Undisputed

The Intel Core i5-10400F paired with the Intel Arc B370 delivers a playable but constrained experience in Undisputed, with performance heavily dependent on resolution and settings. At 1080p, the combo manages a smooth 83 FPS average on Medium settings, but it struggles to maintain 60 FPS at 4K on any preset above Low. The data shows a system that is clearly capable for esports-style play at lower resolutions, but it lacks the headroom for high-fidelity, high-resolution boxing simulations.

FAQ

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

A: The measured data shows that 1920x1080 is the only resolution where the combo achieves consistently high frame rates across all settings. At 1080p, the average FPS ranges from 44 on Ultra to 115 on Low, while at 2560x1440 the range drops to 32-83 FPS, and at 3840x2160 it falls to 20-52 FPS.

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

A: Barely, and only on the lowest settings. At 3840x2160 with Low settings, the average FPS is 52. Moving to Medium drops the average to 38 FPS with a minimum of 32, and High settings yield only 31 FPS. Ultra settings at 4K produce a 20 FPS average, which is not a playable experience.

Q: How does the Intel Arc B370 compare to its nearest rivals in raw GPU benchmarks?

A: The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184 places it in a very tight cluster with its nearest rivals. It is 0.2% behind the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570, 0.5% behind the ATI Radeon HD 5770, 0.7% behind the AMD Radeon HD 7650M, and 1.4% ahead of the AMD FirePro M2000. These deltas are all within a couple of percentage points.

Q: What is the CPU's performance percentile relative to all other processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-10400F scores in the 68th percentile among all CPUs tested. Its average benchmark score is 14185, placing it in a competitive position against its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Xeon 6756E which scores 14163 (0.2% faster) and the AMD EPYC 7552 which scores 14115 (0.5% slower).

Q: Which settings preset provides the best balance of performance and quality at 1080p?

A: Based on the measured rows, Medium settings at 1920x1080 offer the best experience. It delivers an 83 FPS average with a minimum of 70 FPS, ensuring smooth gameplay. While Low settings are faster at 115 FPS, Medium provides a significant visual upgrade for a 32 FPS cost, which is a worthwhile trade-off.

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

A: The data indicates the GPU is the primary bottleneck at 4K. The GPU's average benchmark score of 1184 places it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals are over a decade old. This severe performance deficit is reflected in the 20 FPS average at 3840x2160 Ultra, regardless of the CPU's capacity.

CPU Role

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a 12 MB shared L3 cache. This configuration, while older, provides a solid foundation for gaming. Its benchmark results show a balanced profile: a Geekbench single-core score of 1420 and a multi-core score of 6257, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10283.

In Undisputed, a sports title, the CPU's role is to handle game logic, physics, and AI, which are not typically as demanding as in large-scale strategy games. The i5-10400F's performance is more than adequate for these tasks. The data shows that at lower resolutions like 1080p, the CPU keeps up well, allowing the GPU to be the primary determinant of frame rate. For instance, at 1920x1080 Low, the system hits 115 FPS, a clear indication that the CPU is not holding back the frame output.

However, the CPU's age is evident in its absolute scores. Its 3DMark single-thread score is 688, and its multi-thread score maxes out at 4748 with 16 threads. While these numbers are not exceptional, they are sufficient for a game like Undisputed. The real issue is that the CPU's performance is largely irrelevant when the GPU is as weak as the Arc B370. At 4K Ultra, the average FPS is 20, a number that reflects the GPU's severe limitations rather than any CPU deficiency. The CPU's 68th percentile ranking confirms it is a mid-range part, but it is not the cause of the low frame rates seen at higher settings.

The processor's memory support for DDR4 and dual-channel bus, with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, is also a standard, older configuration. This does not contribute to any bottleneck in this specific game, as the frame rates are far more constrained by the GPU. In essence, the i5-10400F provides a stable, predictable platform, but its performance headroom is wasted in this pairing due to the Arc B370's limitations.

Settings Recommendations

The measured FPS data provides a clear hierarchy for settings adjustments. The primary goal for any player should be to achieve a frame rate above 60 FPS for smooth, responsive gameplay. At 1920x1080, this is achievable with both Low and Medium presets. Low yields a 115 FPS average, while Medium yields 83 FPS with a minimum of 70 FPS. The 32 FPS difference between Low and Medium is significant, but the minimum frame rate of 70 FPS on Medium ensures no dips below the 60 FPS threshold, making it the recommended choice for a balance of visual quality and performance.

At 2560x1440, the situation becomes more restricted. The only preset to maintain an average above 60 FPS is Low, which hits 83 FPS. High drops to 49 FPS, and Medium is exactly at 60 FPS average with a minimum of 51 FPS. The data suggests that Medium at 1440p is borderline, with the minimum FPS dipping below 60. For a consistent experience, Low is the safest option at this resolution, but players willing to accept occasional dips can use Medium.

