Undisputed

# Undisputed with AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 delivers exceptional performance in Undisputed, with the data showing this combo ranks 182nd out of 2,813 tested configurations. This places it in the top 6.5% of all tested combos, making it a top-tier choice for this sports title. The benchmark results reveal a system that is heavily GPU-limited at higher resolutions, while at 1080p the processor's strength becomes more apparent, with frame rates reaching nearly 500 FPS on the lowest settings.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern of performance scaling across resolutions, with the most dramatic drop occurring between 1080p and 1440p, followed by a more moderate decline when moving to 4K. At Low settings, the average frame rate falls from 497 FPS at 1920x1080 to 359 FPS at 2560x1440, a reduction of 138 FPS, and then to 227 FPS at 3840x2160, another 132 FPS drop. This scaling behavior indicates that at 1080p Low, the system is approaching the CPU's practical limits for this game, as the RTX 5080 is capable of far higher frame rates than what the processor can feed.

The Medium settings preset tells a similar story, with average FPS of 357 at 1080p, 258 at 1440p, and 163 at 4K. The transition from 1080p to 1440p reduces performance by 99 FPS, while the jump from 1440p to 4K costs another 95 FPS. This relatively consistent drop of roughly 100 FPS per resolution step suggests the GPU is becoming the primary bottleneck as resolution increases, but the CPU still plays a significant role at 1080p.

High settings show the same trend but with slightly smaller absolute differences: 296 FPS at 1080p, 214 FPS at 1440p, and 135 FPS at 4K. The gaps here are 82 FPS and 79 FPS respectively, indicating that the additional graphical workload at High settings shifts more of the burden onto the GPU, somewhat masking the CPU's influence on frame rate scaling.

Ultra settings produce the most balanced scaling pattern across resolutions, with 190 FPS at 1080p, 137 FPS at 1440p, and 87 FPS at 4K. The 53 FPS drop from 1080p to 1440p and the 50 FPS drop from 1440p to 4K suggest that at this preset, the GPU is now the clear limiting component. The RTX 5080's 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 960.0 GB/s bandwidth are being taxed more heavily, and the frame rate declines reflect the increased pixel throughput demands.

The data strongly suggests that at 1080p across all settings, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D's 12 cores and 24 threads are sufficient to keep the RTX 5080 well-fed, but the processor's 128 MB of L3 cache and 4.40 GHz base clock create a ceiling around the 500 FPS mark. At 4K, the GPU's 56.28 TFLOPS of FP32 compute becomes the dominant factor, and the CPU's influence on performance diminishes considerably.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 plays a pivotal role in Undisputed's performance, particularly at higher resolutions and quality settings. Its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus provides 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is more than sufficient for this sports title at any resolution tested. The benchmark results show no signs of VRAM capacity being a limiting factor, even at 4K Ultra where the game is most demanding.

The GPU's boost clock of 2617 MHz and base clock of 2295 MHz translate directly into the measured performance. At 4K Ultra, the RTX 5080 delivers 87 FPS average, which demonstrates that the Blackwell 2.0 architecture's 10,752 shading units are being fully utilized. The 112 ROPs and 336 TMUs handle the pixel and texture throughput required at this resolution, and the 293.1 GPixel/s pixel rate supports the observed frame rates.

The RTX 5080's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, which scores 57,367 on average compared to the RTX 5080's 56,083, a delta of -2.2%, and the AMD Radeon 8060S at 55,757, which is 0.6% behind. These comparisons show that the RTX 5080 sits in a competitive position, though the data indicates the RX 9070 GRE holds a slight synthetic benchmark advantage. In actual Undisputed gameplay, however, the RTX 5080's measured FPS demonstrates strong real-world performance that aligns with its 87th percentile ranking among all GPUs.

The GPU's 16 GB memory capacity is particularly relevant when considering the 4K Ultra preset, which delivers 87 FPS. While the game does not appear to exceed this capacity based on the absence of any frame rate anomalies, the headroom provided by 16 GB ensures consistent performance. The GDDR7 memory running at 1875 MHz (30 Gbps effective) delivers the bandwidth needed for high-resolution textures and effects without introducing stutters.

At 1080p Low, the RTX 5080 achieves 497 FPS, which indicates the GPU is not the bottleneck at this resolution and settings combination. The processor's performance is the limiting factor here, as evidenced by the GPU's average benchmark score of 56,083 across all tests, which is more than capable of exceeding 500 FPS in a game like Undisputed. The RTX 5080's 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores are present but likely underutilized in this sports title, which does not heavily rely on ray tracing or AI-enhanced features.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides clear guidance on which preset delivers the best experience in Undisputed. For players targeting 60 FPS as a baseline, every resolution and settings combination in the test exceeds this threshold, with the lowest recorded average being 87 FPS at 4K Ultra. This means the system has substantial headroom for competitive play or high-refresh-rate displays.

At 1920x1080, the Medium preset offers 357 FPS average with a minimum of 304 FPS, making it an excellent choice for esports-style play on high-refresh-rate monitors. The jump to High settings reduces performance to 296 FPS, which is still exceptionally smooth but represents a 17% decrease for what is likely a modest visual improvement in a sports title. The Ultra preset at 1080p delivers 190 FPS, which remains well above any competitive threshold, but the 47% drop from Medium suggests diminishing returns on visual quality versus performance.

For 2560x1440, the High preset at 214 FPS appears to be the sweet spot for most users. It maintains a substantial frame rate advantage over the 137 FPS Ultra preset while providing better visual fidelity than the 258 FPS Medium setting. The 44 FPS difference between High and Ultra at this resolution is significant enough that players with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors will notice the difference, making High the recommended choice for balanced performance.

