Undisputed

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 from the Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The processor shares a 12 MB L3 cache across its six cores, and each core has 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 cache. Memory support is DDR4 via a dual-channel bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s.

For a sports title like Undisputed, the CPU's role is primarily about maintaining consistent frame pacing during gameplay, where physics calculations and AI opponent behavior can create transient load spikes. The benchmark data for this processor shows a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10297 and a single-core score of 1453, indicating that the i5-10400F has a balanced profile between single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded capacity. The 3DMark scores reinforce this: a single-thread score of 688, 2-thread score of 1350, 4-thread score of 2560, 8-thread score of 3929, and max-thread score of 4735.

The measured FPS results in Undisputed suggest that the CPU is not the limiting factor at most settings. At 1080p Low, the combo achieves 289.7 FPS, which is far beyond what a typical 60 Hz or 144 Hz display requires. This high frame rate indicates that the processor has ample headroom to feed the GPU even at low settings where CPU overhead is usually more exposed. The i5-10400F sits at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs in the benchmark database, with an average benchmark score of 14168. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7552 (0.4% faster), AMD Ryzen 3 7320C (0.8% slower), Intel Core i5-8500 (1.1% slower), and AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 (1.2% slower). This close clustering means the processor is positioned in a competitive mid-range tier, and the data shows it handles the demands of Undisputed without becoming a bottleneck.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 achieves a combo rank of 766 out of 1580 tested combos in Undisputed. This places the pairing in the middle of the distribution, which is a nuanced result. It is neither a top-tier configuration nor a low-end one; rather, it represents a balanced pairing where the CPU and GPU are well matched for this specific title.

The rank of 766 out of 1580 means that roughly half of all tested combos outperform this setup, while the other half fall below it. This is somewhat surprising given the GPU's capability, but it reflects that many competing combos in the database likely feature newer or higher-end processors. The RTX 5060 itself ranks at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30109. Its nearest GPU rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT (0% delta), AMD Radeon RX 570 (0.2% slower), NVIDIA Tesla M60 (0.5% faster), and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (0.6% faster). This GPU-level data shows the RTX 5060 is competitive with cards that are often paired with stronger CPUs.

The combo rank suggests that for Undisputed, the i5-10400F may be holding back the RTX 5060 in certain scenarios, particularly at lower resolutions where frame rates are extremely high. At 4K Ultra, the combo manages 50 FPS, and at 1080p Ultra it reaches 110 FPS. These are solid numbers, but the rank indicates that other combinations with similar GPUs achieve better overall results, likely due to more recent processors with higher single-thread performance. The data shows that this pairing is competent but not exceptional within the broader database context.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data across resolutions reveals how the balance between CPU and GPU shifts as resolution increases. At 1080p with Low settings, the combo hits 289.7 FPS. Moving to 1440p Low drops this to 210.4 FPS, a decrease of 27.4%. At 4K Low, the frame rate falls to 130.7 FPS, which is 54.9% lower than the 1080p result. This scaling pattern indicates that at low settings, the GPU is the primary constraint, as the frame rate drops significantly with each resolution increase.

For High settings, the scaling is less steep. At 1080p High, the combo achieves 170.6 FPS. At 1440p High, it drops to 124.4 FPS, a 27.1% reduction. At 4K High, the frame rate is 77.4 FPS, which is 54.6% lower than 1080p High. The consistent percentage drops across Low and High settings suggest that the GPU workload scales predictably with pixel count, and the CPU is not introducing additional bottlenecks at higher resolutions.

The Medium settings show a similar pattern: 209.2 FPS at 1080p, 151.6 FPS at 1440p, and 95.9 FPS at 4K. The Ultra settings produce the lowest frame rates and the most notable scaling: 110 FPS at 1080p, 79.5 FPS at 1440p, and 50 FPS at 4K. The 4K Ultra result of 50 FPS is particularly telling, as it suggests that the combination is pushed to its limits at the highest settings. The data shows that the RTX 5060's 8 GB of GDDR7 memory and 448.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 4K in this title, but the frame rates at Ultra indicate that the GPU is heavily loaded at that resolution. Overall, the resolution scaling demonstrates that this combo is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with 4K being playable at lower settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the combo rank for this CPU and GPU pairing in Undisputed?

A: The combination of the Intel Core i5-10400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 ranks 766 out of 1580 tested combos in this game.

Q: What frame rate does this combo achieve at 1080p with Ultra settings?

A: At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the measured average FPS is 110.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in the benchmark database?

A: The RTX 5060 has an average benchmark score of 30109, which puts it at a 0% delta compared to the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, making them statistically equivalent.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-10400F scores 1453 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 10297 in multi-core.

