Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 delivers a strong showing in Undisputed, placing in the 69.7th percentile of tested combos with a rank of 1125 out of 3718. This pairing leverages a 6-core, 12-thread Comet Lake processor with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz and a base of 2.90 GHz, alongside a RDNA 4.0 GPU with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. The data reveals a configuration that is overwhelmingly GPU-limited at higher resolutions, yet still capable of exceptional frame rates at 1080p. The following analysis breaks down how this specific CPU and GPU combination behaves across the measured settings and resolutions, providing a clear picture of what to expect without speculation.

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

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process. Its base clock of 2.90 GHz can boost up to 4.30 GHz, and it shares a 12 MB L3 cache. In the context of Undisputed, a sports title, the CPU's role is to maintain a stable frame pacing floor, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU is less burdened. The processor’s benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283 and a single-core score of 1451, indicate solid multi-threaded and single-threaded capability for a 10th-gen part. Its Passmark multithread score of 12115 and single-thread score of 2541 further confirm it as a competent mid-range performer.

The data suggests that this CPU is not the primary bottleneck in most scenarios. At 1080p Low, the combo reaches 353 FPS, which is far beyond typical display refresh rates and indicates the GPU is still pushing frames as fast as the CPU can feed it. However, the processor's limits become more apparent when considering the absolute ceiling. The i5-10400F's percentile rank against all CPUs is 68, meaning it sits just above the median. In comparison, its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Xeon 6756E and AMD EPYC 7552, have average benchmark scores within 0.5% of its 14185 average, highlighting that this CPU's compute power is squarely in a crowded mid-field.

For a game like Undisputed, which is not typically considered a CPU-heavy simulation, the 6-core/12-thread configuration is adequate. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 4748 versus the max-thread score of 4735 suggests the processor scales well with its available threads, but there is no hyper-threading headroom beyond its 12 threads. The CPU's memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s and dual-channel DDR4 support are standard for its generation. The real takeaway is that at 1080p and 1440p, the i5-10400F is sufficient to keep the RX 9070 fed, but at 4K Ultra, where the GPU is strained, the CPU's role diminishes further, allowing the GPU's raw power to dictate performance.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-10400F a bottleneck for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 in this game?

A: Based on the measured FPS data, the CPU is not a significant bottleneck. At 1080p Low, the combo produces 353 FPS, and at 1440p Low, it achieves 255 FPS. These high frame rates indicate the GPU is still the primary driver of performance. The CPU's 68th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 14185, shows it has enough compute power to avoid limiting the GPU in most scenarios.

Q: How does this combo's overall rank compare to other tested configurations?

A: The combination ranks 1125 out of 3718 tested combos, placing it in the top 30% of all configurations. This is a respectable position, indicating that the pairing of a mid-range 10th-gen CPU with a high-end RDNA 4.0 GPU yields better-than-average results for the game.

Q: What is the best resolution to play at for a balance of quality and performance?

A: The data shows that 2560x1440 on High settings provides 152 FPS, which is an excellent balance. It offers a 58% improvement over 4K High (96 FPS) while maintaining high visual fidelity. For higher refresh rate monitors, 1080p High at 210 FPS is also viable.

Q: Does the RX 9070's performance in this game match its synthetic benchmark standing?

A: The GPU's average benchmark score is 23877, placing it in the 69th percentile of all GPUs. In Undisputed, the measured FPS at 4K High (96 FPS) and 1440p Ultra (98 FPS) suggests it performs consistently with its standing, delivering high frame rates that align with its mid-to-high tier positioning.

Q: How much performance is lost when moving from Low to Ultra settings at 1440p?

A: At 1440p, moving from Low (255 FPS) to Ultra (98 FPS) results in a 61.6% drop in average frame rate. This indicates that the Ultra preset is significantly more demanding, likely due to increased shading and post-processing effects that tax the GPU's 36.13 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

Q: Are the minimum FPS figures stable across resolutions?

A: The data only provides minimum FPS for Medium settings. At 1080p Medium, the minimum is 216 FPS, at 1440p Medium it is 156 FPS, and at 4K Medium it is 99 FPS. These minimums are all well above 60 FPS, suggesting consistent frame pacing without severe stutters.

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

The measured FPS data reveals a clear pattern of GPU-bound scaling as resolution increases. At Low settings, the average frame rate drops from 353 FPS at 1080p to 255 FPS at 1440p, a 27.8% reduction, and then to 161 FPS at 4K, a further 36.9% reduction from 1440p. This scaling is characteristic of a GPU-limited scenario, where the RX 9070's pixel throughput becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's pixel rate of 322.6 GPixel/s and memory bandwidth of 644.6 GB/s are being saturated as the pixel count increases from 2.07 million (1080p) to 3.68 million (1440p) and 8.29 million (4K).

The scaling from 1440p to 4K is more severe than from 1080p to 1440p, which is expected due to the quadrupling of pixel count. For instance, at High settings, the drop from 1440p (152 FPS) to 4K (96 FPS) is a 36.8% decrease. This substantial decline indicates that the GPU's compute resources, specifically its shading units and ROPs, are heavily taxed at 4K. The RX 9070 has 3584 shading units and 128 ROPs, and the data suggests these are sufficient for 1440p Ultra (98 FPS) but struggle to maintain high frame rates at 4K Ultra (62 FPS).

