Undisputed

The Intel Core i3-12100F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti delivers exceptional frame rates in Undisputed, but the data reveals a clear and predictable bottleneck dynamic: the GPU is the primary driver at higher resolutions, while the CPU’s 4-core/8-thread architecture becomes a limiting factor at 1080p. The combination ranks in the top 10.8% of all tested combos, placing it at rank 403 out of 3718, which is a strong result for a mid-range processor paired with a high-end graphics card. The measured FPS across all resolutions and settings is consistently high, with the lowest average being 79 FPS at 4K Ultra, indicating that this system is more than capable of delivering a smooth experience in this sports title.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a textbook GPU-bound curve, but with a notable exception at the Low preset that highlights the CPU’s limitations. At the High preset, the average FPS drops from 269 at 1920x1080 to 194 at 2560x1440, a 27.9% reduction, and then to 123 at 3840x2160, a further 36.6% reduction from 1440p. This steady decline indicates that the RTX 5070 Ti is the limiting component as resolution increases, with the workload shifting progressively onto the graphics card.

The Low preset tells a different story. The jump from 451 FPS at 1080p to 326 FPS at 1440p is a 27.7% drop, but the move to 4K sees a more moderate 36.8% decline to 206 FPS. The 1080p Low result of 451 FPS is particularly telling; it is the only data point where the frame rate exceeds 400, and the fact that it does not scale proportionally with the GPU’s capability suggests the Core i3-12100F is nearing its maximum output. With a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11860 and a Passmark multithread score of 14015, the processor’s 4 cores and 8 threads are likely saturating at these extreme frame rates.

The Medium preset, which includes min/max FPS data, shows a similar pattern. At 1080p, the average is 325 FPS with a minimum of 276 and a maximum of 373. At 1440p, the average drops to 234 FPS (min 199, max 270), and at 4K it falls to 148 FPS (min 126, max 171). The frame time consistency, as indicated by the min/max spread, remains relatively stable across resolutions, suggesting the system maintains smooth pacing even when the GPU load increases.

The Ultra preset delivers the lowest frame rates, as expected. At 1080p, the average is 173 FPS, which is still extremely high for a sports game. This drops to 125 FPS at 1440p and 79 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result is the only scenario where the average dips below 100 FPS, but it remains above the 60 FPS threshold commonly considered playable. The data shows that the RTX 5070 Ti, with its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory and 896.0 GB/s bandwidth, is more than sufficient for this title, even at the most demanding settings.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i3-12100F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti achieves a rank of 403 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the 89.2nd percentile, meaning it outperforms nearly 9 out of 10 other system configurations tested. This is a remarkable result when considering the CPU’s modest specifications. The processor’s average benchmark score of 13494 places it in the 68th percentile of all CPUs, and it is closely matched by its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core 3 N355 (avg score 13492, 0% delta) and the Intel Core i5-9500 (avg score 13452, 0.3% delta).

The GPU, however, is a top-tier performer. The RTX 5070 Ti’s average benchmark score of 49957 places it in the 86th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (avg score 50001, -0.1% delta) and the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (avg score 50951, -2% delta). This GPU is clearly the dominant component in this pairing, and the high combo rank is largely attributable to its raw power.

The fact that this combo ranks as high as 403 despite the CPU’s relatively low position in the overall CPU hierarchy (68th percentile) indicates that Undisputed is not heavily CPU-bound. The game’s performance is dictated more by the GPU, which allows the i3-12100F to keep pace with much more expensive processors. However, the 1080p Low data point suggests that if the game were less GPU-intensive, the CPU would become a more significant bottleneck. In the context of this game, the combo rank reflects a well-balanced system for the resolution and settings most users would target, which is high refresh rate 1440p or 4K gaming.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the Medium preset offers the best balance of visual fidelity and performance for most users, while the High preset is the optimal choice for those with high refresh rate displays. At 1440p, the Medium preset delivers an average of 234 FPS, which is more than enough for any current monitor. The jump to High reduces the average to 194 FPS, a 17.1% decrease, but still well above the 144 Hz threshold. The frame time data for Medium shows a minimum of 199 FPS, ensuring that even the most demanding scenes stay fluid.

For 4K gaming, the High preset is the recommended choice. The average of 123 FPS is excellent for a 4K resolution, and it provides a significant visual upgrade over the Medium preset’s 148 FPS without the performance hit of Ultra. The Ultra preset, at 79 FPS, is only suitable for those who prioritize maximum visual quality over frame rate, as it drops below the 100 FPS mark that many competitive players prefer. The Low preset, while delivering 206 FPS at 4K and 451 FPS at 1080p, is not recommended due to the substantial graphical compromises it would entail, and the data suggests the CPU begins to limit performance at these extreme frame rates.