At 3840x2160, no preset achieves a 60 FPS average. Low is the only playable option, with a 52 FPS average. Medium drops to 38 FPS, and High to 31 FPS. Ultra is unplayable at 20 FPS. The recommendation for 4K is to use Low settings and accept a less smooth experience, or to lower the resolution entirely. The data strongly indicates that 1080p Medium is the "sweet spot" for this combo, offering the best experience in terms of playability and visual fidelity. For players prioritizing maximum smoothness above all else, 1080p Low at 115 FPS is the fastest option, but the visual trade-off is substantial.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and Intel Arc B370 ranks 3429 out of 3718 tested combos in Undisputed. This places it in the bottom 8% of all systems tested, which is a poor showing. This low rank is almost entirely attributable to the GPU's performance. The Intel Arc B370 sits in the 5th percentile of all GPUs, a stark indicator of its low-end positioning. Its nearest rivals in terms of benchmark scores are all legacy parts from over a decade ago, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770 and AMD Radeon HD 7650M.

The CPU, on the other hand, is a mid-range part that performs adequately. The i5-10400F's 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs is respectable. However, in this pairing, the CPU's strength is negated by the GPU's weakness. The combo's rank of 3429 out of 3718 shows that the overall system performance is dragged down significantly by the Arc B370. The data suggests that this combo is not competitive with modern gaming systems, and it would be outperformed by nearly any system with a more capable GPU.

The deltaPct values for the GPU's rivals are all within 1.4% of its score, indicating a performance tier that is tightly clustered but extremely low in absolute terms. This is a case where the CPU is not the bottleneck; the GPU is the definitive limiting factor. The system's rank in the bottom 8% of combos is a direct reflection of this GPU limitation, and it highlights that the i5-10400F's potential is entirely untapped in this configuration.

GPU Role

The Intel Arc B370 is an integrated GPU (IGP) based on the Xe3-LPG architecture, built on a 3 nm process. It has a base clock of 300 MHz and a boost clock of 2400 MHz. Its memory is "System Shared", meaning it uses a portion of the system's main memory rather than dedicated VRAM. The memory bandwidth is listed as "System Dependent", which means it relies on the system's DDR4 memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, which is a severe limitation for graphics performance.

The GPU's compute specifications are very low. It has 1280 shading units, 40 TMUs, and 20 ROPs. Its pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, and its texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 6.144 TFLOPS. These figures are in line with entry-level integrated graphics, not a discrete gaming solution. Its single benchmark score, 1184 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, is a stark measure of its capabilities, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs.

In Undisputed, this GPU is the primary bottleneck. The measured FPS data shows a clear pattern: as resolution increases, frame rates drop dramatically. At 1080p Low, the system achieves 115 FPS, but at 4K Ultra, it falls to 20 FPS. This is a classic sign of a GPU that is overwhelmed by pixel count and shading complexity. The GPU's shared memory architecture is also a likely culprit, as it must contend with the CPU for memory bandwidth, which hampers performance at higher resolutions where more data needs to be processed. The data unequivocally shows that the Arc B370 is not designed for modern gaming at high settings or resolutions. It is a part that is only suitable for low-resolution, low-detail gaming, and even then, its performance is modest.

Measured FPS Breakdown

At 3840x2160 (4K), the system's performance is poor across all presets. With Low settings, the average FPS is 52. Moving to Medium settings, the average drops to 38 FPS, with a minimum of 32 FPS and a maximum of 43 FPS. The High preset yields an average of 31 FPS. The Ultra preset is the worst, delivering a mere 20 FPS average. No preset at this resolution achieves a 60 FPS average, making 4K gaming a subpar experience.

At 2560x1440 (1440p), performance improves but remains inconsistent. The Low preset delivers a strong 83 FPS average. The Medium preset hits exactly 60 FPS on average, with a minimum of 51 FPS and a maximum of 69 FPS. The High preset drops to a 49 FPS average. The Ultra preset is significantly slower, averaging only 32 FPS. This resolution is only playable on Low settings, with Medium being a borderline choice due to its minimum FPS dipping below 60.

At 1920x1080 (1080p), the system shows its best performance. The Low preset achieves a high 115 FPS average. The Medium preset provides a solid 83 FPS average, with a minimum of 70 FPS and a maximum of 95 FPS. The High preset averages 68 FPS. The Ultra preset drops to a 44 FPS average. This is the only resolution where the combo can maintain a 60+ FPS average on multiple presets, making it the definitive resolution for this system.