Q: Is 4K gaming viable with this combo?

A: Yes, but with caveats. At 4K Low settings, the combo achieves 130.7 FPS, at Medium it hits 95.9 FPS, at High it reaches 77.4 FPS, and at Ultra it drops to 50 FPS.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The RTX 5060 has 8 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 448.0 GB/s.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 5 nm process, with a die size of 181 mm² and 21,900 million transistors. The card has a base clock of 2280 MHz and a boost clock of 2497 MHz. Memory runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed. The GPU features 3840 shading units, 120 TMUs, and 48 ROPs, along with 30 RT cores and 120 tensor cores. Its compute capabilities include 19.18 TFLOPS for FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio), with pixel rate of 119.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 299.6 GTexel/s. The card has a TDP of 145 W and uses a single 8-pin power connector, with a suggested PSU of 300 W.

In Undisputed, the GPU's role is dominant across most settings. The data shows that the RTX 5060 delivers strong performance at 1080p, where it reaches 289.7 FPS at Low settings and 209.2 FPS at Medium. The card's 8 GB of VRAM is adequate for this title, as the game does not appear to exceed this capacity even at 4K Ultra, where the combo still manages 50 FPS. The GPU's benchmark scores support its capability: a Passmark G3D score of 20891 and a Geekbench OpenCL score of 120785. The GPU ranks at the 73rd percentile among all GPUs, matching the CPU's percentile, which indicates a well-balanced pairing.

The RTX 5060's performance in Undisputed is particularly strong at 1440p, where it achieves 210.4 FPS at Low and 124.4 FPS at High. These numbers suggest that the card is well-suited for high-refresh-rate gaming at this resolution. At 4K, the GPU shows its limits at Ultra settings, but remains playable at High with 77.4 FPS. The card's nearest rivals in the benchmark database include the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT with a 0% delta, meaning they perform identically on average. This competitive positioning is reflected in the game's measured results.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings depend on the target resolution and frame rate. For 1080p gaming, the Ultra preset at 110 FPS is the best choice for players with 100 Hz or 120 Hz displays, as it provides the highest visual quality while remaining above the 100 FPS threshold. The High preset at 170.6 FPS is preferable for 144 Hz displays, as it offers a significant frame rate boost with a modest reduction in visual fidelity. The Medium preset at 209.2 FPS is suitable for 240 Hz displays, though the visual trade-off may not be worth it for most users.

At 1440p, the High preset at 124.4 FPS is the recommended choice for 120 Hz monitors, as it balances visual quality with smooth gameplay. The Medium preset at 151.6 FPS is better for 144 Hz displays, while the Ultra preset at 79.5 FPS is acceptable for 60 Hz displays but leaves performance on the table. The Low preset at 210.4 FPS is excessive for most displays and not recommended unless chasing maximum frame rates.

For 4K gaming, the situation is more constrained. The High preset at 77.4 FPS is the best option for 60 Hz displays, as it provides a smooth experience with good visual quality. The Medium preset at 95.9 FPS is suitable for 100 Hz displays, while the Ultra preset at 50 FPS is playable but may feel less smooth. The Low preset at 130.7 FPS is an option for high-refresh-rate 4K displays, but the visual compromise is substantial. Overall, the data shows that High settings offer the best balance of performance and quality across all resolutions, with 1440p High being the sweet spot for this combo.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a comprehensive picture of performance across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the combo achieves the following average FPS: Low at 289.7, Medium at 209.2, High at 170.6, and Ultra at 110. The spread between Low and Ultra is 179.7 FPS, indicating that the GPU is heavily utilized at this resolution and that settings have a substantial impact on performance.

At 2560x1440, the results are: Low at 210.4, Medium at 151.6, High at 124.4, and Ultra at 79.5. The spread between Low and Ultra is 130.9 FPS. The percentage drop from 1080p to 1440p is consistent across settings, ranging from 27.1% at High to 27.4% at Low, which confirms that the scaling is resolution-driven rather than setting-dependent.

At 3840x2160, the results are: Low at 130.7, Medium at 95.9, High at 77.4, and Ultra at 50. The spread between Low and Ultra is 80.7 FPS. The drop from 1080p to 4K is more pronounced, with Low decreasing by 54.9% and High by 54.6%. The 4K Ultra result of 50 FPS is the lowest measured value, indicating that this is the most demanding configuration. The data shows a clear trend: as resolution increases, the absolute frame rates drop, and the relative impact of settings becomes smaller. This suggests that at 4K, the GPU is the primary bottleneck, while at 1080p, the CPU has more influence on the higher frame rates achieved.