Undisputed

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is a 16-core, 32-thread mobile processor built on the Zen 5 architecture (Strix Halo codename) using TSMC's 4 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 55 W TDP. The chip includes 64 MB of shared L3 cache, alongside 80 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 per core. Memory support is LPDDR5X over a quad-channel interface, yielding 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

For a sports title like Undisputed, the CPU's role typically centers on maintaining a stable frame delivery floor, especially in scenes with many physics-driven interactions or AI-controlled boxers. The data indicates this processor is exceptionally strong in multi-threaded workloads: its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 35,314, and its Geekbench multi-core result is 20,992. Single-thread performance is also robust, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,044 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2,464.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 sits in the top tier. Its average benchmark score of 77,740 is 1.6% above the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (76,513) and 1.6% above the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P (76,492). It trails the Intel Core i9-14900K by 1.7% (79,097) but leads the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX by 2% (76,212). In the 95th percentile of all CPUs, this processor provides ample headroom for the game's logic.

The measured FPS results across all resolutions and settings suggest that the CPU is not the primary bottleneck in Undisputed. Even at the highest settings (Ultra) and lowest resolution (1080p), where CPU load tends to be most pronounced, the combo still delivers 76 FPS average. At 1080p Low, the frame rate reaches 200 FPS average, indicating that the CPU can push well beyond typical display refresh rates. This processor's 16 cores and 32 threads are likely overkill for a sports sim, but the strong single-core performance (boost clock of 5.10 GHz) ensures that no frame pacing issues emerge from the CPU side.

GPU Role — VRAM, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU (chip GB207) built on TSMC's 5 nm process, with 16,900 million transistors on a 149 mm² die. It features 2,560 shading units, 80 TMUs, 32 ROPs, 20 RT cores, and 80 tensor cores. The GPU runs at a base clock of 2,317 MHz and a boost clock of 2,572 MHz, with memory clocked at 2500 MHz (20 Gbps effective). It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, and connects via PCIe 5.0 x8.

In Undisputed, the GPU's role becomes increasingly critical as resolution rises. The data shows a clear pattern: at 1080p, the RTX 5050 delivers 119 FPS on High settings, but this drops to 86 FPS at 1440p and 54 FPS at 4K on the same preset. This scaling indicates that the GPU is the limiting component at higher resolutions, particularly when memory bandwidth and VRAM capacity come into play.

The RTX 5050's 8 GB VRAM is a relevant factor. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS falls to 35, which suggests that the game is likely exceeding the VRAM capacity or hitting memory bandwidth limits. The 320.0 GB/s bandwidth is modest for 4K workloads, and the 128-bit bus constrains data throughput. At 1080p, however, the GPU performs admirably, with Low settings reaching 200 FPS average and Medium hitting 144 FPS.

In GPU benchmark comparisons, the RTX 5050's average score of 21,035 places it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL, scores 21,153 (0.6% higher), while the AMD Radeon HD 8970M scores 21,237 (1% higher). The RTX 5050 leads the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT by 1.6% (20,713) and trails the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile by 1.6% (21,379). These results indicate that the GPU is a mid-range part, adequate for 1080p and 1440p gaming but stretched at 4K.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The measured FPS data reveals a consistent degradation as resolution increases, which is typical for a GPU-bound scenario. On High settings, the average FPS progression is 119 at 1080p, 86 at 1440p, and 54 at 4K. This represents a 27.7% drop from 1080p to 1440p, and a 54.6% drop from 1080p to 4K. The scaling is not linear, which suggests that the GPU's memory bandwidth (320.0 GB/s) and VRAM capacity (8 GB) become increasingly strained at higher pixel counts.

On Low settings, the pattern is similar but with higher absolute numbers: 200 FPS at 1080p, 144 FPS at 1440p, and 91 FPS at 4K. The relative drops are 28% from 1080p to 1440p, and 54.5% from 1080p to 4K. Remarkably, even at 4K Low, the game remains playable at 91 FPS average, indicating that when texture and shading demands are reduced, the RTX 5050 can still cope with the pixel throughput.

Medium settings show a slightly different behavior: 144 FPS at 1080p, 104 FPS at 1440p, and 66 FPS at 4K. The drop from 1080p to 1440p is 27.8%, and from 1080p to 4K is 54.2%. Notably, the Medium preset at 4K includes min/max FPS data (56 min, 75 max), which shows variance of about 19 FPS between minimum and average.

Ultra settings produce the steepest decline: 76 FPS at 1080p, 55 FPS at 1440p, and 35 FPS at 4K. The 1080p to 1440p drop is 27.6%, while the 1080p to 4K drop is 53.9%. At 4K Ultra, the 35 FPS average is below the threshold for smooth gameplay, indicating that this combo is not suited for maximum settings at 4K.

The consistent ~54% drop from 1080p to 4K across all settings strongly suggests that the GPU is the limiting factor. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the relative drop would be less pronounced at higher resolutions, as the CPU workload per frame would diminish. The data shows that the RTX 5050's performance scales almost purely with pixel count, confirming that its 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are the primary constraints at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

In the benchmark database for Undisputed, this specific combination of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 ranks 2,975 out of 3,718 tested combos. This places it in the bottom 20% of all configurations, which is notable given the CPU's high percentile ranking (95th among all CPUs) and the GPU's mid-range standing (66th percentile).

