Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT delivers a strong performance profile in Undisputed, but the data reveals a clear shift in system bottleneck as resolution increases. The measured FPS drop from 1080p to 4K is substantial, indicating that the GPU becomes the primary limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU holds up well at lower settings. The combo ranks in the 55th percentile overall, a solid mid-pack result that reflects balanced, though not elite, gaming capability.

Resolution Scaling

The performance scaling across resolutions is steep and consistent with a GPU-bound scenario. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo achieves 272.4 FPS, which drops to 197.4 FPS at 1440p and further to 124.9 FPS at 4K. This represents a 54.7% reduction in frame rate from 1080p to 4K at Low settings, a significant hit that underscores the graphical workload's dominance. The scaling pattern is more pronounced at higher settings: at Ultra, the average FPS falls from 105.7 at 1080p to 77.2 at 1440p and then to 49.1 at 4K—a 53.5% drop from the lowest to highest resolution.

These figures indicate that the RX 6700 XT is the limiting component at 4K, particularly on Ultra settings where the frame rate dips below 50 FPS. The data shows diminishing returns as resolution increases; the gap between 1080p and 1440p is generally larger than the gap between 1440p and 4K in percentage terms. For example, at High settings, the drop from 1080p (162.1 FPS) to 1440p (118.7 FPS) is 26.8%, while the drop from 1440p to 4K (76.6 FPS) is 35.5%. This suggests that while the GPU is stressed at all resolutions above 1080p, the transition to 4K creates a particularly steep performance cliff.

The CPU's role becomes more apparent at 1080p Low, where the frame rate reaches 272.4 FPS. At this point, the game engine's draw call processing and physics simulation can begin to tax the six-core i5-10400F, though the data shows it still sustains a very high frame rate. The bottleneck is clearly the GPU across all measured settings and resolutions, as evidenced by the consistent frame rate reductions when graphical load increases.

How This Combo Ranks

The Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination ranks 880th out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed, placing it in the 55.7th percentile. This is a respectable mid-table result, showing that this pairing outperforms a slight majority of all tested hardware configurations. The ranking reflects a balanced system that can handle the game well at most settings, though it does not reach the top tier of performance.

Relative to other combos, this ranking suggests that the i5-10400F and RX 6700 XT offer a level of performance that is competitive with many modern systems. The CPU itself sits in the 73rd percentile against all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 14168. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7552, which scores 14115 (0.4% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C, which scores 14277 (0.8% higher). The GPU is in the 77th percentile, with an average score of 33721, and its nearest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 6800, scores 33493 (0.7% lower).

The combo's rank in Undisputed is influenced by both components, but the data suggests that the GPU's higher percentile standing helps carry the system. The i5-10400F's 12 threads and 4.30 GHz boost clock provide adequate processing power, but the RX 6700 XT's 12 GB of VRAM and 384.0 GB/s bandwidth are likely more critical for maintaining frame rates at higher resolutions and settings.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is the dominant component in this pairing, and its specifications align with the measured performance. The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, yielding 384.0 GB/s of bandwidth. In a game like Undisputed, which is a sports title with detailed character models and arena environments, this memory capacity and bandwidth are sufficient for 4K textures without significant stuttering or frame drops.

The GPU's clock speeds are notably high: a base clock of 2321 MHz, a game clock of 2424 MHz, and a boost clock of 2581 MHz. These clocks contribute to the card's 13.21 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is reflected in the frame rates. The data shows that at 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 49.1, which is below the 60 FPS threshold that many players consider smooth. This suggests that the GPU's raw compute power is stretched thin at the highest settings and resolution.

The RX 6700 XT's 40 ray tracing cores and support for DirectX 12 Ultimate indicate that it is well-equipped for modern game features, though the measured data in Undisputed does not specify whether ray tracing is enabled. The GPU's 77th percentile ranking against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 33721, places it in the upper quartile of graphics cards. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA RTX A5000, which scores 33294 (1.3% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 480, which scores 34059 (1% higher), showing that the RX 6700 XT sits in a competitive performance band.

The GPU's VRAM usage is not directly measured, but the 12 GB capacity is unlikely to be a limiting factor at 1080p or 1440p. At 4K Ultra, the combination of high-resolution textures and effects may approach this limit, but the measured FPS of 49.1 suggests that compute performance, not memory capacity, is the primary constraint.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates provide a comprehensive view of the combo's performance across three resolutions and four settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers 272.4 FPS on Low, 199.8 FPS on Medium, 162.1 FPS on High, and 105.7 FPS on Ultra. These numbers indicate that the combo is more than capable of driving high-refresh-rate monitors at 1080p, with even the Ultra preset staying above 100 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance remains strong but shows the expected decline. The Low preset achieves 197.4 FPS, Medium hits 143.6 FPS, High reaches 118.7 FPS, and Ultra drops to 77.2 FPS. The 1440p results are particularly notable for High settings, where the 118.7 FPS average provides a smooth experience for fast-paced sports gameplay.

