does not bottleneck the GPU at any resolution or setting, as shown by the consistent scaling of FPS with resolution. The combo’s overall rank of 1641 out of 3718 is driven by the GPU’s mid-range performance, not the CPU. For users who plan to upgrade the GPU later, the CPU will continue to support higher-performance cards without becoming a limiting factor.