The rank disparity highlights a fundamental imbalance: the CPU is far more capable than the GPU. While the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 outperforms rivals like the Intel Core i9-14900K in some metrics, the RTX 5050 struggles to keep pace with even older GPUs like the AMD Radeon HD 8970M. This mismatch means that the combo's overall performance in Undisputed is dictated almost entirely by the GPU, dragging the combined rank down.

Compared to other combos in the database, this pairing would likely be more competitive at 1080p, where the GPU's limitations are less exposed. However, the rank is based on the aggregate of all measured results, which include 4K benchmarks where the RTX 5050 falls below 60 FPS on High settings and below 40 FPS on Ultra. The 4K Ultra result of 35 FPS average is particularly damaging to the overall rank.

The data suggests that users seeking higher rankings in this game would benefit from pairing the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with a more powerful GPU. Conversely, those who prioritize CPU-intensive tasks outside gaming would find this combo more balanced. For Undisputed specifically, the combo rank reflects a GPU-bound experience where the CPU's 16 cores and 32 threads go largely underutilized.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the Medium preset delivers 144 FPS average with a minimum of 122 FPS and maximum of 165 FPS. This provides a smooth experience well above the 60 FPS threshold, and the variance (22 FPS between min and average) is acceptable for a sports title. High settings at 1080p yield 119 FPS average, which is also playable, but Medium offers a 21% higher frame rate with presumably similar visual fidelity given the modest jump to High.

At 1440p, Medium settings produce 104 FPS average with a minimum of 88 FPS, which is comfortable for most displays. High settings at 1440p drop to 86 FPS average, still playable but with less headroom. Low settings at 1440p reach 144 FPS, but the visual compromise is significant. For the best balance of visual quality and performance at 1440p, Medium is the recommended preset.

At 4K, the situation is more constrained. Medium settings deliver 66 FPS average with a minimum of 56 FPS, which is borderline for smooth gameplay. High settings drop to 54 FPS average, which may introduce noticeable stutter on some displays. Low settings at 4K achieve 91 FPS average, but the visual quality is substantially reduced. Given that even Medium at 4K dips to 56 FPS minimum, users targeting 4K should either accept Low settings for consistent frame rates or reduce resolution to 1440p for a better experience.

The Ultra preset is not recommended at any resolution. At 1080p Ultra, the frame rate is 76 FPS, which is lower than Medium at 1440p (104 FPS). At 4K Ultra, the 35 FPS average is unplayable for a competitive sports game. The data indicates that Ultra settings impose a heavy cost on the RTX 5050 without proportional visual benefits in this title.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1080p with Medium settings achieves 144 FPS average (min 122, max 165), which is the sweet spot for smooth gameplay. At 1440p Medium, the average is 104 FPS (min 88), still playable but with less headroom. 4K Medium drops to 66 FPS average (min 56), which is marginal.

Q: Can this combo handle 4K gaming?

A: Yes, but only at Low settings, where the average FPS is 91. At Medium settings, the average is 66 FPS with a minimum of 56 FPS, which may cause occasional stutters. High settings drop to 54 FPS, and Ultra falls to 35 FPS, which is not recommended.

Q: How does the RTX 5050 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 5050's average benchmark score is 21,035, which is 0.6% lower than the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL (21,153) and 1% lower than the AMD Radeon HD 8970M (21,237). It is 1.6% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (20,713) and 1.6% lower than the NVIDIA RTX A4000 Mobile (21,379).

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

A: The data indicates the GPU is the limiting component. When moving from 1080p to 4K on High settings, the average FPS drops from 119 to 54, a 54.6% reduction. This consistent scaling across all settings suggests that the RTX 5050's 8 GB VRAM and 128-bit memory bus are the primary constraints.

Q: What FPS can I expect at 1440p High settings?

A: The measured average is 86 FPS at 1440p High. For comparison, 1440p Medium achieves 104 FPS, and 1440p Low reaches 144 FPS. The step from Medium to High costs 18 FPS on average.

Q: How does the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 compare to the Intel Core i9-14900K?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 has an average benchmark score of 77,740, which is 1.7% lower than the Intel Core i9-14900K's 79,097. However, it outperforms the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX by 2% (76,212) and matches the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX within 1.6% (76,513).

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

1920x1080 (1080p)

• Low: 200 FPS average
• Medium: 144 FPS average, 122 FPS minimum, 165 FPS maximum
• High: 119 FPS average
• Ultra: 76 FPS average

2560x1440 (1440p)

• Low: 144 FPS average
• Medium: 104 FPS average, 88 FPS minimum, 119 FPS maximum
• High: 86 FPS average
• Ultra: 55 FPS average

3840x2160 (4K)

• Low: 91 FPS average
• Medium: 66 FPS average, 56 FPS minimum, 75 FPS maximum
• High: 54 FPS average
• Ultra: 35 FPS average

The data shows a clear hierarchy: lower settings consistently yield higher frame rates, and 1080p is the only resolution where all presets exceed 60 FPS average. At 1440p, only Low and Medium exceed 60 FPS, while High and Ultra fall below 90 FPS. At 4K, only Low exceeds 60 FPS, and Ultra drops to 35 FPS. The Medium preset at each resolution includes min/max data, showing that 1080p Medium has a 43 FPS range (122-165), 1440p Medium has a 31 FPS range (88-119), and 4K Medium has a 19 FPS range (56-75). This narrowing range at higher resolutions suggests that the GPU's memory subsystem becomes more consistently saturated as pixel count increases.