At 3840x2160, the combo struggles to maintain high frame rates. The Low preset delivers 124.9 FPS, which is playable, but Medium drops to 90.0 FPS, High falls to 76.6 FPS, and Ultra plummets to 49.1 FPS. The 4K Ultra result is the only measured configuration that falls below 60 FPS, indicating that this settings and resolution combination is not ideal for this hardware.

The scaling between settings is consistent across all resolutions. At 1080p, the difference between Low and Ultra is 166.7 FPS, while at 1440p it is 120.2 FPS, and at 4K it is 75.8 FPS. This shows that the graphical settings have a diminishing absolute impact as resolution increases, but the percentage reduction remains similar. The data suggests that players targeting 4K should stick to Medium or Low settings to maintain playable frame rates.

Settings Recommendations

The benchmark results point to a clear sweet spot for this combo: 1440p with High settings. This configuration delivers 118.7 FPS, which is well above the 60 FPS standard and provides a smooth, responsive experience. The 1440p High setting also offers a good balance between visual fidelity and performance, as the drop from Medium (143.6 FPS) to High is only 24.9 FPS, while the jump to Ultra (77.2 FPS) costs an additional 41.5 FPS.

For players with 1080p displays, the Ultra preset is the best choice, as it delivers 105.7 FPS while maximizing visual quality. The combo has enough headroom at 1080p to run the highest settings without compromising frame rate. Alternatively, High at 1440p provides a comparable experience with higher resolution, which may be preferable for users with 1440p monitors.

At 4K, the data recommends the Medium preset, which achieves 90.0 FPS. This is a significant improvement over High (76.6 FPS) and Ultra (49.1 FPS), while still offering better visuals than Low (124.9 FPS). The 4K Medium setting is the only 4K configuration that stays comfortably above 60 FPS, making it the recommended choice for 4K display owners. The Low preset is also viable for competitive play, as the 124.9 FPS average provides a high-refresh-rate experience, though it sacrifices visual quality.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F provides a solid foundation for this gaming system, with 6 cores and 12 threads running at a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The CPU's 12 MB of shared L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for feeding the GPU in Undisputed. The 73rd percentile ranking against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 14168, indicates that this processor is above average for gaming workloads.

The CPU's performance in synthetic benchmarks shows a clear scaling pattern. In 3DMark, the single-thread score is 688, which rises to 1350 for 2 threads, 2560 for 4 threads, 3929 for 8 threads, and 4735 for max threads. This scaling indicates that the i5-10400F benefits from additional threads up to about 8, after which gains are minimal. In a sports game like Undisputed, which may not heavily utilize more than 8 threads, this behavior is expected.

The Cinebench R23 scores of 10297 for multicore and 1453 for single-core further illustrate the CPU's capability. The multicore score is respectable for a 6-core processor, while the single-core score of 1453 is important for games that rely on strong single-thread performance. The PassMark multithread score of 12115 and single-thread score of 2541 reinforce that this CPU can handle the demands of modern gaming without bottlenecking the GPU at standard resolutions.

The data shows that the CPU is not the limiting factor in Undisputed at any measured configuration. The frame rates scale consistently with GPU load, and even at 1080p Low, where the CPU is most likely to be stressed, the system achieves 272.4 FPS. This suggests that the i5-10400F has sufficient headroom to support the RX 6700 XT fully, and the combo's overall ranking is likely constrained by the GPU's performance at higher resolutions.

FAQ

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

A: The data shows that 1440p with High settings delivers 118.7 FPS, which is the best balance of visual quality and performance. At 1080p, Ultra is recommended at 105.7 FPS, while at 4K, Medium at 90.0 FPS is the only configuration above 60 FPS.

Q: How does the combo rank against other tested hardware in this game?

A: The combo ranks 880th out of 1580 tested combinations, placing it in the 55.7th percentile. This is a mid-pack result, indicating it outperforms a slight majority of systems tested.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the limiting factor at 4K Ultra?

A: The GPU is the limiting factor. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 49.1, which is below the 60 FPS target. The CPU's 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient, as evidenced by the high frame rates at lower resolutions.

Q: What is the frame rate at 1080p with Low settings?

A: The combo achieves 272.4 FPS at 1080p with Low settings, which is the highest measured frame rate across all configurations.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 33721, which is 0.7% higher than the AMD Radeon RX 6800's score of 33493. It is also 1.3% higher than the NVIDIA RTX A5000's score of 33294.

Q: Does the CPU support enough threads for this game?

A: Yes, the i5-10400F has 6 cores and 12 threads. The 3DMark scaling shows performance gains up to 8 threads, with a max thread score of 4735, indicating adequate multi-threading capability for Undisputed.