The fact that the CPU's performance metrics, such as its 3DMark single-thread score of 688, remain constant regardless of resolution, while FPS drops proportionally with pixel count, confirms the GPU is the primary limiter. If the CPU were the bottleneck, the FPS would plateau at lower resolutions. Instead, the continuous decline from 353 FPS at 1080p Low to 161 FPS at 4K Low shows that the i5-10400F is capable of feeding the GPU fast enough at all resolutions tested. The CPU's role becomes less relevant at higher resolutions, where the GPU's fill rate and memory bandwidth dictate the final performance.

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

At 1920x1080, the combo is exceptionally fast. Low settings produce an average of 353 FPS, which is the highest recorded in the dataset. Medium settings drop to 254 FPS with a minimum of 216 FPS and a maximum of 292 FPS, showing tight frame pacing. High settings yield 210 FPS, while Ultra still manages a very playable 135 FPS. The spread from Low to Ultra is 218 FPS, indicating that even the most demanding preset at this resolution leaves ample headroom for high refresh rate displays.

Moving to 2560x1440, the performance remains impressive. Low settings average 255 FPS, which is still above most high-refresh monitors' capabilities. Medium settings average 184 FPS, with a minimum of 156 FPS and a maximum of 211 FPS. High settings deliver 152 FPS, and Ultra drops to 98 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra at 1440p shows a 157 FPS reduction, which is significant but still leaves the Ultra preset comfortably above 60 FPS. This resolution appears to be the sweet spot for balancing visual quality and high frame rates.

At 3840x2160, the GPU begins to show its limits. Low settings still manage an average of 161 FPS, which is respectable for 4K. Medium settings drop to 116 FPS, with a minimum of 99 FPS and a maximum of 134 FPS, indicating that the game remains fluid but with less headroom. High settings average 96 FPS, which is playable on most VRR displays. Ultra settings, however, pull the average down to 62 FPS, which is just above the 60 FPS threshold but leaves little margin for demanding scenes. The data shows a clear progression: the RX 9070 can handle 1080p and 1440p with ease, but 4K Ultra requires the user to accept a near-minimum playable frame rate.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and AMD Radeon RX 9070 achieves a rank of 1125 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the top 30.3% of all configurations, which is a strong result for a CPU that was released in 2020 and a GPU from the RX 9000 series. The rank is driven largely by the GPU's performance, as the CPU's 68th percentile standing is below the GPU's 69th percentile, suggesting the GPU is the component pulling the combo's rank up.

To contextualize this rank, consider the CPU's nearest rivals. The Intel Xeon 6756E has an average benchmark score of 14163, a 0.2% delta from the i5-10400F's 14185. The AMD EPYC 7552 scores 14115, a 0.5% delta. These are enterprise-class processors, yet in a gaming scenario, the i5-10400F's lower clocks and older architecture do not significantly disadvantage it. The GPU's nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, which has an average score of 24170, a 1.2% delta from the RX 9070's 23877. This shows the RX 9070 is competitive with previous-generation high-end cards.

The combo's rank of 1125 suggests that while it is not a top-tier or enthusiast configuration, it outperforms the majority of systems. The data indicates that the pairing is balanced enough to avoid a severe bottleneck, as evidenced by the high frame rates at 1080p. The fact that the combo ranks above the median implies that most other tested combos either have weaker GPUs or are held back by CPUs that cannot keep pace. The i5-10400F's Passmark multithread score of 12115 and the RX 9070's Passmark G3D score of 25381 together form a cohesive unit that delivers consistently high FPS across all measured settings.

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

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the user's display refresh rate and resolution preference. For 1080p users with 144Hz or 165Hz monitors, the High preset at 210 FPS is the best choice. It provides 55 FPS more than the Ultra preset (135 FPS) while still delivering a high-quality visual experience. The Medium preset at 254 FPS is also an option, but the jump to High is worth the 44 FPS trade-off for better visuals, as 210 FPS still exceeds most high-refresh displays' capabilities.

For 1440p users, the High preset at 152 FPS is the recommended starting point. It offers a 54 FPS improvement over Ultra (98 FPS) and is the ideal balance for 144Hz monitors. The Medium preset at 184 FPS is also excellent, but High provides a richer visual experience without sacrificing the fluidity needed for a competitive sports title. If the user has a 120Hz display, the Ultra preset at 98 FPS is still viable, but the data suggests that High is the sweet spot for maintaining high frame rates with minimal visual compromise.

For 4K users, the situation is more nuanced. The High preset at 96 FPS is the best experience, as it is well above the 60 FPS threshold and suitable for VRR displays. The Medium preset at 116 FPS is also strong, but the difference between Medium and High is only 20 FPS, making High the better value for the additional visual fidelity. The Ultra preset at 62 FPS is only recommended for users with 60Hz displays who prioritize maximum quality over frame rate headroom. The Low preset at 161 FPS is unnecessary at this resolution, as even High offers a significant improvement in visual quality without dropping below 90 FPS. In summary, the data consistently points to High settings as the best compromise across all resolutions, offering frame rates that are 54% to 118% higher than Ultra while maintaining a high level of graphical detail.