At 3840x2160, the Medium preset delivers 163 FPS with a minimum of 139 FPS, which is ideal for 4K displays with 144Hz refresh rates. The High preset at 135 FPS is also viable, particularly for those who prioritize visual quality over maximum frame rates. The Ultra preset at 87 FPS is playable on standard 60Hz displays but may feel less responsive on higher refresh rate panels. The Low preset at 227 FPS is excessive for 4K gaming and sacrifices too much visual quality for frame rates that exceed most display capabilities.

The data indicates that the Medium preset provides the best overall balance across all three resolutions. At 1080p it produces 357 FPS, at 1440p it achieves 258 FPS, and at 4K it maintains 163 FPS. This consistency, combined with the fact that Medium is the only preset with reported minimum FPS values (304 at 1080p, 219 at 1440p, and 139 at 4K), suggests it offers the most stable performance profile. The minimum frame rates indicate the system maintains smooth gameplay even during demanding scenes.

How This Combo Ranks

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 combination ranks 182nd out of 2,813 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the top 6.5% of all configurations. This ranking reflects the synergy between a processor that scores 54,762 on average in benchmarks (91st percentile among all CPUs) and a GPU that averages 56,083 (87th percentile among all GPUs). The combination of a top-tier CPU and a high-end GPU produces exceptional results in this sports title.

The CPU's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF, which scores 55,093 on average, a 0.6% advantage over the Ryzen 9 9900X3D. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K scores 54,053, which is 1.3% lower, while the Intel Xeon 6505P at 53,701 is 2% behind, and the Intel Core i7-14700F at 53,620 trails by 2.1%. These small percentage differences indicate that the Ryzen 9 9900X3D is competitively positioned against mainstream Intel processors, with its 12 cores and 24 threads providing strong multi-threaded performance in games that can utilize them.

The GPU's nearest rivals show a similar pattern, with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE leading at 57,367 (2.2% ahead), followed by the AMD Radeon 8060S at 55,757 (0.6% behind), the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB at 55,698 (0.7% behind), and the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X at 54,828 (2.3% behind). These comparisons suggest the RTX 5080 is well-matched against its competition, with no rival holding a decisive advantage in synthetic benchmarks.

The 182nd rank out of 2,813 combos means this configuration outperforms approximately 93.5% of all tested systems in Undisputed specifically. This high ranking is consistent with the measured FPS data, which shows the combo delivering playable frame rates at every resolution and settings combination. The rank reflects not just the individual component strength but also the effective pairing of a 12-core Zen 5 processor with a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU, both of which contribute to the system's ability to maintain high frame rates in this sports title.

The processor's 16,630 million transistors on a 4 nm TSMC process and the GPU's 45,600 million transistors on a 5 nm process represent significant compute resources. The combo's ranking suggests that in Undisputed, which may have specific optimization characteristics, this pairing performs at a level that exceeds many other high-end configurations. The 128 MB of L3 cache on the CPU likely contributes to the system's strong showing, as sports games often benefit from large cache sizes for storing frequently accessed game data.

FAQ

Q: What is the highest average frame rate recorded for this combo in Undisputed?

A: The highest average frame rate is 497 FPS, achieved at 1920x1080 resolution with Low settings.

Q: Can this system maintain 60 FPS at 4K Ultra settings?

A: Yes, the 4K Ultra preset delivers an average of 87 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS threshold.

Q: How does the RTX 5080 compare to the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE in average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE scores 57,367 on average, which is 2.2% higher than the RTX 5080's 56,083.

Q: What is the minimum frame rate recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: The minimum frame rate at 2560x1440 with Medium settings is 219 FPS, with a maximum of 297 FPS.

Q: How many cores and threads does the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D have?

A: The processor has 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: What is the combo's rank among all tested configurations in Undisputed?

A: The combo ranks 182nd out of 2,813 tested combinations, placing it in the top 6.5% of all systems.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160, the measured average frame rates are as follows: Low settings produce 227 FPS, Medium settings deliver 163 FPS with a minimum of 139 FPS and a maximum of 188 FPS, High settings achieve 135 FPS, and Ultra settings result in 87 FPS. The progression from Low to Ultra shows a steady decline in performance, with the largest single drop occurring between Medium and High (28 FPS) and the largest relative drop between High and Ultra (48 FPS, a 36% reduction).

At 2560x1440, the performance scales as follows: Low settings deliver 359 FPS, Medium settings produce 258 FPS with a minimum of 219 FPS and a maximum of 297 FPS, High settings achieve 214 FPS, and Ultra settings result in 137 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at this resolution is 222 FPS, representing a 62% reduction in performance when moving from the least to most demanding preset.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are the highest of any resolution: Low settings deliver 497 FPS, Medium settings produce 357 FPS with a minimum of 304 FPS and a maximum of 411 FPS, High settings achieve 296 FPS, and Ultra settings result in 190 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra here is 307 FPS, a 62% reduction that mirrors the scaling pattern observed at 1440p.

The Medium settings preset is the only one with complete min/max data across all resolutions, providing insight into frame time consistency. At 1080p, the range from minimum to maximum is 107 FPS; at 1440p, the range is 78 FPS; and at 4K, the range narrows to 49 FPS. This tightening of the frame rate range at higher resolutions indicates that the GPU workload becomes more consistent as resolution increases, reducing the variability seen at lower resolutions where CPU limitations can cause larger fluctuations.

Across all settings, the transition from 1080p to 1440p results in an average performance reduction of approximately 28%, while the transition from 1440p to 4K results in an additional 36% reduction. These percentages hold relatively consistent across Low, Medium, and High presets, but Ultra shows slightly different scaling, with a 28% drop from 1080p to 1440p and a 36% drop from 1440p to 4K, indicating the Ultra preset's additional GPU workload affects scaling patterns differently than other presets.