At 1080p, the High preset’s 269 FPS average is the sweet spot. It provides a visually rich experience while still delivering frame rates that exceed the refresh rate of even the fastest 360 Hz monitors. The Medium preset’s 325 FPS is theoretically better for esports-level play, but the visual difference between Medium and High is likely more noticeable than the frame rate difference. The Ultra preset at 173 FPS is also viable, but the 35.7% drop from High to Ultra is significant, and the visual gains may be marginal in a sports title.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 1920x1080, the full range of settings produces frame rates that are almost absurdly high. The Low preset averages 451 FPS, while Medium averages 325 FPS with a minimum of 276 and a maximum of 373. High averages 269 FPS, and Ultra averages 173 FPS. The spread between Low and Ultra is 278 FPS, which is a 61.6% reduction, indicating that the GPU is heavily utilized at this resolution.

Moving to 2560x1440, the averages are 326 FPS for Low, 234 FPS for Medium (min 199, max 270), 194 FPS for High, and 125 FPS for Ultra. The reduction from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across presets, averaging around 27%, which points to the GPU being the primary factor in the performance change. The Medium preset’s minimum of 199 FPS at 1440p is notable, as it shows the system can maintain a high frame rate even during peak load.

At 3840x2160, the results are 206 FPS for Low, 148 FPS for Medium (min 126, max 171), 123 FPS for High, and 79 FPS for Ultra. The 4K Ultra result is the only data point below 100 FPS, but it is still well above the 60 FPS standard. The scaling from 1440p to 4K shows a 36.8% average reduction, which is slightly steeper than the 1080p to 1440p drop, reflecting the increased pixel count and memory bandwidth demands on the RTX 5070 Ti. The GPU’s 896.0 GB/s bandwidth and 256-bit bus are clearly sufficient to handle these workloads, as the frame rates remain high across all settings.

FAQ

*Q: What is the best resolution to play Undisputed with this CPU and GPU combo?*

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 offers the best balance, with the High preset averaging 194 FPS and the Medium preset averaging 234 FPS. Even the Ultra preset maintains 125 FPS, making 1440p the ideal resolution for high refresh rate gaming.

*Q: Can this system handle 4K gaming in Undisputed?*

A: Yes, the 4K results are very strong. The High preset averages 123 FPS and the Medium preset averages 148 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to 79 FPS, but this is still well above the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the Intel Core i3-12100F a bottleneck for the RTX 5070 Ti in this game?

A: At 1080p with the Low preset, the 451 FPS result suggests the CPU is nearing its limit, but at higher resolutions and more demanding presets, the GPU becomes the limiting factor. The combo’s rank of 403 out of 3718 indicates the CPU is not a significant bottleneck in this title.

Q: How does the RTX 5070 Ti compare to its nearest rivals in terms of overall performance?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 49957, which is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, -0.1% delta) and slightly behind the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (50951, -2% delta). It is 3.1% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (48477).

Q: What is the CPU’s performance profile in synthetic benchmarks?

A: The Core i3-12100F scores 11860 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 1674 in single-core. Its Passmark multithread score is 14015, and its 3DMark max threads score is 4023. These results place it in the 68th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 13494.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU and GPU in this combo?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100F has a launch MSRP of $97, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti has a launch MSRP of 749 USD.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i3-12100F is a 4-core, 8-thread processor based on the Alder Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a 12 MB shared L3 cache. Its synthetic benchmark scores show a clear strength in single-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1674 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1932. The multicore scores, such as 11860 in Cinebench R23 and 7252 in Geekbench multicore, are respectable but reflect the physical limitation of having only 4 cores.

In Undisputed, the CPU’s role is secondary to the GPU. The 1080p Low preset result of 451 FPS is the only data point that suggests the CPU is being pushed to its limits. This is supported by the Passmark scores for single-thread (3444) and multithread (14015) performance, which show that the processor can handle a high thread count but is not designed for extreme multi-core workloads. The 3DMark scores, including 4 threads (2859) and 8 threads (4026), indicate that the processor scales well with additional threads, but the 4-core limit means it cannot match the multi-core performance of larger CPUs.

The game’s genre as a sports title likely means it is not heavily dependent on complex AI or physics simulations that would tax the CPU. Instead, the rendering workload is primarily on the GPU, which is why the i3-12100F can keep up with the RTX 5070 Ti. The CPU’s 58 W TDP and active production status suggest it is an efficient, entry-level part that performs admirably in this context. The data shows that for Undisputed, the i3-12100F provides sufficient processing power to avoid becoming a significant bottleneck, except in the most extreme CPU-unfriendly scenario of 1080p Low, where the frame rates are so high that the CPU’s 4 cores become the limiting factor.